💰 Strive adds 1,800 bitcoins and rises in corporate rankings
Reports say that Strive, known for its focus on active investing, has added 1,800 Bitcoin to its balance sheet. In doing so, the company overtakes its peer Bullish and rises in the rankings of companies holding Bitcoin.
🔗 Cardano integrates into Blockforce platform for transparency
Blockforce has announced the integration of the Cardano blockchain as a proof layer in its supply chain tracking platform. This collaboration aims to enhance transparency and accountability in tracking products and processes, highlighting blockchain applications in real-world business solutions.
📈 Crypto projects record all-time highs in token buybacks
A report showed that crypto projects have spent nearly $638 million on token buybacks so far this year, a new record. Hyperliquid and Pump.fun accounted for the vast majority of these amounts, as protocols seek to return more value to token holders through this mechanism.
⚖️ AMC CEO criticizes Robinhood's token stock plan
AMC's CEO expressed strong criticism of Robinhood's plans related to tokenized stocks, pointing to concerns about them being unregistered or unregulated. The executive said he intends to seek an investigation from outside securities legal counsel on the matter.
📈 U.S. Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds Record Massive Inflows
Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States saw their biggest day of cash inflows since last January, recording $731 million. Analysts attributed the surge to comments from Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller, described as “dovish,” regarding monetary policy.
🏛️ Association of Police Ends Opposition to Cryptocurrency Bill
The National Association of Police in the United States has ended its opposition to the main cryptocurrency bill. This shift comes after months of review, signaling potential momentum to move the legislation forward before the Senate vote scheduled for this month. The decision reflects efforts to dispel concerns related to the regulatory complexities of digital currencies.
📈 Bitcoin maintains its stability amid anticipation of economic data
Bitcoin, along with Ethereum and other digital currencies, continued its weekly gains as markets awaited the U.S. non-farm payrolls (NFP) report. Bitcoin continues to trade above its key moving averages, reflecting traders' interest in its current levels.
🇸🇻 The International Monetary Fund clarifies the sources of funding for El Salvador’s Bitcoin holdings
The International Monetary Fund stated that Bitcoin purchases announced by El Salvador after June 2025 were financed by private donations. This clarification comes after questions regarding El Salvador’s announcement of additional cryptocurrency holdings, confirming that public funds were not used in these purchases.
💼 BlackRock clients acquire a large amount of Bitcoin
Reports indicated that clients associated with BlackRock purchased $454 million worth of Bitcoin in a single transaction. This move reflects growing institutional interest in digital assets and their potential role in diversifying investment portfolios, highlighting the increasing adoption of cryptocurrencies more broadly.
🇸🇻 International Monetary Fund: Economic growth performance exceeded expectations in El Salvador
The International Monetary Fund indicated that El Salvador's economic performance surpassed expectations, attributing this to economic reforms and efforts to improve security. This development enhances investor confidence and points to the possibility of achieving sustainable growth and reducing poverty rates in the country.
⚖️ SEC seeks opinions on innovative exchange-traded funds
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is requesting public feedback on new and innovative exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This move aims to evaluate current regulatory frameworks and keep pace with developments in the financial landscape, which could affect innovation and market dynamics.
The International Monetary Fund has reached a preliminary agreement with El Salvador on a $1.3 billion credit facility over three years. This agreement comes as part of support for macroeconomic stability and the promotion of inclusive growth in the country, following ongoing discussions about El Salvador’s economic and financial challenges.
Recent data has shown that the Tron network has surpassed Ethereum to become the largest network hosting the USDT stablecoin. The total supply of USDT on the Tron network has risen to around $94 billion, indicating notable growth in the network’s use for Tether.
⛏️ Bitcoin mining company moves toward artificial intelligence with massive contracts
A bitcoin mining company has redirected its facilities to host artificial intelligence operations, as part of an agreement that could exceed $1.2 billion, with the potential to generate even greater revenue through capacity expansion options. This shift points to growing interest in combining digital asset mining infrastructure with the computing demands of artificial intelligence.
Stablecoin markets are undergoing a period of evolution, with the focus moving from merely issuance and liquidity provision to enhancing payment mechanisms and practical use cases. The report highlights the growing competition among stablecoins to become an integral part of the digital financial infrastructure, reflecting the sector’s maturity and its need for effective and reliable payment solutions.
Shares of companies related to cryptocurrencies saw a noticeable increase, coinciding with Bitcoin price movements and investors shifting their attention toward upcoming monetary policy developments. This comes amid market anticipation of central bank decisions and their potential impact on the digital assets environment.
⚖️ Commodity Futures Trading Commission Requests Dismissal of CME Group Lawsuit Over Perpetual Futures
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has filed a motion to dismiss the lawsuit brought by CME Group, which concerns the agency’s policies on perpetual cryptocurrency futures. Attorneys for the agency argued that CME Group failed to demonstrate that it suffered any financial harm as a result of these policies.
⚡️ Federal Reserve comments affect cryptocurrency markets
Cryptocurrency markets saw notable activity following remarks about monetary policy from a U.S. Federal Reserve official. These statements drew investor attention, alongside Bitcoin exchange-traded funds nearing important steps in the market.
🔍 Fidelity report sparks debate about Bitcoin security in the quantum computing era
Fidelity Digital Assets, the specialized digital assets arm of Fidelity Investments, released a research report highlighting the potential challenges that Bitcoin network security may face as quantum computing advances. The report discusses ongoing efforts within the Bitcoin developer community to address these potential future risks.
🇬🇧 Bitwise partners with Hargreaves Lansdown to launch Bitcoin trading products in the UK
Digital asset management company Bitwise announced its partnership with Hargreaves Lansdown, one of the largest investment platforms in the UK. This partnership aims to provide specialized Bitcoin trading products (ETPs) to investors in the British market, potentially expanding retail investors' investment options in digital assets.