Peirce Defends Crypto Privacy as Tornado Cash Verdict Looms
As the trial of Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm approaches a verdict, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner Hester Peirce has spoken out in strong defence of transaction privacy and the rights of developers. Her comments were made during a speech at the Science of Blockchain Conference and come
BlackRock Bitcoin ETF Gains Edge with SEC Boost
BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF, is set to strengthen its already dominant market position after a key regulatory decision by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). On Tuesday, the SEC approved a tenfold increase in the number of allowed options contracts for all ETFs with options, including IBIT. The new
China’s Crypto Return Starts with Stablecoins
Dr. Xiao Feng, Chairman and CEO of HashKey Group, believes China is beginning to re-engage with the cryptocurrency world, but not through the usual hype-driven channels. Instead, the shift will begin cautiously with stablecoins and eventually expand to real-world assets (RWA), according to the influential executive often called “The Father
ARK Invest Buys the Dip in Coinbase and BitMine
Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest has made bold moves amid the recent stock market decline, snapping up millions in shares of Coinbase and BitMine Immersion Technologies. The investment firm took advantage of falling prices on Friday to increase its positions in two of the most prominent crypto-linked firms in the U.S.
Mill City Doubles Down on SUI with $500M Bet
Mill City Ventures III, a publicly traded financial firm on Nasdaq, is making a bold move in the crypto space. The company announced a massive $500 million equity agreement to further expand its holdings in SUI, the native token of the Sui blockchain network. Despite this aggressive investment strategy, the
Strategy Nets $10B in Q2 as Bitcoin Soars
Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, has released its Q2 2025 financial results and they’re nothing short of historic. Thanks to Bitcoin’s impressive rally during the quarter, the company posted a net income of $10.02 billion, or $32.60 per share, marking a dramatic recovery from the $4.2 billion net loss in
Bitcoin Fills CME Gap as Price Dips to $114K
Bitcoin experienced a sharp decline on Friday, dipping to a three-week low and filling a closely-watched gap in the CME futures chart. This move has triggered mixed reactions among traders, with some expecting a rebound and others warning of a deeper correction ahead. Bitcoin Fills July CME Gap at $114,000
Ethereum Treasuries Surge Past $10B as Institutions Flock to ETH
Ethereum has reached a major milestone. The Strategic Ethereum Reserve, a fast-growing collective of long-term ETH holders including public companies, DAOs, foundations, and corporate treasuries has now surpassed $10 billion in assets, marking a 50x growth in just four months. This signals a dramatic increase in institutional confidence in Ethereum
Staking-Backed Ether ETFs Could Reshape Crypto Investing
The potential approval of staking in U.S.-listed spot Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) may significantly reshape Ethereum’s role in institutional finance. According to leading industry analysts and investment professionals, allowing staking in Ether ETFs would not only increase returns but also attract a wave of institutional capital that could challenge Bitcoin’s
Kraken Eyes $500M Raise at $15B Valuation
Crypto exchange Kraken is reportedly looking to raise $500 million in a new funding round that would value the company at $15 billion. According to a report by The Information, the move comes as the American-based exchange positions itself for an initial public offering (IPO), expected as early as the
