Crypto
Hester Peirce Advocates for the Right to Self-Custody of Crypto Assets
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce emphasizes the importance of self-custody and financial privacy as foundational rights in the U.S.
Crypto
María Machado, Bitcoin Advocate and Human Rights Champion, Receives Nobel Peace Prize
Venezuelan leader María Machado is honored with the Nobel Peace Prize for advocating for democracy and utilizing Bitcoin as a tool for economic empowerment.
Adoption
Mubadala from Abu Dhabi Makes a $408 Million Investment in Bitcoin via BlackRock
Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala Investment Company strategically invests in Bitcoin through BlackRock’s ETF, signaling significant institutional interest.
News
Sequans Stock Plummets 16% Following Bitcoin Sale to Reduce Debt
Sequans experienced a significant drop in share value after liquidating a portion of its Bitcoin holdings to address its financial obligations.
News
AfD in Germany Calls for Bitcoin to Be Recognized as a Strategic Asset
Germany's Alternative for Germany party seeks regulatory reforms to promote Bitcoin's adoption as a strategic digital asset.
Crypto
Metaplanet Launches U.S. Trading with Deutsche Bank under MPJPY
Metaplanet, a Japanese Bitcoin treasury firm, announces its entry into the U.S. market through American Depositary Receipts (ADRs).
News
Bitcoin Core 30 Launches with Divisive OP_RETURN Modification
The Bitcoin community reacts to the controversial OP_RETURN data limit increase introduced in the Bitcoin Core v30 update.
Crypto
Jack Dorsey Advocates for Tax Exemption on Small Bitcoin Payments
Jack Dorsey emphasizes the need for a tax-free threshold on minor Bitcoin transactions to enhance its adoption for daily purchases.
News
Metaplanet Approves Dividend-Paying Shares for Global Institutional Investors
Metaplanet, Japan's largest corporate Bitcoin holder, has approved the issuance of preferred shares that offer dividends, signaling a new direction towards attracting institutional investors focused on income.
News
Strategy Increases USD Holdings by $748M While Halting Bitcoin Acquisitions
Strategy has boosted its cash reserves to $2.19 billion after selling shares and paused its Bitcoin buying as a response to market conditions.
Crypto
Analyst Warns Against Exchanging Bitcoin for Gold Amid Price Surge
Matthew Kratter argues that Bitcoin's unique features make it a more reliable investment than gold, especially as gold prices soar.
News
Portal to Bitcoin Secures $25 Million and Unveils Atomic OTC Trading Desk
Portal to Bitcoin has raised $25 million in funding to launch an atomic over-the-counter trading desk that facilitates trustless cross-chain trades.
News
Peter Schiff Struggles to Validate Gold Bar During Debate with CZ
A significant discussion at Binance Blockchain Week where Peter Schiff and Changpeng Zhao debated the value of tokenized gold versus Bitcoin.
Finance
Strategy Develops $1.4 Billion Cash Reserve, Increases Bitcoin Holdings to 650,000 BTC
Strategy has established a new reserve to ensure dividend payments while enhancing its Bitcoin holdings amidst market fluctuations.
News
Bitcoin Mining Transformation: A Look Ahead to 2025
The Bitcoin mining landscape has evolved significantly as solo miners re-emerge, adapting innovative strategies amid heightened competition.
News
Accusations Against JPMorgan: Bitcoiners Claim Bank Is Undermining Competitors
Bitcoin community reacts strongly to JPMorgan's new Bitcoin-backed investment notes, alleging the bank seeks to undermine its competitors.
Crypto
Blockrise Secures MiCA License, Offers Bitcoin-Backed Loans to European Firms
Blockrise has achieved MiCA licensing in the Netherlands, enabling regulated Bitcoin services and paving the way for business loans secured by Bitcoin.
News
Bitcoin Core Receives Accolades Following First Independent Security Audit
Bitcoin Core's inaugural external audit reveals strong security and code maturity, with an absence of significant vulnerabilities.
Crypto
Willem Schroé Advocates for Enhanced Bitcoin Utilization
The founder of Botanix Labs discusses the potential of corporate Bitcoin treasuries to generate yield, signaling a shift in Bitcoin's role in the economy.
Crypto
Relai Achieves MiCA Approval for Bitcoin Investment in the EU
Relai, a Switzerland-based Bitcoin-focused investment app, has secured a MiCA license in France, enabling it to expand its services in Europe.
