A Very Bitcoin Christmas
Bitcoin hits new all-time high as institutional FOMO surges, with Donald Trump proposing a strategic reserve for the U.S. #Update #Crypto @BitcoinMagazine ↗ (+9)
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Kenya Partners With Marathon To Monetize Underused Energy By Mining
Kenya partners with Marathon Digital to harness surplus geothermal energy for Bitcoin mining, signed in May 2024. This move aims to boost the economy and promote energy efficiency. #CryptoNews #BitcoinMining
Michael Saylor And Quote the Raven: The Conundrum of Central Planning
Michael Saylor predicts Bitcoin’s rise amid hyperinflation, likening it to fine art for its scarcity and value. Warns internal risks from developers. #Bitcoin #CryptoNews
Spot Bitcoin ETFs See Straight 9 Days of Inflows
U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs saw nine straight days of record inflows, totaling $107.91M, led by BlackRock’s IBIT with $89M, highlighting bitcoin’s growing institutional legitimacy. #BitcoinETFs
SEC Approves Spot Ethereum ETFs
The SEC’s approval of the first spot Ethereum ETFs on May 23, 2024, marks a historic leap for crypto, offering direct ETH investment, reflecting a more crypto-friendly regulatory future.
Bitcoin and Wall Street: Insights from Alex Thorn of Galaxy Digital
Alex Thorn highlights Bitcoin’s evolution at the MicroStrategy World conference, noting its acceptance by Wall Street and corporations, and the pivotal role of spot Bitcoin ETFs in legitimizing its investment status.
The Wrong Lessons of Pizza Day
In “The Wrong Lessons of Pizza Day” by Jimmy Song, the first Bitcoin transaction for two pizzas (10,000 BTC) showcases early crypto value and warns against short-term wealth focus, emphasizing long-term Bitcoin conviction.
White House Eager To Work With Congress On Crypto Framework Bill
The Biden Administration shows support for the Financial Innovation and Technology Act 21, aiming to regulate digital assets, a major step for U.S. crypto leadership.
OP_CAT and the Infinite Nothing
Exploring OP_CAT’s re-enablement in Bitcoin could revolutionize transaction scripting by enabling complex validations, enhancing network functionality without risking miner centralization or forks.
Bitcoin ETPs Get Approval to List on the London Stock Exchange
The UK’s FCA approves WisdomTree’s $111 billion asset manager to list Bitcoin and Ethereum ETPs on London Stock Exchange from May 28, 2024, showcasing significant regulatory shift and institutional acceptance of cryptocurrency investments.
America’s First Bitcoin President: Trump Now Accepts Crypto Donations
President Donald Trump announced his 2024 campaign will be the first U.S. presidential campaign to accept Bitcoin donations. This landmark decision showcases Trump’s Bitcoin-friendly stance, contrasting with critics like President Biden and Senator Warren, and highlights the growing influence of digital currencies in American politics.
Running The Self-Sovereign Bitcoin Business
Ledger Enterprise supports businesses with up to $150 million USD in insurance protection against theft or loss, reinforcing its commitment to security in the digital financial landscape.
Dismantling The Cash-flow Narrative: Real Estate vs. Bitcoin
“The article reveals that since abandoning the gold standard in 1971, house prices have surged by approximately 1,700%, mirroring M2 money supply growth, showcasing significant inflation effects on real estate investment, now challenged by bitcoin’s emergence as a superior wealth preservation method.”
Ecash Makes Bitcoin (And Fiat) Private With Calle’s Cashu
In October 2022, developer “Calle” unveiled Cashu, a novel ecash protocol enhancing privacy in digital transactions by combining Bitcoin’s transparency with the anonymity of Chaumian ecash. Cashu facilitates private, peer-to-peer exchanges without a central ledger, marking a significant leap in financial privacy.