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  • Bitcoin's weekend leverage gets liquidated, Strive stacks bitcoin, and the Trump-Stablecoin lawsuit

    · regulatory

    Bitcoin's highly leveraged long positions faced significant liquidations over the weekend as prices dipped below $91,000, underscoring persistent volatility in derivatives markets. Meanwhile, Strive Asset Management announced it has begun stacking Bitcoin on its corporate balance sheet, signaling growing institutional

  • 'Just a shareholder' Vivek Ramaswamy's Strive Inc. ties, Bitcoin bet

    · lightning

    Strive Inc., the asset management firm founded by Vivek Ramaswamy, maintains significant exposure to Bitcoin through its Bitcoin ETF holdings and related investment vehicles, despite Ramaswamy publicly describing himself as "just a shareholder" to distance his personal political profile from the company's activities. M

  • Strategy pauses Bitcoin buys as STRC repurchases reach $205 million

    · news_corporations

    Strategy has temporarily halted its Bitcoin purchases after accumulating a substantial position, coinciding with STRC completing $205 million in share repurchases. Multiple reports confirm the pause follows an aggressive accumulation phase, with the company redirecting capital toward its ongoing buyback program. The ke

  • Strategy (MSTR) Pauses Bitcoin Buying and Spends $205 Million on Preferred Stock

    · macro

    MicroStrategy has temporarily halted its Bitcoin acquisitions to allocate $205 million toward issuing preferred stock. This marks the first pause in its aggressive BTC buying strategy after consistently adding to its holdings in recent quarters. The consensus across reports indicates the move prioritizes capital struct

  • Metaplanet’s US subsidiary reportedly adds 4 Bitcoin ahead of Super League deal

    · price

    Metaplanet’s US subsidiary has acquired an additional 4 BTC, bringing the company’s total holdings to 1,045 Bitcoin. The purchase comes ahead of an anticipated strategic partnership with Super League Gaming, signaling continued corporate accumulation. The move reinforces Metaplanet’s Bitcoin-first treasury strategy and

  • Treasury dealers’ net bill holdings hit a two-year high as October 30 funding pressure nears

    · strategic_reserves

    Treasury dealers' net bill holdings have surged to a two-year high, reflecting aggressive accumulation ahead of the October 30 quarter-end funding pressure. Market participants are positioning for heightened repo market volatility and potential liquidity strains as banks and dealers manage balance sheet constraints. Th

  • BTC Defends $80K While Inflation And AI Stock Sell-Off Rattle Crypto Markets

    · price

    Bitcoin held steady above $80,000 this week despite renewed selling pressure on risk assets triggered by hotter-than-expected inflation data and a sharp sell-off in AI stocks. Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded their weakest outflows since April, reflecting cautious institutional positioning amid closed banking holidays and ma

  • Bitcoin News: Strategy Has $5.1 Billion in Cash to Cover 3.4 Years of Dividends. Could It Have to Sell Bitcoin Again?

    · lightning

    MicroStrategy holds $5.1 billion in cash reserves, sufficient to cover its dividend obligations for approximately 3.4 years without needing to sell Bitcoin. Despite ongoing questions about potential future BTC sales to meet liabilities, the company's substantial liquidity position reduces near-term pressure. This reinf

  • Bitcoin Falls 7.3%, Gold 7.5% as Both Rank Last Among Major Assets in 2026

    · price

    Bitcoin and gold both posted sharp losses in 2026, declining 7.3% and 7.5% respectively, finishing as the two worst-performing major assets for the year. Multiple market reports confirm the identical ranking and near-identical drawdowns, underscoring a rare simultaneous underperformance of the two traditional safe-have

  • Will Lower Greenville get a Bitcoin mining operation?

    · mining

    Lower Greenville is under consideration for a new Bitcoin mining operation, according to local reporting from D Magazine. Multiple sources indicate community discussions and proposals are active, though no final approvals or operational timelines have been confirmed. The key implication is potential increased local ene

  • Circle gives its Bitcoin-backed token one balance across Ethereum and Arc

    · macro

    Circle has unified the balance of its Bitcoin-backed token across Ethereum and the Arc blockchain, allowing seamless interoperability and a single balance view for users regardless of the underlying network. This development eliminates fragmentation between chains and simplifies management of Bitcoin-backed assets in D

  • Franklin Templeton's New ETFs Could Create a Bitcoin Buying Machine

    · etf

    Franklin Templeton has launched new spot Bitcoin ETFs designed with automated daily purchase mechanisms that systematically buy Bitcoin using incoming investor inflows. Multiple reports highlight the structure as a potential "Bitcoin buying machine," enabling continuous accumulation without manual intervention. The con

  • "We think the bear market ended in June and that bitcoin is in the accumulation phase that has preceded every prior adva

    · price

    Bitcoin’s bear market concluded in June 2024, with the asset now firmly in the accumulation phase that has historically preceded every major bull market, according to Galaxy Digital. Multiple analysts and reports converge on this view, noting that price action, on-chain metrics, and institutional positioning all align

  • Blockstream Executive Peter Bain: Institutional Clients Say Bitcoin “Poised for a Big Bull Run”

    · regulatory

    Institutional clients are increasingly signaling to Blockstream executives that Bitcoin is poised for a significant bull run, driven by growing institutional adoption and favorable market conditions. This sentiment aligns with broader expectations of sustained capital inflows as Bitcoin solidifies its role as a primary

  • ‘Guppy-Level Death’—Elon Musk Stokes Imminent Price Crash Fears As Bitcoin Suddenly Plummets

    · price

    Bitcoin is experiencing a sudden price drop, with Elon Musk's recent comments triggering "Guppy-Level Death" warnings and stoking fears of an imminent crash among traders. However, Galaxy Digital has declared the Bitcoin bear market officially over, pointing to strengthening fundamentals and institutional adoption. As

  • South Korea Weighs Fourth Delay of Crypto Tax, With 2029 Start Tied to U.S. Data Sharing

    · price

    South Korea is considering a fourth delay to its planned cryptocurrency capital gains tax, potentially pushing implementation to 2029. The delay is reportedly linked to the need for enhanced data-sharing agreements with the United States to effectively track cross-border crypto transactions and combat tax evasion. This

  • Strategy pauses bitcoin buys, repurchases $205 million of STRC preferred shares

    · news_corporations

    Strategy has temporarily paused its Bitcoin acquisitions to allocate $205 million toward repurchasing preferred shares of STRC. The move represents a strategic shift in capital deployment away from BTC accumulation in favor of share buybacks. Despite the pause, separate reporting confirms Strive continued accumulating,

  • Strategy Pauses Bitcoin Buying, Spends $205M Buying Back STRC

    · lightning

    Strategy has temporarily halted its Bitcoin acquisitions to allocate $205 million toward repurchasing its own STRC shares. The move reflects a strategic pivot prioritizing shareholder returns and capital allocation over continued BTC accumulation amid current market conditions. The key implication is that even dedicate

  • Bitcoin vs Gold: Why BTC’s 42% Q3 rally leaves Q4 hedge thesis unfinished

    · price

    Bitcoin surged 42% in Q3, significantly outperforming gold and reigniting its narrative as a superior store of value and inflation hedge. However, analysts note that gold’s traditional safe-haven status remains intact during periods of acute geopolitical stress and macroeconomic uncertainty, leaving the full Q4 hedge t

  • Strategy Pauses Bitcoin Purchases, Buybacks $205M in STRC Preferred Stock

    · price

    Strategy has temporarily halted its Bitcoin accumulation program to redirect capital toward repurchasing $205 million of its STRC preferred stock. Despite the pause, institutional interest in Bitcoin-related equities remains strong, with Vanguard reportedly acquiring $7.5 million worth of Metaplanet shares. The key imp

  • Bitcoin faces an inflation warning beneath steady US consumer sentiment

    · price

    Bitcoin’s price is showing signs of vulnerability as underlying inflation pressures persist despite stable US consumer sentiment readings. Multiple reports highlight that while headline consumer confidence remains steady, core inflation metrics and sticky price components are signaling renewed upside risks that could d

  • The Bitcoin vs. Nasdaq Signal Has Flipped Bullish

    · macro

    The Bitcoin/Nasdaq ratio has flipped bullish, breaking above its 200-day moving average for the first time since early 2024 according to multiple technical analysts. This shift indicates Bitcoin is beginning to outperform the Nasdaq on a relative basis, a pattern historically associated with the early-to-mid phases of

  • Strategy Pauses Bitcoin Buying, Spends $205M Buying Back STRC

    · strategic_reserves

    Strategy has temporarily halted its Bitcoin acquisitions to allocate $205 million toward repurchasing its own STRC shares. The move reflects a strategic pivot prioritizing shareholder returns and capital structure management over continued BTC accumulation. The key implication for Bitcoin is a short-term reduction in i

  • Strive Buys 6,182 Bitcoin For $511 Million, Lines Up $1 Billion ATM To Buy More

    · news_corporations

    Strive Asset Management has acquired 6,182 Bitcoin for approximately $511 million and established a $1 billion at-the-market (ATM) equity offering facility to purchase additional BTC. The move underscores growing institutional adoption of Bitcoin as a core treasury asset among public companies. The key implication is c

  • Bitcoin Treasury Analyst: MSTR, ASST & Metaplanet Digital Credit Outlook

    · mining

    MicroStrategy (MSTR), Asset Entities (ASST), and Metaplanet continue aggressive Bitcoin accumulation strategies, with each company leveraging equity raises, debt facilities, and operational cash flow to expand their BTC treasuries. Market observers view these corporate Bitcoin adopters as bellwethers for institutional

  • No New Bitcoin Purchase From Strategy, but STRC Buybacks Roll On

    · news_corporations

    Strategy did not add to its Bitcoin holdings in the latest period, marking a pause in its aggressive accumulation. Meanwhile, the company continued its share buyback program for STRC, signaling strong confidence in its overall capital allocation. The consensus across reports indicates that while Bitcoin purchases have

  • Strive plans $1 billion SATS stock sales for Bitcoin, dividends and buybacks

    · price

    Strive Asset Management has announced plans to raise $1 billion through the sale of its SATS stock, with proceeds earmarked for acquiring additional Bitcoin, funding dividends, and executing share buybacks. The firm recently increased its Bitcoin holdings to 43,000 BTC following its largest single purchase to date. Thi

  • Bitcoin Price Clings to $80K While 9 Moving Averages Favor Bears

    · price

    Bitcoin is holding precariously around the $80,000 level as nine key moving averages across multiple timeframes have turned bearish, signaling dominant downward momentum. Technical indicators show sellers in control, with the price struggling to maintain support amid waning bullish conviction. The consensus implies inc

  • Strive closes in on second-largest corporate bitcoin treasury with $511 million purchase

    · strategic_reserves

    Strive has acquired an additional $511 million in Bitcoin, bringing its corporate treasury close to overtaking MicroStrategy as the second-largest corporate Bitcoin holder. The purchase reflects continued aggressive accumulation by public companies seeking Bitcoin as a core treasury asset. Separately, Vanguard’s ETF ha

  • Strategy repurchases $205 million of STRC stock, skips Bitcoin buying ahead of Fed rate call

    · politics

    Strategy repurchased $205 million of its own STRC stock while deliberately skipping Bitcoin purchases ahead of the upcoming Federal Reserve rate decision. Multiple reports confirm the company prioritized share buybacks over BTC accumulation in this period. The key implication is that even prominent corporate Bitcoin ho

  • Electrum Wallet Flaw Allowed Servers To Trick Users Into Paying Hackers

    · regulatory

    A critical vulnerability in older versions of the Electrum Bitcoin wallet allowed malicious servers to display fake wallet-balance information and trick users into sending BTC directly to attackers. Multiple reports confirm the flaw stemmed from insufficient validation of server-provided data, enabling phishing-style a

  • Researcher Cracks 'Steal My Bitcoin' Challenge With PHP Exploit

    · security

    A researcher successfully claimed the "Steal My Bitcoin" challenge by exploiting a critical vulnerability in the challenge's PHP codebase, allowing them to bypass security measures and steal the prize BTC. Multiple reports confirm the exploit relied on a PHP-specific weakness that enabled unauthorized access to the pri

  • Bitcoin Dips Below $80,000 Ahead of Fed Decision, Midterms

    · etf

    Bitcoin dipped below $80,000 as investors adopted a risk-off stance ahead of the Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest-rate decision and the U.S. midterm elections. Multiple reports confirm the pullback reflects heightened uncertainty, with traders bracing for potential volatility from both the Fed’s policy signal and po

  • Bitcoin hacking challenge finally falls as researcher proves critical PHP flaw is exploitable

    · regulatory

    A researcher has successfully exploited a critical vulnerability in PHP, causing the long-standing Bitcoin hacking challenge to fall after years of remaining unsolved. Multiple sources confirm the exploit demonstrates that the flaw is not only theoretical but practically exploitable in real-world Bitcoin-related implem

  • Live news: Bitcoin barely holding $80,000 ahead of Fed on Wednesday, tech earnings this week

    · macro

    Bitcoin is trading just above $80,000, showing limited downside but struggling to regain momentum as investors await the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate decision on Wednesday and key technology earnings reports. Market sentiment remains cautious, with BTC consolidating after recent volatility and showing sensitivity to

  • Bitcoin’s Bear Market Is Over, Galaxy Research Says: 'Now Is an Attractive Time to Buy'

    · price

    Bitcoin’s bear market has concluded according to Galaxy Research, which states that current levels represent an attractive entry point for investors to buy and hold. The firm’s analysis, widely reported across multiple outlets, points to improving market structure, institutional adoption trends, and historical cycle pa

  • Heatbit Says Your Water Heater Should Be Mining Bitcoin, and Now It Can

    · mining

    Heatbit has launched a Bitcoin mining system integrated directly into residential water heaters, allowing users to simultaneously heat their homes' water while mining BTC using otherwise wasted energy. The device replaces a standard electric water heater and is designed to offset electricity costs through Bitcoin rewar

  • Wall Street’s $150K Bitcoin Calls for 2026 Are Subtly Falling Apart

    · price

    Wall Street analysts who issued optimistic Bitcoin price targets of $150,000 or higher by 2026 are quietly revising or walking back their forecasts amid slower-than-expected institutional adoption and persistent regulatory uncertainty. Multiple reports highlight that several major banks and strategists have lowered the

  • A $68 million bitcoin bet is targeting a post-midterm election breakout to $90,000

    · politics

    A massive $68 million options bet is positioned for a sharp Bitcoin breakout above $90,000 following the U.S. midterm elections. Multiple market observers interpret the position as a high-conviction wager on post-election clarity, reduced regulatory uncertainty, and potential pro-crypto policy shifts. The consensus amo

  • Retail Bitcoin Holders Are Sending Coins to Binance at a Six-Month High While Whales Pull Back: Who Is Right About $80,0

    · macro

    Retail Bitcoin holders are depositing coins to Binance at a six-month high, signaling increased selling pressure or profit-taking, while large whales have significantly reduced their transfers to exchanges. Bitcoin is currently consolidating near $80,000 amid retreating oil prices and anticipation of the Federal Reserv

  • Bitcoin’s next Fed test comes with a hidden problem in America’s inflation data

    · macro

    The Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy decisions represent Bitcoin’s next major macroeconomic test, as markets await signals on interest rate trajectory amid mixed economic data. Multiple reports highlight a significant distortion in U.S. inflation metrics, where shelter and housing components are overstating CPI readin

  • More than half of all bitcoin can't be tied to a known owner, Galaxy found

    · macro

    More than half of all Bitcoin remains unattached to any identifiable owner or entity, according to Galaxy Digital research. This high level of untraceable supply reflects widespread use of privacy tools, long-term hodling by early adopters, and coins lost to forgotten keys. The key implication is that Bitcoin’s effecti

  • Blackrock Drives $305M Bitcoin ETF Comeback With $676M Inflow

    · price

    BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF recorded a robust $676 million inflow, driving a broader market comeback with total net inflows across U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs reaching $305 million. This marks a significant reversal from recent outflows and reflects renewed institutional demand. The key implication is sustained institutional ac

  • QNT Resumes Recent Bull Rally With 16% Surge, BTC Fights for $80K: Market Watch

    · price

    Bitcoin's price is struggling to maintain momentum above the $80,000 level as it faces resistance in the current market environment. Meanwhile, Quant (QNT) has resumed its bullish run, surging 16% in the past day and outperforming the broader market. The consensus across reporting highlights ongoing altcoin strength am

  • Derive options traders pile into Bitcoin calls ahead of US midterm elections

    · price

    Derive options traders have aggressively bought Bitcoin call options in the lead-up to the US midterm elections, signaling strong bullish conviction. This derivatives positioning reflects expectations of a favorable outcome for crypto-friendly policies or reduced regulatory uncertainty following the vote. The move alig

  • Strive Makes Largest-Ever Bitcoin Purchase With 6,182 BTC Buy

    · news_corporations

    Strive has acquired 6,182 BTC in its largest single Bitcoin purchase to date. Multiple reports confirm this as one of the most significant corporate Bitcoin buys in recent months, further illustrating growing institutional accumulation. The key implication is continued corporate demand reinforcing Bitcoin’s role as a t

  • Strive Buys 6,182 Bitcoin for $511 Million, Lifting Holdings to 43,000 BTC

    · news_corporations

    Strive acquired 6,182 Bitcoin for $511 million, increasing its total holdings to 43,000 BTC. The purchase reflects continued aggressive accumulation by the firm amid prevailing market conditions. The key implication is growing institutional conviction in Bitcoin as a core treasury asset, further legitimizing corporate

  • Franklin Templeton’s New ETFs Could Make Millions of Investors Own Bitcoin Without Realizing It

    · etf

    Franklin Templeton has launched new ETFs that provide indirect exposure to Bitcoin through investments in companies holding or mining the asset, such as MicroStrategy and mining firms. This structure allows millions of traditional investors in 401(k)s, IRAs, and brokerage accounts to gain Bitcoin exposure without direc

  • Bitcoin reward offered to anyone who could break into an unpatched server running PHP, hacker cracks site and claims bou

    · price

    A hacker successfully breached an unpatched PHP server as part of a public Bitcoin bug bounty challenge, claiming the offered reward after exploiting the vulnerability. The incident highlights persistent risks in legacy web infrastructure despite widespread awareness of unpatched PHP flaws. For Bitcoin, it serves as a

  • Morning Minute: Bitcoin Breaks Below $80,000 as Iran Fears Hit the Weekend

    · macro

    Bitcoin fell below $80,000 over the weekend as geopolitical fears escalated following reports of potential Iranian strikes on Israel and U.S. targets. Multiple outlets noted heavy risk-off sentiment across markets, with Bitcoin dropping roughly 5% amid rising oil prices and safe-haven flows into the dollar. The consens

  • Early Bitcoin Tech Investor Turns Bearish, Warns BTC Could Be Hacked To Zero

    · price

    Early Bitcoin investor and technologist Mike Belkin has turned sharply bearish, warning that Bitcoin could be hacked to zero due to unresolved vulnerabilities in its underlying protocol and cryptography. Multiple reports highlight his concerns that advances in computing power and potential breakthroughs in quantum comp

  • Franklin Templeton plans 2 ETFs that turn stock dividends into Bitcoin

    · etf

    Franklin Templeton has filed plans for two new ETFs that will automatically convert dividends from underlying stock holdings directly into Bitcoin. The products aim to give traditional equity investors seamless, automated exposure to Bitcoin without requiring them to sell shares or manage crypto wallets. Market observe

  • Hacker Exploits Critical PHP2Shell Flaws to Win $2,000 Bitcoin Challenge, Releases PoC

    · regulatory

    A hacker successfully exploited critical vulnerabilities in PHP2Shell to claim the $2,000 Bitcoin bounty in a public challenge and subsequently released a proof-of-concept exploit. Multiple sources confirm the flaws enable remote code execution, allowing full server compromise through crafted requests. The rapid public

  • Top 3 Crypto Stocks to Watch This Week

    · price

    Bitcoin-related stocks are gaining renewed attention this week as institutional interest and ETF inflows continue to build momentum. Analysts at CoinGape highlight three key publicly traded companies with significant crypto exposure—likely including MicroStrategy, Coinbase, and MARA—as the top stocks to watch for poten

  • BTC price risks $80K loss into FOMC, earnings: Three things to know in Bitcoin this week

    · price

    Bitcoin faces heightened downside risk this week as it approaches the critical FOMC interest-rate decision and major corporate earnings reports, with analysts warning of a potential drop toward the $80,000 level. Consensus across coverage highlights macro uncertainty from possible Fed signals and equity-market reaction

  • Live news: Brent Crude slides below $110 as Iran deal hopes grow and Brazil stocks sink

    · macro

    Oil prices fell sharply with Brent Crude dropping below $110 per barrel as optimism grows for a revived Iran nuclear deal that could add up to 1 million barrels per day of Iranian supply to global markets. The development eases immediate energy-driven inflation fears that have weighed on risk assets. For Bitcoin, lower

  • Bitcoin (BTC) Risks Dropping to $72,500, But That Could Be a Blessing in Disguise: Analyst

    · macro

    Bitcoin faces a potential short-term decline to $72,500 support levels according to analysts, driven by current market weakness and resistance at higher ranges. However, this pullback is viewed as a healthy correction that could flush out speculative positions and strengthen the overall market structure. The consensus

  • Bitcoin Slips Ahead Of Fed Week, Big Tech Earnings: Analysts Divided On Where BTC Is Headed Next

    · macro

    Bitcoin is trading lower this week as investors brace for the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision and major technology earnings, which are expected to influence risk appetite across markets. Analysts remain divided, with some forecasting a near-term pullback due to macroeconomic uncertainty while others see curren

  • Bitcoin holds $80K as U.S. – Iran tensions ease: Relief rally or bull trap?

    · price

    Bitcoin has stabilized around the $80,000 level following a relief rally as U.S.-Iran geopolitical tensions de-escalated, reducing immediate risk-off pressure across markets. Multiple reports highlight cautious optimism, with the price holding key support despite lingering macroeconomic uncertainties. The consensus que

  • Will Bitcoin price crash again as it falls below $80,000?

    · price

    Bitcoin has fallen below $80,000, triggering renewed concerns about a potential further crash according to market observers. Multiple analysts note this level represents a key psychological and technical support zone, with recent price action showing increased selling pressure amid profit-taking and macroeconomic uncer

  • Bitcoin Price Forecast Ahead of FOMC and US PCE Inflation: Will BTC Drop to $77,000?

    · price

    Bitcoin is facing heightened volatility ahead of the FOMC meeting and the release of US PCE inflation data, with analysts warning of a potential near-term pullback toward the $77,000 support level. Consensus across coverage indicates that hotter-than-expected inflation or a hawkish Fed stance could strengthen the US do

  • Over 11 million BTC can't be linked to any known owner

    · lightning

    Over 11 million BTC, representing more than half of Bitcoin's total supply, cannot be attributed to any identifiable owner or entity according to on-chain analysis. This figure includes lost coins, dormant holdings from early miners, and coins held in privacy-focused wallets or custody without clear attribution. The co

  • Hackers found a way to steal Bitcoin without private keys

    · security

    Hackers have discovered a method to steal Bitcoin without needing private keys, primarily by exploiting vulnerabilities in certain wallet implementations and transaction handling processes. Multiple reports confirm that the attack vector allows unauthorized access through flaws like insufficient signature validation or

  • Bitcoin ETFs break 2-week outflow streak with $301M comeback

    · etf

    Bitcoin ETFs recorded $301 million in net inflows, ending a two-week streak of outflows. This rebound reflects renewed institutional demand and improved market sentiment toward Bitcoin. The key implication is renewed buying pressure that could support Bitcoin’s price and signal shifting capital flows back into spot Bit

  • What Did Jack Dorsey Mean by “There Is No Moat”? Elon Musk and Michael Saylor Weigh In

    · macro

    Jack Dorsey stated that Bitcoin has “no moat,” emphasizing its open, permissionless nature leaves it vulnerable to competition and requires relentless innovation to maintain dominance. Elon Musk agreed, noting that without a strong defensive moat, continued development is essential, while Michael Saylor reinforced that

  • Franklin Templeton Files for ETFs That Reinvest Stock Dividends in Bitcoin

    · etf

    Franklin Templeton has filed with the SEC to launch a suite of equity ETFs that automatically reinvest stock dividends directly into Bitcoin, marking the first known attempt by a major traditional asset manager to embed BTC accumulation into conventional dividend-paying equity products. The filing reflects growing inst

  • Crypto week ahead: Bitcoin faces Fed, inflation, GDP tests

    · macro

    Bitcoin faces critical macroeconomic tests this week with the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, key inflation data, and Q2 GDP figures all scheduled for release. Analysts widely expect these events to drive heightened volatility in Bitcoin as traders assess their impact on liquidity, risk appetite, and potentia

  • Bitcoin Slides Below $80K as Saudi, Turkey, and Pakistan Hold Surprise Iran Security Summit

    · price

    Bitcoin has fallen below $80,000 amid escalating geopolitical tensions following a surprise security summit between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan focused on Iran. The unexpected high-level meeting has fueled market concerns over potential instability in the Middle East, driving safe-haven flows out of risk assets

  • Bitcoin loses $80K before Fed decision: Assessing whether BTC whale can withstand more selling

    · macro

    Bitcoin has dropped below the key $80,000 psychological level ahead of the Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest-rate decision, reigniting concerns over sustained selling pressure from large holders. On-chain data shows whales continue to distribute coins into the rally, with several large addresses offloading holdings a

  • Is Your Passport Wallet Safe? What Foundation Says About the Phishing Emails

    · news_corporations

    The Bitcoin Passport hardware wallet remains secure, with no evidence of compromise from the recent phishing email campaign, according to the Foundation Devices team. The emails, which falsely claimed a critical vulnerability and urged users to update firmware via malicious links, were sent to addresses likely scraped

  • Who owns Bitcoin? Galaxy finds 55% of BTC supply remains unidentified

    · news_corporations

    Approximately 55% of Bitcoin’s total supply remains unidentified and cannot be attributed to any known entity, according to Galaxy Digital’s latest on-chain analysis. The remaining 45% is held by governments, public companies, ETFs, miners, and long-term holders, with a significant concentration among a relatively smal

  • Bettors Expect a Democratic Midterm Win. How Gold, Bitcoin, and Stocks Could Feel It

    · price

    Bettors are heavily favoring a Democratic victory in the upcoming US midterm elections, with prediction markets assigning high probabilities to Democrats gaining control of Congress. Market analysts anticipate this outcome could lead to increased fiscal spending, higher taxes on corporations and capital gains, and loos

  • A Perfect Storm for Bitcoin? Fed, PCE, GDP and Big Tech Earnings Ahead

    · price

    A confluence of high-impact events this week—including the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, PCE inflation data, Q2 GDP figures, and major Big Tech earnings—has analysts describing a potential "perfect storm" for Bitcoin. Markets are pricing in a 90%+ probability of a Fed rate cut, while cooler-than-expected PC

  • Over 11 million bitcoin has no known owner. Here's what it means

    · price

    Over 11 million BTC, representing more than half of Bitcoin’s total supply, currently sits in wallets with no identifiable owner, largely comprising lost coins, dormant early-mined holdings, and Satoshi-era addresses. Multiple analyses confirm this figure through on-chain clustering and activity heuristics, with the va

  • How to earn yield on Bitcoin in 2026: Staking, lending and DeFi

    · price

    In 2026, Bitcoin yield opportunities are expanding through staking via protocols like Babylon, which enables BTC to secure PoS networks and earn rewards, alongside lending on centralized and decentralized platforms offering competitive APYs on wrapped or native BTC. DeFi innovations, including restaking and liquidity p

  • Bitcoin pinned at $80.2k as oil, rate jitters dent crypto appetite By Investing.com

    · macro

    Bitcoin is currently pinned around $80,200 as renewed oil price volatility and persistent interest-rate uncertainty have dampened risk appetite across crypto markets. Multiple reports confirm that traders are scaling back exposure amid fears that sticky inflation will delay or reduce the pace of Federal Reserve rate cu

  • Bitcoin and Stocks Recover as Oil Eases

    · price

    Bitcoin and major stock indices rebounded as oil prices eased from recent highs, reducing inflation concerns and improving risk appetite across markets. The correlation between BTC and equities strengthened during the recovery, with both assets benefiting from a shift away from safe-haven flows triggered by earlier geo

  • Bitcoin: Analyst sees ‘buying opportunity of a lifetime’ in BTC’s quantum crisis

    · price

    A prominent analyst has described Bitcoin’s current price weakness amid growing concerns over quantum computing threats as the “buying opportunity of a lifetime.” Multiple reports highlight that while quantum advances could eventually jeopardize Bitcoin’s elliptic-curve cryptography, practical breakthroughs remain year

  • LND Tests A Guardrail Against Extreme External Bitcoin Fee Estimates

    · price

    LND is testing a new guardrail that prevents the Lightning Network daemon from adopting extreme external Bitcoin fee estimates, which have occasionally spiked to irrational levels during network congestion. The update introduces sanity checks that cap fee rates derived from third-party sources, ensuring LND relies on m

  • Bitcoin wallet bug let rogue servers steal funds when users tried to speed up payments

    · etf

    A critical bug in certain Bitcoin wallet implementations allowed malicious servers to steal user funds when they attempted to accelerate pending transactions via Replace-By-Fee (RBF). Rogue servers could exploit the vulnerability by supplying specially crafted replacement transactions that drained the victim's wallet b

  • Bitcoin slips under $80,000 as traders de-risk ahead of Fed meeting

    · macro

    Bitcoin has slipped below $80,000 as traders de-risk ahead of the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting, with both reports confirming the same downward pressure driven by caution over potential interest-rate signals. Market participants are trimming exposure in anticipation of tighter monetary policy language or less dovish

  • Why is Bitcoin price down today? BTC slips below $80K ahead of Fed decision

    · price

    Bitcoin is trading below $80,000 as investors adopt a risk-off stance ahead of the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate decision and Chair Powell’s press conference. Market participants are pricing in the possibility that the Fed will signal a slower pace of rate cuts than previously expected, strengthening the US dollar an

  • From Stripe to Bitcoin: Card Fraud Case Ends in Prison Sentence

    · etf

    A UK man who used stolen credit cards to purchase Bitcoin through Stripe was sentenced to 32 months in prison after being convicted of multiple counts of fraud and money laundering. The case highlights how traditional payment processors like Stripe have become entry points for converting illicit card-not-present fraud

  • Bitcoin Falls Below $80,000: Is Benjamin Cowen's Bearish Q4 Roadmap Playing Out?

    · macro

    Bitcoin has declined below $80,000, aligning with elements of Benjamin Cowen’s bearish Q4 roadmap that anticipated weaker price action and potential capitulation into year-end. Multiple analysts note the breakdown of key technical supports and reduced momentum following the post-election rally. The consensus view is th

  • Spot Bitcoin ETFs see $443M in net outflows as Ether funds bleed too

    · price

    Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $443 million in net outflows on Thursday, marking a significant reversal from recent inflows, while Ether ETFs also experienced continued bleeding. Multiple reports confirm this as part of a broader cooling in institutional demand for crypto exposure via ETFs. The key implication is renewed s

  • Bitcoin steadies near $80,400 after weekend selloff, Fed decision looms

    · macro

    Bitcoin steadied near $80,400 on Monday following a sharp weekend selloff that pushed prices below $79,000. Market participants are now focused on the Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy decision, with expectations of no rate cut this week but potential signals on the pace of future easing. The consensus view is that Bit

  • On the Chain: Bitcoin slips below US$80,000 as weak institutional flows weigh on crypto

    · lightning

    Bitcoin has slipped below US$80,000, driven primarily by weak institutional inflows into crypto investment products. Multiple reports highlight subdued demand from ETFs and institutional players as the main factor exerting downward pressure on prices. The consensus indicates that without a meaningful recovery in instit

  • Jordi Visser Calls Chamath Palihapitiya’s Bitcoin Going To Zero Tale ‘Completely Just A Joke,’ Says AI Sell-Off Could Bo

    · price

    Jordi Visser dismissed Chamath Palihapitiya’s prediction that Bitcoin could go to zero following a major hack as “completely just a joke,” highlighting the hyperbolic and unrealistic nature of the claim. Multiple sources note that Palihapitiya’s bearish stance contrasts with broader market optimism, as analysts increas

  • Pi Network Price Prediction as Major Desktop Upgrade Rolls Out – Will PI Hold $0.078?

    · price

    Pi Network’s major desktop upgrade has gone live, introducing enhanced node functionality, improved user interface, and better mining efficiency as the project advances toward mainnet. Market observers are closely watching whether the Pi token can maintain support at $0.078 amid ongoing volatility. Consensus across cov

  • Bitcoin Whales Hold Back as Retail Deposits Hit 6-Month High

    · whale_movements

    Bitcoin whales have significantly reduced their accumulation activity while retail investors have increased deposits to exchanges at the highest level in six months. On-chain data shows large holders are holding back from buying dips, in contrast to heightened retail participation. This divergence suggests waning confi

  • Bitcoin and Gold Hit a Historic First in 2026. The Two “Safe Havens” Are Now the Worst Assets

    · macro

    Bitcoin and gold have both suffered sharp declines in 2026, making them the worst-performing major assets and challenging their reputations as safe havens. The reports offer no evidence that the separate Cashu UNIT launch explains or offsets the market move. For Bitcoin, the episode underscores that it can remain highl

  • Paolo Ardoino wants AI to run Bitcoin mines. Who gets permission to act?

    · macro

    Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino is advocating AI-managed Bitcoin mining, with autonomous systems potentially making operational decisions such as adjusting power use and deploying hardware. The central issue is who authorizes those actions and remains accountable when an AI agent controls valuable infrastructure. The proposal

  • Bitcoin’s 7-Day Hashrate Returns to 1 ZH/s After Nearly 8 Months

    · price

    Bitcoin’s seven-day average hashrate has returned to 1 zettahash per second, its first time at that level in nearly eight months. The milestone signals that mining capacity has recovered, reflecting continued investment in hardware and network security. Higher hashrate strengthens Bitcoin’s resistance to attack, though

  • Jamie Dimon Hated Bitcoin: JPMorgan Now Expects BTC to Beat Stocks and Gold

    · macro

    JPMorgan analysts expect Bitcoin to outperform stocks and gold, citing a lower volatility-adjusted valuation gap after the latest market decline. The view marks a notable shift in tone from CEO Jamie Dimon, who has repeatedly criticized Bitcoin, though it does not represent a change in his personal stance. The forecast

  • Bitcoin vs Ethereum ETFs: The Gap Is Getting Hard to Ignore

    · etf

    Bitcoin ETFs continue to attract substantially more investor demand and assets than Ethereum ETFs, widening the gap between the two products. The divergence suggests institutional interest remains more concentrated in Bitcoin, reinforcing its position as the primary crypto asset for traditional-market exposure. Ethereu

  • Bitcoin tests $80K as crypto liquidations hit $550M – Will BTC’s support level hold?

    · price

    Bitcoin tested the $80,000 level as a broad crypto sell-off triggered roughly $550 million in liquidations, intensifying pressure on near-term support. The key question is whether buyers can defend this level; a sustained break lower could invite further selling, while a hold may stabilize price. Liquidation figures re

  • Muneeb Ali says Bitcoin has about two years to start its post-quantum upgrade

    · developer

    Muneeb Ali argues Bitcoin should begin planning and implementing a post-quantum upgrade within roughly two years, citing the long lead time needed to coordinate changes across the network. The concern is that future quantum computers could undermine current public-key cryptography, potentially putting exposed funds at

  • Bitcoin ETFs Lose $138M as Zcash Extends 3-Day Inflow Streak

    · etf

    U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $138 million in net outflows, while Zcash investment products extended their inflow streak to three days. The divergence points to weaker near-term demand for Bitcoin exposure alongside selective interest in Zcash. One day of flows does not establish a broader trend, but sustained Bitcoi

  • Fed Week Puts Stocks, Bitcoin, and DXY on Collision Course Before $11 Billion Expiry

    · macro

    Markets are approaching a convergence of Fed policy decisions and roughly $11 billion in options expiry, with stocks, Bitcoin, and the U.S. dollar index (DXY) poised for heightened volatility. The Fed’s guidance could shift rate expectations and the dollar, influencing risk appetite across equities and crypto. For Bitc

  • Website Dares Hackers to Steal Bitcoin as the Clock Keeps Ticking

    · lightning

    A website is challenging hackers to steal a Bitcoin prize, with the funds remaining untouched as its countdown continues. The stunt’s central implication is that the Bitcoin appears protected by a difficult-to-crack puzzle or access mechanism, though the report alone does not establish its security. Any successful thef