Oliver Knight
Oliver Knight is the co-leader of CoinDesk data tokens and data team. Before joining CoinDesk in 2022 Oliver spent three years as the chief reporter at Coin Rivet. He first started investing in bitcoin in 2013 and spent a period of his career working at a market making firm in the UK. He does not currently have any crypto holdings.
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Hyperliquid's SpaceX Contracts Experience 45% Flash Crash Liquidating $1.5 Million
Hyperliquid's SPACEX-USDH perpetual contract faced a severe flash crash, plunging 45% and liquidating $1.5 million in value from retail traders. This collapse highlights the risks of trading illiquid crypto assets ahead of SpaceX's anticipated IPO, as reported by CoinDesk.
last month·CoinDesk·Reported by Oliver Knight
Crypto Market Declines Amid U.S. Airstrikes and $897 Million in Long Liquidations
The cryptocurrency market experiences a decline as U.S. airstrikes in the Strait of Hormuz prompt inflation concerns, leading to nearly $900 million in liquidations of leveraged long positions. Bitcoin drops near $73,400, while Ether falls below $2,000 for the first time since March, according to CoinDesk.
last month·CoinDesk·Reported by Oliver Knight
Bitcoin Remains Above $75,000 as Analysts Predict Market Trends
Bitcoin trades just above the $75,000 level following a failed attempt to breach $78,000, according to CoinDesk. Analysts suggest that the $76,000 threshold is crucial for confirming a bullish trend by month-end, as overall crypto market activity shows signs of weakness.
last month·CoinDesk·Reported by Oliver Knight
Bitcoin Shows Signs of a Lower High While AI Tokens Gain
Bitcoin appears to be forming another lower high in its price structure as noted by analysts, while artificial intelligence (AI) tokens outperform. CoinDesk reports that Bitcoin's value has decreased by 7% over the last two weeks amid stronger performance in broader stock markets.
last month·CoinDesk·Reported by Oliver Knight
Bitcoin Holds Steady as Altcoin Rotation Gains Momentum
Bitcoin remains in a narrow trading range between $76,000 and $78,000, as altcoin activity increases, according to CoinDesk. Significant movements in AI tokens and HYPE contrast with a downturn in privacy coins, highlighting sector rotation within the crypto market.
2 months ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Oliver Knight
Crypto Market Stabilizes as HYPE Leads Rebound and Traders Brace for Volatility
Bitcoin and ether stabilized as Hyperliquid's HYPE rose for the fifth consecutive day, according to CoinDesk. With derivatives activity increasing, options traders predict a volatility breakout in major cryptocurrencies amid a mixed altcoin market and positive signs in U.S. equities.
2 months ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Oliver Knight
Crypto Markets Show Caution Despite Bitcoin's Stability Near $77,400
On May 20, 2026, Bitcoin remains near $77,400 while the broader crypto market shows mixed signals, according to CoinDesk. Falling futures open interest and varied altcoin performances indicate that traders may be prioritizing risk management over pursuing potential gains.
2 months ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Oliver Knight
Bitcoin Holds Steady Near $76,800 as Altcoins Decline
Bitcoin remains around $76,800 amid weakness in altcoins, according to CoinDesk. Traders are monitoring whether Bitcoin can sustain a key support level identified by Tom Lee, a cryptocurrency analyst.
2 months ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Oliver Knight
Bitcoin Drops Below $77,000 in Response to Trump’s Warning on Iran
Bitcoin and ether experienced significant declines as U.S. President Donald Trump issued a warning to Iran, according to CoinDesk. This geopolitical tension elevated oil prices and led to widespread liquidations in the cryptocurrency market.
2 months ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Oliver Knight
Bitcoin Struggles Below $80,000 as Market Faces Liquidations and Altcoin Losses
Bitcoin struggles to maintain its value below $80,000 following high U.S. inflation data that triggered long liquidations and negative sentiment in the altcoin market, according to CoinDesk. The crypto market remains subdued, with significant sell orders impacting major tokens and alternative cryptocurrencies facing steep declines.
2 months ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Oliver Knight
Bitcoin Holds Above $76K Amid Market Retreat and Geopolitical Tensions
Bitcoin trades at $80,800, maintaining a crucial support level despite a 1% decline, as reported by CoinDesk. Rising geopolitical tensions have pushed oil prices and the U.S. dollar higher, affecting the broader crypto market dynamics.
2 months ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Oliver Knight
Circle Secures $222M for ARC Token Sale, Valuing Arc Blockchain at $3B
Circle has raised $222 million for its ARC token tied to the new Arc blockchain, valuing the project at $3 billion. The presale attracted significant investment from firms including BlackRock, Apollo, and a16z crypto, according to CoinDesk.
2 months ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Oliver Knight
Bitcoin Experiences Volatile Trading Amid Geopolitical Tensions and CME Futures Open
Bitcoin briefly peaked at $82,400 before falling below $81,000 as traders adjusted around the CME futures open, influenced by increasing U.S.-Iran tensions, according to a report by CoinDesk. The broader cryptocurrency market saw declines, with the CoinDesk 100 dropping 1.5% in response to these developments.
2 months ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Oliver Knight
Bored Ape NFTs Recover as Speculative Interest Returns to Crypto
Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) floor prices have surged from around 5 ETH to more than 10 ETH in the past month, signaling a revival of interest in non-fungible tokens (NFTs) among traders, according to CoinDesk. Yuga Labs CEO Michael Figge suggests that the price recovery reflects growing holder participation despite previous market downturns.
2 months ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Oliver Knight
Bitcoin Drops Below $80,000, $300 Million in Futures Liquidated
Bitcoin's price falls below $80,000 after U.S. airstrikes in Iran drive oil prices up, resulting in $300 million in liquidations, as reported by CoinDesk. The crypto market reacts with traders unwinding leverage amid shifting sentiment.
2 months ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Oliver Knight
Aave Revises Asset Standards Following KelpDAO Exploit
Aave plans to adjust its collateral asset criteria to include cybersecurity and technical architecture following a significant exploit of KelpDAO in April 2026. The changes, which also involve publishing a playbook for minimum asset standards, aim to enhance the resilience of the protocol and the broader DeFi landscape, according to a report by CoinDesk.
2 months ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Oliver Knight
Altcoins Gain as Bitcoin and Ether Retreat from Weekly Highs
On May 7, 2026, altcoins saw performance gains while Bitcoin and Ethereum dipped from their recent highs, CoinDesk reports. Amidst improving market sentiment, assets like ALGO and TON grew by 8% to 9%, indicating a potential shift toward higher-risk investments.
2 months ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Oliver Knight
Bitcoin Surpasses $82,000; ZEC and DASH Experience Notable Gains
On May 6, 2026, Bitcoin rose to over $82,000 due to a weaker U.S. dollar, as privacy coins ZEC and DASH posted double-digit increases. This surge reflects growing investor confidence amidst easing geopolitical tensions, as reported by CoinDesk.
2 months ago·CoinDesk·Reported by Oliver Knight
