Tagged: bitcoin

July 25, 2025 @ 8:42 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly contemplating a sale of the country’s confiscated Bitcoin stash—some 61,000 BTC seized in a 2018 fraud bust—to alleviate an estimated £20 billion fiscal shortfall. But while offloading crypto could offer short-term relief, Nigel Green, the CEO of global financial advisory… Read More

July 24, 2025 @ 9:33 am By JD Alois  |  

Punitive policies directed toward digital asset innovation compelled many entrepreneurs to flee the US during the Biden Administration. It is difficult to estimate the extent to which this myopic approach has undermined the Fintech sector in the country, but fortunately, the Trump Administration has embraced… Read More

July 23, 2025 @ 1:44 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Bitcoin has once again exceeded expectations, soaring to an all-time high (ATH) of over $123,000 in July 2025, a key milestone in its 16-year journey. This surge, which saw Bitcoin climb 66% since its April 2025 low, has sparked  discussion about the forces driving this… Read More

July 22, 2025 @ 10:15 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

SIX welcomes Valour Digital Securities Limited as the latest issuer of Exchange-Traded Products (ETPs) with crypto-assets as underlying. Valour Digital Securities Ltd lists two products on the Blockchains Internet Computer (ICP) and Hedera (HBAR). With this launch, Valour Digital Securities Limited increases the aggregate number… Read More

July 22, 2025 @ 1:55 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The cryptocurrency market in Q2 2025 demonstrated a strong recovery, rebounding significantly to reach a total market capitalization of over $4 trillion, according to CoinMarketCap’s (CMC) Q2 2025 report. This surge was primarily driven by Bitcoin’s strong performance, bolstered by significant inflows into U.S. Bitcoin… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 1:03 pm By JD Alois  |  

Trump Media (Nasdaq, NYSE Texas: DJT) has announced that as of today, it holds $2 billion in Bitcoin and Bitcoin-related securities. The company  did not provide details as to the specific securities. Trump Media announced earlier this year its intent to pursue a Bitcoin treasury strategy and… Read More

July 21, 2025 @ 11:42 am By Omar Faridi  |  

As Bitcoin continues its rise in 2025, recent on-chain data from CryptoQuant provides a glimpse into the forces driving its market behavior. From record-low exchange inflows to surging whale and miner activity, and the pivotal role of institutional investments, the cryptocurrency market is displaying a… Read More

July 20, 2025 @ 9:20 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The cryptocurrency and web3 ecosystem has been marked by challenges and transformative regulatory developments this year, as outlined in recent Chainalysis reports. From record-breaking thefts to landmark U.S. legislation and a high-profile case of insider misconduct, the year underscores the significant impact / role of… Read More

July 19, 2025 @ 11:12 am By Omar Faridi  |  

As Bitcoin surged to new all-time highs this week, peaking at $123,231 on Coinbase, market data suggests traders are not yet caught up in the speculative frenzy seen in past cycles. According to NYDIG’s latest analysis, indicators like perpetual swap funding rates, CME futures basis,… Read More

July 18, 2025 @ 7:09 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The cryptocurrency market staged an impressive recovery in the second quarter of 2025, rebounding from a challenging Q1 to showcase resilience and shifting dynamics, according to CoinGecko’s 2025 Q2 Crypto Industry Report. The total crypto market capitalization surged by 24.0%, recovering $663.6 billion to reach… Read More

July 18, 2025 @ 11:24 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Elon Musk’s vision to transform X, formerly Twitter, into an all-encompassing “super app” is taking a leap forward with the introduction of in-app trading and investment features. According to now former X CEO Linda Yaccarino, the platform is poised to integrate financial services seamlessly, allowing… Read More

July 18, 2025 @ 1:28 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Bitcoin Suisse has been focused on its global expansion plans and various partnerships in the web3 and crypto space. Recent updates from the Zug-based crypto-financial service provider highlight its advancements in 2024 and plans for this year. At its Annual General Meeting in late June… Read More

July 16, 2025 @ 3:33 pm By JD Alois  |  

How times have changed. It was reported earlier today that Vanguard has emerged as the largest investor in Microstrategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) [now called Strategy], the company that pretty much wrote the book on becoming a Bitcoin treasury play. The Street shares that according to new data… Read More

July 15, 2025 @ 10:06 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In line with its commitment to offer clients safe, trusted and efficient digital assets solutions and following the successful launch of its digital assets custody service, Standard Chartered has launched “a fully integrated digital assets trading service for institutional clients.” The offering includes spot trading… Read More

July 12, 2025 @ 4:48 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Greg Cipolaro, Global Head of Research at NYDIG, noted that Bitcoin has soared to new all-time highs this week, breaching key price levels of $112K, $113K, and $116K, and climbing to nearly $119K. Cipolaro also mentioned that while the price surge has captivated investors, on-chain… Read More

July 12, 2025 @ 1:18 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

As Bitcoin reaches new all time highs, Sygnum has shared their perspective for Bitcoin investors. Martin Burgherr, Sygnum Chief Client Officer: “Bitcoin’s rally is being driven by strong fundamentals; institutional accumulation through ETFs, growing government-level exposure, as well as increasing strategic treasury allocations, are all… Read More

July 12, 2025 @ 3:26 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

Nigel Green recently commented on the event of Bitcoin surging above $118,000 for the first time, driven by mounting political momentum, regulatory repositioning, and strategic allocations from both corporations and sovereign entities. “The shift is clear and aggressive,” said Green, CEO of deVere Group. “Bitcoin… Read More

July 11, 2025 @ 8:59 pm By Michael Wong  |  

DDC Enterprise Limited has entered into a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Animoca Brands to jointly develop and implement strategies aimed at maximizing yield from Animoca’s Bitcoin holdings while managing associated risks, according to an announcement. Under the partnership, Animoca Brands, the Hong Kong-headquartered gaming… Read More

July 11, 2025 @ 1:42 pm By JD Alois  |  

Both the Clarity Act and the GENIUS Act are expected to be up for a floor vote, after which the legislation will move to the President’s desk to be signed into law. The Republican controlled Congress has delivered on its promise to create rules for… Read More

July 7, 2025 @ 3:36 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The blockchain and cryptocurrency space has been surprised with recent activity as previously dormant Bitcoin (BTC) wallets from the Satoshi Nakamoto era awaken, understandably sparking speculation and intrigue. A recent HBO documentary delving into the mysterious identity of Bitcoin’s creator may be fueling this phenomenon,… Read More