Bitcoin News and Finance: What You Need to Know

The U.S. seeks to forfeit millions in crypto from a Binance account, alleging wire fraud and money laundering tied to a fraudulent investment scheme. US Government Moves to Forfeit Crypto Seized from Binance Account The U.S. government has initiated a civil forfeiture action against cryptocurrency holdings seized from a Binance account, alleging their involvement in […]

The SEC’s decision to drop its dealer rule lawsuit appeal marks a major victory for the crypto industry, ending a legal battle over regulatory overreach and signaling change. A Win for the Crypto Industry The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has voluntarily dropped its appeal in the lawsuit challenging the dealer rule, securing a […]

China’s holdings of U.S. Treasuries have fallen to a 15-year low, driven by a preference for less visible accounts and a desire to reduce reliance on the U.S. financial system. Geopolitical Tensions Fuel China’s Treasury Shift The amount of U.S. Treasuries held by China has dropped to its lowest level since 2009. The decline is […]

On Thursday, Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the Silk Road, posted on social media expressing that Roger Ver warrants support and that “no one should spend the rest of their life in prison over taxes.” Ross Ulbricht Rallies Support for Roger Ver After regaining his freedom earlier this year, following Donald Trump’s inauguration and the […]

Bitcoin’s bull market is accelerating, fueled by institutional adoption, Trump’s pro-crypto policies, and soaring ETF inflows, with analysts citing a confluence of positive catalysts ahead. Bitcoin Bull Market Is Loading—Here’s What’s Fueling the Surge Bernstein analysts believe bitcoin is entering its next major rally, driven by institutional investment, government policies, and the growing impact of […]

Wintermute, a crypto market maker, is expanding its operations into the U.S., including opening a New York office and introducing OTC products for American customers. Wintermute Plans U.S. Expansion, Cites Trump’s Pro-Crypto Stance Wintermute, one of the largest liquidity providers in the crypto market, is set to expand into the U.S. with plans to open […]

Nigeria has sued Binance for $81.5 billion for running an unlicensed operation and tax evasion. Nigeria Demands Binance Pay for Economic Harm The Nigerian government has reportedly filed a lawsuit against Binance, seeking $79.5 billion in compensation for “economic losses” and $2 billion in back taxes. The lawsuit, filed in Federal High Court in Abuja, […]

Betting big on bitcoin, Microstrategy is raising $2 billion through convertible notes to fuel further BTC acquisitions, reinforcing its vision as the ultimate bitcoin treasury firm. Strategy Targets $2B in Fresh Capital—A High-Stakes Bet on Bitcoin’s Future Software intelligence firm Microstrategy (Nasdaq: MSTR), now rebranded as Strategy, announced on Feb. 18 that it intends to […]

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One man and his team racked up more than $100 million in memecoin profits via a trading method called “sniping.” Sniping Legend Nets More Than $100M in Memecoin Profits There are snipers, then there’s Naseem, the legendary trader who pocketed $100 million from the Trump memecoin launch in January. But is he really a skilled […]

Robinhood plans to launch crypto trading services in Singapore by late 2025, through its Bitstamp acquisition, marking a strategic expansion into Asia’s digital asset hub. The move aligns with Singapore’s crypto-friendly regulations and Robinhood’s broader global growth strategy. Singapore Primed as Next Crypto Hub for Robinhood Robinhood is preparing to enter the Singapore crypto market […]

Bitcoin is poised for unprecedented mainstream growth, with experts predicting institutional adoption, regulatory clarity, and investment inflows could drive its value to historic highs. Bitcoin’s 2025 Breakout: Expert Sees Unstoppable Mainstream Growth Optimism about bitcoin’s future is increasing, with analysts and industry leaders anticipating significant progress in its adoption. As BTC cements its position as […]

Hackers compromised the X account of the Saudi Law Conference to promote a fake memecoin called KSA. KSA Memecoin Fails to Gain Traction On Feb. 17, hackers impersonating Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman launched a fake memecoin called KSA. The launch was announced on the X account of the Saudi Law Conference, which […]

Metaplanet announced on Monday that it has acquired an additional 269.43 BTC, valued at approximately $26.4 million (¥4 billion). This latest purchase brings the company’s total holdings to around 2,031 BTC, which is worth about $196 million at current prices. With an average purchase price of around $80,700 per bitcoin, Metaplanet’s overall investment in bitcoin […]

The SEC is seeking candidates for its Investor Advisory Committee, emphasizing investor protection and regulatory priorities as it shifts toward a more pro-crypto stance under new leadership. Investor Advisory Committee to Shape SEC Policies—Who Will Join? The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced on Feb. 14 that it is seeking candidates for its Investor […]

Goldman Sachs significantly expanded its Bitcoin ETF holdings in Q4 2024, increasing its stake in the Ishares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) by 88% to $1.27 billion, according to its latest SEC filing. The firm also boosted its investment in the Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC) by 105%, now holding $288 million in shares. While […]

Bitcoin could soar to $1.5 million by 2030, Ark Invest’s Big Ideas 2025 report predicts, citing surging institutional adoption, resilient market demand, and its growing role as “digital gold.” Ark Invest’s Bold Bitcoin Price Predictions Ark Investment Management (Ark Invest) unveiled its “Big Ideas 2025” report earlier this month, highlighting key technological and financial trends […]

The White House’s crypto czar and Crypto Council are driving a market-shifting overhaul, with top officials coordinating and imminent moves set to redefine digital asset regulation. Crypto Czar David Sacks Signals a Market-Altering Crypto Overhaul David Sacks, the White House’s crypto czar, provided an update on digital asset coordination in Washington via social media platform […]

The mere announcement of Trump’s tariffs last week triggered billions in liquidations across the crypto market, reinforcing the sector’s heightened sensitivity to political risk. 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. Trump’s Economic Moves Make Crypto […]

On Valentine’s day, Tigran Gambaryan reiterated claims that rogue Nigerian lawmakers demanded a $150 million bribe in exchange for dropping the case against the cryptocurrency exchange. Fake Meeting Tigran Gambaryan, head of financial crime compliance at Binance, has reiterated the claim that rogue Nigerian lawmakers demanded $150 million in exchange for dropping the case against […]

Bitget has acquired a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license from Bulgaria’s National Revenue Agency, advancing its European Union expansion strategy. Cryptocurrency Exchange Bitget Secures Regulatory Approval in Bulgaria According to the team’s statements shared with Bitcoin.com News, the license permits Bitget to operate a crypto exchange, trading, transfer, custody, and wallet services in Bulgaria, […]

The exchange more than doubled its year-on-year revenue and posted Q4 earnings per share 109% higher than analyst estimates. Strong Q4 Showcase: Coinbase Beats Estimates, Defying Market Predictions Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase (Nasdaq: COIN) beat analyst estimates by an eyepopping 109% when it revealed its Q4 earnings report on Thursday. The firm raked in $6.6 billion […]

Bloomberg reports that China’s Gaorong Ventures invested $30 million in Hong Kong’s Hashkey Group, valuing the crypto unicorn near $1.5 billion. Gaorong Ventures Bets on Crypto With $30 Million Investment in Hashkey Gaorong, an early investor in Chinese internet firms such as Meituan and PDD Holdings Inc., has entered the digital asset arena amid growing […]

Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team has partnered with cryptocurrency platform Coinbase in a multi-year deal fully paid in USDC stablecoin, marking a first in Formula One history. USDC Stablecoin Fuels Landmark F1 Sponsorship Between Aston Martin Aramco and Coinbase The Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team rebranded in 2021 under owner Lawrence Stroll, announced […]

The Bank of Montreal (BMO), Canada’s third largest bank by asset size, quietly purchased approximately $150 million in spot bitcoin ETFs. The information came to light when the bank filed its Form 13F-HR with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Thursday. The regulator requires institutional investment managers who manage more than $100 million […]

Recently unsealed court records indicate that a family was kidnapped by a group of six individuals in Chicago last November. Kidnappers asked for a $15 million ransom in cryptocurrency before releasing the family near a dry cleaning business. Kidnappers Demand $15 Million Crypto Ransom for Release of Family in Chicago As crypto gains relevance, more […]

The non-fungible token (NFT) enterprise Doodles has unveiled plans to debut a Solana-powered digital currency, capped at roughly 10 billion units. NFT Project Doodles Sets 10 Billion ‘DOOD’ Tokens in Motion On Thursday, the brand’s X account proclaimed the arrival of *DOOD*, its official blockchain asset. “Introducing DOOD, the official token of Doodles,” the announcement […]

The SEC and Binance have agreed to pause their lawsuit for 60 days as regulators craft new crypto rules, a move that could reshape digital asset oversight in the U.S. SEC and Binance Reach Agreement to Pause Lawsuit for Regulatory Review The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and defendants Binance Holdings Ltd., BAM Trading […]

Bitpanda has secured approval from the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to operate in the United Kingdom, marking a significant regulatory milestone for the European cryptocurrency platform. This approval, along with a recently obtained MiCAR license, allows Bitpanda to expand its offerings in the UK, which include a range of crypto products such as staking, […]

Bahrain’s central bank is developing regulations for stablecoins to reduce transaction costs and increase financial access. Making the Digital Asset Space Safer Bahrain’s central bank is drafting regulations on stablecoin issuance, the Middle Eastern country’s Finance and National Economy Minister Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa recently disclosed. Once enacted, the stablecoins are expected to […]