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Metaplanet Secures $100 Million Loan to Buy More Bitcoin

Metaplanet Secures $100 Million Loan to Buy More Bitcoin

Japan's Metaplanet Inc. continues its aggressive Bitcoin strategy with a fresh $100 million loan, using its substantial Bitcoin holdings as collateral to capitalize on recent market weakness. The Tokyo-based firm executed the borrowing on October 31, drawing from an established credit facility to fund additional Bitcoin purchases. This

Steak ’n Shake Leads Fast Food Industry with First Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

Steak ’n Shake Leads Fast Food Industry with First Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

Steak ’n Shake has taken a big step by launching the first strategic Bitcoin reserve among major U.S. restaurant chains. The initiative directs all Bitcoin payments received at its locations straight into the reserve, signaling a commitment to holding the crypto asset as a core part of its financial

Treasury Secretary Bessent Discloses U.S. Government Has $17 Billion in Bitcoin Holdings

Treasury Secretary Bessent Discloses U.S. Government Has $17 Billion in Bitcoin Holdings

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent shared insights into the government's approach to Bitcoin during a private dinner on October 7 with executives from the Bitcoin mining industry. The gathering included CleanSpark Executive Chairman S. Matthew Schultz and Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott. Discussions ranged from legislative

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Details Future Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Plans

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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Details Future Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Plans

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent appeared on Fox Business Thursday morning to discuss the administration's approach to Bitcoin and gold reserves. In the interview with host Maria Bartiromo, Bessent emphasized that the government has no intention of purchasing additional Bitcoin for the national strategic reserve proposed by

White House Releases Crypto Policy Report, Excludes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, Prioritizes Innovation

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White House Releases Crypto Policy Report, Excludes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, Prioritizes Innovation

On July 30, 2025, the White House's President's Working Group on Digital Asset Markets unveiled a 168-page crypto policy report, fulfilling the 180-day mandate outlined in Executive Order 14178 issued in January. This landmark document presents a pro-innovation regulatory framework designed to cement U.S. leadership

President’s Working Group to Release Crypto Policy Report on July 30

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President’s Working Group to Release Crypto Policy Report on July 30

The President’s Working Group on Digital Asset Markets is set to unveil its highly anticipated cryptocurrency policy report on July 30, as announced by Bo Hines, Executive Director of the President’s Council of Advisors for Digital Assets. Mandated by President Trump’s executive order on January 23, the

US Marshals Service Bitcoin Holdings Far Lower Than Estimated, FOIA Request Reveals

US Marshals Service Bitcoin Holdings Far Lower Than Estimated, FOIA Request Reveals

A recent Freedom of Information Act request has shed new light on the United States government’s Bitcoin holdings, revealing that the U.S. Marshals Service possesses significantly fewer Bitcoins than previously estimated by industry analysts. According to a response from the Department of Justice, the agency holds just 28,

Trump Admin Considers Disclosing US Bitcoin Holdings as Strategic Reserve Plans Advance

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Trump Admin Considers Disclosing US Bitcoin Holdings as Strategic Reserve Plans Advance

The Trump administration is weighing a significant move to enhance transparency in its cryptocurrency strategy by potentially releasing a Treasury Department report detailing the US government’s Bitcoin holdings. Bo Hines, senior advisor to President Trump on digital asset policy, announced on Thursday that the administration might voluntarily publish these

Texas Becomes First State to Commit $10 Million to Bitcoin Treasury Reserve

Texas Becomes First State to Commit $10 Million to Bitcoin Treasury Reserve

Texas has taken a groundbreaking step in the world of crypto by becoming the first U.S. state to establish a publicly funded Bitcoin reserve. Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 21 into law over the weekend, allocating $10 million to purchase Bitcoin and create a state-managed cryptocurrency treasury. This

Pakistan Plans to Launch Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Using Seized Assets

Pakistan Plans to Launch Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Using Seized Assets

Pakistan is charting a new course in its crypto policy, announcing an ambitious plan to establish a national Bitcoin strategic reserve without tapping into public funds. The initiative, spearheaded by the country’s newly formed crypto council, marks a significant departure from Pakistan’s earlier stance, which included a blanket

Conor McGregor Advocates for Irish Bitcoin Strategic Reserve

Conor McGregor Advocates for Irish Bitcoin Strategic Reserve

Conor McGregor, the renowned UFC mixed martial arts fighter, recently took to X to share his vision for an Irish Bitcoin strategic reserve. In a post shared on X, McGregor emphasized the origins of cryptocurrency as a movement to empower individuals by decentralizing financial control. He believes that establishing a

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

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

China Weighs Bitcoin Strategic Reserve in Crypto Regulation Talks

China Weighs Bitcoin Strategic Reserve in Crypto Regulation Talks

China’s increasing stockpile of cryptocurrencies confiscated from illegal activities is driving local governments to seek innovative disposal methods, while prompting urgent calls for clearer regulations from the judiciary and financial sectors. Despite a nationwide ban on cryptocurrency trading, local authorities have turned to private firms to convert seized digital

How U.S. Tariffs and China’s Treasury Sales Are Fueling Bitcoin Reserve Talks

How U.S. Tariffs and China’s Treasury Sales Are Fueling Bitcoin Reserve Talks

The U.S. and China are locked in an economic tug-of-war, with recent U.S. tariffs amplifying tensions and sparking ideas about America’s financial strategy. In April 2025, the U.S. imposed 125% tariffs on Chinese goods, prompting China to accelerate its sale of U.S. Treasuries, including $22.

Federal Agencies Face Bitcoin Holdings Deadline as Transparency Questions Grows

Federal Agencies Face Bitcoin Holdings Deadline as Transparency Questions Grows

A significant deadline approaches for federal agencies tasked with reporting their Bitcoin and crypto holdings to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. According to a White House official, since the deadline date fell on a Saturday, the date was extended to Monday, April 7, following standard federal filing practices. This development has

U.S. Government Prepares to Reveal Bitcoin Holdings as 30-Day Audit Comes to End

U.S. Government Prepares to Reveal Bitcoin Holdings as 30-Day Audit Comes to End

The U.S. government is on the verge of wrapping up a detailed audit of its Bitcoin and cryptocurrency holdings, with an official disclosure slated for April 5, 2025. This move comes as part of a broader push by the Treasury Department and federal agencies to provide transparency into the

President Trump Unveils Vision for U.S. Cryptocurrency Leadership at 2025 Digital Asset Summit

President Trump Unveils Vision for U.S. Cryptocurrency Leadership at 2025 Digital Asset Summit

On March 20, 2025, President Donald Trump took the stage at the Digital Asset Summit in New York, to deliver a compelling address outlining his administration’s ambitious plans for the United States in the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrencies. The summit, running from March 18 to March 20, brought

Bo Hines Reveals Trump Administration’s Goal to Secure as Much Bitcoin as Possible

Bo Hines Reveals Trump Administration’s Goal to Secure as Much Bitcoin as Possible

The Trump administration has set its sights on a transformative economic strategy with the establishment of the Bitcoin reserve. Bo Hines, the Executive Director of the Presidential Council of Advisers for Digital Assets, recently detailed this ambitious initiative in a recorded talk. Appointed by President Donald Trump, Hines officially assumed

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

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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

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

Senator Lummis Reintroduces BITCOIN Act Proposing Major Bitcoin Purchase for Strategic Reserve

Senator Lummis Reintroduces BITCOIN Act Proposing Major Bitcoin Purchase for Strategic Reserve

Earlier today, Senator Cynthia Lummis says she reintroduced the BITCOIN Act during a conference hosted by the Bitcoin Policy Institute. The event, attended by notable figures like Michael Saylor and Vivek Ramaswamy, provided a platform for Lummis to outline her vision for a U.S. strategic Bitcoin reserve. This move

Trump’s Crypto Push Raises Questions About the Euro’s Future

Trump’s Crypto Push Raises Questions About the Euro’s Future

On March 10, 2025, the head of the European Stability Mechanism (ESM), Pierre Gramegna, raised alarms about the growing influence of U.S. cryptocurrency policies under President Donald Trump’s administration. Speaking to Bloomberg News, Gramegna cautioned that Trump’s aggressive promotion of dollar-backed stablecoins could threaten the European Union’

Bo Hines Unveils Federal Plan for Bitcoin Reserve to Strengthen U.S. Economy

Bo Hines Unveils Federal Plan for Bitcoin Reserve to Strengthen U.S. Economy

In an exclusive interview with The Pavlovic Today, Bo Hines, the head of the President’s Council of Advisers on Digital Assets, shared details of a groundbreaking federal initiative aimed at enhancing the nation’s economic stability. The U.S. government, under this plan, intends to acquire Bitcoin (BTC) to

Data Indicates U.S. Government Holds Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tether, and More, in $17 Billion Portfolio

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Data Indicates U.S. Government Holds Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tether, and More, in $17 Billion Portfolio

Recent data from crypto intelligence firm Arkham reveals that the U.S. government currently holds an impressive $17.54 billion in cryptocurrencies, a figure tracked on their dashboard under their "U.S. Government" entity. This substantial portfolio likely stems from criminal investigations, forfeiture proceedings, and similar activities where