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The Bitcoin editorial team is comprised of crypto veterans providing reporting on Bitcoin, DeFi, crypto, and blockchain protocols. We deliver analysis on crypto adoption, regulatory shifts, and strategies, prioritizing integrity and accuracy.

Cardano’s Hoskinson Slams Ripple CEO Over CLARITY Act Support

Cardano’s Hoskinson Slams Ripple CEO Over CLARITY Act Support

Charles Hoskinson, founder of Cardano, openly criticized Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse for endorsing the draft CLARITY Act, describing the proposed legislation as a risky concession that could undermine the core principles of cryptocurrency. In a recent livestream, Hoskinson argued that the bill, intended to provide a regulatory framework for digital

US-EU Greenland Dispute: $865M Liquidity Trap Hits Bitcoin

US-EU Greenland Dispute: $865M Liquidity Trap Hits Bitcoin

On January 20, 2026, as the United States marked its presidential inauguration, the global financial markets experienced significant volatility driven by escalating trade friction between the US and European Union. Bitcoin, which had recently reached a high near $96,000, fell sharply to around $90,924. The decline resulted in

Senator Elizabeth Warren Pushes OCC to Delay World Liberty Financial Bank Charter Review

World Liberty Financial

Senator Elizabeth Warren Pushes OCC to Delay World Liberty Financial Bank Charter Review

Senator Elizabeth Warren has called on the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to pause its review of a national trust bank charter application submitted by a subsidiary of World Liberty Financial, a cryptocurrency platform co-founded by President Donald Trump and his sons. In a letter dated January 13,

US Taiwan Trade Agreement Lowers Tariffs on Bitcoin Mining Supply Chains

US Taiwan Trade Agreement Lowers Tariffs on Bitcoin Mining Supply Chains

The United States and Taiwan have reached a major trade agreement that reduces tariffs on Taiwanese imports and directs significant funding toward building semiconductor facilities on American soil. Reports from Bloomberg indicate the deal was finalized this week, with the White House highlighting its role in strengthening domestic chip production.

Iran Turns to Bitcoin as Protests Grow and Currency Collapses

Iran Turns to Bitcoin as Protests Grow and Currency Collapses

Street protests have swept across multiple cities in Iran since late December, driven by widespread frustration with the government and a worsening economic situation. As demonstrators clashed with authorities and inflation continued to erode savings, many Iranians took steps to secure their cryptocurrency holdings. A clear spike in Bitcoin withdrawals

Spot Bitcoin ETFs Record $1.7 Billion in Three Day Inflow Surge

Spot Bitcoin ETFs Record $1.7 Billion in Three Day Inflow Surge

U.S. spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds continued their strong momentum with another substantial day of net inflows on Wednesday. Data from Farside Investors showed $840.6 million entering these products, marking the largest single-day total since October. This figure surpassed Tuesday’s $754 million, which had itself set a three-month

Bitmine Invests $200 Million in MrBeast to Expand DeFi Services

Bitmine Invests $200 Million in MrBeast to Expand DeFi Services

Bitmine Immersion Technology has committed $200 million in equity to Beast Industries, the company behind YouTube superstar MrBeast. The investment, announced on Thursday by Bitmine chairman Thomas Lee, marks a major move to connect decentralized finance with mainstream entertainment and creator-driven platforms. The transaction is expected to close on January

Bitcoin Climbs to $96K Joining Broader Crypto Market Rally

Bitcoin Climbs to $96K Joining Broader Crypto Market Rally

Bitcoin reached its highest level in two months on Wednesday, rising as much as 3.68% to $96,348 during early morning hours today. The move marked a clear shift for the largest cryptocurrency, which had spent much of the prior weeks trading in a narrow range while stocks and

CoinGecko Considers $500 Million Dollar Sale as Crypto Data Demand Expands

CoinGecko Considers $500 Million Dollar Sale as Crypto Data Demand Expands

CoinGecko, one of the most prominent cryptocurrency data aggregators, is reportedly considering a sale that could value the company at around $500 million. The Malaysia-based platform has engaged investment bank Moelis to advise on strategic options, including a possible transaction. Sources familiar with the matter shared these details on condition

Monero Price Surges to Record High After Dubai Bans Privacy Coins

Monero Price Surges to Record High After Dubai Bans Privacy Coins

Monero (XMR), the leading privacy-focused cryptocurrency, reached a new all-time high of $686 on Monday, marking a sharp 14 percent gain in just 24 hours. The breakout pushed the coin's market cap above $12 billion for the first time, while daily trading volume topped $500 million. Traders watched

Eric Adams Faces Fraud Allegations After $3.4M NYC Token Rug Pull

Eric Adams Faces Fraud Allegations After $3.4M NYC Token Rug Pull

Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams finds himself at the center of controversy in the cryptocurrency community following the launch of a memecoin known as NYC Token. The project, which Adams promoted personally, saw an explosive initial response from traders, pushing its total market value to impressive heights in

US Lawmakers Prepare New Crypto Rules as Senate Revives Clarity Act

US Lawmakers Prepare New Crypto Rules as Senate Revives Clarity Act

Lawmakers in Washington are set to renew efforts this week on a comprehensive market structure bill that could shape the future of crypto assets in the United States. The legislation, which stalled last year, aims to establish clear regulatory frameworks for cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. Senate committees are scheduled to

Vitalik Buterin Defends Tornado Cash Developer Against Code Criminalization

Vitalik Buterin Defends Tornado Cash Developer Against Code Criminalization

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has publicly supported Roman Storm, the developer behind Tornado Cash, in a letter released on Friday. Buterin strongly criticized the U.S. government's approach to prosecuting software developers for creating privacy tools. He argued that the case against Storm focuses on code itself rather

Trump Says No Pardon for FTX Exchange Founder Sam Bankman-Fried

Sam Bankman-Fried

Trump Says No Pardon for FTX Exchange Founder Sam Bankman-Fried

President Donald Trump has stated that he will not grant a pardon to Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), the founder and former CEO of the collapsed cryptocurrency exchange FTX. In an interview with The New York Times published this week, Trump addressed questions about potential clemency for several high-profile figures. He made

Florida Lawmakers Introduce Bill for State Strategic Cryptocurrency Reserve

Florida Lawmakers Introduce Bill for State Strategic Cryptocurrency Reserve

Florida lawmakers have taken a significant step toward integrating digital assets into state finances with the introduction of a new bill aimed at creating a dedicated cryptocurrency reserve. House Bill 1039, sponsored by Republican Representative John Snyder, seeks to establish the Florida Strategic Cryptocurrency Reserve as a special fund managed

Trump's World Liberty Financial Seeks Federal Charter to Expand USD1 Stablecoin

World Liberty Financial

Trump's World Liberty Financial Seeks Federal Charter to Expand USD1 Stablecoin

World Liberty Financial has taken a major step toward deeper integration with traditional finance by filing an application with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. The company, through its subsidiary WLTC Holdings LLC, submitted a de novo application to establish World Liberty Trust Company National Association as a

Polymarket Partners with Dow Jones to Provide Prediction Market Insights

Polymarket Partners with Dow Jones to Provide Prediction Market Insights

Polymarket, a leading cryptocurrency-based prediction market platform, has entered into a partnership with Dow Jones to supply trading data for use across its prominent news outlets. This collaboration allows Polymarket's probability-based forecasts on various events to appear in publications such as the Wall Street Journal, Barron’s, and

Canaan Launches Bitcoin Mining Heat Project for Sustainable Greenhouse Operations in Canada

Canaan Launches Bitcoin Mining Heat Project for Sustainable Greenhouse Operations in Canada

Hardware manufacturer Canaan has introduced a new proof-of-concept project that combines Bitcoin mining operations with agricultural applications. The initiative deploys liquid-cooled computing equipment to capture and reuse waste heat in a commercial greenhouse located in Manitoba, Canada. Announced on Tuesday, the pilot aims to demonstrate how high-density computing can serve

Michael Saylor's Strategy Buys 1,286 Bitcoin Worth $116 Million in Latest Acquisition

Michael Saylor's Strategy Buys 1,286 Bitcoin Worth $116 Million in Latest Acquisition

Strategy has continued its aggressive Bitcoin accumulation strategy by purchasing an additional 1,286 BTC for approximately $116.3 million. The purchases occurred between December 29 and January 4 at an average price of $90,391 per Bitcoin. This move was disclosed in an 8-K filing with the Securities and

Hardware Wallet Ledger Confirms Customer Data Leak via Third Party Vendor

Hardware Wallet Ledger Confirms Customer Data Leak via Third Party Vendor

Ledger customers received unexpected notifications about a hacking incident affecting their personal details on January 5, 2026. The issue stems from Global-e, the third-party payment processor that manages transactions and e-commerce for Ledger's official online store. Onchain investigator ZachXBT brought attention to the matter by sharing a copy

Iran Begins Accepting Crypto Payments for Ballistic Missiles, Drones, and Warships

Iran Begins Accepting Crypto Payments for Ballistic Missiles, Drones, and Warships

Iran has begun openly offering advanced weapons systems for sale in exchange for cryptocurrency, marking a significant shift as the country seeks payment methods that can evade Western financial restrictions. According to a Financial Times investigation, Iran's Ministry of Defense Export Center, known as Mindex, is actively promoting

Bitfarms Sells Paraguay Bitcoin Mining Site to Boost North American AI Growth

Bitfarms Sells Paraguay Bitcoin Mining Site to Boost North American AI Growth

Bitfarms Ltd. announced on Friday that it has agreed to sell its 70-megawatt Paraguay Bitcoin mining facility for up to $30 million. The transaction marks the company’s complete exit from Latin America as it redirects resources toward higher-return opportunities. The buyer is Sympatheia Power Fund, managed by Singapore-based Hawksburn

December 2025 Bitcoin and Crypto Market Sees Cautious Recovery: Report

December 2025 Bitcoin and Crypto Market Sees Cautious Recovery: Report

We have has released our latest monthly Bitcoin and Crypto Insights report, capturing the key developments in the cryptocurrency space throughout December 2025. The month brought a period of cautious recovery, as institutional inflows into exchange-traded funds for assets such as Bitcoin and XRP provided support against persistent volatility and

Coinbase Executive Warns Over Stablecoin Yield Restrictions as China Advances Digital Yuan

Coinbase Executive Warns Over Stablecoin Yield Restrictions as China Advances Digital Yuan

Faryar Shirzad, chief policy officer at Coinbase, has highlighted potential risks in U.S. stablecoin regulation amid evolving global competition. In a detailed post, he responded to China's announcement that commercial banks will soon pay interest on digital yuan holdings. Shirzad argued that limiting rewards on U.S.