Trump's Crypto Pivot: From Bitcoin Skeptic to Digital Finance Champion
Former President Trump's transformation from cryptocurrency critic to self-proclaimed 'crypto president' mirrors the industry's own evolution. His proposed crypto-focused administration and deregulation plans spark debate as the $3.5 trillion market matures.
Global Powers Embrace Bitcoin as National Reserve Asset in Historic Shift
Major nations including the US, Switzerland, and others are making unprecedented moves to incorporate Bitcoin into their strategic reserve assets. This transformative shift in global monetary policy reflects Bitcoin's growing role as a hedge against inflation and tool for financial independence.
Global Nations Expected to Add Bitcoin to Strategic Reserves in 2025, Franklin Templeton Predicts
Investment giant Franklin Templeton forecasts widespread national adoption of Bitcoin as reserve currency in 2025, backed by surging institutional interest and U.S. Bitcoin ETFs managing $110 billion. With 13 states developing Bitcoin reserve legislation and ambitious price projections ranging from $175,000 to $350,000, this shift could reshape global financial systems.
MicroStrategy's Bitcoin Holdings Eclipse Future Mining Output in Historic Milestone
Business intelligence giant MicroStrategy now holds more Bitcoin than what will be mined between 2028-2032, owning 444,262 BTC versus the projected 328,125 BTC future output. This watershed moment highlights the growing institutional adoption of Bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset.
Syria Explores Bitcoin Adoption in Bold Economic Recovery Plan
Syria's transitional government unveils an ambitious proposal to legalize Bitcoin and digitize its national currency as part of post-war economic reconstruction. The comprehensive plan aims to combat inflation, attract foreign investment, and potentially bypass international sanctions through cryptocurrency integration.
Bitcoin's Institutional Transformation: A Double-Edged Sword for Decentralization
As Bitcoin approaches a critical juncture in 2025, institutional giants like MicroStrategy are reshaping its landscape through massive acquisitions. This evolution raises pressing questions about maintaining Bitcoin's democratic principles amid growing corporate and government control of the cryptocurrency.
Bitcoin ETFs Surpass Satoshi's Holdings: Weekly Inflows Top $2 Billion in Historic Milestone
US-listed spot Bitcoin ETFs have accumulated over 1.1 million BTC, surpassing the holdings of Bitcoin's creator Satoshi Nakamoto. BlackRock's IBIT leads with 521,375 BTC, while total weekly inflows reached $2.35 billion amid record-breaking institutional adoption.
Tether Expands Bitcoin Holdings with $700M Strategic Reserve Transfer
Tether has significantly increased its Bitcoin reserves by transferring 7,629 BTC worth $700 million, bringing total holdings to 83,758 BTC. The move comes amid European regulatory uncertainty affecting USDT's market cap, while CEO Paolo Ardoino dismisses concerns as unfounded FUD.
Swiss Bitcoin Initiative: Voters May Force Central Bank to Hold BTC Reserves
Switzerland's Federal Chancellery has approved the 'Bitcoin Initiative,' paving the way for a potential national referendum on requiring the Swiss National Bank to hold Bitcoin reserves. The groundbreaking proposal could make Switzerland one of the first countries to mandate cryptocurrency holdings for its central bank.
Bitcoin Mining Giant Foundry Returns $777,000 in Mistakenly Paid Transaction Fees
Foundry USA Pool, the leading Bitcoin mining operator, has returned 8.18 BTC to a user who accidentally paid a transaction fee 91,127 times higher than required. The incident highlights growing industry standards for fee reimbursement, with Foundry maintaining its dominant 38% market share despite recent organizational changes.