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Ada Michael

@ada-michael · 1918 live articles · Page 26

Ada Michael is a DeFi writer and research contributor at DefiLiban, where she covers decentralized finance, blockchain infrastructure, token economies, and crypto market behavior. Her work focuses on breaking down complex DeFi systems, liquidity mechanics, yield strategies, on-chain analytics, and emerging blockchain trends into accessible research-driven content for both retail and experienced crypto readers. Before joining DefiLiban, Ada worked across crypto research, fintech content strategy, and blockchain education initiatives related to digital assets and decentralized technologies. She holds a B.Sc. in Economics from the University of Lagos and has completed additional certifications in DeFi, blockchain analytics, and financial storytelling. Ada’s writing combines analytical depth with practical market insight, with a particular interest in DeFi adoption, protocol design, and behavioral trends within digital asset markets.

BUSINESS

Iran's $2 Million Strait of Hormuz Fee: What It Means for Oil and Crypto Markets

Iran has imposed a $2 million passage fee on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Discover what this geopolitical escalation means for oil prices, global markets, and crypto.

Mar 24·5 min read·By Ada Michael

BITCOIN

Whale Opens $19M 40x BTC Long, Gets Liquidated in 1 Hour

On-chain data shows whale 0x9657 opened a 40x leveraged long on 280.2 BTC worth $19.07M on a DeFi perps protocol and was partially liquidated within the hour.

Mar 23·5 min read·By Ada Michael

Crypto

ResolvLabs USR Exploit Claims Raise Stablecoin Risk Questions

Allegations of a ResolvLabs USR exploit triggered fresh concern around stablecoin mint controls, collateral integrity, and whether the incident is confirmed.

Mar 22·4 min read·By Ada Michael

Crypto

Hong Kong Police Reveal Crypto Scam That Tricked 66-Year-Old Retiree

Hong Kong police disclosed a cryptocurrency scam involving a 66-year-old retiree. Here is what happened, the warning signs, and why the case matters for crypto investors.

Mar 21·4 min read·By Ada Michael

Market

Philadelphia Fed Manufacturing Index Jumps to 18.1 in March, Beating Forecasts

The Philadelphia Fed Manufacturing Index came in at 18.1 in March, above the 8.3 forecast and 16.3 prior reading. Here is what the upside surprise signals for US macro and market sentiment.

Mar 19·4 min read·By Ada Michael

Crypto

Top 5 Crypto News in 24 Hours: Mastercard, Kraken and Market Moves

Catch up on the top 5 crypto news stories from the last 24 hours, including Mastercard's reported $1.8 billion crypto acquisition and major Kraken developments.

Mar 18·4 min read·By Ada Michael

Market

Fed Rate Cuts and Inflation: Why Crypto Liquidity Stays Tight

Fed officials signaled no near-term rate cuts without clearer inflation progress, keeping crypto liquidity conditions tight and risk appetite selective.

Mar 18·4 min read·By Ada Michael

Crypto

$KAT Listed on Coinbase Spot: What the New Listing Means

$KAT is now listed on Coinbase spot. Here is a concise breakdown of the listing, what it means for traders, and the key points to watch next.

Mar 18·3 min read·By Ada Michael

MINING

Bitcoin Mining Rewards and the SEC Protocol Mining View

SEC staff said certain proof-of-work mining rewards fall under Protocol Mining, while no evidence shows a joint SEC-CFTC Bitcoin ruling.

Mar 17·5 min read·By Ada Michael

BINANCE

500M USDT Moves From Tether Treasury to Binance

A 500 million USDT transfer from Tether Treasury to Binance has drawn market attention. Here is the SEO outline focused on what happened, why traders watch it, and what it may signal.

Mar 17·5 min read·By Ada Michael

BUSINESS

RoboForce $52M Funding Round Expands Physical AI

RoboForce says it raised $52 million in an oversubscribed round, bringing total funding to $67 million as it scales physical AI robotics.

Mar 16·4 min read·By Ada Michael

BITCOIN

Strategy Buys 22,337 BTC for $1.6B as Michael Saylor Doubles Down

Strategy, led by Michael Saylor, bought 22,337 BTC worth $1.6 billion. Here is what the latest Bitcoin purchase signals for the company and the market.

Mar 16·5 min read·By Ada Michael