Canadian Pension Giant Grabs 1.38M MSTR Shares Worth $219M

Canada’s Alberta Investment Management Corporation disclosed a $219 million purchase of Strategy Inc. shares, marking the pension giant’s first-ever allocation to a bitcoin-linked asset. Key Takeaways: AIMCo, Canada’s $195B asset manager, bought 1.38 million MSTR shares worth $219M in its first bitcoin-linked bet. Canada’s top institutions, including RBC and CPPIB, now hold Strategy Inc. stakes

New Anchorage Digital Partnership With M0 Targets Growing Stablecoin Market

Anchorage Digital, the federally chartered crypto bank, has announced a strategic partnership with M0 to provide a unified infrastructure for the next generation of stablecoin issuers. Key Takeaways: Anchorage Digital and M0 partnered on April 30, 2026, to launch a modular stablecoin issuance stack. The collaboration seeks to capture a larger share of the $160

Strike CEO Jack Mallers Announces Lending Proof-of-Reserves, Volatility-Proof Loans, and Backs Tether Merger Plan

Bitcoin Magazine Strike CEO Jack Mallers Announces Lending Proof-of-Reserves, Volatility-Proof Loans, and Backs Tether Merger Plan Strike CEO Jack Mallers announced a series of product updates and strategic moves at the Bitcoin 2026 Conference. This post Strike CEO Jack Mallers Announces Lending Proof-of-Reserves, Volatility-Proof Loans, and Backs Tether Merger Plan first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Strategy and Blockstream CEOs Paint Vision of Bitcoin’s Financial Future

Bitcoin Magazine Strategy and Blockstream CEOs Paint Vision of Bitcoin’s Financial Future Strategy CEO Phong Le and Blockstream CEO Adam Back joined moderator Natalie Brunell on Wednesday to discuss Bitcoin treasury strategy, tokenization, digital credit, and Satoshi Nakamoto’s identity. This post Strategy and Blockstream CEOs Paint Vision of Bitcoin’s Financial Future first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Morgan Stanley Executive on Bitcoin: ‘We Are Still So Early on This Journey’

Bitcoin Magazine Morgan Stanley Executive on Bitcoin: ‘We Are Still So Early on This Journey’ Amy Oldenburg, head of digital assets at Morgan Stanley, says client education — not product design — is the central challenge facing bitcoin adoption at the firm and across the industry. This post Morgan Stanley Executive on Bitcoin: ‘We Are Still So Early on This Journey’ first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Brent Crude Climbs Above $115 as Trump Signals Longer Iran Naval Blockade

President Donald Trump directed aides to prepare for an extended naval blockade of Iranian ports, pushing Brent crude above $115 per barrel on April 29 and widening what the International Energy Agency called the largest supply shock on record. Key Takeaways: Brent crude climbed above $115 per barrel on April 29 as Trump ordered preparations

Senate Panel Clears Kevin Warsh 13-11, Setting up Fed Leadership Change Before May 15

The Senate Banking Committee voted 13-11 along party lines Wednesday to advance Kevin Warsh’s nomination as the next chair of the Federal Reserve, sending the pick to the full Senate for a final confirmation vote. Key Takeaways: The Senate Banking Committee advanced Kevin Warsh’s Fed Chair nomination 13-11 on April 29, 2026. Sen. Thom Tillis

Blackrock Pulls $112M From IBIT as Bitcoin ETF Outflows Extend Cooling Phase

A second straight day of outflows in bitcoin and ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) points to a cooling phase in institutional demand, even as selective inflows in XRP suggest pockets of opportunistic positioning. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin ETFs saw $89.68M outflows on Apr 28, led by Blackrock IBIT’s $112.25M exit. Ether ETFs lost $21.80M as Blackrock ETHA

Bitcoin is Reshaping Traditional Finance, Industry Leaders Say

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin is Reshaping Traditional Finance, Industry Leaders Say At Bitcoin 2026, a Nakamoto Stage panel made a simple but striking point: Bitcoin’s institutional growth is being driven by competitors who are actually working together, building the tools, products, and infrastructure needed to bring the asset into mainstream finance. This post Bitcoin is Reshaping Traditional Finance, Industry Leaders Say first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

‘This Time Is Different’: A First of Its Kind Documentary Covering Bitcoin’s Four Year Cycle, David Bailey, And Nakamoto in Production

Bitcoin Magazine ‘This Time Is Different’: A First of Its Kind Documentary Covering Bitcoin’s Four Year Cycle, David Bailey, And Nakamoto in Production A new documentary, This Time Is Different, will chronicle Bitcoin’s four-year cycle and David Bailey’s journey building Nakamoto Inc. through its public launch and market swings. This post ‘This Time Is Different’: A First of Its Kind Documentary Covering Bitcoin’s Four Year Cycle, David Bailey, And Nakamoto in Production first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Strategy’s (MSTR) Michael Saylor Says STRC is ‘Going Viral’ After $8.5 Billion Run‑Up

Bitcoin Magazine Strategy’s (MSTR) Michael Saylor Says STRC is ‘Going Viral’ After $8.5 Billion Run‑Up At Bitcoin 2026, Michael Saylor pitched STRC as a rapidly growing Bitcoin-backed credit product attracting billions from retail investors and aiming to scale digital credit as a major driver of Bitcoin adoption and price growth. This post Strategy’s (MSTR) Michael Saylor Says STRC is ‘Going Viral’ After $8.5 Billion Run‑Up first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Block (XYZ) Touts Bitcoin as ‘Everyday Money’ With 800,000 Merchants Now Accepting It

Bitcoin Magazine Block (XYZ) Touts Bitcoin as ‘Everyday Money’ With 800,000 Merchants Now Accepting It Block is accelerating its push to make bitcoin everyday money, with Miles Suter unveiling new payments, rewards, and self-custody tools at Bitcoin 2026 alongside proof of $2.2 billion in BTC reserves. This post Block (XYZ) Touts Bitcoin as ‘Everyday Money’ With 800,000 Merchants Now Accepting It first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Galaxy Digital Posts $216M Q1 Loss as 20% Crypto Drop Cuts Portfolio Value

Galaxy Digital reported a $216 million first-quarter loss amid a broad crypto market decline, while pushing ahead with its Helios data center project as a new source of revenue. The firm’s balance sheet remains liquid, with $2.6 billion in cash and stablecoins. Key Takeaways: Galaxy Digital posted a $216M Q1 loss as the crypto market

Blockstream Launches Jade Core to Simplify Bitcoin Self-Custody Without Sacrificing Security

Bitcoin Magazine Blockstream Launches Jade Core to Simplify Bitcoin Self-Custody Without Sacrificing Security Blockstream has launched Jade Core, a simplified, open-source hardware wallet designed to make Bitcoin self-custody more accessible to a broader range of users. This post Blockstream Launches Jade Core to Simplify Bitcoin Self-Custody Without Sacrificing Security first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

UAE Quits OPEC After 59 Years, BTC Slides Below $76K Amid Hormuz Supply Shock

The United Arab Emirates officially withdrew from OPEC and the broader OPEC+ alliance on April 28, 2026, and bitcoin fell below $76,000 within hours of the announcement. Key Takeaways: The UAE exits OPEC on May 1, 2026, ending 59 years of membership and removing OPEC’s third-largest producer. Bitcoin fell from a weekly high of $79,490

Amboss Activates RailsX, Enabling Self-Custody Stablecoin Trading on Bitcoin Lightning

Bitcoin Magazine Amboss Activates RailsX, Enabling Self-Custody Stablecoin Trading on Bitcoin Lightning Amboss' RailsX goes live with USDT-L and USDC-L, bringing peer-to-peer, self-custodial stablecoin trading to the Lightning Network for the first time. This post Amboss Activates RailsX, Enabling Self-Custody Stablecoin Trading on Bitcoin Lightning first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Blackrock, Standard Chartered Power OKX Tokenized Treasury Collateral System

Blackrock anchors OKX’s tokenized Treasury collateral framework with Standard Chartered, enabling institutions to trade while maintaining yield and regulated custody. Key Takeaways: OKX framework, introduced April 28, 2026 enables tokenized U.S. Treasury assets as trading margin and collateral. Blackrock BUIDL fund delivers tokenized Treasury exposure with yield benchmarked to the U.S. Federal Funds rate. Standard

‘Bitcoin Isn’t Going Anywhere’: Trump Officials Discuss DOJ, FBI Refocus on Crypto Crime, Not Developers

Bitcoin Magazine ‘Bitcoin Isn’t Going Anywhere’: Trump Officials Discuss DOJ, FBI Refocus on Crypto Crime, Not Developers At the Bitcoin 2026 Conference, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and FBI Director Kash Patel outlined a shift in the U.S. government’s approach to digital assets like Bitcoin. This post ‘Bitcoin Isn’t Going Anywhere’: Trump Officials Discuss DOJ, FBI Refocus on Crypto Crime, Not Developers first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Senator Lummis Puts Congress On The Clock, Vows May Push To Rescue Stalled Clarity Act

Bitcoin Magazine Senator Lummis Puts Congress On The Clock, Vows May Push To Rescue Stalled Clarity Act Speaking at The Bitcoin Conference, Senator Cynthia Lummis framed Bitcoin as “freedom money,” signaling that Senate lawmakers are preparing a May markup of the long-delayed Clarity Act. This post Senator Lummis Puts Congress On The Clock, Vows May Push To Rescue Stalled Clarity Act first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Lightning is Turning iGaming Payouts Into a Real-Time Rail: Report 

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Lightning is Turning iGaming Payouts Into a Real-Time Rail: Report  Bitcoin’s Lightning Network is starting to turn iGaming payouts into a native Bitcoin use case, according to a new report from Voltage. This post Bitcoin Lightning is Turning iGaming Payouts Into a Real-Time Rail: Report  first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Romania Blocks 300 Sites and Launches €5M Treatment Fund as Polymarket Ban Holds in Court

Romania’s gambling regulator published a one-year activity report under President Vlad-Cristian Soare, citing more than 300 unlicensed sites blocked, the country’s first state-funded gambling addiction program, and a recent court win that keeps Polymarket on the national blacklist. Key Takeaways: Romania ONJN blocked over 300 illegal gambling sites and revoked 60 licenses in its 2025-2026

Bitcoin ETFs Draw $824M as Blackrock’s IBIT Dominates Weekly Crypto Fund Inflows

Bitcoin led the week with $824 million in inflows, while ether maintained positive momentum despite a brief interruption. XRP and solana ETFs were not left, as they posted decent gains for the week. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin ETFs pulled $824 million for the week, led by Blackrock IBIT’s $732 million dominance. Ether ETFs added $155 million

Nordic Blockchain Conference Returns to Stockholm for Its 8th Edition, Highlighting the Future of Digital Finance, Policy, and Blockchain’s Interplay With Other Frontier Technologies

This sponsored press release was provided by Nordic Blockchain Conference 2026 and was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. Stockholm, Sweden – April 27th, 2026. The Nordic Blockchain Conference (NBC2026) – the largest and leading blockchain event in Northern Europe – returns

Miners Beat Bitcoin by 70% in 2026 as Terawulf Locks $12.8B in AI Contracts

The bitcoin mining and digital infrastructure sector has had a split personality through the first four months of 2026. Bitcoin itself opened the year around $88,700 and has spent most of its time grinding lower, sitting around $76,000 to $78,000 as April comes to a close, a loss of roughly 12% since January 1. Against

The Beat Goes On: Saylor’s New Bitcoin Chart Sharpens Accumulation Watch After Major BTC Buy

Strategy’s bitcoin positioning drew renewed attention as Michael Saylor revived his orange-dot chart. The update followed last week’s major BTC purchase and sharpened focus on Strategy’s accumulation pattern. Key Takeaways: Strategy drew fresh market attention after Michael Saylor posted another orange-dot bitcoin chart. The update followed Strategy’s major bitcoin purchase from the prior week. Saylor’s

Bitcoin Stumbles at $78,500 as Hourly Momentum Stalls

Bitcoin is hovering near the upper end of its 24-hour range, but the charts are not handing out free confidence. At $77,989, bitcoin looks constructive, though short-term momentum is starting to act like it needs a coffee. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin holds $77,989 on April 26, 2026, consolidating near $78K with neutral signals. TradingView data shows

IBM Quantum Hardware Cracks 15-Bit ECC Key, but Bitcoin Devs Say Random Bits Match the Result

Post-quantum startup Project Eleven awarded its 1 BTC Q-Day Prize to independent researcher Giancarlo Lelli on April 24, 2026, for breaking a 15-bit elliptic curve cryptography key on a publicly accessible IBM quantum computer, a result the company called the largest public demonstration of its kind to date. Key Takeaways: Project Eleven awarded researcher Giancarlo

Believe Founder Arrested on Strangulation Charges as Token Collapses 99%

Ben Pasternak, the 26-year-old founder of Solana-based token launchpad Believe, was arrested in New York on charges of second-degree strangulation and assault as the platform’s native token trades 99.8% below its all-time high. A class action lawsuit alleges he systematically extracted $54 million in fees. Key Takeaways: Pasternak, 26, was charged with second-degree strangulation and

France Charges 88 Over Crypto Kidnappings as Attacks Average One Every 2.5 Days in 2026

French prosecutors have charged 88 people across 12 crypto-related kidnapping cases as France records 41 such attacks in 2026 alone, with the country now accounting for roughly 40% of all crypto ransom attacks across Europe. Key Takeaways: France’s anti-organized crime prosecutor charged 88 people, including over 10 minors, linked to 12 cryptocurrency kidnapping cases. More

VanEck Flags Dual Bullish Signals for Bitcoin as Funding Turns Negative, Hash Rate Slips

Bitcoin Magazine VanEck Flags Dual Bullish Signals for Bitcoin as Funding Turns Negative, Hash Rate Slips VanEck says Bitcoin is showing a reinforced bullish setup as deeply negative funding rates and clustered hash rate declines—historically tied to strong forward returns—signal cautious sentiment rather than capitulation. This post VanEck Flags Dual Bullish Signals for Bitcoin as Funding Turns Negative, Hash Rate Slips first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

DOJ Drops Criminal Probe of Fed Chair Powell, Clearing Path for Warsh

Bitcoin Magazine DOJ Drops Criminal Probe of Fed Chair Powell, Clearing Path for Warsh The Department of Justice closed its criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Friday. This post DOJ Drops Criminal Probe of Fed Chair Powell, Clearing Path for Warsh first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

7 Reasons JPX Should Reconsider Its Proposed Digital Asset Exclusion From TOPIX

Bitcoin Magazine 7 Reasons JPX Should Reconsider Its Proposed Digital Asset Exclusion From TOPIX A closer look at why JPX's proposed crypto-asset exclusion sits awkwardly inside a rules-based benchmark like TOPIX. This post 7 Reasons JPX Should Reconsider Its Proposed Digital Asset Exclusion From TOPIX first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Nick Ward.

Nakamoto (NAKA) Launches Bitcoin Derivatives Program to Capture Volatility Income and Hedge Downside Risk

Bitcoin Magazine Nakamoto (NAKA) Launches Bitcoin Derivatives Program to Capture Volatility Income and Hedge Downside Risk Nakamoto Inc. has introduced an actively managed Bitcoin derivatives program designed to earn income from market volatility while limiting downside risk, the company said Friday. This post Nakamoto (NAKA) Launches Bitcoin Derivatives Program to Capture Volatility Income and Hedge Downside Risk first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Fold (FLD) Launches Bitcoin Bonus Program for Employers Through Fold Business Platform

Bitcoin Magazine Fold (FLD) Launches Bitcoin Bonus Program for Employers Through Fold Business Platform Fold has launched a Bitcoin Bonus Program through its new Fold Business platform, enabling employers to offer recurring bitcoin-denominated bonuses that are automatically converted, custodied, and vested by Fold without altering existing payroll systems. This post Fold (FLD) Launches Bitcoin Bonus Program for Employers Through Fold Business Platform first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Strait of Hormuz Blockade: Trump Says No Ship Moves Without US Navy Approval

President Donald Trump declared Thursday that the United States has total control over the Strait of Hormuz and that no ship can enter or leave without U.S. Navy approval. Key Takeaways: President Trump declared on April 23, 2026, that the U.S. Navy has sealed the Strait of Hormuz pending an Iran deal. Iran seized two

CLARITY Act Gains New Urgency as More Than 100 Crypto Organizations Urge Senate Action

Crypto market structure legislation is gaining urgency as U.S. industry groups press Congress to act. Faster movement on the CLARITY Act could shape regulation, investment, and America’s position in digital finance. Key Takeaways: Over 100 organizations back CLARITY Act, pushing faster U.S. crypto legislation. Coinbase, Ripple, and Circle among signatories warning delays risk weakening U.S.

Pantera Capital Urges Satsuma to Dump All Bitcoin as Shares Collapse 99%

Bitcoin Magazine Pantera Capital Urges Satsuma to Dump All Bitcoin as Shares Collapse 99% Pantera Capital is urging Satsuma Technology to sell its remaining bitcoin and return capital to shareholders after a sharp share price decline. This post Pantera Capital Urges Satsuma to Dump All Bitcoin as Shares Collapse 99% first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Sam Bankman-Fried Drops New Trial Motion as FTX Portfolio Hypothetical Goes Viral

Sam Bankman-Fried withdrew his pro se Rule 33 motion for a new trial this week, preserving the right to refile after his pending appeal is resolved. Key Takeaways: Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) withdrew his Rule 33 new trial motion on April 22, 2026, without prejudice, preserving the right to refile after his Second Circuit appeal concludes.

100+ Crypto Firms Urge Senate to Advance Clarity Act, Warn of Innovation Moving Offshore

Bitcoin Magazine 100+ Crypto Firms Urge Senate to Advance Clarity Act, Warn of Innovation Moving Offshore Over 100 cryptocurrency firms and industry organizations are urging the U.S. Senate to move forward on long-delayed market structure legislation, cautioning that further delays could drive innovation and capital abroad. This post 100+ Crypto Firms Urge Senate to Advance Clarity Act, Warn of Innovation Moving Offshore first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Presses Senate to Pass Crypto Market Structure Legislation

Bitcoin Magazine U.S. Treasury Secretary Presses Senate to Pass Crypto Market Structure Legislation Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told a Senate panel Wednesday that passing comprehensive crypto legislation is vital to maintaining U.S. financial leadership. This post U.S. Treasury Secretary Presses Senate to Pass Crypto Market Structure Legislation first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Tops $79,000 as Trump Extends US-Iran Ceasefire, S&P 500 Climbs

Bitcoin climbed to an 11-week high above $79,000 on Wednesday, after President Donald Trump extended the U.S.-Iran ceasefire indefinitely, easing fears of renewed conflict in the Middle East that had been pressuring global markets for weeks. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin climbed past $79,000 on April 22, 2026, hitting an 11-week high after Trump extended the U.S.-Iran

Russia’s Sberbank Ready to Enter Crypto Trading as Russia Moves Toward Regulation

Bitcoin Magazine Russia’s Sberbank Ready to Enter Crypto Trading as Russia Moves Toward Regulation Sberbank will provide access to crypto trading once regulation and organized exchange trading begin, Senior Vice President Ruslan Vesterovsky said. This post Russia’s Sberbank Ready to Enter Crypto Trading as Russia Moves Toward Regulation first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Infinite Launches Fiat and Stablecoin Bank Accounts Powered by Erebor Bank for US Businesses

Infinite, a B2B stablecoin payments company, launched Infinite Accounts on Wednesday, giving businesses dedicated bank accounts with unique routing numbers that operate across both traditional payment rails and stablecoin networks through a single API. Key Takeaways: Infinite launched Infinite Accounts on April 22, 2026, combining fiat and stablecoin rails into one API. Erebor Bank, N.A.,

American Bitcoin ($ABTC) Activates 11,000 New Bitcoin Miners, Expanding Hashrate Capacity

Bitcoin Magazine American Bitcoin ($ABTC) Activates 11,000 New Bitcoin Miners, Expanding Hashrate Capacity American Bitcoin (ABTC) announced it had energized more than 11,000 new mining machines at its Drumheller facility. This post American Bitcoin ($ABTC) Activates 11,000 New Bitcoin Miners, Expanding Hashrate Capacity first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Moneygram and Stellar Expand USDC Push Amid Stablecoin Growth

Stablecoin-based remittances are moving deeper into mainstream payments, widening access to faster cross-border transfers and digital dollar services. Moneygram’s expanded Stellar partnership signals stronger momentum for blockchain infrastructure in everyday financial use. Key Takeaways: Moneygram expands USDC services to boost cross-border remittance access. Stellar enables faster, lower-cost transactions through blockchain rails. Circle-backed infrastructure signals continued

New York Sues Coinbase and Gemini Over Alleged Illegal Prediction Market Gambling Operations

Bitcoin Magazine New York Sues Coinbase and Gemini Over Alleged Illegal Prediction Market Gambling Operations New York Attorney General Letitia James has sued Coinbase and Gemini, alleging their prediction market platforms constitute illegal gambling operations. This post New York Sues Coinbase and Gemini Over Alleged Illegal Prediction Market Gambling Operations first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Whales Accumulate 45,000 BTC as Warsh and Paparo Back Bitcoin’s Role

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Whales Accumulate 45,000 BTC as Warsh and Paparo Back Bitcoin’s Role Bitcoin rose to around $76,000 as whales accumulated 45,000 BTC and institutional inflows surged, while U.S. officials including Kevin Warsh and Admiral Paparo signaled growing acceptance of Bitcoin in finance and national security. This post Bitcoin Whales Accumulate 45,000 BTC as Warsh and Paparo Back Bitcoin’s Role first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

SEC Chair Drives Pro-Crypto Agenda as Innovation Exemption Nears for On-Chain Securities Trading

Clearer crypto rules and lighter compliance demands could redirect U.S. capital markets strategy under SEC Chairman Paul S. Atkins. The shift points to broader support for blockchain finance while keeping investor protection central to oversight. Key Takeaways: Atkins outlined a sharper SEC push for clearer crypto oversight. CFTC coordination could ease market friction for digital

Top U.S. Pacific Commander Calls Bitcoin a “Valuable Computer Science Tool” for National Power And Security

Bitcoin Magazine Top U.S. Pacific Commander Calls Bitcoin a “Valuable Computer Science Tool” for National Power And Security Admiral Samuel Paparo of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command told the Senate Armed Services Committee that Bitcoin is a “valuable computer science tool as power projection." This post Top U.S. Pacific Commander Calls Bitcoin a “Valuable Computer Science Tool” for National Power And Security first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Curve Founder Urges DeFi Safety Standards After KelpDAO Incident

Curve Finance founder Michael Egorov is calling for industry-wide security standards after a wave of DeFi exploits. Investors say repeated failures are part of the sector’s evolution, not a sign of decline. Key Takeaways: Curve Finance’s Michael Egorov has urged for industry-wide DeFi standards after recent onchain exploits, targeting centralized weak points. Requests Ethereum and

1xBit Highlights User Trade-Offs in Regulated iGaming Platforms

This sponsored press release was provided by 1xBit and was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. 1xBit operates as a crypto iGaming platform built around digital asset transactions. The 1xBit platform serves a growing segment of crypto-native users who prefer direct interaction

Jason Lowery Appointed Special Assistant to U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Commander, Bringing Bitcoin Strategic Expertise

Bitcoin Magazine Jason Lowery Appointed Special Assistant to U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Commander, Bringing Bitcoin Strategic Expertise Jason Lowery, former Deputy Director of Technology & Innovation at the United States Space Force and author of "Softwar," has been named Special Assistant to the Commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, where he will advise on strategic priorities with his unique perspective on Bitcoin as a power-projection technology. This post Jason Lowery Appointed Special Assistant to U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Commander, Bringing Bitcoin Strategic Expertise first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

No More Suing: SEC Chair Paul Atkins Swaps Lawsuits for ‘ACT’ Strategy

In a move that has the crypto world exhaling a collective sigh of relief, SEC Chairman Paul Atkins officially declared that the era of “regulation by enforcement” is hitting the scrap heap in favor of a proactive “ACT” strategy. Key Takeaways: SEC Chair Paul Atkins officially replaced the agency’s “regulation by enforcement” era with a

Capital B Buys 12 Bitcoin, Expands Treasury to 2,937 BTC

Bitcoin Magazine Capital B Buys 12 Bitcoin, Expands Treasury to 2,937 BTC Capital B confirmed the acquisition of 12 bitcoin as it continues to build out its treasury strategy centered on the digital asset. This post Capital B Buys 12 Bitcoin, Expands Treasury to 2,937 BTC first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin, Ether Lead $1.36 Billion ETF Weekly Inflow

The week of April 13 to 17 marked a decisive shift for crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Bitcoin ETFs led with nearly $1 billion in inflows, ether extended a strong recovery, and both XRP and solana posted solid gains. Key Takeaways Bitcoin ETFs drew $996.38 million between April 13–17, led by Blackrock’s IBIT with $906.1 million

Bitmine Buys Over 100,000 ETH in Largest Weekly Purchase Since December

Bitmine has added more than 100,000 ETH in its largest weekly purchase in four months, bringing its holdings above 4% of the total supply. The move underscores its aggressive strategy to dominate ethereum treasury holdings. Key Takeaways: Bitmine bought 101,627 ETH, raising holdings to 4.12% and nearing its 5% supply goal. Bitmine’s 3.33 million ETH

Spot Bitcoin ETFs Cross $1B Last Week in Inflows as Cumulative Flows Approach Record High

Bitcoin Magazine Spot Bitcoin ETFs Cross $1B Last Week in Inflows as Cumulative Flows Approach Record High U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs saw $996.4 million in net inflows last week — the strongest since mid-January — extending a three-week streak that has added over $1.8 billion and pushed year-to-date flows back above $1 billion after earlier outflows. This post Spot Bitcoin ETFs Cross $1B Last Week in Inflows as Cumulative Flows Approach Record High first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Network Eases as Difficulty Slides 2.43% and Hashprice Rises 13.65% 

Bitcoin’s mining difficulty eased this week, declining 2.43% from the prior target and settling at 135.59 trillion. This adjustment comes on the heels of the previous epoch’s 3.87% increase and marks the fifth downward revision recorded this year. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin difficulty fell 2.43% to 135.59T on April 17, 2026, easing mining conditions. Hashrateindex.com shows

‘No More Mr. Nice Guy’ — Trump Warns Iran to Accept Deal or Lose Every Bridge and Power Plant

President Donald Trump threatened Sunday to destroy every power plant and bridge in Iran after Iranian gunboats fired on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, pushing a fragile Pakistan-brokered ceasefire to the edge of collapse. Key Takeaways: Trump threatened to destroy every power plant and bridge in Iran if the country rejects a proposed

‘Think Even Bigger’: Michael Saylor’s New Signal Hints at Another Massive Strategy Bitcoin Buy

Strategy’s bitcoin positioning drew heightened attention as Michael Saylor’s latest signal reinforced expectations of continued accumulation. The update underscored how investors interpret these cues as indicators of potential balance sheet expansion and sustained institutional demand. Key Takeaways: Strategy doubled down on bitcoin, signaling aggressive accumulation intent. Michael Saylor’s cue fueled expectations of a major treasury