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Ada Michael

@ada-michael · 1918 live articles · Page 30

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.

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Stablecoins seen straining ECB policy as deposits shift

ECB stablecoin warning, bank deposit outflows, monetary policy transmission are tied in an ECB paper that cites risks to bank lending and notes MiCA safeguards.

Mar 3·2 min read·By Ada Michael

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Bitcoin stalls below $70k as gold gains on Trump remarks

Analysts cite haven flows to gold after Trump 'unlimited munitions' comments and rising US‑Iran tensions, while Bitcoin stalled below $70k resistance.

Mar 3·2 min read·By Ada Michael

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Treasury Yields edge up as oil shock pressures Fed cut odds

Fed rate cut at risk, oil price surge, inflation expectations are linked as U.S.–Iran tensions lift energy costs; analysts cite USD gains, yields, breakevens.

Mar 3·2 min read·By Ada Michael

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Bitcoin in focus as ProCap lifts holdings to 5,457 BTC

ProCap Bitcoin holdings, NAV discount, share buybacks: data shows 5,457 BTC after a 450 BTC purchase; buybacks target the share price–NAV gap amid convertibles.

Mar 2·2 min read·By Ada Michael

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MicroStrategy steadies as Nasdaq dips amid Mideast tensions

MicroStrategy and BitMine held steady as Nasdaq 100 fell on Middle East tensions; analysts cite Bitcoin linkage, ETF inflows and balance-sheet support.

Mar 2·2 min read·By Ada Michael

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Bitcoin steadies as Saylor hints at buys; MSTR premium eyed

Michael Saylor Bitcoin accumulation, MicroStrategy (MSTR) NAV premium, convertible debt financing: data show 'orange dot' hints at buys via equity or converts.

Mar 2·2 min read·By Ada Michael

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IAEA weighs Macron Iran nuclear quote after strikes

IAEA and Western intel separate enrichment from weaponization; analysts cite Iran nuclear weapons, Emmanuel Macron, IAEA verification after strikes in Iran.

Mar 1·2 min read·By Ada Michael

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Bitcoin firms as US-Iran strikes hit Gulf bases

US-Iran war escalation, missile strikes in UAE, Bahrain and Kuwait, crypto market recovery is in focus as BTC steadied after swings; missiles were intercepted.

Feb 28·2 min read·By Ada Michael

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Tether details $4.2B USDT freezes over 3 years

Tether freezes $4.2B in USDT, pig-butchering scams, stablecoin compliance. Data shows $61M tied to scams as DOJ work underscores centralized control risks.

Feb 28·2 min read·By Ada Michael

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Ether slips as Israel–Iran tensions trigger liquidations

Israel–Iran escalation sparked risk-off flows, pressuring Ethereum price as derivatives leverage unwound; analysts cite Machi Big Brother’s ETH liquidations.

Feb 28·2 min read·By Ada Michael

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Avalanche secures Progmat migration from Corda by 2026

Progmat migration to Avalanche is driven by EVM support, higher throughput and lower costs; compliance is preserved via whitelists and validator permissions.

Feb 27·2 min read·By Ada Michael

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Crypto payments studied as UKGC weighs FCA-aligned option

UK Gambling Commission crypto payments, AML and source of funds checks, FCA cryptoasset regime are in focus as UKGC explores use via intermediaries by 2027.

Feb 27·3 min read·By Ada Michael