Bitcoin News and Finance: What You Need to Know

Ripple slams brakes on speculation as it confirms no ties to Linqto’s collapsed resale scheme, asserts XRP is unaffected, and highlights strong private share performance. Ripple CEO Responds to Linqto Fallout, Emphasizes XRP Not Part of Share Issue Investor concerns over the handling of private Ripple shares intensified following federal investigations into Linqto’s high-markup resale […]

The U.S. SEC is embracing a bold new regulatory era for crypto, prioritizing innovation, tokenization, and market efficiency while vowing to end uncertainty and outdated enforcement tactics. SEC Targets Clarity and Innovation in Overhaul of Digital Asset Regulation Growing demand for clarity around digital asset regulation is prompting a significant shift at the U.S. Securities […]

Fed Chair Jerome Powell is at the center of a spiraling scandal as Congress faces mounting pressure to launch a full-scale investigation into a $2.5 billion Fed project meltdown. $2.5B Federal Reserve Project Sparks Allegations of Deception and Mismanagement Accusations of fiscal mismanagement and alleged deception have intensified scrutiny of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, […]

Figma’s board also recently approved a $30 million acquisition of spot bitcoin, which will be purchased at some point in the future. Figma’s SEC Filing Reveals Major Bitcoin ETF Position Worth $70M Software giant Adobe had positioned itself to acquire smaller competitor Figma in 2022 for $20 billion. But that move was struck down by […]

American Bitcoin, a crypto venture backed by Eric Trump, has raised $220 million from private investors to purchase bitcoin and mining equipment, with plans to go public via a merger with Gryphon Digital Mining. Crypto Firm American Bitcoin Goes Big With New Raise Amid Plans for Public Listing A crypto venture connected to the Trump […]

The Iranian cryptocurrency exchange Nobitex has begun a phased resumption of user wallet access following a significant hack that resulted in the loss of over $90 million. Focus on Spot Wallets The recently hacked Iranian cryptocurrency exchange, Nobitex, has begun a phased resumption of user wallet access following the incident. The move marks a key […]

Circle’s move to create a federally regulated digital currency bank signals a massive leap toward integrating crypto infrastructure directly into the core of U.S. financial regulation. Circle Seeks OCC Approval to Establish Federally Regulated USDC Trust Bank A national charter pursuit from a leading stablecoin firm signals accelerating institutional integration of digital dollars into the […]

A regulated crypto staking ETF is set to debut in the U.S., unlocking yield potential and paving the way for a new era of compliant digital asset investing. New ETF Combines SOL Exposure With Staking Income in Regulated Structure A yield-bearing crypto investment vehicle is about to make its debut in the regulated U.S. market, […]

XRP is emerging as the next big institutional crypto play as public companies embrace it as a treasury cornerstone, signaling explosive mainstream adoption. Wave of Public Firms Embracing XRP Sparks Institutional Crypto Shift A growing number of public companies are signaling a decisive pivot toward XRP as a strategic treasury asset, reshaping the narrative around […]

California-based financial services firm Robinhood is in the process of building its own layer 2 blockchain on Arbitrum, according to a press release published by the company on Monday. The announcement also featured multiple products and services that will be rolled out to European Union (EU) customers, such as tokenized U.S. stocks, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), […]

XRP climbed to $2.21 on June 29, 2025, marking a 1.3% gain on the day. The cryptocurrency posted a 24-hour trading volume of $1.32 billion and a market capitalization of $130.54 billion, trading within an intraday range of $2.18 to $2.22. XRP The 1-hour XRP/ USDT chart highlights short-term momentum that is skewing bullish. Following […]

U.S. lawmakers are racing to finalize landmark crypto legislation by September, aiming to lock in America’s dominance as the global leader in digital asset innovation. Lawmakers Unveil Legislative Priorities to Cement US Leadership in Cryptocurrency U.S. lawmakers are setting a definitive tone for digital asset leadership, targeting legislation to cement America as the global hub […]

Nigerian terrorist group Boko Haram is increasingly relying on cryptocurrencies, mobile money, and other digital tools to fund its operations, transferring millions acquired through ransoms, looting, and extorted “zakat” donations. Observers call these digital financing methods a “blind spot” in the fight against terrorism. Nigeria’s robust and largely unregulated crypto market, driven by economic necessity, […]

The Pan-African Payment and Settlement System has officially launched a currency marketplace aimed at reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar for intra-African trade. No Hard Currency Involved The Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) has launched the African Currency Marketplace, a major step toward reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar for intra-African trade settlements. This […]

Institutional DeFi enters a powerful new phase as the XRP Ledger activates a permissioned DEX, fusing compliance and decentralization to enable real-world blockchain finance access. XRP Ledger Powers New Permissioned DEX to Enable Institutional DeFi Access A landmark shift in decentralized finance (DeFi) is unfolding as institutional access expands through on-ledger compliance frameworks, setting the […]

Bitcoin is surging back into the spotlight as global debt fears mount, with Robert Kiyosaki calling BTC essential for protecting wealth and seizing massive upside potential. Kiyosaki Doubles Down on Bitcoin Amid Global Debt Bubble Warnings Robert Kiyosaki, author of the best-selling book Rich Dad Poor Dad, has once again highlighted bitcoin as a crucial […]

Robinhood launches micro XRP futures, expanding derivatives offerings amid rising XRP momentum and legal clarity to boost retail demand and reshape crypto trading. Micro XRP Futures Debut as Ripple Lawsuit Settles, Boosting Retail Access and Confidence Retail trading platform Robinhood (Nasdaq: HOOD) announced on social media platform X on June 27 the launch of new […]

Bitcoin miners are earning the least they have in a year, yet most still largely refuse to part with their coins, according to a new report from Cryptoquant researchers. Cryptoquant Report Signals Resilience in Bitcoin Mining Sector Despite Lower Profits Miner revenue slid to $34 million on June 22, the weakest since April 20, as […]

SOL Strategies, which has already invested millions as part of its strategic reserve strategy, will now also include decentralized, Solana-focused projects as part of this new push to support the wider Solana ecosystem and benefit from its growth. SOL Strategies Kickstarts Solana Strategic Ecosystem Reserve, Acquires Jito Tokens SOL Strategies, a Canada-based company that has […]

CME’s launch of XRP futures has surged past $542 million in trading volume, signaling rising global demand and fueling bullish projections for crypto markets into 2025. XRP Futures Surge on CME, Reinforcing Optimistic 2025 Projections Across Finance A month into its debut, XRP futures have sparked a new wave of institutional and retail interest in […]

The XRP case is concluding as Ripple drops its appeal and the SEC is expected to follow, locking in a landmark ruling that secures XRP’s legal clarity. Final Moves in XRP Case: Ripple Withdraws Appeal, SEC Set to Join A pivotal chapter in the XRP saga is closing as the long-running case officially comes to […]

Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase (Nasdaq: COIN) reached an all-time high of $382 on Thursday before closing at $369.21, a 43% price appreciation on a year-to-date basis, according to data from Yahoo Finance. Experts attributed the rally to the bullish sentiment over crypto legislation that may soon be signed into law later in the year. The Guiding […]

Bakkt Holdings, Inc. filed a $1 billion mixed securities shelf offering with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), potentially funding bitcoin acquisitions under its updated investment strategy. Crypto Firm Bakkt Seeks $1B in Flexible Capital Raise for Digital Assets The crypto platform’s Form S-3 registration, filed June 26, 2025, allows it to sell Class […]

Ripple reaffirmed XRP’s legal status after a federal judge upheld her previous ruling and rejected proposed settlement changes in a joint motion with the SEC, drawing renewed attention to the crypto’s regulatory outlook. Ripple Reasserts XRP’s Legal Status After Court Upholds Penalty Ripple Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty publicly addressed District Judge Analisa Torres’ rejection […]

XRP and tokens on the XRP Ledger can now flow across more than 35 blockchains as Ripple teams with Wormhole, unlocking next-level DeFi, tokenization, and institutional finance. Wormhole Integration Enables XRP and Tokens to Move Across 35+ Blockchain Networks Ripple announced on June 26 that cross-chain protocol Wormhole is now integrating with the XRP Ledger […]

Crypto exchange Kraken has launched Krak, a global money application designed to facilitate free local and international payments using both fiat currency and cryptocurrency. Zero-Fee Global Payments: Kraken Unveils Krak Money App The app aims to address persistent issues within traditional financial systems, which Kraken co-CEO Arjun Sethi described as slow, costly, and opaque. Kraken […]

The NYSE and SEC are actively discussing fast-tracked integration of tokenized assets, aiming to align crypto innovation with established market rules and regulatory clarity. Behind the NYSE-SEC Crypto Talks: Tokenized Assets May Hit Trading Floors Fast The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Crypto Task Force met with representatives from the New York Stock Exchange […]

Cryptocurrency just took a major step toward financial legitimacy as U.S. housing regulators move to treat it as verifiable mortgage reserve capital, reshaping borrower risk assessments nationwide. Mortgage Industry Faces Transformation as Federal Housing Authorities Move to Legitimize Crypto Reserves A bullish regulatory shift is underway as federal housing authorities move to recognize cryptocurrency as […]

Chinese authorities are ramping up efforts to enhance the international status of the yuan and reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar, particularly as confidence in the dollar wanes. Dollar Decline Aids Yuan China is intensifying efforts to elevate the yuan’s international standing and challenge the U.S. dollar’s global dominance, seizing an opportune moment as international […]