El Salvador has once again made headlines as it announced its ownership of 5,750 Bitcoin (BTC), which is valued at approximately $353 million based on current market prices, according to Bloomberg. This revelation comes after the National Bitcoin Office launched a tracking website, developed in collaboration with mempool.space, to provide transparency regarding the treasury’s BTC […]
The Oost-Brabant district court in the Netherlands has sentenced Alexey Pertsev, co-developer of Tornado Cash, to 64 months in prison for his involvement in creating and maintaining the crypto mixing tool. The court alleges that Tornado Cash enables “criminal activity and terrorism.” Pertsev, along with two other individuals, developed Tornado Cash, a tool for concealing […]
Toronto-based Bitcoin mining company Bitfarms has announced the termination of its interim president and chief executive officer (CEO), Geoffrey Morphy after he filed a $27 million lawsuit against the company. According to Bloomberg, the lawsuit alleges breach of contract and “wrongful termination” and seeks compensatory and punitive damages. Bitfarm believes the claims are without merit […]
Jack Dorsey, the former CEO of Twitter and a well-known figure in the tech and cryptocurrency sectors, recently shared his view that Bitcoin could reach $1 million by 2030. His prediction is part of a broader bullish outlook on the pioneer cryptocurrency, suggesting that its value could continue to climb even after hitting this milestone. […]
One of the issuers of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the US, WisdomTree, has announced the expansion of its WisdomTree Prime app to users in New York. Expanded Custody And Stablecoin Services This development closely follows WisdomTree’s recent achievement of a New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) charter, granting the company the […]
May brings a series of pivotal events that could significantly influence the trajectory of Bitcoin and the broader crypto market. These events, ranging from regulatory decisions to economic indicators, appear capable of profoundly swaying market dynamics. Regulatory And Economic Indicators On The Horizon This month is marked by crucial dates, starting with a significant meeting […]
While Bitcoin continues to trade within the $60,000 to $70,000 range, a new wave of optimism is emerging from on-chain analysis. Willy Woo, an on-chain analyst, took to X on May 7 to point out an exciting development: high-net-worth BTC holders have been rapidly accumulating the coin. High Net-worth Whales Accumulating In a chart, the analyst […]
Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC), the world’s largest cryptocurrency investment vehicle, has experienced a notable influx of investor funds for the first time since the January approval of US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Grayscale Bitcoin Trust Bounces Back With Inflows Data compiled by Bloomberg reveals that on May 3, Grayscale’s Bitcoin Trust received approximately $63 […]
German state-owned development bank Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW) is gearing up to issue its first blockchain-based digital bond, marking a significant milestone in adopting crypto technology within the financial sector. According to a recent report by Bloomberg, KfW has already successfully issued a digital bond as a central register security in compliance with the German […]
In a rather shocking development, Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) has recorded its first-ever inflow after witnessing significant daily outflows since its launch. Grayscale Bitcoin ETF Records Over $60 Million In Inflows Grayscale’s Spot Bitcoin ETF has finally broken its 82-day streak of outflows since its launch on January 11, 2024. GBTC saw its first day […]
Bitcoin price action might be dicey, undergoing a major corrective phase. However, even as $60,000 looks slippery for upbeat bulls, some analysts are optimistic that the coin is ready for a strong leg up. Going by past price action, analysts maintain that the coin will surge above $73,800 and register fresh all-time highs closer to […]
According to a recent survey by Fidelity Digital Assets, institutional investors, including US pension plans, are increasingly inclined to invest in crypto assets, including Bitcoin. The survey covered various institutional investor segments, including financial advisors, family offices, hedge funds, endowments, foundations, and pension funds. Institutional Investors Dominate Crypto Adoption The survey findings indicate a significant […]