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In a recent regulatory filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Nasdaq-listed medical equipment and software firm Semler Scientific revealed it had acquired an additional 210 Bitcoin (BTC), bringing its total holdings to 4,846 BTC. Semler Scientific Buys 210 Bitcoin The Californi...

Thai financial authorities are seeking the public’s feedback on a crypto sandbox pilot program for tourists aimed at enhancing the country’s appeal as a tech-savvy destination by providing more convenient and flexible payment options. Related Reading: Crypto Evasion Crackdown: EU Sanctions Entities ...

French lawmakers have introduced a proposal to launch a five-year trial program that would allow the use of surplus electricity for Bitcoin mining. The initiative, formally submitted on July 11, is intended to optimize the country’s energy grid while exploring new avenues for economic developm...

The launch this week of Ani—the flirtatious, blonde‑pigtailed “Companion” that now greets paying users of xAI’s Grok chatbot—has ignited a fresh round of Musk‑themed crypto sleuthing. Artist NARDO (@PepenardoStudio) was the first to point out that Ani’s gothic‑lolita corset, thigh‑high fishnets and ...

Senator Cynthia Lummis sounded the alarm this week after a Freedom of Information Act response showed the US Marshals Service holding just 28,988 BTC. She warned that offloading more than 80% of the government’s Bitcoin stash would be a “strategic blunder.” Related Reading: Crypto Case Cracks Open P...

Base, the Ethereum layer-2 network built by Coinbase, has officially unveiled a major evolution in its product strategy with the launch of the Base App—a reimagined version of the Coinbase Wallet. This move marks the beginning of a new chapter, positioning Base as a frontrunner in the race to build ...

Matador Technologies, a Canadian Bitcoin firm, is setting out to boost its crypto stash in a big way. The company now holds 77.4 BTC but plans to scale that to 1,000 units by the end of 2026. Related Reading: Crypto Crackdown: Michigan Town Sets Early Limits On BTC ATMs Based on reports, it has also...

Just like Bitcoin (BTC) before its rally, the price of Ethereum (ETH) may be on the verge of a significant breakout, as a key technical signal, known as the Raging Bull indicator, has just flipped in its favour. This same indicator previously predicted Bitcoin’s explosive surge to new all-time highs...

Data shows the US Ethereum spot ETFs have just seen their biggest day of inflows, driven largely by demand on BlackRock and Fidelity. Ethereum Spot ETFs Have Seen A Sharp Uptick In Demand According to data from Farside Investors, July 16th was a big day for the US Ethereum spot ETFs, with total infl...

Bitcoin is trading just under the $120,000 level after reaching a new all-time high of $123,200 on Monday. The slight pullback is viewed by many investors as healthy consolidation above key demand zones, rather than a signal of weakness. Bullish momentum remains intact, with strong technical structu...

Amid Ripple’s move to acquire a national banking license, U.S. banking regulators have released new guidance on crypto custody, which could soon apply to the crypto firm. Crypto commentator Pumpius also highlighted what this could mean for XRP and other crypto assets. New Crypto Custody Could Soon A...

On July 17, 2025, a historic day for the entire crypto industry, the House of Representatives passed all three major crypto bills, marking a crucial victory for digital asset proponents. The country’s stablecoin bill, the GENIUS Act, in particular, is now set to be presented to President Donald Trum...

Most of the major digital assets in the ever-evolving crypto market are experiencing significant growth, as evidenced by Tether’s USDT latest milestone. The popular stablecoin has now reached a new threshold in terms of overall market value, cementing its position as a leader in the sector. A $160 B...

Pakistan has moved closer to tapping El Salvador’s Bitcoin playbook. In San Salvador this week, Bilal Bin Saqib, CEO of the Pakistan Crypto Council and special assistant to Pakistan’s prime minister on crypto and blockchain, met with El Salvador Nayib Bukele. Related Reading: Bitcoin’s True Value Ma...

In a bold move, California Governor Gavin Newsom launched the “California Breakthrough Project,” which brings together Ripple, Coinbase, and other tech companies to help improve government efficiency using Web3. The project closely mirrors the goals of the Department of Government Agency (D.O.G.E.),...

Popular American-based payment company, Ripple Labs or Ripple, has made it into the headlines once again with its latest key development. The company continues to demonstrate its strong presence in the broader financial sector, reaching several significant milestones. Top 2025 Fintech Honors Go To R...

Donald Trump rocked the crypto world with a bold Truth Social post, calling for a 3% (or 300 basis points) rate cut by the Federal Reserve. The U.S. president argued that current interest rates are too high, claiming they’re ‘costing the U.S. 360 Billion Dollars a Point, PER YEAR, in refinanci...

What on earth is happening in meme coin land right now? In an explosive twist no one saw coming, Bonk.fun, also known as LetsBonkFun, just dethroned Ethereum-based launchpads in 24-hour revenue, sending shockwaves through the memecoin world. The platform not only outpaced Solana-based competitors bu...

Ripple’s developer arm, RippleX, is pushing to make the XRP Ledger’s newest asset class—Multi‑Purpose Tokens (MPTs)—easier to recognize, sort and integrate across the ecosystem. In a thread posted on X late Tuesday, the team announced a draft standard, XLS‑0089d, that would give every MPT a common s...

Several major US banks, including Bank of America and Citibank, are actively exploring the launch of stablecoins amid a shifting regulatory landscape in the United States that appears to be becoming more accommodating to digital assets. Traditional Finance Moves Toward Digital Assets According to a ...