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Michael Saylor Confirmed As A Speaker For Bitcoin 2026

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Michael Saylor Confirmed As A Speaker For Bitcoin 2026
Bitcoin Magazine readers can save 10% on tickets to Bitcoin 2026, featuring Michael Saylor and hundreds of global leaders across Bitcoin, finance, mining, energy, and policy. April 27–29 at The Venetian, Las Vegas.
This post Michael Saylor Confirmed As A Speaker For Bitcoin 2026 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Jenna Montgomery.

Coinbase Launches 24/5 Stock and ETF Trading for All U.S. Users, Expanding Beyond Crypto

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Coinbase Launches 24/5 Stock and ETF Trading for All U.S. Users, Expanding Beyond Crypto
Coinbase has launched 24/5 commission-free stock and ETF trading for all U.S. users, expanding beyond crypto in a bid to become an “everything exchange” and diversify revenue.
This post Coinbase Launches 24/5 Stock and ETF Trading for All U.S. Users, Expanding Beyond Crypto first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Clings to $62.5K as Bearish Pressure Tightens Its Grip

Bitcoin is trading at $62,693 on Feb. 24, 2026, at 9 a.m. EST, clinging to a critical support band as bearish structure dominates across multiple time frames. Momentum metrics and moving averages suggest the path of least resistance remains lower, unless bulls can reclaim key resistance with conviction. Bitcoin Chart Outlook Bitcoin‘s broader daily chart

Bitcoin Weekly Close Weakens: $65,650 Support Fails, $60,000 Next Major Test

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Bitcoin Weekly Close Weakens: $65,650 Support Fails, $60,000 Next Major Test
Technical indicators turn bearish on daily charts as Bitcoin loses key support; analysts warn of potential slide to $53,000 or lower if $57,800 weekly close fails.
This post Bitcoin Weekly Close Weakens: $65,650 Support Fails, $60,000 Next Major Test first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Ethan Greene – Feral Analysis.

Strategy (MSTR) Makes 100th Bitcoin Purchase, Adds 592 BTC as Bitcoin Price Falls

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Strategy (MSTR) Makes 100th Bitcoin Purchase, Adds 592 BTC as Bitcoin Price Falls
Strategy completed its 100th Bitcoin purchase since 2020, acquiring 592 BTC for $39.8M at an average of $67,286 per coin.
This post Strategy (MSTR) Makes 100th Bitcoin Purchase, Adds 592 BTC as Bitcoin Price Falls first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Missouri Advances Second Attempt to Establish State Bitcoin Reserve

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Missouri Advances Second Attempt to Establish State Bitcoin Reserve
House Bill 2080, introduced by Missouri Rep. Ben Keathley, would create a state ‘Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Fund’ that would allow the treasurer to acquire and manage bitcoin under set guidelines.
This post Missouri Advances Second Attempt to Establish State Bitcoin Reserve first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Elliptic Report Highlights Key Crypto Exchanges Facilitating Russian Sanctions Evasion

A new Elliptic investigation identifies five major cryptocurrency platforms enabling Russian entities to bypass international sanctions through sophisticated wallet obfuscation and shared infrastructure. Blockchain analytics firm Elliptic released a report detailing how exchanges including Bitpapa, ABCeX, Exmo, Rapira, and Aifory Pro serve as critical pipelines for Russian capital flight. These services allow for the conversion

Bitdeer (BTDR) Dumps Bitcoin Treasury After Eight-Week Drawdown, Holds Zero BTC

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Bitdeer (BTDR) Dumps Bitcoin Treasury After Eight-Week Drawdown, Holds Zero BTC
Bitdeer has fully liquidated its corporate bitcoin treasury — selling all newly mined and reserve BTC over eight weeks, including 943.1 BTC in a single week.
This post Bitdeer (BTDR) Dumps Bitcoin Treasury After Eight-Week Drawdown, Holds Zero BTC first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Overhead Resistance Stacks up — Bitcoin’s Next Expansion Move Could Be Violent

As of Sunday morning, at 8 a.m. EST, bitcoin is trading between $67,926 and $68,022, compressing just below a critical resistance band while momentum metrics quietly shift under the surface. The broader structure remains corrective, but short-term price action suggests volatility is not done making headlines. Bitcoin Chart Outlook At the macro level, bitcoin‘s daily

Voltage Debuts Programmatic Revolving Credit Line for Lightning Network Payments

Voltage has launched Voltage Credit, a revolving line of credit that allows businesses to settle payments instantly via the Lightning Network while repaying in U.S. Dollars. Bitcoin infrastructure provider Voltage introduced Voltage Credit. The platform enables enterprises to tap into a revolving credit line to send payments that clear in seconds via the Lightning Network

Latam Insights: El Salvador Defends Its Bitcoin Strategy, Prospera Faces an Uncertain Future

Welcome to Latam Insights, a compilation of the most relevant crypto news from Latin America over the past week. In this edition, El Salvador defends its continuous bitcoin purchases, Prospera faces an uncertain future in Honduras, and Argentina facilitates “mattress money” investments in crypto assets. ‘Not A Stock:’ El Salvador Defends Bitcoin Purchases Amid Market

Potential ‘Satoshi Freeze,’ Upcoming Regulatory Clarity, and More – Week In Review

Bitcoin is consolidating near $66K–$67K as extreme fear grips the market, even with hashrate at record highs and supply nearing 20 million coins. Debate over quantum safeguards and Satoshi’s coins adds philosophical tension, while Bitwise points to a $200T tokenization wave ahead. Coinbase pushes for U.S. regulatory clarity, and talk of Russia’s “return to the

Nakamoto Inc. ($NAKA) Completes Acquisition of BTC Inc. and UTXO Management

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Nakamoto Inc. ($NAKA) Completes Acquisition of BTC Inc. and UTXO Management
Nakamoto Inc. (NASDAQ: NAKA) announced today that it has completed its acquisitions of BTC Inc. and UTXO Management GP, LLC (“UTXO”), finalizing merger agreements previously announced earlier this month.
This post Nakamoto Inc. ($NAKA) Completes Acquisition of BTC Inc. and UTXO Management first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Nik and Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin’s 50% Slide: Quantum Scare or Capital Rotation?

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Bitcoin’s 50% Slide: Quantum Scare or Capital Rotation?
Bitcoin’s massive slide from its October high near $126,000 to about $67,000 has sparked debate over whether fears of quantum computing pose a real threat to the network’s cryptography or whether the downturn is better explained by shifting capital flows.
This post Bitcoin’s 50% Slide: Quantum Scare or Capital Rotation? first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Federal Reserve Paper Reinforces Kalshi’s Value as Accurate Macroeconomic Prediction Tool

The paper, which examined several prediction markets on the platform, concluded that Kalshi, as a regulated platform, provided a valid and accurate benchmark for macroeconomic figures, surpassing surveys and forecasts by providing data not available from other sources. Kalshi Receives Praise as an Alternative to Predict Macroeconomic Variables The prediction market phenomenon is changing how

Fed’s Kashkari: Crypto “Utterly Useless,” Stablecoins No Match for Venmo

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Fed’s Kashkari: Crypto “Utterly Useless,” Stablecoins No Match for Venmo
Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis President Neel Kashkari delivered another pointed criticism of crypto today.
This post Fed’s Kashkari: Crypto “Utterly Useless,” Stablecoins No Match for Venmo first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

The UAE Has Quietly Built Up a $453 Million Bitcoin Reserve: Arkham 

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The UAE Has Quietly Built Up a $453 Million Bitcoin Reserve: Arkham 
Arkham says UAE royal-linked bitcoin miners are holding 6,782 BTC worth $453.6 million, sitting on an estimated $344 million unrealized profit while largely keeping their stash untouched.
This post The UAE Has Quietly Built Up a $453 Million Bitcoin Reserve: Arkham  first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Ledn Issues First Ever Bitcoin-Backed Bonds Worth $188 Million

Crypto lender Ledn has issued $188 million in asset-backed bonds secured by bitcoin-collateralized loans, marking a first for the structured credit market. The deal includes an investment-grade tranche and relies heavily on automated bitcoin liquidations to manage risk. First Bitcoin-Backed Loan Hits Market Crypto lender Ledn has entered the structured finance arena with a $188

Voltage Introduces Revolving Credit Line for Bitcoin Settlement, With USD Repayment

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Voltage Introduces Revolving Credit Line for Bitcoin Settlement, With USD Repayment
Voltage, a Bitcoin infrastructure provider, launched Voltage Credit, a revolving line of credit that lets businesses send payments over Bitcoin rails with instant settlement in U.S. dollars.
This post Voltage Introduces Revolving Credit Line for Bitcoin Settlement, With USD Repayment first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin in Technical Limbo: Healing Phase or Prelude to Another Leg Lower?

Bitcoin is treading water near $66,604, caught between recovery attempts and structural hesitation. The market is stabilizing, not surging, and the charts across every major timeframe are signaling patience over bravado. Bitcoin Chart Outlook On the daily chart, bitcoin remains confined beneath the prior peak near $97,900 and continues to trade within a descending formation.

Donald Trump Jr. Defends Crypto Pivot as Shield Against Banking ‘Ponzi Scheme’

On Feb. 18, Donald Trump Jr. defended his family’s pivot to cryptocurrency, describing it as a survival tactic against a “Ponzi scheme” banking system that had deplatformed them. Mounting Political Scrutiny Donald Trump Jr. issued a defiant defense of his family’s digital asset ventures on Wednesday, Feb. 18, characterizing their pivot to cryptocurrency as a

Gamma Prime Brought the Tokenized Capital Summit to Hong Kong on February 9, Showcasing its Tokenized Global Marketplace for Private Investments

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. On February 9 in Hong Kong, Gamma Prime held the Tokenized Capital Summit 2026, bringing together over 2,000 attendees from across the global investment landscape. The audience included family offices, institutional investors, and representatives of leading investment firms, reflecting the growing convergence between traditional capital and

Tether Gold Anchors First Blockchain-Based Gold Dividend by Public Firm

Elemental Royalty Corporation has become the first publicly traded gold company worldwide to offer shareholders dividends payable in tokenized gold, signaling a decisive shift in how corporations distribute value tied to physical commodities. Public Gold Company Breaks Ground With Tokenized Dividend Using XAUT The Vancouver-based gold royalty firm announced that investors can now opt to

Bitcoin Price Holds Near $67,000 as Market Forces Push in Opposing Directions

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Bitcoin Price Holds Near $67,000 as Market Forces Push in Opposing Directions
The bitcoin price is hovering around $67,000 in a tight, bearish-leaning range as macro uncertainty limits momentum.
This post Bitcoin Price Holds Near $67,000 as Market Forces Push in Opposing Directions first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Stalling Under $70K: Bitcoin Range War Intensifies as Key Technical Signals Clash

Bitcoin is consolidating within a tightening range as momentum signals remain conflicted across time frames. As of Feb. 18, 2026, BTC’s price structure at $67,336 per unit reflects stabilization rather than confirmed directional expansion, with technical indicators reinforcing a cautious, range-bound environment. Bitcoin Chart Outlook On the daily chart, bitcoin’s price remains well below the

Milo Tops $100 Million in Crypto Mortgages, Record $12 Million Home Loan

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Milo Tops $100 Million in Crypto Mortgages, Record $12 Million Home Loan
Milo said it has surpassed $100 million in crypto mortgage originations, including a record $12 million loan, as more high-net-worth and institutional clients use Bitcoin as collateral for home financing.
This post Milo Tops $100 Million in Crypto Mortgages, Record $12 Million Home Loan first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Addresses “Paper Bitcoin” Claims, Claims Bitcoin ETFs Are Fully Backed

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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Addresses “Paper Bitcoin” Claims, Claims Bitcoin ETFs Are Fully Backed
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong dismissed “paper Bitcoin” claims, insisting spot Bitcoin ETFs are fully backed, while defending Coinbase’s dominant custody role and calling U.S. regulatory clarity the next key step for the industry.
This post Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Addresses “Paper Bitcoin” Claims, Claims Bitcoin ETFs Are Fully Backed first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Abu Dhabi’s Al Warda Raises Bitcoin ETF Stake to 8.2 Million IBIT Shares in Q4 Filing

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Abu Dhabi’s Al Warda Raises Bitcoin ETF Stake to 8.2 Million IBIT Shares in Q4 Filing
Abu Dhabi’s Al Warda Investments increased its bitcoin exposure via BlackRock’s IBIT to 8.2 million shares by the end of 2025.
This post Abu Dhabi’s Al Warda Raises Bitcoin ETF Stake to 8.2 Million IBIT Shares in Q4 Filing first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Cryptowisser Launches Interactive Map Revealing Crypto’s Legal Status in Every Country

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Free tool exposes dramatic divide: From zero-tax havens to outright bans. Stockholm- Sweden — Finding accurate information on cryptocurrency regulations has become a nightmare for investors, businesses, and journalists alike. Government websites often contradict each other. Legal frameworks change overnight. Tax policies vary widely from one

US Court Awards Kevin O’Leary $2.8M in Defamation Case Against ‘Bitboy Crypto’

A U.S. court awarded Shark Tank star Kevin O’Leary $2.8 million in damages after ruling against crypto influencer Ben “Bitboy Crypto” Armstrong in a defamation case. Failed Attempt to Overturn Judgment A U.S. court has ordered entrepreneur and television personality Kevin O’Leary to be paid $2,828,000 in damages after ruling against crypto influencer Ben “Bitboy

Nakamoto Inc. ($NAKA) to Acquire BTC Inc and UTXO Management

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Nakamoto Inc. ($NAKA) to Acquire BTC Inc and UTXO Management
Nakamoto Inc. announced today that it has entered into merger agreements to acquire BTC Inc. and UTXO Management GP, LLC.
This post Nakamoto Inc. ($NAKA) to Acquire BTC Inc and UTXO Management first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Nik and Micah Zimmerman.

Saylor Announces Fresh 2,486 BTC Buy, Strategy Nears 720,000 BTC

On Tuesday, Strategy founder Michael Saylor revealed the purchase of 2,486 BTC, padding the bitcoin treasury company’s vault with yet another stack. As of today, the publicly traded firm now holds a commanding 717,131 BTC. The publicly traded firm Strategy (Nasdaq: MSTR) has added to its bitcoin cache, according to statements from the company and

Payjoin Foundation Gains 501(c)(3) Status, Enabling Tax-Deductible Donations for Bitcoin Privacy Development

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Payjoin Foundation Gains 501(c)(3) Status, Enabling Tax-Deductible Donations for Bitcoin Privacy Development
Payjoin Foundation, the nonprofit behind the Payjoin Dev Kit, has secured 501(c)(3) status from the IRS, making U.S. donations tax-deductible and accelerating development of privacy-enhancing Bitcoin protocols.
This post Payjoin Foundation Gains 501(c)(3) Status, Enabling Tax-Deductible Donations for Bitcoin Privacy Development first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

Harvard Cuts Bitcoin ETF Position, Backs Ether ETF With $86 Million

Harvard Management Company reduced its bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) holdings in Q4 while initiating an $86.8 million position in Blackrock’s Ishares Ether Trust, maintaining significant exposure to both leading cryptocurrencies. Ivy League Endowment Rebalances Into Ether ETF Harvard Management Company adjusted its crypto-linked portfolio in the fourth quarter, trimming its bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) exposure

Prediction Markets Remain Skeptical on Disclosure After Obama Confirm Aliens ‘Are Real’

Even after former U.S. President Barack Obama recently confirmed that aliens were real, prediction markets remain skeptical about an official disclosure from the U.S. government, at least during 2026. Polymarket bets give only a 10% of this happening. No Hope For Official Disclosure Even After Obama Claims Aliens Are Real While there have been developments

Lightning Labs Open‑Sources L402 Agent Tools to Power AI Payments

Lightning Labs releases open‑source L402 tools enabling artificial intelligence (AI) agents to transact natively on the Lightning Network. Lightning Labs launched an open‑source agent tools repository and lnget CLI that let AI agents run Lightning nodes, pay L402‑gated APIs, host paid endpoints, and manage wallets via remote signers, with skills for macaroons and the Model

Latam Insights: Brazil’s 1 Million Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Bill Introduced, Stablecoin Taxation Also in the Works

Welcome to Latam Insights, a compilation of the most relevant crypto news from Latin America over the past week. In this edition, a strategic bitcoin reserve bill was introduced in the Brazilian Congress, Brazil prepares to tax stablecoins, and Argentina’s statistics chief resigns. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Bill Allowing Brazil to Acquire up to 1 Million

AI Is Pouring Millions to Support Candidates Before the Midterms, but Not Everyone Shares the Same View

The AI industry is following in the footsteps of crypto, putting money behind candidates considered capable of advancing its regulatory objectives. While industry giants are expected to spend millions before the upcoming midterms, not everyone is on the same side. AI Companies Set To Spend Over $145 Million To Support Candidates In The Upcoming Elections

Sui Developers Gain New Seedless Wallet Tool via Human.tech Integration

Human.tech has integrated Wallet-as-a-Protocol (WaaP) onto the Sui blockchain, introducing a fully decentralized wallet execution layer that enables seedless, self-custodial wallets with familiar logins. Seamless Onboarding and Decentralized Infrastructure Privacy-first infrastructure provider Human.tech has announced the integration of Wallet-as-a-Protocol (WaaP) on the Sui blockchain. The rollout introduces a fully decentralized wallet execution layer on Sui,

How Silent.Link Solves SIM-Swap Risks and Roaming Hassles for Traveling Bitcoiners

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How Silent.Link Solves SIM-Swap Risks and Roaming Hassles for Traveling Bitcoiners
Silent.Link eliminates SIM-swap attacks via eSIM backup codes and automates seamless roaming across 160+ countries, bypassing censorship like China’s Great Firewall.
This post How Silent.Link Solves SIM-Swap Risks and Roaming Hassles for Traveling Bitcoiners first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

Coinbase (COIN) Surges 18%, Strategy (MSTR) Jumps 10% as Crypto Stocks Jump 

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Coinbase (COIN) Surges 18%, Strategy (MSTR) Jumps 10% as Crypto Stocks Jump 
Crypto-linked stocks jumped as Coinbase (COIN) surged 18% and Strategy (MSTR) rose 10%, fueled by a rebound in Bitcoin and renewed investor interest in digital-asset exposure.
This post Coinbase (COIN) Surges 18%, Strategy (MSTR) Jumps 10% as Crypto Stocks Jump  first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.