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Ripple Head Courts Proposed US Bitcoin Strategic Reserve
There have been reports of Garlinghouse and Ripple Labs lobbying for xrp to be included in the U.S. digital assets reserve. What is going on?
Brazilian Oil Giant Explores Bitcoin Mining
If Petrobras starts mining bitcoin with excess flare gas, other oil and gas companies could follow.
Bitcoin News Exclusive Interview With Joltz
Today we had the pleasure of talking to Ian Major, co-founder of Joltz, a pioneering Bitcoin company dedicated to enhancing the adoption of Bitcoin as a medium of exchange and settlement network.
Bitcoin Miners are Switching to AI and HPC: Report
The latest halving reduced bitcoin miners’ revenue, and now they are looking to make up for the lost revenue in other ventures.
Nasdaq Files for In-Kind Redemptions for BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF
The proposed In-Kind redemption model, if approved, could lower sell pressure on bitcoin during ETF withdrawals.
SEC Revokes SAB 121 Paving Way for Banks to Custody Bitcoin
Acting SEC Chair Mark Uyeda, assigned to temporarily lead the SEC under the new Trump administration revoked the SAB 121.
Retail Bitcoin Mining Made Easy: Compass Mining
Bitcoin News recently had the chance to sit down with CJ Burnett, CRO of Compass Mining, to learn more about the company’s initiatives.
Larry Fink Praises Bitcoin at World Economic Forum, Predicts $700k
Larry Fink’s remarks about Bitcoin at the World Economic Forum has caught the attention of Bitcoin’s proponents and critics alike.
Building The Future of Payments With Taproot Assets
Joltz is building the tooling to make stablecoins on the Bitcoin Lightning Network accessible to all.
MicroStrategy’s Stock Faces Volatility Following Approval of Share Expansion
MicroStrategy’s stock expansion plan is another step in getting more cash to buy $42 billion in bitcoin.
Onramp MENA: Redefining Bitcoin Custody and Financial Services
Secure custody of one’s bitcoin is the most crucial step towards a prosperous future. Onramp MENA offers a new solution for high-net-worth individuals.
Utah Proposes Bitcoin Reserve Bill
Utah is the 11th state to join the bitcoin reserve movement with the introduction of H.B. 230 bill.
A Historic Week of Bitcoin Events in El Salvador: January 27-February 1
El Salvador hosts a historic Bitcoin week from Jan 27 to Feb 1, featuring global summits, conferences, and events about Bitcoin’s transformative potential.
The “Trump Effect”: Bitcoin Briefly Breaks ATH Ahead of Inauguration
Trump’s inauguration has the market speculating about Bitcoin’s future, pushing the prices up.
BTCPay Server Foundation Receives $25,000 for Open-Source Payment Innovation
Unbank is pleased to announce it has backed BTCPay Server Foundation with a grant
Bitcoin News Exclusive: CleanSpark’s Harry Sudock on Bitcoin Mining
Here at Bitcoin News, we recently had the chance to sit down with Harry Sudock, VP of Strategy at CleanSpark, one of the biggest bitcoin mining companies globally.
Massachusetts Introduces Bitcoin Reserve Bill
Massachusetts is the first deep blue state to aim for creation of a bitcoin reserve.
State of Wyoming Presents Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Bill
Wyoming joins the ranks of US states proposing a bitcoin strategic reserve bill.
Neutronpay Powers Aliniex as an Early Lightning Adopter in Southeast Asia
Neutronpay enables Aliniex, one of the largest exchanges in southeast Asia, to provide Lightning Network services to its customers.
Coinbase Restarts Bitcoin-Backed Loans: What You Need to Know
The new Coinbase bitcoin loans have been very controversial, with critics and proponents debating them on social media.
The Bushido of Bitcoin: A Code of Virtue for a New Economic Standard
When Bitcoin wins the economic game, who do we become? A bold manifesto for building a world of strong character, led by virtuous men and women.
US Court Orders Return of 94,000 Stolen Bitcoin To Bitfinex
Bitfinex, having compensated the loss of all of its users since the 2016 hack, now gets to receive a big chunk of the bitcoin it lost.
Thailand Considers Allowing Bitcoin ETFs in the Country
Thailand SEC plans to allow Bitcoin ETFs in the country, citing the need to move along with the global adoption of Bitcoin.
Largest Italian Bank Intesa Sanpaolo Buys Bitcoin
The Italian banking giant’s foray into Bitcoin signals increasing global adoption for the scarce digital asset.
Meta Shareholder Pushes for Inclusion of Bitcoin in Reserves
The proposal was submitted by a member of National Center for Public Policy Research, the same think tank that sought similar initiatives for Amazon and Microsoft.
North Dakota Explores Addition of Bitcoin to its Treasury
North Dakota is the latest to join the states looking into creating Bitcoin treasuries.
New Hampshire to Create Bitcoin Reserve for State Treasury
New Hampshire joins the growing list of US states aiming to create a strategic bitcoin reserve.
Oklahoma Senator Introduces Bitcoin Freedom Act
Oklahoma Senator Dusty Deevers filed for SB234 — Bitcoin Freedom Act, giving state residents and private companies more legal freedom to interact with Bitcoin.
Kalshi-Zero Hash Deal Reshapes Prediction Markets
The deal with Zero Hash brings USDC to Kalshi, helping users make faster deposits and withdrawals.
DoJ Cleared By Court to Sell $6.5B in Silk Road Seized Bitcoin
Analysts worry that if the US Government sells the 69,000 BTC it owns, the prices could fall significantly.
Mi Primer Bitcoin Launches Bitcoin Diploma 2025
Mi Primer Bitcoin (My First Bitcoin) announces their new 2025 Bitcoin Diploma edition, providing free, high-quality Bitcoin education for all.
US Court Orders Early Bitcoin Investor to Reveal Private Keys
The court believes securing the private keys is a very important step in this case, as without them, the money is practically lost.
UAE-Based Bitcoin Mining Group Phoenix Expands Operations in US
Bitcoin mining company Phoenix Group has expanded its operations from UAE to United States and Canada.
Metaplanet Enters 2025 with Bold Aim of a 10,000 BTC Treasury
Metaplanet announced that the next phase in its bitcoin strategy is acquiring more than 10,000 BTC by the end of 2025.
OPAGO: Revolutionizing European Retail with Lightning
OPAGO provides businesses with a simple and fast way of accepting Bitcoin Lightning payments.
Marathon CEO Fred Thiel Shares Bitcoin Wisdom in Recent Interview
Thiel predicts a $200,000 price tag for bitcoin in near future, encouraging investors to just buy and hold.
21/21 Plan Continues: MicroStrategy to Raise Another $2B
MicroStrategy has already achieved almost half of its bold 21/21 plan goals, and is now doubling down on its already aggressive bitcoin acquisition strategy.
Eric Trump and Michael Saylor Meet at Mar-a-Lago
Michael Saylor’s recent meeting with Eric Trump has ignited speculations in the Bitcoin community around Saylor’s possible involvements in politics.
IRS Pushes Back New Bitcoin Tax Rules to 2026
The decision by the IRS to delay digital asset taxation rules may indicate that the agency has acknowledged taxing bitcoin is not a simple matter.
Switzerland Now One Step Closer to Adding Bitcoin to Reserves
Switzerland is now 100,000 signatures away from the next phase of officially adding bitcoin to the country’s national bank reserves.
BlackRock’s IBIT Sets Record as “Greatest Launch in ETF History”
BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF has become the fastest ETF on the market to achieve record-breaking AUM.
Unbank: Bridging the Gap For Bitcoiners Who Want To Use Cash
Unbank eases bitcoin to fiat exchange for millions, enabling people to buy and sell bitcoin with the least hassle and KYC.
More HK Legislators Push for Addition of Bitcoin to Reserves
After Johnny Ng’s call for addition of bitcoin to Hong Kong’s reserves, now Wu Jiexhuang, another lawmaker, has joined the movement.
El Salvador’s Bitcoin Holdings Surpass 6,000 BTC
El Salvador’s continuous bitcoin purchases have finally pushed the country’s holdings past the 6,000 BTC mark.
Bitwise Proposes New ETF Tracking Major BTC Holding Companies
The newly proposed Bitcoin ETF by Bitwise includes shares from companies that have a market cap of at least $100 million.
KULR Technology Creates Bitcoin Treasury with Initial $21M Purchase
KULR announces creation of a bitcoin treasury, saying this is the initial investment, and there will be more allocations to bitcoin in the future.
Russia Turns to Bitcoin to Bypass Sanctions in International Trades
Russia’s Finance Minister said the country is already leveraging bitcoin in international trade, expressing optimism for future growth.
MicroStrategy Calls for Shareholder Meeting to Accelerate 21/21 Plan
MicroStrategy plans to significantly accelerate its bold 21/21 plan, and is asking for shareholders’ opinion.
Canadian Matador Technologies Adds Bitcoin To Its Treasury
Matador Technologies decided to add bitcoin to its treasury to shield the company and shareholders against value depreciation of the Canadian dollar.
From Rumors to Truth: Is the UAE Holding $40 Billion in Bitcoin?
If the rumor of UAE owning $40 billion in bitcoin turns out to be true, the ramifications could be game-changing for bitcoin adoption.
Swapido: Instant BTC-to-Peso Transfers to Debit Cards and Mobile Numbers
Swapido bridges the Lightning Network with Mexico’s instant bank transfer system (SPEI) to expand remittance options for users worldwide.
MicroStrategy Adds 3 Power Players to Its Board of Directors
Addition of 3 key figures to MicroStrategy’s board of directives, including Brian Brooks, brings focused expertise to the company.
Michael Saylor Proposes a Bitcoin Plan for Upcoming US Administration
Michael Saylor’s Digital Assets Framework lays out a carefully tailored plan for the US government to use digital assets in its economy.
Craig Wright Faces 1-Year Suspended Term Over Court Order Breach
Craig Wright received the suspended prison sentence after the judge ruled he has been in violation of court order by suing Bitcoin Core developers for $1 trillion.
El Salvador To Scale Back Bitcoin Plans in $1.4B Loan Deal with IMF
El Salvador’s government has agreed to dial down its Bitcoin activities, in return for receiving a $1.4 billion loan from the IMF.
Ohio State Rep. Files Bill for Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act
Ohio becomes the third US state pushing for Strategic Bitcoin Reserves, after Texas and Pennsylvania.
Relai Introduces New Referral Structure and Fees as Low as 0.9%
Relai, the Swiss-made bitcoin app introduces new fee structure, as well as lucrative referral rewards for its users.
Gold at Historic Low Against Bitcoin: A Paradigm Shift?
The recent all-time low of gold against bitcoin might signal a change in investor sentiment.
Solidion Technology’s Vision and the Promise of Bitcoin
BitcoinNews had the chance to speak with Solidion Technology Inc.’s C-level executives and discuss their recent Bitcoin initiative.
FASB’s New Bitcoin Accounting Rules Now in Effect
FASB’s new rules make fair value reporting of bitcoin easier for companies that hold the digital asset on their balance sheet.
Using AI To Bring Smarter Channel Management to the Lightning Network
Amboss’s latest AI software “Magma AI” optimizes Bitcoin Lightning Network connections, helping choose best nodes to connect to and manage connections.
Japanese Lawmaker Calls for Creation of National Bitcoin Reserve
Satoshi Hamada says Japan should create a national bitcoin reserve, believing it could help reduce dependency on foreign currencies like the US dollar.
MicroStrategy Joins Nasdaq-100: A Bitcoin Milestone
On Dec 23rd MicroStrategy will be added to the Nasdaq-100. This addition is a big win for Bitcoin and Bitcoin-related companies.
Texas State Rep. Files Bill for Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act
The Texas Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act allows bitcoin payments for government agencies and mandates 5-year holding.
Vancouver City Council Approves Plans to Explore Bitcoin Adoption
Vancouver now plans to explore adding bitcoin to its financial system, including using it for taxes and reserves, with a feasibility report due by Q1 2025.
PlebLab Announces Season 2 of Top Builder in 2025
Top Builder is a 3-month global competition for teams to create impactful Bitcoin solutions with mentorship, collaboration, and innovation.
Microsoft Shareholders Reject Bitcoin Investment Proposal
Microsoft’s board says bitcoin’s volatility makes it unsuitable for treasury reserves, and all selected assets are reviewed for financial stability.
How Timestamp Is Democratizing Bitcoin Investing
Timestamp, an SEC-registered platform, lets anyone invest in Bitcoin startups, bridging the gap for non-accredited and global investors.
Member of Russian State Duma Calls for Creation of National Bitcoin Reserve
Russian politician Anton Tkachev suggests Bitcoin as a tool against sanctions and a hedge against inflation, offering economic stability.
Relai Secures $12 Million for its EU-Expansion
Relai raises $12M led by Ego Death Capital, to expand its Bitcoin platform across Europe, targeting MiCA compliance by 2025.
Amazon Shareholders Want Bitcoin in Company’s $88B Reserves
Amazon shareholders propose investing 5% of the company’s $88B cash reserves in bitcoin to hedge against inflation and protect value.
US Treasury Cites Bitcoin as “Digital Gold” in FY 2024 Q4 Report
The US Treasury called Bitcoin “digital gold,” recognizing its growth and value in DeFi, sparking talks of a potential U.S. bitcoin reserve.
Czech Republic Introduces Tax-Free Rules for Long-Term Bitcoin Holders
Under new Czech rules, bitcoin held for over 3 years will be exempt from capital gains tax, starting January 2025.
WikiLeaks to Preserve Afghan War Logs Forever on Bitcoin Blockchain
WikiLeaks’ Project Spartacus stores 76,911 Afghan War Logs on the Bitcoin blockchain, ensuring uncensorable access to US military files leaked in 2010.
BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF Breaks $50 Billion AUM Record in Record Time
BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF hit $50B AUM in 228 days, making it the fastest-growing ETF ever and solidifying BlackRock’s financial market dominance.
Virgin Voyages Becomes First Cruise Line to Accept Bitcoin
Virgin Voyages now accepts bitcoin for its 2025 Annual Pass, offering unlimited luxury cruises with premium perks.
$1.5B Purchase Pushes MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin Holdings Past 400k BTC
MicroStrategy buys 15,400 BTC for $1.5B, bringing its holdings to 402,100 BTC worth $38B, funded by $1.48B from Class A share sales.
Saylor Pitches Bitcoin to Microsoft’s Board in a 3-Minute Presentation
Michael Saylor urged Microsoft’s board to adopt Bitcoin as a financial strategy in a bold 3-minute pitch, sparking debate ahead of a December 10 vote.
Bowling for Bitcoin: How a Cricket Club Embraced Digital Gold
This is the story of a cricket club in Australia which merged Bitcoin’s ethos with cricket’s spirit, blending tradition and tech for a bold, game-changing vision.
UK Court Rejects Craig Wright’s Appeal in Case Against COPA
Craig Wright, who claims to be Bitcoin’s creator, lost a UK court appeal as judges ruled his claims were “totally without merit” and based on forged evidence.
Russia Officially Recognizes Bitcoin as Property, Introduces New Tax Laws
Russia recognizes bitcoin as property under new laws, enabling taxation and trading, and providing mining incentives.
Swiss Canton of Bern Explores Bitcoin Mining to Optimize Energy Use
The canton of Bern in Switzerland approved a plan to study bitcoin mining to use excess energy and stabilize the grid.
Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim Proposes Adding Bitcoin to City’s Reserves
Vancouver’s mayor proposes exploring the integration of bitcoin into the city’s financial strategy, positioning the city as a leader in bitcoin adoption while potentially hedging against inflation.
Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Bill Introduced to Brazil’s Chamber of Deputies
Brazil proposes a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, allocating up to 5% of its international reserves to bitcoin, boosting leadership in Latin America’s digital economy.
US Customs Reportedly Detained Bitmain Miners At FCC Request
CBP, at FCC’s request, is detaining Bitmain’s Antminer Bitcoin miners, causing delays and sparking concerns over possible sanctions violations.
Bitcoin Miners in Texas Face Probe Under New Registration Rule
Texas, a hub for bitcoin mining, now mandates miners to register with PUCT to better manage energy demands and address grid concerns.
Kalshi: Because ‘I Told You So’ Is Better with Receipts
Kalshi turns predictions into financial bets, holding influencers accountable for accuracy, not just loud opinions.
Marathon Digital Expands Bitcoin Holdings with 5,771 BTC Purchase
Marathon Digital Holdings (MARA) buys 5,771 BTC for $572M, boosting its total holdings to 33,875 BTC, worth around $3.3B.
Cboe to Launch Cash-Settled Bitcoin Index Options on December 2
Cboe will launch cash-settled bitcoin options on Dec 2, tied to the Cboe Bitcoin U.S. ETF Index, expanding access to bitcoin derivatives.
A Bitcoin Adventure in El Salvador: Highlights from the Adopting Bitcoin 2024
I attended the 2024 Adopting Bitcoin Conference in El Salvador and saw firsthand how Bitcoin is being integrated into the economy and the culture.
Senator Lummis Proposes Selling Gold to Bolster Bitcoin Reserves
Senator Cynthia Lummis proposes selling Federal Reserve gold to buy bitcoin, aiming to stabilize the U.S. economy and strengthen the dollar.
Spaces Protocol: Scalable & Permissionless Bitcoin Identities
Domain names are digital assets, yet centralized systems risk censorship. Spaces Protocol on Bitcoin offers a decentralized, trustless naming solution.
Hoth Therapeutics Allocates $1M to Bitcoin as Treasury Asset
Biotech company Hoth Therapeutics plans to invest $1M in bitcoin, joining a trend of firms using BTC as a hedge and store of value.
Options Trading For BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF Debuts on NASDAQ
BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF options debuted with over $1.9B in notional exposure, highlighting strong institutional interest.
MicroStrategy Buys its Largest Batch of Bitcoin: 51,780 BTC Added
With another purchase of 51,780 BTC for $4.6B, MicroStrategy’s bitcoin holdings has reached 331,200 BTC, now worth over $30 billion.
Poland’s Presidential Candidate Proposes Bitcoin Reserve Plan
Polish presidential candidate Sławomir Mentzen plans a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, aiming to make Poland a global Bitcoin leader if elected in 2025.
Beyond Speculation: Kalshi’s Platform for Real-Time Truth
As a regulated event trading platform where users stake on future outcomes, Kalshi reveals collective wisdom and real-time public sentiment.
Solidion Technology Joins Bitcoin Adoption Wave with Bold Treasury Move
Solidion Technology invests 60% of excess cash in bitcoin, citing inflation hedge and long-term value, with plans for continued accumulation.
Goldman Sachs Becomes 2nd-Largest Institutional Holder of BlackRock’s IBIT
Goldman Sachs now holds $710M in bitcoin ETFs, up 71% in Q3, signaling a major shift as it becomes BlackRock iShares Bitcoin Trust’s 2nd-largest holder.
Pennsylvania Pushes Bill to Invest in Bitcoin as a State Reserve
Pennsylvania’s Bitcoin Reserve Act proposes investing up to 10% of state funds in bitcoin as a hedge, positioning the state as a digital asset leader.
