LONDON, UK, Monday, April 8, 2024 – A United Kingdom court has frozen $8.4 million (6.7 million British pounds) of assets belonging to Craig Wright, a self-proclaimed inventor of Bitcoin. The order, issued on March 14, stems from a legal battle between Wright and the Crypto Open Patent Alliance (COPA). COPA sued Wright in 2019, […]

Catenaa, Monday, April 21, 2025- Strategy, the Bitcoin-centric firm led by co-founder Michael Saylor, is seeing a surge in institutional exposure, with more than 13,000 entities now directly holding the company’s stock, according to new disclosures. The development coincides with Saylor hinting at another major Bitcoin acquisition, further cementing Strategy’s role as a key bridge […]

Catenaa, Thursday, June 26, 2025-Eight of South Korea’s largest banks have joined forces to create a won-pegged stablecoin, marking the nation’s first commercial bank-led initiative in digital assets. The consortium includes KB Kookmin, Shinhan, Woori, Nonghyup, Industrial Bank of Korea, Suhyup, Citibank Korea and SC First Bank. Announced Wednesday, the initiative is backed by the […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 20, 2025-Mubadala Investment Company, one of Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth funds, significantly increased its exposure to BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF during the first quarter, according to a regulatory filing released last Thursday. The fund acquired an additional 491,439 shares of BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), valued at $28.8 million, raising its total holdings […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, July 02, 2025- Nick van Eck, chief executive of Agora, accused Anchorage of bias after the crypto custodian’s “stablecoin safety matrix” ranked Agora’s AUSD as notably risky. Anchorage published the report on Thursday, evaluating reserves, banking partners and liability safeguards for major issuers. Anchorage delisted AUSD and Circle’s USDC, citing structural concerns over […]

New York, Monday, January 22, 20245- In an unexpected twist in the cryptocurrency market, collapsed hedge fund Alameda Research abandoned its lawsuit against Bitcoin fund manager Grayscale, reports said. This resulted in Grayscale shares rising and igniting concerns about a potential Bitcoin price dive. Alameda and Grayscale were locked in a legal battle over the […]

Catenaa, Monday, December 09, 2024-Amazon shareholders are urging the company to invest 5% of its assets in Bitcoin, highlighting the cryptocurrency’s superior returns compared to corporate bonds and its potential as a hedge against inflation. The proposal, spearheaded by the National Center for Public Policy Research (NCPPR), criticizes the Consumer Price Index (CPI) as an […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, June 04, 2025-Amboss, a specialist in Bitcoin’s Lightning Network, introduced Rails, a self-custodial yield generation platform designed to help users earn returns on their bitcoin while enhancing the network’s scalability and performance. Rails enables participants to act as Liquidity Providers (LPs), maintaining full custody of their bitcoin while supporting payment routing and liquidity […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, December 17, 2024 – AMP, one of Australia’s largest fund managers, has become the first major fund in the country to invest in Bitcoin, reaping a 66% return on its $27 million purchase earlier this year.  AMP confirmed the Bitcoin buy was made in May when the cryptocurrency was trading around $60,000. With […]

Catenaa, Friday, November 15, 2024-Venture capital giant Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) has expressed optimism for a crypto-friendly regulatory landscape under President-elect Donald Trump’s administration. The firm’s crypto policy team highlighted a promising path toward regulatory clarity, with expectations that Trump’s government will foster innovation, supporting crypto’s growth in the U.S. In a recent note to crypto […]

Catenaa, Monday, June 09, 2025-Tech giants Apple, X, Airbnb and Google are in early talks with cryptocurrency firms to explore integrating stablecoins into their platforms, Fortune Crypto reported Thursday, citing unnamed sources familiar with the matter. The move would aim to lower transaction costs and enable cheaper cross-border payments. These firms join a growing list […]

Thursday, April 18, 2024 – Argentina’s market regulator, the Comision Nacional de Valores, imposed a new mandatory registry for Bitcoin and crypto trading in March, Forbes reported. The CNV is the regulatory body responsible for overseeing and regulating the securities market in Argentina. It functions similarly to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in the […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 23, 2025- Arizona has taken a major step toward becoming the first U.S. state to establish a digital asset reserve fund, as Senate Bill 1373 cleared a House committee on Thursday and now heads to a full floor vote. The proposed legislation, dubbed the Arizona Strategic Digital Assets Reserve Bill, aims to […]

Catenaa, Monday, May 05, 2025-Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has vetoed a Republican-backed bill that would have allowed state funds to invest up to 10% in digital assets like bitcoin, calling the move too risky for public retirement accounts. The legislation, passed April 26 by Arizona’s GOP-led legislature, proposed permitting the state’s treasurer and retirement systems […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 30, 2025-Arizona lawmakers passed a bill Monday that would allow the state to invest public funds in Bitcoin, positioning it to become the first state in the U.S. to legally mandate cryptocurrency reserves if the measure is signed into law. The Arizona Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act cleared both chambers of the state […]

New York, Saturday, November 02, 20240-Asia has overtaken North America as the top destination for crypto developers, with the region now representing 32% of the global talent pool, a significant increase from 13% last year, according to data from Electric Capital.  In contrast, the United States’ share has dropped to 18.8%, marking a 51% decline […]

Catenaa, Monday, May 19, 2025-Asia’s richest investors are abandoning the US dollar in favor of Bitcoin, gold and Chinese markets, UBS executive Amy Lo said Tuesday, citing rising geopolitical instability and volatile markets as key factors driving the shift. Lo, co-head of UBS Asia-Pacific, revealed during a Bloomberg event that more than 15% of ultra-wealthy […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 24, 2025-The Australia government on Thursday announced plans to establish a ‘fit for purpose’ digital asset framework aimed at fostering innovation while ensuring consumer protection.  The Treasury released a paper Thursday detailing efforts to regulate digital asset platforms (DAPs) and stablecoins, with input from industry leaders, regulators, and the public. The initiative […]

Catenaa, Saturday, June 28, 2025- Avail, the modular blockchain project backed by Founders Fund and Dragonfly, has launched its full-stack infrastructure suite aiming to transform how decentralized networks scale and interact. The rollout includes three core layers, Avail DA, Fusion, and Nexus, designed to streamline crosschain operations, enable shared liquidity, and eliminate the need for […]

New York, Saturday, November 09, 2024- The Avalanche Foundation has repurchased $52 million worth of AVAX tokens initially sold to the Luna Foundation Guard (LFG) in 2022. The bankruptcy court granted Avalanche permission to reclaim 1.97 million AVAX tokens, marking the close of a chapter in Avalanche’s relationship with Terraform Labs, the blockchain project responsible […]

Catenaa, Sunday, April 13, 2025-The Babylon Foundation has announced plans for a token generation event (TGE) to airdrop 600 million BABY tokens to early supporters. The event will distribute 6% of the total supply of BABY, which has a maximum limit of 10 billion tokens. The distribution will be allocated across five categories, including phase-1 […]

Catenaa, Sunday, July 06, 2025-Digital asset platform Bakkt Holdings has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to sell up to $1 billion in securities, signaling plans to raise capital that could be used to expand its corporate treasury to include Bitcoin. The S-3 registration allows Bakkt to issue common stock, preferred stock, […]

Catenaa, Sunday, June 01, 2025-The Bank of Korea is weighing a plan to connect central bank-issued deposit tokens with public blockchain networks, signaling a major policy shift in its approach to digital currency innovation and financial sovereignty. Deputy Governor Lee Jong-ryeol announced the proposal Tuesday at the Blockchain Leaders Club event in Seoul, calling the […]

Catenaa, Thursday, June 26, 2025- Barclays has announced that it would prohibit credit card purchases of cryptocurrencies from tomorrow June 27, citing consumer protection risks, price volatility and rising fraud. The UK-based banking giant said crypto transactions pose heightened dangers due to the lack of coverage under the Financial Ombudsman Service and the Financial Services […]

BASEL, Switzerland, Thursday, July 4, 2024- The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS) announced a series of measures on Wednesday aimed at strengthening oversight of banks’ cryptoasset holdings, managing interest rate risk, and mitigating risks associated with third-party service providers. The framework takes effect in January 2026. The committee finalized a disclosure framework requiring banks […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 15, 2025-Spanish banking giant BBVA has received regulatory approval to offer Bitcoin and Ether trading services in Spain, marking a major expansion of its digital asset operations.  The bank announced Monday that the Spanish securities regulator cleared its plan to launch crypto trading, with services set to roll out in the coming […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 23, 2025-Bernstein analysts have slashed their 2025 price targets for major Bitcoin miners, citing sharp underperformance relative to the cryptocurrency itself.  In a Thursday note, analysts led by Gautam Chhugani highlighted a steep decline in miner stocks, with IREN, CleanSpark, and Riot Platforms dropping between 20-40% this year, while Bitcoin has fallen […]

Catenaa, Friday, July 11, 2025-Erebor, a new US national bank backed by Peter Thiel and other Silicon Valley heavyweights, aims to fill the financing void left by Silicon Valley Bank’s 2023 collapse.However, some analysts say that crypto and banking would make a dangerous mix and hence urge authorities to review the decisions. The digital-only bank, […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, May 28, 2025- Robert Kiyosaki, author of the best-selling finance book Rich Dad Poor Dad, has renewed his bullish stance on Bitcoin, calling it “the easiest way to get rich” and predicting its value could skyrocket in the coming years. In a string of posts Sunday night, Kiyosaki questioned why more people aren’t […]

Catenaa, Monday, June 02, 2025-Bitcoin traded at $105,597 Sunday evening, settling after a volatile week that saw the world’s largest cryptocurrency reach a new all-time high of $111,800. Analysts described the current price zone as a crucial “pivot point” that could determine the direction of the next market cycle. BTC Markets analyst said key technical […]

New York, Monday, September 09, 2024-Bitcoin ATMs, designed to simplify cryptocurrency transactions, have increasingly become a significant security concern, according to a report by CNBC. While these machines aim to provide easy exchanges between fiat currencies and cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, their rise has been accompanied by a surge in security breaches and fraudulent activities. The […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, June 11, 2025-Bitcoin may reach a new all-time high of $125,000 to $130,000 by the third quarter of 2025, a cryptocurrency analyst projected, citing patterns similar to gold’s historic rally. Ted Pillows, a crypto market analyst, compared Bitcoin’s current price behavior to gold’s trajectory from 2013 to 2020. In a post on X […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 05, 2025-Bitcoin price early this week plunged below $83,000, marking a significant downturn in the cryptocurrency market. This sharp decline caused the market to lose over $1 billion in value, leaving investors on edge. Despite brief recovery attempts, Bitcoin struggled to regain key support levels, with strong sell-offs continuing. Analysts noted that […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 12, 2025- Bitcoin tumbled below $80,000 on Monday night, extending a sharp decline as investors reacted to President Donald Trump’s bitcoin reserve plan, trade war fears, and recession concerns. Ether plunged to a 16-month low near $1,800, with the broader cryptocurrency market suffering heavy losses. Bitcoin briefly fell below $77,000 before rebounding […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 02, 2025- US spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded their largest daily net outflows to date, totaling $1.01 billion on Tuesday, as institutional investors rebalanced portfolios amid a broader market downturn. The outflows exceeded the previous record of $671.9 million in December, bringing the six-day streak of negative flows to over $2 […]

New York, Wednesday, December 27 – The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) faces a crucial deadline on January 10, 2024, to rule on applications from several major players seeking to launch physically-backed Bitcoin ETFs. Experts view that an SEC approval would mark a significant validation for Bitcoin, offering traditional investors an easier way to […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 22, 2025- US spot Bitcoin ETFs saw their largest daily net inflows in six weeks, recording $274.6 million on Monday, as institutional interest rebounded following five consecutive weeks of outflows. Fidelity’s FBTC led the surge with $127.3 million, followed by Ark Invest and BlackRock funds. Analysts cite Bitcoin price stabilization and quarter-end […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, February 26, 2023- Bitcoin price briefly spiraled downward on Friday (21) after the news broke of a significant hack at Dubai-based exchange Bybit. Mining stocks also saw a drop following the Bitcoin’s price drop. Bitcoin dropped below $90,000 on Tuesday (25) for the first time in over a month amid a broad cryptocurrency […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, June 24, 2025-A new report warns that Bitcoin could face major security threats if quantum computing breakthroughs emerge sooner than expected, urging the community to prepare both short- and long-term defenses. The study outlines a dual-track strategy: a seven-year migration to quantum-resistant protocols and a two-year emergency plan in case of a sudden […]

Catenaa, Monday, April 07, 2025- Bitcoin dropped below $80,000 on Sunday, as the fall in the cryptocurrency market continues with markets reacting to US trade tariffs. With President Trump’s announcement last Wednesday on reciprocal tariffs, a sharp decline in the crypto market was seen with Ethereum dropping nearly 8% in 24 hours, and the ETH/BTC […]

Catenaa, Thursday, February 27, 2025-Bitcoin extended its decline Wednesday night, falling 4.1% to a low of $83,600, its weakest level since November 2024, before rebounding slightly to $84,738. Analysts point to the unwinding of basis trades and record ETF outflows as key drivers behind the slump. Ether also declined 5.2% to $2,360, while major altcoins […]

Table of Content Bitcoin halving is a critical event in the world of cryptocurrency, occurring roughly every four years. During a halving, the reward for miners who validate transactions on the Bitcoin blockchain is slashed in half. This reduction in block rewards is fundamental to Bitcoin’s design, aimed at gradually decreasing the rate at which […]

NEW YORK, Wednesday, April 24, 2024 – The much-anticipated Bitcoin halving event that took place on Friday, April 19, 2024, will also result in a projected $10 billion annual revenue loss, a Bloomberg report claimed. The much-anticipated Bitcoin ‘halving’ event took place on Friday, April 19, 2024, when miners hit that magic 84000 Block This […]

New York, Friday, October 25, 2024-The Bitcoin network’s hashrate reached an all-time high of 769.8 exahashes per second (EH/s) on October 21, reflecting its growing security and resilience. However, this surge in computing power comes at a time when mining profitability is declining. Meanwhile, September saw a 2.6% drop in daily mining revenue, with Jefferies […]

New York, Monday, November, 2024-In a warning to investors, cryptocurrency expert Alan Santana has highlighted signs that Bitcoin (BTC) may be heading for a significant downturn after failing to surpass its previous all-time high. The leading cryptocurrency is currently consolidating below the $70,000 resistance level, raising concerns about its future performance. Santana claims that Bitcoin […]

Catenaa, Friday, December 06, 2024- Bitcoin surged past $100,000 for the first time late Wednesday, hitting a new record just hours after President-elect Donald Trump named Paul Atkins, a crypto advocate, as his choice to lead the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Bitcoin’s surge to $100,000 follows a rally that began after Trump’s election victory […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 23, 2025-Bitcoin surged past $90,000 for the first time in seven weeks on Tuesday, lifted by investor demand for inflation hedges following the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) bleak economic outlook. The IMF’s April 2025 World Economic Outlook downgraded US growth to 2.8% and raised inflation expectations to 3%, triggering broad concern over […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, November 13, 2024-  Bitcoin surged above $90,000 Tuesday, marking a new all-time high as market optimism soared following the US presidential election of Donald Trump. The cryptocurrency climbed another 1.8% over the past 24 hours, continuing a 30% increase over the past week. Analysts attribute this rapid price increase to investor confidence in […]

Catenaa, Monday, December 16, 2024-Bitcoin soared to a record high of $106,352 on Sunday, boosted by institutional interest and growing optimism in the crypto market, according to reports. The leading cryptocurrency later settled at $104,700, up 2.72% over the past 24 hours, according to reports available in public domains.  Analysts attribute the rally to a […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, November 13, 2024-Bitcoin (BTC) has soared to a record high of $85,000, marking an almost $20,000 increase over the past week, according to TradingView data. On Monday, Bitcoin was trading near $84,255, after hitting an intraday high of $84,989, as per CoinDesk Indices data. Since the election, the CoinDesk 20 Index (CD20), which […]

Catenaa, Sunday, June 22, 2025-Bitcoin holders are increasingly using crypto-backed loans to buy real estate without selling their digital assets, allowing them to avoid capital gains taxes and retain exposure to Bitcoin’s price movements, industry experts say. Mauricio Di Bartolomeo, co-founder of crypto lending platform Ledn, had reportedly said that Bitcoin-backed loans let borrowers use […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, January 15, 2025-Standard Chartered’s Geoff Kendrick warned Tuesday that bitcoin could face a 10% retracement to the low $80,000s if its $90,000 support level is breached. The prediction comes amid macroeconomic pressure and the potential unwinding of spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs).  In a research note, Kendrick highlighted “convexity risks” as critical, suggesting ETF […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 16, 2025- Jack Mallers, CEO of the Bitcoin-focused firm Twenty One, outlined a bold calculation suggesting Bitcoin (BTC) could someday be worth $50 million per coin, based on its limited supply and vast potential market. Mallers, who also founded payment platform Strike, discussed his estimate in a May 1 interview with journalist […]

Catenaa, Friday, June 20,2025- Bitcoin miners are grappling with reduced income despite the cryptocurrency’s price climbing above $100,000, as transaction fees plummet to their lowest level since 2022, industry data shows. According to Luxor’s Hashrate Index, fees in June have accounted for less than 1% of total block rewards, signaling shrinking revenue for miners beyond […]

Catenaa, Sunday, April 20, 2025-Bitcoin miners are ramping up their coin sales as surging costs and weakening prices pressure their margins, according to new data from CryptoQuant. In a report released Tuesday, the analytics firm said miners sold 15,000 BTC on April 7 — the third-largest daily outflow of the year. At the day’s low […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, February 18, 2025 – The US Bitcoin mining industry has generated more than 31,000 jobs and contributed over $4.1 billion annually to the economy, according to a new report from The Perryman Group. The industry is concentrated in 12 states, with Texas leading the charge. The Lone Star State accounts for $1.7 billion […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 02, 2025-Bitcoin mining has become increasingly unprofitable, with energy and hardware costs now outpacing the cryptocurrency’s market value for many miners, according to data from CoinShares. While Bitcoin’s price has rebounded to about $95,000, the cost of mining a single coin has risen sharply. For large-scale mining companies, the average cost to […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, May 21, 2025-Bitcoin hovered near $102,750 Monday, shedding 4% on the day as traders brace for a potential golden cross, a bullish chart pattern where the 50-day moving average crosses above the 200-day. Analysts see the setup as a long-term buy signal, pointing to similar conditions in 2023 before Bitcoin surged past $100,000. […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 23, 2025-Bitcoin surged to nearly $88,000 Monday as US stock markets plunged and President Donald Trump reignited criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, demanding immediate interest rate cuts. Major US indexes dropped roughly 3.5% as markets reopened after a long weekend. The US dollar slumped to a three-year low, shaken by […]

Catenaa, Thursday, January 09, 2025 – Bitcoin has claimed its spot as the 7th largest global asset by market value, overtaking silver and Saudi Aramco, after its price surged 124% in 2024 to reach $108,000. The cryptocurrency’s market capitalization now stands at $2.01 trillion, signaling growing acceptance within traditional finance.  A significant factor behind Bitcoin’s […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 16, 2025-Bitcoin adoption remains relatively low despite its growing prominence, with only 4% of the world’s population owning BTC, according to a new study by River, a Bitcoin financial services firm.  The United States leads in Bitcoin ownership, with 14% of individuals reporting holdings, while North America has the highest adoption rates […]

Catenaa, Sunday, June 22, 2025-Bitcoin total addressable market could rival the $30 trillion US Treasury market, positioning the digital currency as a broad alternative to traditional savings instruments, according to Hunter Horsley, CEO of digital asset firm Bitwise. Horsley said Friday that Bitcoin competes not only with gold, valued at $16 trillion, but also with […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, June 18, 2025-Bitcoin rebounded sharply to $107,700 on Monday, shrugging off geopolitical concerns after briefly falling to $102,800 on Friday in the wake of Israel’s reported strike on Iran. The swift recovery signals market resilience, with institutional flows holding steady and volatility remaining contained, analysts said. Crypto trading firm QCP Capital reported that […]

Catenaa, Thursday, November 21, 2024-Bitcoin hit a record high of $95,000 on Coinbase late Wednesday, marking the cryptocurrency’s first-ever breach of this milestone. The digital asset, which has surged 40% in the past month, is up 110% in 2024 alone. The rise comes amid growing institutional acceptance, with the recent approval of options on Bitcoin […]

Catenaa, Friday, December 20 , 2024 –The Bitcoin Policy Institute has drafted an executive order aimed at establishing a US strategic bitcoin reserve, positioning the cryptocurrency as a permanent national asset. The proposal, intended for President Trump’s consideration, would designate bitcoin as a reserve asset under the Exchange Stabilization Fund (ESF).  The draft outlines a […]

Catenaa, Thursday, November 28, 2024-Bitcoin price movement has been notable in the past week, marked by significant volatility and a strong push toward the $100,000 milestone. On November 22, Bitcoin opened at approximately $98,627 and quickly approached the $99,600 mark by November 23, driven by robust trading volumes and heightened investor interest. However, the cryptocurrency […]

Catenaa, Tuesday May 27, 2025-Swiss-based crypto services provider Bitcoin Suisse announced Monday that its Middle East subsidiary, BTCS (Middle East) Ltd., has received In-Principle Approval from Abu Dhabi Global Market’s Financial Services Regulatory Authority. The milestone paves the way for full licensing, enabling the firm to offer regulated crypto trading, custody, and derivative services in […]

Catenaa, Thursday, May 22, 2025-Bitcoin broke above $110,000 for the first time Wednesday, surging to a record high of $110,774 on Coinbase amid accelerating institutional demand and favorable market conditions. The price climbed 3% to $110,387 by 9:05 p.m. ET, buoyed by large-scale acquisitions from corporate treasuries and continued ETF inflows. Analysts at Presto Research […]

New York, Wednesday, November 06, 2024— Bitcoin has soared to a new all-time high, breaking past $74,000 as Republican candidate Donald Trump leads in the initial phase of the 2024 US presidential election, reports say. Bitcoin was trading around $74,470, marking a 9.5% increase in the past 24 hours, reports say. The cryptocurrency market reacted […]

Catenaa, Thursday, April 24, 2025-Bitcoin rallied to $94,000 on Wednesday, propelling the total cryptocurrency market capitalization above $3 trillion for the first time in six weeks, as institutional inflows and signs of thawing US-China trade tensions boosted investor sentiment. The surge followed remarks from US officials indicating a softer stance on China tariffs and Federal […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, November 19, 2024 – Leading brokerage firm Bernstein has reaffirmed its bullish Bitcoin forecast, projecting a price surge to $200,000 by 2025. With Bitcoin trading near $92,000, analysts see their target as increasingly plausible, supported by pro-crypto political shifts, sovereign interest, and institutional adoption.  In a client note, Bernstein analysts, led by Gautam […]

Catenaa, Thursday, November 12, 2024-Bitcoin has climbed to the 9th spot in global market capitalization, surpassing Meta Platforms following a surge driven by investor optimism over Donald Trump’s US presidential victory. Bitcoin’s market cap reached $1.46 trillion, with the cryptocurrency trading around $73,800, just behind Saudi Aramco. Analysts cite Trump’s potential pro-crypto policies, including the […]

Catenaa, Saturday, June 14, 2025-Bitcoin transaction activity recently reached its lowest point since October 2023, despite BTC trading near record highs, according to a report by The Block. The seven-day moving average of transactions fell to roughly 317,000 on June 6, down from 269,000 in October and 256,000 on June 1, signaling decreased network usage. […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, June 25, 2025-Bitcoin surged past $105,000 on Tuesday following the announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, reigniting investor appetite for risk assets and spurring hopes of a sustained bullish breakout. On-chain metrics show aggressive buy-side momentum as bulls eye a decisive push above $110,000. BTC had briefly dipped below $98,200 amid […]

Catenaa, Monday, June 02, 2025-Bitcoin-adjacent firms Strategy and Metaplanet are seeing sharp equity gains as capital markets reward their high-leverage approach to crypto accumulation, with both firms pledging to buy more BTC regardless of short-term volatility. Strategy, formerly MicroStrategy, has emerged as the archetype of a Bitcoin-leveraged operating company. Over the past seven weeks, its […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 23, 2025- Retail interest in Bitcoin and Ethereum appears to be on the rise, as data from Google shows a notable jump in search volumes for both cryptocurrencies in March 2025. Google search volume for “Bitcoin” reached a relative score of 34 in March, marking a 26% month-over-month increase from February. This […]

Beijing, China, Tuesday, January 09 – Amidst a dizzying rally in Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and Solana that pushed aggregate crypto market capitalization above $1.6 trillion, China signaled a potential departure from its hardline stance on cryptocurrencies, raising eyebrows and sending ripples through the global digital asset landscape. The shift emerged subtly through a government document […]

New York, Thursday, December 28, 2023 – Bitcoin’s recent surge, from under $20,000 to over $40,000, has ignited speculation about a potential $2 trillion market cap by 2024, multiple reports said last week.They said that fueling the fire are predictions linking the rise to Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House and an expected […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, February 11, 2025 – Bitcoin mining firm Bitdeer has acquired a 101-megawatt power project in Alberta, Canada, for $21.7 million, marking a significant expansion in its mining operations.  The Nasdaq-listed company said Tuesday that the newly acquired site, located near Fox Creek, Alberta, spans 19 acres and includes existing permits and licenses. Bitdeer […]

Catenaa, Thursday, March 20, 2025 – Bitcoin mining firm Bitdeer has successfully completed testing of its latest mining chip, SEAL03, setting a new industry benchmark for energy efficiency, the company announced last week. SEAL03 achieved a power efficiency ratio of 9.7 joules per terahash (J/TH) in ultra power-saving mode, outperforming market standards, according to Bitdeer. […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, January 08, 2025 – Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin mining company BitFuFu has inked a two-year agreement with BITMAIN, a leading manufacturer of cryptocurrency mining hardware, to acquire up to 80,000 S-series miners, including flagship models S21 XP and S21 Pro.  The deal allows BitFuFu to order the miners in batches over the contract term, offering […]

Catenaa, Thursday, June 26, 2025-BitVault announced a $2 million pre-seed funding round from investors including GSR, Gemini, Auros, and Keyrock to launch its Bitcoin-backed stablecoin, bvUSD, and yield-bearing sbvUSD. The protocol will operate on Katana, a new DeFi-focused chain incubated by Polygon Labs and GSR. BitVault’s stablecoins are collateralized by Bitcoin derivatives, offering an institutional-grade […]

New York, Wednesday, October 02, 2024-Bitwise, a leading crypto asset manager, has filed for an XRP-based exchange-traded fund (ETF), marking a potential new development in the growing crypto investment space. The filing, confirmed as legitimate by Bitwise to Decrypt, was made with the state of Delaware. This move follows the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, July 02, 2025- Bitwise Asset Management submitted revised S-1 registrations with the Securities and Exchange Commission on Thursday for its proposed spot Dogecoin and Aptos exchange-traded funds, introducing in-kind creations and redemptions. The filings mark the first mention of in-kind mechanisms for Bitwise, which initially applied for a Dogecoin ETF in January and […]

New York, Thursday, November, 2024 – BlackRock’s spot bitcoin ETF, IBIT, saw an unprecedented $1 billion in trading volume within 20 minutes of market open on Wednesday, following Donald Trump’s presidential victory. The trading frenzy was driven by investor enthusiasm for Trump’s pro-crypto stance, which boosted bitcoin’s price to a record high of $75,000. Eric […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, February 26, 2025-BlackRock Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) has reached a new milestone, surpassing 50% of the US Bitcoin ETF market share, even as Bitcoin ETF issuers faced a broader sell-off. The world’s largest asset manager now holds over $56.8 billion worth of Bitcoin, accounting for 50.4% of the total Bitcoin ETF holdings in […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, February 11, 2025 – BlackRock has increased its stake in Strategy, formerly MicroStrategy, to 5%, signaling heightened institutional confidence in Bitcoin-focused corporate strategies. The world’s largest asset manager disclosed the move in a Feb. 6 filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.  The announcement sent Strategy’s stock up 2.8% in pre-market trading, […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, March 25, 2025-BlackRock launched its iShares Bitcoin ETP in Europe on Tuesday, marking its first crypto-backed exchange-traded product outside North America. The ETP is now listed on Euronext Paris and Xetra under the ticker “IB1T” and on Euronext Amsterdam as “BTCN.” The fund is backed by bitcoin held in cold storage by Coinbase […]

Catenaa, Saturday, April 05, 2025-BlackRock CEO Larry Fink early this week warned that the US dollar’s world reserve currency status is not guaranteed, cautioning that digital assets like bitcoin could replace it if US debt continues rising. In his annual letter, Fink highlighted concerns over national debt outpacing GDP and government interest payments surpassing defense […]

New York, Friday, November 08, 2024-BlackRock attracted over $1.1 billion in inflows to its spot Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) as Bitcoin surged to new heights. On November 7, IBIT led the US market with approximately 82% of total inflows to spot Bitcoin ETFs, which collectively amassed $1.34 billion, according to Farside data. Bitcoin nearly hit $77,000, […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, June 17, 2025-Asset management titan BlackRock has emerged as the second-largest holder of Bitcoin, with its iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) now controlling more than 662,500 BTC, equivalent to over $72 billion and more than 3% of Bitcoin’s total supply. The staggering accumulation took just 341 trading days. The milestone marks a major shift […]

Catenaa, Thursday, April 17, 2025-BlackRock has selected Anchorage Digital, a digital asset trust bank, to serve as a custodian for some of the Bitcoin and Ethereum held by its exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The arrangement, confirmed by two Securities and Exchange Commission filings on Tuesday, will involve Anchorage safeguarding assets for BlackRock’s $45 billion iShares Bitcoin […]

Catenaa, Sunday, December 15, 2024- BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, has advised investors to keep Bitcoin exposure in portfolios between 1-2% due to its volatility and risk profile, according to a new report. The guidance comes as BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF has outpaced its gold counterpart, managing $53.8 billion in assets since its […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 22, 2025-– Efforts to allow spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to generate yield through staking are gaining traction, with major financial players backing the move. On Thursday, BlackRock Head of Digital Assets Robert Mitchnick highlighted the potential benefits of staking for ether ETFs, arguing it could boost investor demand. His remarks coincided with […]

 New York, Tuesday, October 01, 2024-BlackRock’s spot Ethereum ETF has reached a significant milestone, surpassing $1 billion in total asset value just two months after its launch. This achievement follows a favorable week of trading, with U.S.-based spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) logging their highest weekly inflows since early August. Friday (27) saw $58.7 million […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, November 20, 2024 – BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) saw an unprecedented $1.9 billion in notional exposure traded on its first day of options trading, contributing to a surge in Bitcoin’s price, which hit a new all-time high of $93,900 yesterday (Tuesday 19).  The launch of options trading for the spot Bitcoin ETF […]

Catenaa, Thursday, December 05, 2024- BlackRock’s IBIT Bitcoin ETF has achieved a historic milestone, surpassing 500,000 BTC in assets under management (AUM) with a valuation of $48 billion. This marks a significant achievement in the ETF’s trajectory, having launched less than a year ago on January 11, 2024.  Data from K33 reveals that $338.3 million […]

Catenaa, Friday, June 20, 2025- BlackRock’s tokenized money market fund, BUIDL, will soon be accepted as collateral on Crypto.com and Deribit, a move poised to reshape digital asset trading. Backed by US Treasurys and yielding 4.5% annually, the fund offers a low-volatility alternative to traditional crypto collateral like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The development allows traders […]

Catenaa, Thursday, February 20 – A powerful blast in Bandar Puncak Alam city has exposed an illegal Bitcoin mining operation, adding to Malaysia’s growing issues with cryptocurrency-related power theft. The explosion, which occurred last Tuesday at around 11:41 a.m., led to a fire that was extinguished by 4:45 p.m., revealing a sophisticated setup of nine […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 27, 2025- The Blockchain Group, a France-based tech and consulting firm, has completed a $72 million (€63.3 million) bond issuance to accelerate its Bitcoin accumulation strategy, the company announced yesterday, Monday 26. The firm said proceeds from multiple convertible bond offerings will be used to purchase approximately 590 additional bitcoins. That would […]

WASHINGTON, DC Wednesday, December 6, 2023:  JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon reignited his long-standing feud with cryptocurrency, stating he would “close it down” if he held the reins of government. Dimon, who is noted for his vocal criticism of Bitcoin and other digital currencies, doubled down on his skepticism, questioning the legitimacy of the entire […]

Catenaa, Sunday, February 09, 2025 – Blockstream, a Bitcoin infrastructure firm co-founded by Adam Back, has opened a new office in Tokyo, marking a major step in expanding Bitcoin adoption across Asia.  The company has partnered with Diamond Hands, a Japanese Bitcoin consultancy, and Fulgur Ventures, an investor in Bitcoin-first firms, to introduce advanced Bitcoin […]

Catenaa, Monday, May 19, 2025-Brazilian fintech company Méliuz has purchased 274.52 bitcoins for $28.4 million, becoming the first publicly traded firm in Brazil to adopt a bitcoin treasury strategy. The announcement was made Thursday, shortly after shareholders overwhelmingly approved the move to reposition Méliuz as a corporate bitcoin holder. The firm acquired the bitcoin at […]

Catenaa, Friday, June 20, 2025- A Brazilian congressman has introduced a bill that seeks to eliminate income tax on long-term cryptocurrency holdings, aiming to boost financial sovereignty and encourage Bitcoin adoption as a strategic asset. Eros Biondini, a federal deputy and outspoken advocate for digital assets, filed the draft legislation last week in the Chamber […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 21, 2025 – A Brooklyn-based podcaster and self-proclaimed cryptocurrency expert was sentenced to 45 months in prison for defrauding investors out of more than $1.3 million, federal prosecutors announced Monday. Details can be found at the DoJ website here. Thomas John Sfraga, also known as “T.J. Stone,” was sentenced by US District […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 09, 2025- Brown University has disclosed a nearly $5 million investment in BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF, marking its first known move into cryptocurrency-related assets, according to a Friday filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission. The Ivy League institution reported owning 105,000 shares of BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), valued at […]

Catenaa, Saturday, June 28, 2025-BTCC, one of the longest-running cryptocurrency exchanges, has launched its first-ever user badge initiative to commemorate its 14th anniversary, introducing a campaign titled “14 Years of Momentum” aimed at rewarding user loyalty and deepening engagement. The campaign runs through July 1 and introduces a limited-edition digital badge for users who meet […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 08, 2025-Bybit CEO Ben Zhou revealed Tuesday that 20% of the $1.4 billion stolen in a February cyberattack has become untraceable, while 77% of the funds remain visible on the blockchain. The disclosure comes as the exchange races to freeze assets linked to what is believed to be the largest centralized exchange […]

Catenaa, Friday, February 28, 2025-Hackers behind the $1.5 billion Bybit cryptocurrency heist have moved at least 209,384 ETH, worth about $480 million, onto Bitcoin, largely using the decentralized exchange ThorChain, according to blockchain researchers.  The Federal Bureau of Investigation confirmed that North Korea’s Lazarus Group orchestrated the attack, draining over 400,000 ETH and various tokens […]

Dubai, Tuesday, June 11, 2024 – The June 6 announcement by Bybit, a major cryptocurrency exchange, has sparked widespread speculation that China might be softening its stance on cryptocurrencies. This has created a buzz in the crypto markets, further fueled by renowned author Robert Kiyosaki’s prediction that Bitcoin could reach $350,000 by August 2024. Kiyosaki, […]

Catenaa, Thursday, March 06, 2025- Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has announced significant strides in restoring its assets and regaining customer trust after a recent security incident. The platform has made major progress with a transparent recovery process, highlighting its commitment to resilience and security. Bybit reported that 77% of its […]

Catenaa, Sunday, June 22, 2025-Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit is rolling out its first decentralized exchange, Byreal, built on the Solana blockchain. The platform will debut in testnet on June 30 and is slated for a full mainnet launch in the third quarter of 2025, the company announced Sunday. Bybit CEO Ben Zhou said Byreal aims to […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 30, 2025-Canary Capital has filed an application with the US Securities and Exchange Commission to launch a spot exchange-traded fund based on Tron (TRX) that includes staking capabilities, the firm announced Friday. The proposed “Canary Staked TRX ETF” aims to offer investors direct price exposure to Tron while allowing them to earn […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 30, 2025- Cantor Fitzgerald said Tuesday it has closed its first transactions through a new Bitcoin Financing Business, marking a significant push into institutional digital asset lending. The Wall Street firm completed deals with Maple Finance and FalconX and plans to make up to $2 billion in financing available to institutional clients. […]

Catenaa, Thursday, June 05, 2025-Cantor Fitzgerald Asset Management announced plans Thursday for a new Bitcoin investment fund designed to offer gold-backed downside protection, in a bid to attract institutional capital seeking exposure to digital assets amid economic volatility. The upcoming fund will provide direct exposure to Bitcoin’s price upside while ensuring “1-to-1 downside protection based […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 28, 2025- Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) has filed a request with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to list Fidelity’s proposed Solana exchange-traded fund, marking a critical step in the approval process.  The exchange submitted a 19b-4 form on Tuesday, though Fidelity must still file an S-1 registration statement detailing the […]

Catenaa, Thursday, April 10, 2025-Chicago Board Options Exchange (Cboe) Global Markets has announced plans to launch new Bitcoin futures contracts in collaboration with FTSE Russell, a subsidiary of London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG). The Cboe FTSE Bitcoin Index futures (XBTF) are cash-settled contracts, based on the FTSE Bitcoin Reduced Value Index. This index, developed in […]

Hoboken, New Jersey, Monday, February 19, 2024 – After nearly 18 months of going through the Chapter 11 bankruptcy process, Celsius Network LLC successfully emerged on January 31, 2024. This follows the confirmation of its reorganization plan in November 2023 and analysts say signifies a partial recovery for creditors impacted by the platform’s financial struggles. […]

Catenaa, Saturday, July 12, 2025- Despite a 2021 ban on crypto mining, between 55% and 65% of global Bitcoin mining operations still trace their origins to China through capital, hardware, or technical expertise, according to Batyr Hydyrov, CEO of mining equipment supplier Uminers. The world’s three largest Bitcoin mining hardware manufacturers like Bitmain, Canaan, and […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, June 25, 2025- The world’s three leading bitcoin mining machine manufacturers, all Chinese, Bitmain, Canaan, and MicroBT, are establishing production facilities in the United States to sidestep tariffs imposed amid ongoing US-China trade tensions, Reuters reported. These firms control over 90% of the global mining rig market, vital hardware that powers bitcoin mining […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 30, 2025-Circle and eToro entered mandated “quiet periods” after filing for IPOs, signaling they may soon join public markets despite uncertain tech investor sentiment. Circle, the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, filed its S-1 with the SEC, suggesting plans to list under the ticker CRCL on the NYSE. Trading platform eToro echoed […]

Catenaa, Saturday, June 31, 2025-Civitai, the world’s largest repository of generative AI models, has introduced cryptocurrency payments after losing support from its credit card processor due to AI-generated explicit content on its platform. The move allows users to buy Buzz tokens -virtual, non-Web3 credits- with digital currencies including USDC, USDT, Ethereum, Dogecoin, and others, but […]

New York, Tuesday, September 17, 2024-CleanSpark, a U.S.-based Bitcoin mining company, has announced the acquisition of seven mining facilities in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. The purchase is expected to increase CleanSpark’s total hashrate by 22%, significantly expanding its operations. The facilities, bought from Exponential Digital for $27.5 million, will contribute 85 megawatts (MW) of energy […]

CHICAGO, IL February 27, 2024 – CME Group, the world’s leading derivatives marketplace, announced plans to expand its cryptocurrency offerings with the launch of Micro Bitcoin Euro and Micro Ether Euro futures on March 18, pending regulatory approval, a press release said. The new contracts, designed to meet the growing demand for risk management tools […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 23, 2025-A Coinbase study conducted with EY-Parthenon found that over 75% of institutional investors plan to increase their exposure to digital assets in 2025, with 59% allocating more than 5% of their assets under management to crypto-related products. The survey, conducted in January as Bitcoin surged past $100,000 to a record high, […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, July 01, 2025-Coinbase Derivatives, the trading arm of Coinbase Global Inc., will begin offering nano Bitcoin and nano Ether perpetual-style futures contracts in the United States on July 21. The contracts, with minimum sizes of 0.01 BTC and 0.10 ETH respectively, carry five-year expirations and trade around the clock, according to a company […]

Catenaa, Monday, June 02, 2025-Coinbase unveiled a new wallet infrastructure called CDP Wallets on Wednesday, offering developers full control over digital asset management without the burden of key handling or infrastructure maintenance. Now in open beta, CDP Wallets allow developers to create self-custodied, programmable wallets via API while sidestepping private key management. The solution relies […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, November 13, 2024-Coinbase yesterday unveiled the Coinbase 50 Index (Coin50), a new market index that offers a broader perspective on the crypto industry, similar to the S&P 500’s role in traditional equity markets. Coin50 aims to provide investors and analysts with a more inclusive benchmark that captures the performance of the top 50 […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, June 18, 2025- Coinbase is seeking regulatory approval to offer blockchain-based stock trading in the US, a move that could transform how equities are bought and sold by introducing 24/7 tokenized trading on blockchain networks. The Nasdaq-listed crypto exchange is in talks with the Securities and Exchange Commission for permission to trade “tokenized […]

SAN FRANCISCO, Friday, June 28, 2024- Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is suing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) after both agencies denied requests for public records, the company announced Thursday. “Coinbase, Inc., the largest digital-asset trading platform in the United States, retainedHistory Associates Incorporated to submit Freedom of […]

Catenaa, Thursday, March 20, 2025 – Coinbase is set to launch 24/7 Bitcoin and Ethereum futures trading for US traders on its Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)-regulated derivatives exchange, Coinbase Derivatives, LLC. This move, announced on March 10, 2025, introduces perpetual-style futures contracts that do not have expiration dates, bringing US trading in line with […]

Catenaa, Sunday, April 20, 2025- Coinbase Research has cautioned that the cryptocurrency market may be entering a new crypto winter, citing a mix of bearish technical indicators, declining sentiment, and intensifying macroeconomic pressures. In a note issued Tuesday, David Duong, head of institutional research at Coinbase, said that both Bitcoin and the firm’s COIN50 index […]

Catenaa, Saturday, June 21, 2025-US-based crypto exchanges Coinbase and Gemini are nearing regulatory approval to operate across the European Union under the bloc’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) rules, positioning themselves to expand in one of the world’s most closely watched crypto jurisdictions. Reuters reported Monday that Coinbase is expected to receive its crypto-asset service provider […]

NEW YORK, NY, Monday, April 8, 2024- Blockchain software company Consensys is disputing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) concerns regarding spot Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs). In a recent comment letter submitted to the regulatory agency, Consensys addressed the SEC’s inquiries about potential fraud and manipulation risks associated with Ethereum’s proof-of-stake (PoS) system,  particularly […]

New York, Thursday, October 31, 2024- Consensys CEO Joseph Lubin criticized the SEC’s aggressive regulatory actions, holding the agency partly responsible for Consensys’s recent 20% workforce reduction. In an October 29 blog post, Lubin stated that the SEC’s “abuse of power” has hindered innovation in the crypto space, causing significant job losses and stifling productive […]

London, Wednesday, October 23, 2024-Craig Wright has launched a new $1 billion lawsuit, accusing Bitcoin developers of altering Bitcoin’s original vision and misleading the public. Wright, who claims to be Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto, argues that Bitcoin Satoshi’s Vision (BSV) is the true Bitcoin and is seeking damages based on the difference in market value […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, June 10, 2025- More than 32,000 merchants worldwide now accept Crypto payments, marking a dramatic shift in global commerce, according to a new report released Thursday by Foresight Ventures. The venture capital firm’s study, titled “Beyond Payments: Building the Financial OS for Global Commerce,” outlines how crypto-native payment models are reshaping traditional infrastructure, […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, February 19 – Centralized crypto exchanges recorded a significant surge in activity during 2024, processing a total of $18.83 trillion in spot trading volume, more than double the $8.05 trillion registered in 2023, according to CoinGecko data. Despite the substantial growth, 2024’s trading volume still lagged behind the all-time high of $25.21 trillion […]

Catenaa, Thursday, January 23, 2025 – At the Davos World Economic Forum on Thursday, January 23, cryptocurrency executives expressed growing confidence that the US will pass new regulations for digital assets in 2025, as President Donald Trump’s rhetoric stirs market optimism. Trump’s vocal support for cryptocurrency has sparked renewed enthusiasm among industry leaders, who believe […]

Catenaa, Thursday, March 06, 2025-The global Crypto market took a significant hit Monday, with the market capitalization sinking 12%, resulting in $1 billion in liquidations across multiple exchanges. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other major cryptocurrencies saw sharp declines as investors pulled back amid the fading momentum of President Donald Trump’s proposed reserve plan.  Trump’s controversial plan, […]

Catenaa, Thursday, March 13, 2025-The cryptocurrency market plunged into chaos as nearly $1 billion in liquidations rattled traders, driving Bitcoin to a four-month low and intensifying panic. Over 100,000 traders were affected by the sudden downturn, with long positions suffering massive losses. Bitcoin and Ethereum led the decline as large holders moved significant amounts of […]

Catenaa, Thursday, June 05, 2025- Bitcoin and other major crypto dipped after the Federal Reserve reaffirmed its hawkish stance in minutes from its May policy meeting, but analysts said the broader rally is likely to resume. The minutes from the May 6-7 Federal Open Market Committee meeting, released Wednesday, reflected concerns about persistent inflation and […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, June 24, 2025-The global Crypto market reeled Sunday after US air and missile strikes hit three nuclear facilities in Iran, triggering over $700 million in liquidations and sharp price drops across major digital assets.Although on Monday President Trump announced a ceasefire, the ground reality is still unclear. The escalation sent shockwaves through crypto […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, January 21, 2025 – Pseudonymous crypto influencer ‘crypto queen,’ Valeria Fedyakina, has been charged with theft of BTC and foreign currency valued at $21.3 million, reports on January 15 said. The Russian businesswoman, known as ‘Bitmama,’ is charged with luring clients to invest in Bitcoin for high returns. The investigations revealed that she […]

Catenaa, Sunday, June 29, 2025- Telegram’s attempt to dismantle Asia’s largest illicit crypto marketplace has triggered a rapid resurgence, with successor platforms now processing nearly $27 billion in stablecoin transactions, according to blockchain analytics firm Elliptic. After Telegram banned Huione Guarantee on May 13, activity on the marketplace collapsed. However, Elliptic reported that Tudou Guarantee, […]

New York, Sunday, September 15, 2024 –A new Chainalysis report reveals a troubling surge in cryptocurrency-related scams in 2024. The research highlights that 43% of illicit crypto inflows have gone to wallets activated this year, a significant increase from 29.9% in 2022. The report indicates a shift from long-term Ponzi schemes to more targeted frauds, […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 15, 2025-Global crypto trading volumes plunged 40.65% in the first quarter of 2025, marking the steepest quarterly decline in over two years, according to CoinMarketCap’s Q1 report released April 9. Market sentiment also fell to its lowest point since early 2023, despite Bitcoin (BTC) hovering near all-time highs. The report cites multiple […]

Catenaa, Thursday, April 24, 2025-Crypto exchange volumes have plummeted to their lowest levels in six months, according to data from The Block, as traders increasingly move away from spot trading in favor of more speculative futures contracts. The seven-day moving average for trading volume across major centralized exchanges, including Binance, Coinbase, and Bitfinex, dropped to […]

New York, Monday, September 30, 2024-Decentralized finance platform Curve Finance is reportedly considering the removal of TrueUSD (TUSD) as collateral for its Curve USD (crvUSD) stablecoin. This follows concerns within the crypto community about the reliability and transparency of TrueUSD’s reserves. The proposal to delist TUSD is being discussed by Curve’s governance community, which plays […]

Catenaa, Saturday, June 31, 2025-Hong Kong-based food conglomerate DDC Enterprise Ltd. announced a $1 billion Bitcoin accumulation strategy, signaling a major shift in corporate treasury management akin to MicroStrategy’s pioneering BTC investment. The company aims to acquire 5,000 bitcoins by mid-2027, starting with an initial purchase of 21 BTC valued at $2.28 million. DDC described […]

Berlin, Thursday, November 07, 2024 – In a significant move towards sustainable cryptocurrency mining, Deutsche Telekom’s subsidiary, MMS, has partnered with Bankhaus Metzler to launch a green Bitcoin mining pilot in Germany. The project aims to harness excess renewable energy, such as surplus wind and solar power, to fuel Bitcoin mining operations, thereby reducing energy […]

Catenaa, Monday, November 11, 2024-The US Department of Justice (DOJ) announced Friday the sentencing of Roman Sterlingov, the operator of Bitcoin Fog, the darknet’s longest-running Bitcoin mixing service. Sterlingov, a dual Russian-Swedish national, received a prison term of 12 years and six months for laundering criminal proceeds through the BTC mixing service from 2011 to […]

New York, Thursday, November 07, 2024- The Dow Jones Industrial Average skyrocketed 1,500 points, marking its best performance since 2022 in a dramatic post-election rally on Wednesday as investors reacted positively to President Donald Trump’s victory. This rally also propelled the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite to new all-time highs, reflecting market optimism about the […]

Catenaa, Thursday, December 05, 2024-Cryptocurrency payment provider DTCpay announced it will phase out Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) transactions by the end of 2024, transitioning exclusively to stablecoins starting January 2025.  The shift comes as DTCpay prioritizes stablecoins like USDT, USDC, FDUSD, and WUSD, citing their price stability compared to Bitcoin and Ethereum. This stability […]

Catenaa, Sunday, June 01, 2025-The Dubai Land Department last week launched the city’s first government-backed tokenized real estate platform, aiming to digitize $16 billion worth of property by 2033 and lower the barriers to property investment in one of the world’s most lucrative real estate markets. Announced May 25, the platform-dubbed Prypco Mint- is developed […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 14, 2025-European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde confirmed plans to complete the preparation phase for the digital euro by October 2025, despite ongoing skepticism from lawmakers and privacy advocates.  Speaking at a press conference on recently, Lagarde emphasized that the digital euro will coexist with cash and function as a pseudonymous, […]

Catenaa, Friday, January 31, 2025 – European Central Bank(ECB) President Christine Lagarde on Thursday ruled out Bitcoin as part of the ECB’s reserves, citing security, liquidity, and regulatory concerns. Speaking after the ECB’s widely expected decision to cut interest rates by 25 basis points to 2.75%, Lagarde dismissed speculation that the central bank could adopt […]

Monday, January 27, 2025 – El Salvador has expanded its Bitcoin reserves by acquiring 11 BTC, valued at over $1 million, despite ongoing pressure from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to curtail its cryptocurrency adoption.  The nation’s Bitcoin Office announced the purchase on January 20, reaffirming its commitment to the cryptocurrency. The move comes shortly […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 18, 2025- El Salvador ambitious Bitcoin experiment appears to be losing momentum, with 89% of registered Bitcoin service providers now inactive, according to data reviewed by EFE from the Central Reserve Bank. Of the 181 registered providers, only 20 remain active, including state-run Chivo Wallet, Crypto Trading & Investment, and Fintech Americas. […]

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, Thursday, December 21 – El Salvador’s Congress has reportedly passed a bill change to the migration law that could expedite citizenship for foreign nationals who contribute donations in Bitcoin to government-led social and economic development initiatives. The measure, backed by President Nayib Bukele’s New Ideas party, received initial approval on December […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, December 10, 2024-El Salvador is reportedly set to amend its controversial Bitcoin law to secure a multi-billion-dollar deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), according to a report from the Financial Times. The agreement, expected in the coming weeks, would provide $2 billion in funding from the IMF, World Bank, and Inter-American Development […]

Catenaa, Friday, January 31, 2025 – El Salvador’s Congress passed a bill to amend the country’s Bitcoin adoption policy, shifting from mandatory to voluntary acceptance of the cryptocurrency in the private sector. The move complies with conditions set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as part of a $1.4 billion loan agreement. The bill, approved […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 08, 2025-El Salvador President Nayib Bukele said the country will continue purchasing Bitcoin, despite an agreement with the International Monetary Fund to limit cryptocurrency-related activities.  Bukele took to X on Tuesday to reaffirm his commitment to Bitcoin, dismissing concerns that the IMF deal would halt acquisitions. “No, it’s not stopping,” he wrote. […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 20, 2025-El Salvador’s national bitcoin investment has surged to more than $357 million in unrealized profits, as the cryptocurrency approaches its all-time high. President Nayib Bukele said the country’s holdings – roughly 6,181 BTC – are now valued at $644.4 million, more than double the initial investment of $287.1 million. He shared […]

San Salvador, Tuesday, October 08, 2024-El Salvador’s bonds have surged, defying criticism aimed at President Nayib Bukele’s controversial handling of the nation’s finances, particularly regarding Bitcoin. Recent Bloomberg data highlights a notable rally following the government’s proposal to buy back dollar-denominated bonds, signaling a strategic debt restructuring move.  On October 4, 2024, Bukele announced the […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, February 18 – Russia’s Bitcoin mining regions are seeing unprecedented increases in Electricity consumption, according to a recent study by ACRA Ratings. The study revealed a sharp rise in the demand for electricity tied to the country’s growing crypto sector.  The Republic of Ingushetia in the North Caucasus region led the charge, with […]

Catenaa, Sunday, February 09, 2025- Members of Tiger21, an exclusive network of ultra-wealthy investors, have allocated an estimated $6 billion to cryptocurrencies, reflecting Bitcoin’s growing role as a store of value alongside gold.  Tiger21 founder Michael Sonnenfeldt said in a CNBC interview that Bitcoin has become an “instability hedge,” particularly appealing to investors in countries […]

New York, NY, Monday, February, 19, 2024 – With the recent approval of Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States many reports said that the next potential could be Ethereum spot ETFs by as early as May 2024. Industry experts speculate that approval could potentially happen as early as May 2024, building upon […]

WASHINGTON, DC, Friday, September 13, 2024 — eToro USA had reached a $1.5 million settlement with the SEC over charges of operating an unregistered broker and clearing agency about its cryptocurrency trading platform, a Reuters report said. This settlement includes the cessation of most crypto asset trading for US customers, allowing only Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, […]

Catenaa, Thursday, May 22, 2025-Vladimir Smerkis, former head of Binance Russia division and co-founder of crypto trading app Blum, has been arrested in Moscow in connection with a major fraud case, Russian state media reported Sunday. According to TASS, the Zamoskvoretsky District Court approved a request from investigators to detain Smerkis. The nature and scale […]

NEW YORK, Tuesday, May 28, 2024 – A new report by cryptocurrency data aggregator CoinGecko sheds light on the transaction processing speeds of the largest blockchain networks. The study, released in May 2024, reveals a surprising trend: established giants Bitcoin and Ethereum fall outside the top 15 fastest blockchains. CoinGecko’s analysis examined the actual and […]

CATENAA, Saturday, June 28, 2025- Web3 startup Favrr has unveiled plans to launch its $FAVRR token through an Initial DEX Offering on Coin Terminal following a $5 million equity investment from the VonRosen family office. The announcement marks a major milestone for the cultural token platform, which has attracted over 33,000 users since its alpha […]

Catenaa, Thursday, January 30, 2025 –The Federal Reserve kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 4.25%-4.50% on Wednesday, January 29, citing “elevated inflation” and a strong labor market, while bitcoin remained steady above $100,000.  “The Committee decided to maintain the target range for the federal funds rate at 4.25% to 4.50%,” the Fed said in […]

Catenaa, Thursday, December 19, 2024 –The US Federal Reserve yesterday reduced its benchmark federal funds rate by 25 basis points, lowering it to a range of 4.25% to 4.50%, as Bitcoin rallied to a new all-time high of over $108,000. However, share prices slumped on the announcement, the BBC reported yesterday. The Federal Open Market Committee’s […]

New York, Thursday, September  19, 2024 – The US Federal Reserve slashed its benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points, bringing it down to 4.75%-5.00%. This is the first time in four years that the Fed has made such a sharp rate cut. Fed highlighted the decision as a recalibration to protect the job market […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 25, 2025-The Federal Reserve on Thursday rolled back prior guidance that discouraged banks from engaging in cryptocurrency and stablecoin activities, marking a pivotal shift in federal policy toward digital assets.  The central bank rescinded its 2022 directive requiring banks to pre-notify regulators of any crypto-related plans and reversed its 2023 supervisory requirements […]

WASHINGTON, Tuesday, April 09, 2024 – In a move likely to impact the cryptocurrency market, the U.S. government has transferred a significant amount of Bitcoin from a wallet linked to the defunct illegal marketplace Silk Road. On-chain data analysis by blockchain intelligence firms suggests the transfer involved roughly 30,000 Bitcoin, currently valued at approximately $2 […]

LONDON, UK, Monday, February 27, 2024 – Fidelity International, a leading asset manager, announced a significant reduction in the fee associated with its European Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Product (ETP) on Tuesday, joining a growing trend in the European crypto ETP market. The Fidelity Physical Bitcoin ETP (FBTC) will now have a total expense ratio (TER) of […]

WASHINGTON, DC Tuesday, February 20, 2024 –The US Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) released a report on February 13, 2024, highlighting a significant increase in the use of cryptocurrency, particularly Bitcoin, for Online Child Sexual Exploitation (OCSE) and human trafficking. This report, based on Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) reporting data from […]

London, November 05, 2024 – In a pioneering move, a British pension fund, advised by pension consultancy Cartwright, has invested 3% of its £50 million ($65 million) assets directly into bitcoin. This marks the first time a UK pension fund has allocated a portion of its assets directly into cryptocurrency rather than through proxies like […]

Catenaa, Friday, February 14, 2025 – Florida Republican Sen. Joe Gruters has introduced a bill proposing that the state allocate a portion of its funds to Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation, joining a growing number of states considering digital asset reserves. The bill, introduced to the Florida Senate on February 7, would authorize Chief […]

Catenaa, Thursday, June 19, 2025-Fold, a publicly traded Bitcoin financial services firm, announced Tuesday it has entered an agreement to sell up to $250 million in new shares to select investors and institutions. The company intends to use most of the proceeds to expand its Bitcoin treasury. Fold, which holds approximately 1,488 Bitcoin valued at […]

Catenaa, Thursday, January 30, 2025 – The Frax Finance community is deliberating a proposal to invest $5 million in the native token of World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a decentralized finance (DeFi) project tied to U.S. President Donald Trump. The proposal, submitted by a Frax contributor, also suggests a potential follow-on investment of an additional $5 […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 23, 2025-Crypto exchange Freedx has been granted a Digital Asset Service Provider (DASP) license by El Salvador’s Comisión Nacional de Activos Digitales, marking a pivotal step in its bid to become a trusted and compliant digital trading platform. The license, issued April 8, affirms Freedx’s adherence to El Salvador’s stringent regulatory standards […]

Catenaa, Monday, June 02, 2025-Bankrupt crypto exchange FTX has started distributing a second round of payouts on Friday (30) totaling approximately $5 billion to its former customers, marking a major step in its ongoing Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. The announcement was made Friday, with funds expected to arrive in users’ accounts within one to three […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, May 21, 2025-FTX creditors will receive more than $5 billion from the bankrupt crypto exchange’s estate beginning May 30, according to the FTX Recovery Trust’s Thursday statement. This marks the second phase of the bankruptcy estate’s repayment plan. Four creditor groups are set to receive funds, with payouts ranging from 54% to 120% […]

Catenaa, Sunday, January 18m 2025 – FTX, the bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange, has set a deadline of January 20, 2025, for users to meet pre-distribution requirements to receive their long-awaited repayments. The company, which owes over $1.2 billion to its users, aims to begin distributions in February, pending the completion of the necessary steps.  The repayments […]

New York, Friday, August 09, 2024- A US district court has ordered cryptocurrency exchange FTX and its sister company Alameda Research to pay $12.7 billion to fraud victims, marking the largest recovery in the history of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). The ruling was issued by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District […]

Catenaa, Saturday, June 14, 2025-Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) are set to address North Korea’s use of cryptocurrency hacks to fund weapons programs during their summit June 15-17, according to a report published by Bloomberg. The talks will focus on Pyongyang’s growing cyber sophistication, including major crypto breaches like Axie Infinity and Bybit, […]

Catenaa, Saturday, July 05, 2025-Crypto exchange Gemini has launched a tokenized version of Michael Saylor’s Strategy stock (MSTR) for European Union investors, offering round-the-clock trading and seamless integration with digital assets, according to a company announcement Friday. The new product, enabled in partnership with Dinari, allows investors to trade MSTR onchain, gaining exposure to the […]

New York, Tuesday, October 01, 2024– Crypto exchange Gemini has announced its exit from Canada, instructing all Canadian users to withdraw their assets before December 31, 2024. In a private communication sent on Monday, the exchange, run by the Winklevoss twins, informed its customers that they have 90 days, starting from September 30, to remove […]

New York, NY Tuesday, February 13, 2024 – Bankrupt cryptocurrency lender Genesis Global Capital filed a motion with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York on Friday, seeking approval to sell approximately $1.4 billion worth of shares held in various trusts. The proposed sale includes shares in the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 27, 2025-Genius Group, a Singapore-based artificial intelligence firm, has resumed its Bitcoin accumulation after a US court lifted restrictions that had temporarily blocked its ability to raise funds and invest in digital assets. The company announced Thursday 22, that it had purchased an additional 24.5 Bitcoin worth approximately $2.7 million, increasing its […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, July 02, 2025- Genius Group Limited’s board approved a plan to split all future legal award proceeds equally between shareholder dividends and purchases for its Bitcoin treasury. The company, which pursues technology and education ventures, has two active U.S. lawsuits seeking more than $1 billion in damages. One complaint, filed under the Racketeer […]

Dresden, Germany, Tuesday, February 13, 2024 – In a major blow to cryptocurrency activity, German police seized 50,000 Bitcoins worth approximately $2.17 billion, marking the largest cryptocurrency confiscation in the country’s history, reports said last week. The Dresden Police Department, supported by the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA), the FBI, and a Munich-based forensic IT […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 08, 2025- Global cryptocurrency exchange-traded products (ETPs) experienced outflows of $240 million last week as investors pulled back due to concerns over new US trade tariffs.  According to CoinShares, Bitcoin-related ETPs were the hardest hit, with $207 million withdrawn, leaving the total assets under management at $132.6 billion—a modest increase of 0.8% […]

New York Friday, August 16, 2024- Goldman Sachs has disclosed a substantial $418 million investment in spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for the second quarter of 2024. The investment bank’s largest position is a $238 million stake in BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT). Additionally, Goldman Sachs holds significant investments in the Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin […]

NEW YORK, NY Monday, April 1, 2024 – Goldman Sachs is reporting a resurgence of interest in cryptocurrency options trading among its hedge fund clients, according to a recent interview with Max Minton, the bank’s Asia Pacific head of digital assets. Minton attributes this renewed interest to the recent approval of cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) […]

Stamford, Connecticut Tuesday, February 13, 2024 – Grayscale Investments CEO Michael Sonnenshein urged regulators on Monday, February 5, to swiftly approve exchange-traded fund (ETF) options for Bitcoin spot assets, highlighting their potential benefits for investors and price discovery. In an X post, Sonnenshein argued that listed options on Bitcoin spot ETFs would “equip investors with […]

Catenaa, Friday, June 27, 2025-Grayscale Investments unveiled a new crypto trust Tuesday, offering accredited investors exposure to Space and Time’s native SXT token. The move marks a fresh institutional entry point into blockchain infrastructure targeting smart contracts, artificial intelligence, and decentralized applications. The “Grayscale Space and Time Trust” is now open for daily subscription to […]

Catenaa, Friday, June 26, 2025-Norwegian deep-sea mining company Green Minerals unveiled plans Monday to raise up to $1.2 billion as it adopts a Bitcoin reserve strategy, aligning with a growing trend of public firms integrating digital assets into their treasury frameworks. The Oslo-based firm said it aims to accumulate Bitcoin as a hedge against fiat […]

London, Wednesday, October 09, 2024- A new HBO documentary yesterday claimed that it had identified Peter Todd, a Canadian developer, as the elusive Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous founder of Bitcoin. However, Todd had denied the claim. The claim, made by award-winning filmmaker Cullen Hoback, has reignited debate in the crypto world, although Todd has strongly […]

WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Saturday, July 27, 2024 – HIVE Digital Technologies Ltd. It announced on July 23 that it was expanding its Bitcoin mining operations into Paraguay.HIVE’s announcement can be read here. The new facility, expected to consume 100 megawatts of electricity, will double HIVE’s mining capacity. The company says it plans to source power from […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 21, 2025 – Hong Kong’s blockchain application and software industry has grown by 250% since 2022, solidifying the city’s position as a leading fintech hub in Asia, according to a report by Invest Hong Kong and its partner agencies.  The report, based on an analysis of 1,100 fintech companies operating in the […]

HONG KONG, Monday, May 6, 2024 – Hong Kong has launched Asia’s first spot Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, HKEX has announced.   Six new ETFs, issued by China Asset Management (Hong Kong) Limited, Bosera Funds, and Harvest Global Investments, allow investors to gain exposure to Bitcoin and Ethereum […]

Catenaa, Saturday, June 28, 2025-Hong Kong new stablecoin licensing regime will launch on August 1 with a high bar for applicants, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) announced Friday. Only a limited number of issuers are expected to receive approval initially as regulators prioritize “real-world use cases” and operational readiness. HKMA Chief Executive Eddie Yue […]

HONG KONG, Friday, July 26, 2024-Hong Kong introduced Asia’s first Bitcoin futures inverse product on July 23, offering investors a way to profit from declines in the cryptocurrency’s price. The CSOP Bitcoin Futures Daily (-1x) Inverse Product, issued by China Southern Asset Management Co., will track the inverse daily performance of the S&P Bitcoin Futures […]

Canberra, Thursday, July 25, 2024- HSBC Australia has abruptly blocked all customer transactions to cryptocurrency exchanges, citing a surge in scam activity. The move, which took effect on July 24, 2024, restricts both bank transfers and credit card payments to crypto platforms. The bank claims the decision is to protect customers from financial losses. The […]

Catenaa, Saturday, June 21, 2025- IBM’s unveiling of a fault-tolerant quantum computer, set for rollout by 2029, is raising new concerns over Bitcoin’s long-term security and the viability of current cryptographic systems. The project, known as IBM Quantum Starling, is expected to operate with 200 error-corrected qubits and execute up to 100 million quantum operations. […]

Washington, Tuesday, August 13, 2024– The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said Monday it has made progress in talks with El Salvador on a potential economic aid package. The fund is focusing on fiscal consolidation, strengthening financial reserves, and improving governance. The Statement by the IMF can be reached here. While the IMF continues to evaluate […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 30, 2025-The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said Tuesday it will “ensure” that El Salvador does not increase its bitcoin holdings, reaffirming a provision of a $1.4 billion loan agreement that restricts further cryptocurrency purchases by the government. The move comes as part of the IMF’s Extended Fund Facility agreement with El Salvador, […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 08, 2025-The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has mandated El Salvador to stop public sector Bitcoin purchases and phase out support for its Chivo wallet as part of a $1.4 billion loan agreement, officials confirmed.  Under the agreement, El Salvador must cease voluntary Bitcoin acquisitions using public funds and gradually withdraw financial backing […]

New Delhi, Thursday, September 12, 2024- India remains the top country for cryptocurrency adoption, according to Chainalysis’ 2024 Global Crypto Adoption Index released a while ago.The Chainanalysis report can be seen here. This marks the second consecutive year that India has ranked first, surpassing countries like Nigeria, Indonesia, the United States, and Vietnam. Chainalysis analyzes […]

Catenaa, Sunday, May 25, 2025- India’s Supreme Court on Monday pressed the central government over its prolonged inaction on cryptocurrency regulation, calling the absence of a “clear-cut” policy concerning and potentially harmful to the economy. The court’s remarks came during a hearing related to an alleged cryptocurrency fraud case. A bench of Justices Surya Kant […]

Monday, November 6: Institutional investments in Bitcoin (BTC) are surging as the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) takes a more favorable stance towards cryptocurrency. The SEC has been taking a more cautious approach to cryptocurrency regulation in recent months, after years of cracking down on the industry. In July, the SEC approved the first […]

Catenaa, Friday, January 10, 2025 – JAN3, a Bitcoin infrastructure company, has raised $5 million in a seed funding round led by Fulgur Ventures. The funding aims to accelerate the development and marketing of AQUA Wallet, a Bitcoin and Layer 2 wallet, and support JAN3’s mission to advance Bitcoin adoption globally.  Key investors in the […]

Catenaa, Friday, February 14, 2025 – Japan’s SBI Group has reported record crypto-related profits as it readies itself to become the first exchange operator in the country to list USD Coin (USDC). The firm also announced plans to expand its crypto offerings. In its consolidated Q3 financial results, SBI posted revenues of approximately 62.8 billion […]

Catenaa, Sunday, February 23, 2025 – Japan’s investment firm Metaplanet has expanded its Bitcoin holdings by acquiring an additional 269.43 BTC, worth approximately $25.9 million. This recent purchase has pushed its total Bitcoin reserves to 2,031.41 BTC. The acquisition was made at a rate of 14,846,322 yen (roughly $97,985.73) per Bitcoin, continuing the firm’s strategy […]

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 – DMM Bitcoin, one of the leading crypto exchanges in Japan, reported the theft of $305 million (48 billion yen of BTC) and 4502.9 BTC from its wallet. The following services—new account openings, new buying orders for spot trading, and crypto asset withdrawals—have been temporarily suspended to secure the infrastructure of […]

TOKYO, Friday, July 26, 2024-Metaplanet, a Japanese investment firm, has partnered with Hoseki to independently verify its Bitcoin holdings, a move aimed at enhancing transparency and trust in the cryptocurrency market. Hoseki offers a Bitcoin proof-of-assets verification service, allowing users to prove ownership without compromising privacy, and facilitating transactions like loans, financial statements, and regulatory […]

Catenbaa, Saturday, May 24, 2025-JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon said this week that the bank would soon allow clients to purchase Bitcoin, marking a significant shift for one of Wall Street’s most outspoken crypto skeptics. Speaking at the bank’s annual investor day, Dimon confirmed that customers would be able to buy the world’s leading cryptocurrency […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, June 17, 2025- JPMorgan Chase has filed a US trademark for a new blockchain-based asset called JPMD, triggering speculation of an impending stablecoin launch. The application, dated Sunday, outlines a system for trading, transferring and settling digital assets, alongside services like brokerage and electronic payments using distributed ledger technology. Though “stablecoin” is never […]

Catenaa, Sunday, June 15, 2025-Nasdaq-listed K Wave Media (ticker KWM), a K-Pop media holding company, saw its stock jump more than 130% Wednesday following an announcement of a Bitcoin acquisition strategy. The company said it plans to raise up to $500 million through a stock sale to fund its purchases of Bitcoin, mergers and acquisitions, […]

Catenaa, Friday, June 20, 2025 – Norwegian digital asset firm K33 has announced plans to raise at least $9 million through a directed share issue to bolster its Bitcoin holdings, targeting a milestone of 1,000 BTC as part of a broader balance sheet strategy. The raise, managed by Pareto Securities, will offer shares at SEK […]

Washington, Tuesday, September 10, 2024 – Vice President Kamala Harris unveiled her policy positions for her presidential campaign yesterday, but the list notably excludes any mention of cryptocurrencies, reports said. While Harris has committed to supporting “American innovation and workers,” focusing on sectors like artificial intelligence, she has remained silent on the growing cryptocurrency industry […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, March 11, 2025- Financial educator Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad , declared that the “biggest stock market crash” he predicted in his 2014 book Rich Dad’s Prophecy has now arrived. In a tweet on March 9, 2025, Kiyosaki warned that millions of baby boomers’ financial futures could be wiped out […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, June 25, 2025- Crypto exchange Kraken introduced bitcoin “staking” through an integration with DeFi protocol Babylon, allowing users to earn up to 1% annual percentage rate on their spot BTC holdings without lending, wrapping, or bridging. The new feature enables Kraken users to delegate their bitcoin to Babylon, which uses time-locked BTC to […]

Catenaa, Monday, May 26, 2025 – Crypto exchange Kraken announced Thursday it will soon offer tokenized shares of major US companies—including Apple, Tesla, and Nvidia—to international customers, marking a bold step into the growing market for blockchain-based securities. Partnering with asset tokenization firm Backed, Kraken will launch over 50 US stocks and ETFs as crypto […]

Catenaa, Saturday, November 30, 2024-Crypto exchange Kraken has announced it will shut down its NFT marketplace to prioritize resources for upcoming projects. The platform, launched in beta in November 2022, will cease operations by February 27, 2025.  Since November 27, 2024, Kraken users are no longer be able to list, bid, or sell NFTs. The […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, June 25, 2025- Activity on Kraken’s Ink Layer 2 blockchain has increased significantly ahead of the planned rollout of its INK token, signaling growing developer and user engagement on the network. Ink, a Layer 2 blockchain built on Optimism’s Superchain, reported daily transactions surpassing 500,000 and active smart contracts reaching a peak of […]

Catenaa, Friday, June 06, 2025-Bitcoin miner Marathon Digital Holdings (MARA) mined 950 BTC in May, worth over $101 million, setting a monthly production record since last year’s halving and increasing its total Bitcoin reserves to 49,179 BTC. The company chose to hold all newly mined coins, maintaining its position as the second-largest publicly traded Bitcoin […]

Catenaa, Sunday, April 06, 2025-MARA Holdings, the largest publicly traded bitcoin miner, is launching a $2 billion stock offering to expand its bitcoin holdings and fund operations.  The company filed its prospectus with the SEC, stating that proceeds will support “general corporate purposes,” including additional BTC acquisitions. MARA currently holds 46,374 BTC, worth about $3.8 […]

Catenaa, Thursday, February 27, 2025-Bitcoin miner MARA Holdings, formerly Marathon Digital, reported a 69% increase in full-year revenue to $656.4 million , with fourth-quarter sales of $214.4 million, exceeding expectations. Despite the revenue surge, MARA’s annual bitcoin production fell 27% to 9,430 BTC. The company holds 44,893 bitcoin as of Dec. 31, 2024, and achieved […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 09, 2025-Bitcoin mining firms Marathon Digital Holdings and CleanSpark reported sharp increases in first-quarter revenues but posted deep net losses, as both companies navigated high costs despite Bitcoin topping $100,000. Revenue of MARA rose 30% to $214 million from the prior year, while CleanSpark saw a 63% jump to $182 million. Yet, […]

NEW YORK, DC, Thursday, August 15, 2024- Marathon Digital Holdings, one of the largest Bitcoin miners, has acquired $249 million worth of Bitcoin following a $300 million note sale aimed at expanding its business. The company announced on August 14 that it used part of the proceeds to purchase approximately 4,144 Bitcoins at an average […]

Catenaa, Monday, January 13, 2025 – Bitcoin mining firm Marathon Digital Holdings (MARA) revealed it has deployed 16.4% of its Bitcoin reserves, amounting to 7,377 BTC and worth nearly $730 million, in short-term third-party loans to generate a “modest single-digit yield.” The move aims to provide additional returns for shareholders, the company said in its […]

Catenaa, Sunday, February 16, 2025 – Maryland has joined a growing number of U.S. states considering Bitcoin as part of their financial strategy. State Representative Caylin Young introduced legislation on February 7 to establish a Bitcoin reserve, making Maryland the 17th state to propose such a measure. The bill, MD HB1389, aims to diversify Maryland’s […]

Catenaa, Friday, May23, 2025 – Brazilian payments company Méliuz announced plans to acquire approximately $26.5 million in Bitcoin as part of its expanding cryptocurrency treasury strategy. The firm, listed on Brazil’s B3 stock exchange, intends to raise capital to fund new Bitcoin purchases, signaling a continued commitment to digital asset investment. Méliuz, which became Brazil’s […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, June 03, 2025-Meta shareholders have overwhelmingly rejected a proposal to add Bitcoin to the tech giant’s balance sheet, dealing a blow to advocates seeking wider corporate crypto adoption. The motion, filed by Bitcoin advocate Ethan Peck, garnered only 0.08% of votes in favor, while nearly 5 billion shares opposed the measure, according to […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 30, 2025-MetaMask co-founder Dan Finlay detailed the company’s strategy to grow beyond crypto enthusiasts and reach a broader user base, speaking on The Block’s podcast, The Crypto Beat. In the episode released Tuesday, Finlay joined The Block’s Head of Growth Tim Copeland to discuss MetaMask’s evolution alongside the broader crypto industry and […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 22, 2025-Metaplanet, a prominent cryptocurrency investment firm, has secured 330 Bitcoin for $28.2 million, marking a strategic expansion of its digital asset holdings. The acquisition, made at an average price of around $85,454 per Bitcoin, signals Metaplanet’s confidence in Bitcoin’s long-term value amid market fluctuations. The firm, which has been progressively building […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 23, 2025-Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has acquired an additional 150 bitcoin for $12.5 million, continuing its aggressive accumulation strategy.  The Tokyo-listed firm announced Tuesday that the purchase brings its total bitcoin holdings to 3,200 BTC, valued at approximately $265.9 million at current market prices. The company has spent about $266.2 million on […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 29, 2025- Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has added 150 more bitcoin, worth $12.6 million, days after appointing Eric Trump to its Strategic Board of Advisors.  The Tokyo-listed company announced Monday that it purchased the bitcoin at an average price of $83,801 per BTC, bringing its total holdings to 3,350 BTC—currently valued at […]

Catenaa, Monday, May 19, 2021- Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has purchased 1,004 bitcoins for approximately $104.3 million, pushing its total crypto holdings to 7,800 BTC as part of its aggressive treasury strategy. The company disclosed the acquisition Monday, stating it paid an average price of $103,873 per bitcoin. With this purchase, Metaplanet’s total BTC assets, […]

Catenaa, Friday, June 06, 2025- Japanese firm Metaplanet has acquired an additional 1,088 Bitcoin, expanding its total holdings to 8,888 BTC in a bold treasury shift that underscores its aggressive pivot to a Bitcoin-first strategy. The company disclosed on Monday that it spent 16.89 billion yen, or roughly $118 million, for the latest purchase at […]

Catenaa, Monday, June 30, 2025- Japan-based Metaplanet said last week it had added 1,234 Bitcoin to its corporate treasury, lifting its total holdings to 12,345 BTC, now valued at over $1.3 billion, the company said Thursday. The acquisition, one of the firm’s largest to date, was made at an average price of 15.6 million yen […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 09, 2025- Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has acquired an additional 156 Bitcoin (BTC) for approximately $13.4 million, bringing its total holdings to 2,391 BTC. The firm, which has made aggressive moves to bolster its Bitcoin portfolio, purchased the BTC at an average price of $85,890 per coin. CEO Simon Gerovich announced the […]

Catenaa, Thursday, April 17, 2025-Japanese Bitcoin-stacking firm Metaplanet has purchased an additional 319 BTC, bringing its total holdings to 4,525 BTC, worth $26.3 million. The acquisition, made at an average price of $82,549 per Bitcoin, is part of the company’s ongoing aggressive Bitcoin accumulation strategy. CEO Simon Gerovich announced the move on X, stating that […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 06, 2025-Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has issued ¥3.6 billion ($24.7 million) in zero-interest ordinary bonds to fund its continued Bitcoin acquisition strategy. The funds will be allocated through Metaplanet’s EVO FUND, which allows investors to redeem bonds at full value by October 31, 2025. This marks the firm’s 12th round of bond […]

Catenaa, Friday, January 10, 2025 – Metaplanet, a Tokyo-listed investment firm, announced plans to increase its Bitcoin holdings to over 10,000 BTC by the end of 2025, according to its CEO. The ambitious target represents a significant leap from its current holdings of 1,761.98 BTC.  The company aims to solidify its position in the cryptocurrency […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 10, 2025 – Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has issued $13.6 million in 0% ordinary bonds to purchase additional Bitcoin, signaling a continued push to expand its digital asset holdings. The bonds, worth 2 billion JPY, are being issued to EVO FUND, a financial entity, with the funds earmarked specifically for Bitcoin acquisitions. […]

Catenaa, Monday, June 16, 2025-Japanese investment firm Metaplanet said early today it had purchased 1,112 more Bitcoin, lifting its total holdings to 10,000 BTC and overtaking Coinbase Global’s known reserves. The $117.2 million acquisition, executed at an average price of $105,435 per Bitcoin, marks a milestone for the Tokyo-listed firm, which launched its Bitcoin treasury […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 13, 2025-Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has overtaken El Salvador in total bitcoin reserves, following its latest purchase of 1,241 BTC worth approximately $126.7 million, the company announced Monday. This brings Metaplanet’s BTC holding to 6,79600, which has as at now a value about $706.7 million. The company reported an average acquisition price […]

Catenaa, Sunday, June 29, 2025-Japan-based Metaplanet said Tuesday its board approved a $5 billion capital contribution to its U.S. subsidiary, signaling a major push to expand its global bitcoin-focused strategy. The move follows the company’s establishment of its American unit in Miami last month as part of an aggressive international growth plan. Metaplanet said the […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, November 19, 2024-Michael Saylor, co-founder and former CEO of MicroStrategy, predicts Bitcoin will exceed $100,000 before the end of 2024, citing the cryptocurrency’s recent surge and favorable conditions following Donald Trump’s election victory. Speaking to CNBC, Saylor said he is planning a New Year’s Eve “$100,000 party,” confident that Bitcoin’s price will continue […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, February 12, 2025 – Strategy, the company formerly known as MicroStrategy, has resumed its aggressive Bitcoin accumulation, purchasing 7,633 BTC for $742.4 million after a brief pause, according to executive chairman Michael Saylor.  With this latest acquisition, Strategy now holds 478,740 BTC, surpassing 2% of Bitcoin’s total 21 million supply. The company paid […]

Catenaa, Saturday, June 21, 2025-Michael Saylor, executive chairman of Strategy and a leading voice in global Bitcoin adoption, met top Pakistani officials over the weekend to explore the use of cryptocurrency in national finance, marking a major boost for the country’s digital ambitions. Saylor joined Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Minister of State for Crypto […]

Catenaa, Monday, February 10, 2025 – MicroStrategy co-founder Michael Saylor hinted at another Bitcoin acquisition after a brief pause, sharing his usual BTC chart on social media Sunday.  “Death to the blue lines. Long live the green dots,” Saylor posted on X to his 4.1 million followers, signaling continued bullish sentiment on Bitcoin.  MicroStrategy, now […]

Catena, Monday, May 19, 2025–Bitcoin treasury firm Strategy and its co-founder Michael Saylor are facing a class action lawsuit alleging violations of federal securities laws related to misleading statements about the company’s profitability and risk exposure tied to its bitcoin strategy. Filed last week in the US District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia […]

New York, Monday, October 28, 2024-Microsoft has urged shareholders to vote against a proposal to assess Bitcoin as a diversification tool at the upcoming annual meeting on December 10, according to a recent SEC filing. Microsoft submitted a Schedule 14A form to the SEC, outlining proposals for its December 10th annual shareholder meeting. One proposal […]

Catenaa, Wednesday,  December 11, 2024 – Microsoft shareholders have voted against a proposal to add Bitcoin to the company’s balance sheet, citing concerns over the cryptocurrency’s volatility and aligning with the board’s recommendation during its annual meeting on Tuesday.  The proposal, brought forward by the National Center for Public Policy Research (NCPPR), argued that diversifying […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, December 10, 2024-Business intelligence firm MicroStrategy announced Monday that it purchased 21,550 bitcoin for approximately $2.1 billion in cash between December 2 and December 8, 2024. The acquisition, made at an average price of $98,783 per coin, represents one of the company’s largest investments in the cryptocurrency to date. The purchase was funded […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, November 26, 2024-MicroStrategy, led by Michael Saylor, has acquired 55,000 additional Bitcoin in a landmark $5.4 billion purchase, solidifying its position as one of the largest corporate holders of the cryptocurrency. The acquisition, disclosed in a US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing on November 25, has taken place between November 18 and […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, January 22, 2025 – MicroStrategy, the business intelligence firm led by Bitcoin proponent Michael Saylor, announced Monday that it has purchased an additional $1.1 billion worth of Bitcoin, bringing its total holdings to a staggering 461,000 BTC. This marks the company’s 11th consecutive week of Bitcoin acquisitions.  According to an SEC filing, MicroStrategy […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, December 17, 2024 – MicroStrategy has acquired an additional 15,350 bitcoin for approximately $1.5 billion, averaging $100,386 per coin, as the company continues its aggressive purchasing strategy.  The latest acquisition, spanning December 9 to December 15, follows the sale of 3.88 million MicroStrategy shares for a similar amount. The company now holds 439,000 […]

Catennaa, Tuesday, November 13, 2024-MicroStrategy, the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, yesterday announced that it had added another 27,200 BTC to its holdings for a reported $2 billion, solidifying its position as a leader in Bitcoin investment. This acquisition is believed to be its largest purchase since it began accumulating the cryptocurrency over four years […]

Tysons Corner, VA, Monday, February 12, 2024- MicroStrategy’s Q4 Earnings Statement also revealed that it had purchased an additional 850 Bitcoins in January 2024 alone. Its total holdings now stand at 190,000, valued at approximately $8.1 billion. Its Q4 2023 earnings statement also reveals that the company had purchased 56,650 Bitcoins throughout 2023 at an […]

New York, Thursday, October 31, 2024-Enterprise software firm MicroStrategy, the biggest Bitcoin holder again yesterday announced that it had enlisted banks to assist in raising $42 billion through new stock and fixed-income sales to expand its cryptocurrency reserves. The “21/21 Plan” could see the company generating $21 billion from stock sales and an additional $21 […]

New York, Tuesday, October 15, 2024-Michael Saylor, executive chairman of MicroStrategy, has outlined the company’s vision to become the leading bitcoin bank, projecting a future trillion-dollar valuation. The strategy hinges on accumulating bitcoin and leveraging capital markets. Currently, MicroStrategy holds 252,220 BTC, worth over $15 billion, with a cost of around $9.9 billion. Rather than […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, December 24, 2024 – MicroStrategy has purchased an additional 5,262 BTC for $561 million at an average price of $106,662 per Bitcoin, according to post on Platform X posted on Monday. The acquisition raises the company’s total Bitcoin holdings to 444,262 BTC, accumulated at an average cost of $62,257 per Bitcoin, co-founder Michael […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, December 03, 2024-MicroStrategy, the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, announced its purchase of an additional 15,400 Bitcoins for $1.5 billion, bringing its total holdings to 402,100 Bitcoins, valued at $38 billion. The acquisition, completed at an average price of $95,976 per coin, marks the company’s fourth consecutive week of significant Bitcoin investments.  According […]

Catenaa, Monday, January 27, 2025- MicroStrategy, led by CEO Michael Saylor, may face significant federal tax liabilities on its unrealized Bitcoin gains, which total over $19.3 billion. The company’s massive holdings, exceeding 450,000 BTC valued at more than $48 billion, have drawn attention under the corporate alternative minimum tax introduced by the 2022 Inflation Reduction […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, July 09, 2025- MicroStrategy, now operating as Strategy, reported $14.05 billion in unrealized Bitcoin gains for the second quarter of 2025, propelled by Bitcoin’s price rebound and a new accounting standard recognizing fair value changes in real time. The software firm, which shifted focus from software to Bitcoin, also launched a $4.2 billion […]

 Catenaa, Thursday, February 06, 2025 – MicroStrategy has rebranded as “Strategy” after posting a $143 million net loss in Q4 and a $139 million loss for 2024, reflecting its dual focus on Bitcoin and artificial intelligence.  The Q4 Financial Report can be found here. Strategy reported total revenue of $120.7 million in the fourth quarter […]

New York, Wednesday, September 25, 2024-MicroStrategy’s financial profile could significantly strengthen as the company continues to expand its Bitcoin holdings and explore potential yield-generation strategies through lending, a report by Benchmark said. Reports said that last week MicroStrategy (MSTR) purchased 7,420 Bitcoin for $458 million, bringing its total Bitcoin holdings to 252,220 BTC, valued at […]

TYSONS CORNER, Va. Friday, June 14, 2024- Business intelligence company MicroStrategy announced plans to raise $500 million through a private offering of convertible senior notes. The company intends to use the proceeds to acquire more Bitcoin and for general corporate purposes. Due in 2032, the notes will be offered to qualified institutional buyers and convertible […]

NEW YORK, Tuesday, April 23, 2024- Short sellers betting against business intelligence firm MicroStrategy (MSTR.O) have suffered significant losses in recent months, according to data from S3 Partners. The data, released on April 10, 2024, shows that short sellers have lost an estimated $1.92 billion since March. This comes amidst a rally in the cryptocurrency […]

NEW YORK, Monday, May 6, 2024 – MicroStrategy Incorporated (MSTR), known for its aggressive Bitcoin holdings, reported a net loss of $53.1 million for the first quarter of 2024, as reported in the Q1 2024 Financial Report. This translates to $3.09 per share. The loss stems primarily from a $191.6 million digital asset impairment charge, […]

New York, Monday August 5, 2024-MicroStrategy plans to sell up to $2 billion in class A shares to invest further in Bitcoin and for other corporate purposes, according to a regulatory filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Wednesday, August 1, 2024. The Virginia-based company, led by Bitcoin advocate Michael Saylor, has not […]

TYSONS CORNER, Va., Tuesday, February 7, 2024- Business intelligence firm MicroStrategy surprised analysts by reporting a net income of $89.1 million for the fourth quarter of 2023. MicroStrategy is the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin and the largest independent publicly traded business intelligence company. MicroStrategy has continued its aggressive strategy of acquiring Bitcoin during the […]

NEW YORK, Wednesday, September 18, 2024- MicroStrategy has announced plans to raise $700 million through the issuance of convertible senior notes due in 2028. The company says it intends to use the proceeds from this offering to further expand its Bitcoin holdings. The announcement said that the private placement would be made available to qualified […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, November 19, 2024- MicroStrategy has acquired $4.6 billion worth of Bitcoins in a record-breaking purchase, according to an SEC filing on Monday, November 18. The BTC is hovering just above $90,000 after Trump winning the November 4 Presidential Election. The Virginia-based software firm now holds 331,200 Bitcoins, valued at $30 billion, according to […]

Catenaa, Friday, December 06, 2024 – Shares of MicroStrategy Inc. surged by more than 8% Thursday following Bitcoin’s landmark rise to $100,000 late Wednesday. The software firm, led by Michael Saylor, has amassed significant Bitcoin holdings since 2020, with the recent price surge proving highly profitable. Bitcoin continued its upward trajectory on December 5, reaching […]

Catenaa, Saturday, February 01, 2025 – MicroStrategy’s perpetual convertible preferred stock offering has been oversubscribed nearly threefold, raising at least $584 million—far surpassing the expected $200 million.  The final offering size reached 7.3 million shares, priced at $80 each, according to an automated alert from Fidelity Investments. The surge in demand extends MicroStrategy’s bullish streak […]

New York, November 05, 2024–The largest corporate holder of Bitcoin MicroStrategy reported its financial results for the third quarter of 2024 on October 30. In the third quarter, MicroStrategy achieved a 5.1% BTC Yield KPI, raising a total of $2.1 billion through equity and debt. The company’s total bitcoin holdings increased by 11% during the […]

Catenaa, Friday, November 22, 2024- MicroStrategy announced an increase in its previously declared convertible note offering, raising the sale from $1.75 billion to $2.6 billion on Wednesday. This move is aimed at further expanding the company’s already extensive Bitcoin reserves, underscoring its continued commitment to cryptocurrency investment under the leadership of Executive Chairman Michael Saylor. […]

New York, Thursday, 24, 2024-MicroStrategy, the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, has grown its market capitalization from $1.5 billion to over $40 billion in just four years. Co-founder Michael Saylor attributes the surge to the company’s innovative approach of merging Bitcoin with traditional finance. Speaking to The New Zealand Herald, Saylor explained that MicroStrategy’s business […]

Catenaa, Sunday, February 16, 2025 – A Missouri legislator has introduced a bill that would establish a Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Fund, positioning the state as a leader in digital asset adoption. House Bill 1217, sponsored by Representative Ben Keathley, seeks to integrate Bitcoin (BTC) into Missouri’s financial framework as a hedge against inflation and a […]

NEW YORK, Monday, May 27, 2024 – Investment bank Morgan Stanley has revealed a $269 million investment in Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC), a leading spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), according to a recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Morgan Stanley thus becomes the latest among banks to disclose its crypto assets. The […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 11, 2025-The Russian Federal Tax Service (FTS) has introduced a tax calculator to help Crypto miners calculate taxes on their digital income. The tool allows miners to determine the minimum closing price in rubles of popular cryptocurrencies on foreign exchanges, such as Binance and OKX, for specific periods between January 1, 2025, […]

Catenaa, Monday, January 27, 2025 – Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is reportedly investigating blockchain adoption as part of a broader initiative to streamline federal systems, according to Bloomberg. Potential use cases include tracking federal spending, managing government assets, and facilitating payments.  DOGE representatives have allegedly engaged with public blockchain providers to assess […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 29, 2025- My Crypto Funding, a U.K.-based proprietary trading firm, has received the 2024 award for Best Crypto Trading Conditions from The Trusted Prop, a key evaluator in the prop trading industry. Founded in 2024, My Crypto Funding (MCF) is designed specifically for cryptocurrency traders, offering unique advantages over traditional firms that […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, June 24, 2025-Nakamoto Holdings, the Bitcoin acquisition firm founded by crypto media entrepreneur David Bailey, has raised $51.5 million through a private investment in public equity (PIPE) deal to ramp up its Bitcoin treasury. The move brings the company’s total earmarked capital for Bitcoin purchases to $763 million, reflecting a growing corporate trend […]

Catenaa, Thursday, March 06, 2025- The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC has submitted a 19b-4 filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to list and trade Grayscale’s spot Hedera (HBAR) exchange-traded fund, marking a crucial step in the ETF approval process. The submission was made in January. This filing follows a similar move for […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 13, 2025- Bitcoin Magazine CEO David Bailey will lead a newly formed Bitcoin treasury firm, born from a merger between holding company Nakamoto Holdings and healthcare provider KindlyMD, the companies announced Monday. The merged entity has secured $710 million in funding-$510 million through private investment in public equity and $200 million via […]

Catenaa, Friday, February 21, 2025 – The Nigerian government has filed a lawsuit against Binance, demanding the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange pay $81.5 billion in economic damages and back taxes, alleging its operations contributed to the sharp decline of the naira.  The lawsuit, filed by Nigeria’s Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), seeks $79.5 billion in […]

Catenaa, Saturday, July 05, 2025-A growing number of London-listed companies are embracing Bitcoin as a corporate treasury asset, echoing the playbook of Michael Saylor’s Strategy. At least nine firms have declared Bitcoin holdings or acquisition plans in the past week, propelling their stock values and stirring investor interest. AI services firm Tao Alpha disclosed plans […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 12, 2025- Hackers believed to be part of North Korea’s Lazarus Group have successfully laundered at least $300 million from the $1.5 billion stolen in a hack on crypto exchange ByBit two weeks ago. Experts say the hackers are using sophisticated methods to hide the stolen funds and likely funneling them into […]

Catenaa, Monday, June 02, 2025-Crypto broker K33 has raised $6.2 million to launch a corporate Bitcoin treasury strategy, joining a wave of firms betting on Bitcoin as a balance-sheet asset. The move, announced Wednesday, aims to strengthen the company’s long-term financial position and expand its crypto product offerings. The Oslo-based company, listed on Nasdaq First […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, February 11, 2025 – Ohio state senator Sandra O’Brien on January 28 introduced a second bill for a Bitcoin (BTC) reserve fund, reports on February five said. The public funds would be converted to Bitcoin and stored in the state treasury for the proposed BTC fund. It is mandated to store a bitcoin […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, January 21, 2025 – Oklahoma has become the latest state to consider creating a Bitcoin reserve, following Republican-led proposals to invest in digital assets for long-term financial security.  State Rep. Cody Maynard introduced legislation Wednesday allowing state savings accounts and pension funds to invest in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. The bill permits the state […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, November 20, 2024 – Options trading for BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) is set to begin today on Nasdaq, with Bitwise Bitcoin ETF options scheduled to follow on Wednesday. This significant milestone is expected to amplify institutional interest in cryptocurrency markets, as options trading for Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) becomes a reality.  The […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 01, 2025-Bilal Bin Saqib, CEO of Pakistan newly formed Crypto Council, has proposed utilizing the country’s runoff energy to power Bitcoin mining operations, an idea presented during the Council’s inaugural meeting on March 21, 2025. The meeting, which aimed to discuss the future of cryptocurrency regulation in Pakistan, saw participation from top […]

Catenaa, Monday, June 02, 2025- Pakistan is establishing a government-led strategic Bitcoin reserve as part of a broader push to adopt blockchain technology and digital assets, according to Pakistan Crypto Council CEO Bilal Bin Saqib. The announcement was made Wednesday at the Bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas. Bin Saqib, recently appointed as special assistant […]

Catenaa, Friday, June 05, 2025-Mayor Mayer Mizrachi has proposed allowing cargo ships to pay in Bitcoin for priority passage through the Panama Canal, signaling a bold intersection of digital currency and global trade. Speaking at the Bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas, Mizrachi raised the idea during a panel with El Salvador’s Bitcoin advisers Max […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 18, 2025- Panama City will begin accepting Bitcoin, Ethereum and select stablecoins as payment for public services, marking a major step toward cryptocurrency adoption in Latin America’s financial systems. City Mayor Mayer Mizrachi announced Wednesday that local government offices will accept Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDC and USDT for payments including taxes, permits, fees […]

Catenaa, Sunday, June 01, 2025-French crypto holding firm Blockchain Group announced plans Monday (26) to purchase $72 million worth of Bitcoin following a successful €63.3 million convertible bond sale, in a bold move to expand its Bitcoin treasury strategy and secure a larger share of the digital asset’s limited supply. The company, listed on Euronext […]

Catenaa, Thursday, April 10, 2025-The US Senate voted yesterday (09) to confirm Paul Atkins as the new Chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), ushering in a regulatory era expected to favor the cryptocurrency industry. Atkins, a former SEC commissioner under President George W. Bush and founder of financial consulting firm Patomak Global Partners, […]

Catenaa, Thursday, January 30, 2025 – A report from multinational bank Standard Chartered predicts that Bitcoin’s price could reach $200,000 by the end of 2025, driven by increased institutional investments, particularly from pension funds.  The Wednesday note highlights that institutional inflows into Bitcoin have surged, bolstered by the approval of Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) […]

Catenaa, Thursday, December 26, 2024 – Economist Peter Schiff, a vocal Bitcoin critic, last Monday labeled the cryptocurrency as “the biggest bubble ever,” comparing it to the dot-com boom of the late 1990s.  Schiff noted Bitcoin’s market capitalization has surpassed $2 trillion, eclipsing the $1.7 trillion peak valuation of roughly 400 publicly traded dot-com companies […]

New York, Wednesday, October 23, 2024- Bitcoin core developer Peter Todd has gone into hiding following harassment after being wrongly identified as Satoshi Nakamoto in an October 8 HBO documentary. Todd, who has denied being the elusive Bitcoin creator, claims he has been inundated with requests for money, including one individual sending 25 emails in […]

Stamford, Connecticut, Tuesday, March 12, 2024 – Grayscale Investments, the company behind the world’s largest Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), announced on March 4 the launch of a new cryptocurrency product, the Grayscale Dynamic Income Fund (GDIF). It said the GDIF is a first-of-its-kind actively managed fund for Grayscale, focusing on staking rewards from various Proof-of-Stake […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, February 11, 2025 – Poland’s central bank has ruled out adding Bitcoin to its national reserves, citing concerns over security and stability, National Bank of Poland (NBP) President Adam Glapiński announced.  Glapiński reaffirmed that the bank prioritizes absolute security in its reserve assets, which remain concentrated in gold, U.S. dollars and euros. The […]

Catenaa, Friday, June 27, 2025- US crypto investor Anthony Pompliano has unveiled a landmark $1 billion merger to create ProCap Financial, a bitcoin treasury company that aims to hold and actively deploy digital assets to generate profit. The move represents one of the largest initial fundraises in crypto treasury history. Pompliano’s firm, ProCap BTC, will […]

Catenaa, Thursday, June 26, 2025- Project 11, a startup focused on defending Bitcoin against the future threat of quantum computing, announced a $6 million seed funding round Thursday. The investment, co-led by Variant and Quantonation, also included Castle Island Ventures, Nebular, and Formation. Quantum computing, an emerging technology harnessing quantum physics to process vast amounts […]

Catenaa, Sunday, January 18, 2025 – Japanese firm Remixpoint, a former cryptocurrency exchange operator, has completed a $3.2 million Bitcoin purchase, adding 33.34 BTC to its growing portfolio. The company, now holding 333.189 BTC, announced the acquisition late last week, according to Coinpost.  The move is part of Remixpoint’s broader Bitcoin-buying strategy, with plans to […]

Catenaa, Saturday, July 05,  2025-REX Shares and Osprey Funds will launch the United States’ first-ever staked cryptocurrency exchange-traded fund (ETF) this Wednesday, marking a major regulatory milestone in crypto-finance. The new product, centered on Solana, will allow investors to earn staking rewards through a novel legal structure that skirts traditional SEC bottlenecks. The ETF will […]

New York, Friday, October 11, 2024- Digital asset infrastructure provider Ripple said it had introduced new functionalities to its custody service, aiming to deliver “bank-grade” security to cryptocurrency firms. These enhancements include integration with the XRP Ledger (XRPL), offering companies expanded liquidity and the ability to tokenize real-world assets (RWAs). The XRP token surged by […]

Catenaa, Sunday, May 25, 2025-Ripple announced partnerships with UAE-based Zand Bank and fintech firm Mamo to integrate Ripple Payments, its blockchain-driven cross-border payment platform, marking a significant expansion in the Middle East. The announcement follows Ripple’s regulatory approval by the Dubai Financial Services Authority earlier this year, making it the first blockchain-enabled payments provider licensed […]

Catenaa, Sunday, April 13, 2025- A new report from Ripple and Boston Consulting Group (BCG) forecasts that tokenized real-world assets will surge from $0.6 trillion in 2024 to $18.9 trillion by 2033. The dramatic rise, representing a compound annual growth rate of 53%, signals a major transformation in global finance. As financial assets evolve into […]

Menlo Park, California – Thursday, December 7, 2023 – Robinhood, the trading app of Robinhood Markets Inc, officially launched its crypto trading services in the European Union (EU) on Thursday, December 7. The launch coincides with a strong recovery in the Bitcoin price, which reached a 19-month high in recent times. Robinhood’s crypto platform offers […]

Catenaa, Sunday, January 26, 2025 – Video platform Rumble revealed its first Bitcoin purchase on Friday, following through on a strategy announced in November to allocate up to $20 million of its cash reserves into the cryptocurrency. Rumble CEO Chris Pavlovski shared the news on X (formerly Twitter), confirming that the company had made its […]

 Las Vegas, Nevada, Wednesday, May 8, 2024 – A Bitcoin wallet from the early days of the cryptocurrency, known as the “Satoshi Era,” has awakened after 14 years of inactivity. The wallet transferred 50 bitcoin (BTC), currently worth over $3 million, on April 15. The transaction highlights a recent trend of dormant Bitcoin wallets reactivating, […]

Catenaa, Sunday, May 25, 2025-The Saudi Central Bank has gained an indirect exposure to Bitcoin worth nearly $60 billion by purchasing shares in Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy (MSTR), marking a notable shift in the Kingdom’s approach to reserve diversification. A recent filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission disclosed the central bank’s stake […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 22, 2025-Strategy, led by executive chairman Michael Saylor, has added 6,556 bitcoin to its balance sheet, increasing its total holdings to 538,200 BTC, the company disclosed Monday in a regulatory filing. The acquisition, totaling $555.8 million, was funded through proceeds from MicroStrategy’s at-the-market stock offering programs. Between April 14 and April 20, […]

Catenaa, Thursday, June 26, 2025-Michael Saylor, founder of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), hinted at a fresh Bitcoin acquisition Sunday, even as the firm faces investor lawsuits over a reported $5.9 billion loss on its crypto holdings in the first quarter. Saylor posted a chart to X showing Strategy’s previous Bitcoin purchases with the caption, “Nothing Stops […]

Catenaa, Monday, January 13, 2025 – MicroStrategy co-founder Michael Saylor has teased another Bitcoin acquisition, hinting at a purchase on Monday (January 50 via a post on X featuring a Bitcoin chart from SaylorTracker.com. The company currently holds 446,400 Bitcoin, valued at roughly $43.7 billion, and continues its aggressive 21/21 plan to bolster its Bitcoin […]

Catenaa, Sunday, November 17, 2024-Muneeb Ali, founder of Stacks and CEO of Trust Machines, announced on X that the long-awaited sBTC upgrade is anticipated for early December. This upgrade is designed to introduce a trustless, two-way bitcoin peg system, making sBTC the first asset of its kind to enhance decentralized finance (DeFi) capabilities on the […]

London, Monday, March 4, 2024 – Competition for spot Bitcoin (BTC) funds is intensifying in Europe as established players and new entrants vie for a larger share of the burgeoning digital asset market. The surge in competition within the European Bitcoin market is spurred by several key factors. Notably, growing institutional interest plays a pivotal […]

New York, Tuesday, September 24, 2024-The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved Nasdaq’s International Securities Exchange (ISE) to list and trade options on BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT).This significant move follows months of review and signals growing acceptance of Bitcoin derivatives in the financial sector. BlackRock initially submitted the proposal in March 2024, […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, May 21, 2025 – Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Paul Atkins Chairman has unveiled a sweeping pro-innovation agenda at the SEC Speaks conference, promising a decisive break from the agency’s past approach to emerging technologies, especially cryptocurrencies.((sec.gov: https://www.sec.gov/newsroom/speeches-statements/atkins-prepared-remarks-sec-speaks-051925)) In his first address as Chairman at the annual event, he acknowledged the agency’s historical […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, March 04, 2025-The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially closed its investigation into Yuga Labs, the creator of the Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT collection, and has agreed to dismiss its lawsuit against cryptocurrency exchange Kraken, marking a major shift in crypto regulation.  Yuga Labs confirmed the SEC’s decision in a […]

Catenaa, Saturday, May 10, 2025-The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is weighing a major policy shift that could loosen regulatory requirements for companies issuing tokenized securities, Commissioner Hester Peirce said Wednesday. In a speech published May 8, Peirce said the SEC is considering a potential exemptive order allowing blockchain-based firms to issue, trade and […]

New York, USA – October 31, 2023: A federal appeals court last week ordered the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to revisit Grayscale Investments’ application for a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). The court’s ruling is viewed as a substantial win for Grayscale, with the potential to create broad ramifications within the cryptocurrency market. In […]

WASHINGTON, Monday, April 29, 2024 – The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced it would begin consultations on potential rule changes governing exchange-traded options linked to Bitcoin in a filing on April 24. The move signifies a potential step forward for the regulation of cryptocurrency derivatives in the United States. Bitcoin, the world’s leading […]

Catenaa, Saturday, June 07, 2025-A group of crypto fund managers on Friday pressed the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to restore its first-to-file approach for approving exchange-traded products, warning that recent practices threaten fairness and competition in digital asset markets. VanEck, 21Shares and Canary Capital said the SEC’s shift away from processing ETF filings […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 18, 2025-Semler Scientific, a Nasdaq-listed healthcare technology company, has filed a registration statement with the US Securities and Exchange Commission for a proposed $500 million securities offering to support general corporate purposes, including additional purchases of bitcoin. According to Tuesday’s (15) filing, the offering may consist of debt, equity, warrants, or units. […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 30, 2025-Semler Scientific has made a strategic move by adding $10 million in Bitcoin to its corporate treasury, signaling a shift toward adopting digital assets as part of its financial strategy. The decision, announced on April 27, 2025, comes as the company looks to diversify its holdings and hedge against inflation while […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 09, 2025-The US Senate voted Thursday to stall progress on a bipartisan bill aimed at regulating stablecoins, as tensions flared over President Donald Trump’s deepening involvement in cryptocurrency ventures. The bill remains in limbo as lawmakers continue closed-door negotiations. Senators voted in a procedural cloture move that effectively paused the bill. Senate […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, June 18, 2025- The US Senate passed the bipartisan GENIUS Act Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in federal cryptocurrency regulation and paving the way for the House of Representatives to act on stablecoin legislation. The Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act passed by a 68-30 vote, making it the […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 06, 2025-The future of a major US. stablecoin bill is uncertain after nine Senate Democrats, including four who had previously supported the measure, reversed their stance just days before a critical vote. The bipartisan GENIUS Act – Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins -was poised to hit the Senate floor […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 28, 2025- US senators grilled SEC chair nominee Paul Atkins about his past consulting ties to bankrupt crypto exchange FTX and criticized the agency’s handling of crypto regulation.  During a Senate Banking Committee hearing, Chair Tim Scott questioned Atkins about SEC missteps, including the controversial Debt Box case. Sen. Elizabeth Warren pressed […]

Catenaa, Sunday, June 08, 2025- The Singapore High Court has rejected WazirX’s proposed restructuring plan, dealing a blow to the embattled crypto exchange’s efforts to recover from a $230 million exploit linked to North Korea’s Lazarus Group. WazirX confirmed the court’s decision on Wednesday, stating that it is now weighing its legal options and may […]

Catenaa, Sunday, November 24, 2024-Sky, the decentralized finance (DeFi) lending protocol formerly known as Maker, has officially launched its USDS stablecoin on the Solana blockchain. This marks USDS as the first major DeFi-native stablecoin on Solana, opening new avenues for borrowing, lending, and trading on the platform’s leading DeFi networks. Sky’s move aims to enhance […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 17, 2025-The Bank of Korea (BOK) confirmed Sunday it has no plans to include bitcoin in its foreign exchange reserves, citing volatility and International Monetary Fund (IMF) guidelines.  Responding to a National Assembly inquiry, the central bank said bitcoin’s price fluctuations could lead to high transaction costs when converting it into cash. […]

Catenaa, Friday, January 24, 2025 – South Korea regulators have issued a second Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license to brokerage firm Happy Block, which may signal a softening stance on corporate cryptocurrency investments.  The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), operating under the Financial Services Commission (FSC), approved Happy Block’s application this week. The decision follows a […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 08, 2025-South Korea regulators may move closer to approving Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) if Japan gives the green light to similar investment products, according to a new report.  The Financial Services Commission (FSC) and the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) have been closely monitoring Japan’s approach to Bitcoin ETFs, Maeil Kyungjae reported Tuesday. […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 01, 2025- South Korea regulators are at odds over whether the country should establish strategic Bitcoin (BTC) reserves, with various government agencies holding differing positions, a senior lawmaker has revealed.  Ahn Do-geol, a Democratic Party lawmaker, criticized the disjointed approach, claiming that each agency has its own stance on the matter. The […]

Catenaa, Saturday, February 22, 2025 – South Korean banks are ramping up efforts to strike partnerships with the nation’s top cryptocurrency exchanges as regulators prepare to allow firms to invest in digital assets, a move expected to fuel significant market growth. According to local media reports, banks are closely monitoring Upbit, South Korea’s largest crypto […]

Catenaa, Sunday, February 02, 2025 – South Korean cryptocurrency traders are facing uncertainty as they head into the Lunar New Year holiday, with many concerned about the potential market volatility. The holiday, which began on January 29, coincides with the US Federal Reserve’s key interest rate decision, adding to the unease in the domestic crypto […]

Catenaa, Monday, April 21, 2025-SPAR Supermarket has begun accepting bitcoin payments at its Zug branch, using the Lightning Network through DFX Swiss’s OpenCryptoPay system. The move marks another step forward in Switzerland’s growing embrace of cryptocurrency and places SPAR among the first supermarkets in the nation to integrate direct bitcoin payments at checkout. The rollout […]

Catenaa, Friday, June 26, 2025-The Spokane City Council has unanimously voted to ban all cryptocurrency ATMs within city limits, responding to a sharp rise in scams linked to Bitcoin kiosks that targeted elderly residents and defrauded victims of millions of dollars. The ordinance, passed Monday, directs operators to remove around 45 crypto ATMs from convenience […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 02, 2025- US spot Bitcoin ETFs ended a 10-day inflow streak Friday, with Fidelity’s FBTC losing $93 million, as Bitcoin nears its worst Q1 close since 2018.  Earlier last week the US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds recorded their longest inflow streak of the year, surpassing $1 billion. The ETFs had added over […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 26, 2025-Standard Chartered Bank found that replacing Tesla with bitcoin in a reworked “Magnificent 7” index improved returns and reduced volatility.  The bank’s “Mag 7B” index, which includes bitcoin instead of Tesla, outperformed the original “Magnificent 7” by about 5% since 2017, according to Geoffrey Kendrick, global head of digital assets research. […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 23, 2025-Standard Chartered Bank said indirect sovereign exposure to bitcoin through shares of Strategy Inc. (MSTR) increased in the first quarter of 2025, reinforcing its bold prediction that Bitcoin will hit $500,000 before the end of Donald Trump’s expected second presidential term in 2029. In a report published Tuesday, Geoffrey Kendrick, the […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 29, 2025-Bitcoin could surge to a new all-time high of $120,000 as early as the second quarter, driven by rising institutional demand and a strategic shift away from US-denominated assets, according to Standard Chartered’s head of digital asset research. Geoffrey Kendrick, who leads digital assets research at the bank, said in a […]

Catenaa, Thursday, February 06, 2025 – Standard Chartered head of digital assets research, Geoffrey Kendrick, predicts Bitcoin could surge to $500,000 before the end of Donald Trump’s term, citing improved investor access and declining market volatility.  Kendrick points to the expansion of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and a more mature trading infrastructure as key […]

Catenaa, Sunday, April 13, 2025- Standard Chartered predicts that bitcoin will serve as a hedge against rising tariff risks, particularly as “U.S. isolationism” shapes market sentiment. Geoffrey Kendrick, the bank’s global head of digital assets research, stated in a Sunday note that increasing tariffs could lead to greater risks associated with holding fiat currencies, thereby […]

Catenaa, Thursday, April 24, 2025-Bitcoin could continue its upward momentum if concerns about the Federal Reserve’s independence intensify, according to Standard Chartered top crypto analyst. Geoffrey Kendrick, the bank’s global head of digital assets research, said on Tuesday that the potential replacement of Fed Chair Jerome Powell represents a key government-sector risk — the type […]

Catenaa, Saturday, April 05, 2025- Bitcoin-focused firm Strategy has purchased 22,048 BTC for approximately $1.92 billion, according to an SEC filing. The acquisitions took place between March 24 and March 30 at an average price of $86,969 per bitcoin. This latest purchase brings Strategy’s total holdings to 528,185 BTC, valued at over $43 billion. The […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, June 18, 2025-Bitcoin holding firm Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, has added 10,100 BTC worth $1.05 billion to its reserves, lifting its total holdings to 592,100 BTC, according to a Monday filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The purchases were made between June 9 and June 15 at an average price […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 13, 2025-Strategy, the bitcoin treasury firm formerly known as MicroStrategy, has purchased an additional 13,390 bitcoin for approximately $1.34 billion, according to a Monday filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission. The acquisition, made between May 5 and May 11 at an average price of $99,856 per coin, brings the company’s […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, July 1, 2025-Strategy, formerly MicroStrategy, announced the acquisition of 4,980 bitcoin valued at approximately $531.9 million, pushing its total bitcoin holdings to 597,325 coins. The latest purchase, disclosed in an SEC filing, was made at an average price of $106,801 per bitcoin. Strategy funds its bitcoin buys through at-the-market equity sales, including common […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April15, 2025- Bitcoin treasury firm Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, acquired 3,459 additional bitcoin for approximately $285.8 million in cash, raising its total holdings to 531,644 BTC, the company disclosed Monday. The purchase, made between April 7 and April 13 at an average price of $82,618 per bitcoin, was funded through proceeds from […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, February 25, 2025-Business intelligence firm Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, has acquired an additional $2 billion worth of bitcoin, pushing its total holdings to 499,096 BTC, according to a regulatory filing Monday.  The company purchased 20,356 BTC at an average price of $97,514, funding the transaction through a zero-coupon convertible note offering. Strategy […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, March 11, 2025- Michael Saylor’s Strategy (Formerly MicroStrategy) continued to buy bitcoin despite a market drop following President Donald Trump’s executive order establishing a US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve last week reports said. The order mandates that the reserve be funded with bitcoin already owned by the government, limiting additional acquisitions unless they adhere […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, July 02, 2025- Strategy CEO Phong Le has been actively selling shares of MicroStrategy (MSTR) over the past month, according to filings with the US Securities and Exchange Commission. Le disposed of 8,400 Class A shares on June 18 but still holds 16,390 Class A shares alongside preferred stock holdings labeled “Strife” and […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 22, 2025- Strategy announced plans Tuesday (18) to offer 5 million shares of its newly introduced Series A Perpetual Strife Preferred Stock, aiming to raise approximately $500 million. The proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes, including Bitcoin acquisitions.  The perpetual preferred stock will carry a fixed 10% annual dividend, payable […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 02, 2025-Strategy (MSTR) reported steep first-quarter losses Thursday, missing Wall Street estimates, but raised its full-year bitcoin profit target to $15 billion as it doubles down on its aggressive cryptocurrency accumulation strategy. The firm posted a net loss of $4.2 billion, or $16.49 per diluted share, far wider than the $0.11 per-share […]

Catenaa, Monday, June 02, 2025-Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) continues to acquire bitcoin aggressively but at a slower pace than its November peak, according to a report by K33 Research. The company announced it purchased 4,020 bitcoins worth about  $427 million between May 19 and May 25, at an average price of  $106,237 per coin. K33 attributes […]

Catenaa, Friday, June 26, 2025-Institutional interest in bitcoin remains strong as Semler Scientific announced plans to increase its bitcoin holdings from 4,449 to 100,500 by 2027, signaling continued structural demand despite Federal Reserve tightening and geopolitical tensions. Semler Scientific aims to raise funds through convertible notes and share sales, employing strategies similar to those of […]

Toronto, Canada, Wednesday, August 28, 2024- A new study has linked cryptocurrency ownership to certain personality traits, including psychopathy, narcissism, Machiavellianism, and sadism. Researchers at the University of Toronto and the University of Miami surveyed 2,001 American adults to examine the relationship between cryptocurrency ownership and various psychological and social characteristics. However, the researchers cautioned […]

New York, Monday, October 28, 2024- A recent report by the Bitcoin Policy Institute suggests central banks consider Bitcoin as a hedge against rising inflation and geopolitical risks. Authored by economist Matthew Ferranti, the report titled The Case for Bitcoin as a Reserve Asset argues that Bitcoin could serve as a strategic reserve, potentially protecting […]

NEW YORK, Saturday, July 27, 2024- Swan Bitcoin, a digital asset financial services firm, announced on Platform X that it had abandoned plans for an initial public offering and shut down its managed mining unit. The company’s CEO, Cory Klippsten, cited a lack of expected near-term revenue from the mining operation as the primary reason […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, July 09, 2025-Sweden Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer has directed authorities to intensify enforcement of a sweeping law enabling seizure of unexplained wealth, including cryptocurrencies, luxury goods, and real estate. The law empowers officials to confiscate assets from individuals unable to prove their wealth’s legitimacy, even without direct criminal charges. Since the law took […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 29, 2025-The Swiss National Bank (SNB) has dismissed Bitcoin as a potential reserve asset, citing concerns over the cryptocurrency’s volatility. In an official statement released on April 27, 2025, the SNB clarified that while Bitcoin holds significant interest in the global financial landscape, it does not meet the stability criteria required for […]

New York, Friday, August 16, 2024- Switzerland is exploring the inclusion of cryptocurrency tax data in its international information exchange protocols. On Wednesday August 14, the Federal Council initiated a consultation process for a new bill that aims to facilitate the sharing of crypto asset information with 111 jurisdictions. These jurisdictions are part of the […]

Catenaa, Thursday, January 2, 2025 – A group of cryptocurrency advocates in Switzerland has launched an initiative aimed at requiring the Swiss National Bank (SNB) to hold bitcoin as part of its reserves, alongside gold. The proposal was published Tuesday by the Swiss Federal Chancellery, setting the stage for a potential nationwide referendum.  The Chancellery […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, December 03, 2024 – The Swiss canton of Bern has approved a groundbreaking bill to investigate Bitcoin mining as a means of utilizing surplus electricity, despite initial resistance from the local government. Proposed by a pro-crypto Parliamentary Group in March, the legislation gained strong support from the 160-member local parliament. This initiative aims […]

Taipei, Saturday October 5, 2024 – Taiwan’s Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) has introduced new anti-money laundering (AML) regulations for virtual asset service providers (VASPs), setting a September 2025 deadline for full compliance. Firms failing to meet these requirements could face fines of up to NT$5 million ($155,900) or a two-year prison term. The updated regulations, […]

Taipei, Sunday, October 13, 2024-Taiwan Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) is set to launch a pilot program for institutional cryptocurrency custody services in early 2025. The initiative, aimed at promoting institutional adoption of crypto, has already attracted interest from three private banks, which are expected to participate in the trial. As reported by local media, participating […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, February 12, 2025 – Bitcoin Ordinals project Taproot Wizards has raised $30 million in a funding round led by Standard Crypto, with participation from Cyberfund, Collider Ventures, and others. The funding aims to advance OP_CAT, a Bitcoin smart contract functionality designed to expand the blockchain’s programmability.  Co-founder Udi Wertheimer said the project will […]

New York, Sunday, November 03, 2024-Franklin Templeton has announced the expansion of its OnChain US Government Money Market Fund (FOBXX) to Coinbase’s Ethereum scaling network, Base. This strategic move, announced on Thursday, allows the asset manager’s flagship crypto product to reach a broader audience on a platform designed for efficient and cost-effective development of crypto […]

New York, Thursday, October 24, 2024-Tesla’s 11,509 bitcoins, valued at approximately $776.9 million, remain intact despite last week’s significant wallet movements, according to analytics firm Arkham Intelligence. The firm clarified that the movements, which sparked speculation of a potential sale, were merely “wallet rotations,” ensuring the company still holds the same amount of Bitcoin. On […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, June 04, 2025- Tether, the largest issuer of stablecoins, now holds more than 100,000 bitcoin and over 50 tons of gold, its CEO revealed Thursday at the Bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas. The assets are part of a growing reserve strategy that underscores Tether’s dominance in the crypto economy -and its immense […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 16, 2025-Tether’s circulating supply of USDT has surged past the $150 billion milestone for the first time, according to a company update released Monday. The surge marks a new high for the stablecoin issuer as it continues to benefit from US Treasury investments and blockchain expansion. Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino confirmed the […]

Catenaa, Saturday, December 14, 2024 – A Texas legislator introduced a bill Thursday to establish a state-held Bitcoin strategic reserve, signaling the state’s ambition to further embrace digital assets. The bill, H.B. No. 1598, sponsored by State Representative Giovanni Capriglione, aims to hold Bitcoin in cold storage for at least five years while allowing Texans […]

London, Thursday, March 14, 2024- A British judge ruled on Thursday that Australian computer scientist Craig Wright is not Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin. The verdict came after a five-week trial at the High Court in London. A detailed ruling will be given later. Justice Mellor delivered a swift decision, citing “overwhelming evidence” against […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, February 18, 2025 – Japan-based mobile gaming company Gumi Inc announced on February 10 that it is expecting to purchase bitcoin worth 1 billion Japanese yen (around $6.58 million).The company says it intends to purchase between February and May this year.The core of this Bitcoin purchase would be an acceleration of the company’s […]

SAN FRANCISCO, Tuesday, February 20, 2024 – Venture capital firm Founders Fund, led by billionaire investor Peter Thiel, reportedly placed a significant $200 million bet on Bitcoin and Ethereum before the recent cryptocurrency bull run, Reuters News Agency reported on February 12, 2024, citing “sources familiar with the matter.” The investment spread equally between the […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 09, 2025-AdTech firm Thumzup Media Corporation is looking to raise up to $200 million to expand its bitcoin treasury more than 100-fold, according to a recent U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filing. Thumzup, which connects advertisers with social media influencers, currently holds about $1.8 million in bitcoin, equal to 19.106 BTC. The […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 23, 2025-America’s top banks are in preliminary discussions to form a consortium that would launch a US dollar-backed stablecoin, according to a Wall Street Journal report published Thursday (Yesterday). The venture would involve companies jointly owned by JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, Citigroup, Wells Fargo and others. Entities involved include The Clearing […]

Catenaa, Saturday, December 07, 2024 – As Bitcoin remains just below its all-time high of $100,000, trading around $96,000, but traders are increasingly turning to altcoins for larger gains, reports indicate. Analysts say that renewed optimism following Donald Trump’s election victory and promises of crypto-friendly regulation have spurred a dramatic rally in alternative cryptocurrencies.  Bitcoin’s […]

Finalised Regulations to be Published on Sunday July 7 WASHINGTON, Friday, July 5, 2024- The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on Wednesday June 26 finalized regulations implementing the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act’s (IIJA) reporting requirements for brokers of digital assets, a media statement issued by Department of […]

Catenaa, Friday, July 11, 2025- The US Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service on Thursday repealed a controversial rule that required decentralized crypto platforms to report user transaction data, ending years of regulatory uncertainty and industry pushback. The rule, first introduced under the Biden administration in 2021, aimed to expand the definition of a “broker” […]

Catenaa, Monday, February 03, 2025 – Trezor last week announced the launch of its Safe 5 Freedom Edition hardware wallet, a limited-edition product designed to celebrate Bitcoin independence. Only 2,100 units will be available for purchase starting January 30 at 15:00 UTC.  Priced at $169, the same as the standard Safe 5, this exclusive edition […]

Catenaa, Sunday, April 20, 2025- The Trump administration is considering using tariff revenues to help build a US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve without tapping taxpayer funds, a senior White House adviser said this week. Bo Hines, executive director of the Presidential Council of Advisers on Digital Assets, told investor Anthony Pompliano that proceeds from recently expanded […]

Catenaa, Thursday, December 26, 2024 – President-elect Donald Trump has announced plans to establish a massive US bitcoin strategic reserve, aiming to strengthen the dollar and neutralize the nation’s $36 trillion debt, according to a proposal championed by MicroStrategy founder Michael Saylor.  The proposal envisions generating up to $81 trillion in wealth through a federal […]

Catenaa, Thursday, May 29, 2025-Trump Media and Technology Group announced Tuesday a $2.5 billion private placement to establish a corporate bitcoin treasury, marking a major move into cryptocurrency by the social media company. The Nasdaq-listed firm secured subscription agreements from about 50 institutional investors. The offering consists of $1.5 billion in common stock and $1 […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 08, 2025-President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday creating a US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, ensuring the government’s Bitcoin holdings are maintained as a strategic asset similar to gold in Fort Knox. The reserve will be funded with Bitcoin seized in criminal and civil forfeitures, preventing any taxpayer burden, according to White […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, February 05, 2025 – President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday to establish the United States’ first sovereign wealth fund, directing the Treasury and Commerce departments to develop a plan within 90 days, reports said. The move has sparked speculation about potential Bitcoin acquisitions.  “We have tremendous potential,” Trump said during the […]

Catenaa, Sunday, May 11, 2025-President Donald Trump declared his full support for cryptocurrencies on Sunday, framing digital assets as a critical frontier in the US battle to prevent Chinese dominance over emerging technologies. “I’m very much in favor of crypto because otherwise China is going to take it over,” Trump said while returning to the […]

New York, Monday, October 14, 2024-  World Liberty Financial (WLF), a decentralized finance (DeFi) project backed by President Donald Trump and his family, will launch the public sale of its WLFI tokens tomorrow (October 15, 2024). This project, which opened its whitelist on September 30, has already attracted thousands of signups, demonstrating significant interest from […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, June 17, 2025-Truth Social, the social media platform backed by President Donald Trump, has filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission to launch a spot bitcoin and ethereum exchange-traded fund, further deepening Trump Media’s involvement in the cryptocurrency market. The filing, submitted Monday under the name “Truth Social Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF, B.T.,” […]

Catenaa, Sunday, June 08, 2025-Truth Social, the media platform tied to President Donald Trump, has filed a Form S-1 with the US Securities and Exchange Commission seeking to launch a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund, deepening the Trump-linked push into digital assets. The filing, submitted by Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), aims to list the […]

Catenaa, June 29, 2025- A majority of South Korean adults plan to increase their cryptocurrency investments, as President Lee Jae Myung’s administration pushes ahead with a regulatory framework to legalize won-based stablecoins. A survey by the Hana Financial Research Institute found that 70% of respondents aged 20 to 59 expect to buy more crypto in […]

Catenaa, Thursday, April 03, 2025- The US Treasury and federal agencies are set to disclose their Bitcoin and cryptocurrency holdings on April 5, following an executive order from President Donald Trump, reports said. The move could redefine how digital assets fit into national financial strategy.  The announcement is expected to confirm whether assets such as […]

Catenaa, Friday, June 20,2025- UK institutional investors managing money for retail clients are preparing to invest in crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs) pending regulatory approval, WisdomTree said Tuesday. Dovile Silenskyte, WisdomTree’s Director of Digital Assets Research, said at DigiAssets 2025 that firms are ready to act “within a matter of weeks” if the Financial Conduct Authority […]

London, Wednesday, February 14, 2024 – The British police announced on January 30 that they seized over £1.4 billion worth of Bitcoin in 2018, marking one of the largest cryptocurrency forfeitures globally. The announcement comes during the trial of a woman accused of laundering funds for her former employer, an alleged fugitive from Chinese authorities […]

Catenaa, Friday, July 11, 2025-UniCredit unveiled a capital-protected structured product linked to BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF, targeting professional investors in Italy. The offering runs from July 1 to July 28 and promises full capital protection at maturity, with returns capped at 85% of the ETF’s performance. The five-year certificate, denominated in U.S. dollars, requires […]

Catenaa, Saturday, June 28, 2025-Universal Digital Inc. has announced a major pivot to a Bitcoin-focused capital strategy, initiating a phased divestment of altcoins and redirecting proceeds into Bitcoin reserves. The Canadian-listed company said Monday the move aims to boost its long-term net asset value and strengthen its balance sheet amid rising institutional adoption of digital […]

November 2, 2023: Craig Wright’s Bitcoin Cash fork, Bitcoin SV (BSV), is facing increasing scrutiny following a new study casting doubt on his claims to be the creator of Bitcoin, Satoshi Nakamoto. The study, published by the cryptocurrency research firm CoinGeek, found that Wright’s claims are “not credible” and that there are significant inconsistencies in […]

Washington, DC, Wednesday, January 10, 2024 – Amidst great anticipation the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) today (Wednesday, January 10, 2024) approved the listing and trading of multiple Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded products (ETPs), marking a milestone for the cryptocurrency market. The decision comes after years of SEC resistance to Bitcoin ETFs, with Chair Gary […]

Catenaa, Friday, February 21, 2025 – Nearly 20 US states are considering legislation to add Bitcoin to their state reserves, potentially leading to $23 billion in cryptocurrency acquisitions. If enacted, the proposals would legally mandate large Bitcoin purchases, fueling demand from state governments and pension funds. North Dakota, however, is the only state to formally […]

New York, Saturday, November 02, 2024- The US Treasury Department recommended that private stablecoins be replaced by a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), citing concerns over the stability of the stablecoin market in its latest report, on October 31.  The Treasury’s 132-page report highlighted the extensive purchase of US Treasury bonds by stablecoin issuers, with […]

Catenaa, Monday, December 09, 2024-The US Treasury has officially referred to Bitcoin as “digital gold” following its explosive price surge, which recently saw the cryptocurrency cross the $100,000 threshold. The recognition marks a significant shift in the way the US government views Bitcoin, particularly as its market value continues to soar amid growing institutional interest. […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 05, 2025-The US Treasury Department on Tuesday sanctioned 49 cryptocurrency addresses linked to the now-defunct Nemesis darknet marketplace, accusing its alleged administrator of facilitating illicit transactions. The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) identified 44 Bitcoin and five Monero addresses tied to Iranian national Behrouz Parsarad, who allegedly ran Nemesis before it […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 16, 2025- Utah Senate has passed a landmark Bitcoin bill, but lawmakers removed a provision that would have allowed the state treasury to invest in Bitcoin.  The “Blockchain and Digital Innovation Amendments” (HB230) cleared the Senate on March 7 in a 19-7-3 vote, and now awaits Governor Spencer Cox’s signature. While the […]

Catenaa, Saturday, July 05, 2025-Vanadi Coffee, a boutique café chain in Spain, has approved a $1.17 billion plan to invest in Bitcoin, pivoting its business model to embrace cryptocurrency as a core financial strategy after reporting a $3.86 million loss in 2024. The six-outlet chain announced the move Monday, saying it aims to adopt Bitcoin […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, November 20, 2024- VanEck, a global asset management firm with $118 billion in assets, has officially endorsed Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset. Matthew Sigel, head of digital asset research at VanEck, announced the firm’s support in a post on X, aligning with President Donald Trump’s vision of Bitcoin as the nation’s most […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, November 19, 2024- Investment management firm VanEck has set an ambitious $180,000 price target for Bitcoin by 2025, citing strong momentum and a lack of technical resistance. The cryptocurrency has surged nearly 30% since the November 5 elections, driven by a pro-crypto sentiment linked to Donald Trump’s presidential victory.  Matthew Sigel, VanEck’s head […]

Catenaa, Friday, February 28, 2025-Investment firm VanEck has proposed a US strategic Bitcoin reserve, suggesting that accumulating BTC could help alleviate the country’s mounting national debt. The firm modeled a scenario where the US Treasury acquires 1 million Bitcoin over five years as a long-term store of value.  VanEck’s analysis assumes Bitcoin could rise from […]

New York, NY, Friday, June 28, 2024-In a move signaling broader acceptance of cryptocurrencies, VanEck, a New York-based investment firm, filed a proposal with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to launch the first-ever U.S. exchange-traded fund (ETF) for Solana (SOL). The VanEck Solana Trust, if approved, would offer investors direct exposure to SOL, the […]

Catenaa, Sunday, June 29, 2025- Decentralized finance infrastructure firm Veda has raised $18 million in a funding round led by CoinFund, with participation from Coinbase Ventures, GSR, Animoca Ventures, and others, to scale its universal DeFi vault platform aimed at mainstream adoption. The platform enables apps, protocols, and institutions to offer yield-bearing products without exposing […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, July 09, 2025-South Korea-based gaming firm WEMADE and developer Redlab Games have opened global pre-registration for ROM: Golden Age, a Web3-enabled MMORPG set to launch in August across 170 countries, excluding Korea. The game is now available for sign-up through the WEMIX PLAY platform and its official website. Building on the success of […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 09, 2025-The White House yesteday April 8 announced that the US would increase tariffs on China to 104%, escalating the trade conflict between the two nations. The move follows China’s refusal to reverse retaliatory tariffs on US goods, prompting President Donald Trump to impose a further 50% increase. This decision sent US […]

Catenaa, Monday, February 10, 2025 – Gemini, the cryptocurrency exchange founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, is considering going public this year, Bloomberg reported.  The company has begun discussions with potential advisors about a stock market listing, though no final decision has been made, the report said.  Gemini’s IPO considerations follow a surge in public […]

Catenaa, Monday, June 09, 2025-Crypto exchange Gemini has confidentially filed a draft registration with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for an Initial Public Offering, the company announced Friday (06), signaling its intent to join a growing list of crypto firms pursuing public listings amid shifting regulatory tides. Founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, […]

New York, Wednesday, October 16, 2024-World Liberty Financial (WLF), a decentralized finance (DeFi) project backed by President Donald Trump, has raised $9.15 million on the first day of its public WLFI token sale, reports say. “About 610 million WLFI tokens had been sold as of 7:25 p.m. ET, with 19.4 billion tokens remaining. At $0.015 […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 30, 2025-Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon distanced himself from a failed legislative attempt to establish a state-run Bitcoin reserve, citing the cryptocurrency’s volatility and the need for more practical initiatives.  Speaking at the DC Blockchain Summit on Wednesday, Gordon emphasized a cautious approach. “Bitcoin has been incredibly volatile,” he said, adding that lawmakers […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, June 17, 2025-The social media platform X has suspended the official accounts of pump.fun, a prominent Solana-based memecoin launchpad, and its founder Alon Cohen, in what appears to be part of a broader crackdown targeting memecoin services. As of Monday night, the handles “pumpdotfun” and Cohen’s personal account “a1lon9” were no longer accessible […]

Catenaa, Sunday, April 20, 2025-ZKsync disclosed a $5 million theft tied to a compromised administrative account overseeing its airdrop contract, while Bitcoin showed resilience amid global macro uncertainty. The Ethereum Layer 2 scaling project said the attacker took control of unclaimed airdrop tokens, triggering a 20% drop in ZK’s token price. ZKsync stressed that no […]