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Steak ’n Shake Teases “Bitcoin Milkshake” for Bitcoin Conference 2026
Steak ’n Shake teased a Bitcoin-themed “Milkshake” for the Bitcoin Conference 2026, reinforcing its broader Bitcoin-focused strategy spanning payments, treasury, and payroll.
This post Steak ’n Shake Teases “Bitcoin Milkshake” for Bitcoin Conference 2026 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Native XRP wallet access is becoming more important as self-custody platforms compete on direct blockchain utility. Exodus expanded XRP Ledger support and deepened cooperation with Ripple, adding broader in-wallet functionality for XRP and RLUSD. Key Takeaways: Exodus is rolling out tools to manage and send XRP directly in-wallet. XRP demand drives deeper integration as usage
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Charles Schwab to Launch Spot Bitcoin Trading for Retail Clients
Charles Schwab has unveiled additional details about its plan to launch spot bitcoin trading through its new platform, Schwab Crypto™.
This post Charles Schwab to Launch Spot Bitcoin Trading for Retail Clients first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
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Bitcoin Developers Propose Bitcoin Quantum Migration Plan That Would Freeze Legacy Coins
BIP-361 proposes migrating Bitcoin away from legacy cryptographic signatures to quantum-resistant alternatives through a phased deadline that could eventually make unmigrated coins permanently unspendable.
This post Bitcoin Developers Propose Bitcoin Quantum Migration Plan That Would Freeze Legacy Coins first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Bitmine reported a $3.82 billion quarterly loss driven by unrealized crypto losses, even as staking revenue surged. The company continues to expand its Ethereum holdings, now controlling over 4% of supply. Key Takeaways Bitmine posted a $3.82 billion loss in Q1 2026, driven by $3.78 billion unrealized crypto declines. Bitmine holds 4.87 million ETH (4%),
Solv Protocol has integrated with Utexo to launch a bitcoin-native yield infrastructure that uses the RGB protocol and Lightning Network to enable direct, atomic swaps between bitcoin and USDT. Key Takeaways: Solv Protocol and Utexo integrated to launch native BTC yield with atomic swaps for $2 billion in reserves. The move cuts custodial risk, aligning
World Liberty Financial has proposed restructuring more than 62 billion locked WLFI tokens, introducing multi-year vesting and a potential 4.5 billion token burn as it responds to recent governance concerns over borrowing via the Dolomite lending protocol. Key Takeaways: World Liberty Financial proposed 62.28B WLFI vesting on April 15, 2026. WLFI plan includes 10% burn
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Virginia Enacts Law Requiring State to Hold ‘Unclaimed’ Crypto in Original Form for One Year
Virginia enacted a new framework for unclaimed digital assets, requiring the state to hold dormant crypto in its original form for a set period before any sale.
This post Virginia Enacts Law Requiring State to Hold ‘Unclaimed’ Crypto in Original Form for One Year first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
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Pakistan Ends Bitcoin and Crypto Banking Ban, Opens Financial System to Licensed Firms
Pakistan has lifted its 2018 crypto banking ban, allowing licensed firms access to banking services under strict regulation while still prohibiting banks from directly holding or trading digital assets.
This post Pakistan Ends Bitcoin and Crypto Banking Ban, Opens Financial System to Licensed Firms first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
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Satochip Announces Bridge Financing as It Prepares U.S. Push for Open-Source Hardware Wallets
Satochip’s bridge round will fund local U.S. operations, sales channels, and B2B partnerships as the hardware company attends the Bitcoin Conference in Las Vegas at the end of April.
This post Satochip Announces Bridge Financing as It Prepares U.S. Push for Open-Source Hardware Wallets first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.
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Trump Fed Pick Kevin Warsh Reveals Stake in Bitcoin Lightning Startup Flashnet
Kevin Warsh, President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Federal Reserve, has reported an equity stake in Bitcoin payments startup Flashnet.
This post Trump Fed Pick Kevin Warsh Reveals Stake in Bitcoin Lightning Startup Flashnet first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Federal Reserve chair nominee Kevin Warsh disclosed more than $192 million in combined assets through a U.S. Office of Government Ethics filing, revealing a sprawling portfolio that includes crypto investments in Solana, Dydx, Optimism, Polychain Capital, and Dapper Labs, with Warsh pledging to divest certain holdings if confirmed. Key Takeaways: Kevin Warsh’s OGE filing discloses
Asset manager and financial giant Goldman Sachs filed a registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Tuesday, for a new actively managed fund called the Goldman Sachs Bitcoin Premium Income ETF. Key Takeaways: Goldman Sachs filed for a Bitcoin Premium Income ETF on April 14, 2026, targeting current income via a covered
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$3.5 Trillion Goldman Sachs Files for Bitcoin Premium Income ETF
Goldman Sachs has filed for a Bitcoin Premium Income ETF, reflecting a broader Wall Street shift toward structured Bitcoin income products.
This post $3.5 Trillion Goldman Sachs Files for Bitcoin Premium Income ETF first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Bitcoin reached $76,000 on Tuesday, as optimism over a potential U.S.-Iran diplomatic opening lifted risk appetite across global markets. After reaching $76,120 on Bitstamp, the leading crypto asset has pulled back to just above $75,000. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin hit $76,000 on April 14 after Donald Trump signaled Iran talks; risk-on flows lifted crypto. Brent fell
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Crypto Exchange Kraken Faces Extortion Attempt After Insider Access Incidents Involving Support Staff
Crypto exchange Kraken disclosed two insider-related support access incidents involving limited client data and said it is facing an extortion attempt after attackers claimed to possess internal system videos.
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Capital B Buys More Bitcoin, Expands Treasury to 2,925 BTC After Debt Conversions and Equity Raise
Capital B expanded its bitcoin treasury to 2,925 BTC after converting debt, raising equity, and continuing its accumulation strategy.
This post Capital B Buys More Bitcoin, Expands Treasury to 2,925 BTC After Debt Conversions and Equity Raise first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
This sponsored press release was provided by TRON DAO and was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. London, United Kingdom, April 13, 2026 — Uquid, the leading global digital commerce infrastructure powered by stablecoin rails, today announced the launch of Uquid Tickets
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Bank Lobby Fires Back at White House, Saying Stablecoin Study Ignores Community Bank Threat
The American Bankers Association is pushing back on a White House stablecoin study, arguing it underestimates the risk that yield-paying stablecoins could drain deposits from community banks.
This post Bank Lobby Fires Back at White House, Saying Stablecoin Study Ignores Community Bank Threat first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Yield-bearing stablecoins are intensifying pressure on traditional banking by raising concerns over deposit outflows and lending capacity, as policymakers and industry groups clash over how to balance financial stability with innovation in a rapidly evolving digital asset market. Key Takeaways: American Bankers Association warns stablecoin growth to $2 trillion could drive deposit outflows. White House
South Korea’s Financial Intelligence Unit fined crypto exchange Coinone 5.2 billion won and ordered a three-month partial business suspension after inspectors found systemic failures in customer identity checks and dealings with unregistered overseas platforms. Key Takeaways: South Korea’s FIU fined Coinone 5.2 billion won and imposed a 3-month partial business suspension starting April 29, 2026.
Justin Sun, founder of the Tron project, criticized the actions of the people behind World Liberty Financial, a cryptocurrency project linked to President Donald Trump. Sun revealed that the “illegitimate” decisions taken by token holders treated the “ crypto community as a personal ATM.” Key Takeaways: In Sept, World Liberty Financial froze 595M WLFI tokens,
Oil-linked perpetual futures on Hyperliquid climbed on Sunday after U.S. Vice President JD Vance left Islamabad without a nuclear agreement with Iran, reigniting fears of renewed conflict in the Middle East. Key Takeaways: VP JD Vance concluded 21-plus hours of U.S.-Iran talks in Islamabad on April 12, 2026, without a deal. Oil-linked perps on Hyperliquid
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Relics of a Revolution, Part II: False Profits and Freedom
Street art, protest, and Bitcoin collide as Mear One traces the fight against broken money systems from graffiti walls to the Genesis Block.
This post Relics of a Revolution, Part II: False Profits and Freedom first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Dennis Koch.
Strategy’s latest signal is fueling expectations of renewed bitcoin accumulation as volatility and geopolitical tension heighten focus on institutional demand driven by Michael Saylor’s influence. Traders are closely watching for confirmation of another major purchase cycle. Key Takeaways: Strategy signals expansion as Michael Saylor hints at new buying tied to 766,970 BTC holdings. Bitcoin dropped
Bitwise Asset Management filed another amendment to its pending U.S. spot exchange-traded fund (ETF) for Hyperliquid’s HYPE token this week, reconfirming its BHYP ticker and 0.67% management fee as Bloomberg senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas signaled a launch could be imminent. Key Takeaways: Bitwise filed a second amendment for its BHYP ETF on April 10,
The U.S. government moved roughly 2.44 bitcoin, valued at more than $177,000, from seized proceeds linked to a federal steroid trafficking and money laundering case to a Coinbase Prime institutional custody address on Friday. Key Takeaways: The U.S. government sent approximately 2.44 BTC, valued at more than $177,000, linked to Glenn Olivio, to Coinbase Prime
The stablecoin sector added to its upward trajectory this week, with inflows reaching $1.367 billion since April 4. At present, the fiat-pegged token economy sits at an all-time high of $318.605 billion. Key Takeaways: The stablecoin market hit an all-time high of $318.6B, needing just $1.4B to reach $320B. USDC gained $1.27B in seven days
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The Core Issue: The Role and History of Bitcoin Core Maintainers
Bitcoin Core’s maintainer system began with Satoshi Nakamoto merging every commit himself. Today, trusted key holders like Ava Chow, Gloria Zhao and the newly added TheCharlatan control merges to the master branch—ensuring the $2T+ network’s stability through merit-based consensus.
This post The Core Issue: The Role and History of Bitcoin Core Maintainers first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.
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Bitcoin Policy Institute Warns Quantum Advances Are Compressing Timeline for Network Upgrades
A new brief from the Bitcoin Policy Institute says advances in quantum computing may bring forward risks to Bitcoin’s cryptography, though developers are already working on fixes.
This post Bitcoin Policy Institute Warns Quantum Advances Are Compressing Timeline for Network Upgrades first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
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BlackRock Posts Massive Bitcoin ETF Inflows as Morgan Stanley Debuts MSBT With Strong Early Demand
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs saw a $358.1 million inflow surge led by BlackRock’s IBIT, while Morgan Stanley’s new MSBT debuted with strong early demand
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Hong Kong has awarded its first stablecoin licences to HSBC and a Standard Chartered-led consortium. The move marks a major step in the city’s plan to become a global digital asset hub. Key Takeaways HKMA granted 2 licences to HSBC and a Standard Chartered-led group, advancing Hong Kong crypto plans. New rules require $3 million
The Japanese government has approved an amendment to the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, officially reclassifying cryptocurrencies as financial instruments. Key Takeaways: Japan reclassified crypto as financial instruments under the FSA to curb insider trading by 2027. Proposed tax cuts from 55% to 20% aim to align digital assets with traditional Japanese stocks. Unregistered sellers
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Japan Moves to Classify Bitcoin and Crypto as Financial Instruments Under New Bill
Japan plans to reclassify cryptocurrencies as financial products under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, shifting them from a payment-based framework to one aligned with traditional securities regulation.
This post Japan Moves to Classify Bitcoin and Crypto as Financial Instruments Under New Bill first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
The U.S. CPI rose 3.3% in March, with the energy index, specifically gasoline prices, leading the charge and rising 21.2%. While the rise was less than expected, it underscores the challenges of reining in energy prices in the current geopolitical situation. Key Takeaways: Driven by 21.2% higher gas prices, March’s 0.9% CPI rise marks a
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Bitcoin Could Be Quantum-Safe Without Protocol Changes, New Proposal Claims
Bitcoin transactions could be resistant to quantum attacks without changing the network’s core rules, a new proposal contends.
This post Bitcoin Could Be Quantum-Safe Without Protocol Changes, New Proposal Claims first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
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Strategy’s (MSTR) Bitcoin Ambition Is Reshaping Corporate Finance. Everyone Else Is Falling Behind
Michael Saylor’s Strategy is driving nearly all corporate Bitcoin accumulation, turning its STRC-fueled treasury model into the dominant force reshaping how companies approach Bitcoin in 2026.
This post Strategy’s (MSTR) Bitcoin Ambition Is Reshaping Corporate Finance. Everyone Else Is Falling Behind first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Prediction market traders are placing tens of millions of dollars on bitcoin price outcomes in 2026, and the data shows a market divided between near-term caution and long-range optimism. Key Takeaways: Polymarket’s April 2026 bitcoin price market has logged $11.8 million in volume, with $75,000 carrying only 54% odds. Kalshi traders put just a 2%
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SEC Chair Paul Atkins, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, David Sacks Push Congress to Pass Crypto Market Structure Bill ‘Now’
Three finance and policy leaders urged Congress to pass the Clarity Act, a long-delayed bill that would establish U.S. rules for cryptocurrency and blockchain markets.
This post SEC Chair Paul Atkins, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, David Sacks Push Congress to Pass Crypto Market Structure Bill ‘Now’ first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
U.S. Treasury expands cybersecurity coordination with digital asset firms, signaling tighter integration with traditional finance and raising baseline protections as systemic risk exposure grows across crypto markets. Key Takeaways: Treasury introduces an initiative giving U.S. digital asset firms access to shared cyber threat intelligence. Crypto firms gain parity with traditional institutions, strengthening system-wide risk response.
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Bitcoin Depot Reports $3.7 Million Stolen in Wallet Security Breach
Bitcoin Depot disclosed that hackers stole about $3.7 million in bitcoin from company-controlled wallets.
This post Bitcoin Depot Reports $3.7 Million Stolen in Wallet Security Breach first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent intensifies calls for crypto legislation as SEC Chair Paul Atkins and lawmakers align, urging Congress to advance a stalled framework amid rising market scale, regulatory gaps, and global competition. Key Takeaways: U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent urges Congress to pass the Clarity Act, citing a multi-trillion-dollar digital asset market. SEC and
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Morgan Stanley’s Bitcoin ETF Debuts With $34 Million in Volume
Morgan Stanley’s new spot Bitcoin ETF (MSBT) debuted with strong early volume and inflows while intensifying fee competition in the market.
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Bernstein Pushes Back on Bitcoin Quantum Threat Fears, Says It’s Not a Crisis: Report
Bernstein says quantum computing is a real threat to Bitcoin but not an emergency, arguing the industry likely has three to five years to upgrade to post-quantum security.
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Standard Chartered is moving to absorb the core crypto custody operations of its majority-owned subsidiary Zodia Custody into the bank’s Corporate and Investment Banking division, according to sources familiar with the matter. Key Takeaways: Standard Chartered plans to fold Zodia Custody’s core operations into its CIB division as early as April 2026, Bloomberg reported. Zodia
Securitize has tokenized the ordinary shares of Nasdaq-listed Currenc Group Inc. (CURR), marking what the company says is the first natively tokenized public stock available simultaneously on both Ethereum and Solana. Key Takeaways: Securitize tokenized Currenc Group (Nasdaq: CURR) shares on Ethereum and Solana on April 8, 2026. The tokenized stock market has crossed $1
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NYT Names Adam Back as Bitcoin’s Creator, but Back Says No
The New York Times argued Adam Back is the most credible Satoshi Nakamoto candidate based on stylometric analysis and early cypherpunk overlap, but Back and several experts firmly rejected the claim due to lack of hard evidence.
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White House Says Banning Stablecoin Yield Would Hurt Consumers More Than It Helps Banks
A White House economic analysis finds that banning stablecoin yield would provide negligible benefits to bank lending while costing consumers more in lost returns.
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Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is reportedly collecting fees of up to $2 million per vessel in Chinese yuan and stablecoins for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, the world’s most critical oil chokepoint. Key Takeaways: Iran’s IRGC began charging ships up to $2 million per tanker to transit the Strait of Hormuz as
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Even a 1% Bitcoin Allocation Can Drastically Reshape Portfolio Risk, Schwab Finds
A new Charles Schwab research note reframes the question of crypto allocation as less about forecasting returns and more about an investor’s tolerance for volatility.
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Bitdeer Technologies Group launched its Sealminer A4 series of bitcoin mining rigs on Tuesday, with the flagship model reaching 9.45 joules per terahash, placing it among the most power-efficient machines announced by any major manufacturer. Key Takeaways: Bitdeer launched the Sealminer A4 Ultra Hydro on April 7, 2026, hitting 9.45 J/TH efficiency, among the best
Fox Corporation announced a sponsored integration with Kalshi on Tuesday, adding real-time prediction market data to four of its major platforms. Key Takeaways: Fox Corporation is integrating Kalshi prediction market data across FOX News, FOX Business, FOX Weather, and FOX One starting April 7, 2026. Kalshi, which draws millions of monthly visitors with roughly 70%
ComTech Gold is a digital asset platform enabling the tokenization of physical gold for the digital economy. Built on the XDC Network, ComTech Gold issues CGO — a 100% physical gold-backed token. Lim Say Cheong is an award-winning finance and digital assets leader and Chief Adviser for Digital Assets at ComTech Gold, with deep experience
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Investors Are Selling Crypto and Buying Gold Due to Volatility Concerns: MarketWise Survey
A growing share of U.S. bitcoin investors are shifting part of their portfolios into gold as sentiment turns after years of crypto volatility.
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Bitcoin Price Slides Below $68,000 as Trump, Iran Tensions Rattle Markets
Bitcoin price fell below $68,000 as geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and Iran, driven by President Donald Trump’s warnings, rattle global markets.
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Strive (ASST) Adds 113 Bitcoin at an Average Price of $68,584 per BTC
Strive expanded its Bitcoin treasury with a new acquisition of 113 bitcoin.
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A federal appeals court ruled Monday that New Jersey cannot use state gambling law to shut down Kalshi’s sports prediction market, handing the federally regulated platform a significant legal win. Key Takeaways: A Third Circuit appeals court ruled 2-1 on April 6, 2026, that federal law blocks New Jersey from enforcing state gambling rules against
Wars and shifting trade alliances are driving deeper uncertainty across global markets and supply chains, with JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warning the ripple effects could shape the future economic order for years to come. Key Takeaways: Jamie Dimon said wars could drive prolonged global economic uncertainty. JPMorgan warns high debt and asset prices may amplify
South Korea’s Toss, operated by Viva Republica, is developing a proprietary layer one (L1) blockchain mainnet and native cryptocurrency to integrate across its payment, banking, and securities ecosystem, according to an April 6, 2026, report from the regional blockchain outlet Blockmedia. Key Takeaways: Toss, operated by Viva Republica, is building an L1 blockchain mainnet and
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Bitcoin Price Briefly Tops $70,000 as Donald Trump’s Iran Signals Rattle Markets
Bitcoin price pushed back toward the top of its recent range after a burst of geopolitical headlines tied to Donald Trump and tensions around the Strait of Hormuz. The Bitcoin price touched $70,271 before easing to about $69,300, extending a move that triggered large liquidations across derivatives markets. Data from Bitcoin Magazine Pro and CoinGlass
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