On Oct. 31, 2008, while most of the world was carving pumpkins and collecting candy, an anonymous coder dropped something far more enduring into the void: a nine-page white paper that redefined money itself. The Night the Mask Slipped—Just Enough Halloween is a holiday of masks, shadows, and transformations—an almost poetic date for a pseudonym […]
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Nordea will allow customers to trade a Coinshares‑manufactured bitcoin synthetic ETP on its platforms from December 2025. Nordea announced on October 30, 2025, that it will permit customers in the Nordics to trade an externally manufactured crypto‑linked product — a synthetic exchange‑traded product (ETP) with bitcoin as the underlying asset — produced by Coinshares International […]
Mastercard is in late‑stage talks to acquire Zerohash for roughly $1.5–$2 billion, according to sources. Sources tell Fortune that Mastercard is negotiating to buy Chicago‑based Zerohash, a 2017‑founded stablecoin and blockchain infrastructure provider, in a deal valued between $1.5 billion and $2 billion; the discussions are reported to be late‑stage but could still fall through, […]
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Gamesquare will deploy part of its ethereum holdings on Katana via Dialectic to generate sustainable decentralized finance (DeFi) onchain yield. Gamesquare announced that Dialectic will manage deployment of a portion of the company’s ethereum ( ETH) treasury into Katana, a DeFi‑focused blockchain incubated by Polygon Labs and GSR, as part of a broader onchain strategy […]
Taurus expands into the United States with a New York office to support institutional digital‑asset adoption. Taurus, a Swiss‑regulated digital asset infrastructure provider, announces the opening of a New York office on October 29, 2025, marking its second North American base after Vancouver, Canada and signaling U.S. expansion amid clearer regulatory conditions. The firm supports […]
Terminal Finance, a new decentralized exchange incubated by Ethena, has attracted over $280 million in pre-deposit total value locked. The Structural Difference: Code Over Custody In the wake of centralized exchange (CEX) failures and allegations of opaque governance following the market crash on Oct. 10, the debate over decentralized resilience has reached a fever pitch. […]
Western Union has announced a significant pivot into digital assets with plans to launch its own U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin in the first half of 2026. USDPT Details and Launch Plan Western Union, one of the world’s oldest payment networks, has announced plans to launch a U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin, which aims to revolutionize cross-border money transfers […]
Polygon Labs teams with Manifold Trading to deploy institutional‑grade liquidity management across Polygon Decentralized Finance (DeFi). Polygon Labs and Manifold Trading announced a collaboration, where Manifold will deploy quantitative market‑making and on‑chain arbitrage across major Polygon decentralized exchanges to improve price efficiency, reduce cross‑venue dislocations, and provide continuous two‑sided liquidity. The partnership targets Polygon’s DeFi […]
Bitcoin is currently priced at $114,500, with a total market capitalization of $2.28 trillion and a 24-hour trading volume clocking in at $49.29 billion. The intraday price range stretched between $113,599 and $115,755, giving traders just enough rope to swing but not quite enough to lasso a breakout. Bitcoin Chart Outlook Starting with the 1-day […]
KR1 plans to move its listing to the London Stock Exchange as UK regulators ease crypto rules. KR1, a crypto staking and investment firm founded in 2014 and based on the Isle of Man, is preparing to transfer its listing from Aquis to the London Stock Exchange main market next month, co‑founder Keld Van Schreven […]
Major study finds 61% of retail investors in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland plan to increase allocations to tokenized funds. A joint study by Aptos Labs and Boston Consulting Group (BCG), published October 28, 2025 in Hong Kong, finds 61% of retail fund investors in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland plan to double […]
President Trump recently referenced the possibility of running for a third term, fueling speculation about its likelihood. Traders on Polymarket, a leading prediction platform, still consider it unlikely, assigning it a 13% chance. Trump Third Term Deemed Unlikely by Polymarket Traders The Facts The idea of an additional term run for Trump has reached mainstream […]
With a market capitalization sitting at $2.30 trillion and a 24-hour trading volume of $19.94 billion, bitcoin is flexing both muscle and mystery. Trading within an intraday range of $113,083 to $116,381, the price action today reads less like a breakout and more like a chess match. Bitcoin Chart Outlook On the daily chart, bitcoin […]
As part of its 19th sanctions package against Russia, the EU included measures targeting the use of crypto to circumvent sanctions. A7A5, a Russian ruble‑pegged stablecoin that registered over $1 billion in daily transaction volume, was subject to a transaction ban. Russian Ruble Stablecoin Included in Latest EU Sanctions Package The Facts: The European Union […]
Japan’s first yen‑pegged stablecoin JPYC and its issuance/redemption platform JPYC EX begin operations on October 27, 2025, enabling 1:1 yen redemption and onchain transfers. JPYC Co., Ltd. (Tokyo) announces that, after registering as a funds transfer service provider under Japan’s Payment Services Act on August 18, 2025, it begins issuing Japan’s first yen‑pegged stablecoin “JPYC” […]
Ethereum on Sunday, Oct. 26, is standing at $4,070 per unit, moving within an intraday range of $3,926 to $4,081.90, while racking up $16.27 billion in trading volume and holding a market cap of $489 billion. The asset is testing overhead resistance with renewed momentum, though its long-term trend remains mixed across technical indicators. Ethereum […]
Bitcoin is flexing its digital muscles at $113,710, backed by a $2.25 trillion market cap and a cool $26.39 billion in 24-hour trading volume. With prices bouncing between $111,216 and $113,800 today, it seems the world’s largest cryptocurrency is doing its best impression of a tightrope walker—with laser eyes. Bitcoin Chart Outlook On the daily […]
Surprise CZ pardon, Tempo’s $500M raise, Gold’s biggest crash since 2013, bitcoin options’ record open interest, and Arthur Hayes’ $1M bitcoin prophecy in this Week in Review. Week in Review Surprise CZ pardon sent BNB up nearly 6% after President Trump’s pardon of Binance founder, a move that split Crypto Twitter; Stripe-backed Tempo raised $500M […]
Alpha Arena, an experiment that began on Oct. 18 and features six AI chatbots making cryptocurrency trades, has shown Asian models outperforming their Western counterparts. Currently Qwen and Deepseek lead the competition, while GPT‑5 has performed the worst so far. Alpha Arena Competition Shows Supremacy of Asian AI Models in Trading The Facts: Alpha Arena, […]
Bitcoin is currently trading at $111,605 with a market capitalization of $2.22 trillion and a 24-hour trading volume of $40.44 billion. The intraday price range has remained narrow, hovering between $109,873 and $111,790, signaling a market in waiting mode—but not asleep at the wheel. Bitcoin Chart Outlook On the daily chart, bitcoin is attempting to […]
This article represents the personal views of Robin Burns; offering insights into how regulation influences user behaviour, platform access, and why personal choice continues to shape how people engage with online services across borders. I’ve been watching how jurisdictional rules affect digital platforms for some time now, and it’s remarkable how much geography still determines […]
Experts believe simply acquiring and holding bitcoin is no longer sufficient for bitcoin treasury companies seeking to emulate Strategy’s success. Deeper Disillusionment Beyond Bitcoin Price Volatility The high-risk strategy of bitcoin treasury companies trying to replicate the pioneer Strategy’s success is failing to launch, with massive investor losses showing that this model isn’t a simple […]
Bitcoin ETFs returned to positive territory with a modest $20 million inflow, while ether ETFs extended their losses with $128 million in outflows. Crypto ETFs Split Paths as Bitcoin Rises but Ether Retreats With $128 Million Outflow The crypto exchange-traded fund (ETF) market showed a tale of two assets on Thursday, Oct. 23, with bitcoin […]Disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. If you click a link and make a purchase or sign up for a service, Bitcoin.com may receive a commission. Our editorial content is independent and based on objective analysis. As traders prepare for 2026, the top crypto exchanges 2025 continue to define what transparency, innovation, and security mean […]
Swiss Sygnum Bank and bitcoin-backed lending platform Debifi announced a partnership to launch MultiSYG, a Bitcoin‑native 3‑of‑5 multi‑signature lending solution that the firms say will be the first from a regulated bank to let borrowers draw fiat loans against onchain verifiable bitcoin collateral while retaining distributed key control. The product, slated for H1 2026, aims […]
This article represents the personal views of Robin Burns; offering insights into how players can adapt to changing rules and maintain control while enjoying online gaming responsibly. I’ve been following the changes in the Dutch gambling market closely, and I believe the landscape has transformed more in the past few years than in the previous […]
XDC Ventures, the investment arm of the XDC Network, announced the acquisition of Contour Network, reviving the blockchain platform for digitized letters of credit (LCs) and combining Contour’s global bank consortium with XDC’s hybrid Layer‑1 settlement rails. The deal positions XDC as an institutional gateway for tokenized trade finance and real‑world asset settlement, with co‑founder […]
The Liechtenstein Trust Integrity Network (LTIN) has launched as a sovereign blockchain infrastructure network offering regulatory‑compliant services for enterprises and institutions, operating under Liechtenstein’s Blockchain Act (TVTG) with full alignment to the EU Markets in Crypto‑Assets Regulation (MiCAR). The majority‑state‑owned initiative is led by Telecom Liechtenstein with launch partners Bank Frick, Bitcoin Suisse, Solstice and […]
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SEAL announced a coalition with Metamask, Walletconnect, Backpack and Phantom on October 2025 to deploy a global, real‑time phishing protection network for wallet end users using SEAL’s Verifiable Phishing Reports technology, which lets anyone submit cryptographically attested phishing reports. The system automates and trustlessly processes real‑time submissions to bypass advanced cloaking and integrates feeds into […]
Safello, a cryptocurrency exchange focused on the Nordic countries, is sponsoring the Swedish Cup in Counter‑Strike 2025, Sweden’s largest national esports tournament taking place in November 2025 and culminating with finals in Stockholm. The partnership marks Safello’s first esports sponsorship and will feature the brand across Fragbite Group channels, Expressen, and live broadcasts on Twitch, […]
Bitcoin ( BTC) briefly dropped to $107,460 on Oct. 21, erasing recent gains and pushing weekly losses to nearly 3%. SpaceX’s $270 Million Treasury Transfer In the early hours of Oct. 21, bitcoin ( BTC) briefly dropped to $107,460 before recovering above $108,000. The drop all but erased gains made just a day earlier when […]
Aureo (formerly Swapido) announced a $1.1 million pre‑seed round with Early Riders to develop the first Latin America‑native Multi‑Institution Custody (MIC) solution and expand its bitcoin financial services from Mexico across the region. The raise will fund founder salaries, marketing, development, compliance, custody-key agency infrastructure, and regional expansion with a team of founders experienced at […]
BEEAH Group has partnered with the Hashgraph Group to launch a decentralized digital identity platform built on Hedera’s distributed ledger technology. New Platform to Streamline Ecosystem Access A United Arab Emirates (UAE) conglomerate, BEEAH Group, has teamed up with the Swiss-based Web3 firm The Hashgraph Group (THG) to introduce decentralized digital identity (DID) solutions. Known […]
21bitcoin operator FIOR Digital GmbH has launched a Europe‑first pilot project with Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Bayern Mitte eG and Sopra Financial Technology GmbH to develop a regulatory-compliant bitcoin-backed lending white‑label solution, announced October 20, 2025. The consortium will run the pilot from Salzburg and partner banks’ sites, combining 21bitcoin’s custody and user-experience capabilities with VR Bank […]
On Monday, Strategy founder Michael Saylor made it official—his firm scooped up more bitcoin ( BTC) after teasing the move in a Sunday afternoon hint that left crypto watchers buzzing. On Oct. 20, Saylor spilled the beans—his bitcoin treasury firm Strategy just grabbed an extra helping of bitcoin ( BTC). Strategy has acquired 168 BTC […]
Retail investors have reportedly lost around $17 billion through investments in digital asset treasury (DAT) companies, according to a Bloomberg report citing 10X Research. Strategy and Metaplanet Under Scrutiny Retail crypto investors have reportedly incurred approximately $17 billion in losses while attempting to gain exposure to bitcoin through so-called digital asset treasury (DAT) companies. A […]
A report from the Google Threat Intelligence Group warned about a malware campaign implemented by North Korea that uses EtherHiding. The campaign uses a smart contract on a public chain, such as Ethereum or BNB, to avoid deletion or removal by traditional methods. Google Warns About North Korea Putting Malware in Public Blockchains The Facts: […]
Bitcoin’s current price stands at $107,891, with a commanding market cap of $2.15 trillion and a 24-hour trading volume of $33.63 billion. Price action flirted between $106,222 and $108,142 in the past day, serving up volatility with a side of whiplash. Bitcoin Chart Outlook The daily chart paints a dramatic arc. After peaking near $126,272 […]
Opensea reported it surpassed $2.6 billion in trading volume this month, with over 90% of that volume attributed to token trading, the company’s CEO announced. The statement framed non-fungible tokens (NFTs) as Opensea’s “chapter one” and outlined a strategic shift from an NFT marketplace to a broader “trade everything” platform aiming to aggregate onchain liquidity […]
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent recently announced a new intervention in the Argentine currency market, saying the Treasury is monitoring markets to help stabilize Argentina. Previously, Trump conditioned such support on Milei’s party winning the upcoming midterm elections. U.S. Treasury Buys Argentine Pesos Again, Trump Conditions Support on Milei’s Victory The Facts: The U.S. Treasury […]
Bull Wallet, a self-custodial, bitcoin-only mobile wallet emphasizing privacy and low-fee payments, has launched worldwide on iOS and Android, the developer announced. The app combines onchain bitcoin, Lightning Network and Liquid support with non‑custodial atomic swaps (using Boltz) to let users send and receive across networks, includes autoswap to move Liquid funds onchain, and offers […]
According to the latest data, Bitcoin’s computing firepower has cranked up to a blazing all-time high of 1,157 exahash per second (EH/s). This climb in hashrate hasn’t taken a coffee break, even as prices dip and mining profits feel more like leftovers than a feast. Bitcoin’s Computational Power Game Levels Up Heading into the weekend, […]
Bitcoin’s price stands at $107,004 as of Oct. 18, 2025, with a 24-hour intraday range between $104,747 and $107,449. The market capitalization is currently valued at $2.13 trillion, supported by a robust daily trading volume of $62.96 billion. Bitcoin The daily chart reflects a macro bearish trend that began following a peak at $126,272. bitcoin […]
Sharplink has raised $76.5 million through an equity sale priced above market value, marking another step in its aggressive ETH-focused treasury expansion. The company also introduced a first-of-its-kind premium purchase contract with the potential to raise an additional $79 million. Premium Equity Sale Fuels Ethereum Growth Strategy for Sharplink Sharplink has raised $76.5 million in […]
DeFi Development Corp. has acquired 86,307 additional SOL at an average price of $110.91, increasing its total SOL holdings to more than 2.19 million. The company now holds roughly $426 million in SOL as it continues to execute its long-term staking and yield strategy. Fresh Acquisition Strengthens DeFi Dev Corp’s Solana Treasury DeFi Development Corp. […]
Bitcoin is trading at $105,579 to $106,377 over the last 60 minutes, with a total market capitalization of $2.08 trillion. Over the past 24 hours, bitcoin recorded a trading volume of $101.17 billion and moved within an intraday price range of $103,530 to $112,012. Bitcoin Chart Outlook The 1-hour chart reveals a clear breakdown from […]
Gold has continued its relentless rise, reaching as high as $4,371 in early Friday morning in the COMEX December futures markets. With this price hike, gold becomes the first asset to reach a market capitalization of over $30 trillion, cementing its role as a safe-haven asset. Gold Reaches Record Prices, Leaves Stocks and Bitcoin Behind […]
