Key Points: Mike Pence calls for harsher sanctions on Russia, urging increased U.S. support for Ukraine. No immediate market shifts reported in the cryptocurrency sector. Crypto KOLs remain silent as Pence emphasizes U.S. leadership in global affairs. In a statement on May 18, 2025, former U.S. Vice President Mike Pence called on President Trump to … Read more
Chinese printer manufacturer Procolored distributed Bitcoin-stealing malware alongside its official drivers, according to local media reports. Chinese news outlet Landian News reported on May 19 that Shenzhen-based printer company Procolored has been distributing Bitcoin-stealing (BTC) malware alongside official drivers. The firm reportedly used USB drivers to distribute malware-ridden drivers and uploaded the compromised software to … Read more
As the 2025 crypto cycle matures, seasoned investors are taking a more critical look at presales that once commanded headlines. Projects like BlockDAG, Quebetics, and Solaxy have attracted early-stage hype. Still, long delays and diminishing upside potential have led many to search for new opportunities. That’s where Punisher Coin, a new ERC-20 meme coin on … Read more
Tether is now the 19th-biggest owner of US government debt after it surpassed Germany in holding US Treasuries. As per the attestation report for Q1 2025, Tether has $120 billion in US Treasuries, which is greater than Germany’s $111.4 billion, as reported by the US Department of the Treasury. “This milestone not only reinforces the … Read more
Franklin, a hybrid cash and crypto payroll provider, is launching a new initiative that aims to turn idle-sitting payroll into an opportunity for yield. The new solution, dubbed Payroll Treasury Yield, uses blockchain lending protocols to help firms earn returns on payroll funds that would otherwise sit idle, the company told Cointelegraph in an exclusive … Read more
Bitcoin is currently priced at $102,554 with a market capitalization of $2.03 trillion. The 24-hour trading volume reached $47.58 billion, and the intraday price range fluctuated between $102,126 and $107,115. Bitcoin A recent rejection from the local high of $107,115 signals a significant turning point, especially with heightened selling pressure seen across all major timeframes. … Read more
Daily chart (one-day analysis) Function: Major Trend. Mode: Motive. Structure: Impulse. Position: Wave 3. Direction: Uptrend. Details: Wave 3 is in progress and currently in its early stage, following the completion of a regular flat Wave 2. This indicates the start of the strongest segment within an impulsive wave. A breakout to new all-time highs is anticipated. Invalidation Level: $12.25 Hourly … Read more
Strategy has acquired 7,390 Bitcoin for approximately $764.9 million, according to a Form 8-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday, as the company continues its aggressive Bitcoin accumulation strategy amid rising institutional adoption. The business intelligence firm purchased the Bitcoin at an average price of $103,498 per coin between May 12 and … Read more
After bitcoin vaulted beyond the $107,000 mark, the leading digital asset retraced and dipped below the $103,000 threshold. Amid this sharp recalibration, the notorious Hyperliquid whale intensified its 40x leveraged bitcoin long position, which now carries a valuation of $508 million. Hyperliquid Whale Claims Bitcoin ‘Volcano’ Is Primed to Explode Based on the most recent … Read more
Bitcoin’s recent surge in transaction fees reflects heightened demand, signaling a noteworthy shift in the market landscape. This uptick comes amidst a decline in transaction volume, indicating that significant players are prioritizing swift processing. According to COINOTAG data, “The 42% spike in on-chain fees emphasizes a critical point: the competition for transaction processing is intensifying.” … Read more