Bitcoin News and Finance: What You Need to Know

Santander’s digital platform has debuted crypto trading for select markets, fusing major tokens with EU-regulated security to elevate traditional investing into the digital frontier. Santander’s Digital Platform Goes Live With Crypto Trading and EU Compliance Banking giant Santander announced on Sept. 16 that its digital subsidiary Openbank has launched cryptocurrency trading for clients in Germany, […]

Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan says the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is preparing “generic listing standards” for crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs), a move he says could open the gates to new spot offerings as soon as October. Bitwise Exec: Generic SEC Standards Would Cut Red Tape and Expand Crypto ETP Menus Hougan’s memo […]

Ripple is unleashing a $25 million RLUSD-powered boost to small businesses and veterans, fueling credit access, job creation, and nationwide economic opportunity with billion-dollar impact. Ripple Boosts Economic Inclusion With $25M RLUSD Donation to Key US Nonprofits Ripple announced on Sept. 15 a $25 million commitment to Accion Opportunity Fund and Hire Heroes USA, delivered […]

Crypto markets rebounded after last week’s consumer price index (CPI)-driven turbulence, with institutional inflows into BTC and ETH ETFs supporting a broader rally. Altcoins are stealing the spotlight as optimism builds around eventual ETF approvals. Crypto Regains Momentum as ETF Inflows and Altcoins Lead Rally After a shaky week tied to U.S. inflation data, crypto […]

Paypal is igniting a new era in peer-to-peer payments, unleashing personalized links and imminent crypto integration that supercharge global money movement across wallets, apps, and digital ecosystems. Paypal Advances Peer-to-Peer Strategy With Upcoming Crypto Functionality Payments giant Paypal announced on Sept. 15 the launch of Paypal links, describing it as “a new way to send […]

On Monday, while the crypto market shaved off 1.27% overall, the digital token AVNT — tethered to the decentralized exchange Avantis running on Base — decided to strut in the opposite direction, rising more than 53%. Native Token Tied to Avantis DEX Shoots Past $296M Market Cap Essentially, Avantis is a decentralized exchange (DEX) with […]

Fightfi, the company behind Fight.ID, said it expanded its partnership with UFC to develop blockchain-powered fan products and experiences on Sept. 14, 2025. UFC, Fightfi Outline Web3 Loyalty and Identity Plans The collaboration, according to the announcement, targets digital engagement for UFC’s global audience via Fight.ID’s platform, which connects fans and athletes with on-chain identity, […]

Based on market trackers, bitcoin’s price action in South Korea has been a seesaw ride when stacked against BTC’s weighted global exchange rate across multiple venues. Over the weekend, prices on local hubs like Upbit and Bithumb currently carry a slight markdown. Bitcoin in Seoul Dips Below Global Average; Coinbase Holds a Modest Premium At […]

On Sept. 14, solana reached its highest price in nearly eight months, breaching the $250 mark and pushing its market capitalization over $133 billion. Analysts Eye Further Gains for SOL Solana ( SOL) breached the $250 mark on Sept. 14 for the first time in months, capping off a strong rally that pushed its market […]

Hackers drained millions in crypto by exploiting SIM swap flaws, laundering the funds through a casino in a brazen digital heist now under DOJ asset seizure action. Feds Crack Down on SIM Swap Hackers Behind $5M Crypto Theft and Laundering Plot The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced this week that it has filed a […]

The recent claim of a 51% attack on Monero by the mining pool Qubic has raised concerns about the network’s security. Although the claim of a sustained attack was largely debunked, it highlighted a vulnerability that can be exploited using common mining hardware. Qubic’s 51% Attack Claim on Monero Sparks Security Debate The recent claim […]

According to the Altcoin Season Index from blockchaincenter.net, the altcoin party officially kicked off three days ago, and right now the needle is holding steady at a fiery 80 out of 100. Blockchain Center Flags 3-Day Altcoin Season: Endurance or Illusion? Altcoin season is still rolling, and crypto die-hards on social media are reveling in […]

The Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office has filed a lawsuit against prediction market platform KalshiEX LLC, alleging it illegally offered sports wagering to state residents without a license. Bay State Calls Kalshi ‘Sports Betting’; The Statute May Not Agree Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell brought the case Friday in Suffolk Superior Court’s Business Litigation Session, asserting […]

Analysts at cryptoquant.com say ethereum is riding “dual momentum,” pairing heavier institutional positioning with record onchain usage. Cryptoquant Report Notes Lower Selling Pressure While Ethereum’s Onchain Use Peaks In a recent analysis, Cryptoquant cites fund holdings that have roughly doubled since April 2025 to about 6.5 million to 6.7 million ETH, alongside wallet cohorts holding […]

Gemini’s Nasdaq debut ignites a powerful new chapter for crypto integration, as overwhelming investor demand and global reach position the platform for mainstream financial dominance. Gemini’s Nasdaq Debut Marks New Era for Crypto Market Integration Gemini (Nasdaq: GEMI), a global cryptocurrency platform, has debuted on Nasdaq following its initial public offering. On Sept. 12, Cameron […]

Bitcoin’s raw computing might just keeps flexing, and on Friday the network notched yet another record — blasting its hashrate up to 1,057 exahash per second (EH/s) or 1.057 zettahash per second (ZH). Bitcoin’s Hashrate Roars to 1.057 ZH/s Another day, another record-breaker for Bitcoin’s global hashrate. On Sept. 12, 2025, data from hashrateindex.com showed […]

The token was minted within minutes of the suspect’s arrest and has already generated almost four million dollars in trading volume. Degens Mint Memecoin Named After Charlie Kirk Assassin Tyler Robinson Not long after FBI Director Kash Patel, Utah Governor Spencer Cox, and Utah County Sheriff Mike Smith announced the arrest of Tyler Robison, the […]

Trump Media is unleashing a bold wave of America First ETFs under the Truth Social brand, fusing cultural alignment with financial innovation in an aggressive expansion strategy. Trump Media Broadens ETF Strategy With Patriotic Funds Under Truth Social Label Trump Media and Technology Group Corp. (Nasdaq, NYSE Texas: DJT), the parent company of Truth Social, […]

The FDIC spotlighted a forward-looking crypto agenda and fair access reforms, signaling a major pivot toward transparency, institutional clarity, and broader participation in digital finance. US Banking Regulator Drives Forward-Looking Crypto Agenda and Equal Access Initiatives The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), the agency responsible for safeguarding depositors and maintaining stability in the U.S. banking […]

Anthropic has raised $13 billion in a Series F round that values the artificial intelligence company at $183 billion post-money. Anthropic Sees New Funding The round was led by ICONIQ and co-led by Fidelity Management & Research Company and Lightspeed Venture Partners. Anthropic disclosed that it will use the capital to meet enterprise demand, advance […]

The controversial political activist was gunned down by an unknown assailant during the first stop of his “American Comeback Tour.” The Kirk-Ulbricht Connection: A Quiet Push for a Presidential Pardon Few know this, but Charlie Kirk was a Bitcoiner. An even smaller cohort knows about Kirk’s behind-the-scenes campaign to convince U.S. President Donald Trump to […]

The SEC is clearing the runway for crypto’s explosive rise, unveiling a bold vision for super-app platforms as its chair declares the industry’s time has come. SEC Unveils Vision for Super-App Crypto Platforms Amid Regulatory Shift U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Paul S. Atkins delivered a strong message on digital assets at the […]

Anticipation is surging around the Franklin XRP ETF as the SEC extends its review amid mounting institutional demand and XRP’s accelerating push into regulated crypto markets. SEC Extends Timeline for Franklin XRP ETF Amid Rising Investor Demand The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) revealed on Sept. 10 that it will extend its review period […]

Chainalysis is bringing institutional-grade compliance to over 260,000 XRPL tokens, enabling real-time tracking, enhanced transparency, and deeper investigative insight across the expanding XRP Ledger ecosystem. Chainalysis Rolls out Automatic Token Support for XRPL, Expanding Institutional-Grade Oversight Blockchain data platform Chainalysis announced on Sept. 8 that its support now goes beyond the native XRP token, offering […]

Robin Energy Ltd., a Cyprus-based international ship-owning firm providing energy transportation services, said it completed its initial $5 million bitcoin ( BTC) allocation as part of a newly adopted treasury framework. Robin Energy Allocates $5M to Bitcoin, Highlights Scarcity Case The company said on Wednesday that the purchase was executed through Anchorage Digital Bank N.A. […]

Ripple’s expanded alliance with a global banking giant marks a pivotal leap for crypto adoption, embedding institutional-grade custody into mainstream European finance under clear regulations. Ripple and BBVA Expand Partnership in Clear Signal of Crypto Integration Ripple announced on Sept. 9 that it is expanding its collaboration with BBVA, a major Spanish multinational financial services […]

Ethena Labs has submitted a proposal to operate Hyperliquid’s native USDH stablecoin, outlining a structure that begins with full collateralization in USDtb and a governance-linked security model. Blackrock, Securitize Ties Featured in Ethena’s USDH Bid for Hyperliquid The latest bid from Ethena positions USDH as “Hyperliquid-first,” initially backed 100% by USDtb, a stablecoin whose reserves […]

In a newly published report, BitMEX Research and its analysts say BRC-20 activity, not image inscriptions, is the greater strain on many Bitcoin node operators. UTXO Explosion Traced to BRC-20 Transfers, BitMEX Research Finds In the report, the researchers argue that small BRC-20 transfers expand the UTXO set and raise validation load more than large […]

Crypto venture capitalist and Paradigm co-founder Matt Huang says, “Tempo is purpose-built for stablecoins and real-world payments.” Stripe and Paradigm Announce Tempo to Power Onchain Payments Bitcoin is peer-to-peer digital cash, Ethereum is the world computer, and now Tempo, a new blockchain unveiled by payments giant Stripe and crypto venture capital firm Paradigm on Thursday, […]

Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) endured their worst week since inception, shedding $788 million, while bitcoin ETFs pulled in $246 million from Sept 1–5. Institutional Shift: BTC ETFs Post Gains While ETH Funds See Largest Weekly Exit The first week of September painted two starkly different stories for crypto ETFs. While bitcoin funds attracted fresh capital, […]