Bitcoin News and Finance: What You Need to Know

In the past 24 hours, bitcoin has slipped 1.8% against the U.S. dollar, and the bears have been calling the shots for the last two weeks, dragging the top crypto down by 13%. During the slump, a long-silent stash of 262.43 BTC—valued at just over $28 million—stirred from its digital slumber. $28 Million in Bitcoin […]

A record-breaking surge in crypto ETP filings is electrifying the digital asset space, with 155 new products targeting 35 cryptocurrencies now in line for approval—highlighting an unprecedented land rush of institutional capital eyeing the next wave of crypto market expansion. Crypto ETP Filings Hit Record High as Institutions Double Down A wave of optimism is […]

Bybit is supercharging its crypto derivatives lineup, adding XRP, mantle, and dogecoin to its USDT-margined futures and options suite, as institutional demand accelerates and traders hunt for deeper liquidity and sharper hedging tools. Bybit Expands Derivatives With XRP, DOGE, and Mantle Amid Rising Institutional Demand Growing institutional activity in crypto derivatives is pushing exchanges to […]

Crypto trading firm Falconx has agreed to acquire 21shares, one of the world’s largest digital asset ETF managers. The deal comes as Falconx considers a public listing and crypto ETFs surge in popularity under a friendlier U.S. regulatory environment. Falconx-21shares Deal Signals New Era for Crypto ETFs Crypto trading powerhouse Falconx is acquiring 21shares, an […]

The Federal Reserve is charting a bold new course by exploring a “payment account” framework that could give fintechs and crypto firms streamlined access to its core payment systems—ushering in a transformative era for blockchain integration in U.S. finance. New Fed Proposal Could Reshape How Crypto Firms Connect to the US Financial Grid A major […]

Crypto security panic is escalating as a new surge of highly deceptive scams sweeps the market following a $3 million XRP theft, sparking fresh investor fears and forcing a global rethink on wallet safety and digital asset protection. Ripple CTO Issues Urgent Warning Amid Explosive Rise in Crypto Phishing Scams Ripple Chief Technology Officer David […]

Maple and Aave have entered a strategic partnership aimed at connecting institutional capital with decentralized finance (DeFi), marking a major step toward integrating traditional finance with onchain liquidity. Aave Integrates Maple’s Institutional Collateral to Boost Liquidity Maple, a leading onchain asset manager, and Aave, the largest decentralized lending protocol by total value locked (TVL), announced […]

The UK tax authority has intensified its efforts to address crypto tax non-compliance, sending around 65,000 “nudge” letters in the 2024–25 tax year. Surge in ‘Nudge’ Letters Revealed by FOIA The United Kingdom’s tax authority, His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC), has escalated its crackdown on crypto tax non-compliance, issuing approximately 65,000 “nudge” letters to […]

The acquisition of 203,000 ETH by Bitmine Immersion in the past week has grown its total holdings to $13.4 billion, securing 2.7% of ether’s total supply. Bitmine Crosses $13.4 Billion in Crypto and Cash Holdings Bitmine Immersion Technologies (NYSE: BMNR) has revealed a new purchase of 203,826 ETH over the past week. This latest buy […]

Dune Analytics data shows prediction markets are buzzing this week, racking up more than $2 billion in total volume across Myriad, Limitless, Kalshi, and Polymarket — with the latter pair pocketing most of the betting frenzy. Over on Polymarket, open interest shot up to $202 million by Monday, proving that traders aren’t just watching—they’re piling […]

XRP is powering into a new growth era as Ripple reportedly leads a $1 billion drive to build a digital asset treasury, strengthened by major bank alliances, strategic acquisitions, and expanding institutional momentum across global finance markets. XRP Poised for $1B Boost as Ripple Leads Push for Digital Asset Treasury: Report XRP and Ripple Labs […]

Since the start of the year, data shows about 432 Casascius physical bitcoins have been cracked open and redeemed—revealing roughly 1,100 BTC inside, valued at more than $119 million using today’s exchange rates. Even after all that peeling action, over 38,000 BTC—worth north of $4 billion—remain sealed within 17,746 active Casascius coins, still holding their […]

After scooping up more than 127,000 bitcoin, the U.S. wears the crown as the biggest nation-state or government holder of the world’s top crypto asset. Here’s a freshly updated rundown of the leading country-level bitcoin stashes and where they stand as of Oct. 19, 2025. Behind Closed Wallets: Governments Have Amassed Billions in Bitcoin As […]

Volatility Shares just ignited the ETF race by filing for a groundbreaking set of 27 highly leveraged products—featuring first-ever 5x exposure to bitcoin, XRP, ether, solana, and top equities—signaling a seismic shift in access to turbocharged crypto and stock trading. XRP 5x ETF Proposal Hints at New Era Momentum in the leveraged exchange-traded fund (ETF) […]

Ripple executives expressed strong bullishness as the company entered the $120 trillion corporate treasury market, highlighting a breakthrough moment for blockchain in global finance with plans to revolutionize payments, liquidity, and enterprise capital management worldwide. Ripple Enters $120 Trillion Corporate Treasury Market Ripple executives are positioning the firm’s latest acquisition as a major turning point […]

Robert Kiyosaki is doubling down on his warning about fiat currency, inflation, and economic collapse—while aligning with a bitcoin-first, AI-driven education platform that’s shaking up global finance and redefining real asset value through tokenization. Robert Kiyosaki Warns Inflation Storm Will Erase Savings and Deepen Global Inequality Robert Kiyosaki, author of the best-selling book Rich Dad […]

Regulators are being urged to block Nasdaq’s tokenized securities plan over gaps in DTC transparency that threaten market fairness and innovation, a stance strongly advanced by Ondo Finance as it calls for full public disclosure before approval. Ondo Finance Presses SEC to Pause Nasdaq’s Tokenized Securities Plan Financial technology firm Ondo Finance urged the U.S. […]

Three of Japan’s largest banks—Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMFG), and Mizuho Financial Group—are joining forces to issue a stablecoin pegged to the Japanese yen, according to an exclusive published by Nikkei Asia. Japan’s Top Banks Plan Stablecoin to Digitize Corporate Settlements The Nikkei Asia report notes that the trio’s initiative […]

Newsmax is making a bold move into digital assets, unveiling plans to allocate millions toward bitcoin and Trump Coin, signaling rising corporate confidence in cryptocurrency reserves and strengthening ties between institutional finance and political momentum. Newsmax Unveils Bold Crypto Treasury Plan With Bitcoin and Trump Coin A growing trend among listed companies to diversify their […]

Momentum is building fast in Washington as the U.S. Senate moves closer to reshaping crypto regulation, with powerful market structure legislation poised to bring long-awaited clarity to bitcoin and the digital asset ecosystem. Senate Weighs Game-Changing Crypto Market Structure Bill Growing attention on digital asset regulation in the United States has intensified as lawmakers seek […]

CMB International has partnered with BNB Chain to bring its $3.8 billion Money Market Fund onchain, supported by DigiFT and Onchain. The move gives investors blockchain-based access to one of Asia-Pacific’s top-performing institutional funds. BNB Chain Brings $3.8 Billion CMB Money Market Fund Onchain BNB Chain has teamed up with CMB International Asset Management (CMBIAM), […]

The Swiss gambling regulator has filed a criminal complaint against the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) over its blockchain-based “right to buy” tokens sold on the FIFA Collect platform, alleging they constitute illegal gambling. FIFA Token Sales Violate Swiss Gambling Regulations The Swiss gambling regulator, Gespa, has reportedly filed a criminal complaint with local […]

The Ethereum Foundation has deposited 2,400 ETH and $6 million in stablecoins into Morpho’s yield-bearing vaults, reinforcing its long-term support for open-source, permissionless DeFi infrastructure. Morpho Investment Strengthens DeFi Ties for Ethereum Foundation The Ethereum Foundation (EF) has made a significant onchain move, depositing 2,400 ETH and approximately $6 million in stablecoins into Morpho’s yield-bearing […]

Tether has donated $250,000 to Opensats, a non-profit that funds open-source Bitcoin and freedom technology projects. The contribution supports Opensats’ mission to empower developers, researchers, and educators building on Bitcoin. $250K Donation by Tether to Support Open-Source Development on Bitcoin Tether has announced a $250,000 donation to Opensats, a non-profit organization that funds open-source Bitcoin […]

Blackrock is steering global finance toward a fully tokenized future, anchoring blockchain innovation at the core of its strategy to transform capital markets and redefine investing worldwide, a vision powerfully outlined by CEO Larry Fink. Blackrock Accelerates Toward a Tokenized Future in Global Finance Blackrock Inc. (NYSE: BLK), the world’s largest asset manager, is deepening […]

At least one former officer once employed at the same low-security facility Sam Bankman-Fried is currently imprisoned in was found guilty of smuggling a cellphone on behalf of an inmate in 2014. Exactly How Is SBF Tweeting From Behind Bars? Sam “SBF” Bankman-Fried is tweeting again. The disgraced CEO and founder of the now bankrupt […]

Over the past 24 hours, attention has zeroed in on the freshly confiscated bitcoins now in U.S. government custody — and the mining pool allegedly built on dirty money funneled through Chinese fugitive Chen Zhi and his notorious Prince Group scam ring. Another $2.4B in Bitcoin Could Be in U.S. Custody Interestingly, the Department of […]

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the move is necessary to compete effectively against “non-market” economies like China. Trump’s Anti-China Price Controls Send Bitcoin to $111K China and the U.S. are now embroiled in an all-out trade war and it appears bitcoin has taken the brunt of the impact, more so than stocks. U.S. Treasury […]

Wall Street’s biggest banks are racing into crypto, as Citi unveils plans for a groundbreaking digital asset custody platform by 2026 and JPMorgan deepens its stablecoin and tokenized payment ambitions amid clearer U.S. regulations. Citi and JPMorgan Turbocharge Crypto Strategy as US Regulation Sharpens Financial giants Citi (NYSE: C) and JPMorgan (NYSE: JPM) are advancing […]

XRP takes center stage as CME Group debuts CFTC-regulated options, unlocking expanded institutional access, driving deeper liquidity, boosting altcoin visibility, and signaling growing demand for compliant exposure beyond bitcoin and ether. CME Launches Regulated XRP Options Amid Rising Institutional Demand Growing institutional interest in crypto derivatives, particularly XRP, is prompting traditional exchanges to expand their […]