Focuses exclusively on news and developments pertaining to Bitcoin, the first and most prominent cryptocurrency.
BNY Mellon ($BK) secures SEC approval for Bitcoin custody services, exempt from SAB 121 regulations. This move could entice more traditional financial institutions to step into the crypto market, signaling a potential growth in institutional investment.
MicroStrategy acquires 7,420 BTC for $458M, bringing total holdings to 252,220 BTC valued at $9.9B. Unrealized profit reaches $5.9B. The company’s strategic investment reflects confidence in Bitcoin’s long-term potential and influences institutional investment trends.
XRP ($XRP) could reach $2 if Bitcoin ($BTC) rallies to $100K-$150K, boosted by the nearing conclusion of the Ripple vs. SEC lawsuit. Ripple CEO @bgarlinghouse and CLO @s_alderoty believe the case is effectively over, enhancing investor confidence.
Bitcoin ($BTC) surged over 9% after Donald Trump made a $1,000 crypto payment at a New York bar. This marks the first time a US president has used Bitcoin, generating significant market buzz.
Seattle-Tacoma Airport hit by Rhysida ransomware; hackers demand 100 BTC ($6.4M). Airport management refuses to pay, focusing on restoring systems. FBI investigating. South Korean researchers offer free decryption tool, highlighting need for stronger cybersecurity.
250 BTC worth $15.8M transferred from five dormant addresses after 15 years, coinciding with a Bitcoin price surge to $63,300. The transfers occurred alongside a 9% weekly value increase, sparking intrigue over the mysterious ownership.
Five dormant Bitcoin wallets from 2009 moved 250 BTC worth $15.9M, coinciding with $BTC reaching $64K. This reactivation could significantly influence market sentiment as $BTC tests the 200-day SMA.
$BTC whale dumps 1.03K BTC worth $64.3M during $63K price surge, sparking selloff concerns. Despite this, $BTC remains resilient, buoyed by positive market trends and a US Fed rate cut. Predictions suggest potential new highs this month.
Ukrainian experts at the IT Ukraine Conference compared crypto tax proposals from the Ministry of Digital Transformation and NSSMC, highlighting the impact on market growth and innovation. Aligning regulations with international standards is key to post-war economic recovery.
Seattle-Tacoma Int’l Airport hit by cyberattack; Rhysida Ransomware Group demands $6M in Bitcoin. FBI leads investigation; airport ops minimally disrupted. Data extent unclear, but some files published on dark web. Airport refuses ransom.
Commerzbank partners with Deutsche Börse’s Crypto Finance to offer $BTC and $ETH trading for corporate clients. This move follows Commerzbank securing a crypto custody license and aims to enhance digital asset services in Germany.
Cencora paid $75M in Bitcoin to the Dark Angels ransomware group, down from $150M. On-chain analyst @zachxbt revealed the transactions, criticizing Cencora’s transparency. The crypto community urges tracking the wallets to recover the funds.
U.S. Bitcoin ETFs saw $186.76M inflows on Sept 17, 2024, while Ethereum ETFs faced $15.11M outflows. ETFs like $HODL and $BTCO gained investor confidence. Hong Kong’s Bitcoin ETFs saw a 39 BTC outflow; Ethereum ETFs remained stable.
Anthony Scaramucci predicts Bitcoin ($BTC) could hit $100K, driven by potential U.S. Fed rate cuts and presidential elections. Recent BTC surge to $60K and increased institutional inflows reflect market optimism. Regulatory changes may support further growth.
