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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.

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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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.

Block (XYZ) Surges 25% After Slashing Workforce by Over 40% and Raising Profit Outlook

Bitcoin Magazine Block (XYZ) Surges 25% After Slashing Workforce by Over 40% and Raising Profit Outlook Shares of Block are surging in after-hours as the company said it will cut more than 4,000 employees. This post Block (XYZ) Surges 25% After Slashing Workforce by Over 40% and Raising Profit Outlook first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

The Core Issue: libsecp256k1, Bitcoin’s Cryptographic Heart

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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%

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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

Bitcoin Magazine 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.