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Bitcoin DeFi takes center stage

[Jan 20 8:10 AM] A wave of new projects and innovations is bringing increasing utility to the Bitcoin ecosystem.

Why Hundreds of Companies Will Buy Bitcoin in 2025

[Jan 15 5:46 PM] Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer (CIO) at Bitwise, has issued a bold prediction: hundreds of companies will buy Bitcoin as a treasury asset over the next 12 to 18 months. The shift, which Hougan describes as an "overlooked megatrend," has the…

MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin debt loop: stroke of genius or risky gamble?

[Jan 9 11:55 AM] Critics call it heedless; supporters say it’s brilliant. Either way, Michael Saylor continues doubling down on Bitcoin.

Cryptocurrency investment should favor emerging markets

[Dec 26, 2024 2:00 AM] Crypto investment should more closely follow adoption patterns in emerging markets.

Got rich off Bitcoin? Unchained explains how multisig wallets protect investors’ BTC

[Dec 23, 2024 2:20 PM] Everyone’s heard “Not your keys, not your coins.” Unchained head of research Joe Burnett explains how investors can protect their Bitcoin.

Executives flood blockchain gaming firms ahead of 2025’s AAA launches

[Dec 17, 2024 11:00 AM] Blockchain Gaming Association’s fourth annual survey showed growth in the C-suite, but other demographics appear to be slipping.

Ubisoft, Arbitrum to launch ‘Captain Laserhawk’ Web3 shooter Dec. 18

[Dec 11, 2024 8:35 PM] The French gaming company developed the title in partnership with the Arbitrum Foundation.

Fire Brigades Association becomes first Kenyan labor union to hold BTC

[Dec 11, 2024 5:09 PM] The union’s adoption was facilitated by a “get off zero” donation and partnership with Proof of Workforce.

Nevada adds blockchain security in wake of fake electors fiasco

[Dec 10, 2024 8:54 PM] The announcement’s timing is noteworthy, with the 2024 US presidential race having finished a month prior.

Microsoft shareholders vote ‘no’ on Bitcoin reserve

[Dec 10, 2024 5:16 PM] The company’s board opposed the resolution, citing Bitcoin’s purported volatility as a negative factor.

Eric Trump predicts Bitcoin will hit $1 million, praises scarcity

[Dec 10, 2024 12:36 PM] Eric Trump predicted governments and institutions will adopt Bitcoin, highlighting that the early movers are set to win.

Bitcoin, gold and silver are in a strong bull market: Veteran trader explains why

[Dec 9, 2024 2:20 PM] 1971 Capital chief investment officer Brian Russ says Ethereum is undervalued and that Bitcoin, gold and silver are in a long bull market.

How Bitcoin shapes the future economy

[Dec 6, 2024 12:01 PM] The transformative influence of Bitcoin on the global economy.

In India, adoption metrics don’t match on-ground reality

[Dec 4, 2024 7:00 PM] There is a key disconnect between India’s top crypto adoption metrics and the lack of widespread cryptocurrency use.

Virgin Voyages launches ‘first cruise product to accept Bitcoin’

[Dec 3, 2024 8:17 PM] The new offering builds on previous seasonal passes offering a full year’s worth of voyages for a single fee.

US Bitcoin reserve is possible to achieve but not without downsides

[Dec 2, 2024 2:15 PM] Government participation in crypto hasn’t always had great outcomes for the space, with the SEC under the Biden administration causing plenty of headaches for firms.

Indonesian cryptocurrency transactions cross $30B for 2024

[Nov 29, 2024 5:11 PM] 2024 transaction totals are up more than 350% year-over-year, but still well below Indonesia’s 2021 highs.

Telegram’s crypto rise poses no threat to adoption via web browsers

[Nov 29, 2024 11:26 AM] Telegram could be the key to reaching the first billion crypto users, but it’s not a competitor or a threat to other entry points like web browsers.

Watford FC partners with Cointelegraph to boost crypto adoption

[Nov 27, 2024 4:50 PM] Watford’s collaboration with Cointelegraph reinforces the club’s commitment to crypto, marking a new milestone in its crypto journey, which began in 2019.

Vancouver mayor plans to introduce ‘Bitcoin-friendly city’ plans

[Nov 27, 2024 4:45 PM] The proposed plan by Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim for the city’s “diversification of financial resources” suggested an investment in Bitcoin as a reserve asset.

There’s more to Bitcoin than its price: Early dev shares BTC’s ‘new permutation’

[Nov 27, 2024 1:20 PM] Bitcoin’s journey from idea to reality (and near six figures) has been amazing, and Hemi co-founder Jeff Garzik says the network is ready for its next growth stage.

Texas’ gold-backed coin aims to help Bitcoin adoption, says lawmaker

[Nov 22, 2024 11:38 AM] The Texas state-issued digital currency is projected to encourage skeptical investors to eventually try out Bitcoin one day.

Hashing It Out: How Web3 makes shopping better with crypto cash-back

[Nov 21, 2024 2:20 PM] The latest episode of the Hashing It Out podcast explores how crypto cash-back rewards are driving Web3 adoption by bridging traditional commerce and blockchain technology. 

Worldcoin’s biometric gamble is a privacy time bomb

[Nov 21, 2024 7:00 AM] The privacy and security risks of biometric IDs demand builders consider modular privacy applications or face real-world vulnerabilities.

Rumble shares rise 9% as founder mulls scooping up Bitcoin

[Nov 20, 2024 12:37 AM] Rumble shares soared after the bell as its CEO Chris Pavlovski said he’s considering adding Bitcoin to the video streaming firm’s balance sheet. 

Bitcoin to $100K: What will milestone mean for derivatives markets?

[Nov 19, 2024 8:51 PM] Bitcoin analysts and traders have long dreamed of a $100,000 BTC price, but what would the achievement mean for derivatives markets? 

US crypto exchange Gemini launches in France after DASP registration

[Nov 19, 2024 12:45 PM] Gemini’s market entry comes as France has added at least 2% more crypto users over the past two years, according to the firm.

Creators’ IP rights must be protected in the age of AI — Tracverse founder

[Nov 13, 2024 1:20 PM] Traverse founder Amos Thomas believes stories are the foundation of everything, and that humanity must do everything in its power to protect them.

Bitcoin could be one upgrade away from overtaking Ethereum DeFi

[Nov 11, 2024 12:30 PM]  A long-dormant string of code called OP_CAT could be the secret to unlocking the true potential of Bitcoin for DeFi and see it surge past Ethereum DeFi in the future. 

Institutions are betting big on RWAs and expecting large returns

[Nov 7, 2024 9:00 PM] Institutions are fueling RWA tokenization growth, but challenges remain for this emerging sector.