Bitcoin News and Finance: What You Need to Know

Ripple’s legal chief has issued a year-end warning to the SEC, highlighting key legal boundaries on crypto assets and cautioning against regulatory overreach in 2025. Year-End Message: Ripple’s Legal Chief Warns SEC Against Repeating Missteps in 2025 Ripple’s chief legal officer, Stuart Alderoty, took to social media platform X on Dec. 31 to highlight key […]

A Syrian non-governmental organization has proposed a “Bitcoin Policy” for the country, urging the new government to adopt a bitcoin-based banking system. Syrian Transitional Authority Seeks Legitimacy A Syrian non-governmental organization (NGO) has urged the country’s new leadership to consider building a banking system that relies on the Bitcoin network and associated technologies. In its […]

On New Year’s Eve, Linda Yaccarino, CEO of X Corp (formerly Twitter), shared an exciting glimpse into what 2025 holds for the company. She introduced “X TV,” a new feature on the horizon, and hinted at the much-anticipated payments system, X Money. CEO of X Corp Hints at Social Media App’s Money Transfer Platform Throughout […]

10x Research and its CEO and Head of Research, Markus Thielen, have recently taken a more cautious stance on bitcoin (BTC), prompting a re-evaluation of market conditions. Has Bitcoin Peaked? Analysts Spot Ominous Signals In a market update published on Dec. 29, 2024, the firm acknowledges the cryptocurrency’s resilience, however, emerging technical patterns suggest the […]

The IRS will allow crypto holders on centralized exchanges to bypass strict tax regulations in 2025, preserving flexibility in reporting and tracking digital asset sales. IRS Announces Temporary Relief for Some Crypto Holders The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued a temporary relief measure, which is expected to benefit cryptocurrency holders using centralized finance (cefi) […]

2024 was nothing short of a rollercoaster for crypto aficionados, featuring key milestones that shook the industry. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) greenlit both spot bitcoin and ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs), Bitcoin experienced its fourth halving event, and the digital asset smashed through the $100,000 threshold. Buckle up as we revisit the year’s […]

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) said it will deprecate ECDSA after 2030. Government to Deprecate Bitcoin Signature Cryptography The cryptography underpinning Bitcoin’s digital signatures – Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm (ECDSA) – will be deprecated by the government after 2030, and some bitcoiners are urging the community to saddle up and find […]

Recently, Elon Musk, the owner of X, switched his profile name to Kekius Maximus, and things took a wild turn in the world of crypto. A meme coin named kekius maximus (KEKIUS) has exploded, soaring by an eye-popping 1,500% in just one day. KEKIUS Soars 1,500% After Musk’s Wild Name Switch The meme coin KEKIUS […]

Russia is set to make the digital ruble mandatory for banks and large merchants by 2025, pushing widespread adoption through universal QR code payments. Russia Moves to Mandate Digital Ruble for Banks and Merchants A bill has been introduced to Russia’s State Duma that seeks to make the use of the digital ruble, Russia’s central […]

2024 has been a banner year for bitcoin, and this weekend on Reddit, the crypto community dove into a lively debate about the leading digital currency’s cycles. Bitcoin enthusiasts pondered whether the classic four-year halving cycle could lose its forecasting mojo. From Predictable Pasts to Revolutionary Futures Although bitcoin has ridden through numerous rollercoasters of […]

On Monday, Bloomberg spotlighted Blackrock’s Ishares Bitcoin Trust, or IBIT, as the “greatest launch” in exchange-traded fund (ETF) history. Bitcoin Takes Center Stage as Blackrock’s IBIT Breaks Records Blackrock, the world’s largest asset manager, reached an all-time peak of $11.5 trillion in assets under management by the end of Q3 2024, thanks to significant net […]

Donald Trump clinched the presidential nomination in November, creating a frenzy of bitcoin price predictions that range from a modest $130,000 to a mind-bending $49 million per coin. Top Minds Predict Bitcoin’s Price Trajectory A black swan event is an occurrence so rare and unpredictable that no one sees it coming, yet its impact is […]

El Salvador’s vice president highlighted bitcoin’s role in economic growth during a meeting with China’s ambassador, emphasizing Chinese cooperation in advancing digital infrastructure projects. El Salvador Spotlights Bitcoin Wealth in Discussions With Chinese Delegation El Salvador’s Vice President Félix Ulloa highlighted the country’s bitcoin success in a meeting with Chinese Ambassador Zhang Yanhui, the Office […]

According to data, Polymarket experienced its busiest month ever in November, driven largely by the U.S. Presidential Election. However, December’s activity has cooled off, with trading volumes falling below not only November’s peak but also October’s numbers. Additionally, open interest has sharply declined, dropping from nearly $500 million to a current total of $117 million. […]

During the opening week of the year, the Kheavyhash algorithm—used for mining kaspa (KAS)—topped the profitability charts among proof-of-work (PoW) algorithms. Fast forward to today, and Scrypt has claimed the crown as the most lucrative choice for miners, particularly those extracting dogecoin (DOGE) and litecoin (LTC). Mining Algorithms Push Limits in a Historic Year As […]

Sunday has been a rollercoaster for bitcoin prices, with the top crypto asset dipping to a low of $92,941 per coin. The whole crypto market took a hit, dropping by 1.61%, while BTC itself lost 1.42% in the last 24 hours. Cryptoquant Data Shows Bitcoin’s Sell-Side Liquidity Plunged to 6.6 Months Bitcoin hit a low […]

The National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) has issued new regulations on crypto-related activities. The directive, dated Dec. 26, mandates that individuals or entities involved in crypto asset transactions, such as fund mobilization, trading, and settlements, must obtain a license from the relevant authorities. Engaging in these activities without authorization may result in penalties under Cambodia’s […]

Robert Kiyosaki predicts bitcoin will hit $350K in 2025, slamming Blackrock for suppressing BTC prices and urging investors to buy before institutional whales take over. Robert Kiyosaki Slams Blackrock – Doubles Down on $350K Bitcoin Price Target Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki reaffirmed his stance on bitcoin, the U.S. dollar, and global economic […]

Over the past year, our newsroom has put several generative AI chatbots to the test, asking them to forecast everything from the U.S. election to the prices of gold, silver, ethereum, and, naturally, bitcoin. This time, we decided to spice things up: we challenged nine AI chatbots to predict bitcoin’s price on Feb. 15, 2025, […]

Bitwise, one of the largest asset managers in the U.S., has filed for clearance to launch an ETF tracking the performance of companies holding bitcoin as a reserve asset. The instrument, called Bitwise Bitcoin Standard Corporations ETF, would own stocks of companies having more than 1,000 BTC. Bitwise Files Bitcoin Standard ETF Prospectus Bitwise, one […]

The U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has reaffirmed its stance on the immediate taxability of staking rewards, doubling down on a position assumed in 2023 as part of internal guidelines. In a recent filing related to an ongoing lawsuit, the service argues that the rewards generated through staking do not constitute new property and should […]

Corporations are fueling the bitcoin boom, with top 60 public companies amassing 591,368 BTC—Microstrategy dominating the list with an unrivaled 444,262 bitcoins. Top 60 Bitcoin-Holding Corporations—The Hidden Titans Fueling the BTC Boom Microstrategy’s executive chairman, Michael Saylor, shared a detailed list on social media platform X on Friday, revealing the top 60 publicly traded companies […]

The Christmas holiday season has already been eventful for the crypto markets, as Bitcoin and Ethereum have both pulled back from their recent peaks. Despite those bearish moves from the key market leaders, some altcoins have shown considerable strength, while others are surging skywards and giving their holders reason to celebrate. Among those are 3 […]

Eric Semler, chairman of Semler Scientific, has predicted that more companies will adopt the bitcoin standard, as not owning bitcoin will be considered “irresponsible.” Semler attributes the slow implementation of bitcoin as a reserve asset in public companies to the conservative approach of some institutions. Semler Scientific’s Eric Semler Predicts Bitcoin Adoption Will Keep Growing […]

Binance expects India to lead global crypto regulation in 2025, driven by progressive frameworks aimed at boosting trust, fostering innovation, and expanding blockchain utility. Will 2025 Be the Year India Leads the Global Crypto Regulatory Race? India’s role in cryptocurrency regulation is drawing attention, with Binance expressing optimism that the country will take a leading […]

Citi analysts forecast strong crypto growth in 2025, driven by Trump’s policies, rising ETF inflows, and stablecoin innovation, signaling a bullish outlook for bitcoin and defi. Citi’s 2025 Crypto Forecast: Factors Driving Crypto Growth Citi analysts have identified several pivotal factors that could influence the cryptocurrency market in 2025, following a record-breaking year spurred by […]

The report was published by the exchange to highlight its Anti-Scam Refund Initiative. Binance Users Could Have Lost Millions in Scams Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, published a report on Monday showing that it foiled malicious scams on its platform that could have cost its users as much as $129 million. The company, whose […]

South Korea has seen a significant surge in cryptocurrency adoption, with the number of users jumping by 610,000 in November to reach 15.59 million. Trump Victory Sparks Renewed Interest in Crypto The number of cryptocurrency users in South Korea jumped by 610,000 in November, reaching 15.59 million by month’s end, according to data from the […]

Russia is embracing bitcoin for international trade to bypass Western sanctions, signaling a strategic shift toward digital currencies to counter economic isolation and strengthen global partnerships. Russian Trade Goes Crypto – How Bitcoin Is Reshaping Global Power Dynamics Russia’s finance minister, Anton Siluanov, disclosed that Russian companies are utilizing bitcoin and other digital currencies for […]

Bitcoin could hit $500,000 if governments consider strategic reserves, with mounting demand from ETFs, corporations, and institutions outpacing limited supply, driving prices sharply higher. $500K Bitcoin Could Be Next – $200K Will Be Quaint Once Reserves Kick In Matt Hougan, chief investment officer at Bitwise Asset Management, shared his bullish outlook for bitcoin during an […]