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Fidelity’s Timmer Says Bitcoin May Be Building a Base for the Next Major Move Higher

Fidelity’s Jurrien Timmer thinks Bitcoin may not be cracking under pressure at all — it may be coiling for its next major move higher. The short-term chart can be read as bearish, but the bigger macro setup still looks constructive, with capital apparently rotating between BTC and gold. BTC bounced from $60,033 and later reached […]

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U.S. Military Runs Bitcoin Node for Cybersecurity Tests, Not Mining BTC

The U.S. military is testing Bitcoin as a cybersecurity and cryptography tool, and yes, that means a Bitcoin node is now part of the conversation inside the Pentagon’s orbit. US military and Bitcoin — running a Bitcoin node for monitoring and operational tests Not mining — the focus is Bitcoin security, cryptography, and protocol study […]

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Thailand Proposes Direct Crypto Derivatives Licenses in SEC Licensing Revamp

Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission is moving to make crypto derivatives licensing less of a bureaucratic maze, and that could open the door wider for regulated futures trading in the country. Thailand SEC proposes direct derivatives licensing for crypto firms Separate legal entity requirement could be removed Public comment runs until May 20 Goal: wider […]

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Bernstein: Quantum Computing Is Not a Current Threat to Bitcoin Security

Bernstein says quantum computing is not shaking Bitcoin security right now — and that’s the sane take. The quantum panic cycle keeps coming back like bad code, but BTC’s cryptography is still standing, and there’s a big gap between scary theoretical math and a machine that can actually break Bitcoin. Bernstein’s view: quantum computing is […]

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Brian Armstrong Urges Washington to Pass the Clarity Act for Clear Crypto Rules

Brian Armstrong wants Washington to stop dithering and pass the Clarity Act, a move he says would give the U.S. crypto sector something it has been starved of for years: actual rules. Clearer crypto rules — less guesswork, fewer ambushes SEC vs. CFTC fight — the same old jurisdictional tug-of-war Builder relief — predictable laws […]

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US Military Commander Says Bitcoin Could Boost National Security and Cybersecurity

A top US military commander is now openly arguing that Bitcoin is more than a speculative asset — it may also be a strategic tool for national security, cybersecurity, and geopolitical power. Bitcoin framed as a national security asset Foreign mining hardware seen as a supply-chain risk Proof-of-work discussed as a cybersecurity mechanism North Korea, […]

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Bitcoin Coinbase Premium Stays Positive as U.S. Spot Demand Drives Rally Above $78K

Bitcoin’s Coinbase premium has stayed positive for 14 straight days, and that usually means U.S. buyers are still showing up with real spot demand while BTC keeps grinding higher above $78,000. 14-day positive Coinbase premium U.S. spot demand still leading the charge Short liquidations are fueling the squeeze Geopolitics, regulation, and infrastructure upgrades are all […]

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Russia Recognizes Bitcoin as Property, Keeps Domestic Crypto Payments Banned

Russia’s parliament has moved to recognize crypto as property while banning its use for domestic payments, drawing a hard line between legal ownership and real monetary freedom. Bitcoin and Ethereum get property status Domestic crypto payments stay banned Cross-border use and mining are allowed under rules The Bank of Russia gets broad control The State […]

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US Military Takes Bitcoin Seriously as INDOPACOM Sees Strategic Value

Bitcoin is moving from trader chatter into US military thinking, and that’s a far more serious development than most people expected. US Indo-Pacific Command leaders are openly discussing Bitcoin’s strategic value. Adm. Samuel Paparo called BTC an “incredible” computer science tool. The framing is shifting toward cybersecurity, deterrence, and national security. In a Senate exchange […]

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European Banks Risk Losing Customers Over Crypto Access Gap, Survey Finds

European banks may be pushing crypto-hungry customers into the arms of rivals. A new Boerse Stuttgart Digital survey suggests demand for Bitcoin and other digital assets is rising across Europe faster than traditional banks are adapting, even though the EU’s MiCA framework has already cleared up much of the regulatory fog. 42% of business investors […]

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Strategy Buys Another $1.1B in Bitcoin as Corporate Treasury Bet Deepens

Strategy has made another massive Bitcoin purchase, adding $1.1 billion worth of BTC to its treasury and reinforcing its status as the loudest corporate Bitcoin buyer on the planet. $1.1 billion BTC acquisition deepens Strategy’s treasury bet Third-largest purchase in the company’s Bitcoin buying history Corporate Bitcoin treasury thesis keeps gaining traction Volatility risk remains […]

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SEC Shifts Crypto Regulation Stance Amid Iran Tensions and DeFi Exploits

SEC Signals Regulatory Rethink for Crypto as Markets Face Geopolitical and Security Headwinds The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has hinted at a seismic shift in how it handles cryptocurrency regulation, with Chair Paul Atkins declaring an end to the controversial “regulation by enforcement” approach. This potential pivot toward structured rulemaking brings a flicker […]

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Bitcoin & Ethereum Inflows Hit $15B on Binance, Coinbase: Sell-Off Risk or Market Shift?

Bitcoin and Ethereum Inflows Surge on Binance and Coinbase: Market Shift or Sell-Off Signal? A staggering wave of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) has poured into major cryptocurrency exchanges Binance and Coinbase, reaching levels unseen since February. With BTC holding firm above $76,000 and ETH trading near $2,300, these inflows—totaling a jaw-dropping $15 billion combined—hint […]

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Liz Truss Champions Bitcoin as Weapon Against Central Bank Tyranny

Liz Truss Declares Bitcoin the Ultimate Weapon Against Central Bank Tyranny Can Bitcoin truly dismantle the iron grip of central banks? Former U.K. Prime Minister Liz Truss believes it can, and she’s not mincing words. In a fiery endorsement, Truss has positioned Bitcoin as a revolutionary force to challenge the unchecked power of financial giants […]

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MIT’s Neha Narula Proposes Quantum-Safe Bitcoin Fix with P2MR Soft Fork

How MIT’s Neha Narula Aims to Shield Bitcoin from Quantum Threats Quantum computing could be Bitcoin’s Achilles’ heel, threatening to shatter the cryptographic security that underpins the world’s leading cryptocurrency. Neha Narula, director of the MIT Digital Currency Initiative, has stepped into the ring with an actionable roadmap to protect Bitcoin from this looming danger. […]

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Bitcoin Surges Past $75,700: Market Dominance Nears 60% with Record Volume

Bitcoin Rockets Past $75,700: Dominance Nears 60% Amid Surging Momentum Bitcoin (BTC) has smashed through another ceiling, peaking at $75,711.10 and maintaining a solid stance above $75,000 with a 1.61% gain over the last 24 hours. Fueled by a staggering $38.36 billion in spot trading volume and a market dominance climbing to 59.50%, this rally […]

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US Crypto Adoption Spikes in March 2023: Bitcoin Dominates the Rebound

US Crypto Adoption Surges in March 2023: Bitcoin Leads the Charge March 2023 proved to be a turning point for cryptocurrency in the United States, with adoption rates climbing after months of market doldrums and regulatory headwinds. Bitcoin, the pioneer of decentralized finance, continues to hold its crown as the dominant force, outshining altcoins and […]

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Institutional Investors Pour $2.5B into Bitcoin, Fueling April Price Hype and Debate

Institutional Investors Inject $2.5 Billion into Bitcoin, Igniting April Price Speculation Bitcoin has captured headlines once again as institutional investors have funneled a staggering $2.5 billion into the cryptocurrency, sparking bullish sentiment and lofty price targets for April. This monumental investment underscores Bitcoin’s growing acceptance in traditional finance, yet it also brings to light pressing […]

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