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Bitcoin Treasury Twenty One Capital to Start Trading on NYSE Next Week With $4 Billion BTC Treasury

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Bitcoin Treasury Twenty One Capital to Start Trading on NYSE Next Week With $4 Billion BTC Treasury
Bitcoin treasury Twenty One Capital will start trading on the New York Stock Exchange next week.
This post Bitcoin Treasury Twenty One Capital to Start Trading on NYSE Next Week With $4 Billion BTC Treasury first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Italy Launches Review of Crypto Safeguards Due to Rising Risks

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Italy Launches Review of Crypto Safeguards Due to Rising Risks
Italy has launched a comprehensive review of retail crypto-investment safeguards amid warnings that rising crypto–financial system links could increase risks.
This post Italy Launches Review of Crypto Safeguards Due to Rising Risks first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

MEXC Appoints Vugar Usi as Chief Operating Officer to Accelerate Global Growth and Redefine User-First Crypto Trading Experience

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Victoria, Seychelles, December 3, 2025 – MEXC, the fastest-growing global cryptocurrency exchange, redefining a user-first approach to digital assets through true zero-fee trading, announces Vugar Usi as Chief Operating Officer, marking a defining step in its mission to raise the global standard for how crypto exchanges

Taiwan Plans First Regulated Stablecoin Launch in Late 2026

Taiwan’s Financial Supervisory Commission outlines comprehensive regulatory framework for first national stablecoin issuance. The Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) of Taiwan announced on December 3, 2025, that the country’s first stablecoin will likely launch in the latter half of 2026, contingent on legislative approval. FSC Chairman Peng Jin-long revealed the timeline during a legislative hearing, explaining

Bitcoin Price Dances with $94,000 as Institutional Demand Fuels a Bullish Setup

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Bitcoin Price Dances with $94,000 as Institutional Demand Fuels a Bullish Setup
The Bitcoin price is flirting with the $94,000 mark. Currently, it’s trading around $93,117, with $81 billion in 24-hour trading volume.
This post Bitcoin Price Dances with $94,000 as Institutional Demand Fuels a Bullish Setup first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink Says He Was Wrong About Bitcoin, Reveals a ‘Big Shift’ in His View

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BlackRock CEO Larry Fink Says He Was Wrong About Bitcoin, Reveals a ‘Big Shift’ in His View
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink, once a Bitcoin critic, now sees it as a hedge and potential portfolio asset, while BlackRock expands into crypto and asset tokenization.
This post BlackRock CEO Larry Fink Says He Was Wrong About Bitcoin, Reveals a ‘Big Shift’ in His View first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Neopool Reports Record $15+ Million in Bitcoin Payouts to Miners in November 2025

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Neopool Reports Record $15+ Million in Bitcoin Payouts to Miners in November 2025
Dubai, UAE – December 1, 2025 — Mining pool Neopool reported a record 169 BTC (approximately $15 million USD) in payouts to its global miner network for November 2025.  This volume reflects Neopool’s expanding market presence and operational performance since its inception earlier this year. Independent data from miningpoolstats.stream continues to rank Neopool as the
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UK Passes Bill Formally Recognizing Crypto as a New Category of Property

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UK Passes Bill Formally Recognizing Crypto as a New Category of Property
The U.K. has officially made crypto a legally recognized third category of property after the Property (Digital Assets etc.) Act received Royal Assent on Tuesday.
This post UK Passes Bill Formally Recognizing Crypto as a New Category of Property first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Horeb Energy and Veolia Are Mining Bitcoin At 2.5¢/kWh With Colombian Landfil Biogas

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Horeb Energy and Veolia Are Mining Bitcoin At 2.5¢/kWh With Colombian Landfil Biogas
Horeb Energy, in partnership with Veolia, has achieved 2.5 cents per kWh — half the North American average — by converting landfill biogas into electricity for Bitcoin mining in Norte de Santander, Colombia.
This post Horeb Energy and Veolia Are Mining Bitcoin At 2.5¢/kWh With Colombian Landfil Biogas first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

N4T Announces Liquidity Locking Ahead of DEX Listings

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. UNITED STATES, DECEMBER 3RD, 2025 – N4T, short for “Nobel for Trump,” a new movement-driven token, today announces that it will lock liquidity for the N4T token as it prepares for its debut across decentralized exchanges prior to listing on CEX platforms. The decision follows the

Unlimit Launches Stable.com as Decentralized Stablecoin Clearing House

Unlimit announced the launch of Stable.com on December 2, 2025, introducing the world’s first non-custodial stablecoin clearing house in San Francisco. The platform enables seamless, zero-commission conversions across leading stablecoins, integrating Unlimit’s global payments infrastructure to simplify complex blockchain transactions for businesses and individuals worldwide. Founded in 2009 and operating across 180 countries, Unlimit aims

Bank of America Backs 4% Crypto Allocation for Wealth Clients as Wall Street Embraces Bitcoin

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Bank of America Backs 4% Crypto Allocation for Wealth Clients as Wall Street Embraces Bitcoin
Bank of America is opening the door for its 15,000 advisers to recommend a 1%–4% crypto allocation, signaling a wider Wall Street shift toward mainstream Bitcoin exposure.
This post Bank of America Backs 4% Crypto Allocation for Wealth Clients as Wall Street Embraces Bitcoin first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

A Pivotal Moment for Bitcoin Price

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A Pivotal Moment for Bitcoin Price
History shows the bitcoin price explodes every time balance sheet stops shrinking. Next leg up loading?
This post A Pivotal Moment for Bitcoin Price first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Matt Crosby.

TBC: Revolutionizing Bitcoin With UTXO Smart Contracts and Cross-Chain Innovation

This content is provided by a sponsor. The development of blockchain has reached a new inflection point as the Bitcoin ecosystem advances toward broader utility, higher performance, and improved scalability. In this context, TBC introduces a technological framework designed to extend the capabilities of Bitcoin while maintaining its core principles of decentralization and security. Built

Bodies of Russian Crypto Blogger and Wife Found in UAE Desert

UAE police recovered the bodies of Russian crypto blogger Roman Novak and his wife, Anna, in a high-profile case involving alleged kidnapping, torture, and murder over cryptocurrency. Extortion and Disappearance The bodies of Russian crypto blogger Roman Novak (38) and his wife, Anna (37), were reportedly recovered in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by law

Goldman Sachs to Acquire Innovator Capital Management in $2 Billion ETF Strategic Move

Goldman Sachs announces acquisition of Innovator Capital Management, a pioneering ETF provider with $28 billion in assets, including bitcoin-linked defined outcome ETF strategies. Goldman Sachs has entered into an agreement to acquire Innovator Capital Management, a leader in defined outcome exchange-traded funds (ETFs), for approximately $2 billion. The transaction, expected to close in the second

World’s Second Largest Asset Manager Vanguard Opens Its Platform to Bitcoin and Crypto ETFs: Bloomberg

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World’s Second Largest Asset Manager Vanguard Opens Its Platform to Bitcoin and Crypto ETFs: Bloomberg
Vanguard is going to allow bitcoin and crypto-linked exchange-traded funds and mutual funds to trade on its platform.
This post World’s Second Largest Asset Manager Vanguard Opens Its Platform to Bitcoin and Crypto ETFs: Bloomberg first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Drops to $86K as Asian Markets Trigger Selloff

Bitcoin fell sharply on the first day of December, dropping from $91K to $86K as Asian markets delivered a wave of bearish catalysts. Despite improving U.S. liquidity conditions and rising rate-cut expectations, sentiment remains fragile heading into a pivotal month. BTC Retreats as Liquidity Jitters Hit Global Markets Bitcoin slipped to $86,000 in early Asian

People’s Bank of China Still Combating Virtual Currency, Stablecoin Trading

Chinese financial regulators reaffirm strict stance against cryptocurrency activities, emphasizing their illegal status and potential financial risks. On November 28, 2025, the People’s Bank of China convened a coordination meeting involving multiple government agencies, including the Ministry of Public Security, Cyberspace Administration, and financial regulatory bodies. The meeting addressed the recent resurgence of virtual currency

Safello Expands Cryptocurrency Offering With XRP, BNB, MANA, and Five More Digital Assets

Nordic cryptocurrency exchange adds eight cryptocurrencies to the platform, including XRP, ETC (Ethereum Classic), BNB, TRX (Tron), XLM (Stellar), POL (Polygon), GALA, and MANA (Decentraland). Stockholm-based Safello has expanded its cryptocurrency trading platform by introducing eight new digital assets: XRP, Ethereum Classic, BNB, Tron, Stellar, Polygon, Gala, and Decentraland. The addition brings Safello’s total cryptocurrency

Coinbase Funds Crypto Basic Income Pilot in New York

Coinbase is funding a pilot that will deliver $12,000 worth of USDC to 160 low‑income New Yorkers. Managed by Givedirectly, the program will help recipients while studying how the cryptocurrency is spent and exchanged. Coinbase Funds ‘Future First’ Universal Income Pilot In New York The Facts Coinbase will provide funding for a universal basic income

Sony’s Soneium Transforms J-Pop Fandom With Blockchain and AI at Largest Idol Festival

Sony launches innovative blockchain platform enabling fans to convert social media engagement into verifiable onchain influence for Japanese idol groups. Sony’s Soneium blockchain platform is revolutionizing fan interaction at the IDOL RUNWAY COLLECTION (IRC) 2026 festival by introducing an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered app that transforms social media activity into measurable fan contributions. The IRC APP,

New Broker Targets Crypto Investors Seeking Property Ownership in Australia

A dedicated mortgage broking service for cryptocurrency investors has been launched in Australia, aiming to help holders of digital assets translate their crypto wealth into property ownership. Bridging Mortgages and Crypto Strategies A new player has entered the mortgage market with the launch of Mortgage On Chain, Australia’s first broking service dedicated to cryptocurrency investors.

Nobody Wants Non-USD Stablecoins… Yet

Artemis, a blockchain analytics platform, stressed that while several issuers tried to make inroads in the non-USD stablecoin market, they have failed to dent the dollar hegemony in the asset class. Nonetheless, euro stablecoins have shown consistent growth. Artemis: Non-USD Stablecoins Are Virtually Non-Existent, Euro Stablecoins Show Consistent Growth The Facts Data from Artemis, a

DMND Pool Now Open To All Miners, With SOC 2 Compliance and Stratum V2 Support

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DMND Pool Now Open To All Miners, With SOC 2 Compliance and Stratum V2 Support
DMND Pool’s soft private launch has ended with its doors opening to the public. A new SOC 2 compliant mining pool with Stratum V2 support is now open.
This post DMND Pool Now Open To All Miners, With SOC 2 Compliance and Stratum V2 Support first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Shinobi.

El Salvador Partners with Simple Proof to Timestamp Government Documents on Bitcoin Blockchain

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El Salvador Partners with Simple Proof to Timestamp Government Documents on Bitcoin Blockchain
El Salvador’s Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Environment now register official records on the Bitcoin blockchain using Simple Proof and OpenTimestamps, making verified documents publicly accessible.
This post El Salvador Partners with Simple Proof to Timestamp Government Documents on Bitcoin Blockchain first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

Ignition Casino Australia Enhances User Value With the Ignition Miles Loyalty Programme

This content is provided by a sponsor. The online gambling industry is experiencing a period of rapid advancement, with loyalty innovation emerging as a primary driver of platform differentiation. As operators refine engagement strategies, rigid point systems are being replaced with adaptive reward models designed to deliver greater value, flexibility, and long term user satisfaction.

Blockchain Meets Gold: Ghana Cracks Down on Smuggling

Ghana is set to overhaul its gold sector with a blockchain-powered track and trace system by the end of 2026, ensuring full traceability and certified origin of all gold exports. Aggressive Reforms and Extended Timeline Ghana is preparing for an overhaul of its gold sector with the introduction of a blockchain-powered track and trace system

Dutch Bitcoin Asset Manager Blockrise Obtains MiCAR License for European Expansion

Blockrise secures a Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation license, positioning itself as a regulated bitcoin-only platform across the European Union. Rotterdam-based Blockrise, a Dutch bitcoin startup, has been granted a license by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) under the new European Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR). The license enables Blockrise to provide Bitcoin

Crypto.com Executive Confident Courts Will Uphold CFTC Jurisdiction Over Prediction Markets

Crypto.com’s Global Head of Predictions, Travis McGhee, argues that prediction markets outperform traditional polling, citing the 2024 U.S. presidential election as proof. While they face ongoing legal battles, McGhee remains confident that courts will ultimately favor the industry. Why Prediction Markets Have the Edge According to Travis McGhee, Global Head of Predictions at Crypto.com, prediction

Swiss Financial Institutions Demonstrate Cross-Border Payments Using Google Cloud Ledger

AMINA Bank and Crypto Finance successfully pilot distributed ledger technology for near-instant, compliant financial transactions on Google Cloud Universal Ledger platform. Swiss financial institutions AMINA Bank and Crypto Finance have completed a pilot program demonstrating distributed ledger technology’s (DLT) potential to modernize cross-border payments. Conducted on the Google Cloud Universal Ledger (GCUL) platform, the pilot

Bitcoin Price Skyrockets Past $90,000 as BlackRock and JPMorgan Deepen Bitcoin Bets

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Bitcoin Price Skyrockets Past $90,000 as BlackRock and JPMorgan Deepen Bitcoin Bets
Bitcoin price ripped above $90,000 today on news of a new wave of Wall Street–engineered crypto products. 
This post Bitcoin Price Skyrockets Past $90,000 as BlackRock and JPMorgan Deepen Bitcoin Bets first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Moonpay Obtains New York Trust Charter to Expand Regulated Digital Asset Services

Moonpay secures a New York Limited Purpose Trust Company charter, enhancing its ability to provide institutional digital asset custody and trading services. Moonpay has received authorization from the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) to operate as a Limited Purpose Trust Company, joining a select group of digital asset companies with comprehensive regulatory

Paxos Acquires Fordefi to Enhance Institutional Crypto Custody Infrastructure

Paxos strengthens its blockchain infrastructure by acquiring Fordefi, a multi-party computation (MPC) wallet technology provider trusted by nearly 300 global institutions. Paxos has announced the acquisition of Fordefi, a New York and Tel Aviv-based institutional-grade custody and wallet technology company. The strategic move combines Paxos’ regulated blockchain infrastructure expertise with Fordefi’s advanced multi-party computation wallet

MSCI Proposal Singles Out Bitcoin Treasury Companies and Undercuts Benchmark Neutrality

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MSCI Proposal Singles Out Bitcoin Treasury Companies and Undercuts Benchmark Neutrality
MSCI’s move to exclude Bitcoin treasury companies is shortsighted, unnecessary, and undermines the neutrality investors expect in global benchmarks.
This post MSCI Proposal Singles Out Bitcoin Treasury Companies and Undercuts Benchmark Neutrality first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Nick Ward.

Bitget Launches “Affiliates Boost Month” With Fast-Track Approvals and up to 5,000 USDT in Rewards

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Victoria, Seychelles, 25 November 2025—Bitget, the world’s leading Universal Exchange (UEX), is kicking off Affiliates Boost Month, a creator-first earnings season designed to help KOLs, community builders, and Web3 storytellers turn their influence into real, measurable income. Instead of Black Friday discounts, Bitget is introducing something

Dave Portnoy’s $1 Million XRP Bet Pays off as Crypto Economy Rallies: “Buy the Dip” Strategy Vindicated

Barstool founder Dave Portnoy boasted about his “buying the dip” strategy days after investing $2 million into XRP, ethereum and bitcoin during a market plunge. Doubling Down After the Plunge Barstool founder Dave Portnoy once again boasted about his “buying the dip” strategy just days after purchasing XRP tokens worth $1 million. Portnoy, who had

ECB Warns Stablecoins’ Growth Spurs Potential Spillover Risks in Euro Area

The ECB says rapid stablecoin growth raises financial-stability concerns for the euro area despite currently limited local exposure. The European Central Bank (ECB) on Monday published a report authored by Senne Aerts, Claudia Lambert and Elisa Reinhold noting that global stablecoin market capitalization now exceeds $280 billion and is dominated by US dollar-denominated tokens (

TD Cowen Sees Strategy ($MSTR) Under Pressure as MSCI Index Review Looms

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TD Cowen Sees Strategy ($MSTR) Under Pressure as MSCI Index Review Looms
TD Cowen analysts warn that Strategy’s stock may stay under pressure as they expect MSCI to formally decide by mid-January to remove PBTCs like Strategy from all its indexes in February.
This post TD Cowen Sees Strategy ($MSTR) Under Pressure as MSCI Index Review Looms first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Crime: Home Invasion, Sexual Assault, and $1.6 Million Theft Results in 7-Year Sentence

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Bitcoin Crime: Home Invasion, Sexual Assault, and $1.6 Million Theft Results in 7-Year Sentence
A Hong Kong man was sentenced to seven years in Canada for participating in a violent, sexually abusive home invasion that stole $1.6 million in Bitcoin from a British Columbia family.
This post Bitcoin Crime: Home Invasion, Sexual Assault, and $1.6 Million Theft Results in 7-Year Sentence first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Strike CEO Jack Mallers Debanked by JPMorgan as Bank Faces Epstein Tensions

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Strike CEO Jack Mallers Debanked by JPMorgan as Bank Faces Epstein Tensions
JPMorgan Chase abruptly closed Strike CEO Jack Mallers’ accounts, citing “concerning activity,” reigniting crypto debanking fears amid the bank’s ongoing Epstein controversies.
This post Strike CEO Jack Mallers Debanked by JPMorgan as Bank Faces Epstein Tensions first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Price Rebounds to $86,000 as Deutsche Bank Flags Five Forces Behind the Sell-Off

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Bitcoin Price Rebounds to $86,000 as Deutsche Bank Flags Five Forces Behind the Sell-Off
Bitcoin price rebounded to $86,000 after lows of $80,915 last week. Deutsche Bank, Anthony Popliano and Fed Governor Christopher Waller all added some nuance to the recent volatility. 
This post Bitcoin Price Rebounds to $86,000 as Deutsche Bank Flags Five Forces Behind the Sell-Off first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitget Kicks Off New Star-Studded Video Series Featuring LALIGA Star Julián Alvarez

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Victoria, Seychelles, November 24, 2025 — Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has kicked off a new three-part campaign starring LALIGA standout and Atlético de Madrid player Julián Alvarez, bringing together world-class football talent and next-generation trading technology in a series of dynamic product films.

Bitkub Weighs Hong Kong IPO to Raise About $200 Million

Thai crypto exchange Bitkub is reported to consider an IPO in Hong Kong that could raise roughly $200 million. Bloomberg reports on November 24, 2025 that Bangkok‑based Bitkub, founded in 2018, is considering an initial public offering in Hong Kong as early as next year to raise about $200 million, after previously weighing a Thailand

How the Yen’s Downfall Might Spark a Bitcoin Renaissance

While markets initially reacted with uncertainty to Japan’s massive stimulus, the long-term effects of a weak yen and measures to defend it could propel bitcoin to new records, even amid the current uncertain macroeconomic backdrop. Japanese Yen Weakness Might Unleash Record-Breaking Bitcoin Bull Run The Facts The current weakness of the Japanese yen, which hit

China Steadies US Treasury Exposure as Debt Balloons Over $38 Trillion

While China’s holdings of U.S. Treasuries ticked up slightly in August and September, the broader outlook for 2025 remains unchanged. China continues a steady retreat from U.S. debt instruments amid concerns about its growth. China’s U.S. Treasury Figures Hold Steady, Overall ‘Derisking’ Policy Continues The Facts The figures of U.S. Treasuries held by China have

Bitcoin Hashprice Falls to Record Low as Network Hashrate Shows Early Signs of Pullback

Bitcoin’s hashprice has fallen to a new all-time low below $35 per petahash per second (PH/s), hit by the combination of bitcoin’s price drop and persistently high network difficulty. This article is from Theminermag, a trade publication for the cryptocurrency mining industry, focusing on the latest news and research on institutional bitcoin mining companies. BTC

‘Cash to Crypto’ Swaps Fund Global Crime, Says UK National Crime Agency

UK authorities have stepped up efforts to dismantle crypto-linked money laundering networks, warning that cash couriers are a vital link between illicit cash and digital assets. Cash Couriers Bridge Physical and Digital Crime United Kingdom (UK) authorities have intensified efforts to disrupt crypto-linked money laundering networks, warning that cash couriers remain a critical link in

Argentine Congress Publishes Report: Libra Scheme Not Isolated, Milei Should Be Probed For Misconduct

The congressional commission that investigated Libra issued its final report, which suggests President Milei should be investigated due to his promotion of the project. The investigation found that Milei had included his image to promote other currencies, like KIP, and reported facing difficulties. Final Libra Report: Congress Concludes President Milei Should Be Investigated The Facts

Report: US Probes Bitmain Over Bitcoin Miners, Espionage Risks

Bitmain Technologies is reportedly under a federal investigation, dubbed Operation Red Sunset, to determine whether its devices pose a threat to U.S. national security. Federal Probe and Scope of Investigation Bitmain Technologies Ltd., the Chinese manufacturer that supplies most of the world’s Bitcoin-mining machines, has been the subject of a months-long federal investigation into whether