Bitcoin News and Finance: What You Need to Know

A group of U.S. lawmakers traveled to Argentina and met with President Javier Milei and other local crypto organizations to examine how the local ecosystem operates. The trip aimed to discuss regulation and identify joint challenges related to stablecoin adoption. U.S. Lawmakers Visit Argentina to Study Crypto Regulation and Discuss Adoption Argentina, a country known […]

The International Monetary Fund (IMF), a Washington DC-based financial institution under the United Nations, published an article on Thursday recommending what it calls “an updated System of National Accounts” (SNA), that measures and incorporates the value of emerging technologies, including Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, in the calculation of a country’s gross domestic product (GDP). The […]

On July 30, 2025, the President’s Working Group on Digital Asset Markets released a detailed fact sheet outlining its vision for establishing the United States as the global leader in digital financial technology. The announcement follows a 160-page report and marks a pivotal moment in the shift from regulatory uncertainty toward coordinated legislative and agency-driven […]

The White House unleashed a bold crypto strategy demanding immediate congressional action, with Ripple’s legal chief calling it a breakthrough blueprint from the “most pro-crypto Administration we’ve ever seen!” Ripple Legal Chief: Most Pro-Crypto Admin Delivers the Regulatory Signal Investors Need The White House released a 160-page report on July 30, through the President’s Working […]

Indonesia will hike tax rates on cryptocurrency transactions starting August 1, with sellers on domestic exchanges now facing a 0.21% tax on transaction value, while those using overseas exchanges will see their rate increase to 1%. Crypto’s Rising Popularity Fuels Tax Adjustments Indonesia is set to implement higher tax rates on cryptocurrency transactions starting August […]

On Wednesday afternoon, at block height 907849, a long-silent bitcoin stash finally stirred. The holder, who scooped up 500 BTC between June 10 and July 31, 2017, moved the coins for the first time in nearly eight years. From $1.3M to $58M: Dormant Bitcoin Awakens in Synchronized Transfers The date is July 30 on a […]

Stablecoins are redefining global payments with unmatched speed and efficiency, as Ripple’s RLUSD gains traction amid soaring demand across volatile markets and underserved financial corridors. Ripple Names Stablecoins as Core to Fast, Low-Cost Payments in Volatile Markets Ripple published a report on July 25, examining the role of stablecoins and highlighting leading payment providers shaping […]

Windtree Therapeutics has announced up to $520 million in new funding, with 99% of proceeds earmarked for BNB acquisitions, signaling one of the most aggressive crypto treasury moves by a public biotech company. Biotech Firm Windtree Doubles Down on Crypto With New BNB Plan Windtree Therapeutics (NasdaqCM: WINT) is pivoting aggressively into digital assets, unveiling […]

The stablecoin issuer has struck a partnership with a Florida-based fintech firm to make USDC available to traditional financial institutions. U.S. Banks Will Gain Access to Circle’s USDC via New Integration Circle (NYSE: CRCL) has agreed to integrate its flagship stablecoin USDC with a traditional payment platform dubbed “Money Movement Hub” run by a Florida-based […]

As fiat currencies weaken and hard assets surge, a 15% bitcoin allocation could redefine portfolios, with Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio spotlighting its rising strategic importance. Ray Dalio Discusses How 15% Bitcoin Strengthens Portfolio Risk–Return Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio appeared on the July 27 episode of The Master Investor Podcast with Wilfred Frost to […]

Upexi, Inc. (UPXI) has lined up a $500 million equity line deal to bankroll its business operations and boost its stash of Solana. But while the company gears up for crypto accumulation, UPXI shares have nosedived more than 17% over the past week. Zero-Fee $500M Equity Line Fuels Upexi’s Solana Treasury Plan The consumer products […]

Consensys has integrated Aave’s lending protocol into Metamask, enabling users to earn yield on stablecoins directly within the wallet. Aave Powers New MetaMask Stablecoin Yield Feature Consensys has selected decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol Aave to power its new “Stablecoin Earn” feature within the Metamask wallet. The integration allows users to earn yield on USDC, USDT, […]

Paypal ignites U.S. merchant adoption with instant crypto payments, cutting transaction fees by up to 90% and unlocking access to 650 million users in the $3 trillion crypto market. Paypal Lights up US Merchants With Instant Crypto Payments and 650M Reach Payments giant Paypal announced on July 28 that it is launching Pay with Crypto, […]

Cyprus law enforcement is investigating a complaint from a 48-year-old man who claims to have lost over $448,000 in digital assets due to a cyberattack. The theft occurred on June 11, but the victim reported it on July 26, prompting an inquiry by the police cybercrime division. Cyprus Police Probe Major Crypto Heist Police in […]

A wave of institutional crypto adoption is accelerating as six digital asset banks await federal charters, poised to unlock nationwide operations under dramatically loosened OCC oversight. Federal Greenlight Incoming? 6 Crypto Banks Await OCC Approval Six firms seeking to offer digital asset services have submitted applications for a national bank charter to the Office of […]

Welcome to Latam Insights, a compilation of the most relevant crypto news from Latin America over the past week. In this week’s edition, Brazil is set to debate Lula’s controversial crypto tax, the probe into Libra’s launch offers new revelations, and Nubank has launched a new token-based fidelity program. Brazilian Congress to Debate Lula-Imposed Crypto […]

Onchain data reveals that a wallet widely thought to belong to Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen has shuffled close to 60 million XRP since July 15. Despite the flurry of activity, the wallet still sits on a hefty stash—282.49 million XRP, currently valued at about $897 million. Massive XRP Transfers Link Back to Ripple Co-Founder and […]

Ethereum’s massive unstaking wave is unleashing a bold institutional pivot, with Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood highlighting the shift toward equity-based exposure, liquidity plays and staking alternatives. Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood Ties Ethereum Unstaking Wave to Institutional Power Shift Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood has offered an explanation for the recent surge in ethereum […]

A top expert says crypto’s old four-year cycle is dead, with institutional adoption, ETFs, and macro tailwinds now driving a longer, steadier surge in momentum. Crypto’s Four-Year Cycle Is Over—Expert Predicts Prolonged, Steady Surge Ahead Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan explained on July 25 on social media platform X that the traditional four-year cryptocurrency […]

Warning of an imminent historic crash, investors are being pushed toward real assets like bitcoin, gold, and silver as Robert Kiyosaki slams fiat and ETFs. Kiyosaki Sounds Alarm on ‘Biggest Crash in History,’ Doubles Down on Real Bitcoin Over ETFs Robert Kiyosaki, author of the best-selling book Rich Dad Poor Dad, has once again reiterated […]

Sharplink just landed Blackrock’s top crypto strategist, igniting a bold ethereum push with aggressive staking, institutional-grade execution, and a treasury strategy built for dominance. Blackrock Ethereum Chief Joins Sharplink With $10B ETH Strategy in His Grip Sharplink Gaming has tapped Blackrock’s top digital asset strategist, Joseph Chalom, as its new co-chief executive officer in a […]

JPMorgan strategists say stablecoins and tokenized real-world assets are becoming increasingly intertwined with traditional finance, according to a Bloomberg report. JPMorgan Flags Stablecoin Growth, Warns Against Overhype A growing convergence between digital assets and traditional finance is underway, JPMorgan strategists noted this week, highlighting two major developments: the integration of stablecoins into mainstream financial systems […]

On Friday at 4:30 p.m. Eastern, Galaxy Digital—a firm specializing in digital assets and data center infrastructure—announced in a press release that it had carried out one of the largest bitcoin moves linked to an early bitcoin holder by “completing the sale of more than 80,000 bitcoin.” Market Shrugs Off Galaxy’s Massive 80,000 BTC Sale […]

Christie’s International Real Estate has debuted the first major U.S. brokerage division focused exclusively on cryptocurrency-based home sales, The New York Times (NYT) reported. U.S. Brokerage Christie’s Pioneers Crypto Home Purchases Spearheaded by Aaron Kirman in Los Angeles, the division enables homebuyers to skip banks entirely by paying with digital currency, according to a report […]

Over the past 24 hours, Galaxy Digital has stirred up a frenzy online as its flagged wallet sets began unloading thousands of bitcoin ( BTC) onto exchanges. A hefty chunk of these transfers ties back to the massive 80,000 BTC Galaxy scooped up from a mysterious 2011 whale. Binance, Bybit, and Ghost Wallets Scoop Up […]

Justin Sun, founder of the Tron blockchain, rang the Nasdaq bell Thursday morning on behalf of Tron Inc. (Nasdaq: TRON), a new entity formed when Sun orchestrated a reverse merger with SRM Entertainment in June 2025. Prior to the deal, SRM was a publicly listed toy manufacturer that supplied products to theme parks such as […]

UCAR and Iotex Collaborate on Real-World Asset Tokenization UCAR Partners With Iotex A China-based electric vehicle (EV) company named U Power Limited (Nasdaq: UCAR) has joined forces with decentralized physical infrastructure (DePIN) firm Iotex to tokenize its network of battery swapping and charging stations, according to a Wednesday press release provided to Bitcoin.com. Battery swapping […]

Nature’s Miracle has unveiled a $20 million corporate treasury initiative focused on XRP, marking a significant move into crypto by a publicly traded vertical farming technology firm. Vertical Farming Firm Adopts XRP as Core Treasury Asset Nature’s Miracle Holding Inc. (NMHI), a vertical farming technology firm, has announced plans to establish a corporate treasury program […]

Coinbase Institutional and Glassnode project a constructive outlook for cryptocurrency markets in Q3 2025, driven by improving macroeconomic conditions, advancing U.S. regulation, and accelerating corporate adoption of digital assets. Fed Cuts, Regulation to Drive Crypto Gains: Coinbase & Glassnode Q3 Outlook Institutional analysts David Duong, CFA, Head of Research at Coinbase Institutional, and the team […]

Financial giants BNY Mellon and Goldman Sachs are driving a breakthrough in institutional finance, using blockchain to tokenize money market funds and unlock real-time, programmable asset flows. Wall Street Eyes $7T Fund Sector With New Digital Asset and Blockchain Push A new digital asset strategy is gaining traction as major financial players move to tokenize […]