Bitcoin News and Finance: What You Need to Know

Bitcoin (BTC) recently hit an all-time high of $108,364, only to tumble to $92,118 within three days. This dramatic price drop coincides with growing political unease in the U.S., as the federal government faces a potential shutdown. Despite the downturn, some anticipate the emergence of a “God candle” that could mark bitcoin’s most impressive rebound […]

The Brazilian Senate scheduled a meeting to discuss the future and possibilities of crypto markets in 2025. The meeting will debate the opportunities and challenges that the adoption of these presents for the Brazilian state. Multi-Partisan Group Proposed to Discuss Crypto in the Brazilian Senate Next Year Crypto is becoming a common subject in legislative […]

Japanese investment firm Metaplanet Inc. has raised $60.6 million (9.5 billion yen) through two bond issuances to bolster its bitcoin (BTC) holdings. Metaplanet Completes $60.6 Million Bond Issuance for Bitcoin Purchases The Tokyo-based company announced the completion of its fifth bond series issuance on Dec. 20, raising 5 billion yen. This follows a previous tranche […]

The Solana dapp ecosystem reached significant monthly revenue numbers in November, with Pumpfun crossing the $100 million mark. Solana Dapp Revenue Goes Parabolic Solana’s decentralized applications (dapps) hit an all-time high of $365 million in November. According to Syndica research, Solana’s total dapp revenue of $365 million exceeded Solana’s network revenue of $92 million. Over […]

Craig Wright, an Aussie native who’s been loudly claiming he’s the mastermind behind Bitcoin, Satoshi Nakamoto, was handed a 12-month jail sentence, suspended for two years, by a U.K. court for contempt. This decision came down after Wright reportedly ignored a court order that barred him from pushing more legal claims tied to his Bitcoin […]

Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki predicts bitcoin will hit $350K by 2025, emphasizing its inclusive design to build wealth even with small investments. Robert Kiyosaki Says Bitcoin Will Skyrocket to $350K in 2025, Urges Investors to Own More BTC Robert Kiyosaki, renowned author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, has reiterated his bullish stance […]

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has dismissed the idea of the Fed holding bitcoin, emphasizing legal restrictions, as U.S. crypto policies and market dynamics rapidly shift. Why the Federal Reserve Can’t—and Won’t—Hold Bitcoin Anytime Soon Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell reiterated the central bank’s stance on bitcoin during a press conference Wednesday, following a rate […]

PRESS RELEASE. The second stop of HTX DAO’s “Confidence Journey” in China concluded successfully on December 13, 2024. The event, hosted by HTX DAO and co-organized by the SUNDOG Community, Balance, and HTX, featured prominent figures like Jiang En, founder of the China DOGE Association; Cheng Qian from the DOGE community; and Molly, spokesperson for […]

Binance’s BNSOL leads the Solana liquid staking ecosystem with its total value locked exceeding $1 billion. BNSOL Hits $1 Billion Mark Binance has announced a major milestone for BNSOL, its Solana liquid staking token. The token recently crossed $1 billion in total value locked (TVL), representing more than 10% of the market cap of all […]

Law enforcement’s swift action seized $900,000 in bitcoin from a Nigerian fraud scheme, and its soaring value may fully reimburse victims of a $1 million scam. Bitcoin Boom: Law Enforcement’s Quick Move Recovers Millions for Scam Victims The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Washington announced on Monday that bitcoin seized during a […]

Pantera Capital founder Dan Morehead backs the U.S. proposal for a strategic bitcoin reserve, urging a pivot from gold to “digital gold” to secure financial leadership. Dan Morehead Champions US Bitcoin Reserve Proposal Dan Morehead, founder and managing partner of hedge fund and venture capital firm Pantera Capital, appeared on CNBC’s ‘Fast Money’ last week […]

Binance was the first to receive a cease-and-desist letter from lawyers representing the social media influencer. PNUT Meme Coin Listings Trigger Potential Litigation Mark Longo owner of Peanut – the squirrel that rose to national stardom after it was seized and abruptly euthanized by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) – said […]

The entity claiming to have built the “airdrop tech” for the HAWK meme coin now blames Haliey Welch for the token’s implosion. Hawk Meme Coin Business Partner Turns on Haliey Welch Overhere, the company claiming to have launched the HAWK meme coin – named after Internet sensation Haliey Welch, also known as Hawk Tuah Girl […]

Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin launch sparks a warning against “FOMO,” as early supply shortages could cause temporary price spikes before stabilizing near $1. RLUSD Launch Warning: Why Ripple CTO Urges Caution Amid Initial Supply Issues Ripple’s chief technology officer, David Schwartz, has issued a measured warning about early price volatility for the company’s U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin, […]

Ripple’s groundbreaking RLUSD stablecoin launches on Tuesday, set to transform global payments with instant settlements, defi integration, and unrivaled regulatory compliance. Ripple Launches RLUSD Stablecoin: The Revolution in Global Payments Begins Ripple is gearing up for the global debut of Ripple USD (RLUSD), an enterprise-grade stablecoin launching on Dec. 17. Designed for trust, utility, and […]

The market valuation of tether (USDT) has now ballooned to a staggering $140 billion. On Dec. 16, this stablecoin’s market cap makes up 3.75% of the colossal $3.73 trillion crypto universe. Tether’s Market Share Soars in 2024 The journey of the dollar-pegged digital economy has been quite the adventure since stablecoins first hit the scene, […]

FTX Trading Ltd. (FTX) and its affiliated debtors have locked in Jan. 3, 2025, as the kickoff day for their court-endorsed Chapter 11 Reorganization Plan. FTX Creditor Distribution Is Coming Soon According to the press release, this date will also act as the debut distribution record for creditors within the plan’s convenience categories. In the […]

An Australian court fined Kraken $5.1 million AUD for offering a margin lending product to Australian customers without proper regulatory approval. Unlawful Credit Facility An Australian court has fined the digital asset exchange platform Kraken $5.1 million Australian dollars (AUD) for “unlawfully issuing a credit facility to more than 1,100 Australian customers.” The penalty concludes […]

Bitcoin, the flagship cryptocurrency, soared past the $105,000 mark on Dec. 15, 2024, reaching an intraday peak of $105,149 per coin. This represents a 4% increase against the U.S. dollar within the day, showcasing a strong performance in the crypto market. Record Breaking Surge: Bitcoin Hits $105,149 The digital currency’s market capitalization has now climbed […]

According to the latest stats, Bitcoin’s network hashrate has soared past the 800 exahash per second (EH/s) mark, based on the seven-day simple moving average (SMA). The network’s computing might has hit a record-breaking high of 805 EH/s. Bitcoin Hashrate Hits Record-Breaking 805 EH/s Over the weekend, bitcoin (BTC) has stayed comfortably above the $100,000 […]

Microstrategy’s $43 billion bitcoin bet propels it into the Nasdaq-100, fueling bullish momentum as institutional investors are expected to prepare for major crypto-driven gains. Nasdaq Adds $43B Bitcoin Giant Microstrategy: Institutional Buying Frenzy Ahead? Nasdaq Inc., a leading global technology company and stock exchange operator, announced its annual adjustments to the Nasdaq-100 Index on Friday, […]

Elon Musk’s SEC battle has drawn criticism from Ripple’s legal chief, Vivek Ramaswamy, and Chamath Palihapitiya, who accuse the regulator of corruption, coercion, and partisan overreach. SEC Faces Backlash Over Elon Musk Case: Ripple’s Legal Chief Weighs in Elon Musk’s ongoing battles with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have sparked fresh debates over […]

Aethir has partnered with the Blockchain Center Abu Dhabi (ADBC) to foster Web3 innovation in the MENA region. They will focus on advancing AI and gaming projects through Aethir’s $100 million Ecosystem Fund, which includes graphics processing unit (GPU) subsidies and token grants for eligible ventures. Aethir’s decentralized GPU cloud infrastructure provides high-performance computing solutions, […]

Bitcoin addresses are your wallet’s public identity, each with a unique purpose and evolution to match the growing needs of the cryptocurrency world. Unlocking Bitcoin’s Address Book: From P2PK to Taproot If you’re new to Bitcoin, understanding its address formats might feel like learning a new language. But fear not, because this informative editorial is […]

An early bitcoin investor was sentenced to two years in prison for evading taxes on $3.7 million in cryptocurrency gains, using mixers and secret wallets. Bitcoin Investor Sentenced: The High Cost of Hiding Cryptocurrency Profits Frank Richard Ahlgren III, a resident of Austin, Texas, was sentenced to two years in prison for “filing a tax […]

Bitcoin’s historic rally last week didn’t happen in isolation—it came amid a surge of retail investors, Ethereum ETF inflows, and more. This editorial is from last week’s edition of the Week in Review newsletter. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to get the editorial the second it’s finished. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the Return of Retail Bitcoin […]

Bitcoin and ether ETFs approved in January and July respectively, played a vital role in the industry’s record-breaking year. Crypto Gives ETF Industry a Second Wind Global exchange-traded funds (ETFs) averaged $4 billion in daily inflows and closed out with a record-breaking total of $1 trillion in annual inflows for 2024, according to reporting from […]

Blackrock has emphasized bitcoin’s growing portfolio significance, recommending a measured allocation strategy akin to mega-cap tech stocks. Bitcoin Meets the ‘Magnificent 7’: Blackrock’s Allocation Recommendation Blackrock Investment Institute (BII), a research division of Blackrock, the world’s largest asset manager, published a report titled “Sizing bitcoin in portfolios” on Thursday. The report examines bitcoin’s distinct characteristics, […]

Ripple’s legal chief criticized SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw as “more rogue than Gensler,” accusing her of defying court rulings. SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw Faces Growing Opposition From Crypto Industry Ripple’s chief legal officer, Stuart Alderoty, took to social media platform X on Wednesday to comment on the renomination of U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) […]

Peterffy wants to see more investors add bitcoin to their assets but keep their holdings to a minimum. Investors Should Add Bitcoin to Assets Billionaire founder of Interactive Brokers Group, Thomas Peterffy has advised clients to acquire some bitcoin but to keep their holdings small due to the volatility of the asset. Speaking on Wednesday […]