CME Group, the world’s leading derivatives marketplace, has announced plans to introduce options on its Bitcoin Friday futures starting February 24, pending regulatory approval. These new contracts will be the first cryptocurrency options from CME Group to be financially settled, with expirations available each business day, Monday through Friday. Financially-settled options, also known as cash-settled … Read more
Economic provocateur and Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki isn’t pulling punches. Predicting a historic market meltdown in February 2025, he’s urging caution on traditional investments. At the same time, he’s bullish on Bitcoin, branding it a “real asset” with massive growth potential. Robert Kiyosaki: ‘Bitcoin will boom, boom, boom’ Robert Kiyosaki has doubled down on … Read more
The Canadian Dollar lost 0.25% against the Greenback on Wednesday. The Bank of Canada cut interest rates by another 25 bps, to 3%. The BoC also announced the end of its quantitative tightening program. The Canadian Dollar shed one-quarter of one percent against the Greenback on Wednesday, falling back after the Bank of Canada (BoC) … Read more
The French government has opened judicial proceedings against Binance due to suspected money laundering and tax deception activities. Authorities are probing allegations that criminals used Binance to carry out drug smuggling operations along with various financial offenses. The ongoing judicial investigation indicates possible criminal indictments against the world’s biggest cryptocurrency trading platform. Binance Faces Scrutiny … Read more
Despite spinning off Fortitude Mining, Foundry retains the largest Bitcoin mining pool with over 30% of the network’s hashrate.
Australian inflation missed expectations, reinforcing RBA rate cut speculation. US-China trade tensions keep pressure on the Aussie. Markets await the Fed’s decision for further direction. The AUD/USD dropped by 0.57% to 0.6225 on Wednesday, struggling near weekly lows below 0.6250. Softer-than-expected inflation data from Australia strengthened expectations of a February rate cut by the Reserve Bank … Read more
Weeks after a meeting between Trump and Brian Armstrong to reportedly discuss personnel, the US president’s co-campaign manager will be joining Coinbase’s advisory council.
Digital Currency Group (DCG) has launched Fortitude Mining, a subsidiary focused on mining bitcoin and emerging digital assets, on Jan. 29, 2025, appointing former Foundry executive Andrea Childs as CEO. Fortitude Mining, New DCG Subsidiary, Targets Bitcoin and Emerging Crypto Assets According to the announcement shared with Bitcoin.com News, Fortitude Mining will operate as a … Read more
The crypto landscape is shifting as new players make their debut. The arrival of TRUMP, CATZILLA, and FARTCOIN sparks curiosity in an already heated market. With established names like Dogecoin and Shiba Inu leading the charge, these newcomers bring bold aspirations. As the market rallies, investors watch with anticipation, wondering how these fresh contenders will … Read more
Bitcoin traders weigh the impact of President Donald Trump’s interest rate demands on a hawkish Fed.