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RUNE Price Tanks 30% Amid THORChain Insolvency Reports

RUNE, the native cryptocurrency of the decentralized liquidity protocol THORChain, is facing strong selling pressure amid reports of insolvency. The RUNE price has crashed 30% in the last 24 hours with its market cap plunging under $800 million and daily trading volume shooting up by 112% to $758 million.
RUNE Price Crashes Amid Insolvency Risks
THORChain’s native cryptocurrency RUNE has witnessed strong selling pressure as the liquidity protocol faces insolvency risks. In order to prevent this, the protocol has to stop Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) withdrawals on its lending as well as the savers program.
As a result, node validators decided to pause the network for a minimum of 90 days in order to resolve the debt issues. As of now, THORChain’s lending program supports only BTC and ETH. However, its saver vaults provide access to a wider range of assets.
In the case that all loans and saver positions were simultaneously closed and repaid, a potential insolvency risk emerges. Furthermore, with the RUNE price collapsing, it could trigger further trouble for the interblockchain settlements protocol THORChain.
THORChain Community Members Complain
Some of the community members have raised concerns asking RUNE investors to stay cautious considering that the protocol has significant liabilities. According to crypto analyst TCB, the protocol’s liabilities amount to:
- $97 million in lending obligations (primarily in ETH and BTC).
- $102 million tied to savers and synthetic assets (also in ETH and BTC).
Furthermore, on the asset side, Thorchain currently holds $107 million in exogenous liquidity within its liquidity pools. However, the analyst TCB warned that the liquidity providers (LPs) could withdraw these liquidity assets at any moment if RUNE holders trigger a panic selloff. This could further exacerbate if the RUNE price collapses from here. “I’m not going to sugarcoat the situation—this is far from all right,” TCB stated.
The Interblockchains protocol mints RUNE and sells it into liquidity pools to cover liabilities. Community member TCB criticized this design calling it financially unstable and highly reflective.
Recent activity highlights the issue: repaying $4 million worth of RUNE liabilities on the previous day led to the protocol accruing additional liabilities amounting to several million RUNE.
What’s the Solution to This?
TCB proposed two solutions ahead for THORChain, however, it comes with its own set of challenges. The decentralized protocol is currently at a crossroads. TCB said:
- Continue Operations Without Intervention: This would allow an estimated 5-7% of the system’s value to be extracted by a select few who exit early, triggering a downward spiral in RUNE price. Under this scenario, approximately $75 million would go to those exiting first, while $1.5 billion in value could be wiped out, potentially leading to the destruction of Thorchain.
- Default and Rebuild: The protocol could default on its debts and declare bankruptcy, preserving the valuable components of its ecosystem. By salvaging these assets, the community and stakeholders could work collaboratively to grow the network. This approach aims to restore the $200 million in outstanding capital over time, ensuring the protocol’s long-term viability and stability.
As said, both these options come with their own set of risks. Soon after the node validators paused the network the RUNE price drop has been arrested at $2 for now. In fact, the THORChain crypto price has bounced back 30% from the bottom currently trading at $2.30.
Disclaimer: The presented content may include the personal opinion of the author and is subject to market condition. Do your market research before investing in cryptocurrencies. The author or the publication does not hold any responsibility for your personal financial loss.
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Charles Hoskinson Reveals How Cardano Will Boost Bitcoin’s Adoption

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson says the network will play a key role in Bitcoin DeFi transactions in the future. With several partnerships and innovations in the works, Hoskinson says Cardano is bracing itself to explore layer 2 solutions on the Bitcoin blockchain,
Cardano Positions Itself For Bitcoin DeFi
In an interview with Scott Melker, Cardano’s founder has revealed ambitious plans for the network to turbocharge Bitcoin’s adoption for DeFi applications. Hoskinson notes that large financial institutions will trigger a demand for Bitcoin DeFi given their fiduciary obligation to create yield.
He notes that a Bitcoin ETF providing DeFi yields will trigger shareholders to demand similar yields. Hoskinson eyes a three-year timeframe for institutions to plant their feet in Bitcoin DeFi and UTXO DeFi.
Hoskinson says Cardano will combine Hydra with the Bitcoin Lightning network and build a trustless recursive bridge between both networks. The founder adds that its Aiken programming language will enabled to write both Bitcoin and Cardano scripts.
Furthermore, a partnership with Maestro, an infrastructure provider allowing Bitcoin integration with UTXO-based blockchain will provide a “turn-key experience” for users.
“It’s still early days but we are making methodical progress every step of the way,” said Hoskinson.
Hoskinson is moving on from his absence from the Crypto Summit at the White House, doubling down on technical innovation. He notes that the Bitcoin-focused plays by Cardano will not adversely affect the network’s road map.
Is Bitcoin Ready For DeFi Applications?
Hoskinson revealed in the interview that Bitcoin is ready for DeFi utility following the Taproot and the Lightning Network advancements. According to the founder, Taproot added programmability features to the Bitcoin network and Cardano will push the frontiers.
He adds that Cardano will enable Bitcoin users to engage in DeFi transactions while transacting with only BTC. Hoskinson says a merger between Bitcoin is enough to make Cardano’s DeFi significantly larger than Ethereum and Solana combined.
While the integration will send Cardano price soaring, ADA wallows at $0,6611 after losing 10% in a week. However, traders are targeting an ADA pump in May following the forming of a cyclical pattern.
An analyst argues that a price rally to $10 is not a crazy prediction given a streak of solid fundamentals and partnerships for Cardano.
Disclaimer: The presented content may include the personal opinion of the author and is subject to market condition. Do your market research before investing in cryptocurrencies. The author or the publication does not hold any responsibility for your personal financial loss.
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Ethereum Bitcoin Ratio Drops to Record Low, What Next for ETH?

The world’s second-largest digital asset, Ethereum (ETH), struggles to keep up with Bitcoin. Market data shows that the ETH/BTC ratio has dropped to its lowest level in five years. Consequently, investors and analysts are now questioning whether Ethereum can recover in the coming quarter, considering Bitcoin may continue its long-standing domination in the digital assets market.
The Ethereum Bitcoin Ratio At New Lows
ETH performed poorly compared to Bitcoin in the first quarter of 2025. According to a recent update from The Kobeissi Letter, the Ethereum to Bitcoin ratio has dropped to 0.02, its lowest level since December 2020.
Historically, Ethereum has gained strength after Bitcoin halvings, but the trend has reversed. While Bitcoin price is going upward, Ethereum has struggled to gain traction.
Several factors have contributed to this decline. Bitcoin’s narrative as digital gold has strengthened, drawing more institutional investment. In addition, the coin has faced challenges, including relatively higher gas fees and competition from other blockchain networks.
Unfortunately, the Ethereum Pectra upgrade, which experts believe could drive a price increase for the coin, faced some challenges. As reported by CoinGape, multiple testnet attempts failed before the Hoodi testnet that launched recently.
Some experts believe Ethereum’s transition to proof-of-stake has not delivered the expected market boost.
Q1 Performance and ETF Downturn
The ETH price performance in the first quarter of 2025 has been disappointing. For context, data shows that the coin has dropped 46% this year, nearly 4 times more than Bitcoin’s decline of 12%.
Many investors expected a strong bull run, but Ethereum has remained weak. The adoption of spot Bitcoin ETFs earlier in the year attracted billions of dollars, but Ethereum has not seen the same level of interest for its potential ETF.
Market analysts suggest that institutional investors are still hesitant about Ethereum’s long-term value compared to Bitcoin. Bitcoin’s fixed supply and reputation as a hedge against inflation have made it a safer choice for institutional investors.
Where is ETH Price Heading?
Some analysts believe ETH price could hit $10,000 if broader market conditions improve and the Ethereum Pectra upgrade launches on the mainnet.
Others warn that if the coin continues to lose value against Bitcoin, investors may start shifting funds to other networks like Solana or Avalanche.
Even though short-term price predictions remain speculative, some traders expect Ethereum to rebound as Bitcoin stabilizes. Others believe the ETH/BTC ratio could drop even further.
As of this publication, CoinMarketCap data shows that Ethereum’s price was $1,842.29, up 1.34% in the last 24 hours. Many experts believe that the coming days will determine whether Ethereum can regain strength or whether Bitcoin’s dominance will continue to grow.
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Elon Musk Rules Out The Use Of Dogecoin By The US Government

Elon Musk has doused optimism for the US government to adopt Dogecoin at the America PAC town hall event. The head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) noted that the government agency only bears a nominal resemblance to the memecoin.
Elon Musk Dispels Rumors Of Dogecoin Adoption By The US Government
At a recent event, Tesla CEO Elon Musk cleared the air on the potential adoption of Dogecoin by the US government. In his keynote speech, Musk noted that the US government will not be adopting Dogecoin, contrary to swirling speculation.
Musk noted that the speculation gained traction following the launch of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Following the launch of DOGE and Musk tapped to lead the agency, enthusiasm for Dogecoin government utility reached new highs.
However, Musk clarified that the agency bears only a nominal resemblance to the memecoin, stemming from an internet trend. The Tesla CEO disclosed that the original intended name was the Government Efficiency Commission, opting for DOGE “because the internet is right.”
“The name is similar but they are two different things,” said Musk. “But there are no plans for the government to use Dogecoin as far as I know.”
Musk has a long and storied history with Dogecoin, famously shilling the memecoin and integrating DOGE payments for Tesla. Musk teased an anime-themed DOGE on X, setting the stage for a $2 rally for the memecoin.
DOGE Reacts Negatively To The News
Dogecoin price slumped by nearly 2% in the wake of the grim report. Currently, the memecoin is trading at 0.1660 as it eyes a push toward the $1 mark.
The negative fundamental adds pressure to reports of DOGE forming a falling wedge pattern, signaling a potential downward breakout. However, optimists are rippling with confidence that DOGE can shake off the negative sentiments to post new all-time highs.
One analysis claims that if the Dogecoin price breaks a 3-month trendline, an $8 valuation for the memecoin is in play. Others claim that the House of Doge Reserve launch will be a tailwind for Dogecoin price, sending the dog-themed coin on a strong rally.
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