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Authors
Writer
With a BA in English literature and linguistics, training provided by veteran licensed court interpreters, and direct content management experience, Aleksandar Hrubenja knows what good content looks like. He’s tackled any topic thrown his way, spending the last six years writing articles on finance, cryptocurrency, and digital marketing — just to name a few.
With a BA in English literature and linguistics, training provided by veteran licensed court interpreters, and direct content management experience, Aleksandar Hrubenja knows what good content looks like. He’s tackled any topic thrown his way, spending the last six years writing articles on finance, cryptocurrency, and digital marketing — just to name a few.
Writer & Editor
Alice is a content writer and editor at Bankless Times. As a cryptocurrency and content specialist, she has reported on crypto news, produced user guides, and crafted content for exchanges. She has first-hand experience in trading and investing, and in her spare time, she writes the puzzle page for a regional magazine and rings church bells.
Alice is a content writer and editor at Bankless Times. As a cryptocurrency and content specialist, she has reported on crypto news, produced user guides, and crafted content for exchanges. She has first-hand experience in trading and investing, and in her spare time, she writes the puzzle page for a regional magazine and rings church bells.
Senior Content Editor
Amala is custom content and news editor based in London. She is a former financial journalist based in Singapore with 7 years of experience covering a range of business and financial topics. Now she focuses on crypto and macro-economics. She has also covered feature profiles, tech, business politics and ESG— she was the Environment Editor for the Solutions Newspaper, 2016 and worked in an editorial capacity at both News corp (Dow Jones) and JBN. She also has experience as a content creator, strategist and brand editor for various financial institutions and banks.
Amala is custom content and news editor based in London. She is a former financial journalist based in Singapore with 7 years of experience covering a range of business and financial topics. Now she focuses on crypto and macro-economics. She has also covered feature profiles, tech, business politics and ESG— she was the Environment Editor for the Solutions Newspaper, 2016 and worked in an editorial capacity at both News corp (Dow Jones) and JBN. She also has experience as a content creator, strategist and brand editor for various financial institutions and banks.
Cryptocurrency Journalist
Ben is a cryptocurrency journalist, simple. He's also a technology and cryptocurrency geek having enjoyed immersing himself in the culture. Ben's motto is to research deeply, test thoroughly, and write simply.
Ben is a cryptocurrency journalist, simple. He's also a technology and cryptocurrency geek having enjoyed immersing himself in the culture. Ben's motto is to research deeply, test thoroughly, and write simply.
Reporter
Benson reports news and analyzes markets for BanklessTimes, interviewing key figures. An investor since 2008, he joined the crypto wave in 2017, contributing to The Coin Habit, CoinJournal, Bitcoin Insider, and TechinAfrica.
Benson reports news and analyzes markets for BanklessTimes, interviewing key figures. An investor since 2008, he joined the crypto wave in 2017, contributing to The Coin Habit, CoinJournal, Bitcoin Insider, and TechinAfrica.
Charles Thuo is a crypto enthusiast and writes on a variety of crypto and blockchain-related issues. A mechatronics engineer by profession and a crypto enthusiast, Charles has been involved in blockchain and cryptocurrency since 2014. He has written for several other sites including blockchain 101 among others.
Charles Thuo is a crypto enthusiast and writes on a variety of crypto and blockchain-related issues. A mechatronics engineer by profession and a crypto enthusiast, Charles has been involved in blockchain and cryptocurrency since 2014. He has written for several other sites including blockchain 101 among others.
Content Writer
With a masters in Business administration, Christopher is a financial content writer with a knack for crafting articles, blogs and insightful reviews about all areas of finance.
His passion for writing led him to work as a full-time writer for forex brokers (DecodeFx, Keytomarkets) and crypto blogs (Bitcompare), creating educational pieces for investors and traders around the world.
In his spare time, he runs a crypto YouTube channel while learning about ways to help his readers make better financial decisions.
With a masters in Business administration, Christopher is a financial content writer with a knack for crafting articles, blogs and insightful reviews about all areas of finance.
His passion for writing led him to work as a full-time writer for forex brokers (DecodeFx, Keytomarkets) and crypto blogs (Bitcompare), creating educational pieces for investors and traders around the world.
In his spare time, he runs a crypto YouTube channel while learning about ways to help his readers make better financial decisions.
Writer
Crispus is a financial analyst with over 9 years in the industry. He covers cryptocurrencies, forex, equities, and commodities for some of the leading brands. He is also a passionate trader who operates his family account. Crispus lives in Nairobi with his wife and son.
Crispus is a financial analyst with over 9 years in the industry. He covers cryptocurrencies, forex, equities, and commodities for some of the leading brands. He is also a passionate trader who operates his family account. Crispus lives in Nairobi with his wife and son.
Writer
Daniela is a writer at Bankless Times, covering the latest news on the cryptocurrency market and blockchain industry. She has over 15 years of experience as a writer, having ghostwritten for several online publications in the financial sector.
Daniela is a writer at Bankless Times, covering the latest news on the cryptocurrency market and blockchain industry. She has over 15 years of experience as a writer, having ghostwritten for several online publications in the financial sector.
Writer
Danny is a freelance writer specialising in technology and finance. Prior to working for himself, he spent several years working within those sectors in London. Since then, Danny has relocated to Denmark.
Danny is a freelance writer specialising in technology and finance. Prior to working for himself, he spent several years working within those sectors in London. Since then, Danny has relocated to Denmark.
Writer
With over six years of writing experience, Darko is a prolific writer in multiple industries including, but not limited to, digital marketing, SEO, finance, and technology. Acquiring a BA in English pushed him to pursue his lifelong dream to conquer the internet and take over the SERPs with high-quality content. While looking for his next travel destination, Darko developed impeccable research skills that helped him craft some of the most popular stats pages on the World Wide Web.
With over six years of writing experience, Darko is a prolific writer in multiple industries including, but not limited to, digital marketing, SEO, finance, and technology. Acquiring a BA in English pushed him to pursue his lifelong dream to conquer the internet and take over the SERPs with high-quality content. While looking for his next travel destination, Darko developed impeccable research skills that helped him craft some of the most popular stats pages on the World Wide Web.
Writer
Despite his BA in English, Darko’s interests slowly strayed away from analyzing Shakespeare and re-reading the classics. Instead, he goes above and beyond to build his online writing portfolio, covering everything from SEO and digital marketing to finance and crypto. Effortlessly, he dives into reports and research papers to extract the juiciest parts and make the reader’s life easier. When not writing, Darko typically explores mountain trails with his loyal Belgian Malinois.
Despite his BA in English, Darko’s interests slowly strayed away from analyzing Shakespeare and re-reading the classics. Instead, he goes above and beyond to build his online writing portfolio, covering everything from SEO and digital marketing to finance and crypto. Effortlessly, he dives into reports and research papers to extract the juiciest parts and make the reader’s life easier. When not writing, Darko typically explores mountain trails with his loyal Belgian Malinois.
Writer
Dominikas is a content and research writer with over 6 years of experience. He is passionate about blockchain technology and believes cryptocurrency is the future of humanity. Dominikas lives in the countryside with his 3 dogs and enjoys long walks.
Dominikas is a content and research writer with over 6 years of experience. He is passionate about blockchain technology and believes cryptocurrency is the future of humanity. Dominikas lives in the countryside with his 3 dogs and enjoys long walks.
Writer
Dunja is an English Literature graduate with years of experience as a writer and translator. She doesn't mind diving into as many reports and numbers as she can—especially about topics like crypto that still need some translating to the public—’cause she loves to get the message across. When she's not working, you'll find her running wild with her pack of dogs, playing board games, or bingeing on pop science videos.
Dunja is an English Literature graduate with years of experience as a writer and translator. She doesn't mind diving into as many reports and numbers as she can—especially about topics like crypto that still need some translating to the public—’cause she loves to get the message across. When she's not working, you'll find her running wild with her pack of dogs, playing board games, or bingeing on pop science videos.
Our editorial team regularly publishes articles on current developments in the crypto market and analysis of specific cryptocurrencies.
Our editorial team regularly publishes articles on current developments in the crypto market and analysis of specific cryptocurrencies.
Financial content specialist
Elizabeth is a financial content specialist from Manchester. Her specialities include cryptocurrency, data analysis and financial regulation.
Elizabeth is a financial content specialist from Manchester. Her specialities include cryptocurrency, data analysis and financial regulation.
Writer
Emily is a writer with 15 years’ experience in the industry. Having trained as a journalist and worked for many years managing a team at a City marketing firm, Emily's expertise runs from foreign holidays to forex, and when not writing she can often be found enjoying countryside walks in Surrey or planning her next trip abroad.
Emily is a writer with 15 years’ experience in the industry. Having trained as a journalist and worked for many years managing a team at a City marketing firm, Emily's expertise runs from foreign holidays to forex, and when not writing she can often be found enjoying countryside walks in Surrey or planning her next trip abroad.
Cryptocurrency Writer and Editor
Emma is a law graduate with seven years of experience working in financial services. She has been writing in the cryptocurrency and blockchain tech space for two years now. Recently she worked as a Managing Editor and Head of Content for different crypto publications.
Emma is a law graduate with seven years of experience working in financial services. She has been writing in the cryptocurrency and blockchain tech space for two years now. Recently she worked as a Managing Editor and Head of Content for different crypto publications.
Writer
An internship in a digital marketing agency during her freshman year of university got Tina into content. A decade later, she’s utilizing her educational background in English and knack for research to craft website content on crypto and ensure readers are fully informed. When she’s not investigating the crypto market and expanding her knowledge, you’ll find her randomly roaming cities and sunny coasts all over the world.
An internship in a digital marketing agency during her freshman year of university got Tina into content. A decade later, she’s utilizing her educational background in English and knack for research to craft website content on crypto and ensure readers are fully informed. When she’s not investigating the crypto market and expanding her knowledge, you’ll find her randomly roaming cities and sunny coasts all over the world.
Hyomi is a freelance writer who is passionate about cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. She is dedicated to driving innovation and fostering widespread adoption within the industry as her writing captures how we interact with digital assets.
Hyomi is a freelance writer who is passionate about cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. She is dedicated to driving innovation and fostering widespread adoption within the industry as her writing captures how we interact with digital assets.
Writer
Idil is a writer with interests ranging from crypto and politics to fintech and media. She spent several years in publishing before becoming a full-time writer in the technology space, and learning the inner workings of an industry she loved ignited her interest in economics. As an English graduate, she cultivated valuable research and storytelling abilities that she now applies to make complex matters accessible and understandable to many. When she’s not writing, she can be found climbing or watching a movie.
Idil is a writer with interests ranging from crypto and politics to fintech and media. She spent several years in publishing before becoming a full-time writer in the technology space, and learning the inner workings of an industry she loved ignited her interest in economics. As an English graduate, she cultivated valuable research and storytelling abilities that she now applies to make complex matters accessible and understandable to many. When she’s not writing, she can be found climbing or watching a movie.
Casino Writer
Jim Donaghue has been in the online gambling scene since 1996, practically from when it all began. Starting with British fruit machines, he's witnessed the entire evolution of online gaming firsthand as both a player and observer. He plays slots, poker, and blackjack at low stakes and enjoys betting on sports with friends. Jim got into crypto investing in 2017, bringing his Forex trading background to understand digital asset markets. This combination of nearly three decades in gaming plus early crypto adoption gives him a unique perspective on how blockchain technology is reshaping the gambling industry he's known for so long. His writing focuses on the practical side of crypto gaming adoption, drawing from real experience as someone who was there when online casinos first launched and who understands both traditional gaming mechanics and crypto market dynamics. Jim writes about what actually works, what doesn't, and where the industry is heading based on patterns he's seen repeat over decades.
Alongside BanklessTimes, Jim also writes for Pokerfuse, Irishcasinosites, Casinosetc, Blockchainland, Demoslot and more.
Jim Donaghue has been in the online gambling scene since 1996, practically from when it all began. Starting with British fruit machines, he's witnessed the entire evolution of online gaming firsthand as both a player and observer. He plays slots, poker, and blackjack at low stakes and enjoys betting on sports with friends. Jim got into crypto investing in 2017, bringing his Forex trading background to understand digital asset markets. This combination of nearly three decades in gaming plus early crypto adoption gives him a unique perspective on how blockchain technology is reshaping the gambling industry he's known for so long. His writing focuses on the practical side of crypto gaming adoption, drawing from real experience as someone who was there when online casinos first launched and who understands both traditional gaming mechanics and crypto market dynamics. Jim writes about what actually works, what doesn't, and where the industry is heading based on patterns he's seen repeat over decades.
Alongside BanklessTimes, Jim also writes for Pokerfuse, Irishcasinosites, Casinosetc, Blockchainland, Demoslot and more.
Writer
Jinia is a fintech writer based in Sweden. With years of experience, she has written about cryptocurrency and blockchain for renowned publications such as Cointelegraph, Bitcoinist, Invezz, etc. She loves gardening, traveling, and extracting joy and happiness from the little things in life.
Jinia is a fintech writer based in Sweden. With years of experience, she has written about cryptocurrency and blockchain for renowned publications such as Cointelegraph, Bitcoinist, Invezz, etc. She loves gardening, traveling, and extracting joy and happiness from the little things in life.
News Lead and Editor
Joseph is a content writer and editor who has actively participated in crypto for over 6 years. He enjoys educating others about Web3 and covering its updates, regulatory developments, and exciting stories.
Joseph is a content writer and editor who has actively participated in crypto for over 6 years. He enjoys educating others about Web3 and covering its updates, regulatory developments, and exciting stories.
Josh is a finance and Blockchain technical writer with experience in project design, consultancy and reporting. He is well-versed in white paper design, blog construction and freelance journalism.
His academic credentials are in International Relations, Environmental Regulation and International Law. In his spare time he works as a sustainability analyst for a FinTech start-up Oxari and a private English tutor.
Josh is a finance and Blockchain technical writer with experience in project design, consultancy and reporting. He is well-versed in white paper design, blog construction and freelance journalism.
His academic credentials are in International Relations, Environmental Regulation and International Law. In his spare time he works as a sustainability analyst for a FinTech start-up Oxari and a private English tutor.
Khashayar discovered Bitcoin back in 2014 and has since spent countless hours researching the different use cases of cryptocurrencies. He has a bachelor's degree in International Relations and has been a writer in the financial services industry for nearly half a decade. In his spare time, Khashayar enjoys photography, cycling, and ice skating.
Khashayar discovered Bitcoin back in 2014 and has since spent countless hours researching the different use cases of cryptocurrencies. He has a bachelor's degree in International Relations and has been a writer in the financial services industry for nearly half a decade. In his spare time, Khashayar enjoys photography, cycling, and ice skating.
Writer
Having joined the blockchain industry in 2017, Kate has found her passion in this new technology and has been focusing on it ever since. Not only does she study blockchain-based inventions from a scientific perspective, she also actively participates in this industry by adopting dApps and investing in different projects.
Having joined the blockchain industry in 2017, Kate has found her passion in this new technology and has been focusing on it ever since. Not only does she study blockchain-based inventions from a scientific perspective, she also actively participates in this industry by adopting dApps and investing in different projects.
Kyle Odegard has been a sports writer since 2006, spending over seven years as a writer for the NFL's Arizona Cardinals. Kyle also has bylines at ESPN, CBS Sports, MLB.com and the Associated Press.
Kyle Odegard has been a sports writer since 2006, spending over seven years as a writer for the NFL's Arizona Cardinals. Kyle also has bylines at ESPN, CBS Sports, MLB.com and the Associated Press.
Writer
Martynas is a seasoned freelance writer that has written on a broad range of topics over his 10 year career. He enjoys diving into the research and sharing what he's learned with readers.
Martynas is a seasoned freelance writer that has written on a broad range of topics over his 10 year career. He enjoys diving into the research and sharing what he's learned with readers.
News Writer
Murtuza Merchant is a senior journalist, having been associated with various publications for over a decade. An avid follower of blockchain tech and cryptocurrencies, he is part of a crypto advisory firm that advises corporates – startups and established firms on media strategies.
Murtuza Merchant is a senior journalist, having been associated with various publications for over a decade. An avid follower of blockchain tech and cryptocurrencies, he is part of a crypto advisory firm that advises corporates – startups and established firms on media strategies.
Writer
Nausheen is a seasoned business and finance journalist with a sharp focus on the cryptocurrency sector. With over 2 years of experience, she has established a reputation for delivering insightful, accurate, and engaging coverage of the rapidly evolving world of digital currencies and blockchain technology. Her career began in traditional finance reporting, but a keen interest in the disruptive potential of cryptocurrencies led her to pivot towards this dynamic field.
Nausheen is a seasoned business and finance journalist with a sharp focus on the cryptocurrency sector. With over 2 years of experience, she has established a reputation for delivering insightful, accurate, and engaging coverage of the rapidly evolving world of digital currencies and blockchain technology. Her career began in traditional finance reporting, but a keen interest in the disruptive potential of cryptocurrencies led her to pivot towards this dynamic field.
As a pioneering crypto investor since 2015, I've experienced this industry's highs and lows firsthand. I was an early adopter who bought Ether for $45 - talk about life-changing! Since then, I’ve written over 1,500 articles on cryptocurrency, blockchain and emerging technologies for clients worldwide.
I take a holistic approach to every project, thoroughly researching topics to develop insightful narratives that resonate with audiences. My writing is engaging, easy to understand and designed to capture attention. I strive to simplify complex concepts while maintaining academic rigor through credible sources.
As a pioneering crypto investor since 2015, I've experienced this industry's highs and lows firsthand. I was an early adopter who bought Ether for $45 - talk about life-changing! Since then, I’ve written over 1,500 articles on cryptocurrency, blockchain and emerging technologies for clients worldwide.
I take a holistic approach to every project, thoroughly researching topics to develop insightful narratives that resonate with audiences. My writing is engaging, easy to understand and designed to capture attention. I strive to simplify complex concepts while maintaining academic rigor through credible sources.
The latest news, comment and analysis from our crypto news desk.
Editor
Nikola has over five years of experience in SEO and content management. During that time, he’s worked on over twenty websites in a diverse set of niches, ranging from healthcare to finance—most of which he helped build from the ground up.
Nikola has over five years of experience in SEO and content management. During that time, he’s worked on over twenty websites in a diverse set of niches, ranging from healthcare to finance—most of which he helped build from the ground up.
Ola is a content writer and editor specializing in crypto and blockchain. With years of experience writing engaging blogs and news content, he has helped readers understand complex concepts, discover new opportunities, and stay ahead of emerging trends.
Ola is a content writer and editor specializing in crypto and blockchain. With years of experience writing engaging blogs and news content, he has helped readers understand complex concepts, discover new opportunities, and stay ahead of emerging trends.
Writer
Radovan is a journalism graduate with years of experience as a writer and editor. He loves dabbling in numbers and percentages, interpreting data, and trying to make sense of seemingly complex information. He is also a pop culture aficionado with boomer taste (the older, the better), and if he's not watching movies or reading on current events, he's probably busy getting cat hair off his furniture.
Radovan is a journalism graduate with years of experience as a writer and editor. He loves dabbling in numbers and percentages, interpreting data, and trying to make sense of seemingly complex information. He is also a pop culture aficionado with boomer taste (the older, the better), and if he's not watching movies or reading on current events, he's probably busy getting cat hair off his furniture.
Writer
Rebekah Carter is a dedicated online marketing professional and writer. With experience in the world of entrepreneurial development, business growth, communication and collaboration, and even health and fitness, Rebekah is constantly looking for ways to expand her expertise, and share her knowledge with the digital world.
Rebekah Carter is a dedicated online marketing professional and writer. With experience in the world of entrepreneurial development, business growth, communication and collaboration, and even health and fitness, Rebekah is constantly looking for ways to expand her expertise, and share her knowledge with the digital world.
Sam is a cryptocurrency enthusiast with a background in growth marketing. When he isn't helping to grow tech startups, Sam enjoys crafting high-quality content that educates and informs. Before starting his career, Sam attended the University of Toronto where he gained a MTech in Computer Engineering.
Sam is a cryptocurrency enthusiast with a background in growth marketing. When he isn't helping to grow tech startups, Sam enjoys crafting high-quality content that educates and informs. Before starting his career, Sam attended the University of Toronto where he gained a MTech in Computer Engineering.
Crypto Writer
Samuel is an experienced copywriter and editor, working as Head of Content at a UK-based digital marketing agency. Since completing his Creative Writing degree in 2021, Samuel has produced educational content and marketing copy for some of the world's largest centralized exchanges and Web3 projects. Outside of work, Samuel is heavily invested in the cryptocurrency space, including as an early investor in several DeFi companies.
Samuel is an experienced copywriter and editor, working as Head of Content at a UK-based digital marketing agency. Since completing his Creative Writing degree in 2021, Samuel has produced educational content and marketing copy for some of the world's largest centralized exchanges and Web3 projects. Outside of work, Samuel is heavily invested in the cryptocurrency space, including as an early investor in several DeFi companies.
Writer
Stephen is a seasoned crypto and fintech specialist with industry experience. Having worked in tech, helping people send money globally and rollout solutions, he understands the impact that tech like blockchain brings to real world issues. He is passionate about crypto, writing and basketball.
Stephen is a seasoned crypto and fintech specialist with industry experience. Having worked in tech, helping people send money globally and rollout solutions, he understands the impact that tech like blockchain brings to real world issues. He is passionate about crypto, writing and basketball.
iGaming Writer & Editor
Tobi Amure has been working in the casino industry for six years, reviewing platforms across the US, Canada, and New Zealand. He started with traditional online casinos before moving into crypto gambling when Bitcoin casinos began appearing around 2017.
Tobi also writes crypto content and casino reviews for Casino.org, Investopedia, Daily Forex, Investing.com, Traders Union, Trading.biz and NinjaPromo. Alongside other gambling publications, Tobi focuses on crypto payment methods and how well these platforms actually work. His approach is hands-on, testing games, payment systems, and customer support to see what players really experience when they sign up and play.
He holds a pharmacy degree but spends most of his time these days explaining crypto casino mechanics and helping players understand which platforms are legitimate. Tobi covers everything from withdrawal speeds to game selection, with particular focus on how cryptocurrencies are changing online gambling.
Tobi Amure has been working in the casino industry for six years, reviewing platforms across the US, Canada, and New Zealand. He started with traditional online casinos before moving into crypto gambling when Bitcoin casinos began appearing around 2017.
Tobi also writes crypto content and casino reviews for Casino.org, Investopedia, Daily Forex, Investing.com, Traders Union, Trading.biz and NinjaPromo. Alongside other gambling publications, Tobi focuses on crypto payment methods and how well these platforms actually work. His approach is hands-on, testing games, payment systems, and customer support to see what players really experience when they sign up and play.
He holds a pharmacy degree but spends most of his time these days explaining crypto casino mechanics and helping players understand which platforms are legitimate. Tobi covers everything from withdrawal speeds to game selection, with particular focus on how cryptocurrencies are changing online gambling.
Writer
Toby McInnis is a writer based in London. His work has appeared across numerous publications, and his writing covers a range of topics - including finance, the digital economy, emerging technology and innovation.
Toby McInnis is a writer based in London. His work has appeared across numerous publications, and his writing covers a range of topics - including finance, the digital economy, emerging technology and innovation.
Editor
With a background in crypto-focused data analytics, Utsav excels in live market reporting, offering insights into the risks and opportunities that help our readers make informed decisions.
With a background in crypto-focused data analytics, Utsav excels in live market reporting, offering insights into the risks and opportunities that help our readers make informed decisions.
Walter is a writer from Nairobi, Kenya. He covers the latest news on the cryptocurrency market and blockchain industry. Walter has a decade of experience as a writer.
Walter is a writer from Nairobi, Kenya. He covers the latest news on the cryptocurrency market and blockchain industry. Walter has a decade of experience as a writer.
