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Utexo Raises $7.5M to Launch Bitcoin-Native USDT Settlement Infrastructure

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Utexo Raises $7.5M to Launch Bitcoin-Native USDT Settlement Infrastructure
Utexo, a start-up building Bitcoin-native stablecoin settlement infrastructure, announced a $7.5 million seed round co-led by Tether.
This post Utexo Raises $7.5M to Launch Bitcoin-Native USDT Settlement Infrastructure first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Kazakhstan’s Central Bank to Channel $350 Million of Reserves into Crypto and Bitcoin  Investments

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Kazakhstan’s Central Bank to Channel $350 Million of Reserves into Crypto and Bitcoin  Investments
Kazakhstan’s central bank will invest $350 million from reserves in crypto-related companies and funds.
This post Kazakhstan’s Central Bank to Channel $350 Million of Reserves into Crypto and Bitcoin  Investments first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Russia Considers Simplified Licensing Path for Bank-Run Crypto Exchanges

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Russia Considers Simplified Licensing Path for Bank-Run Crypto Exchanges
Russia’s central bank is weighing a plan that would allow banks and brokerage firms to operate cryptocurrency exchanges through a simplified licensing pathway tied to their existing financial permits, according to remarks from Governor Elvira Nabiullina. Under the proposal, financial institutions could obtain authorization to run crypto trading platforms through a “notification process,” rather than
This post Russia Considers Simplified Licensing Path for Bank-Run Crypto Exchanges first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Strike Secures New York BitLicense, Opening Bitcoin Financial Services to State Residents

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Strike Secures New York BitLicense, Opening Bitcoin Financial Services to State Residents
Strike, founded by Jack Mallers, received both a BitLicense and a money transmitter license from the New York State Department of Financial Services.
This post Strike Secures New York BitLicense, Opening Bitcoin Financial Services to State Residents first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

The Core Issue: Consensus Cleanup

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The Core Issue: Consensus Cleanup
From The Core Issue: A look at BIP 54, a softfork proposal to fix four outstanding bugs in Bitcoin’s core consensus protocol.
This post The Core Issue: Consensus Cleanup first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Antoine Poinsot.

Solo Satoshi Launches Bitaxe Turbo Touch, an Open-Source Touchscreen Bitcoin Miner

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Solo Satoshi Launches Bitaxe Turbo Touch, an Open-Source Touchscreen Bitcoin Miner
Houston-based Solo Satoshi announced the launch of the Bitaxe Turbo Touch, a compact device designed for hobbyists and home miners.
This post Solo Satoshi Launches Bitaxe Turbo Touch, an Open-Source Touchscreen Bitcoin Miner first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Mike Selig Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker

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Mike Selig Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker
Mike Selig, Chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission and one of the most consequential figures in American crypto regulation, has been officially confirmed as a speaker at Bitcoin 2026 — bringing the voice of Washington’s most Bitcoin-forward regulatory agency to the world’s largest Bitcoin conference in Las Vegas. Confirmed by the U.S. Senate
This post Mike Selig Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Jenna Montgomery.

Crypto Legislation Stalls in Washington as Banks, White House Clash Over Stablecoin Yields

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Crypto Legislation Stalls in Washington as Banks, White House Clash Over Stablecoin Yields
U.S. crypto legislation has hit a fresh impasse after major banks rejected a compromise brokered by the White House.
This post Crypto Legislation Stalls in Washington as Banks, White House Clash Over Stablecoin Yields first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

U.S. Federal Contractor’s Son Arrested in $46 Million Theft of Seized Government Crypto

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U.S. Federal Contractor’s Son Arrested in $46 Million Theft of Seized Government Crypto
John Daghita, a U.S. government contractor accused of stealing more than $46 million in crypto from the U.S., was arrested last night.
This post U.S. Federal Contractor’s Son Arrested in $46 Million Theft of Seized Government Crypto first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

American Bitcoin Expands Treasury to 6,500 BTC as Eric Trump Accuses Big Banks of Lobbying Against Crypto

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American Bitcoin Expands Treasury to 6,500 BTC as Eric Trump Accuses Big Banks of Lobbying Against Crypto
American Bitcoin added more than 6,500 Bitcoin, placing the firm among the largest publicly traded holders of the digital asset as it continues to scale its mining operations.
This post American Bitcoin Expands Treasury to 6,500 BTC as Eric Trump Accuses Big Banks of Lobbying Against Crypto first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

NYSE Parent Company ICE Invests in Crypto Exchange OKX at $25 Billion Valuation

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NYSE Parent Company ICE Invests in Crypto Exchange OKX at $25 Billion Valuation
Intercontinental Exchange, the parent company of the New York Stock Exchange, has made a strategic investment in crypto exchange OKX.
This post NYSE Parent Company ICE Invests in Crypto Exchange OKX at $25 Billion Valuation first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Crypto Firm Zerohash is Seeking US National Trust Bank Charter

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Crypto Firm Zerohash is Seeking US National Trust Bank Charter
Digital asset infrastructure firm Zerohash has applied for a U.S. national trust bank charter to offer custody, staking, and payment services.
This post Crypto Firm Zerohash is Seeking US National Trust Bank Charter first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Satlantis Emerges as Bitcoin-Native Alternative to Luma for Real-World Events

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Satlantis Emerges as Bitcoin-Native Alternative to Luma for Real-World Events
Satlantis positions itself as the direct Bitcoin-native alternative to Luma, embedding Lightning wallets for instant BTC payments, Nostr integration for portable data, and just 2% fees—outpacing Luma’s rumored Solana ties and higher costs.
This post Satlantis Emerges as Bitcoin-Native Alternative to Luma for Real-World Events first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

Bitwise to Donate $233,000 to Bitcoin Open-Source Developers

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Bitwise to Donate $233,000 to Bitcoin Open-Source Developers
Bitwise said it will be contributing $233,000 to support the programmers who maintain and secure the Bitcoin network. 
This post Bitwise to Donate $233,000 to Bitcoin Open-Source Developers first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Standard Chartered Named Custodian for TP ICAP’s Fusion Digital Assets

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Standard Chartered Named Custodian for TP ICAP’s Fusion Digital Assets
Standard Chartered has been appointed digital asset custodian and settlement agent for TP ICAP’s Fusion Digital Assets platform.
This post Standard Chartered Named Custodian for TP ICAP’s Fusion Digital Assets first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Strategy (MSTR), Coinbase (COIN) Surge as Bitcoin Pumps Near $73,000 

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Strategy (MSTR), Coinbase (COIN) Surge as Bitcoin Pumps Near $73,000 
Shares of Strategy, Inc. (MSTR) and Coinbase (COIN) jumped on Wednesday, marking a sharp rebound for the Bitcoin proxies after months of losses. 
This post Strategy (MSTR), Coinbase (COIN) Surge as Bitcoin Pumps Near $73,000  first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

President Trump Meets With Coinbase’s Brian Armstrong, Then Blasts Banks Over Stalled Crypto Legislation

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President Trump Meets With Coinbase’s Brian Armstrong, Then Blasts Banks Over Stalled Crypto Legislation
Trump met with Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong before criticizing banks for blocking progress on U.S. crypto legislation.
This post President Trump Meets With Coinbase’s Brian Armstrong, Then Blasts Banks Over Stalled Crypto Legislation first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Price Soars to $73,000 as ETFs Help Stabilize Markets Amid Middle East Tensions

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Bitcoin Price Soars to $73,000 as ETFs Help Stabilize Markets Amid Middle East Tensions
Bitcoin price rebounds from months of losses as institutional demand, defensive trading, and moderation in long-term outflows support the market.
This post Bitcoin Price Soars to $73,000 as ETFs Help Stabilize Markets Amid Middle East Tensions first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Morgan Stanley Will Use Coinbase and BNY to Power Its New Bitcoin ETF

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Morgan Stanley Will Use Coinbase and BNY to Power Its New Bitcoin ETF
Morgan Stanley moves closer to launching a regulated Bitcoin ETF with Coinbase and BNY handling custody and administration.
This post Morgan Stanley Will Use Coinbase and BNY to Power Its New Bitcoin ETF first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Kraken Secures Federal Reserve Master Account, Marking First Ever for Crypto Firms

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Kraken Secures Federal Reserve Master Account, Marking First Ever for Crypto Firms
Kraken becomes the first crypto-native firm to secure a Federal Reserve master account, gaining direct access to the U.S. central bank’s core payment rails.
This post Kraken Secures Federal Reserve Master Account, Marking First Ever for Crypto Firms first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Former LAPD Officer Convicted in $350,000 Bitcoin Kidnapping and Home Invasion

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Former LAPD Officer Convicted in $350,000 Bitcoin Kidnapping and Home Invasion
A jury in Los Angeles convicted former Los Angeles Police Department officer Eric Halem of kidnapping and robbery after he and three alleged accomplices posed as police to steal $350,000 in bitcoin from a 17-year-old during a 2024 home invasion.
This post Former LAPD Officer Convicted in $350,000 Bitcoin Kidnapping and Home Invasion first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Is The Collateral, It Just Needs The Credit Markets

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Bitcoin Is The Collateral, It Just Needs The Credit Markets
An deep look at the landscape of Bitcoin collateralized loans, and the cutting edge of technology that could rock the boat.
This post Bitcoin Is The Collateral, It Just Needs The Credit Markets first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by David Seroy.

Arthur Hayes Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker

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Arthur Hayes Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker
Arthur Hayes, one of the most provocative and incisive minds in Bitcoin, has been officially confirmed as a speaker at Bitcoin 2026, returning to the world’s largest Bitcoin conference to deliver his signature blend of macroeconomic analysis, geopolitical insight, and unfiltered conviction on where the global financial system is headed — and why Bitcoin is
This post Arthur Hayes Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Jenna Montgomery.

The Core Issue: Why Bitcoin Needed A Remodel With Segwit and Taproot

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The Core Issue: Why Bitcoin Needed A Remodel With Segwit and Taproot
From The Core Issue: A look back at Segregated Witness and Taproot, Bitcoin’s two largest upgrades, and why they were designed the way they were.
This post The Core Issue: Why Bitcoin Needed A Remodel With Segwit and Taproot first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Shinobi.

AI Agents Show Strong Preference for Bitcoin Over Fiat, BPI Study Finds

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AI Agents Show Strong Preference for Bitcoin Over Fiat, BPI Study Finds
AI agents prefer Bitcoin as a store of value and stablecoins for payments, rejecting traditional fiat in controlled monetary experiments.
This post AI Agents Show Strong Preference for Bitcoin Over Fiat, BPI Study Finds first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Paraguay Exploring Using Seized Miners for State-Run Bitcoin Operation

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Paraguay Exploring Using Seized Miners for State-Run Bitcoin Operation
Paraguay’s state utility is teaming up with Morphware to turn 30,000 seized miners into the country’s first government-run Bitcoin operation.
This post Paraguay Exploring Using Seized Miners for State-Run Bitcoin Operation first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Iran Bitcoin Outflows Surge After US-Israel Airstrikes, On-Chain Data Shows

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Iran Bitcoin Outflows Surge After US-Israel Airstrikes, On-Chain Data Shows
Following the U.S.-Israeli airstrikes in Tehran, Iranian crypto activity surged, with $10.3 million in bitcoin flowing out of exchanges as citizens sought to preserve value amid financial collapse.
This post Iran Bitcoin Outflows Surge After US-Israel Airstrikes, On-Chain Data Shows first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Tether and Lugano Launch Plan ₿ Phase II, Targeting Global Leadership in Digital Infrastructure

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Tether and Lugano Launch Plan ₿ Phase II, Targeting Global Leadership in Digital Infrastructure
Tether and Lugano are driving the future of digital cities with Plan ₿ Phase II, building resilient blockchain-powered infrastructure for global impact.
This post Tether and Lugano Launch Plan ₿ Phase II, Targeting Global Leadership in Digital Infrastructure first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

These Two Bitcoin Miners are Getting Ready to Sell Their Bitcoin

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These Two Bitcoin Miners are Getting Ready to Sell Their Bitcoin
Two major Bitcoin miners, MARA Holdings and Core Scientific, are shifting strategies to sell portions of their bitcoin holdings as they pivot toward AI and high-performance computing operations.
This post These Two Bitcoin Miners are Getting Ready to Sell Their Bitcoin first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Digital Credit: Strategy World Research Note For Institutions, Corporations, and Operators 

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Digital Credit: Strategy World Research Note For Institutions, Corporations, and Operators 
I went to Strategy World last week. On the Bitcoin side, this conference might as well have been called “Stretch World.” STRC (Strategy Variable Rate Perpetual Stretch Preferred Shares) was the main item of discussion. SATA, another variable rate digital credit instrument issued by Strive, was also frequently mentioned.  Here are my thoughts, mainly addressed
This post Digital Credit: Strategy World Research Note For Institutions, Corporations, and Operators  first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Allard Peng.

As Bombs Fall on Tehran, Iran’s Crypto Lifeline Lights Up

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As Bombs Fall on Tehran, Iran’s Crypto Lifeline Lights Up
As airstrikes hit Tehran, Iranians turned to bitcoin and other crypto as a financial lifeline.
This post As Bombs Fall on Tehran, Iran’s Crypto Lifeline Lights Up first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

St. Cloud Financial Credit Union Rolls Out Core-Integrated Digital Asset Platform for Members

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St. Cloud Financial Credit Union Rolls Out Core-Integrated Digital Asset Platform for Members
St. Cloud Financial Credit Union launched a platform that lets members hold and manage digital assets like Bitcoin while keeping control, data, and governance within the credit union.
This post St. Cloud Financial Credit Union Rolls Out Core-Integrated Digital Asset Platform for Members first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Cake Wallet Launches Bitcoin Lightning Network Support With Full Self-Custody and Privacy Defaults

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Cake Wallet Launches Bitcoin Lightning Network Support With Full Self-Custody and Privacy Defaults
Cake Wallet has rolled out Bitcoin Lightning Network integration using Breez SDK and a privacy-focused Spark implementation, enabling instant payments while keeping users in full self-custody and limiting on-chain visibility.
This post Cake Wallet Launches Bitcoin Lightning Network Support With Full Self-Custody and Privacy Defaults first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

Bitcoin Price Pumps 7% in Early Trading to Over $70,000

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Bitcoin Price Pumps 7% in Early Trading to Over $70,000
The bitcoin price pumped sharply from the mid‑$65,000 range to above $70,000 earlier today.
This post Bitcoin Price Pumps 7% in Early Trading to Over $70,000 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

ProCap Financial (BRR) Buys 450 Bitcoin and Doubles Down on NAV-Accretive Strategy

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ProCap Financial (BRR) Buys 450 Bitcoin and Doubles Down on NAV-Accretive Strategy
ProCap Financial, Inc. continued its twin strategic thrusts this week with the acquisition of 450 Bitcoin, bringing its total holdings to 5,457 BTC and lowering its average cost basis per coin, the company announced.  The aggressive accumulation comes as Bitcoin trades near $65,000, presenting what management views as a long-term buying opportunity amid broader market
This post ProCap Financial (BRR) Buys 450 Bitcoin and Doubles Down on NAV-Accretive Strategy first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

DCTRL Vancouver: Iconic Bitcoin Hackerspace Closes Downtown Location After 12 Years Due to Zoning Changes

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DCTRL Vancouver: Iconic Bitcoin Hackerspace Closes Downtown Location After 12 Years Due to Zoning Changes
After over a decade as a volunteer-run hackerspace sustaining Bitcoin innovation through events, the Bepsi machine, and community donations, DCTRL announces its physical closure as they prepare a new location.
This post DCTRL Vancouver: Iconic Bitcoin Hackerspace Closes Downtown Location After 12 Years Due to Zoning Changes first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

Senate Democrats Press DOJ, Treasury to Probe Binance Over Trump Ties, Iran Sanctions Allegations

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Senate Democrats Press DOJ, Treasury to Probe Binance Over Trump Ties, Iran Sanctions Allegations
Senate Democrats are urging the DOJ and Treasury to investigate Binance over ties to Iran sanctions violations.
This post Senate Democrats Press DOJ, Treasury to Probe Binance Over Trump Ties, Iran Sanctions Allegations first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Sora Ventures-Backed Bitplanet Reaches 300 Bitcoin, Ranks Among Asia’s Top 20 Corporate Holders

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Sora Ventures-Backed Bitplanet Reaches 300 Bitcoin, Ranks Among Asia’s Top 20 Corporate Holders
Bitplanet now owns 300 bitcoin through its structured purchase program, positioning the South Korea-listed company among the top 20 corporate Bitcoin holders in Asia.
This post Sora Ventures-Backed Bitplanet Reaches 300 Bitcoin, Ranks Among Asia’s Top 20 Corporate Holders first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

U.S. Government Seizes Over $580 Million in Crypto Linked to Southeast Asian Scams

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U.S. Government Seizes Over $580 Million in Crypto Linked to Southeast Asian Scams
U.S. authorities have seized over $580 million in cryptocurrency linked to Southeast Asian “pig butchering” scams.
This post U.S. Government Seizes Over $580 Million in Crypto Linked to Southeast Asian Scams first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

MARA Holdings (MARA) Stock Jumps After $1.71B Loss as Firm Pivots to AI Data Centers

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MARA Holdings (MARA) Stock Jumps After $1.71B Loss as Firm Pivots to AI Data Centers
Shares of MARA Holdings climbed on Friday, even after the Bitcoin miner reported a $1.71 billion net loss for the fourth quarter.
This post MARA Holdings (MARA) Stock Jumps After $1.71B Loss as Firm Pivots to AI Data Centers first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Paul Atkins Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker

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Paul Atkins Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker
Paul Atkins, the sitting Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and one of the most consequential figures in American financial regulation, has been officially confirmed as a speaker at Bitcoin 2026 — marking the first time in history that a sitting SEC Chair has been invited to the world’s largest Bitcoin conference. Appointed
This post Paul Atkins Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Jenna Montgomery.

The Core Issue: libsecp256k1, Bitcoin’s Cryptographic Heart

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The Core Issue: libsecp256k1, Bitcoin’s Cryptographic Heart
From The Core Issue: The story of what started out as a “small hobby project” library, evolving into one of the most security-critical code paths for protecting a
multi-trillion dollar asset.
This post The Core Issue: libsecp256k1, Bitcoin’s Cryptographic Heart first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Sebastian Falbesoner.

Citi to Integrate Bitcoin with Traditional Finance, Launch Custody Services

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Citi to Integrate Bitcoin with Traditional Finance, Launch Custody Services
Citi plans to introduce infrastructure that integrates Bitcoin into its banking systems, a bank executive said.
This post Citi to Integrate Bitcoin with Traditional Finance, Launch Custody Services first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Indiana Approves Bitcoin Investments in Public Retirement Plans

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Indiana Approves Bitcoin Investments in Public Retirement Plans
Indiana lawmakers approved Bitcoin and crypto ETFs for public retirement and savings plans.
This post Indiana Approves Bitcoin Investments in Public Retirement Plans first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin ETFs Post Half a Billion in Inflows as BTC Rebounds Above $69,000

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Bitcoin ETFs Post Half a Billion in Inflows as BTC Rebounds Above $69,000
U.S. spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds recorded $506.5 million in net inflows yesterday, the largest single-day total in three weeks.
This post Bitcoin ETFs Post Half a Billion in Inflows as BTC Rebounds Above $69,000 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Trump-Linked American Bitcoin (ABTC) Posts $59M Q4 Loss as Bitcoin Slump Hits Treasury Holdings

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Trump-Linked American Bitcoin (ABTC) Posts $59M Q4 Loss as Bitcoin Slump Hits Treasury Holdings
American Bitcoin Corp. (Nasdaq: ABTC), a Trump family-linked mining company based in Miami, reported a $59 million fourth-quarter net loss after a 23% drop in bitcoin’s price triggered a $227 million non-cash mark-to-market charge
This post Trump-Linked American Bitcoin (ABTC) Posts $59M Q4 Loss as Bitcoin Slump Hits Treasury Holdings first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Growing Creative Literacy in the Age of Bitcoin: A Conversation with Bruce Barone Jr. of BrainSprout

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Growing Creative Literacy in the Age of Bitcoin: A Conversation with Bruce Barone Jr. of BrainSprout
Teaching the Next Generation to Decode Symbols, Resist Manipulation, and Think Independently.
This post Growing Creative Literacy in the Age of Bitcoin: A Conversation with Bruce Barone Jr. of BrainSprout first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Dennis Koch.

Discord Wants Your Face, Here’s Why You Should Say No

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Discord Wants Your Face, Here’s Why You Should Say No
“Concentrated power is not rendered harmless by the good intentions of those who create it.” – Milton Friedman Discord’s move to require age verification through facial recognition and ID scans arrives wrapped in the language of protection. But it’s actually a blueprint for something more troubling: normalizing surveillance in the name of safety. There’s no real way to
This post Discord Wants Your Face, Here’s Why You Should Say No first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Rod.

Morgan Stanley Has Future Plans for Bitcoin Trading, Lending, and Custody

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Morgan Stanley Has Future Plans for Bitcoin Trading, Lending, and Custody
Morgan Stanley said at Strategy World that it plans to expand its digital asset offerings, including launching a native crypto custody and exchange solution.
This post Morgan Stanley Has Future Plans for Bitcoin Trading, Lending, and Custody first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Price Roars Over 7% to $69,000 as Market Tests Post-Capitulation Range

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Bitcoin Price Roars Over 7% to $69,000 as Market Tests Post-Capitulation Range
Bitcoin price climbed more than 8% today, pushing above $69,000 and marking one of its strongest daily moves during months of sell-offs.
This post Bitcoin Price Roars Over 7% to $69,000 as Market Tests Post-Capitulation Range first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

GD Culture (GDC) Shares Surge as Board Approves Bitcoin Sale to Fund $100M Buyback

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GD Culture (GDC) Shares Surge as Board Approves Bitcoin Sale to Fund $100M Buyback
Shares of GD Culture Group ( GDC) surged nearly 15% Wednesday after the company’s board approved the sale of its 7,500 bitcoin.
This post GD Culture (GDC) Shares Surge as Board Approves Bitcoin Sale to Fund $100M Buyback first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Strategy (MSTR) Becomes Most-Shorted $25B+ Stock, Shares Surge 8%

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Strategy (MSTR) Becomes Most-Shorted $25B+ Stock, Shares Surge 8%
Strategy (MSTR) surged on Wall Street after bitcoin’s rally, despite holding the largest short interest — about 14% of its $41.6 B market cap — among $25 B+ global equities.
This post Strategy (MSTR) Becomes Most-Shorted $25B+ Stock, Shares Surge 8% first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

U.S. Treasury Sanctions Russian Exploit Broker Over Crypto-Funded Cyber Theft

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U.S. Treasury Sanctions Russian Exploit Broker Over Crypto-Funded Cyber Theft
The U.S. Treasury sanctioned a Russian network for buying stolen government cyber tools with crypto and reselling them, the first action under the Protecting American Intellectual Property Act.
This post U.S. Treasury Sanctions Russian Exploit Broker Over Crypto-Funded Cyber Theft first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Michael Saylor Confirmed As A Speaker For Bitcoin 2026

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Michael Saylor Confirmed As A Speaker For Bitcoin 2026
Bitcoin Magazine readers can save 10% on tickets to Bitcoin 2026, featuring Michael Saylor and hundreds of global leaders across Bitcoin, finance, mining, energy, and policy. April 27–29 at The Venetian, Las Vegas.
This post Michael Saylor Confirmed As A Speaker For Bitcoin 2026 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Jenna Montgomery.

Numo Launches Bitcoin Tap-to-Pay App for Merchants, Powered by Cashu

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Numo Launches Bitcoin Tap-to-Pay App for Merchants, Powered by Cashu
Numo has launched a free, open-source Android tap-to-pay app powered by Cashu that lets merchants accept Bitcoin via NFC and Lightning with no extra hardware or platform fees.
This post Numo Launches Bitcoin Tap-to-Pay App for Merchants, Powered by Cashu first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Solo Miner Turns $75 into $200,000 Bitcoin Block Reward Using Rented Hashrate

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Solo Miner Turns $75 into $200,000 Bitcoin Block Reward Using Rented Hashrate
A solo miner turned $75 in rented hashpower into a $200,000 Bitcoin block reward, defying steep odds in a rare, lottery-like win.
This post Solo Miner Turns $75 into $200,000 Bitcoin Block Reward Using Rented Hashrate first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

The Core Issue: Keeping Bitcoin Core Secure

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The Core Issue: Keeping Bitcoin Core Secure
From The Core Issue: a look at how Bitcoin Core handles security vulnerability disclosures, testing for bugs, and patching them.
This post The Core Issue: Keeping Bitcoin Core Secure first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Niklas Gögge.

Bitcoin Miner Canaan Acquires Cipher’s Stake in Texas Mining Projects, Expands AI and Power Strategy

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Bitcoin Miner Canaan Acquires Cipher’s Stake in Texas Mining Projects, Expands AI and Power Strategy
Canaan (CAN) acquired Cipher Mining’s 49% stake in three West Texas mining projects for $39.75 million in shares, giving Cipher a significant equity stake in Canaan.
This post Bitcoin Miner Canaan Acquires Cipher’s Stake in Texas Mining Projects, Expands AI and Power Strategy first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Price Drifts Lower to $60,000 as Market Signals Wane, Traders Eye Support Levels

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Bitcoin Price Drifts Lower to $60,000 as Market Signals Wane, Traders Eye Support Levels
The Bitcoin price has continued its multi-week correction, dipping below critical psychological and technical levels as traders weigh economic pressures.
This post Bitcoin Price Drifts Lower to $60,000 as Market Signals Wane, Traders Eye Support Levels first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Michigan Introduces Bill to Allow State Employees to Be Paid in Bitcoin

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Michigan Introduces Bill to Allow State Employees to Be Paid in Bitcoin
Michigan introduced legislation that would allow classified state civil service employees to receive their wages in Bitcoin.
This post Michigan Introduces Bill to Allow State Employees to Be Paid in Bitcoin first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Coinbase Launches 24/5 Stock and ETF Trading for All U.S. Users, Expanding Beyond Crypto

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Coinbase Launches 24/5 Stock and ETF Trading for All U.S. Users, Expanding Beyond Crypto
Coinbase has launched 24/5 commission-free stock and ETF trading for all U.S. users, expanding beyond crypto in a bid to become an “everything exchange” and diversify revenue.
This post Coinbase Launches 24/5 Stock and ETF Trading for All U.S. Users, Expanding Beyond Crypto first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Weekly Close Weakens: $65,650 Support Fails, $60,000 Next Major Test

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Bitcoin Weekly Close Weakens: $65,650 Support Fails, $60,000 Next Major Test
Technical indicators turn bearish on daily charts as Bitcoin loses key support; analysts warn of potential slide to $53,000 or lower if $57,800 weekly close fails.
This post Bitcoin Weekly Close Weakens: $65,650 Support Fails, $60,000 Next Major Test first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Ethan Greene – Feral Analysis.

Crypto.com Receives Conditional Approval for U.S. National Trust Bank Charter

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Crypto.com Receives Conditional Approval for U.S. National Trust Bank Charter
Crypto.com has received conditional approval from the OCC to establish a national trust bank, allowing it to offer federally regulated digital-asset custody, staking, and trade settlement services once fully authorized.
This post Crypto.com Receives Conditional Approval for U.S. National Trust Bank Charter first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

From 40 Meetups a Month to Nationwide Freedom: Bitcoin Indonesia’s Real-Life Comeback

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From 40 Meetups a Month to Nationwide Freedom: Bitcoin Indonesia’s Real-Life Comeback
Boasting 40 meetups a month and a broad estimated community of 55,000 bitcoiners, the Bitcoin Indonesia ecosystem might be one of the most active and successful Bitcoin adoption stories in the world today.  Indonesia is a nation made up of 17,000 islands with over 380 different tribes and cultures. The nation, located between Australia and
This post From 40 Meetups a Month to Nationwide Freedom: Bitcoin Indonesia’s Real-Life Comeback first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

French Energy Giant Engie Eyes Bitcoin Mining at Brazil Mega Solar Project

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French Energy Giant Engie Eyes Bitcoin Mining at Brazil Mega Solar Project
Engie is considering adding battery storage or bitcoin mining data centers to its 895-MW Assu Sol solar plant in Brazil.
This post French Energy Giant Engie Eyes Bitcoin Mining at Brazil Mega Solar Project first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Strategy (MSTR) Makes 100th Bitcoin Purchase, Adds 592 BTC as Bitcoin Price Falls

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Strategy (MSTR) Makes 100th Bitcoin Purchase, Adds 592 BTC as Bitcoin Price Falls
Strategy completed its 100th Bitcoin purchase since 2020, acquiring 592 BTC for $39.8M at an average of $67,286 per coin.
This post Strategy (MSTR) Makes 100th Bitcoin Purchase, Adds 592 BTC as Bitcoin Price Falls first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Missouri Advances Second Attempt to Establish State Bitcoin Reserve

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Missouri Advances Second Attempt to Establish State Bitcoin Reserve
House Bill 2080, introduced by Missouri Rep. Ben Keathley, would create a state ‘Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Fund’ that would allow the treasurer to acquire and manage bitcoin under set guidelines.
This post Missouri Advances Second Attempt to Establish State Bitcoin Reserve first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitdeer (BTDR) Dumps Bitcoin Treasury After Eight-Week Drawdown, Holds Zero BTC

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Bitdeer (BTDR) Dumps Bitcoin Treasury After Eight-Week Drawdown, Holds Zero BTC
Bitdeer has fully liquidated its corporate bitcoin treasury — selling all newly mined and reserve BTC over eight weeks, including 943.1 BTC in a single week.
This post Bitdeer (BTDR) Dumps Bitcoin Treasury After Eight-Week Drawdown, Holds Zero BTC first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Price Crashes Below $65,000, Drops 5% in 2 Hours Amid Six-Week Slump

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Bitcoin Price Crashes Below $65,000, Drops 5% in 2 Hours Amid Six-Week Slump
Bitcoin price fell more than 5% on Sunday evening, dropping below $65,000, with most of the decline occurring within just two hours.
This post Bitcoin Price Crashes Below $65,000, Drops 5% in 2 Hours Amid Six-Week Slump first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Nakamoto Inc. ($NAKA) Completes Acquisition of BTC Inc. and UTXO Management

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Nakamoto Inc. ($NAKA) Completes Acquisition of BTC Inc. and UTXO Management
Nakamoto Inc. (NASDAQ: NAKA) announced today that it has completed its acquisitions of BTC Inc. and UTXO Management GP, LLC (“UTXO”), finalizing merger agreements previously announced earlier this month.
This post Nakamoto Inc. ($NAKA) Completes Acquisition of BTC Inc. and UTXO Management first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Nik and Micah Zimmerman.

The Core Issue: Cluster Mempool, Problems Are Easier In Chunks

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The Core Issue: Cluster Mempool, Problems Are Easier In Chunks
From The Core Issue: A look at Cluster Mempool, a rearchitecting of how your node’s mempool is organized and managed.
This post The Core Issue: Cluster Mempool, Problems Are Easier In Chunks first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Shinobi.

Bitcoin Pops After Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Tariffs

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Bitcoin Pops After Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Tariffs
The Supreme Court on Friday struck down Trump’s global tariffs, ruling 6-3 that he exceeded his emergency powers.
This post Bitcoin Pops After Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Tariffs first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin’s 50% Slide: Quantum Scare or Capital Rotation?

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Bitcoin’s 50% Slide: Quantum Scare or Capital Rotation?
Bitcoin’s massive slide from its October high near $126,000 to about $67,000 has sparked debate over whether fears of quantum computing pose a real threat to the network’s cryptography or whether the downturn is better explained by shifting capital flows.
This post Bitcoin’s 50% Slide: Quantum Scare or Capital Rotation? first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Fed’s Kashkari: Crypto “Utterly Useless,” Stablecoins No Match for Venmo

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Fed’s Kashkari: Crypto “Utterly Useless,” Stablecoins No Match for Venmo
Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis President Neel Kashkari delivered another pointed criticism of crypto today.
This post Fed’s Kashkari: Crypto “Utterly Useless,” Stablecoins No Match for Venmo first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Senator Warren Urges Treasury and Fed Not to Bail Out Crypto Billionaires Saylor and CZ Amid Bitcoin Slide

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Senator Warren Urges Treasury and Fed Not to Bail Out Crypto Billionaires Saylor and CZ Amid Bitcoin Slide
Sen. Elizabeth Warren urged the Treasury Department and the Federal Reserve to rule out any taxpayer-funded intervention to stabilize Bitcoin.
This post Senator Warren Urges Treasury and Fed Not to Bail Out Crypto Billionaires Saylor and CZ Amid Bitcoin Slide first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.