Bitcoin News and Finance: What You Need to Know

Bitcoin is primed for a breakout as Tim Draper reaffirms his bold $250K target, citing accelerating institutional adoption, regulatory clarity, and powerful blockchain innovations. Tim Draper Reaffirms $250K Bitcoin Target Amid Institutional Surge and Regulatory Clarity Venture capitalist Tim Draper reiterated his long-held price target for bitcoin on social media platform X on June 4, […]

Trump Media is targeting up to $12 billion in capital through a sweeping SEC filing, accelerating its bitcoin acquisition strategy and positioning for massive crypto-fueled expansion. Trump Media Seeks SEC Approval to Raise up to $12 Billion to Advance Bitcoin Holdings Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. (Nasdaq, NYSE Texas: DJT), founded and majority-owned by […]

U.S. lawmakers are being pushed to act fast as calls intensify for a clear crypto regulatory framework that protects investors, fuels innovation, and reduces systemic risk. Former CFTC Chair Urges Swift Congressional Action on Crypto Oversight Former U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chairman Rostin Behnam testified on June 4 before the House Committee on […]

Bit Global has officially dropped its $1 billion lawsuit against Coinbase, with both firms agreeing to dismiss the case with prejudice, according to a joint court filing submitted Friday. Antitrust Accusation Dropped The joint stipulation, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, confirms that the dispute between Bit Global Digital […]

Metaplanet Inc. has announced a $5.4 billion equity raise to significantly increase its bitcoin holdings to 210,000 BTC by 2027, representing approximately 1% of the total bitcoin supply. Japanese Firm Aims for 1% of Bitcoin Supply with Ambitious Acquisition Strategy Metaplanet Inc., a Tokyo-listed investment company, has unveiled an ambitious plan to raise $5.4 billion […]

The president’s son made the announcement late Friday following a series of stern warnings to the firm behind a new Trump memecoin wallet. Trump Memecoin Wallet Kiboshed, but Potential Investment May Be on the Horizon While mainstream media has been fixated on the ongoing war of words between U.S. President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO […]

Four members of Congress introduced legislation on June 6, 2025, demanding the first comprehensive audit of U.S. gold reserves in over 65 years amid soaring national debt and global gold accumulation by central banks. Gold Audit Bill Demands Inventory of All Federal Bullion Holdings Representatives Thomas Massie (R-KY), Troy Nehls (R-TX), Addison McDowell (R-NC), and […]

Bitcoin ETFs reversed course with a sharp $278 million net outflow, driven by exits from seven major funds. Meanwhile, ether ETFs extended their green run to 14 straight days, netting a $11.26 million inflow. Bitcoin ETFs Slide With $278 Million Outflow But Ether ETFs Hold Strong With $11 Million Inflow Investor sentiment wavered again as […]

Amid a public debate regarding an executive order that increases the current tax on financial transactions, Brazil is considering taxing crypto transactions to mitigate the impact of the increase, which would affect a larger audience. Brazil Mulls Cryptocurrency Transaction Tax Cryptocurrency transactions are now in the spotlight in Brazil, becoming a key element in the […]

Tether has made a strategic investment in a pan-African blockchain financial solutions provider to enhance cross-border payments and global liquidity for African businesses. Stablecoins: The Heartbeat of Financial Transformation Stablecoin issuer Tether announced June 5 that it had made a strategic investment in Shiga, a pan-African blockchain-based financial solutions provider. This collaboration is expected to […]

Vanadi Coffee, a Spanish coffee franchise, will discuss the possibility of allocating up to 1 billion euros (nearly $1.1 billion) to establish a bitcoin treasury. The proposal, still to be approved, would position the company among the largest holders of bitcoin in Europe. Vanadi Coffee Seeks Redemption With 1B Euros Bitcoin Pivot The trend of […]

On Thursday, bitcoin dipped to $100,426, shedding nearly 4% of its value in a single day. Bitcoin (BTC) spent the day under pressure, sliding from just above $104,000 to about $100,500 per coin. While it hasn’t slipped beneath the six-figure line, the cryptocurrency has now held above $100K for 29 consecutive days—a record-setting stretch for […]

JPMorgan CEO delivers a dire wake-up call as he warns that internal chaos could dethrone the U.S. dollar and shatter American global supremacy. JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon Questions Future of US Dollar as Reserve Currency Amid Domestic Decline JPMorgan Chase (NYSE: JPM) CEO Jamie Dimon issued a stern warning at the Reagan National Economic Forum […]

With this investment, Tether leads Orionx’s Series A funding round for an undisclosed amount, aiming to expand the company’s foothold in Latam. The region is considered a fertile market for stablecoin-based financial services, as it has the second-largest proportion of unbanked adults. Tether Leads Orionx Series A Funding Round Tether, the leading stablecoin company, has […]

Ethereum-based credit protocol 3Jane has raised $5.2 million in a seed round led by Paradigm to build a scalable infrastructure for uncollateralized, crypto-native credit. Paradigm Backs 3Jane in Bid to Reinvent Onchain Credit 3Jane, a protocol focused on creating uncollateralized credit rails for decentralized finance (DeFi), has exited stealth mode with a $5.2 million seed […]

In May, bitcoin miner Riot Platforms produced 514 bitcoins, marking an 11% increase from the 463 mined in April and more than double the 215 produced in May 2024. Prioritizing Operational Excellence Bears Results Bitcoin miner Riot Platforms produced 514 bitcoins in May 2025, an 11% increase from the 463 bitcoins mined in April and […]

In May 2025, MARA Holdings produced 950 BTC, marking a 35% increase from April, and achieved a record 282 blocks mined. The company’s total bitcoin holdings rose to 49,179 BTC, with no sales during the month. MARA Holdings’ Bitcoin Production Increases by 35% in May MARA Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: MARA) reported a significant uptick in […]

Strategy accelerates its unstoppable bitcoin dominance with a bold IPO move, leveraging high-yield STRD stock to fuel record-breaking BTC acquisitions and expand market supremacy. Strategy Pushes Forward With Relentless Bitcoin Growth via STRD IPO Software intelligence firm Microstrategy (Nasdaq: MSTR), which has rebranded as Strategy, announced on June 2 its intention to initiate an initial […]

United Arab Emirates’s securities regulator has introduced the finfluencer license to regulate and supervise the promotion of digital financial content in the United Arab Emirates. Redefining Regulators’ Role in Digital Economy The Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) has launched what it calls the Middle East’s first “Finfluencer” license, a regulatory move designed to formalize and […]

XRP is trading at $2.18 at 5 p.m. Eastern time, with a total market capitalization of $128 billion and a 24-hour trading volume of $1.77 billion. Price action has fluctuated within a tight intraday range of $2.14 to $2.189, signaling cautious optimism amid macro and micro market movements. XRP In the 1-hour chart, XRP is […]

Santander is reportedly charging into the crypto frontier with plans for a MiCA-fueled stablecoin and retail crypto access to dominate Europe’s digital finance evolution. Santander Positions for Crypto Breakout With MiCA-Driven Stablecoin Plan Banco Santander SA is reportedly in the preliminary stages of evaluating a broader entry into digital assets, with a specific focus on […]

A donation of 468 bitcoin to the Ministry of Justice from a convicted drug trafficker has sparked a scandal in the Czech Republic, leading to the resignation of Justice Minister Pavel Blazek. Blazek claimed he was unaware of any illegal conduct related to the donation. Czech Republic Justice Minister Resigns After Bitcoin Donation Scandal A […]

With bitcoin’s price consolidating following the all-time high (ATH), the network’s computational power has reached an unprecedented zenith, touching a peak of 943 exahash per second (EH/s). Bitcoin Nears Zettahash Milestone Bitcoin’s global hashrate has reached a fresh pinnacle, with data reflecting a high of 943 EH/s based on the rolling seven-day simple moving average […]

Last week bitcoin hit a new all-time high on Bitcoin Pizza Day. Euphoria ensued, but despite the party atmosphere online, key metrics suggest the exuberant feelings may be grounded in more than just vibes. This editorial is from last week’s edition of the Week in Review newsletter. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to get the […]

XRP is powering Ripple’s bold challenge to SWIFT’s outdated payment system, delivering blazing-fast, low-cost, and transparent cross-border transactions through blockchain and stablecoin innovation. Ripple Unveils XRP Solution While SWIFT Struggles With Outdated Payment Rails Ripple shared in a blog post on May 28 that blockchain technology and the digital asset XRP could help resolve many […]

XRP futures just hit turbo mode as Coinbase unleashes nonstop U.S. trading, igniting unprecedented access, speed, and firepower for institutions racing into crypto derivatives. New Round-the-Clock XRP Futures Trading on Coinbase Coinbase Institutional announced on May 29 via social media platform X that it will soon provide continuous access to XRP and solana ( SOL) […]

Robert Kiyosaki hails bitcoin as the easiest way to get rich today, urging urgent action as hyperinflation looms and BTC’s explosive, scarce network gains unstoppable momentum. Robert Kiyosaki Reveals How Insanely Easy Bitcoin Has Made Getting Rich Today Robert Kiyosaki, author of the best-selling personal finance classic Rich Dad Poor Dad, has once again underscored […]

Amid ongoing economic negotiations, Pakistan’s unprecedented plan to integrate bitcoin into its national strategy has sparked concern from the International Monetary Fund, which was not consulted on the initiative. The country declared the establishment of a national bitcoin reserve and a digital asset authority during the Bitcoin Vegas 2025 conference, unveiling plans to allocate 2,000 […]

Hashkey Exchange welcomes XRP, making it more accessible to professional investors, bolstering its position in the digital economy. XRP Joins Hashkey Exchange: A New Era of Professional Investor Access Hashkey Exchange, a licensed crypto trading platform overseen by the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), has officially added XRP to its platform for professional […]

Binance.US roars back as the SEC drops its lawsuit, reigniting U.S. crypto access with restored USD services, soaring user activity, and a regulatory tide turning in crypto’s favor. SEC Defeat Marks Binance.US Victory in War Against Regulatory Overreach Crypto exchange Binance.US confirmed on May 29 that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has dismissed […]