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Bitcoin Adoption Metrics Say One Thing, Price Action Says Another
Despite increasing adoption by institutions and countries, Bitcoin's price action in 2025 remained subdued due to factors like supply distribution and macro conditions.
DAOs May Need To Ditch Decentralization To Court Institutions
The DAO Across Protocol proposed transitioning to a private company to better engage with institutions needing clear legal counterparties.
Argentina joins growing list of countries blocking Polymarket access
Argentina has ordered a nationwide block on prediction market Polymarket due to operating without local approval and posing gambling risks.
Vietnam Crypto Licences Draw Five Firms as Overseas Platform Ban Looms
Five Vietnamese firms are vying for the country's first crypto exchange licenses amid plans to ban overseas platforms.
Decentralized Compute Has Failed
Decentralized compute networks have failed because they still require trust in node operators, lacking cryptographic verification for results.
Mastercard agrees to purchase BVNK for up to $1.8 billion
Mastercard is acquiring stablecoin infrastructure company BVNK for up to $1.8 billion to enhance its digital asset capabilities.
Mastercard to acquire stablecoin firm BVNK for up to $1.8B
Mastercard will acquire BVNK, a stablecoin payment infrastructure provider, for up to $1.8 billion to enhance its crypto capabilities.
Strategy on course to hit 1 million BTC this year — and STRC is the clearest reason why
MicroStrategy's Bitcoin acquisition strategy, fueled by its preferred stock STRC, is on track to reach 1 million BTC this year.
Vietnam prepares to restrict overseas crypto trading as banks, brokers bid for new local licenses: report
Vietnam plans to ban citizens from trading on overseas crypto platforms while local banks and brokerages seek licenses for domestic exchanges.
Cari Taps ZKsync’s Prividium as US Banks' Answer to Stablecoins
Cari Network is partnering with ZKsync’s Prividium to enable US regional banks to issue and manage tokenized deposits, competing with stablecoins.
PayPal (PYPL) expands PYUSD stablecoin to 70 markets
PayPal is expanding its dollar-backed stablecoin, PYUSD, to 70 new markets to facilitate cheaper and faster transactions.
Vietnam shortlists firms for first regulated crypto platforms
Vietnam has shortlisted five companies, including affiliates of major banks, to launch the country's first regulated crypto exchanges.
BTC price hits a wall at $75,000 while onchain energy markets run hot: Crypto Daybook Americas
Bitcoin faced resistance at $75,000 while onchain energy markets, particularly oil futures, saw increased activity as geopolitical tensions rise.
PayPal expanding PYUSD stablecoin access to 70 countries: Report
PayPal is expanding access to its PYUSD stablecoin to 70 new countries across South America, Africa, and Asia.
Polymarket Faces Nationwide Block Ordered by Argentina Court
An Argentine court ordered a nationwide block of the Polymarket platform for allegedly offering unauthorized gambling services.
Bitcoin Bulls Risk Getting Trapped at Six-Week Highs
Bitcoin's recent price rebound risks becoming a bull trap due to structural weaknesses and a lack of spot buying support.
Argentina orders nationwide block of Polymarket as scrutiny of prediction markets grows: report
An Argentine court ordered a nationwide block of the crypto prediction platform Polymarket, citing unlicensed online betting concerns.
Cango is selling off its bitcoin stash to pay down debt and fund an AI makeover
Bitcoin miner Cango sold 4,451 BTC to reduce debt and finance its strategic pivot toward becoming an AI infrastructure provider.
BTC price retreats from monthly high as overbought conditions persist: Crypto Markets Today
Bitcoin experienced a pullback from its monthly high, remaining 'overbought' while derivatives suggest continued bullishness in crypto markets.
Bitcoin price climbs as global markets shake, fueled by ETFs and institutional buying
Bitcoin's price surged past $75,000, driven by rebounding ETF inflows, renewed buyer activity, and significant institutional accumulation.
Bitcoin Bollinger Bands Setting Up BTC Price for "Powerful Move"
Bitcoin's Bollinger Bands are at their tightest monthly level ever, signaling an imminent, powerful volatility move, potentially upward.
Do Bitcoin Halvings Matter Anymore If Strategy's STRC Exists?
Strategy's substantial Bitcoin purchases funded by STRC preferred stock are outpacing new BTC supply, potentially diminishing the impact of future halvings.
Stand With Crypto stakeholders ramp up pressure on Senate Banking Committee on DeFi protections, stablecoin rewards
Stand With Crypto is urging senators to protect DeFi and maintain stablecoin rewards as the Senate Banking Committee debates crypto legislation.
Cango posts $452.8 million net loss in first year as bitcoin miner
Cango reported a $452.8 million net loss in 2025, its first full year as a bitcoin miner, despite $688.1 million in revenue.
Equity, oil and bond markets have freaked out. Bitcoin traders have not.
While traditional markets reacted with volatility to the Iran conflict, Bitcoin's implied volatility remained stable, indicating calmer crypto traders.
Bitcoin hits rare 8-day winning streak – but 2022 bear market saw one too
Bitcoin achieved an 8-day winning streak, historically bullish, but parallels with the 2022 bear market suggest caution.
Former LA Sheriff’s Deputy Sentenced to 5 Years for Helping Crypto “Godfather” Extort Rivals
A former LA Sheriff's deputy was sentenced to over five years for helping a crypto figure extort rivals.
Polymarket Bets On Solana Price – $60 First or $140? Neither Likely
Despite a recent breakout, Solana's rally faces sustainability risks indicated by high NVT ratios and continued exchange inflows.
South Korea Police Draft Guidelines for Seized Crypto Assets: Report
South Korea's police agency drafted new guidelines to standardize the handling and storage of seized cryptocurrencies.
Crypto.com Enables Tourist Crypto Payments in Korea With KG Inicis Deal
Crypto.com partnered with KG Inicis to allow international tourists to use crypto for payments across South Korea.
Zcash Hashrate and Shielded Supply Reach All-Time Highs in March
In March, Zcash saw record hashrate and shielded supply, alongside recovering investor sentiment and increased community positivity.
Clarity Act Markup Nears as Tim Scott Sets Senate Session
Senator Tim Scott will address the Clarity Act markup timeline at the DC Blockchain Summit, as negotiations over stablecoin yields near a resolution.
Macro Analysts Warn of Credit Crisis: A Scenario Built for Bitcoin?
Mounting stress in private credit, potentially leading to money printing, is cited as a scenario favorable for Bitcoin's performance.
CZ Speaks on Bitcoin’s Darkest Self-Custody Nightmare: $172M Vanishes in a Marriage Turned Spy War
A man claims his wife used CCTV to steal $172M in Bitcoin from his Trezor wallet, highlighting the risks of self-custody.
XRP Price Stalls at $1.60, but One Bullish Pattern Keeps Upside in Play
XRP's price has paused at $1.60, forming a 'cup' pattern that suggests potential for further gains if it breaks this resistance level.
How the Iran War Could Turn The Strait of Hormuz Into a Dollar Risk
Ray Dalio warns that losing control of the Strait of Hormuz could jeopardize the US dollar's reserve currency status.
Former LA deputy gets 5 years in prison for aiding ‘Crypto Godfather’ extortion scheme
A former LA County Sheriff's deputy was sentenced to 63 months for helping 'Crypto Godfather' Adam Iza extort rivals.
XRP price news: Ripple-linked token flips BNB as open interest toward pre-crash level
XRP has surpassed BNB in market capitalization, reaching $93.4 billion, with open interest on Binance rising significantly.
BTC, ETH, ADA price news: Majors post 11% weekly gains as bitcoin tests $75,000
Major cryptocurrencies saw double-digit weekly gains, with Bitcoin briefly surpassing $75,000, ahead of a key Federal Reserve decision.
DeFi Education Fund Drops SEC Lawsuit as Crypto Stance Softens
The DeFi Education Fund withdrew a lawsuit against the SEC regarding crypto airdrops, citing a shift in the regulator's stance.
What KuCoin’s Transparency Data Reveals About Trust in Crypto Exchanges
KuCoin leads in Proof-of-Reserves transparency, according to CryptoQuant, demonstrating a commitment to security and verifiable disclosures in the crypto exchange landscape.
Ex-LA Cop Gets 5 Years for Helping Crypto ‘Godfather’
A former LA deputy received a 5-year sentence for aiding a crypto founder, known as “The Godfather,” in extortion and a drug-related arrest.
China’s Taiwan Threat Puts $10.6 Trillion at Risk, Next Trigger for Bitcoin Rally?
Increased Chinese military activity near Taiwan highlights $10.6 trillion in potential global economic risk, while Bitcoin shows strength amid geopolitical stress.
Messari CEO Eric Turner Steps Down Amid AI Expansion
Messari CEO Eric Turner stepped down as the company pivots to an AI-first strategy, promoting CTO Diran Li to CEO.
President Trump Demands Fed Hold “Special Meeting” to Cut Interest Rates Right Now
President Trump urged the Federal Reserve to immediately cut interest rates, criticizing Jerome Powell for being “too late” and suggesting a special meeting.
Bitcoin ETF Inflows See 6-Day Streak
US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a six-day inflow streak, totaling nearly $1 billion since March 9, coinciding with Bitcoin's 12.5% price rally.
Why No Expert Would Recommend AI Trading Bots
Experts argue AI trading bots are unlikely to succeed due to liability risks, institutional competition, and the generic nature of current AI models.
Messari Cuts Staff, Taps New CEO in Institutional Crypto Intelligence Bet
Messari appointed Diran Li as its new CEO and underwent layoffs as it refocuses on becoming an AI-first platform for institutional crypto clients.
Polymarket Moves Against Users Who Allegedly Threatened Israeli Reporter
Polymarket banned users who allegedly threatened Times of Israel reporter Emanuel Fabian after his reporting on an Iranian missile strike.
Bitcoin rally tests $75,000 level in massive short squeeze
Bitcoin surged past $75,000, fueled by a massive short squeeze and improving institutional demand, though sustainability remains uncertain.
Trump Urges Fed Rate Cut as Inflation Threat Grows
Donald Trump is pressuring the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates immediately, citing economic benefits and the rising national debt.
Argentina blocks access to Polymarket after early bets on February inflation
Argentina blocked Polymarket, a prediction market platform, after it accurately predicted February inflation data before official release.
Crypto.com partners with South Korea’s largest payment gateway provider
Crypto.com has partnered with KG Inicis to integrate Crypto.com Pay for digital asset payments across South Korea's largest merchant network.
Argentina Becomes the Latest Country to Ban Polymarket
Argentina has banned Polymarket, joining over 30 countries, due to consumer protection concerns and suspicions of insider trading.
UK Man Accuses Wife of Stealing 2,323 Bitcoin After Filming Seed Phrase
A UK man accused his estranged wife of stealing $176 million in Bitcoin by covertly filming his hardware wallet seed phrase.
XRP Whales Are Back, But Rising Binance Supply Raises a Key Question
XRP reserves on Binance hit a multi-month high while whale flow turned positive, suggesting large investors might absorb the increased supply.
Bitcoin briefly touches $76,000 ahead of key economic decisions this week
Bitcoin reached $76,000 amid investor optimism before crucial economic data releases and central bank meetings.
Polymarket Users Threaten Reporter to Change Iran Strike Story
Polymarket banned users who threatened a journalist to alter his report on an Iranian missile strike to influence a $17 million prediction market.
Messari CEO steps down alongside mass layoffs in AI pivot
Messari CEO Eric Turner stepped down as the company conducts layoffs to pivot toward becoming an AI-first firm.
Bitcoin surges past $75,000, XRP (XRP) and ether (ETH) jump 8%
Bitcoin exceeded $75,000, driven by the unwinding of short positions in derivatives, boosting the broader crypto market.
Traders Use Claude AI to Build Polymarket Bots — Some Claim Millions in Profits
Traders are leveraging Anthropic's Claude AI to create automated trading bots for Polymarket, reportedly earning profits ranging from thousands to millions of dollars.
Bitcoin Tops $75K — Polymarket Puts $80K Odds at 56%
Bitcoin surpassed $75,000, driven by tightening supply, capital rotation from gold, and positive market predictions.
OpenSea Delays SEA Token Launch Citing Crypto Bear Market
OpenSea has postponed the launch of its anticipated SEA token due to challenging conditions in the current crypto bear market.
OpenSea Delays SEA Token Launch Amid Tough Market Conditions
OpenSea has postponed the launch of its SEA token due to challenging market conditions, aiming for a more prepared launch.
XRP breaks through $1.5 after double-digit weekly growth
XRP surged past $1.5 following a 13% weekly gain, reclaiming its spot as the fourth-largest crypto.
Bitcoin Price Surges Above $75,000 as Bullish Momentum Builds
Bitcoin's price exceeded $75,000, rebounding nearly 25% from February lows, fueled by easing geopolitical tensions and increased institutional investment.
Nvidia Stock Fails to Rally Despite Major AI and Gaming Announcements
Despite unveiling new AI technologies and a $1 trillion market opportunity, Nvidia's stock experienced only modest gains after its GTC conference.
SEC Is Changing a Major Rule That Could Benefit US Stocks and Crypto
The SEC is proposing to eliminate quarterly corporate earnings reports, allowing companies to report only twice yearly.
Nvidia (NVDA) news: CEO Jensen Huang's keynote fuels AI crypto token rally
AI-linked crypto tokens surged after Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang projected massive chip demand and highlighted agentic AI systems.
U.K. judge allows lawsuit over alleged $172M bitcoin theft between spouses
A U.K. court will hear a case where a man accuses his wife of stealing $172 million in bitcoin using his hardware wallet's recovery phrase.