The price of bitcoin showed a modest decline on Saturday after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a further increase in global tariffs. The move came despite a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling that struck down earlier trade measures issued under the International…
Could Blue Owl credit stress mark a turning point for Bitcoin?
Concerns in traditional credit markets are once again prompting investors to reassess the role of bitcoin in a period of financial stress. Blue Owl Capital’s decision this week to sell $1.4 billion in loans to meet liquidity needs for investors in a…
How did ProShares GENIUS Money Market ETF hit $17 billion?
A new exchange-traded fund from ProShares has set a milestone in the ETF market, drawing intense attention from both traditional finance and crypto-focused investors. The ProShares GENIUS Money Market ETF, trading on the NYSE under the ticker IQMM, generated $17…
How new SEC guidance on 2% haircuts impacts stablecoins?
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ([SEC]) has issued new guidance that could significantly alter how broker-dealers treat certain stablecoins on their balance sheets. By allowing a standardized “2% haircut” on proprietary positions in eligible stablecoins, the agency is reshaping the regulatory…
Bitcoin ETFs Lose $166M as Five Week Outflows Near $4B Mark
Spot bitcoin ETFs are facing sustained withdrawal pressure, with a five-week streak of outflows now removing nearly $4 billion from the products. Despite the persistent redemptions, bitcoin’s price and broader crypto market capitalization have edged higher, exposing a split between fund flows and…
Ripple CEO expects clearer US crypto rules before month end
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse now puts the odds of the long-discussed Clarity Act passing by the end of April at 90%. His latest comments reflect a growing belief within the crypto sector that U.S. lawmakers may soon deliver clearer rules for digital…
How is Bitcoin mining difficulty reacting to AI data shifts?
Bitcoin mining difficulty has surged to 144.4 trillion (T), marking a 15% rise and the steepest percentage increase since 2021. This adjustment comes after a period of volatility in both network activity and market conditions, highlighting how the system responds…
Will CME Group crypto futures trade all day from May 29?
CME Group is preparing to expand its presence in digital asset derivatives by introducing round-the-clock crypto futures trading on its CME Globex platform. The move, set to begin on May 29, comes as the exchange reports rapid growth in cryptocurrency futures…
Massive Shift in Bitcoin Ownership 2025: Institutions Accumulate 829,000 BTC While Individuals Reduce Holdings
Massive Shift in Bitcoin Ownership 2025: Institutions Accumulate 829,000 BTC While Individuals Reduce Holdings Analysis of River Financial’s February 2026 data reveals significant redistribution of Bitcoin holdings between institutional entities and individual investors throughout 2025, with implications for market structure…
Stablecoin adoption trends in the biggest African economies
Nigeria and South Africa, the biggest African economies, are emerging as major centres of demand for stablecoins, according to new survey data. A report based on responses from thousands of current and prospective crypto users indicates that these two countries are…
Step Finance Hack: $40M Stolen, Platform Shuts Down Permanently
Step Finance Hack: $40M Stolen, Platform Shuts Down Permanently ⚡ Key Highlights Step Finance confirmed…
Vitalik Buterin Unveils Kohaku: The Game-Changing Privacy Framework Revolutionizing Ethereum Wallets in 2025-2026
Buenos Aires, Argentina – In a highly anticipated keynote at Ethereum Cypherpunk Congress 2 on…
