Bitcoin Team

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.

Ross Ulbricht

Ross Ulbricht Collection Unveiled at Bitcoin Conference 2025: A Glimpse into a Historic Auction

The Bitcoin Conference in Las Vegas has become a focal point for the crypto community, and this year, it hosts a unique event that bridges history, art, and advocacy. On May 8, 2025, Scarce.City announced the display of the Ross Ulbricht Collection, a set of 13 deeply personal items

Exchange

German Authorities Seize $38 Million in Crypto from eXch Exchange Amid Criminal Probe

German federal authorities have confiscated over $38 million in digital assets from the now-defunct eXch crypto exchange, a platform accused of facilitating criminal activities. The seizure, announced by the Frankfurt Prosecutor General’s Office, occurred on April 30, just one day before the exchange ceased operations. This move underscores

Bitcoin

Steak ‘n Shake Starts Accepting Bitcoin Payments at All Fast Food Locations

Steak 'n Shake has announced that the chain will begin accepting Bitcoin payments at all its fast food locations starting May 16. Shared via a post on X, the decision positions Steak 'n Shake as a forward-thinking player, potentially setting a precedent for other dining establishments. With

Markets

Bitcoin Hits $103K as Institutional Investment Ignites Crypto Rally

A surge of institutional investment is propelling the market forward, with Bitcoin hitting $103,475 and cementing its bullish momentum. Coinbase’s $2.9 billion acquisition of Deribit marks a pivotal moment, amplifying competition in the crypto derivatives sector and drawing significant investor attention. Ethereum is also thriving, with its

XRP

XRP Lobbying Sparks Trump Truth Social Post and White House Exile for Lobbyist Ballard

In a dramatic turn at Mar-a-Lago, President Donald Trump’s decision to promote a Bitcoin Strategic Reserve and Digital Assets Reserve initiative on Truth Social back in March, has led to the exile of one of his closest allies, lobbyist Brian Ballard. The incident, which unfolded in early

Legal

Former Celsius CEO Alex Mashinsky Sentenced to 12 Years for Crypto Fraud in Landmark Case

On May 8, 2025, Alex Mashinsky, the former CEO of Celsius Network, received a 12-year prison sentence for his role in a significant crypto fraud scheme. Mashinsky, who had been a prominent figure in the crypto space, pleaded guilty in December 2024 to charges of commodities fraud and securities

Bitcoin

Bitcoin Surpasses $100K Again as Trade Talks Fuel Market Optimism

Bitcoin achieved a significant milestone on Thursday morning, crossing the $100,000 threshold for the first time since February 4. This marks a notable recovery for the world’s largest cryptocurrency, which had dipped to a local low of $76,320 on April 8, according to market data. The recent

CBDC

Bolivia Announces Plans for CBDC to Streamline Cross-Border Payments

Bolivia’s Central Bank, under the leadership of President Edwin Rojas Ulo, is forging ahead with plans to introduce a digital currency known as the “virtual boliviano,” set to debut during the nation’s bicentennial independence celebration on August 6, 2025. This initiative, designed to modernize the country’s payment

Coinbase

Coinbase Acquires Deribit to Lead Global Crypto Derivatives Market

Coinbase has announced a landmark agreement to acquire Deribit, the world’s leading crypto options exchange, in a move that significantly strengthens its position in the global derivatives market. Valued at approximately $2.9 billion, the acquisition combines $700 million in cash with 11 million shares of Coinbase Class A

Bitcoin

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

Bitcoin

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

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

Markets

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

Bitcoin

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

Solana

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

Silk Road

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

Bitcoin

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,

CZ

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

Markets

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

Crime

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

Crypto

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

Blockchain

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

Bitcoin

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

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,

Tron

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