Browsing: Crypto Market

Texas Governor Greg Abbott signs a bill making gold and silver legal tender, marking a significant shift in the state’s approach to currency and transactions.

June witnessed a 15% drop in Bitcoin’s hashrate amid a US heat wave, while 26 companies embraced BTC, highlighting the dynamic interplay between environmental factors and corporate adoption in the crypto space.

BitMine Immersion Technologies secures $250M to pivot towards Ethereum, marking a significant shift in corporate crypto strategies.

MicroStrategy boosts its Bitcoin holdings with a $531 million purchase, signaling strong confidence in the cryptocurrency’s future.

Arbitrum’s token value surges by 17% amid speculation of a groundbreaking partnership with Robinhood, highlighted by a key fireside chat at an upcoming event in Cannes.

Kazakhstan is setting a precedent with its plan to establish a national cryptocurrency reserve, marking a significant step in the global adoption of digital currencies.

Bhutan is embracing cryptocurrency, overcoming challenges with innovative solutions and leadership, setting a precedent for digital transformation.

In the first half of 2025, crypto ETP inflows slightly declined by 2.7% from the previous year, with Bitcoin and Ethereum leading the market and BlackRock dominating among issuers.

Exploring Bitcoin’s potential to undermine authoritarian control and protect financial autonomy, as highlighted by Human Rights Foundation’s Alex Gladstein at the Bitcoin Policy Summit.

Kenyan crypto startups express concerns over the proposed VASP Bill, fearing it may grant undue influence to a Binance-linked lobby group, potentially skewing regulations in favor of the global exchange.

MicroStrategy, led by Michael Saylor, plans its 11th consecutive week of Bitcoin purchases, reinforcing its position as the largest corporate Bitcoin holder with over $63.6 billion in BTC.

Bitcoin is nearing a record weekly close above $109,000, potentially setting the stage for a new uptrend, with altcoins like HYPE, BCH, LINK, and SEI poised to follow.

Analyst Jordi Visser argues that young people’s growing dissatisfaction with the financial system will boost Bitcoin adoption and price, highlighting the impact of AI and government policies.

The BNB Smart Chain’s Maxwell upgrade has successfully reduced block times to 0.8 seconds, enhancing network efficiency and scalability.

Metaplanet elevates its position in the corporate Bitcoin landscape with a $108 million purchase, setting ambitious targets for future acquisitions.

South Korea’s central bank halts CBDC trials amid growing interest in stablecoins, signaling a potential shift in the country’s digital currency strategy.

A trader known as ‘qwatio’ faced eight liquidations in a week, losing $12.5 million, highlighting the risks of high leverage trading in the volatile crypto market.

Iran’s leading cryptocurrency exchange, Nobitex, is gradually restoring services after a $100 million hack by a pro-Israel group, amidst geopolitical tensions and regulatory challenges.

US President Donald Trump’s recent comments on Bitcoin highlight its potential to ease pressure on the US dollar, marking a significant moment for cryptocurrency acceptance.

A VC report warns of a ‘death spiral’ threatening Bitcoin treasury companies, with only a few likely to survive based on strong leadership and strategic execution.