The cryptocurrency world is abuzz with recent scandals and predictions, including claims about Coinbase's listing fees, the sharp decline in Hamster Kombat's popularity, and bold Bitcoin price forecasts.
Coinbase Listing Fee Controversies
Tron founder Justin Sun made a surprising claim that Coinbase requested $330 million to list TRX, sparking debates about fairness in crypto listing practices. Sun alleged that while Binance did not charge, Coinbase demanded 500 million TRX tokens and a significant Bitcoin deposit. Fantom founder Andre Cronje corroborated with his experience, stating Coinbase sought up to $300 million to list FTM. Despite these claims, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong denied the fees, emphasizing that asset listings are free.
Hamster Kombat's Sharp User Decline
Hamster Kombat, once hailed as the fastest-growing game on Telegram, has reportedly lost nearly 260 million players in just three months. Despite an early peak of 300 million users, the game's simplistic design and token distribution issues have alienated players. The token's value has plummeted by 76%, and controversies around delayed airdrops and an anti-cheat system have tarnished its reputation. Governments in Iran and Russia have criticized the project.
Bitcoin Price Predictions for 2025
Bernstein analysts predict that Bitcoin's value could soar to $200,000 by 2025, regardless of the upcoming U.S. election outcome. They argue that factors like U.S. fiscal irresponsibility and the appeal of hard assets support Bitcoin's growth. A potential Trump win could push Bitcoin even higher, given his perceived crypto-friendly stance, but even a Harris victory is expected to have a favorable long-term impact. Ethereum could also see gains with favorable ETF prospects if Harris wins.
These developments underscore the crypto industry’s complex landscape, where regulatory tensions, market speculation, and shifting public sentiment play pivotal roles in shaping the future of digital assets.
