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Metaplanet buys additional 555 BTC, issues another $25 million in bonds for more
Metaplanet increased its bitcoin assets by acquiring 555 BTC worth $53.4 million and raised $25 million through bond issuance to support further investment opportunities.
Read Full Article →Senate Democrat probes Trump’s crypto ties in letter to World Liberty Financial
A Senate Democrat has initiated an inquiry by contacting cryptocurrency firms to examine possible financial connections involving President Trump and related entities.
Read Full Article →Bitcoin peaks above $97,000 as US-China talk plans put market back into ‘risk-on’ mode
The announcement of a preliminary trade discussion between US and Chinese officials boosted investor confidence, contributing to a notable increase in Bitcoin's value exceeding $97...
Read Full Article →Bitwise submits S-1 for a spot NEAR ETF
Bitwise’s recent S-1 filing marks a key regulatory milestone that could potentially allow investors to gain direct exposure to NEAR through a publicly traded fund.
Read Full Article →Kalshi says CFTC moved to dismiss appeal against prediction platform
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission's decision to dismiss the appeal could impact Kalshi's ability to operate its event-based trading contracts involving cryptocurrency deposi...
Read Full Article →The Daily: New Hampshire becomes first US state to pass ‘Strategic Bitcoin Reserve’ bill, CZ makes $...
New Hampshire's decision to establish a strategic cryptocurrency reserve marks a notable development in state-level financial policy, potentially influencing market dynamics and in...
Read Full Article →Jack Maller’s Bitcoin payments app Strike is moving into the crypto lending business
Strike’s expansion into crypto lending reflects a strategic move to capitalize on the recovering market, potentially increasing its revenue streams amid a sector that is regaining...
Read Full Article →Democrats, Republicans hold dueling crypto roundtables as clashes over Trump’s role mount
Lawmakers from both parties convened separate discussions to address cryptocurrency oversight, highlighting growing political divisions that could significantly influence the indus...
Read Full Article →New Hampshire first US state to pass a ‘Strategic Bitcoin Reserve’ bill
New Hampshire’s legislation to establish a Bitcoin reserve could influence other states’ financial strategies, as several are considering similar initiatives that may impact local...
Read Full Article →Michael Saylor says Strategy’s new preferred shares may be first ‘AI-designed securities’
Michael Saylor highlighted that the introduction of new preferred shares by Strategy represents a pioneering effort in utilizing artificial intelligence to create innovative financ...
Read Full Article →Bitcoin community split over OP_Return limit removal plan from Core devs
The proposed removal of the OP_Return limit by core developers has sparked discussions that could impact transaction data storage and influence overall network utility and costs.
Read Full Article →DeFi Development Corp buys $11.2 million more in solana, pushing total holdings to 400,091 SOL
DeFi Development Corp's recent acquisition of additional Solana tokens increases their stake significantly, reflecting a continued investment strategy following a substantial equit...
Read Full Article →Standard Chartered says BNB price could hit $2,775 by 2028 — a gain of over 360%
Standard Chartered’s analysis suggests that Binance’s BNB token may experience substantial growth in value by 2028, indicating a notable increase in investment returns over the com...
Read Full Article →Benchmark calls Canaan a ‘potent long-term play’ in bitcoin mining, sets $3 price target
Canaan’s strategy of integrating advanced ASIC technology with its growing bitcoin mining activities underpins its potential value, influencing market expectations and future finan...
Read Full Article →FTX sold Alameda’s Anysphere stake for $200K — the AI firm is now worth $9 billion
FTX’s sale of Alameda’s share in Anysphere for $200,000 reflects a minimal return compared to the AI company’s recent $9 billion valuation after a substantial $900 million investme...
Read Full Article →House Democrats boycott crypto regulation hearing as tensions flare over Trump’s digital asset ties
The refusal of House Democrats to attend the hearing highlights ongoing disagreements that could delay the establishment of federal rules impacting the stablecoin market and relate...
Read Full Article →Tari, privacy-focused network from early Monero contributors, launches mainnet to open mining to all
The launch of Tari’s mainnet enables broader participation in token mining, potentially increasing network value by allowing users with standard hardware to generate rewards withou...
Read Full Article →Binance founder CZ says bitcoin could hit $500,000 to $1 million this cycle
Changpeng Zhao highlighted bitcoin’s potential for substantial growth this cycle while cautioning that most memecoins lack lasting value and may divert attention from meaningful ad...
Read Full Article →Former Celsius CEO Alex Mashinsky seeks lenient one-year sentence, disputes DOJ’s 20-year recommenda...
Alex Mashinsky’s legal team argued for a significantly reduced prison term, highlighting the potential impact on his financial status and ongoing asset management amid the governme...
Read Full Article →Bitwise CIO warns of challenging summer for crypto if Congress ‘fumbles the ball’ on legislation
The financial outlook for cryptocurrency this summer depends heavily on whether U.S. lawmakers successfully approve stablecoin regulations and market structure reforms, which could...
Read Full Article →eToro targets $4 billion valuation and $500 million raise from US IPO
eToro plans to offer 10 million shares on Nasdaq, seeking to raise $500 million and achieve a market value of approximately $4 billion following the postponement of its previous pu...
Read Full Article →Trish Turner takes over IRS crypto unit as two former leaders depart: Bloomberg Tax
The appointment of a new head to the IRS division managing cryptocurrency taxation and compliance may influence regulatory strategies and impact financial reporting requirements fo...
Read Full Article →Florida indefinitely postpones two strategic bitcoin reserve bills
The delay of key legislative proposals related to state-managed cryptocurrency reserves could impact Florida's approach to digital asset investments and influence future financial...
Read Full Article →Trump’s two crypto dinners in May raise potential for conflicts of interest
President Trump’s recent meetings involving cryptocurrency have drawn attention due to possible clashes between his private financial stakes and official responsibilities, highligh...
Read Full Article →The Daily: Riot Platforms sells mined bitcoin, Indonesia suspends World, Strategy buys more BTC and...
House Republicans’ proposed crypto legislation and DeFi Development Corp’s $3.5 million acquisition of a Solana validator highlight ongoing regulatory and investment activities sha...
Read Full Article →SEC delays decision on whether to greenlight Canary’s Litecoin ETF and asks for public comments
The U.S. regulatory authority postponed its ruling on Canary Funds' application to introduce a spot Litecoin investment vehicle, soliciting public input to assess potential market...
Read Full Article →‘King of Crypto’: House Democrats to walk out of hearing following concerns over Trump-backed crypto...
Lawmakers’ planned departure from the congressional session highlights growing tensions over proposed digital currency regulations tied to initiatives supported by former President...
Read Full Article →Riot Platforms sells mined bitcoin for first time since January 2024, nets $38.8 million
Riot Platforms generated nearly $39 million in revenue by selling 475 bitcoins in April, marking its first significant cryptocurrency transaction since early 2024.
Read Full Article →Mentions of ‘cryptocurrency’ and ‘stablecoins’ in SEC filings hit record high in April
The increased frequency of references to digital assets in regulatory documents indicates growing attention and potential impact on financial markets and investor oversight in the...
Read Full Article →House Republicans release discussion draft of a bill to regulate the crypto industry at large
The proposed legislation aims to establish a comprehensive framework for overseeing digital assets, potentially affecting market stability, investor protection, and the broader fin...
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