Bitcoin News and Finance: What You Need to Know

America just locked its GDP data on nine blockchains, unleashing a bold new era of transparent, tamper-proof federal reporting that cements crypto’s role in economic infrastructure. America Just Made GDP Immutable—9 Chains Now Store Federal Data The U.S. Department of Commerce announced on Aug. 28 that it has published the second quarter 2025 gross domestic […]

Falcon Finance has launched an onchain insurance fund with an initial $10 million contribution to enhance risk management and protect users of its USDf stablecoin ecosystem. $10M Backstop: Falcon Finance Establishes Onchain Safeguard According to the release shared with Bitcoin.com News, Falcon Finance has established an onchain insurance fund, seeding it with an initial $10 […]

DeFi Development Corp. disclosed it has purchased $77 million worth of solana ( SOL) using proceeds from a recent equity financing round. Public Company DeFi Dev Corp. Now Holds $371M in Solana On Thursday, DeFi Development Corp. (Nasdaq: DFDV) revealed it had acquired 407,247 solana ( SOL) at an average price of $188.98 per token. […]

On Aug. 28, crypto investigator ZachXBT sparked a controversy by accusing XRP holders of being “exit liquidity” for insiders. His claim prompted counter-allegations from a researcher that ZachXBT’s hostility stems from a rejected offer to work for Ripple. The ‘Exit Liquidity’ Rationale The online crypto sleuth ZachXBT stirred a hornet’s nest on Aug. 28 when […]

A major leap in global finance is underway as USDC settlement integrates into banking infrastructure, unlocking faster, cheaper international payments without disrupting existing fiat systems. Circle and Finastra Forge Alliance to Bring USDC Settlement to Banks Worldwide Circle Internet Group Inc. (NYSE: CRCL) announced on Aug. 27, 2025, a strategic partnership with financial software provider […]

Lightning Network data reveals a clear pullback in both capacity and channel count over the past year. As activity thins out, the network is showing stronger pockets of centralization—clustered around a handful of node operators, specific server hosts, and dominant geographic hubs. Lightning Network Contracts: Data Reveals 30%+ Drop in BTC Capacity The most visible […]

Mastercard and Circle have expanded their partnership to enable settlement in USDC and EURC stablecoins for acquiring institutions across Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Adoption by Key Acquirers Mastercard and Circle have announced a major expansion of their partnership to enable settlement in USDC and EURC stablecoins for acquirers across Eastern Europe, the […]

Tazapay, a cross-border payments infrastructure platform, has secured strategic backing from Ripple and Circle Ventures in its Series B funding round led by Peak XV Partners. Funding to Fuel Global Expansion Ripple and Circle Ventures were among the heavyweight investors that participated in the Series B funding round for Tazapay, a cross-border payments infrastructure platform. […]

A wave of fraudulent support calls is targeting crypto traders, exploiting API permissions to siphon funds and triggering urgent action across the digital asset security landscape. Binance Issues Warning on Fraudulent Calls Aimed at Crypto Theft Binance chief executive Richard Teng addressed a growing security concern on social media platform X on Aug. 26, warning […]

XRP charges into mainstream adoption as Ripple’s CEO endorses Gemini’s no-fee credit card offering 4% crypto rewards, sparking explosive interest across the digital asset landscape. Ripple CEO Drops Bold XRP Card Endorsement Ripple chief executive Brad Garlinghouse praised Gemini’s new XRP-branded credit card on social media platform X on Aug. 25, sharing a photo of […]

XRP is dominating a record-breaking surge as CME crypto derivatives smash past $30 billion in open interest, signaling explosive institutional demand and maturing market momentum. XRP Leads as CME Crypto Derivatives Blow Past $30B Milestone CME Group announced on social media platform X on Aug. 25 that its crypto futures suite crossed $30 billion in […]

Economist and longtime Bitcoin critic Peter Schiff has warned that BTC’s recent 13% drop to under $109,000 signals deeper weakness. Market Context and Recent Price Action Economist and bitcoin critic Peter Schiff has said the top cryptocurrency’s decline by 13% to under $109,000 since peaking at $124,517 is a sign of weakness that should be […]

Bitcoin is seizing the spotlight as the ultimate safeguard against inflation, AI disruption, and reckless policy, with Tim Draper backing its rise as unstoppable and inevitable. Tim Draper Declares Bitcoin a Lifeline in Era of AI, Inflation, and Policy Chaos Venture capitalist Tim Draper, a well-known early investor in Tesla, Spacex, Skype, Coinbase, and Robinhood, […]

XRP is charging into the mainstream as a powerhouse for payments and rewards, now fueling instant crypto cashback with the launch of a sleek new credit card. New XRP Credit Card Turns Every Purchase Into Instant Token Accumulation XRP’s expanding role in payments and rewards continues to gain momentum as it becomes integrated into mainstream […]

Galaxy Digital, Multicoin Capital, and Jump Crypto are reportedly working to raise $1 billion for a dedicated solana treasury. The plan would create the largest structured reserve of solana to date, signaling deep institutional confidence in the blockchain. Institutions Circle Solana as Firms Plan Billion-Dollar Token Reserve Galaxy Digital, Multicoin Capital, and Jump Crypto are […]

Bitcoin’s price has slipped under the $110,000 mark for the first time in 47 days. Bears currently have the upper hand, with the top crypto asset struggling to regain its footing after the latest string of pullbacks. Bitcoin Crashes Below $110K — $186M Liquidated in 24 Hours Bitcoin’s week has been rocky, slipping 5.7% against […]

The OCC doubles down on allowing community banks to partner with stablecoin firms, aiming to boost innovation and digital services. OCC Clarifies Stablecoin Strategy—Community Banks Can Lead the Next Wave The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) stated on social media platform X last week that community banks could broaden their reach in […]

Bitcoin is on a collision course with $1 million as institutional giants mobilize, governments secure reserves, and ETF momentum explodes—according to Coinbase’s CEO. $1M Bitcoin Coming as ETFs, Governments, and FOMO Align, Says Coinbase’s CEO Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong projected that bitcoin could reach $1 million within the decade, pointing to broad shifts in regulation, […]

Toyota Blockchain Lab, in partnership with Ava Labs, has rolled out a technical white paper introducing the Mobility Orchestration Network (MON)—a blockchain-powered framework aimed at weaving trust into global mobility systems and freeing up capital for the next generation of vehicles. MON Seeks to Unlock Capital for EVs and Autonomous Fleets With Verified Data Toyota […]

After hovering near $114,500 for much of the day, bitcoin tumbled to a Sunday low of $110,671 per coin. The slide came just after ether notched a fresh record high, with the broader crypto market dipping 1.5% in the past hour. Traders Grapple With Whiplash Moves as Bitcoin Slides Digital assets had an eventful Sunday […]

Japan is poised for a stablecoin revolution as SBI Holdings and Circle launch a game-changing joint venture to supercharge USDC adoption and Web3 innovation nationwide. SBI and Circle Ignite Japan’s Digital Finance Future With New USDC-Powered Venture Japanese financial giant SBI Holdings Inc. announced on Aug. 22, 2025, that it has established a joint venture […]

Millions are unknowingly trapped in a financial nightmare—earning for decades yet ending up broke, a crisis Robert Kiyosaki links to broken money systems and missing education. Robert Kiyosaki Breaks Down the Trap That Turns Earners Into Lifelong Strugglers Robert Kiyosaki, author of the best-selling book Rich Dad Poor Dad, has weighed in once again on […]

XRP’s legal status stands strong as the court finalizes appeal dismissals, ending Ripple and SEC challenges and cementing a pivotal precedent in U.S. crypto regulation history. Court Finalizes Ripple v SEC Appeal Dismissals, XRP Classification Holds Firm The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit on Aug. 22, 2025, formally acknowledged that both Ripple […]

Friday closed with ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) surging on a $338 million inflow, marking another strong win and a record $7 billion in trading activity. Bitcoin ETFs, despite broad inflows, were dragged red by a heavy $198.8 million exit from Blackrock’s IBIT. Bitcoin Logs Sixth Day of Losses As Ether Scores $338 Million Inflows Crypto […]

Kraken has become the first major cryptocurrency exchange to fully integrate distributed validator technology into its Ethereum staking infrastructure using the SSV Network. This deployment is a significant step in enhancing the security and reliability of its staking services. SSV Network’s Distributed Validator Technology Now Live on Kraken The technology decentralizes validator operations by splitting […]

Sharplink Gaming Inc. announced a stock repurchase program authorizing the buyback of up to $1.5 billion of its common stock. Sharplink Commits to $1.5 Billion Return of Capital via Buybacks The Sharplink Gaming Inc. (Nasdaq: SBET) news propelled the company’s shares 15% higher during Friday’s trading session. The significant market reaction highlights investor approval of […]

The team behind Ethena’s USDe, the third-largest stablecoin by market cap, has now opened the door for BNB to be used as collateral. The group also hinted that XRP and HYPE could soon be added to the roster of supported assets. Ethena Approves BNB Collateral, Teases XRP and HYPE Entry On Friday, Ethena Labs announced […]

The price of ethereum ( ETH) climbed sharply on Friday, hitting a level not seen in nearly four years. This upward move pushed ETH’s market value to $591 billion after brushing against its all-time price peak. Ethereum prices rose on Friday, reaching the $4,890 threshold on Deribit. Bitcoin and several other cryptocurrencies had already secured […]

The DOJ is boosting confidence across the crypto sector by affirming that decentralized software development won’t face prosecution absent intent to aid crime or control user funds. DOJ Fuels Crypto Boom With Major Win for Builders and True Decentralization The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is drawing sharper lines around cryptocurrency enforcement, signaling stronger protections […]

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