Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) kept the inflow trend alive with $321 million in net entries, driven primarily by Blackrock and Fidelity. Meanwhile, ether ETFs ended their three-day outflow streak with a modest $18 million inflow led solely by Blackrock. Bitcoin ETFs Continue to Bring in Strong Inflows With Ether ETFs Ending Losing Streak Momentum in
Coinbase has launched 24/7 trading for bitcoin and ethereum futures, becoming the first CFTC-regulated exchange in the U.S. to offer continuous access to leveraged crypto futures. This initiative enables traders to manage risk and seize opportunities in real-time, reflecting the always-on nature of the crypto markets. U.S. Traders Gain Uninterrupted Access to Crypto Futures with
In its Q1 2025 report, blockchain intelligence company Messari highlights significant developments in Rootstock, a bitcoin sidechain, including a record-high merged mining participation rate of 81%, up from 56.4% in the previous quarter. This came following the integration of Foundry, the largest bitcoin mining pool. Transaction costs on the network dropped by 60% due to
Pi Network’s token experienced a significant surge, briefly entering the top 20 digital assets after rising over 72% in less than 48 hours. This rally occurred just before a major ecosystem announcement scheduled for May 14. Upcoming Pi Network Ecosystem Announcement Fuels Rally On May 12, Pi Network, a social cryptocurrency and developer platform, briefly
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Changpeng Zhao (CZ), founder and former CEO of Binance, shared a security warning after receiving a message regarding a hack of Ledger’s Discord admin account, where a scammer falsely claimed a security flaw and urged users to enter their recovery phrases on a phishing site. Zhao highlighted two critical lessons: the necessity of never sharing
Metaplanet Inc. (Tokyo Stock Exchange: 3350 / OTCQX: MTPLF), a publicly listed bitcoin treasury company in Japan, has announced the acquisition of an additional 1,241 bitcoin as part of its ongoing Bitcoin Treasury Operations, bringing its total holdings to 6,796 bitcoin. The latest purchase was made at an average price of 14,848,061 yen per bitcoin,
The global cryptocurrency market saw a notable uptick Sunday, climbing to a total market capitalization of $3.34 trillion, a 1.42% increase in 24 hours. Top 10 Cryptos Post Weekly Gains Bitcoin (BTC) continues to lead the market, trading at $104,780 after gaining a percentage point in the past 24 hours and 9.77% over the week.
Bitcoin is currently trading at $104,514, supported by a market capitalization of $2.07 trillion and a 24-hour trading volume of $26.48 billion. Its intraday price has fluctuated within a tight band between $103,133 and $104,841, signaling a period of short-term consolidation following a recent bullish rally. Bitcoin The hourly chart reveals that bitcoin has entered
ASEAN, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, along with China, Japan, and South Korea, criticized the escalation of protectionism in a joint statement. The group called for enhanced regional unity to address the uncertainty arising from the implementation of these policies. ASEAN, China, Japan, and South Korea to Strengthen Ties to Fight Protectionism, Enhance Multilateralism
Information about an alleged new regulation requiring Spanish citizens to report cash withdrawals over €3,000 recently went viral on social media. Spanish crypto and tax experts debunked this claim, stating that it is completely incorrect and a result of a misunderstanding of anti-money laundering regulations. Experts Debunk Viral Post: Spanish Citizens Don’t Have to Report
Mariana Krym, an expert in disruptive technologies, envisions a future where artificial intelligence goes beyond simple task execution, evolving into an “emotional mirror” that helps users navigate their emotions and self-awareness. She believes that AI should recognize subtle emotional cues and help users gain insights into their feelings. Artificial Intelligence As an ‘Emotional Mirror’ Mariana
Florida teenagers are facing charges of kidnapping and stealing $4 million in cryptocurrency and non-fungible tokens. Teenagers to Be Tried As Adults Three Florida teenagers are reportedly facing charges of kidnapping and stealing $4 million in cryptocurrency and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) from a Las Vegas-based man. The suspects have been identified as Belal Ashraf and
Binance’s alleged ties to a Trump-backed crypto venture are igniting Washington, as Senate Democrats demand urgent answers on regulatory rollbacks and covert Treasury dealings. Treasury Pressured to Expose Binance Ties to Trump’s Crypto Venture The U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs announced on May 9 that five Democratic Senators had sent a
XRP roared into 2025 as the breakout crypto winner, outpacing rivals with ETF inflows, regulatory breakthroughs, and Ripple’s $1.25B acquisition turbocharging institutional dominance. XRP Leads With ETF Surge, Clearer Rules, and Major Ripple Acquisition Ripple Labs published its XRP Markets Report for Q1 2025 earlier this week, highlighting XRP’s superior market performance, increasing institutional adoption,
Bitcoin soared past $104,900 on Saturday evening, gaining 2% in the wake of President Donald Trump’s announcement on Truth Social about a breakthrough in trade talks with China. Trump’s Truth Social Post Triggers Bitcoin Rally, Altcoin Boom The bitcoin (BTC) rally extended to major altcoins, with ethereum and dogecoin both posting double-digit percentage gains. Trump
Bitcoin’s parabolic rise past $100K has Standard Chartered backpedaling fast, admitting its $120K forecast underestimated the explosive power of institutional momentum. Standard Chartered Apologizes for $120K Bitcoin Target Being Too Low Standard Chartered’s head of digital assets, Geoffrey Kendrick, issued a notable revision to his bitcoin outlook on Thursday, acknowledging that the cryptocurrency’s recent surge
The exchange also announced the largest acquisition in crypto history, but even that failed to buoy Coinbase’s stock price. Coinbase Stock Tumbles Following Earnings Disappointment Coinbase (Nasdaq: COIN) saw its shares drop Thursday afternoon when it announced lower-than-expected revenue for the first quarter of the year. Even the firm’s historic acquisition of the world’s largest
Bitcoin traded within a narrow band on May 10, 2025, reflecting a momentary equilibrium between bullish momentum and short-term hesitation. With a market cap of $2.057 trillion and $26.69 billion in trading volume, bitcoin fluctuated between $102,526 and $103,938 before settling at $103,559, underscoring a technically significant range-bound day amid broader upward trends. Bitcoin From
Aussie fintech firm Finder has partnered with Swyftx to facilitate the migration of its users to the latter’s crypto exchange platform. Users Must Consent to the Migration of Wallet Balances Australian fintech company Finder has announced a partnership with Swyftx to facilitate the migration of its users to the latter crypto exchange’s platform. As per
Emarat, a leading fuel provider in the UAE, has partnered with Crypto.com to launch cryptocurrency payment services at 10 of its fuel stations. Emarat, Crypto.com Kick off Naming Rights Program for Fuel Stations In an announcement that further solidifies the United Arab Emirates (UAE)’s burgeoning reputation as a hub for financial innovation, the country’s prominent
The city of Belo Horizonte has turned into a bitcoin capital after lawmakers passed a new bill that seeks to transform it into an innovation hub for crypto and bitcoin companies. The bill, which was passed on Wednesday amid a heated argument between lawmakers, establishes incentives for businesses to accept bitcoin as payment, offering to
Steak ‘n Shake is unleashing bitcoin payments across all locations, unlocking crypto access for over 100 million customers and revolutionizing fast-food transactions forever. Steak ‘n Shake’s Massive Bitcoin Integration Starts Next Week Steak ‘n Shake announced on May 8 on social media platform X that it will begin accepting bitcoin as a form of payment
Crypto adoption is about to hit escape velocity as Meta, Stripe, and Ramp embrace stablecoins, setting the stage for a $10 trillion surge in digital asset integration, experts say. Stablecoins Hit Mainstream—Crypto Adoption Reaching Escape Velocity The accelerating shift toward stablecoin adoption reached a new milestone this week as Meta, Stripe, and Ramp each revealed
Russia and China have nearly eliminated the U.S. dollar from their bilateral trade, conducting transactions in rubles and yuan as de-dollarization reshapes global economic power structures. Almost All Russian-Chinese Foreign Trade Operations Now in Rubles and Yuan Following a high-level meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping on May 8 in Moscow, Russian President Vladimir Putin
Ripple’s CEO pushes for urgent U.S. action as stablecoins skyrocket globally, warning that without clear rules, America risks falling behind in the digital currency race. Ripple CEO Urges Congress to Act Fast as Stablecoins Erupt Worldwide Ripple chief executive Brad Garlinghouse raised alarms on social media platform X Thursday, following the U.S. Senate’s failure to
Explosive institutional demand and surging ETF inflows have shattered legacy market models, triggering a dramatic reversal from a top analyst and setting the stage for bitcoin’s next breakout. Massive Institutional Demand Forces Top Analyst to Flip on Bitcoin Bull Cycle Bitcoin’s resilience in recent weeks has prompted a sharp change in outlook from one of
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Prosecution In Samourai Wallet Case Affirms It Did Not Violate The Brady Rule
The prosecutors in the Samourai Wallet case have stated that they did not violate any legal norms in only recently sharing key details of a discussion that they had with members of FinCEN in August 2023 and push to move forward with the case.
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Matador Technologies Raising C$1 Million to Invest in Bitcoin
Matador Technologies Inc. launches a C$3 million private placement offering to enhance its position in Bitcoin, gold acquisitions, and business expansion. The funds will support strategic growth in both digital and traditional markets.
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Hut 8 Posts $134M Q1 Loss Amid Strategic Shift Toward Energy Infrastructure and Bitcoin Mining
Hut 8 Corp. (Nasdaq | TSX: HUT) reported a Q1 2025 net loss of $134.3 million, marking a turbulent start to the year as the company executes a bold strategy to become a fully integrated energy infrastructure platform. Quarterly revenue came in at $21.8 million, down from $51.7 million year-over-year, while Adjusted EBITDA was reported
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Coinbase Launches 24/7 Bitcoin Futures Trading in the U.S.
Coinbase becomes the first CFTC-regulated exchange to offer 24/7 Bitcoin futures trading, giving U.S. traders round-the-clock access to manage risk and seize crypto market opportunities.
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Bitcoin Price Hits $104,000 As Demand Increases
The price of Bitcoin has surged past $104,000 this morning, and it’s no accident. A mix of surging institutional inflows, record-breaking ETF momentum, and growing corporate adoption are fueling this rally. Here’s what’s helping contribute to the rising price of Bitcoin. Big institutions like banks, asset managers, and even some companies are putting money into
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U.S. Vice President JD Vance To Speak At Bitcoin 2025 Conference
On May 28, Vice President Vance will become the first sitting vice president in the history of the United States to publicly voice his support for Bitcoin as he addresses the audience at Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas — the world’s largest Bitcoin gathering.
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New BIS Report Says Bitcoin Use Surges During Economic Stress
As local currencies crash and money becomes harder to move, more people are turning to Bitcoin—not just to invest, but to survive.
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Steak ‘n Shake Will Accept Bitcoin Payments in All U.S. Locations Starting Next Week
Steak ‘n Shake will begin accepting Bitcoin as payment at all its U.S. locations starting May 16, the company announced Thursday, marking one of the largest fast food Bitcoin integrations to date. The news follows a wave of cryptic posts earlier this year, including one that asked, “Should Steak ‘n Shake accept Bitcoin?” and a
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Metaplanet Issues $21 Million In Bonds To Buy More Bitcoin
Japanese public company Metaplanet announced it will issue $21.25 million in zero-coupon bonds to fund additional Bitcoin purchases.
This post Metaplanet Issues $21 Million In Bonds To Buy More Bitcoin first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Vivek Sen.
With bitcoin reaching fresh peaks, analysts are consulting a variety of charting tools to anticipate the trajectory of the leading digital currency. Among these are the well‑known Rainbow chart and the stock‑to‑flow (S2F) model. The following analysis examines BTC’s present price through the lens of these two frameworks. Bitcoin Models Point to Explosive Growth —
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The Enhanced Bitcoin Everything Indicator Unlocks Massive Profits
The Bitcoin Everything Indicator combines on-chain data, macroeconomic factors, miner sentiment, and technical metrics to predict Bitcoin’s price action. Historically successful in identifying cycle peaks and bottoms, this tool now includes a moving average for more frequent and actionable trading signals. Learn how to use this updated indicator for improved market timing and increased profits.
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TAC is a purpose-built blockchain for EVM dApps to access TON and Telegram Ecosystem’s 1B+ user base. TAC makes it seamless for Ethereum dApps to be deployed on TON. EVM functionality and liquidity brought to the TON ecosystem enable builders to focus on consumer use cases. Marco Monaco, Co-Founder and Growth Lead at TAC, recently
At 7:50 a.m. Eastern time on Friday, bitcoin’s price held steady at $103,191, pushing its market capitalization to $2.04 trillion with a 24-hour trading volume of $55.17 billion. The intraday price range spanned from $99,239.45 to a local high of $104,332, showcasing a bullish tone tempered by emerging signs of consolidation. Bitcoin The daily chart
B3 will launch these new futures on June 16, opening new investment avenues for institutional buyers seeking crypto asset diversification. The bourse also announces changes to bitcoin futures to increase the accessibility of these products, given bitcoin’s recent price hike. Brazilian B3 Announces Solana, Ether Futures Launch; Reduces Bitcoin Futures’ Contract Price The Brazilian Stock
Meta is contacting infrastructure providers to explore the implementation of stablecoins with a payout use case in mind. The development would mark a new start for the company’s crypto plans after dropping the Libra project. Meta Reportedly Mulling Stablecoins for Small Payouts to Creators Meta, the social behemoth, is reportedly getting into the world of
According to a recent Gallup poll, real estate is still the preferred long-term investment option for U.S. citizens, while gold has surpassed stocks, which traditionally reached second place. 37% estimate that real estate is the best option, while 24% believe in gold instead. Crypto registers a marginal preference, with only 4%. Gallup Poll: Real Estate,
State Governor Katie Hobbs had previously vetoed a slightly different bill that would have allowed state entities to invest up to 10% of their funds in crypto. Arizona Joins New Hampshire with State Bitcoin Reserve Initiative Just a day after New Hampshire passed a law allowing the state to purchase bitcoin ( BTC) or any
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9 of the Best Bitcoin Consultants To Help You Secure Your Bitcoin in 2025
Self-sovereignty stands as bitcoin’s foundational principle—you alone control your money. But this power comes with responsibility. Whether you’re just starting your bitcoin journey or safeguarding significant holdings, professional consultants can guide you through complex security setups without taking custody of your keys.
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Stripe has introduced stablecoin accounts, enabling businesses in 101 countries to hold and transact using stablecoins like USDC and USDB. This move aims to provide entrepreneurs, especially in regions with volatile currencies, a tool to hedge against inflation and access the global economy more easily. Global Businesses Gain Access to Stablecoin Financial Accounts via Stripe
An urgent plea from a top former regulator presses Congress to act now, warning that inaction on crypto oversight endangers millions amid rampant fraud and market disorder. Former CFTC Chair Urges Congress to Act Now as Crypto Regulation Void Endangers Millions Rostin Behnam, former chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and now
Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise Asset Management, believes crypto exchange Coinbase (Nasdaq: COIN) will be a $1 trillion company in the future, following its acquisition of Deribit. In a statement on X, Hougan signaled strong confidence in Coinbase’s strategic direction, stating: “This is an insanely great acquisition. Coinbase is going to be a
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MARA Reports $214M in Q1 Revenue, Grows Bitcoin Holdings to 47,531 BTC
MARA Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MARA) has reported first quarter 2025 earnings, announcing $213.9 million in revenue—a 30% increase from Q1 2024—as the company continues its transformation into a digital energy and infrastructure powerhouse. “Revenues increased 30% to $213.9 million in Q1 2025 from $165.2 million in Q1 2024,” the company shared in its shareholder letter.
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CleanSpark Reports $181.7M in Q2 Revenue, Stays on Course to Hit 50 EH/s Bitcoin Mining Target
Strong revenue growth contrasts with net loss as CleanSpark stays committed to scaling bitcoin mining operations and targets 50 EH/s hashrate by June.
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OCC Gives Banks the Green Light to Offer Bitcoin and Crypto Custody and Trading Services
The OCC’s latest guidance clarifies that national banks and federal savings associations can offer cryptocurrency custody and trading services, including outsourcing to third-party providers, as long as they adhere to risk management practices and regulatory compliance.
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Three New U.S. State-Level Bitcoin Bills Signed Into Law
From New Hampshire to Arizona to Oregon, more proposed Bitcoin legislation has become law in recent days.
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What is a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve?
A Strategic Bitcoin Reserve is a designated accumulation of Bitcoin (BTC) held by a government, institution, or corporation to secure financial stability, hedge against inflation, and reinforce economic sovereignty.
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Arizona Becomes Second State to Establish Strategic Bitcoin Reserve
Arizona joins New Hampshire in leading the digital finance frontier, turning unclaimed state assets into Bitcoin through a bold, budget-neutral strategy aimed at combating inflation and modernizing public funds.
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Sculpting Scarcity: Artist Maxfield Mellenbruch Brings Rare Steak Worth Millions To Bitcoin 2025
Rare is a jeweled sculpture of platinum and over 12,000 stones—provocative, absurd, and rooted in the primal instincts that Bitcoin taps into.
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Coinbase To Acquire Bitcoin And Crypto Options Platform Deribit For $2.9B
Bitcoin and crypto exchange Coinbase has agreed to acquire derivatives trading platform Deribit for $2.9 billion, marking the largest acquisition in the industry’s history.
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Alpen Labs has introduced the bitcoin dollar (BTD), a bitcoin-collateralized stablecoin built on zero-knowledge rollup technology, aiming to provide a censorship-resistant alternative to centralized stablecoins. ZK Rollups Power Alpen’s New Bitcoin-Backed Stablecoin The bitcoin dollar (BTD) will operate as an over-collateralized stablecoin pegged to the U.S. dollar, using bitcoin ( BTC) as its sole backing
Coinbase Global has agreed to acquire Deribit, the world’s largest bitcoin and ether options platform, for approximately $2.9 billion in cash and stock. $2.9 Billion Deal: Coinbase Buys Top Bitcoin Options Platform The deal, if finalized, will mark one of the largest acquisitions in cryptocurrency history, significantly expanding Coinbase’s derivatives offerings. Deribit dominates bitcoin options
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An Excerpt From I Am Not Your Bruh: Parenting Is Progress, Not Perfection
Parenting isn’t about achieving perfection—it’s about growing alongside your kids. Celebrate progress this Mother’s Day with this inspiring excerpt from George Mekhail’s I Am Not Your Bruh.
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