Bitcoin

Regulation · 1 week ago Canada's OSFI Supports Tokenized Deposits as Legally Equivalent to Traditional Deposits Canada's Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions has confirmed that bank-issued crypto deposits are legally equivalent to traditional deposits, promoting innovation in the financial sector.

Companies · 1 week ago Metaplanet Reduces Executive Stock Pool by 41% and Establishes Hong Kong Subsidiary Metaplanet has announced a significant reduction of its executive stock options pool by 41.1% and plans to launch a new subsidiary in Hong Kong to enhance trading capabilities.

Mining · 1 week ago Stacks Launches Institutional Bitcoin Staking Bond Targeting 3% Annual Yield Stacks has introduced its first institutional Bitcoin Staking bond, aiming for a 3% annualized yield, with participation from notable digital asset managers.

Macro · 1 week ago Bitcoin Faces $568 Million Liquidation Amid Oil Price Surge and Bond Yield Spike A sharp rise in oil prices and bond yields has triggered a significant liquidation event in the crypto market, with Bitcoin falling below $77,000 and over $568 million in positions liquidated.

Markets · 1 week ago Bitcoin Analyst Benjamin Cowen Highlights Reputation Issues in Crypto Market Analyst Benjamin Cowen suggests that the ongoing low interest in cryptocurrency may stem from a damaged reputation rather than typical market cycles, pointing to declining search activity as a troubling sign.

Macro · 1 week ago Bitcoin Falls Below $80,000 Amid Market Turmoil and Institutional Outflows Bitcoin has dropped below $80,000 for the fourth consecutive session, reflecting broader market pressures and significant institutional outflows.

Hacks & Exploits · 1 week ago Ringleader of $245 Million Bitcoin Theft Pleads Guilty in Miami Malone Lam, the ringleader of a major bitcoin theft operation, has pleaded guilty to charges related to the theft of over 4,100 bitcoins, valued at $245 million, while using sophisticated hacking techniques.

Spot & ETFs · 1 week ago Bitwise to Liquidate Dogecoin ETF BWOW After Less Than One Year Bitwise Investment Advisers is shutting down its Dogecoin ETF, BWOW, due to low investor interest, with trading set to end on October 14, 2026.

Markets · 1 week ago Trump Proposes $5,000 Payment to Every Adult American if Republicans Win Midterms In a recent speech, Donald Trump pledged a $5,000 payment to every adult U.S. citizen contingent on Republican victories in the upcoming midterm elections, raising questions about its economic implications.

Companies · 1 week ago VerifiedX Secures $15 Million to Enhance Institutional Bitcoin Infrastructure VerifiedX has launched a $15 million financing round aimed at developing its institutional Bitcoin infrastructure, with initial investments already secured.

Macro · 1 week ago US Inflation Report Triggers Decline in Gold and Bitcoin Prices Recent inflation data from the US has caused significant declines in both gold and Bitcoin prices, reflecting broader market volatility.

Security · 1 week ago New Research Reveals Quantum Computing Threat to Bitcoin and Ethereum Security A collaborative study has significantly reduced the quantum resources needed to potentially compromise Bitcoin and Ethereum's cryptographic security, highlighting urgent vulnerabilities.

Derivatives · 1 week ago Kraken's Parent Company Payward Files for CFTC-Regulated Perpetual Futures in the U.S. Payward, the parent company of Kraken, has filed to offer CFTC-regulated perpetual futures for U.S. traders via Bitnomial, marking a significant step in expanding regulated crypto derivatives access.

Funding · 1 week ago Bitcoin Sell Pressure Hits One-Month Low as Long-Term Holders Reduce Profit Taking Bitcoin's sell-side risk has decreased significantly, with long-term holders realizing less profit, indicating a shift in market dynamics.

Adoption · 1 week ago Steak ‘n Shake Reports Double-Digit Sales Growth After Bitcoin Adoption Steak ‘n Shake has announced significant sales growth since adopting Bitcoin payments, achieving a 19% increase in same-store sales this quarter.

Compliance · 1 week ago Malone Lam Pleads Guilty to Leading $245 Million Bitcoin Theft Operation Malone Lam, a 22-year-old Singaporean, has pleaded guilty to a racketeering conspiracy involving the theft of over $245 million in Bitcoin, marking a significant case in cryptocurrency crime enforcement.

Markets · 1 week ago MicroStrategy's Funding Model vs. JPMorgan: A Study in Contrasts MicroStrategy, now known as Strategy, highlights its reliance on permanent capital compared to JPMorgan's deposit-based funding, revealing significant differences in financial stability and risk management.

Macro · 1 week ago Iran Uses Bitcoin to Navigate Economic Challenges Amid Sanctions Iran is leveraging bitcoin to facilitate cross-border transactions and support its economy, as the central bank encourages the use of cryptocurrencies amidst ongoing sanctions.

Regulation · 1 week ago Block Seeks OCC Approval for Builders Bank & Trust, a National Crypto Custody Bank Block has filed an application with the OCC to establish Builders Bank & Trust, a national trust bank aimed at providing custody services for bitcoin and stablecoins, pending regulatory approval.

Macro · 1 week ago Bitcoin Holds Above $78,000 Amid Oil Surge and Inflation Concerns Bitcoin remains resilient above $78,000 as Brent crude oil prices exceed $100, raising inflation fears ahead of upcoming U.S. economic data.