Bitcoin

US government says Bitcoin seized from 2016 hack should be returned to Bitfinex

The restitution of seized Bitcoin to Bitfinex highlights the complexities of asset recovery and the evolving legal landscape in cryptocurrency crimes.

2 years ago · By VIVIAN NGUYEN

SEC Chair Gary Gensler says Bitcoin is speculative but likens it to gold

SEC Chair Gary Gensler compares Bitcoin to gold, calling it speculative, as he discusses crypto regulation and ETFs before stepping down.

2 years ago · By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Bitwise CIO says corporate Bitcoin buying is set to explode

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan predicts a surge in corporate bitcoin adoption, driven by new accounting rules and reduced risks.

2 years ago · By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Italy’s largest bank steps into Bitcoin with $1M purchase

Italy's largest bank, Intesa Sanpaolo, buys $1M in Bitcoin, marking its first spot purchase amid growing institutional crypto adoption.

2 years ago · By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

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Bitcoin drops below $90K to lowest level since November amid macroeconomic pressures

Jan. 13, 2025

Bitcoin drops below $90K to lowest level since November amid macroeconomic pressures

Bitcoin market pressures deepen with a dip below $90,000, amid macroeconomic factors and rising yields impacting crypto assets.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

BlackRock debuts new spot Bitcoin ETF in Canada

Jan. 13, 2025

BlackRock debuts new spot Bitcoin ETF in Canada

BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF launch in Canada may accelerate mainstream crypto adoption and influence global regulatory approaches to digital assets.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

MicroStrategy adds 2,530 Bitcoin to its stash, holdings reach 450,000 BTC

Jan. 13, 2025

MicroStrategy adds 2,530 Bitcoin to its stash, holdings reach 450,000 BTC

MicroStrategy's continued Bitcoin investment amid market volatility highlights its commitment to crypto, potentially influencing corporate strategies.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

El Salvador’s tourism thrives amid Bitcoin adoption

Jan. 11, 2025

El Salvador’s tourism thrives amid Bitcoin adoption

El Salvador's tourism boom, driven by Bitcoin adoption, could boost economic growth and investment, enhancing its global economic standing.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Meta urged to consider Bitcoin Treasury shareholder proposal

Jan. 10, 2025

Meta urged to consider Bitcoin Treasury shareholder proposal

Meta is urged by advocacy group to consider Bitcoin corporate treasury, highlighting its potential as an inflation hedge.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

CryptoQuant analyst signals Bitcoin’s dip as a prime accumulation opportunity

Jan. 10, 2025

CryptoQuant analyst signals Bitcoin’s dip as a prime accumulation opportunity

CryptoQuant analyst highlights Bitcoin’s indicator dip as an accumulation opportunity, with long-term cycle metrics suggesting continued growth.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

DOJ cleared to sell $6.5B in Bitcoin seized from Silk Road

Jan. 8, 2025

DOJ cleared to sell $6.5B in Bitcoin seized from Silk Road

The sale of seized Bitcoin could impact cryptocurrency markets and set precedents for handling digital assets in legal contexts.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Bitcoin retreats from $102K high amid hot job data and Federal Reserve projections

Jan. 7, 2025

Bitcoin retreats from $102K high amid hot job data and Federal Reserve projections

Bitcoin drops 5% from $102K high as hot US job data and Federal Reserve projections weigh on markets, with $400M liquidated.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Arthur Hayes predicts Q1 Bitcoin top amid Treasury and Fed liquidity shifts

Jan. 7, 2025

Arthur Hayes predicts Q1 Bitcoin top amid Treasury and Fed liquidity shifts

Arthur Hayes predicts a Q1 Bitcoin top fueled by $612 billion in liquidity from Treasury and Fed actions, with a peak expected by March.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Czech central bank mulls Bitcoin to diversify foreign exchange reserves

Jan. 7, 2025

Czech central bank mulls Bitcoin to diversify foreign exchange reserves

The Czech central bank's consideration of Bitcoin highlights a growing trend among nations to explore cryptocurrency for economic resilience.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN