Economist Steve Hanke Says US Is Losing Iran War and Is Financially Insolvent

Johns Hopkins economist Steve Hanke says the United States is losing the Iran war, is functionally insolvent, and has handed Tehran the leverage to dictate terms, all while Washington spins the numbers. Steve Hanke: Bond Vigilantes Are Turning on Trump as War Costs Mount, and Deficits Expand Steve Hanke, professor of applied economics at Johns

Bitcoin’s Price Coils Near Support With Indicators Flashing Mixed Signals

Bitcoin traded at $66,759 on March 29, 2026, around 9 a.m. Eastern time. The leading crypto asset persisted within a 24-hour range of $66,266 to $67,185, as BTC’s price hovered near short-term support, while broader technical signals remained mixed and trend strength was subdued. Market capitalization stood at $1.33 trillion, with 24-hour volume at $23.11

Strong and Free Elections Act Proposal Tightens Rules on Crypto Donations in Canada

The Canadian government proposes Strong and Free Elections Act to ban crypto and other “hard‑to‑trace” political contributions. On March 26, 2026, the Government of Canada introduced for consideration the Strong and Free Elections Act, a proposed amendment to the Canada Elections Act (CEA) that would restrict political financing methods for federal parties, third parties, candidates

Stablecoin Market Drops $1.04B This Week as USDC Leads Outflows While USDT Holds 58% Dominance

The latest figures from defillama.com show the fiat-pegged token economy pulled back over the past week, shedding $1.04 billion since March 21. Seven of the top ten stablecoins posted net outflows during that stretch. USDC Sees $1.37B in Outflows as Stablecoin Market Shrinks As of this weekend, defillama.com stats show tether ( USDT) continues to

Binance Pay Reaches 21M+ Merchants Signaling Mainstream Shift in Crypto Payments

Binance is accelerating crypto’s shift into everyday commerce as more than 21 million merchants adopt its payment system, highlighting growing real-world usage, seamless transactions, and expanding utility across global consumer and business activity. Binance Drives Global Crypto Payments as More Than 21M Merchants Join Digital payment adoption is accelerating across global commerce as crypto-based systems

Is Bitcoin About to Drop Again? BTC Tests Critical $65.5K Support Level

Bitcoin hovered just above $66,000 per coin at 8:30 a.m. Eastern time on March 28, 2026, trading within a tight intraday range as momentum softened across multiple timeframes. The broader technical structure showed price holding near short-term support while remaining decisively below major moving averages, reinforcing a cautious market tone. Is Bitcoin About to Drop

Morgan Stanley Set to Undercut Bitcoin ETF Rivals With 0.14% Fee Ahead of Launch

Bitcoin Magazine Morgan Stanley Set to Undercut Bitcoin ETF Rivals With 0.14% Fee Ahead of Launch Morgan Stanley is set to disrupt the spot bitcoin ETF market, with its upcoming Bitcoin Trust (MSBT) charging a market-leading 0.14% annual fee. This post Morgan Stanley Set to Undercut Bitcoin ETF Rivals With 0.14% Fee Ahead of Launch first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Fear and Greed Index Hits Extreme Fear at 13 Out of 100

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Fear and Greed Index Hits Extreme Fear at 13 Out of 100 The current Bitcoin Fear and Greed index suggests high investor anxiety with potential buying opportunities. This post Bitcoin Fear and Greed Index Hits Extreme Fear at 13 Out of 100 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Vietnam Authorities Launch Probe Into Multi-Billion Dollar Crypto Fraud

Vietnamese authorities dismantled a massive cryptocurrency fraud scheme following coordinated raids across multiple provinces, resulting in more than 140 interrogations and the seizure of extensive electronic evidence. Rapid Response and Formal Charges Authorities in Vietnam have launched a sweeping investigation into one of the country’s largest cryptocurrency fraud cases to date, detaining several high-profile figures

ICE Announces $600 Million Strategic Investment in Polymarket

Bitcoin Magazine ICE Announces $600 Million Strategic Investment in Polymarket Intercontinental Exchange has completed a $600 million direct cash investment in prediction market platform Polymarket. This post ICE Announces $600 Million Strategic Investment in Polymarket first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

XRP Breaks Lower as Liquidations Deepen and Macro Risks Intensify Across Crypto Markets

XRP slides toward key support as bearish momentum intensifies under macro pressure and heavy liquidations, leaving the asset vulnerable to further downside while struggling to stabilize near the lower end of its trading range. XRP Downtrend Deepens as Key Support Faces Pressure At 9:11 a.m., XRP is trading at $1.33247, extending its recent decline as

Bitcoin ETFs See $171 Million Outflow as Ether Extends Losing Streak

Crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) remained under pressure on Thursday, with bitcoin posting heavy outflows and ether extending its losing streak. Solana declined modestly, while XRP activity stayed flat. Crypto ETFs Slide Again: Bitcoin, Ether ETFs Deepen Losses While Solana Also Slips Confidence continues to erode across crypto ETFs. What began as a mild pullback has

Bitcoin Price Slides to Two-Week Low as Liquidations Top $300 Million and Macro Pressure Builds

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Slides to Two-Week Low as Liquidations Top $300 Million and Macro Pressure Builds Bitcoin price fell near $66,000 on Friday, hitting its lowest level in more than two weeks as a wave of long liquidations hit the market. This post Bitcoin Price Slides to Two-Week Low as Liquidations Top $300 Million and Macro Pressure Builds first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Trust Wallet Launches Agent Kit That Lets AI Execute Crypto Transactions Under User Control

Bitcoin Magazine Trust Wallet Launches Agent Kit That Lets AI Execute Crypto Transactions Under User Control Trust Wallet announced a function that enables AI agents to execute real crypto transactions across more than 25 blockchains. This post Trust Wallet Launches Agent Kit That Lets AI Execute Crypto Transactions Under User Control first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Ripple Boosts XRP Security With AI-Driven Network Enhancements

Ripple is advancing AI-driven security as XRP infrastructure scales for institutional demand, focusing on earlier threat detection, stronger system resilience, and safeguarding the XRP Ledger against rising complexity in global financial operations. Ripple Deploys AI Security Push as XRP Scales for Institutional Demand Rising complexity in blockchain infrastructure is driving stronger security requirements, as Ripple

Brazil Passes Law Turning Seized Crypto into Public-Security War Chest

Bitcoin Magazine Brazil Passes Law Turning Seized Crypto into Public-Security War Chest Brazil has signed a landmark law that allows authorities to channel crypto seized from criminal organizations directly into public security initiatives. This post Brazil Passes Law Turning Seized Crypto into Public-Security War Chest first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Drops Under $70K, Stuck Mid-Range With Fading Strength

At 10:30 a.m. Eastern time on Thursday, bitcoin traded at $69,678, consolidating near the $69,500 range after retreating from an intraday high of $71,570. Price action remains range-bound with weakening short-term momentum and persistent resistance overhead. Bitcoin Chart Outlook The daily timeframe on Thursday continues to reflect a broad consolidation range, with price holding within

Stablecoin-to-Fiat Payments Startup Tazapay Raises $36M Led by Circle Ventures

Tazapay, a Singapore-based cross-border payments infrastructure company, closed a Series B extension led by Circle Ventures on Thursday, bringing its total Series B raise to $36 million. Tazapay Raises $36M to Accelerate Agentic Payment Infrastructure in Emerging Markets The extension adds CMT Digital and Coinbase Ventures as new backers. Circle Ventures, Peak XV Partners, GMO

MARA Dumps $1.1 Billion in Bitcoin to Repurchase Convertible Notes, Cuts Debt by 30%

Bitcoin Magazine MARA Dumps $1.1 Billion in Bitcoin to Repurchase Convertible Notes, Cuts Debt by 30% MARA Holdings said they sold 15,133 Bitcoin for approximately $1.1 billion between March 4 and March 25 to fund the repurchase of its 0.00% convertible senior notes. This post MARA Dumps $1.1 Billion in Bitcoin to Repurchase Convertible Notes, Cuts Debt by 30% first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Morgan Stanley Moves Closer to Bitcoin ETF Launch With NYSE Listing Announcement 

Bitcoin Magazine Morgan Stanley Moves Closer to Bitcoin ETF Launch With NYSE Listing Announcement  Morgan Stanley’s spot Bitcoin ETF, MSBT, nears launch with an NYSE listing, offering direct bitcoin exposure through brokerage accounts. This post Morgan Stanley Moves Closer to Bitcoin ETF Launch With NYSE Listing Announcement  first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitwise Joins Lombard’s Bitcoin Smart Accounts to Help Unlock Institutional Yield

Bitcoin Magazine Bitwise Joins Lombard’s Bitcoin Smart Accounts to Help Unlock Institutional Yield Bitwise has become a strategic yield partner in Lombard’s Bitcoin Smart Accounts ecosystem. This post Bitwise Joins Lombard’s Bitcoin Smart Accounts to Help Unlock Institutional Yield first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Ripple Enters Singapore Central Bank Program Piloting XRP Ledger and RLUSD Use

Ripple advances XRP-powered settlement ambitions as it integrates XRPL and RLUSD into Singapore’s central bank initiative, accelerating institutional adoption of tokenized payments and programmable finance across global trade and cross-border systems. Ripple Joins Singapore Central Bank’s Effort to Drive Tokenized Settlement Systems Efforts to modernize cross-border settlement systems are accelerating as Ripple announced on March

Middle East Tensions Ease: How Asian Equities Responded

Asian equity markets posted broad gains on Wednesday, as investors responded to de-escalation signals in the U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict that reduced immediate threats to global oil supply. Nikkei, KOSPI, Hang Seng Rise as Iran Conflict Signals Shift Japan’s Nikkei 225 led the advance, climbing approximately 2.90% to close near 53,766 — recovering from correction territory reached

As Bitcoin Consolidates, Signs Point to Potential Bottom Amid Market Calm: Research

Bitcoin Magazine As Bitcoin Consolidates, Signs Point to Potential Bottom Amid Market Calm: Research Bitcoin’s price has steadied over the last month, suggesting the worst of the market turbulence may be behind us. This post As Bitcoin Consolidates, Signs Point to Potential Bottom Amid Market Calm: Research first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Trump Appoints Industry and Crypto Heavyweights to Guide National Technology Strategy

Trump taps Silicon Valley and crypto-linked leaders to steer U.S. science policy, signaling a deeper fusion of emerging technologies, economic strategy, and digital assets within federal advisory priorities. Trump Names Tech Titans to Science Policy Council A federal advisory body on science policy is being reconstituted to address technological change and economic impact. The White

The Core Issue: Beneath The Binary, Verifying Trust

Bitcoin Magazine The Core Issue: Beneath The Binary, Verifying Trust From The Core Issue: A look at what Bitcoin Core developers do to ensure the software running on your computer is actually the code they wrote. This post The Core Issue: Beneath The Binary, Verifying Trust first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Mike Schmidt.

DV8 Becomes First Bitcoin Treasury Company in Southeast Asia with Digital Asset License

Bitcoin Magazine DV8 Becomes First Bitcoin Treasury Company in Southeast Asia with Digital Asset License Thailand's DV8 has signed a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire Rakkar Digital, a licensed digital asset custodian in Thailand.  This post DV8 Becomes First Bitcoin Treasury Company in Southeast Asia with Digital Asset License first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

CFTC Launches Innovation Task Force for Bitcoin, Crypto, AI, and Prediction Markets

Bitcoin Magazine CFTC Launches Innovation Task Force for Bitcoin, Crypto, AI, and Prediction Markets The CFTC has launched a new Task Force to develop clear regulatory frameworks for bitcoin and emerging technologies in U.S. derivatives markets. This post CFTC Launches Innovation Task Force for Bitcoin, Crypto, AI, and Prediction Markets first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Gate Integrates Polymarket in First for Centralized Exchanges

Gate has integrated Polymarket into its app, becoming the first centralized exchange to offer direct access to the prediction market platform. The rollout gives users a new way to trade on global events across crypto, finance, and sports. Prediction Markets Now Open to Mainstream Traders Via Gate Gate has added Polymarket to its platform, potentially

Bitgo, Susquehanna Crypto Open OTC Gateway to Prediction Markets for Institutions

Bitgo and Susquehanna Crypto have teamed up to give institutional clients a new route into prediction markets without forcing them through retail rails or asset liquidation. Bitgo Enables $100K+ Prediction Market Trades via OTC Desk The partnership, announced Tuesday in New York and shared with Bitcoin.com News, connects Bitgo Prime’s over-the-counter (OTC) desk with liquidity

Bitcoin ETFs Open Week With $167 Million Rebound

Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) opened the week with a strong rebound, breaking a three-day outflow streak. Ether extended its losses, while XRP and solana remained inactive. Ether Outflows Continue as Bitcoin ETFs Snap Outflow Streak A new week brought a shift in tone. After several sessions of steady withdrawals, bitcoin ETFs found their footing again,

Polymarket Implements Updated Rules Targeting Insider Trading Activities

Polymarket is launching updated rules that prohibit users from participating in their event contracts if they are trading on stolen information, on illegal tips, or if they can influence the outcome of the event, strengthening its compliance across both its DeFi platform and CFTC-regulated exchange. Polymarket Targets Insider Trading Practices With Updated Rules Polymarket, one

Capital B Acquires 44 Bitcoin, Boosting Holdings to 2,888 Coins

Bitcoin Magazine Capital B Acquires 44 Bitcoin, Boosting Holdings to 2,888 Coins Capital B has completed the acquisition of 44 bitcoin for €2.7 million, bringing its total holdings to 2,888 BTC.  This post Capital B Acquires 44 Bitcoin, Boosting Holdings to 2,888 Coins first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

XRP Climbs Back Strongly With Bulls Regaining Control Amid Macro Shift

XRP rebounds with strengthening momentum as buyers reclaim control, pushing price toward key resistance while easing geopolitical tension fuels renewed confidence in the short-term outlook. XRP Rebound Gains Strength Amid Improving Sentiment At 10:09 a.m. on March 23, XRP is trading at $1.44783, showing signs of recovery after a recent pullback within the broader intraday

Saylor’s Strategy (MSTR) Arms Itself With $44.1 Billion ATM Capacity to Fuel Bitcoin Treasury Expansion

Bitcoin Magazine Saylor’s Strategy (MSTR) Arms Itself With $44.1 Billion ATM Capacity to Fuel Bitcoin Treasury Expansion Strategy expanded its ability to raise capital via at‑the‑market equity and preferred offerings, adding new agents and adjusting stock authorization, allowing up to $44.1 billion in additional securities sales. This post Saylor’s Strategy (MSTR) Arms Itself With $44.1 Billion ATM Capacity to Fuel Bitcoin Treasury Expansion first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Oil Prices Plummet as Conflict in Middle East Enters De-Escalation Phase

Brent and WTI oil futures prices have plummeted over 10% on Monday as President Trump announced a ceasefire, as communications between the Iranian regime and the U.S. government have been progressing. Even so, Iranian media channels denied this approximation, claiming that Trump “backed down.” Oil prices plummet as Trump announces 5-Day Ceasefire Prices of the

H100 Eyes Strategic Bitcoin Acquisition to Triple its BTC Holdings and Expand Institutional Scale

Bitcoin Magazine H100 Eyes Strategic Bitcoin Acquisition to Triple its BTC Holdings and Expand Institutional Scale H100 is planning to acquire Norwegian bitcoin-focused firms Moonshot AS and Never Say Die AS.  This post H100 Eyes Strategic Bitcoin Acquisition to Triple its BTC Holdings and Expand Institutional Scale first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

CoinDCX Denies Any Link to Fraud as Founders Cited in India Investigation

CoinDCX co-founders Sumit Gupta and Neeraj Khandelwal were reportedly drawn into a police investigation in India over the weekend tied to an alleged cryptocurrency-related fraud case, with conflicting reports on whether the pair were formally arrested or questioned. CoinDCX Calls FIR ‘False’ as Founders Face Scrutiny in India Crypto Fraud Case Several reports note that

XRP Slides to Lower Range as Traders Weigh Commodity Status, Weak Technicals, Rising Macro Tensions

XRP hovers near key support after a sharp pullback, as fading bullish momentum collides with macro uncertainty and a pivotal regulatory shift that could reshape long-term institutional demand. Crypto Markets Stall; XRP Trades Near Lows Despite Historic SEC Commodity Shift At 10:17 a.m. on March 22, XRP is trading at $1.39993, holding near the lower

‘The Orange March Continues’: Saylor Hints at Next Bitcoin Mega Buy as Strategy Expands Beyond 761K BTC Holdings

Strategy’s relentless bitcoin accumulation signals rising institutional conviction, with massive holdings, leveraged exposure, and volatile trading dynamics reinforcing its high-stakes bet as market swings continue to test long-term capital allocation discipline. Michael Saylor Signals Relentless Bitcoin Accumulation as Institutional Conviction Deepens Growing institutional conviction in bitcoin gained momentum as Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor posted

Top 5 Stablecoins Control 89% of $316B Market as Sector Edges Higher in March 2026

The stablecoin economy keeps pressing higher, with its total valuation topping $316 billion as of March 21 after adding $124.9 million over the past week. Of that $316 billion, Tether’s USDT holds a commanding 58.25% share. Stablecoin Supply Grows Steadily The fiat-pegged token sector moved slightly higher this past week, adding 0.04%. Zooming out, the

Bitcoin Market Update: BTC Stuck in Tight Range as Volatility Drops and Breakout Looms

Bitcoin traded at $70,646 on Saturday morning at 8:30 a.m., holding within a narrow intraday range as technical indicators reflected a broadly neutral stance across key timeframes. Market participants continue to monitor consolidation near the $70,000 level as momentum signals diverge and volatility compresses. Bitcoin Chart Outlook Price action on the daily chart shows bitcoin

Bittensor Subnet Breakthrough, Institutional Confidence, and More – Week In Review

This week’s developments highlight crypto’s deepening ties to macro, AI, and traditional finance. Bitcoin slid amid geopolitical tensions, underscoring its sensitivity to global risk. Meanwhile, Bittensor’s decentralized AI milestone drew attention from Nvidia’s Jensen Huang, signaling growing legitimacy for onchain innovation. Institutional momentum remains strong, with most investors planning to increase exposure, while FTX’s multibillion-dollar

White House Reaches Tentative Crypto Regulatory Agreement: Report

Bitcoin Magazine White House Reaches Tentative Crypto Regulatory Agreement: Report Key senators and the White House have reached a tentative agreement on crypto legislation to resolve a dispute between banks and digital asset firms. This post White House Reaches Tentative Crypto Regulatory Agreement: Report first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Phong Le Calls Morgan Stanley’s BTC ETF a “Monster Bitcoin” Bet With $160 Billion Potential

Bitcoin Magazine Phong Le Calls Morgan Stanley’s BTC ETF a “Monster Bitcoin” Bet With $160 Billion Potential The president and CEO of Strategy said Morgan Stanley’s upcoming bitcoin ETF could unlock as much as $160 billion in demand under a modest portfolio allocation scenario. This post Phong Le Calls Morgan Stanley’s BTC ETF a “Monster Bitcoin” Bet With $160 Billion Potential first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Trump Administration Unveils Federal AI Framework, Aims to Terminate State Regulation ‘Patchwork’

The framework describes six key areas to address, including establishing safeguards for children, shielding communities from datacenter-driven higher power costs, and ensuring America benefits from the transition to AI. AI and crypto Czar David Sacks stated that they will work with Congress to turn this principle into legislation. Trump Administration Reveals AI Principles For Upcoming

Markets Double Down on Fed Pause After March Decision: Traders See No Fold Ahead of April Meeting

Markets are leaning heavily toward a Federal Reserve pause following this week’s Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) decision, with traders signaling little belief that policymakers will pivot under pressure at the April 29, 2026, meeting. Markets Show Little Faith in Fed Rate Cuts After March While Fed Chair Jerome Powell sits in office, until his

Bitcoin Price Holds $70,000 as War-Driven Inflation Fears Meet Defensive Market Positioning

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Holds $70,000 as War-Driven Inflation Fears Meet Defensive Market Positioning Bitcoin price held near $70,000 as shifting Iran conflict risks and macro pressure weighed on markets, while derivatives and on-chain data signaled consolidation, not capitulation. This post Bitcoin Price Holds $70,000 as War-Driven Inflation Fears Meet Defensive Market Positioning first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

2012 Bitcoin Whale Quietly Moves 2,100 BTC Worth $146M as Dormant Supply Stirs

In the wake of yesterday’s episode involving a long-dormant whale transferring a sizable cache of bitcoin, a holder dating back to 2012 moved 2,100 bitcoin—valued at more than $146 million at current exchange rates. Dormant Bitcoin From 2012 Moves With bitcoin trading lower this year, activity among early holders has cooled notably compared with 2025,

North Carolina Lawmakers Propose State Bitcoin Reserve

Bitcoin Magazine North Carolina Lawmakers Propose State Bitcoin Reserve North Carolina lawmakers introduced legislation to create a state-controlled Bitcoin reserve.  This post North Carolina Lawmakers Propose State Bitcoin Reserve first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Adam Back Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker

Bitcoin Magazine Adam Back Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker Adam Back has been officially confirmed as a speaker at Bitcoin 2026, returning to the conference as one of the few people in the world whose contributions to Bitcoin predate Bitcoin itself. As Co-Founder and CEO of Blockstream and CEO of Bitcoin Standard Treasury Company (BSTR), Back comes to Las Vegas operating at the intersection This post Adam Back Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Jenna Montgomery.

MLB Names Polymarket as Official Prediction Market Partner

Major League Baseball on Thursday named blockchain-based Polymarket its official prediction market exchange partner while signing a first-of-its-kind integrity agreement with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), positioning the league to embrace fast-growing fan betting trends just days before Opening Day. The multi-year deal gives Polymarket exclusive rights to use MLB and team logos, marks

SEC Chairman Doubles Down on Crypto Policy Shift Driving Capital Back Onshore

U.S. crypto markets are positioning for renewed capital inflows as SEC Chairman Paul Atkins moves to replace enforcement pressure with defined rules, signaling a potential return of sidelined liquidity and domestic activity. US Crypto Markets Brace for Liquidity Surge as SEC Rulemaking Era Begins A shift in U.S. crypto oversight is taking shape. SEC Chairman

European Asset Manager Amundi Launches $100M Tokenized Fund on Ethereum and Stellar

Europe’s largest asset manager has quietly taken a decisive step into onchain finance, launching a $100 million tokenized cash fund designed to move at blockchain speed while behaving like a traditional safe haven. Amundi Enters Tokenized RWA Race With $100M SAFO Fund Launch This week, Amundi introduced the Spiko Amundi Overnight Swap Fund (SAFO), a

5 Ways the Fed’s Basel III Pivot Unlocks Institutional Bitcoin Custody

Bitcoin Magazine 5 Ways the Fed’s Basel III Pivot Unlocks Institutional Bitcoin Custody Fed proposal cuts bank capital by 4.8% and fixes custody risk rules, clearing a major regulatory hurdle for institutional Bitcoin adoption This post 5 Ways the Fed’s Basel III Pivot Unlocks Institutional Bitcoin Custody first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Nick Ward.

Strive (ASST) Accumulates 13,600 Bitcoin Despite $393 Million Loss in First Six Months as Public Company

Bitcoin Magazine Strive (ASST) Accumulates 13,600 Bitcoin Despite $393 Million Loss in First Six Months as Public Company Strive, Inc. reported that it held 13,628 Bitcoin as of March 17, 2026, placing it among the top 10 corporate holders globally.  This post Strive (ASST) Accumulates 13,600 Bitcoin Despite $393 Million Loss in First Six Months as Public Company first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

BTQ Deploys First Working BIP 360 Implementation on Bitcoin Quantum Testnet

Bitcoin Magazine BTQ Deploys First Working BIP 360 Implementation on Bitcoin Quantum Testnet BTQ Technologies has launched the first working BIP 360 implementation on its Bitcoin Quantum testnet, enabling developers to test quantum-resistant Bitcoin transactions in practice. This post BTQ Deploys First Working BIP 360 Implementation on Bitcoin Quantum Testnet first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Zip Ties, Sleeping Pills and Pepper Spray: Canadian Crypto Millionaire Targeted in Foiled Madrid Kidnapping

Bitcoin Magazine Zip Ties, Sleeping Pills and Pepper Spray: Canadian Crypto Millionaire Targeted in Foiled Madrid Kidnapping A Canadian crypto entrepreneur survived a kidnapping attempt in Madrid, after witnesses alerted police and helped foil the attack. This post Zip Ties, Sleeping Pills and Pepper Spray: Canadian Crypto Millionaire Targeted in Foiled Madrid Kidnapping first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Kraken Pauses IPO Due to Market Uncertainty: Report

Bitcoin Magazine Kraken Pauses IPO Due to Market Uncertainty: Report Crypto exchange Kraken has suspended its IPO plans. This post Kraken Pauses IPO Due to Market Uncertainty: Report first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Boltz Exchange Launches Atomic USDT Swaps for Lightning Network Users

Bitcoin Magazine Boltz Exchange Launches Atomic USDT Swaps for Lightning Network Users Boltz Exchange today introduced atomic, non-custodial swaps enabling direct Lightning Network sats to USDT0 on Arbitrum, powered by LayerZero's OFT standard for seamless, risk-free bridging. This post Boltz Exchange Launches Atomic USDT Swaps for Lightning Network Users first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.