BlackRock: Bitcoin is a “risk-off” asset, while Ethereum remains riskier
The world's largest asset manager draws a clear distinction between the two leading cryptocurrencies, equating Bitcoin to digital gold.
Goldman Sachs doubles its investment in Bitcoin: $1.5 billion held in ETFs
The investment bank increases its positions in the two main spot Bitcoin ETFs in the last quarter of 2024.
USA: 19 States racing for a strategic Bitcoin reserve
North Carolina and Montana join the list of states that have introduced bills for state Bitcoin reserves.
Proton Wallet is now available to all users
The wallet, launched last July, was initially available only to early-access users.
Austin University bets on Bitcoin: $5 million fund with long-term strategy
The Texas university embraces Bitcoin with a five-year investment plan.
Strategic Bitcoin reserve: Florida, Maryland, and Iowa introduce new bills
The wave of pro-digital asset legislation is gaining momentum, with 17 U.S. states now considering strategic Bitcoin reserves.
Bitdeer acquires energy plant in Canada for $21.7 million
The company aims to become the first vertically integrated Bitcoin miner, with expansion potential of up to 1 GW of...
Tether brings USDT back to Bitcoin: partnership with Lightning Labs
The world’s largest stablecoin can now be used on the Lightning Network with instant transactions and low fees.
Iris Wallet Desktop launches: first interface for RGB protocol on Lightning Network
A new wallet for digital assets on Bitcoin: the first interface integrating RGB and Lightning Network, developed by the Bitfinex...
Hive Digital acquires Bitfarms’ Paraguayan facility for $85 million
A strategic operation promising to quadruple Hive's mining capacity by leveraging Paraguay's hydroelectric power.
BIT Mining expands to Ethiopia with a $14 million investment
The Chinese company acquires a 51 MW facility and 18,000 miners, elevating Ethiopia to the same level as Norway in...
Canaan launches new miners that heat homes
The company, founded in 2013, introduces devices that mine Bitcoin while heating indoor spaces.
Powell shuts the door on a Fed digital currency: “There will be no digital dollar under my leadership”
The Federal Reserve chairman takes a firm stance on the digital dollar during a Senate hearing.
Tornado Cash: Alexey Pertsev granted conditional release to prepare his appeal
After being sentenced to 64 months for money laundering, the developer will be allowed to leave prison under electronic monitoring.
FDIC heads towards a turning point: US banks may enter the digital asset market
The American federal agency is preparing to revise the guidelines that have so far hindered the entry of banking institutions...
SEC scales back anti-crypto unit and strengthens new task force
Under the new Trump administration, the U.S. regulatory authority is undergoing a major reorganization in the digital asset sector.
Crackdown on cryptocurrencies in France: proposed tax on “improductive assets”
Paris introduces a fiscal measure targeting unrealized gains from digital assets.
KuCoin pleads guilty: $300 million fine for unlicensed operations
The Seychelles-based cryptocurrency exchange settles its dispute with U.S. authorities. The founders sign deferred prosecution agreements.
BlackRock: Bitcoin is a “risk-off” asset, while Ethereum remains riskier
The world's largest asset manager draws a clear distinction between the two leading cryptocurrencies, equating Bitcoin to digital gold.
Powell shuts the door on a Fed digital currency: “There will be no digital dollar under my leadership”
The Federal Reserve chairman takes a firm stance on the digital dollar during a Senate hearing.
Goldman Sachs doubles its investment in Bitcoin: $1.5 billion held in ETFs
The investment bank increases its positions in the two main spot Bitcoin ETFs in the last quarter of 2024.
USA: 19 States racing for a strategic Bitcoin reserve
North Carolina and Montana join the list of states that have introduced bills for state Bitcoin reserves.
Proton Wallet is now available to all users
The wallet, launched last July, was initially available only to early-access users.
Austin University bets on Bitcoin: $5 million fund with long-term strategy
The Texas university embraces Bitcoin with a five-year investment plan.
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