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AI Pivot Won’t Save Everyone, Wintermute Tells Bitcoin Miners

Bitcoin Magazine AI Pivot Won’t Save Everyone, Wintermute Tells Bitcoin Miners Bitcoin miners are facing historically low margins and are responding by pivoting some operations to AI infrastructure. This post AI Pivot Won’t Save Everyone, Wintermute Tells Bitcoin Miners first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

South African Eskom Considering Discount Power for Bitcoin Miners as Solar Creates Surplus

Bitcoin Magazine South African Eskom Considering Discount Power for Bitcoin Miners as Solar Creates Surplus South African Eskom is considering selling discounted daytime electricity to Bitcoin mining companies amid a rooftop solar surplus. This post South African Eskom Considering Discount Power for Bitcoin Miners as Solar Creates Surplus first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Price Reclaims $73,000 as War Shakes Markets, Outperforming Gold and Stocks

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Reclaims $73,000 as War Shakes Markets, Outperforming Gold and Stocks Bitcoin price climbed to $73,000 and outperformed gold, silver, and major U.S. stock indexes as rising oil prices and escalating Middle East conflict shook global markets. This post Bitcoin Price Reclaims $73,000 as War Shakes Markets, Outperforming Gold and Stocks first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Strategy (MSTR) Bought Over 4,000 Bitcoin Today via STRC As Strong Week Continues

Bitcoin Magazine Strategy (MSTR) Bought Over 4,000 Bitcoin Today via STRC As Strong Week Continues Strategy appears to have purchased more than 4,100 bitcoin on Thursday via STRC. This post Strategy (MSTR) Bought Over 4,000 Bitcoin Today via STRC As Strong Week Continues first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

David Bailey Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker

Bitcoin Magazine David Bailey Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker David Bailey has been officially confirmed as a speaker at Bitcoin 2026, returning to the conference he helped build to share his perspective on Bitcoin’s expanding role across media, capital markets, and corporate strategy. As the Chairman and CEO of Nakamoto Inc. (NASDAQ: NAKA), Bailey has executed one of the most ambitious consolidation plays in This post David Bailey Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Jenna Montgomery.

Policy Group Calls for Bitcoin Inclusion in Proposed Crypto Tax Exemption

Bitcoin Magazine Policy Group Calls for Bitcoin Inclusion in Proposed Crypto Tax Exemption The Bitcoin Policy Institute is urging Congress to broaden proposed de minimis tax relief for digital assets beyond payment stablecoins to include bitcoin. This post Policy Group Calls for Bitcoin Inclusion in Proposed Crypto Tax Exemption first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Paraguay Adopts Stricter Crypto Oversight, Mandates Detailed Transaction on Bitcoin Reporting

Bitcoin Magazine Paraguay Adopts Stricter Crypto Oversight, Mandates Detailed Transaction on Bitcoin Reporting Paraguay’s tax authority now requires residents and crypto platforms to report nearly all digital asset transactions over $5,000, including wallet addresses and transaction hashes, aiming to integrate cryptocurrencies into the national tax system while raising privacy concerns. This post Paraguay Adopts Stricter Crypto Oversight, Mandates Detailed Transaction on Bitcoin Reporting first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Corporate Bitcoin Holdings Hit Record High as Institutions Accumulate 2.8x Mining Supply: Report

Bitcoin Magazine Corporate Bitcoin Holdings Hit Record High as Institutions Accumulate 2.8x Mining Supply: Report Corporate bitcoin holdings reached a record in early 2026, with institutions buying at 2.8 times the new mining supply, led by ETFs and major corporate treasuries like Strategy. This post Corporate Bitcoin Holdings Hit Record High as Institutions Accumulate 2.8x Mining Supply: Report first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

3rd Bitcoin Golf Championship Lands at Bali Hai Golf Club Before Bitcoin 2026 Vegas Conference

Bitcoin Magazine 3rd Bitcoin Golf Championship Lands at Bali Hai Golf Club Before Bitcoin 2026 Vegas Conference Following successful events in El Salvador with Max Keiser and Stacy Herbert, BSN brings the Bitcoin Golf Championship to Las Vegas, expecting 300+ Bitcoin founders, investors, and creators. This post 3rd Bitcoin Golf Championship Lands at Bali Hai Golf Club Before Bitcoin 2026 Vegas Conference first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

Binance: U.S. Midterms Historically Followed by Strong Bitcoin Gains

Bitcoin Magazine Binance: U.S. Midterms Historically Followed by Strong Bitcoin Gains Binance Research suggests the upcoming 2026 United States midterm elections could set the stage for a recovery in both Bitcoin and equities. This post Binance: U.S. Midterms Historically Followed by Strong Bitcoin Gains first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Samourai Letter #5: The Skinwalker

Bitcoin Magazine Samourai Letter #5: The Skinwalker Syndicated From The Rage: Samourai Wallet developer Keonne Rodriguez is serving a five year prison sentence for building non-custodial Bitcoin privacy software. Here, he share's his life on the inside. This post Samourai Letter #5: The Skinwalker first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Keonne Rodriguez.

Metaplanet Expands Bitcoin Strategy With Venture Fund and Asset Management Unit

Bitcoin Magazine Metaplanet Expands Bitcoin Strategy With Venture Fund and Asset Management Unit Metaplanet is expanding its strategy beyond holding Bitcoin, announcing the launch of two subsidiaries. This post Metaplanet Expands Bitcoin Strategy With Venture Fund and Asset Management Unit first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Ark Labs Raises $5.2M with Tether to Bring Programmable Finance to Bitcoin

Bitcoin Magazine Ark Labs Raises $5.2M with Tether to Bring Programmable Finance to Bitcoin Ark Labs announced it secured $5.2 million in a seed funding round led by Tether alongside investors including Ego Death Capital, Epoch VC, Lion26, Sats Ventures and Contribution Capital. This post Ark Labs Raises $5.2M with Tether to Bring Programmable Finance to Bitcoin first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Coinbase CPO Rejects Claims of Opposing Bitcoin Tax Relief as Jack Dorsey Demands Clarity from Brian Armstrong

Bitcoin Magazine Coinbase CPO Rejects Claims of Opposing Bitcoin Tax Relief as Jack Dorsey Demands Clarity from Brian Armstrong Jack Dorsey urged Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong to confirm support for de minimis relief on Bitcoin payments, following reports the exchange favors stablecoins-only treatment. This post Coinbase CPO Rejects Claims of Opposing Bitcoin Tax Relief as Jack Dorsey Demands Clarity from Brian Armstrong first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

Cosmos Health (COSM) Buys $600K in Bitcoin, Expands Digital Asset Treasury

Bitcoin Magazine Cosmos Health (COSM) Buys $600K in Bitcoin, Expands Digital Asset Treasury Cosmos Health Inc. announced it has purchased $600,000 in Bitcoin as part of its ongoing digital asset treasury strategy.  This post Cosmos Health (COSM) Buys $600K in Bitcoin, Expands Digital Asset Treasury first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Samourai Letter #4: Notes From The Inside

Bitcoin Magazine Samourai Letter #4: Notes From The Inside Syndicated from The Rage: "It often feels like I am stuck in a bad dream I cannot wake from," writes Samourai Wallet developer Keonne Rodriguez about his first month in FPC Morgantown. This post Samourai Letter #4: Notes From The Inside first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Keonne Rodriguez.

Michael Saylor’s Strategy (MSTR) Estimated To Have Already Bought Over 1,200 Bitcoin Today

Bitcoin Magazine Michael Saylor’s Strategy (MSTR) Estimated To Have Already Bought Over 1,200 Bitcoin Today Strategy has reportedly bought roughly 1,200 bitcoin today through STRC. This post Michael Saylor’s Strategy (MSTR) Estimated To Have Already Bought Over 1,200 Bitcoin Today first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin is Now a Global Financial Player as Institutions Take the Helm: Bitwise

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin is Now a Global Financial Player as Institutions Take the Helm: Bitwise Bitcoin is crossing a structural threshold, evolving from an experimental digital asset into a massive global financial instrument. This post Bitcoin is Now a Global Financial Player as Institutions Take the Helm: Bitwise first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

The Core Issue: Outrunning Entropy, Why Bitcoin Can’t Stand Still

Bitcoin Magazine The Core Issue: Outrunning Entropy, Why Bitcoin Can’t Stand Still From The Core Issue: A breakdown at the optimizations and fine-tuning done to speed up Initial Block Download for Bitcoin Core users. This post The Core Issue: Outrunning Entropy, Why Bitcoin Can’t Stand Still first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by willcl-ark, l0rinc and hodlinator.

Mastercard Launches Global Crypto Partner Program to Bridge Digital Assets and Traditional Payments

Bitcoin Magazine Mastercard Launches Global Crypto Partner Program to Bridge Digital Assets and Traditional Payments Mastercard has a new Crypto Partner Program that unites 85+ companies to bring blockchain payments into everyday commerce. This post Mastercard Launches Global Crypto Partner Program to Bridge Digital Assets and Traditional Payments first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Strive (ASST) Raises Dividend, Adds Bitcoin and Strategy (MSTR) Preferred Stock to Balance Sheet

Bitcoin Magazine Strive (ASST) Raises Dividend, Adds Bitcoin and Strategy (MSTR) Preferred Stock to Balance Sheet Strive said it raised the dividend rate on its SATA preferred stock to 12.75%, narrowed the trading range guidance, and added 179 bitcoin to its balance sheet. This post Strive (ASST) Raises Dividend, Adds Bitcoin and Strategy (MSTR) Preferred Stock to Balance Sheet first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Binance Sues Wall Street Journal Over February Article on Iran-Linked Crypto Flows

Bitcoin Magazine Binance Sues Wall Street Journal Over February Article on Iran-Linked Crypto Flows Binance has filed a defamation lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal over a February article that tied Binance to Iranian networks. This post Binance Sues Wall Street Journal Over February Article on Iran-Linked Crypto Flows first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

A Record $409M Day Shows How Strategy Is Rapidly Scaling Bitcoin Accumulation With STRC

Bitcoin Magazine A Record $409M Day Shows How Strategy Is Rapidly Scaling Bitcoin Accumulation With STRC A $409M trading day and record-low volatility suggest STRC may have unlocked product-market fit, bridging Bitcoin treasury strategy with income markets. This post A Record $409M Day Shows How Strategy Is Rapidly Scaling Bitcoin Accumulation With STRC first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Nick Ward.

Danielle Moinet Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker

Bitcoin Magazine Danielle Moinet Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker Danielle Moinet — known to millions of fans worldwide as WWE Superstar Summer Rae — has been officially confirmed as a speaker at Bitcoin 2026, bringing a one-of-a-kind perspective on Bitcoin, financial sovereignty, and breaking barriers to the world’s largest Bitcoin conference in Las Vegas. A former WWE Superstar who competed from 2013 to 2017, This post Danielle Moinet Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Jenna Montgomery.

$1 Million Bitcoin Isn’t as Far-Fetched as It Sounds, Analyst Says

Bitcoin Magazine $1 Million Bitcoin Isn’t as Far-Fetched as It Sounds, Analyst Says Matt Hougan of Bitwise says a $1 million bitcoin is plausible if the global store-of-value market continues growing and bitcoin captures a larger share. This post $1 Million Bitcoin Isn’t as Far-Fetched as It Sounds, Analyst Says first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Netflix Censored Bitcoin Sponsors on Boxer Trunks During Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua Broadcast

Bitcoin Magazine Netflix Censored Bitcoin Sponsors on Boxer Trunks During Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua Broadcast Netflix overruled earlier approvals and prohibited Bitcoin-related sponsors including Sazmining and LEDN from welterweight Justin Cardona’s trunks and fight-week gear during its live stream of the Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua event at Miami’s Kaseya Center. This post Netflix Censored Bitcoin Sponsors on Boxer Trunks During Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua Broadcast first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

Investment Bank Gives Strategy (MSTR) and Strive (ASST) Buy Ratings, Flags Bitcoin Treasury Discounts

Bitcoin Magazine Investment Bank Gives Strategy (MSTR) and Strive (ASST) Buy Ratings, Flags Bitcoin Treasury Discounts Investment bank B. Riley assigned Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR) and Strive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ASST) Buy ratings and price targets of $175 and $12, respectively.  This post Investment Bank Gives Strategy (MSTR) and Strive (ASST) Buy Ratings, Flags Bitcoin Treasury Discounts first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bhutan Keeps Selling Its Bitcoin, Reserves Sold by Over Half

Bitcoin Magazine Bhutan Keeps Selling Its Bitcoin, Reserves Sold by Over Half Bhutan is steadily selling portions of the country’s Bitcoin reserves, moving about $42.5 million in BTC and USDT so far in 2026. This post Bhutan Keeps Selling Its Bitcoin, Reserves Sold by Over Half first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Price Jumps Above $70,000 After Oil Shock, On-Chain Data Points to New Support Zone

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Jumps Above $70,000 After Oil Shock, On-Chain Data Points to New Support Zone Bitcoin price steadied near $70,000 this morning after falling into the mid-$60,000s amid an oil-driven market sell-off. This post Bitcoin Price Jumps Above $70,000 After Oil Shock, On-Chain Data Points to New Support Zone first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Blockstream Jade Hardware Wallet Adds Lightning Network Support, Enabling Instant Bitcoin Payments From Cold Storage

Bitcoin Magazine Blockstream Jade Hardware Wallet Adds Lightning Network Support, Enabling Instant Bitcoin Payments From Cold Storage Blockstream's Jade hardware wallet is now the first hardware wallet able to interact with the Bitcoin Lightning Network. This post Blockstream Jade Hardware Wallet Adds Lightning Network Support, Enabling Instant Bitcoin Payments From Cold Storage first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Tornado Cash’s Roman Storm Could Face 40 Years as Government Seeks New Trial

Bitcoin Magazine Tornado Cash’s Roman Storm Could Face 40 Years as Government Seeks New Trial Federal prosecutors want another chance to convict Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm, asking a judge to schedule a retrial this October. This post Tornado Cash’s Roman Storm Could Face 40 Years as Government Seeks New Trial first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Has a Golden Opportunity With AI Agents, It’s Time to Build

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Has a Golden Opportunity With AI Agents, It’s Time to Build Bitcoin finally has a real payments advantage in the world of agentic payments. We all have to pitch in to capitalize on it. This post Bitcoin Has a Golden Opportunity With AI Agents, It’s Time to Build first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Matt Corallo.

Coinbase Launches Regulated Bitcoin and Crypto Futures Across Europe

Bitcoin Magazine Coinbase Launches Regulated Bitcoin and Crypto Futures Across Europe Coinbase has launched futures contracts for traders in 26 European countries, including Germany, France, and the Netherlands, marking its first direct derivatives offering in the region. This post Coinbase Launches Regulated Bitcoin and Crypto Futures Across Europe first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Nasdaq and Crypto-Exchange Kraken Partner to Bring Tokenized Stocks to Global Markets

Bitcoin Magazine Nasdaq and Crypto-Exchange Kraken Partner to Bring Tokenized Stocks to Global Markets Nasdaq partnered with Payward, the parent company of cryptocurrency exchange Kraken, to build a gateway connecting traditional stock markets with blockchain networks. This post Nasdaq and Crypto-Exchange Kraken Partner to Bring Tokenized Stocks to Global Markets first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Public Bitcoin Miners are Dumping Bitcoin for AI, a Historic Mistake

Bitcoin Magazine Public Bitcoin Miners are Dumping Bitcoin for AI, a Historic Mistake Major U.S. public Bitcoin miners including Cipher Digital, Bitfarms, and Core Scientific are selling Bitcoin holdings and rebranding to chase AI/HPC leases with hyperscalers like Microsoft and Google, amid industry-wide profitability challenges. This post Public Bitcoin Miners are Dumping Bitcoin for AI, a Historic Mistake first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

Bitcoin Price Teeters Near $69,000 Despite Market Volatility and Oil Price Swings

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Teeters Near $69,000 Despite Market Volatility and Oil Price Swings Bitcoin price held near $69,000 on Monday, steadying after last week’s short-lived rally and weekend sell-off. This post Bitcoin Price Teeters Near $69,000 Despite Market Volatility and Oil Price Swings first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Hits 20 Million: Less Than 1 Million Coins Left 

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Hits 20 Million: Less Than 1 Million Coins Left  Bitcoin has surpassed 20 million mined coins, meaning over 95% of its total 21 million supply is now in circulation. This post Bitcoin Hits 20 Million: Less Than 1 Million Coins Left  first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

U.S. Treasury Recognizes Legitimate Uses for Crypto Mixers, Proposes “Hold Law” for Suspicious Assets

Bitcoin Magazine U.S. Treasury Recognizes Legitimate Uses for Crypto Mixers, Proposes “Hold Law” for Suspicious Assets The U.S. Treasury Department told Congress that Bitcoin or crypto mixers can serve legitimate financial privacy purposes. This post U.S. Treasury Recognizes Legitimate Uses for Crypto Mixers, Proposes “Hold Law” for Suspicious Assets first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Nigel Farage Acquires 6% Stake in Bitcoin Firm Stack BTC

Bitcoin Magazine Nigel Farage Acquires 6% Stake in Bitcoin Firm Stack BTC Nigel Farage's investment in Stack BTC marks a pivotal step toward Bitcoin adoption in the U.K.. This post Nigel Farage Acquires 6% Stake in Bitcoin Firm Stack BTC first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Strategy (MSTR) Spends $1.28 Billion to Buy More Bitcoin, Holdings Reach 738,731 BTC

Bitcoin Magazine Strategy (MSTR) Spends $1.28 Billion to Buy More Bitcoin, Holdings Reach 738,731 BTC Strategy spent a whopping $1.28 billion to buy 17,994 more bitcoin last week, raising its total holdings to 738,731 BTC worth about $50 billion at current prices. This post Strategy (MSTR) Spends $1.28 Billion to Buy More Bitcoin, Holdings Reach 738,731 BTC first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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 

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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.

Indiana Governor Signs Bill Allowing Bitcoin in State Retirement Plans

Bitcoin Magazine Indiana Governor Signs Bill Allowing Bitcoin in State Retirement Plans Indiana now allows state retirement plans to invest in bitcoin. This post Indiana Governor Signs Bill Allowing Bitcoin in State Retirement Plans first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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.

Trump-Linked American Bitcoin (ABTC) Expands Mining Fleet, Bitcoin Production Capacity

Bitcoin Magazine Trump-Linked American Bitcoin (ABTC) Expands Mining Fleet, Bitcoin Production Capacity American Bitcoin (ABTC) is expanding its Bitcoin mining fleet with over 11,000 new high-efficiency miners. This post Trump-Linked American Bitcoin (ABTC) Expands Mining Fleet, Bitcoin Production Capacity first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

These Two Bitcoin Miners are Getting Ready to Sell Their Bitcoin

Bitcoin Magazine 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 

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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.

Citrea Launches Foundation to Advance Bitcoin’s Programmable Future

Bitcoin Magazine Citrea Launches Foundation to Advance Bitcoin’s Programmable Future Citrea announced the creation of the Citrea Foundation today. This post Citrea Launches Foundation to Advance Bitcoin’s Programmable Future first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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

Bitcoin Magazine 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.

Strategy ($MSTR) Buys $204 Million in Bitcoin, Holdings Climb to 720,737 BTC

Bitcoin Magazine Strategy ($MSTR) Buys $204 Million in Bitcoin, Holdings Climb to 720,737 BTC Strategy purchased over $200 million in bitcoin last week, lifting its total holdings to 720,737. This post Strategy ($MSTR) Buys $204 Million in Bitcoin, Holdings Climb to 720,737 BTC 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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.