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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.

How Fetch.ai Is Shaping the Future of Decentralized AI

Artificial Intelligence

How Fetch.ai Is Shaping the Future of Decentralized AI

The Bitcoin and crypto landscape is undergoing a transformation, driven by the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). This technology is colliding with blockchain, another groundbreaking innovation, to create a powerful synergy that’s reshaping industries and redefining organizational operations. As businesses increasingly integrate artificial intelligence into their systems, they face

Solana Celebrates Five Years of Blockchain Innovation and Growth

Solana Celebrates Five Years of Blockchain Innovation and Growth

On March 16, 2025, the Solana blockchain marked its fifth anniversary, reflecting on a remarkable journey since its launch on Block 0 in March 2020. The platform’s significant achievements include processing over 408 billion transactions, maintaining a network of more than 1,300 validators, and achieving a decentralized exchange

Why Bitcoin’s Quantum Computing Dilemma Could Spell Doom If Controversial Soft-Fork Happens

Quantum Computing

Why Bitcoin’s Quantum Computing Dilemma Could Spell Doom If Controversial Soft-Fork Happens

The rise of quantum computing has ignited a fresh controversy in the Bitcoin community, with a prominent figure advocating a drastic measure that some fear could threaten the cryptocurrency’s foundational principles. Jameson Lopp, a well-known Bitcoin developer, published an essay titled “Against Allowing Quantum Recovery of Bitcoin,” proposing

Crypto Market Stumbles as Bitcoin and Ethereum Face Downward Pressure

Crypto Market Stumbles as Bitcoin and Ethereum Face Downward Pressure

The crypto market took a noticeable hit on Sunday, with its global valuation slipping by 2.02% to land at $2.69 trillion. Leading the declines were major players like Bitcoin and Ethereum, which struggled to maintain their footing as losses rippled across the digital asset landscape. Bitcoin, the market’

Argentina Unveils Robust Crypto Oversight Framework to Boost Transparency

Argentina Unveils Robust Crypto Oversight Framework to Boost Transparency

Argentina is stepping into the spotlight of global cryptocurrency with a freshly minted regulatory framework designed to tighten oversight of virtual asset service providers (VASPs). Known as Resolution No. 1058, this initiative from the country’s Comisión Nacional de Valores (CNV) introduces a comprehensive set of rules aimed at ensuring

UK Crime Agency Officer Accused of Stealing 50 Bitcoin in 2017, Now Worth $4.2 Million

UK Crime Agency Officer Accused of Stealing 50 Bitcoin in 2017, Now Worth $4.2 Million

In a striking development from the United Kingdom, prosecutors have accused a National Crime Agency officer of pilfering 50 Bitcoin back in 2017, a theft that has ballooned in value over the years. The Crown Prosecution Services has greenlit Merseyside Police to bring charges against Paul Chowles, a 42-year-

MoonPay Bolsters Dominance with Strategic Acquisition of Stablecoin Platform Iron

MoonPay Bolsters Dominance with Strategic Acquisition of Stablecoin Platform Iron

In a move that solidifies its position as a leader in the web3, MoonPay has announced its acquisition of Iron, a cutting-edge stablecoin infrastructure developer. The deal comes just months after MoonPay’s purchase of Helio, a cryptocurrency payments platform, signaling the company’s aggressive push to expand its

Steak ‘n Shake Sparks Buzz with Bitcoin Payment Tease

Steak ‘n Shake Sparks Buzz with Bitcoin Payment Tease

Fast food giant Steak ‘n Shake has once again stirred the pot with a tantalizing hint at embracing Bitcoin payments. On March 7, 2025, the chain took to X with a simple yet provocative question: “Should Steak ‘n Shake accept Bitcoin?” The post quickly caught fire, drawing many social media

BNY Mellon Teams Up with Circle to Boost USDC Stablecoin Services

BNY Mellon Teams Up with Circle to Boost USDC Stablecoin Services

In a bold step toward uniting the worlds of traditional finance and decentralized finance, Bank of New York (BNY) Mellon, the oldest financial institution in the United States, has announced an expanded partnership with Circle, the company behind the USD Coin (USDC) stablecoin. This collaboration marks a significant advancement in

Lawmaker Pushes to Lock In Trump’s Strategic Bitcoin Reserve with New Legislation

Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

Lawmaker Pushes to Lock In Trump’s Strategic Bitcoin Reserve with New Legislation

A bold move is underway in Washington as U.S. Representative Byron Donalds, a Republican from Florida, prepares to unveil legislation aimed at securing President Donald Trump’s Bitcoin reserve and national stockpile for the long haul. Sources close to the matter reveal that this bill is designed to enshrine

Three Arrows Capital Secures Court Approval to Boost FTX Claim to $1.53 Billion

Three Arrows Capital Secures Court Approval to Boost FTX Claim to $1.53 Billion

In a significant development in the crypto industry, a United States bankruptcy court has granted Three Arrows Capital (3AC), a now-defunct crypto hedge fund previously run by Kyle Davies and Su Zhu, permission to expand its financial claim against the collapsed exchange FTX to $1.53 billion; FTX was

Zano Joins Bitcoin.com Wallet, Advancing Privacy in Crypto

Zano Joins Bitcoin.com Wallet, Advancing Privacy in Crypto

Zano, a layer-1 blockchain dedicated to confidential assets and private decentralized applications, has found a new home within an established Bitcoin and cryptocurrency ecosystem. This integration with Bitcoin.com introduces a privacy-centric tool that empowers users to manage their financial data with enhanced control. It also advances the

How Russia Is Using Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Stablecoins to Power Its Oil Trade with China and India

How Russia Is Using Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Stablecoins to Power Its Oil Trade with China and India

Russia has quietly turned to cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Tether to facilitate its massive oil trade with China and India, a move aimed at navigating around Western sanctions, according to Reuters. This development marks a shift in how the country handles its $192 billion oil market, as reported by

Solana Community Rejects Proposal to Cut $3.5 Billion Token Expense in Historic Vote

Solana Community Rejects Proposal to Cut $3.5 Billion Token Expense in Historic Vote

On Thursday, Solana stakeholders voted down a proposal that would have reduced the annual allocation of $3.5 billion in tokens awarded to stakers, marking a significant moment for the blockchain’s decentralized governance. Known as SIMD-0228, the proposal aimed to adjust the token rewards system by lowering emissions

Tracking the Source of El Salvador’s Bitcoin Reserve to Bitfinex

Tracking the Source of El Salvador’s Bitcoin Reserve to Bitfinex

In a surprising twist, a recent blockchain analysis has tracked the origins of El Salvador’s Bitcoin reserve back to a single entity: Bitfinex, a crypto exchange led by Paolo Ardoino and Giancarlo Devasini. According to the findings published by ElSalvador.com, all 6,111 of the 6,114 Bitcoins

U.S. Treasury Taps Crypto Leaders for Bitcoin Reserve Custody Plan

U.S. Treasury Taps Crypto Leaders for Bitcoin Reserve Custody Plan

The U.S. Treasury Department recently took a significant step toward shaping the future of the nation’s Bitcoin reserve by consulting with leaders from three prominent cryptocurrency custody firms. Sources familiar with the discussions revealed that these meetings, held earlier this week, aimed to address the complex challenge of

Latest Silk Road Seizure Nets $62.5 Million in Bitcoin for US Government

Latest Silk Road Seizure Nets $62.5 Million in Bitcoin for US Government

In a significant move underscoring the long reach of law enforcement, U.S. authorities have confiscated approximately 749 Bitcoin, valued at $62.5 million, linked to drug trafficking and money laundering activities from the infamous Silk Road marketplace. The seizure, reported by Forbes, was authorized by the U.S. Attorney

Bitcoin Price Struggles Near $80,000 as Global Trade Tensions Escalate

Bitcoin Price Struggles Near $80,000 as Global Trade Tensions Escalate

Bitcoin has faced a challenging day, hovering around the $80,000 mark as international trade disputes cast a shadow over the crypto market. The digital asset, currently priced at $80,183.45, has experienced a modest decline of over the past 24 hours and a more noticeable drop of 8.

Telegram Crypto Wallet Unveils Trading and Yield Features for Users

Telegram Crypto Wallet Unveils Trading and Yield Features for Users

Telegram’s crypto wallet, developed by third-party company The Open Platform (TOP), has rolled out new features that expand its capabilities beyond simple messaging integration. The latest updates bring multi-asset trading and yield options to users of the wallet, which operates on the TON blockchain. Originally launched in

Trump Family in Talks to Acquire Stake in Binance After Crypto Exchange’s Legal Settlement

Trump Family in Talks to Acquire Stake in Binance After Crypto Exchange’s Legal Settlement

The Trump family has engaged in discussions to acquire a financial stake in the U.S. division of Binance, a prominent crypto exchange, according to the Wall Street Journal. This potential partnership comes after Binance admitted guilt in 2023 for breaching anti-money-laundering regulations. Simultaneously, Changpeng Zhao, Binance’s

Argentine Lawyers Seek Interpol Arrest of Hayden Davis in LIBRA memecoin crackdown

Argentine Lawyers Seek Interpol Arrest of Hayden Davis in LIBRA memecoin crackdown

Hayden Mark Davis, the American entrepreneur behind the controversial Libra memecoin, is now the prime target of Argentine authorities as they unravel a multimillion-dollar fraud investigation. On March 12, 2025, Gregorio Dalbón, a prominent Argentine lawyer, submitted a formal request to prosecutor Eduardo Taiano in Buenos Aires, calling for

Congress Overturns IRS Crypto Rules, Boosting Digital Asset Innovation

Congress Overturns IRS Crypto Rules, Boosting Digital Asset Innovation

In a significant victory for the cryptocurrency industry, Congress has taken decisive action to dismantle controversial IRS regulations that many feared were choking the growth of digital assets in the United States. On March 11, 2025, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.J. Res. 25, a resolution aimed

Venice AI Burns $100 Million in Unclaimed VVV Tokens After Airdrop Ends

Artificial Intelligence

Venice AI Burns $100 Million in Unclaimed VVV Tokens After Airdrop Ends

The Venice community airdrop has officially wrapped up. On Wednesday, roughly $100 million worth of unclaimed VVV tokens were permanently burned, removing them from circulation forever. This move underscores Venice’s commitment to its vision as a private, censorship-resistant artificial intelligence platform. Built on the Ethereum Layer 2 Base

Bolivia Embraces Crypto to Address Import Issues Amid Dollar and Fuel Shortages

Bolivia Embraces Crypto to Address Import Issues Amid Dollar and Fuel Shortages

In a bold move to address mounting economic pressures, Bolivia’s state owned energy company, YPFB, has turned to cryptocurrency to facilitate payments for energy imports. This decision comes as the landlocked South American nation grapples with a severe shortage of U.S. dollars and fuel, a crisis that has

LIBRA Co-Creator Hayden Davis Accused of Cashing Out Millions in Alleged Stolen Funds

LIBRA Co-Creator Hayden Davis Accused of Cashing Out Millions in Alleged Stolen Funds

In an interesting discovery, Hayden Davis, the co-creator of the controversial LIBRA memecoin, has reportedly cashed out over $1.6 million in what some are calling illicit gains. Crypto and blockchain analyst known as “Dethective” has brought these claims to light, alleging that Davis exploited funds tied to LIBRA