Bitcoin News and Finance: What You Need to Know

A dinner between Ripple’s leadership and President-elect Trump has sparked speculation that Ripple’s legal battle with the SEC may soon conclude, potentially reshaping crypto regulation. Ripple’s Trump Meeting Could End SEC War – Is XRP About to Skyrocket? Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse and Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty attended a private dinner with President-elect Donald […]

Canaan, a bitcoin application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) mining rig manufacturer, unveiled the Avalon Mini 3 and Avalon Nano 3S, bitcoin mining devices that also function as home heaters, at CES 2025 in Las Vegas. Canaan’s Avalon Mini 3 and Nano 3S Blend Mining and Heating Blockchain hardware titan Canaan (Nasdaq: CAN) has unveiled two avant-garde […]

With Bitcoin—a 21st-century newcomer—at an all-time high and blockchain technology at a pivotal juncture, it’s an ideal moment to reflect on the roots of innovation. One story from British history comes to mind, illustrating ingenuity, adaptability, and the power of looking beyond traditional approaches. The following opinion editorial was written by Andrew MacKenzie, the Founder […]

Bitcoin and ether ETFs could be followed by an XRP ETF with a crypto-friendly Trump administration on the horizon. XRP ETF Could Be the Next Biggest Thing for Crypto in the U.S. Ripple President Monica Long stated in a Bloomberg interview on Tuesday that an XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF) may soon materialize as advantageous U.S. […]

Microstrategy’s bold bitcoin strategy added $14 billion in shareholder value in 2024, with BTC holdings soaring to 447,470 as corporate adoption accelerates. Microstrategy’s Bitcoin Empire Surges – $22B in BTC for 2024 Michael Saylor, executive chairman of software intelligence firm Microstrategy (Nasdaq: MSTR), has shared details on the company’s bitcoin acquisitions for 2024, highlighting significant […]

During the 2024 U.S. election campaign, a deepfake video spread across social media, falsely alleging voter fraud. Elsewhere, biased data in healthcare has warped AI outcomes, jeopardizing patient care. Opaque algorithms undermine decisions, destabilize markets, and erode trust in financial systems. AI’s risks are escalating, and its flaws are chipping away at public confidence. The […]

The departing CFTC Chairman Rostin Behnam is sounding the alarm on the lack of comprehensive regulation of cryptocurrencies in the U.S. Regulatory Gap The outgoing chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Rostin Behnam, has lamented what he termed the insufficient regulation of cryptocurrencies in the United States. Behnam argued that the U.S. needs […]

The stablecoin market, currently valued at $206 billion according to defillama.com, has experienced notable shifts, including growth in the first six days of 2025. Nearly $4 Billion Vanishes as Tether and Ethena Decline in Early 2025 Among the top ten stablecoins, tether (USDT) and ethena usd (USDE) recorded significant outflows, collectively amounting to nearly $4 […]

Over the past 30 days, Bitcoin and Ethereum network fees have remained relatively modest, even as prices have experienced an upward trend. During the first week of 2025, the average transaction fee on the Bitcoin network was $1.40. In comparison, Ethereum onchain fees were slightly lower during the first six days of January, reflecting a […]

Peter Brandt says XRP’s market cap could hit $500 billion if its bullish flag pattern holds, but warns the setup may fail if momentum stalls soon. XRP’s Next Move Could Drive It to $500 Billion, Peter Brandt’s Chart Hints Peter Brandt, a veteran trader with over four decades of experience in commodities and financial markets, […]

The letters serve as a damning indictment of the government’s alleged anti-crypto policies. How the FDIC Secretly Stifled Banks’ Crypto-Related Activities The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), an entity originally formed to restore trust in the American banking system, on Friday, quietly released letters it had previously sent to banks prohibiting them from engaging in […]

Coinshares’ asset management report showed that net inflows into global crypto funds reached a record $44.2 billion in 2024. Crypto Funds Shatter Record for Yearly Net Inflows Digital crypto investment products recorded a staggering $44.2 billion in net inflows in 2024. According to the latest Coinshares analysis by head of research, James Butterfill, the record […]

Solana was one of the networks that experienced explosive growth in 2024, both in technical and economic aspects. In December, Solana registered $304 million in inflows from other blockchains, only bested by Base and Hyperliquid. On the technical front, Solana passed its first block increase, which, although symbolic, signaled the willingness to make the changes […]

2024 was an extraordinary year for bitcoin, marked by an event of historical significance: the movement of five block rewards from 2009, which had remained untouched since they were mined. Last Year’s Genesis Echo On Sept. 20, 2024, between block heights 862,079 and 862,087, five ancient coinbase rewards, collectively worth 250 BTC, were spent. Bitcoin […]

As the first week of January 2025 nears the end, the cryptocurrency market boasts a valuation of $3.49 trillion, with numerous digital assets experiencing considerable appreciation since the year’s commencement. The most notable riser, with an increase of 147%, is freysa ai (FAI), a blockchain-based gaming token that melds artificial intelligence (AI), financial mechanisms, and […]

In October 2024, the volume of ethereum locked into liquid staking platforms surpassed the 14 million ether threshold. However, as of 2025, the total ETH held in these protocols has fallen below the levels recorded at the end of November. As of Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, approximately 13.78 million ether remains tied up in liquid […]

After an unprecedented rise in decentralized exchange (dex) and perpetuals volumes last month, these decentralized finance (defi) platforms have witnessed $52.81 billion in trading volume across the initial four days of January 2025. Uniswap and Hyperliquid Dominate Defi Trading Volumes in 2025 The new year kicks off with a promising note, as the crypto economy’s […]

While numerous so-called ‘dino’ cryptocurrencies have begun to reawaken, the Bitcoin fork known as bitcoin gold (BTG) has experienced an astonishing rise of 140.31% within the last 24 hours. On Saturday, this digital asset oscillated between an intraday low of $9.30 and a high of $23.27. South Korea’s Upbit Drives Bitcoin Gold Mania Years ago, […]

Decentralized finance (defi) is more than a catchphrase; it is a revolutionary system that replaces centralized control with individual sovereignty, enabling transparent, trustless, and voluntary exchanges that embody the principles of capitalism. Beyond Amusement: How Defi Brings Capitalism’s Core Values to Life Approximately 20 days ago, Bitcoin.com News shared an editorial exploring how decentralized finance […]

In a mere fortnight, Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin has witnessed its supply on Ethereum expand by $4.4 million. Yet, with 768 addresses in possession of the token, over 70% of the stablecoin’s supply lingers in the Ripple Deployer wallet or contract address. Ripple’s RLUSD Hits $4.4M in New Supply on Ethereum—Who Controls the Tokens? In 2024, […]

While many celebrate Bitcoin’s 16th anniversary it’s always a good idea to reflect on the fact that in contrast to fiat currency, bitcoin represents a fascinating attempt to anchor value in the immutable laws of cryptography, mathematics, and energy rather than the arbitrary decrees of governments. Fiat’s Illusion, Bitcoin’s Reality During its early years the […]

Airdrops are transforming blockchain engagement with almost $15 billion given to crypto users in 2024. Massive Surge in Rewards via Airdrops Airdrops have become highly valuable tools for marketing new crypto projects. According to an onchain analysis by Dropstab, a crypto aggregator, $14.91 billion was disbursed by various projects in 2024 to crypto users via […]

Some in the crypto community assumed the IRS was backpedaling on reporting requirements, but all requirements are still firmly in place, the agency simply announced a grace period for exchanges to upgrade their technology. IRS Grants Crypto Exchanges More Time to Implement Platform Upgrades Confusion ran rampant on Thursday after several publications posted ambiguous headlines […]

A collaborative study from Bybit and Block Scholes provides an in-depth examination of bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH) derivatives, shedding light on market behavior during the pivotal 2024 year-end options expiration. Bitcoin and Ethereum Open Interest: Bybit and Block Scholes Report Highlights a Picture of Stability The Bybit and Block Scholes analysis shared with Bitcoin.com […]

Binance has secured its 21st regulatory approval with Brazil’s central bank, bolstering its growing dominance and expanding its footprint in Latin America’s booming crypto market. Binance Expands Regulatory Dominance With Brazil Approval Crypto exchange Binance announced Thursday that it has secured approval from the Central Bank of Brazil to acquire Sim;paul, a licensed broker-dealer in […]

Michael Saylor’s bitcoin poll shows 77.7% of investors plan to boost their bitcoin holdings in 2025, signaling strong confidence in the cryptocurrency’s long-term potential. Saylor’s Poll Reflects Bitcoin Bullishness Among Investors Michael Saylor, the executive chairman of software intelligence firm Microstrategy (Nasdaq: MSTR) and a notable advocate in the bitcoin community, conducted a poll on […]

An analyst from H.C. Wainwright & Co., one of America’s most established financial institutions, anticipates an exhilarating year for bitcoin, driven by clearer regulations and enhanced institutional involvement. H.C. Wainwright’s Mike Colonnese Predicts Bitcoin to Hit $225K On Jan. 2, a CNBC report highlighted insights from H.C. Wainwright & Co., a Boston-based investment bank, indicating […]

End of the year data reveals a thrilling climb in the total value locked in decentralized finance (defi), which ballooned by 133.8% over the past year. December capped off this exciting trend with a flurry of activity as defi and onchain protocols amassed more than $1.5 billion in total revenue during the previous 30 days, […]

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 […]