speak – Earlybirds Invest https://earlybirdsinvest.com Latest Crypto News Mon, 28 Apr 2025 07:06:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.8 https://i0.wp.com/earlybirdsinvest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/cropped-New-Project-2024-12-17T235703.455.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 speak – Earlybirds Invest https://earlybirdsinvest.com 32 32 240146708 Over 200 Speak Out Ahead of Celsius Network Former CEO’s Sentencing https://earlybirdsinvest.com/over-200-speak-out-ahead-of-celsius-network-former-ceos-sentencing/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/over-200-speak-out-ahead-of-celsius-network-former-ceos-sentencing/#respond Mon, 28 Apr 2025 07:06:14 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/over-200-speak-out-ahead-of-celsius-network-former-ceos-sentencing/

Alex Mashinsky, the former CEO of Celsius Network, is facing sentencing on May 8 after the collapse of his crypto lending company left many users with heavy losses.

On April 23, Jay Clayton, the newly appointed acting US Attorney for Manhattan, submitted over 200 written accounts to the court. These stories, collected from Celsius users, cover 418 pages and explain the personal and financial harm caused when the company went under.

Some users said they put their entire savings into Celsius because they believed Mashinsky’s public claims that the platform was a safe way to earn returns. When the firm went bankrupt, many were shocked to receive only a small portion of what they had deposited.

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Meanwhile, a user named Artur Abreu asked the court to consider a lighter sentence. They argued that global economic conditions—not just Mashinsky’s choices—led to Celsius’s downfall. He also said that Mashinsky has shown regret for what happened.

Additionally, another statement suggested, without providing evidence, that Mashinsky was the victim of a targeted effort by Sam Bankman-Fried, the former CEO of FTX.

In a court filing from April 17, Mashinsky’s legal team requested a sentence of no more than 366 days. The filing said that Mashinsky had a clean record before this case and acted with good intentions.

On April 22, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed charges against Ramil Palafox, CEO of PGI Global. What were the allegations? Read the full story.

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The White House has received over 10,000 public comments on its proposed artificial intelligence (AI) strategy.

The call for feedback, which began on February 6, received responses from tech firms such as OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, and Meta, as well as universities, nonprofit organizations, and business associations.

A closer look at the feedback from big companies shows that several ideas came up repeatedly. Many respondents stressed that if the US wants to stay competitive in AI, it needs to improve its energy systems to support the growing number of data centers.

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Some also called for a clear, open set of guidelines to help the AI industry grow while keeping people safe.

Michael Kratsios, head of the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), said in a statement that the large number of comments shows strong public interest in AI and supports the need for the Trump Administration’s plan to keep the US leading in this technology.

National security was one of the most frequently raised issues in the comments. Andreessen Horowitz, a major venture capital firm, wrote that AI development affects the country’s safety, economy, and social systems, and that it should be regulated through federal rules.

OpenAI also mentioned national security and pointed to China as a key competitor. According to the company, China’s ability to quickly organize resources gives it a strong advantage, especially as a government with tight control over its systems.

On April 23, President Donald Trump introduced a new plan aimed at helping students across the United States learn about AI. What’s in the plan? Read the full story.

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Having completed a Master’s degree in Economics, Politics, and Cultures of the East Asia region, Aaron has written scientific papers analyzing the differences between Western and Collective forms of capitalism in the post-World War II era.
With close to a decade of experience in the FinTech industry, Aaron understands all of the biggest issues and struggles that crypto enthusiasts face. He’s a passionate analyst who is concerned with data-driven and fact-based content, as well as that which speaks to both Web3 natives and industry newcomers.
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Aaron has been quoted by multiple established outlets, and is a published author himself. Even during his free time, he enjoys researching the market trends, and looking for the next supernova.

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Bitcoin has risen dramatically over the last 10 years against gold, with a rise of an incredible 13,693%, according to the financial statistics shared by crypto entrepreneur Ted.

The figures demonstrate the alarming divergence between the two assets from April 2015 and April 2025. In particular, this striking ascent of Bitcoin has caught the eye of investors spread around the globe.

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Bitcoin Vs. Gold: From Equal Footing To Massive Gap

Ten years ago, gold and Bitcoin were at similar prices. In April 2015, Bitcoin moved between $200 and $250, whereas gold was ranging around $1,200 to $1,300 per ounce.

The fortunes of these investments have since become totally different. Bitcoin has soared to about $84,000 per coin, up some 33,500% in the ten-year period. The cryptocurrency briefly peaked at nearly $109,000 during the timeframe.

Gold, on the other hand, has preserved its image of reliability over volatility, rather than offering spectacular gains. The precious metal increased by only 156% over the same period. From the market onlookers, gold’s worth proposition is still anchored on its consistent, inflation-proof behavior spanning very long timescales.

Historical Context Demonstrates Divergent Patterns Of Growth

Going back even farther shows an even greater disparity in the growth rates. According to a market analyst on social media platform X, the price of gold was only $20.67 per ounce in 1933. As for 2025, the price has gone up somewhat to around $3,330 an ounce, which is indeed a steep rise but a gradual increase over a period of almost a century.

Ted's analysis on X.

Bitcoin has had a completely different history. From a price of $1 in 2011, it came up to $84,000 by 2025. With such rapid appreciation rates, both excitement and skepticism have been brought forth by financial analysts debating the worthiness of such growths.

BTC market cap currently at $1.69 trillion. Chart: TradingView

Sheer Disparity In Size

According to analyst Belle, a stark contrast in the behavior is due to the sheer difference in the size of their market. Gold has roughly a market capitalization of a little over $22 trillion. Due to this great size, gold provides an element of stability, rendering the market less sensitive to individual transactions or flows of short-term investments.

Bitcoin’s market capitalization is at approximately $1.667 trillion—large but still only a fraction of gold’s. This reduced size makes Bitcoin more sensitive to capital flows. Gold recently saw an impressive $1 trillion rise in market capitalization over one day, but this was a much smaller percentage move than the same dollar flow would trigger in Bitcoin’s value.

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Same Dollar Flow, Different Price Impact

Meanwhile, the math in terms of market capitalization generates intriguing price movement scenarios. Based on calculations reported, if Bitcoin were to get a $1 trillion boost in market capitalization—comparable to the recent one-day increase in gold—its price per unit might rise from $84,000 to $135,000.

Featured image from The Ledn Blog, chart from TradingView

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It’s happening! Everything we fought. Ross Ulbricht is free and he’s coming to Bitcoin 2025! Take your “Free Loss Day 1” T-shirt to Vegas. Because he will be attending a meeting for the first time as a free man within two months.

“Freedom is the release of other men’s arbitrary rules.” – Moltimer Adler

Freedom means a lot to our Bitcoiner, so Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht (freedom fighter and pioneer of Bitcoin) was given two life sentences + 40 years without the option of parole, heart or hope.

We all over the world have defended and fought for Ross’ freedom. From petitions to t-shirts, he was all in our hearts. Ross represents us in our brave times amidst our adversity.

After years of fighting, screaming, challenges and campaigning, Trump promised that if he was re-elected he would merciless Ross. Questions about whether that actually happens have been called in the air for several months. Then, on January 21, 2025, Trump made the truth in his promises and it would be fair to say that it caused some fuss. With cheers and smiles, this moment showed how far we had come, but Should I go further from here?

The Bitcoin Conference has always linked the “free loss” movement. He’s not one of us, but he’s the one who helped make Bitcoin today. We stood by Ross but we couldn’t be happy to have him return home.

Are you ready to create a united front where we are proud of the future we are proud of? Then get your Bitcoin Conference tickets now.

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Ethereum family,

We have two major updates today, three smaller ones, and a bunch of reminders about Devcon SEA and how you can get involved ahead of getting together in Bangkok from November 12-15.

Ticket sales are open NOW!

Get your Devcon ticket! You can apply now for various builder and local discounts.

Check out all ticket types, and apply for discounts here.

Self-claimable discounts

We are giving discounts to Ethereum contributors. Check to see whether your Ethereum address or GitHub username is eligible for a Devcon discount here. Discounts are limited, so be sure to claim yours in time!

Raffle-auction

The raffle-auction ends on July 9, 23:59 UTC. If you’ve won, you can claim your ticket here through July 31, 2024. If you did not win, you can still withdraw all of your funds.


Want to bring your community to Devcon, but need support? Apply for community tickets here.

General Admission waves

General Admission tickets will open in waves, starting July 16. They are anon friendly, and no ID is needed.

  • Wave 1: July 16, 16:00 and 23:00 UTC
  • Wave 2: July 30, 16:00 and 23:00 UTC
  • Wave 3: August 13, 16:00 and 23:00 UTC

Speaker applications are open NOW!

Apply to be a speaker at Devcon SEA! The deadline is July 30, and we will send out first approvals or rejections by the end of August.

We are looking for educational talks covering topics relevant to Ethereum today. We want to hear about the newest developments, hardest challenges, and talks that emphasize core Ethereum values. Applications should fit in one of these ten Devcon programming tracks:

  • Core Protocol: Research and developments in Ethereum’s core protocol.
  • Cypherpunk and Privacy: Privacy, decentralization, and censorship resistance.
  • Usability: User experience and design improvements.
  • Real World Ethereum: Practical applications and their impacts.
  • Applied Cryptography: Cryptographic advancements and their applications.
  • Crypto Economics: Economic models and incentive structures.
  • Coordination: Enhancing coordination through Ethereum.
  • Developer Experience: Tools and practices for Ethereum developers.
  • L2s: Scaling solutions to enhance Ethereum’s throughput and reduce costs.
  • Security: Safeguard Ethereum against vulnerabilities and attacks.

Devcon Wishlist

We have a Devcon wishlist if you are looking for inspiration.✨ Read the guidelines and selection criteria carefully!

Apply to speak at Devcon here.


Interested in covering updates from top builders and researchers at Devcon? We have limited press passes. Check what applications we give priority to and apply here.

Bloggers or podcasters? Apply too!

Volunteers

Volunteering is a great way to get started in the Ethereum community (next to contributing to open-source projects and improving the tools you use). Volunteering means helping out during the event, working closely with the Devcon team, building strong bonds and friendships, and meeting others who can help you move forward.

Apply to volunteer at Devcon here.

Ethereum SEA Day

Ethereum SEA Day is a 1-day event on November 11, the day before Devcon. It aims to bring together and advance the Ethereum ecosystem in Southeast Asia.

The event will focus on the region, featuring introductory content, community leaders and SEA initiatives. Newcomers to Ethereum from SEA are more than welcome!

Read more and share your ideas here.

SEA & Bangkok travel guide

As we gather in Bangkok for Devcon as a community of many remote workers and digital nomads, some of you might want to come early and stay longer. We’ve created a City Guide with the best places to stay, eat, and explore.

Plan your travels to Devcon with the Bangkok City Guide.

There are also many Ethereum communities to visit throughout Southeast Asia, and some bigger Ethereum events happen close to the Devcon dates.

Check the events in Southeast Asia before and right after Devcon here.

Ongoing Devcon initiatives & programs

Supporter Program

This is a chance for teams and companies to receive Devcon tickets in bulk for the whole team and support Ethereum-related public goods on the side! We are trying out a new way of funding important Ethereum projects, giving out Devcon Supporter tickets as a thank you to those who contribute financially.

Apply as a Supporter of important Ethereum projects here before 31 July!

Impact Teams

We are offering 2 Devcon tickets to teams with high impact on Ethereum. Impact Teams work on making a difference, they might be considered public goods, are non-profits, and lack stable funding.

Apply as Impact Team here ahead of the 31 July deadline!

DIPs & dogfooding

Devcon Improvement Proposals (DIPs) are your chance to suggest improvements for Devcon and what Ethereum open-source projects we should dogfood during or before the event. Dogfooding means using our own tech, and we want to use more Ethereum tech where it makes sense and benefits all attendees.

Working on an open-source Ethereum project, focused on bringing value, and see an opportunity to improve the event or engage the community? Write a short post on the Forum, and we can discuss it with the community.

Road to Devcon

If you’re in Southeast Asia, community-driven, and passionate about Ethereum, we are here to support you!

Organize local RTD events in SEA, and apply for funding here.

Devcon video archive

Watch talks from past Devcons, get inspired, and gain a deeper understanding of Ethereum.

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