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Peter Thiel, Jeffrey Epstein, and Bitcoin: New Insights from 2025 Email Release

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Peter Thiel, Jeffrey Epstein, and Bitcoin: New Insights from 2025 Email Release

In the shadowy world where finance, tech, and elite networking all come together, few stories are as intriguing, and unsettling, as the connections between Silicon Valley titan Peter Thiel and the infamous financier Jeffrey Epstein. The recent release of over 20,000 pages of Epstein's emails and documents

Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs Extend Outflows, While Solana ETF Attracts Fresh Capital

Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs Extend Outflows, While Solana ETF Attracts Fresh Capital

Investors continued to pull funds from major Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds this week, with net redemptions across the two largest cryptocurrency categories. Bitcoin ETFs recorded their fifth consecutive closing of outflows, with a total of $372.77 million leaving the products. The sharp withdrawals reflect ongoing pressure on established

After Trump Pardon, CZ Binance Plans $4.3 Billion in U.S. Investment if Funds Returned

After Trump Pardon, CZ Binance Plans $4.3 Billion in U.S. Investment if Funds Returned

Changpeng Zhao, widely known as just CZ in crypto circles, and the founder of Binance, has addressed speculation surrounding the possibility of a refund for the cryptocurrency exchange following his recent presidential pardon. The discussion centers on the massive $4.3 billion settlement Binance reached with U.S. authorities in

Newly Released Emails Link Jeffrey Epstein Funding to Early Bitcoin Core Development

Newly Released Emails Link Jeffrey Epstein Funding to Early Bitcoin Core Development

Fresh documents from the Jeffrey Epstein estate have surfaced, shedding light on financial ties between the late financier and MIT's efforts to support Bitcoin's core protocol in its formative years. Epstein emails released by the House Oversight Committee show that he provided assistance to former MIT

Cloudflare Global Outage Disrupts Access to Major Crypto Platforms

Cloudflare Global Outage Disrupts Access to Major Crypto Platforms

A significant outage at Cloudflare struck the internet today, causing widespread disruptions that extended to numerous cryptocurrency websites and services. Users attempting to access popular crypto exchanges and tools encountered error messages, preventing normal operation across multiple platforms. Cloudflare, a key provider of content delivery network services, security features, and

Fidelity and Canary Capital Launch New Solana ETFs

Fidelity and Canary Capital Launch New Solana ETFs

Fidelity Investments and Canary Capital have introduced two new spot Solana exchange-traded funds, expanding options for investors seeking exposure to the Solana blockchain's native token. The Fidelity Solana ETF, trading under the ticker FSOL, began operations following regulatory filings that made it effective through the U.S. Securities

El Salvador Buys $100M in Bitcoin as Crypto Market Dips

El Salvador Buys $100M in Bitcoin as Crypto Market Dips

El Salvador has once again demonstrated its commitment to Bitcoin by significantly increasing its national holdings during a period of market weakness. President Nayib Bukele announced the acquisition of approximately 1,090 Bitcoin in a single day, marking the largest one-time addition to the country's strategic reserve to

Tom Lee Predicts Bitcoin $200K and Ethereum $12K by Year-End 2025

Tom Lee Predicts Bitcoin $200K and Ethereum $12K by Year-End 2025

Tom Lee, chairman of BitMine Immersion Technologies, sees clear signs of recovery in the crypto market despite its recent sharp decline. The downturn wiped out millions in market cap and triggered widespread liquidations, leaving many investors cautious. Yet Lee maintains a steady optimism, viewing the pullback as a temporary shift

Japan Advances Crypto Reclassification to Ease Tax Burdens on Bitcoin and Ethereum Traders

Japan Advances Crypto Reclassification to Ease Tax Burdens on Bitcoin and Ethereum Traders

Japan’s Financial Services Agency has signaled plans to reclassify 105 cryptocurrencies, including leading assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum, as financial products. This shift would bring these digital currencies under the oversight of the Financial Products Transaction Act, marking a significant step toward integrating them into the nation’s traditional

Epstein Emails Uncover Early Bitcoin Talks Involving Brock Pierce and Larry Summers

Epstein Emails Uncover Early Bitcoin Talks Involving Brock Pierce and Larry Summers

Fresh documents from the U.S. House Oversight Committee shed light on a private gathering at Jeffrey Epstein's Manhattan townhouse, where cryptocurrency pioneer Brock Pierce shared insights on Bitcoin with former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers. The emails, part of a larger trove released this week, date back to

Bitcoin Price Consolidates at $100K as U.S. Government Shutdown Ends

Bitcoin Price Consolidates at $100K as U.S. Government Shutdown Ends

Bitcoin's price has remained relatively flat around the $100,000 mark even as the US government resumes full operations after its recent shutdown. Traders and investors appear cautious, holding positions while anticipating a flood of postponed economic reports that could influence market directions. This period of uncertainty comes

Bybit Report Exposes Fund Freezing Tools in 16 Prominent Blockchains

Bybit Report Exposes Fund Freezing Tools in 16 Prominent Blockchains

Bybit's Lazarus Security Lab has released a comprehensive study that spotlights a surprising feature in 16 major cryptocurrency blockchains: the ability to freeze user funds at the protocol level. Titled "Blockchain Freezing Exposed: Examine The Impact of Fund Freezing Ability in Blockchain," the 37-page document marks

Cypherpunk Technologies Secures $58 Million Investment for Zcash Focused Treasury Shift

Cypherpunk Technologies Secures $58 Million Investment for Zcash Focused Treasury Shift

Cypherpunk Technologies, previously operating as Leap Therapeutics in the field of cancer research, has taken a significant step into the crypto asset space. The company revealed today that it completed a private placement raising approximately $58.9 million, with Winklevoss Capital at the helm. This funding marks the beginning of

Fire Destroys Structures at BitDeer Bitcoin Mining Site in Ohio

Fire Destroys Structures at BitDeer Bitcoin Mining Site in Ohio

A fire broke out at BitDeer Technologies’ Bitcoin and crypto mining facility in Massillon, Ohio hours ago, destroying two buildings under construction. Local firefighters responded quickly to the blaze at the 221-megawatt site, which remains on track for a phased energization starting in November with a full launch planned for

SoFi Bank Launches Crypto Trading with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana

SoFi Bank Launches Crypto Trading with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana

SoFi Technologies, recognized as the largest online lender in the United States, unveiled SoFi Crypto on Tuesday, positioning itself as the first nationally chartered bank to provide cryptocurrency trading services to everyday consumers. This new feature integrates directly into the company's existing mobile app, allowing users to purchase

China Alleges U.S. Government Stole $13 Billion in Bitcoin Mining Pool Hack

China Alleges U.S. Government Stole $13 Billion in Bitcoin Mining Pool Hack

A Chinese government agency has leveled serious charges against the United States, asserting that American authorities executed a sophisticated hack to seize over 127,000 Bitcoin from a Chinese mining operation back in 2020. The National Computer Virus Emergency Response Center released a detailed technical report on Sunday, outlining what

Bitcoin Rebounds to $106K as Senate Resolves Government Shutdown

Bitcoin Rebounds to $106K as Senate Resolves Government Shutdown

Bitcoin ended the day on Monday with a roughly 2% gain, touching a daily high of $106,516 amid reports of a bipartisan push to resolve the ongoing U.S. government shutdown. The cryptocurrency’s rebound came after a period of volatility that saw it dip below $100,000 earlier

Trezor Wallet Users Targeted as Phishing Threats Increase After Fake Firmware Emails

Trezor Wallet Users Targeted as Phishing Threats Increase After Fake Firmware Emails

Phishing attacks disguised as urgent notifications from Trezor have surged in recent days, putting hardware wallet owners at greater risk of losing their crypto holdings. These deceptive emails claim a severe hack on Trezor's backend systems and demand immediate firmware updates to secure accounts. Security experts urge users

Greenidge Lands Five Year Permit in NY to Balance Bitcoin Mining and Clean Energy

Greenidge Lands Five Year Permit in NY to Balance Bitcoin Mining and Clean Energy

Dresden New York stands as a quiet corner of upstate, where rolling hills meet the shores of Seneca Lake. Here Greenidge Generation Holdings has transformed an aging coal fired facility into a modern energy hub since acquiring it in 2016. The plant now runs on natural gas a cleaner alternative

Zcash Surges to Multi-Year High on Privacy Demand

Zcash Surges to Multi-Year High on Privacy Demand

Zcash experienced a sharp price increase on Friday, reaching a peak of $734.12 before pulling back to $638 by late in the day. This movement marked a 262% gain over the past 30 days, building on a 20% rise from the previous day when it traded at $536. The

Bitcoin Price Dips Back to $100,000 Amid Economic Uncertainty and Market Sell Off

Bitcoin Price Dips Back to $100,000 Amid Economic Uncertainty and Market Sell Off

Bitcoin's value swung sharply in the opening days of November, climbing from roughly $100,000 to $103,000 between November 5 and 6 before sliding back to around $100,000 by November 7. This quick reversal highlights the sensitivity to shifting investor moods and external economic signals. Bitcoin

Google Adds Prediction Market Insights from Polymarket and Kalshi

Prediction Markets

Google Adds Prediction Market Insights from Polymarket and Kalshi

Prediction markets have gained significant traction in recent months, drawing attention from both crypto enthusiasts and traditional finance. Today, Google announced a partnership with leading platforms Polymarket and Kalshi, aiming to bring real-time market data directly into its search ecosystem. This move allows users to query future events and tap

October 2025 Crypto Trends: Institutional Growth and ETF Surge

October 2025 Crypto Trends: Institutional Growth and ETF Surge

The crypto sector navigated a turbulent October 2025 with a blend of setbacks and recoveries that underscored its maturing landscape. Bitcoin stood firm as the sector's anchor, buoyed by steady institutional investments and evolving exchange-traded fund strategies. Altcoins presented a varied picture, where gains in some areas offset