Bitcoin News and Finance: What You Need to Know

Lawmakers are pushing back on a Biden administration rule redefining decentralized finance participants as “brokers,” warning it risks stifling U.S. cryptocurrency innovation and driving it overseas. Biden’s Crypto Rule Sparks Backlash: Will It Push Blockchain Innovation Overseas? U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Representative Mike Carey (R-Ohio) have introduced a joint resolution aimed at overturning […]

Better Markets filed an amicus brief in the SEC vs. Ripple case, criticizing the court’s ruling for ignoring the economic realities of Ripple’s XRP token sale. District Court Failed to Appraise Today’s Investor Better Markets, a non-profit committed to building a resilient financial system, has filed an amicus brief in the case between the U.S. […]

The pre-authorization for Okx brings it closer to obtaining a complete MiCA license after establishing a dedicated MiCA hub in Malta. Okx Inches Closer to Full MiCA License Okx Exchange has announced the receipt of Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) pre-authorization for Virtual Financial Assets (VFA). This is a precursor to obtaining a full MiCA […]

David Balland was found alive on Wednesday evening after a harrowing two-day manhunt conducted by France’s elite police tactical unit Groupe d’intervention de la Gendarmerie nationale (GIGN). David Balland Rescued After Two-Day Manhunt Ledger co-founder David Balland was rescued late Wednesday evening after being kidnapped on Tuesday in the small French town of Vierzon by […]

PRESS RELEASE. Following the success of its Devnet phase, LayerEdge proudly announces the launch of its Incentivized Testnet, marking a major milestone in the mission to build a Bitcoin-backed internet. The Testnet advances LayerEdge’s vision of extending Bitcoin’s unparalleled security guarantees through groundbreaking technology and a modular approach to trust-minimized verification. Devnet Highlights The Devnet […]

Lesetja Kganyago, governor of the South African Reserve Bank, criticized crypto lobbyists at the World Economic Forum in Davos for pushing countries to add Bitcoin to their reserves. South Africa Central Bank Chief Questions Lobbyists’ Focus on Bitcoin The governor of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB), Lesetja Kganyago, has slammed crypto lobbyists calling on […]

Coinbase CEO recently stated that his exchange would delist Tether’s USDT if authorities demand it or if Tether fails to comply with new US laws. New Stablecoin Regulations on Horizon Coinbase Global CEO Brian Armstrong has said his cryptocurrency exchange would have no choice but to delist the stablecoin issued by Tether, known as USDT, […]

President Trump’s appointment of Acting SEC Chair signals a pro-crypto shift, with promises of clearer regulations to foster innovation and economic growth. Acting SEC Chair Pushes for Clearer Crypto Regulation, Replacing Gensler’s Tough Stance President Donald Trump has appointed Mark T. Uyeda as Acting Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the agency […]

Fulfilling one of his campaign promises, President Trump has issued a full pardon to Ross Ulbricht, creator and operator of Silk Road, one of the largest dark net markets ever created. Silk Road was one of the pioneering markets in the utilization and adoption of cryptocurrency. In truth Social, President Trump stated he called Ulbricht’s […]

AI crypto projects are a top narrative right now – and MIND of Pepe (MIND) is looking to capitalize. Its presale has raised over $2.5 million in less than a week. The early hype has been compounded after one well-known crypto analyst called out its huge potential, citing its mix of AI trading features and […]

Bitcoin’s price action is currently retesting a key support level with several macro-factors in play that could contribute to another strong bullish rally. Possible Breakout for Bitcoin Based on Current Support Level Matrixport’s recent bitcoin report highlighted the possibility of a bitcoin price breakout after retesting a critical support level. The report noted that the […]

On Monday, following Donald Trump’s inauguration and address—an event that made no mention of bitcoin or crypto assets—the cryptocurrency market experienced a pullback. Bitcoin fell 5.7% from its all-time high (ATH) of $109,356 recorded on Jan. 20, slipping to $103,092 per coin. Bitcoin Sinks Below $104K Following Trump Inauguration Silence on Crypto Contrary to predictions […]

The Ethereum Foundation has announced the creation of a new multi-signature wallet using the Safenet platform to enhance its treasury operations and facilitate participation in the decentralized finance (defi) ecosystem. Ethereum Foundation Begins Transition to Safe Multisig Wallet The wallet, which operates on a 3-of-5 multisig structure, is located at address “0x9fC”. A transaction has […]

A new study has found that 14% of Americans have acquired Donald Trump’s memecoin, $TRUMP, since its launch on Jan. 17. Americans Prefer Memecoins With Extensive Media Coverage One in seven Americans, or 14% of the population, have acquired Donald Trump’s memecoin, $TRUMP, since its launch on Jan. 18, according to a study. Although its […]

In a notable financial shift, bitcoin’s valuation underwent a sharp descent, plummeting from a peak of $106,294 to a lower bound of $99,462. This decline signals a significant alteration in the digital currency’s recent path. Bitcoin’s Sudden Plunge Sparks Market Mayhem The market capitalization of bitcoin (BTC) currently hovers around $1.98 trillion, mirroring the unexpected […]

Following the unveiling of the melania meme (MELANIA) token, her husband’s meme coin has experienced a pronounced decline, now trading 34% below its peak valuation of $73.43 per coin. Launched on Friday, the TRUMP token has nevertheless demonstrated a notable appreciation in value since its introduction. At its current price of $47.93 to $48.65 per […]

Defai is a convergence of artificial intelligence and decentralized finance, poised to simplify on-chain tasks and unlock new opportunities. This piece is a guest post by Blocmates. Blocmates is an invaluable crypto news and educational resource that offers clarity in the often complicated and jargon-filled crypto space. In this timely article, Blocmate’s Gaz explains this […]

Following the debut of the official Trump token, Melania Trump, the former model and spouse of Donald Trump, has introduced her own meme coin. The launch of the cryptocurrency was unveiled through her X account, and according to data from dexscreener.com, its value has increased by over 10,000%. From First Lady to Crypto Queen? Melania […]

Robert Kiyosaki predicts bitcoin will hit $250,000 by 2025, reveals he’s buying more, and calls it a simple path to wealth amid economic instability. Robert Kiyosaki Explains Why Bitcoin Is the Road to Riches Robert Kiyosaki, the renowned author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, has reiterated his bullish stance on bitcoin. His book, a global […]

As of this week, Sky, the decentralized finance (defi) initiative previously recognized as Makerdao, has witnessed its newly launched stablecoin, USDS, exceed the $2 billion threshold. Among the top ten stablecoins, it experienced the most significant expansion in supply over the past month. Sky’s USDS Climbs to Top Five While DAI Holds Its Ground Sky’s […]

Merely two days prior to Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th President of the United States, Bitcoin.com News engaged in an intriguing dialogue with multiple chatbots, soliciting their forecasts for bitcoin’s price post-ceremony on Monday. Forecast Frenzy: AI’s Bold Bitcoin Predictions Ahead of Trump’s Big Day This weekend, our newsdesk indulged in an intellectual frolic, […]

Friday’s trading session delivered a substantial influx of $979.22 million into 10 of the 12 spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), while spot ethereum ETFs accrued $23.87 million, reinforcing a pronounced shift in institutional engagement with digital assets. Friday’s Crypto ETF Frenzy In the bitcoin ETF domain, Blackrock’s IBIT emerged as the dominant recipient, attracting $375.92 […]

Axios reports that Sen. Ted Cruz, a Republican from Texas, plans to wield the Congressional Review Act (CRA) next week to challenge a tax regulation that infringes on the rights of cryptocurrency brokers. This move is seen not just as a procedural tactic but as a principled stand against the expanding reach of governmental authority […]

Swiss state-owned bank Post Finance AG has expanded its digital-asset offering by introducing staking for ethereum (ETH), allowing holders to earn passive income. The bank plans to add staking for other tokens soon. Post Finance, which started trading and custody services for cryptocurrencies nearly a year ago, is the first systemically important bank to offer […]

As bitcoin’s valuation experiences a notable upswing, miners are deriving substantial financial advantages from an elevated hashprice—the metric denoting daily revenue earned per petahash per second (PH/s) of computational power devoted to the Bitcoin network. BTC Mining Revenues Soar as Hashprice Climbs Miners have seen a marked increase in profitability as BTC exceeded the $105,000 […]

On Jan. 17, the Digital Sovereignty Alliance, a nonprofit established by Tron DAO, formally announced its sponsorship of President-elect Donald Trump’s Crypto Ball. In parallel, a source with knowledge of the situation informed Bitcoin.com News that World Liberty Financial, the decentralized finance (defi) arm of the Trump family, is set to integrate TRX into its […]

Global markets jumped higher after a softer-than-anticipated Consumer Price Index report, with QCP Capital spotlighting noteworthy advancements in both the cryptocurrency space and traditional equities. Market Analysis Says Ethereum and Altcoins Poised for Takeoff as Bitcoin Stabilizes QCP Capital reported that bitcoin climbed 4.13%, touching a peak of $100.8K before settling just shy of the […]

The integration of ElizaOS into Merlin Chain will allow the deployment of AI agents with the ability to facilitate cross-chain activities. Merlin Chain Partners With ElizaOS to Bring AI Agents to Bitcoin Merlin Chain, the bitcoin layer 2 network has announced a strategic integration with ElizaOS, an AI agent project. By working together, developers can […]

In a recent conversation with Fundstrat’s head of digital asset strategy, Sean Farrell, it was posited that bitcoin could climb to $175,000 within the year. This statement came shortly after the firm’s co-founder, Tom Lee, asserted on CNBC that bitcoin is poised to be the top-performing asset of the year. Farrell’s Forecast: Bitcoin to Breach […]

The total trade activity on centralized exchanges reached an all-time high of $11.3 trillion, up 7.58%, according to the report by CCData. Record Numbers for Spot and Derivatives Trading The overall spot and derivative trading volume for centralized crypto exchanges (cexes) hit a record high of $11.3 trillion in Dec. 2024. According to market data […]