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A16z Crypto Expands Into Asia With Seoul Office Launch

Andreessen Horowitz launches strategic expansion into Asian crypto market, appointing SungMo Park as Head of APAC go-to-market in South Korea. Andreessen Horowitz (A16z) crypto announced its expansion into Asia, opening its first office in Seoul, South Korea. The move comes in response to the region’s significant crypto market presence, with South Korea being the second-largest

American Bitcoin Adds 416 BTC, Holdings Near 4,800; ProCap Hits 5,000 Bitcoin Club

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American Bitcoin Adds 416 BTC, Holdings Near 4,800; ProCap Hits 5,000 Bitcoin Club
American Bitcoin Corp. added 416 bitcoin to its reserve, bringing total holdings to 4,783 BTC, while ProCap Financial increased its stack to 5,000 BTC.
This post American Bitcoin Adds 416 BTC, Holdings Near 4,800; ProCap Hits 5,000 Bitcoin Club first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Pardoning the Samourai Developers Would Restore Legal Clarity and Protect Non-Custodial Code

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Pardoning the Samourai Developers Would Restore Legal Clarity and Protect Non-Custodial Code
A case for pardoning the Samourai developers: correcting a misapplied law and protecting the future of non-custodial, open-source software.
This post Pardoning the Samourai Developers Would Restore Legal Clarity and Protect Non-Custodial Code first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Zack Shapiro.

Strive Lines Up $500 Million Stock Offering to Buy More Bitcoin

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Strive Lines Up $500 Million Stock Offering to Buy More Bitcoin
Vivek Ramaswamy’s Strive is looking to raise $500 million via sales of its Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock to buy more bitcoin.
This post Strive Lines Up $500 Million Stock Offering to Buy More Bitcoin first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Allora Integrates the TRON Network, Bringing Decentralized AI-Powered Forecasts to Developers

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. New York, December 10, 2025 — Allora, the intelligence network that combines many AI models into a smarter, adaptive system, today announced that Allora Predictive Intelligence is now live on the TRON network. With this integration, TRON developers can now access decentralized, AI-powered forecasts natively on-chain,

ECB Plans Digital Euro Launch by 2029 to Enhance European Strategic Autonomy

European Central Bank outlines comprehensive strategy for digital euro implementation, targeting first issuance by 2029 with pilot exercises beginning in 2027. The European Central Bank (ECB) announced its comprehensive digital euro strategy on December 9, 2025, detailing plans to develop a digital currency that complements physical cash while addressing Europe’s strategic technological independence. The proposed

Bitcoin Is a Relief, Not a Theory: Pakistan’s Case for Crypto Adoption

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Bitcoin Is a Relief, Not a Theory: Pakistan’s Case for Crypto Adoption
Pakistan’s Bilal Bin Saqib argued that in Pakistan bitcoin is not a speculative theory but a practical financial lifeline — offering inflation protection, permissionless access for the unbanked and a means for global payments.
This post Bitcoin Is a Relief, Not a Theory: Pakistan’s Case for Crypto Adoption first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

No, Stablecoins Don’t Aid Criminals in Laundering Money Directly – but Banks Want You to Think So

A recent New York Times piece misleadingly suggests that stablecoins facilitate money laundering by criminal actors. However, the article reveals that crypto-to-cash conversion services and inadequate compliance measures by financial companies are the primary mechanisms enabling such activities. Stablecoins are Not Aiding Money Launderers, Weak Compliance Is The Facts A recent article published by The

Hacken Releases MEXC’s Audit, Confirms Full Asset Backing and Strengthened Transparency Standards

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. VICTORIA, Seychelles, December 9, 2025 — MEXC, the fastest-growing global cryptocurrency exchange, redefining a user-first approach to digital assets through true zero-fee trading, has published its latest independent Proof of Reserves (PoR) report conducted by blockchain security and audit firm Hacken. MEXC continues to safeguard core

Circle Secures UAE Financial License and Appoints Visa Veteran as Regional Managing Director

Stablecoin issuer expands Middle East presence with Abu Dhabi Global Market regulatory approval and strategic leadership appointment. Circle Internet Group announced on December 9, 2025, that it has obtained a Financial Services Permission (FSP) license from the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) Financial Services Regulatory Authority. The company simultaneously appointed Dr. Saeeda Jaffar as Managing

CFTC Launches Pilot Program Allowing Bitcoin To Be Used as Collateral In Derivatives Markets

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CFTC Launches Pilot Program Allowing Bitcoin To Be Used as Collateral In Derivatives Markets
The CFTC launched a U.S. pilot program allowing Bitcoin to be used as collateral in regulated derivatives markets.
This post CFTC Launches Pilot Program Allowing Bitcoin To Be Used as Collateral In Derivatives Markets first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Price Briefly Surges Past $92,000 As ‘Bitcoin Breaks 4-Year Cycle’  

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Bitcoin Price Briefly Surges Past $92,000 As ‘Bitcoin Breaks 4-Year Cycle’  
The Bitcoin price jumped past $92,000 this morning as Bernstein and JPMorgan signal a longer-term bullish outlook
This post Bitcoin Price Briefly Surges Past $92,000 As ‘Bitcoin Breaks 4-Year Cycle’   first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Strategy ($MSTR) Buys Nearly $1 Billion Worth of Bitcoin

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Strategy ($MSTR) Buys Nearly $1 Billion Worth of Bitcoin
Strategy purchased 10,624 bitcoin for about $963 million last week, lifting its total holdings to 660,624 BTC as shares edged higher alongside a modest rebound in bitcoin prices.
This post Strategy ($MSTR) Buys Nearly $1 Billion Worth of Bitcoin first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bybit and Circle Partner to Expand Global USDC Adoption

Cryptocurrency exchange and stablecoin issuer collaborate to enhance USDC liquidity and regulatory-compliant digital asset services. UAE-licensed platform Bybit announced a strategic partnership with Circle on December 8, 2025, aimed at expanding USDC accessibility across global markets. The collaboration will enhance USDC liquidity in spot and derivatives markets, with plans to integrate the stablecoin across Bybit’s

Wisdomtree Launches Tokenized Equity Options Strategy Fund for Crypto-Native Investors

Financial innovator introduces digital fund offering institutional-grade options overlay strategy through blockchain-enabled investment platform. Wisdomtree announced the launch of its Equity Premium Income Digital Fund (EPXC), expanding its suite of tokenized assets for both retail and institutional investors. The fund aims to track the Volos U.S. Large Cap Target 2.5% PutWrite Index, offering a strategy

Real-World Asset Market Cools off With a 1.09% Pullback This Month

Tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) slipped slightly this month, with total distributed value falling 1.09% as $268 million quietly exited the sector since the first of November. Worldwide RWA Value Eases Lower Tokenized RWAs—onchain versions of traditional financial (TradFi) instruments like treasuries, commodities, private credit, public equity, and corporate debt—continued expanding in breadth even as total

Aster Unveils Ambitious Roadmap for Early 2026

Aster has revealed its first-half 2026 roadmap, outlining major upgrades across infrastructure, token utility, and ecosystem development. The plan follows a milestone-packed 2025 and prepares the platform for its transition into a full-fledged DeFi network. 2026 Product Roadmap Charts Bold Course for Aster Aster has published its H1 2026 roadmap, outlining the next stage of

Ramp Network Secures MiCAR License From Central Bank of Ireland

Ramp Swaps (Ireland) Limited, operator of Ramp Network, has secured Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation authorization from the Central Bank of Ireland. A Single License for 27 Countries Ramp Swaps (Ireland) Limited, the company behind the financial technology (fintech) platform Ramp Network, has secured authorization as a crypto-asset service provider (CASP) from the Central Bank of

Bitget Releases Major Upgrades to GetAgent With Smarter Responses and Free Access for All Users

This content is provided by a sponsor. Victoria, Seychelles, December 5, 2025 — Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), today announced a major upgrade to GetAgent, its AI-powered trading assistant. The update introduces a more flexible answering engine, a streamlined user interface, and a significant expansion of membership quotas, making advanced AI trading tools

Vivek Ramaswamy’s Strive Urges MSCI to Rethink Bitcoin Index Exclusion

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Vivek Ramaswamy’s Strive Urges MSCI to Rethink Bitcoin Index Exclusion
Strive Asset Management warned MSCI that its plan to exclude bitcoin-heavy companies from major benchmarks could create inconsistent results due to differing accounting standards.
This post Vivek Ramaswamy’s Strive Urges MSCI to Rethink Bitcoin Index Exclusion first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Indiana Lawmakers Push Bill to Make State a Bitcoin Leader

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Indiana Lawmakers Push Bill to Make State a Bitcoin Leader
Indiana is advancing a bill to let state pension plans offer bitcoin and crypto ETF investments while blocking local restrictions on digital asset activity.
This post Indiana Lawmakers Push Bill to Make State a Bitcoin Leader first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Why The Bitcoin Bear Market Is Almost Finished

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Why The Bitcoin Bear Market Is Almost Finished
Bitcoin bear market ending sooner than USD charts suggest – Gold ratio already hit 350DMA breakdown and key Fib support; accumulation zone here.
This post Why The Bitcoin Bear Market Is Almost Finished first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Matt Crosby.

Wyoming Blockchain-Powered Bank Launches Instant 24/7 B2B Payment Platform

N3XT introduces 24/7 programmable dollar payments with full regulatory compliance and one-to-one reserve backing. N3XT officially launched on December 4, 2025, introducing a blockchain-powered bank designed to revolutionize business-to-business payments. Based in Cheyenne, Wyoming, the bank enables instant, programmable U.S. dollar transactions 365 days a year through a private, permissioned blockchain. “Money should move as

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
This post Neopool Reports Record $15+ Million in Bitcoin Payouts to Miners in November 2025 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Bitcoin Magazine.

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.