Bitcoin Magazine Coinsilium Raises £1.25M to Launch Bitcoin Treasury Strategy, Opens Retail Offer Coinsilium Group Limited, which became the first blockchain firm to IPO in 2015, has launched a Bitcoin treasury strategy, raising £1.25 million in an oversubscribed placing to accelerate its Bitcoin treasury initiative through Forza (Gibraltar) Limited, its fully-owned treasury vehicle.  The placing, […]

Key Takeaways: Steak ‘n Shake rolls out Bitcoin payments at all U.S. locations starting May 16, reaching over 100 million customers. The move signals a major leap in mainstream crypto adoption within the global fast food industry. Bitcoin payments will be expanded internationally, with localized rollouts announced country by country. Steak ‘n Shake has officially […]

A widely followed crypto analyst says that one top-20 altcoin will eventually skyrocket by 85% while updating his outlook on Bitcoin (BTC) and the meme asset dogwifhat (WIF). In a new thread, crypto trader Altcoin Sherpa tells his 245,800 followers on the social media platform X that layer-1 blockchain Hyperliquid (HYPE) is a standout digital […]

In recent days, Ethereum (ETH) has staged a notable breakout, ascending from the $2,000 mark to $2,500 in under a week. This sharp rally is backed by strong on-chain accumulation signals, shrinking exchange balances, and an influx of investor confidence that has found its way — in no small part — into Ethereum-based exchange-traded funds […]

(May 16, 2025) – The owner of cryptocurrency mining equipment that was stolen last July says four insurers are acting in breach of contract and …

Cryptocurrency isn’t just about Bitcoin anymore. With Bitcoin’s dominance slipping from 65% to 62%, the spotlight is shifting towards alternative cryptocurrencies, shaking up the market. Meme coins, in particular, have been bucking the bearish trends, offering fresh excitement and juicy opportunities for investors who know where to look. While some coins have stumbled, others like […]

TL;DR World Liberty Financial enabled its stablecoin USD1 to operate across multiple blockchains through integration with Chainlink’s CCIP. The CCIP integration enhances security in cross-chain transfers, a long-standing issue that has caused nearly $3 billion in losses. USD1 reached close to $2 billion in market capitalization. Its interoperability will help bridge traditional and decentralized finance […]

Stablecoins have transitioned from experimental projects to essential components of global payment systems, driven by speed, regulatory clarity, and infrastructure readiness, according to Fireblocks’ 2025 State of Stablecoins report. Fireblocks’ Survey: 90% of Firms Have Stablecoin Initiatives Underway The report, based on a survey of 295 financial executives, reveals that 90% of firms are actively […]

Christy Goldsmith Romero of the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) will step down on May 31, leaving three seats open at the financial regulator. In a May 16 announcement, Romero said her last day at the agency would be on May 31, ahead of her initial plans to leave if the Senate confirmed former […]

Avenir Investment Group has significantly increased its cryptocurrency holdings by purchasing 3.4 million additional shares of BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF in the first quarter of 2025. The Hong Kong-based firm now holds approximately US$691 million worth of IBIT shares, with crypto representing about 90 per cent of their portfolio, with smaller positions in other […]

MapleStory N launched on Avalanche with over 1.7M NFTs minted and a 549% spike in active addresses, marking the biggest NFT mint and crypto gaming debut in Avalanche’s history. The game features full on-chain asset ownership from day one via Avalanche’s Henesys subnet, while its NXPC token surged 76% post-launch, hitting a market cap of […]

Dogecoin is back in the spotlight after surging more than 50% in recent weeks, reclaiming bullish momentum across key timeframes. The meme-inspired cryptocurrency is now facing a critical demand zone, where bulls must hold the line to confirm the potential for continued upside. With market sentiment shifting in favor of risk-on assets, DOGE has emerged […]

A proposed law to establish a US regulatory framework for stablecoins may soon head back to the floor after Senate negotiators reportedly resolved some disagreements on the provisions of the bill. The Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act hit a roadblock earlier this month after a group of Democrats objected to […]

Tech titan Google is warning US retailers about cybersecurity attacks after hackers disrupted UK businesses. John Hultquist, an analyst at Google’s cybersecurity arm, says that US retailers are now facing cyberattacks involving ransomware and extortion tactics, similar to what UK businesses have just been contending with. “Shields up US retailers. They’re here.” Hultquist says the […]

While the crypto market recovered last week, the Tron ecosystem quietly recorded a significant milestone for the year. As reported by Burakkesmeci, an analyst for the market intelligence platform CryptoQuant, all cohorts of investors holding TRX, the native asset of the Tron network, have seen their positions turn green. TRX Holders Enter Profit Zone Burakkesmeci […]

Bitcoin Magazine FTX to Begin $5 Billion Creditor Payouts Starting May 30 FTX Recovery Trust announced that they will begin distributions of more than $5 billion to approved creditors on May 30, 2025, as outlined in the Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization. This will apply to holders of allowed claims in the Plan’s Convenience and […]

Key Takeaways: Judge Torres rejected the Ripple–SEC $75M penalty reduction deal on procedural grounds, citing a lack of “exceptional circumstances.” The ruling does not reverse prior court victories for Ripple, including the key judgment that XRP itself is not a security. News of the suggested settlement caused XRP’s price to fall to $2.43, undoing recent […]

Webull Pay partnered with Coinbase in a deal that enables Webull Pay’s crypto services to run on Coinbase’s institutional-grade infrastructure. The agreement aims to offer staking, stablecoin rewards, and more trading options starting next month. Institutional Infrastructure Meets Retail Ambition According to the announcement, Coinbase will provide its Crypto-as-a-Service (CaaS) platform to support Webull Pay’s […]

The Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office is warning the community of a cryptocurrency scam.

Bitcoin price stood at $103,641 to $104,091 over the last hour on May 16, 2025, with a market capitalization of $2.05 trillion. The 24-hour trading volume totaled $31.98 billion, and prices fluctuated within an intraday range of $101,820 to $104,457 on Bitstamp. Bitcoin has been above the $100K range for a total of nine consecutive […]

After a month of notable recovery from a short-term bearish phase, Brett faced a three-month resistance last week and took a downturn. Starting this week at a loss, it currently appears weak as it undergoes a pullback. Last week saw Brett through its highest price level in three months after five weeks of recovery. This […]

Opinion by: Megan Knab, CEO, Franklin Payroll There are few historical examples of such a massive about-face for an industry, from banks debanking crypto businesses to now embracing stablecoins. If you talk to most crypto startup founders or companies with crypto on the balance sheet, they will all have war stories about finding, applying for […]

Analyst and trader Jason Pizzino is issuing a warning on Bitcoin (BTC) as the flagship crypto asset hovers below the all-time high. In a new strategy session, Pizzino tells his 351,000 YouTube subscribers that Bitcoin is “flirting with danger” after failing to cross above a resistance level located just below the all-time high price of […]

TL;DR Shift from Buying to Mining: American Bitcoin is boldly shifting from purchasing Bitcoin to mining it directly, targeting production costs of just $37K–$38K per coin. Undercutting Traditional Methods: The low-cost mining model is designed to challenge established strategies, offering a more efficient and cost-effective way to accumulate Bitcoin. Controversial Yet Game-Changing: Despite facing criticism […]

A week of steady closes above the psychologically potent $100,000 mark has sharpened Mike Novogratz’s conviction that Bitcoin is once again approaching escape velocity. Speaking on the latest “Galaxy Brains” podcast, the Galaxy Digital founder traced the market’s arc back to its late-March nadir—“Bitcoin went down and kissed right where it broke out: $74,000”—and argued […]

Former BitMex CEO, Arthur Hayes, said the price of Bitcoin is set to soar to over US$1 million by the end of 2028 as global economic conditions drive investment in the OG cryptocurrency. Hayes argued that “foreign capital repatriation” and the devaluation of US treasuries would see investors around the world flock to Bitcoin as […]

Gold has dropped 8% since 22 April while Bitcoin has risen 18%. Factors such as increased corporate accumulation and government adoption of Bitcoin are driving the shift. JP Morgan analysts expect the momentum to continue through the rest of 2025. With global markets shifting, investors are increasingly choosing Bitcoin over gold, signalling a preference for […]

Bitcoin Magazine Flash Launches Flash 2.0 to Simplify Bitcoin Payments for Businesses Worldwide Flash, a Bitcoin payment platform, has officially launched Flash 2.0, its latest version designed to simplify and accelerate Bitcoin adoption for businesses. The update introduces a redesigned interface, expanded e-commerce compatibility, and a streamlined setup process that allows merchants to start accepting […]

Key Takeaways: 12 additional individuals face charges in a $263M crypto theft conspiracy spanning the U.S. and abroad Stolen funds were laundered through mixers, shell companies, and converted into luxury goods and services A single victim lost over 4,100 BTC, worth $230M, in a high-level social engineering scam Federal prosecutors have unsealed a new indictment […]

Ethereum is showing signs of short-term exhaustion after a strong impulsive rally. Although the buyers have managed to break through major resistance levels, the price is currently stalling around a key structure and could be at risk of a local top if momentum fades. Technical Analysis The Daily Chart ETH has decisively broken above the […]

Advisers managing the bankruptcy of FTX are preparing to distribute $5 billion to the company’s creditors. This will be the second payout this year. The first round began in mid-February. In the February round, repayments started with customers in the “Convenience Class.” These are individuals with claims of $50,000 or less. They are receiving full […]

What is AI vibe coding? AI vibe coding is a novel approach to software development that generates advanced, executable code based on well-crafted natural language user prompts.  Yet another innovation fueled by artificial intelligence capabilities, AI vibe coding is proving to be a game-changer, especially for non-technical enthusiasts who can now experiment with software development […]