Cryptocurrencies

THORChain is under scrutiny after reports allege stolen Bitcoin was laundered via its protocol. Community debate highlights differences between centralized and decentralized responsibilities. No official confirmation ties the funds to the breach as investigations continue. Tension rises between centralized and decentralized finance as accusations surface over a recent breach. ZachXBT alleges that more than 188 […]

Texas legislature has passed SB 21, paving the way for the state’s Bitcoin Reserve, and it now awaits the governor’s signature. The bill could make Texas the second state with a Bitcoin Reserve, following New Hampshire’s model, and includes criteria for other assets. Texas is very likely to become the second US state with a

Standard Chartered predicts Bitcoin could surpass its all-time high soon, driven by surging ETF inflows and capital movement. The bank believes the $120,000 target in Q2 is becoming increasingly realistic. Strategy’s Bitcoin holdings now exceed $53.8 billion, with plans to raise $84 billion more, potentially controlling over 6% of all BTC. Institutional and state-level adoption—including

Mathematician and analyst Fred Krueger has predicted that Bitcoin’s (BTC) price could skyrocket from around $150,000 on July 21, 2025, to $600,000 within 90 days (around October 19, 2025). Krueger outlined a series of speculative geopolitical and economic events that could drive this dramatic rise in Bitcoin’s price. The Path to $600,000: Krueger’s Bold Bitcoin

Japan’s long-dormant inflation is roaring back to life, rippling through the nation’s bond markets and fiscal projections. Amid rising concerns, Metaplanet, a rather unlikely company, has captured the market’s attention and skepticism. Metaplanet, the Tokyo-listed firm that skyrocketed over 5,000% in 2024 following its bold Bitcoin treasury strategy, is now the most shorted stock in

Bitcoin trades over $106,000 in May 2025, yet Google search interest remains as low as the 2022 bear market, puzzling analysts. Retail investor participation in Bitcoin remains low despite its price surge, leading to concerns about long-term market sustainability. Some in the crypto community view the lack of interest as a “calm before the storm,”

Strive, led by Vivek Ramaswamy, is seeking to acquire Bitcoin at a discount by purchasing distressed claims, including Mt. Gox’s 75,000 BTC. The firm has entered a strategic partnership to source Bitcoin from pending distributions, aiming to enhance Bitcoin per share. However, the success of this plan remains uncertain as Mt. Gox continues reimbursing creditors.

In Brief: Bitcoin is benefiting from macroeconomic shifts, including China’s rate cuts and the US credit downgrade, boosting its appeal as a hedge against instability. The PBOC’s rate cut injects liquidity, while Moody’s US downgrade signals fiscal strains, creating a favorable environment for Bitcoin as “digital gold.” As the US dollar weakens and global concerns

In Brief: Analyst Willy Woo predicts Bitcoin’s CAGR will stabilize at 8%, citing slowing institutional returns and macroeconomic alignment. Contrasting views from Fred Krueger and Arthur Hayes forecast Bitcoin soaring to $250,000–$1 million by 2028, driven by market momentum. Experts highlight liquidity as Bitcoin’s key growth driver, with rising global debt forcing governments to inject

In Brief: Brazilian fintech Méliuz became Brazil’s first Bitcoin treasury company, holding 320.2 BTC worth $33.3 million, showing strong BTC adoption in Latam. Bahrain’s Al Abraaj and Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala fund join the trend, investing in Bitcoin reserves and ETFs to boost shareholder value. Asian and US firms, including Remixpoint and DDC Enterprise, expand Bitcoin