Critical Bitcoin Lightning Network Flaw Exposes High-Value Nodes to Theft Risk
A newly discovered security vulnerability in Bitcoin's Lightning Network could enable attackers to steal funds from wealthy node operators through transaction relay attacks. The bug primarily threatens nodes holding over $130,000 in BTC, with major implementation providers racing to develop protective patches.
Microsoft Shareholders Reject Bitcoin Investment Proposal Despite MicroStrategy's Push
Microsoft shareholders voted against allocating up to 5% of the company's $78.4B cash reserves into Bitcoin, despite MicroStrategy's Michael Saylor advocating for the investment. The board maintained its conservative stance on crypto investments, citing volatility concerns and emphasizing stable treasury management.
Vancouver Takes Bold Step Towards Bitcoin Integration in City Finances
Vancouver's City Council has approved a pioneering motion to explore Bitcoin adoption as a reserve asset and payment method for municipal services. Mayor Ken Sim leads the initiative with a personal Bitcoin donation, despite regulatory hurdles and environmental concerns.
Ray Dalio Endorses Bitcoin and Gold Over Bonds Amid Global Debt Crisis Warning
Bridgewater founder Ray Dalio warns of an impending debt crisis and advises investors to shift from bonds to 'hard money' assets like Bitcoin and gold. Speaking at Abu Dhabi Finance Week, the billionaire investor highlighted unsustainable debt levels in major economies and predicted significant currency devaluation.
Microsoft Shareholders Reject $784M Bitcoin Investment Proposal
Microsoft's shareholders decisively voted against a proposal to invest 1% of company assets in Bitcoin, choosing financial stability over cryptocurrency speculation. The decision, opposed by major institutional investors and backed by MicroStrategy's CEO, reflects Microsoft's commitment to low-risk investments and AI development.
MicroStrategy's Nasdaq-100 Inclusion Marks Historic Crypto Milestone
Business intelligence giant MicroStrategy, holding over 423,650 Bitcoin valued at $42 billion, is set to join the Nasdaq-100 Index. This landmark inclusion will trigger $2.1 billion in share purchases and represents a significant step in cryptocurrency's mainstream financial integration.
Historic Crypto Crash: Bitcoin Plummets Below $95K, Wiping Out $1.7B in Leveraged Trades
A massive cryptocurrency market correction has triggered $1.7 billion in liquidations, sending Bitcoin tumbling from $100K to $94K. The selloff was sparked by Bhutan's Bitcoin transfers and concerns over Google's new quantum chip, though experts maintain crypto security remains robust.
Amazon Shareholders Push for 5% Bitcoin Investment to Combat Inflation
Amazon shareholders are urging the e-commerce giant to allocate 5% of its $585 billion assets to Bitcoin as an inflation hedge. The proposal follows Bitcoin's $100,000 milestone and cites MicroStrategy's 537% stock outperformance after adding Bitcoin to its treasury.
MicroStrategy's Bold Move: Acquires $2.1B in Bitcoin, Now Holds Over 2% of Total Supply
Business intelligence giant MicroStrategy expands its Bitcoin dominance with a massive 21,550 BTC purchase, bringing its total holdings to 423,650 BTC. CEO Michael Saylor remains bullish despite Bitcoin's surge past $100,000, vowing to continue 'buying the top forever.'
Google's Quantum Breakthrough: No Immediate Threat to Bitcoin's Security
Google unveils Willow, a revolutionary quantum computing chip capable of solving complex calculations in minutes that would take conventional supercomputers quadrillions of years. Despite the breakthrough, experts assert Bitcoin's encryption remains secure as quantum computers would need millions more qubits to pose a threat.