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Russian giant Sberbank launches Bitcoin bonds to expand Russian exposure to crypto
Sberbank’s introduction of a new bond product tied to Bitcoin offers investors an opportunity to gain digital currency exposure through a regulated financial vehicle, potentially e...
Read Full Article →Strategy unveils ‘Stride’ stock to fuel fixed-income expansion, boost Bitcoin holdings
By issuing 2.5 million preferred shares with a $100 liquidation value and 10% dividends, the company aims to enhance its fixed-income assets and increase its cryptocurrency investm...
Read Full Article →Tether, Bitfinex complete Bitcoin funding leg for Twenty One Capital with $2B transfer
The transfer of 21,000 Bitcoins from two major cryptocurrency firms to Twenty One Capital represents a significant infusion of digital assets, potentially impacting the firm's inve...
Read Full Article →WLFI’s stablecoin USD1 surpasses $10B in transfers within 10 days of Binance listing
Within ten days of being listed on Binance, World Liberty Financial’s stablecoin USD1 recorded over $10 billion in transaction volume, doubling its previous total transfers since l...
Read Full Article →VanEck warns of brief but critical ‘uncertainty window’ for Bitcoin to adapt to quantum threat
A sudden advancement in quantum computing could pose significant challenges to Bitcoin's security protocols, potentially impacting its market stability and prompting urgent adaptat...
Read Full Article →Hong Kong-based Reitar Logtech poised for $1.5B Bitcoin plunge to boost logistics expansion
Reitar Logtech Holdings Ltd. plans a significant cryptocurrency investment to diversify its treasury assets, thereby enhancing its capacity to expand and develop its international...
Read Full Article →Circle boosts IPO amid strong investor interest, eyes $7.2B valuation
Circle has increased the number of shares offered in its public listing due to higher investor demand, potentially resulting in a valuation around $7.2 billion based on recent regu...
Read Full Article →Pi Network banks on gaming to revive ecosystem amid token’s 17% decline
The Pi Network aims to enhance its financial prospects by integrating gaming features to increase user interaction and stimulate demand for its token after a recent market downturn...
Read Full Article →Strategy and Metaplanet capitalize on Bitcoin correction with $200M acquisition
By acquiring approximately 2,000 bitcoins during the recent price dip, Strategy and Metaplanet significantly increased their digital asset holdings, reflecting a substantial invest...
Read Full Article →Bitcoin hits NYE 2000 on internet adoption timeline, but Snapchat has more users
Bitcoin’s increased mainstream presence and rising valuation reflect growing investor interest, although its user base remains smaller compared to more established social media pla...
Read Full Article →Ethereum outperforms with $321 million inflow as Bitcoin, XRP sees combined outflow of over $36 mill...
Despite substantial inflows boosting investment product totals over seven weeks, recent market declines led to a decrease in assets under management, highlighting varied investor p...
Read Full Article →Tether shut out of Juventus capital raise despite increased investment
Despite boosting its overall stake, Tether was excluded from contributing funds in Juventus Football Club’s recent financing round, highlighting limitations in the company's involv...
Read Full Article →Hackers now pose as security companies to frame victims while stealing private keys
The growing trend of cybercriminals impersonating trusted blockchain firms to steal digital assets and falsely accuse users significantly increases financial risks and complicates...
Read Full Article →US government has now lost $21 billion selling seized Bitcoin we once fought to freeze
The recent disposal of confiscated cryptocurrency assets by the US authorities has resulted in a significant financial shortfall estimated at over twenty billion dollars.
Read Full Article →TradFi giant and FTSE-listed IG launches retail crypto trading in UK with Uphold tomorrow
Starting June 3, a major UK broker will enable individual investors to access a wide range of digital assets on a regulated platform through collaboration with a specialized exchan...
Read Full Article →Elon Musk launches XChat with ‘Bitcoin-style encryption’ amid crypto debate
The introduction of encrypted messaging on X may influence user engagement and data security perceptions, potentially affecting the platform’s valuation and its position within the...
Read Full Article →Silk Road founder receives $31.4M BTC donation after bagging $1.8M in auction
Ross Ulbricht, previously known for creating an online marketplace, experienced a significant increase in cryptocurrency holdings through a large unsolicited transfer following a n...
Read Full Article →Nobel prize-winning economist says ‘stablecoins don’t serve any clearly useful function ’; Coinmetri...
The ongoing debate between prominent economists highlights differing views on the role and potential impact of digital currencies designed to maintain consistent value in the finan...
Read Full Article →The crypto industry’s ‘silent partners’, how Talos is quietly fueling institutional adoption
Talos plays a crucial role in supporting the growth of institutional crypto involvement by providing essential infrastructure that enables secure and efficient market access behind...
Read Full Article →IMF asks for urgent clarification from Pakistan over 2,000MW power allocation to Bitcoin mining
The International Monetary Fund seeks prompt details from Pakistan regarding the use of a substantial electricity capacity for cryptocurrency operations amid ongoing energy shortag...
Read Full Article →Memecoin investors ‘should not be looking to the SEC for protection,’ Commissioner Hester Pierce say...
Investors in memecoins face significant financial risks as regulatory authorities may not provide assistance or safeguards in the event of losses, emphasizing the importance of car...
Read Full Article →Hyperliquid Bitcoin whale loses $100 million as BTC price falls below $105K
A major trader on Hyperliquid faced a substantial financial setback when leveraged Bitcoin holdings were liquidated due to a sharp price drop influenced by recent U.S. tariff news.
Read Full Article →Jamie Dimon casts doubt on US dollar as global reserve currency
Jamie Dimon highlighted concerns about the sustainability of the U.S. dollar’s leading international role, emphasizing internal challenges over external competition as primary risk...
Read Full Article →Conor McGregor doubles down on an Irish strategic Bitcoin reserve, tags Nayib Bukele ‘let’s chat’
Conor McGregor’s renewed focus on establishing a national cryptocurrency fund highlights increasing interest in digital assets as a tool for economic independence and financial inn...
Read Full Article →Making web3 feel human: How smart EOAs are redefining the wallet experience
The growing adoption of intelligent externally owned accounts (EOAs) is influencing digital asset management by enhancing user autonomy and potentially increasing the value users d...
Read Full Article →Sui community approves release of $162M in tokens frozen during Cetus hack
Validators controlling the majority of the network agreed to unlock a substantial amount of previously inaccessible assets, enabling the decentralized exchange to compensate affect...
Read Full Article →Coinbase says FTX repayments could become a $5B market injection
The distribution of over $5 billion in stablecoins by the FTX Recovery Trust may provide substantial liquidity to digital asset markets, potentially impacting trading activities an...
Read Full Article →Meta shareholders reject Bitcoin treasury bid in landslide vote
Meta Platforms shareholders decisively opposed a proposal to diversify the company’s substantial cash reserves by incorporating Bitcoin, reflecting investor caution toward cryptocu...
Read Full Article →REX pushes ETH and SOL staking ETFs via rare C-Corp as SEC softens stance
REX Shares' introduction of funds investing in Ethereum and Solana through an uncommon corporate structure may signal evolving regulatory acceptance and offer new opportunities for...
Read Full Article →Ethereum’s Pectra update meets expectations, edges closer to Fusaka
The recent upgrade increasing the blockchain’s data handling capacity aligns with market predictions, potentially improving transaction efficiency and influencing Ethereum’s valuat...
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