Blockchain Revolutionizes ECB Payment Systems
The European Central Bank is exploring a blockchain-based system for central bank money transactions, aiming to enhance financial market efficiency through innovation. #Update #Crypto (+4) ↗
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Bitcoin: MicroStrategy Halts Purchases Holds 478740
MicroStrategy, now Strategy, paused Bitcoin purchases and share sales last week, maintaining 478,740 BTC holdings worth $31.1 billion. MSTR stock fell to $336. #Update #Crypto $BTC (-3) ↘
Interest Rates: Atlanta Fed Predicts 2025 Cuts
Atlanta Federal Reserve President Raphael Bostic anticipates two interest rate cuts in 2025, citing uncertainty over trade and migration policies under President Trump. #Update #Economy (+3) ↗
Bitcoin Milestone Metaplanet Eyes 10x Growth
@Metaplanet acquires 269.43 $BTC, reaching 2,100 BTC holdings, aiming to 10x by 2026; stock up 75% YTD #Update #Crypto $BTC (+7) ↗
Crypto Regulations: Coinbase CEO Applauds Congress
Congress is advancing new crypto regulations, supported by @coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong, to secure economic freedoms and provide a framework for innovation and consumer protection. #Update #Legal (+4) ↗
Ethereum ETF Staking Nears SEC Approval
The US SEC’s potential approval of Ethereum ETF staking is under review, with @Cboe filing addressing regulatory concerns over transparency and investor protection. #Update #ETF $ETH (+3) ↗
Stablecoins: MiCA Approves 10, Excludes Tether
The European Union approved ten stablecoin issuers under MiCA, excluding @Tether_to’s $USDT, leading to delistings in the EU. #Update #Legal $USDT (-6) ↘
Crypto Surge BTC Hits 97K Mark
Bitcoin ($BTC) reclaims $97K amid market optimism, with altcoins like Ethereum ($ETH), XRP, and Solana ($SOL) also gaining; global crypto market cap rises to $3.2 trillion. #Update #Crypto $BTC (+4) ↗
Bitcoin Boost Bitwise Funds Open Source
@BitwiseInvest donates $150,000 to support Bitcoin open-source development, fulfilling its promise after the Bitwise Bitcoin ETF launch. Funds go to Bitcoin Brink, Open Sats, and HRF. #Update #Crypto $BTC (+3) ↗
SEC Withdraws Dealer Rule Appeal
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has withdrawn its appeal against a court ruling that invalidated its dealer rule expansion, marking a win for the crypto industry. #Update #Legal @SECGov (+4) ↗
Nasdaq Proposes Rule Change for Digital Assets
@Nasdaq proposes new Rule 5712 to reclassify the Hashdex Nasdaq Crypto Index US ETF, enhancing digital asset-based investment opportunities. #Update #ETF $NCIQ (+3) ↗
XRP ETF Launch Approved in Brazil
The Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission approved @Hashdex’s spot $XRP ETF, marking Brazil’s first Ripple ETF. Launch details are pending. #Update #ETF $XRP (+6) ↗
Bitcoin Advocate Lutnick Named Commerce Secretary
Howard Lutnick, former CEO of @CantorFitzgerald, confirmed as US Commerce Secretary, will oversee economic policies and support $BTC integration into finance. #Breaking #Legal $BTC (+8) ↗
SEC Halts Ripple Lawsuit After Coinbase
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) may pause its Ripple lawsuit, following delays in cases against @Coinbase and Binance, indicating a shift in crypto enforcement strategy. #Update #Legal (+4) →