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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.

Arizona Passes Digital Asset Law with New Bitcoin Reserve Fund

Arizona Passes Digital Asset Law with New Bitcoin Reserve Fund

Arizona has become the first state to enact legislation that preserves digital assets in their native form for unclaimed property. Signed into law on May 7, 2025, HB2749, championed by Representative Jeff Weninger, updates the state’s unclaimed property laws to address the rising prominence of cryptocurrencies and other digital

Vivek Ramaswamy’s Strive Merges with Asset Entities to Launch Bitcoin Treasury Company

Vivek Ramaswamy’s Strive Merges with Asset Entities to Launch Bitcoin Treasury Company

Strive Asset Management, backed by entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, has announced a definitive merger agreement with Asset Entities to form a publicly traded Bitcoin treasury company. This strategic move aims to capitalize on the rising interest in Bitcoin among corporate investors, offering a novel approach to integrating digital assets into corporate

Ethereum’s Pectra Upgrade Goes Live, Enhances Wallet and Validator Features

Ethereum’s Pectra Upgrade Goes Live, Enhances Wallet and Validator Features

The Ethereum blockchain has taken a significant leap forward with the activation of its Pectra upgrade, a development that promises to reshape how users and developers engage with the network. Launched on the mainnet at epoch 364032 on May 7, 2025, at approximately 10:05 UTC, this upgrade marks a

Bitcoin Surges to $97K as US and China Trade Talks Ignite Optimism

Bitcoin Surges to $97K as US and China Trade Talks Ignite Optimism

A wave of optimism has swept through financial markets as the United States and China prepare to resume trade negotiations in Switzerland this week. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer will meet with Chinese officials, marking the first confirmed trade talks since President Donald Trump

New Hampshire Pioneers State Investment in Bitcoin with Historic Legislation

New Hampshire Pioneers State Investment in Bitcoin with Historic Legislation

In a groundbreaking move for the crypto industry, New Hampshire has become the first U.S. state to authorize its treasurer to invest in Bitcoin and other crypto assets. Governor Kelly Ayotte announced the signing of the bill on X, marking a significant milestone for the state and the broader

SOL Strategies Bolsters Solana Investment with $20 Million Purchase

SOL Strategies Bolsters Solana Investment with $20 Million Purchase

SOL Strategies, a Canadian firm dedicated to advancing the Solana blockchain, has made a significant move by acquiring 122,524 Solana (SOL) tokens valued at $20 million. The purchase, executed at an average price of $148.96 per token, marks the first deployment of funds from the company’s recently

Long Dormant Silk Road Bitcoin Wallets Move Millions in Mysterious Transfers

Long Dormant Silk Road Bitcoin Wallets Move Millions in Mysterious Transfers

On Monday, May 5, 2025, two long-dormant Bitcoin wallets, first activated in July 2013, sprang to life after nearly 11 years of inactivity. These wallets, which had not seen a single transaction since their inception a decade and ten months ago, moved a staggering 3,421 Bitcoin, valued at approximately

Bitcoin Devs Push Forward with Controversial Change to Remove OP_RETURN Limit

Bitcoin Devs Push Forward with Controversial Change to Remove OP_RETURN Limit

Core developers for Bitcoin are forging ahead with a significant software update that removes the long standing 80-byte limit on OP_RETURN outputs, a change that allows transactions to exceed traditional size constraints for non-financial data. This decision, set to be implemented in Bitcoin Core’s next release, has ignited

CZ Binance Opens Up About Prison Experience and Its Lasting Impact

CZ Binance Opens Up About Prison Experience and Its Lasting Impact

Changpeng Zhao, widely known as CZ, the founder of Binance crypto exchange, recently shared candid reflections on his time in prison during an interview on FAROKH RADIO. Having served a four-month prison sentence, CZ offered a sobering account of the challenges he faced behind bars, the personal transformation it sparked,

Bitcoin Dips Below $95K as Economic and Geopolitical Pressures Mount

Bitcoin Dips Below $95K as Economic and Geopolitical Pressures Mount

Bitcoin experienced a notable decline over the weekend, slipping below $95,000 in early Monday trading after reaching multi-month highs above $97,000 on Friday. This retreat mirrors broader financial market tensions, driven by rising Treasury yields and geopolitical uncertainties that have dampened investor appetite for riskier assets like cryptocurrencies.

French Police Rescue Crypto Millionaire’s Father in Dramatic Raid

French Police Rescue Crypto Millionaire’s Father in Dramatic Raid

In a swift and decisive operation, French police have freed the father of a crypto millionaire, apprehending five suspects in a high-stakes kidnapping case that shows the growing threat of crypto related crime. The raid, conducted late Saturday night in Paris, brought an end to a harrowing ordeal for the

President Trump Champions Crypto on Meet the Press, Citing Global Competition and Public Support

President Trump Champions Crypto on Meet the Press, Citing Global Competition and Public Support

In a recent appearance on Meet the Press, President Donald Trump articulated a robust endorsement of cryptocurrency, framing it as a critical element of economic strategy and a reflection of widespread public enthusiasm. His remarks highlighted the urgency of embracing digital currencies to maintain a competitive edge globally, particularly against

Maldives Aims for Economic Revival with $9 Billion Blockchain Hub Investment

Maldives Aims for Economic Revival with $9 Billion Blockchain Hub Investment

The Maldives, a picturesque Indian Ocean archipelago known for its turquoise waters and luxury resorts, is embarking on an ambitious economic transformation. A Dubai-based family office, MBS Global Investments, has unveiled plans to invest $8.8 billion over five years to develop a cutting-edge blockchain and digital assets financial hub

Honoring Hal Finney, Bitcoin’s Trailblazing Cypherpunk on His Birthday

Honoring Hal Finney, Bitcoin’s Trailblazing Cypherpunk on His Birthday

On May 4, the Bitcoin and greater crypto community pauses to celebrate Hal Finney, a legendary figure whose contributions to Bitcoin and the cypherpunk movement remain foundational to the ethos of cryptocurrency. Finney, who would have turned 69 years old today, was more than an early adopter; he was a

Solana Foundation Addresses Critical Security Program Bug Vulnerability

Solana Foundation Addresses Critical Security Program Bug Vulnerability

The Solana Foundation recently disclosed a significant security issue within its ZK ElGamal Proof program, a critical component of the Solana blockchain’s Token-2022 confidential transfer system. On April 16, 2025, a potential vulnerability was reported through the Anza Github security advisory, accompanied by a proof of concept. Fortunately, no

TRON X Account Hacked, Scammer Transfers Stolen Funds to OKX Exchange

TRON X Account Hacked, Scammer Transfers Stolen Funds to OKX Exchange

On May 2, 2025, the official X account of TRON DAO, a prominent blockchain platform, fell victim to a meticulously orchestrated social engineering attack. Unlike breaches stemming from technical flaws, this incident exploited human vulnerabilities, targeting a TRON DAO member to gain unauthorized access to the verified account. The breach

Bitcoin Mining Company CleanSpark Faces Pushback Over Mining Site in Tennessee

Bitcoin Mining Company CleanSpark Faces Pushback Over Mining Site in Tennessee

In the quiet Appalachian town of Mountain City, Tennessee, a proposed Bitcoin mining facility by CleanSpark has ignited a heated debate among residents. The crypto mining company plans to construct a 30MW facility on a 50 acre plot at 178 Rainbow Road, aiming to expand its operations in the region.

New Stablecoin Called Freedom Dollar Launched on Privacy Focused Zano Blockchain

New Stablecoin Called Freedom Dollar Launched on Privacy Focused Zano Blockchain

The crypto space has introduced Freedom Dollar (fUSD), a new stablecoin focused on privacy and decentralization on the Zano network. Unlike traditional stablecoins such as USDT and USDC, fUSD offers a user controlled, censorship resistant alternative that aims to redefine financial independence in the digital age. Built to operate semi-autonomously

Vitalik Buterin Plans to Simplify Ethereum and Rival Bitcoin’s Efficiency by 2030

Vitalik Buterin Plans to Simplify Ethereum and Rival Bitcoin’s Efficiency by 2030

Vitalik Buterin has unveiled an ambitious vision to streamline the Ethereum network, aiming to make it as straightforward and efficient as Bitcoin within five years. In a detailed blog post published on May 3, titled “Simplifying the L1,” Buterin outlined a comprehensive strategy to overhaul Ethereum’s architecture, focusing on

IRS Crypto Directors Depart Agency Following DOGE Resignation Offers

IRS Crypto Directors Depart Agency Following DOGE Resignation Offers

In a significant shift for the Internal Revenue Service’s crypto oversight, two key directors, Seth Wilks and Raj Mukherjee, have accepted deferred resignation offers orchestrated by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) which is current headed up by Elon Musk. As of Friday, both officials, instrumental in shaping the

Bitcoin Surges as Institutional Demand and Economic Tailwinds Drive Crypto Market Growth

Bitcoin Surges as Institutional Demand and Economic Tailwinds Drive Crypto Market Growth

The crypto market is experiencing a notable upswing, with Bitcoin leading the charge heading toward $100K. Market sentiment is increasingly optimistic, fueled by a combination of robust institutional investment and favorable macroeconomic conditions. These factors are positioning Bitcoin and the broader crypto ecosystem for sustained growth, despite lingering regulatory uncertainties

Senator Lummis Says President Trump Backs Her Plan to Buy 1 Million Bitcoin

Senator Lummis Says President Trump Backs Her Plan to Buy 1 Million Bitcoin

On May 2, 2025, Senator Cynthia Lummis took to X to share her ongoing advocacy for the BITCOIN Act, a legislative proposal aimed at tackling the United States' staggering 36 trillion dollar national debt. The Wyoming senator, who has been a vocal supporter of Bitcoin since 2013, reintroduced the

Tether Plans U.S. Stablecoin Launch as CEO Strengthens Washington Ties

Tether Plans U.S. Stablecoin Launch as CEO Strengthens Washington Ties

Tether, the world’s leading stablecoin issuer, is gearing up to introduce a U.S.-based stablecoin as early as this year, signaling a strategic push to deepen its presence in the American market. The move comes as Tether’s CEO, Paolo Ardoino, intensifies efforts to build relationships with U.

US Treasury Targets Huione Group for Crypto Laundering and North Korean Hacker Ties

US Treasury Targets Huione Group for Crypto Laundering and North Korean Hacker Ties

The U.S. Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has proposed a significant crackdown on Cambodia based Huione Group, accusing the conglomerate of laundering over $4 billion in illicit funds, including assets tied to North Korean hackers. The proposed rule, submitted under Section 311 of the Patriot Act,

Zano Bay Launches Privacy Driven Decentralized Marketplace on Zano Blockchain

Zano Bay Launches Privacy Driven Decentralized Marketplace on Zano Blockchain

Today the Zano ecosystem got a big boost with the launch of a peer-to-peer marketplace called Zano Bay. This community driven initiative, developed and built by the Zano Bay team independent of the official Zano Project, introduces a secure platform for trading goods and services without intermediaries or mandatory KYC