Senate Democrats propose a crypto endorsement ban for top U.S. officials and families. Bill responds to Trump, Musk ties to memecoins; enforcement scope remains unclear. Separate stablecoin regulation bill fails key Senate vote despite bipartisan support. Twenty Senate Democrats in the U.S. have put forward a new bill designed to restrict cryptocurrency endorsements and related … Read more
Key takeaways Though Bitcoin doesn’t support native staking, holders can earn yield through centralized lending platforms, Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) on Ethereum, and Bitcoin-related networks like Babylon and Stacks. WBTC allows BTC holders to participate in lending, liquidity pools and yield farming on Ethereum-based DeFi platforms like Aave and Curve but introduces bridge and smart contract … Read more
This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. The crypto market is buzzing with renewed energy, and all eyes are on May 2025 as Ethereum and cryptocurrency recovery signals a brighter turn for blockchain enthusiasts. But there’s a particular spotlight on Lightchain AI, the new revolutionary project making waves with its presale that’s captivating … Read more
Changpeng Zhao (CZ), founder and former CEO of Binance, shared a security warning after receiving a message regarding a hack of Ledger’s Discord admin account, where a scammer falsely claimed a security flaw and urged users to enter their recovery phrases on a phishing site. Zhao highlighted two critical lessons: the necessity of never sharing … Read more
Binance Futures, the derivatives arm of the world’s largest crypto exchange, has announced the upcoming launch of a new USDⓈ-margined OGUSDT Perpetual Contract, further expanding its range of trading products. Binance Futures to Launch OGUSDT Perpetual Contract with Up to 50x Leverage on May 12 According to Binance’s official announcement, the new perpetual contract will … Read more
In 2025, Bitcoin has firmly cemented its place as a reliable digital asset, according to Bitcoin Dominance data from CoinMarketCap. Yet, one of the most exciting developments for beginners and casual investors is the rise of cloud mining, particularly via apps. These platforms offer free and low-cost access to Bitcoin mining, allowing anyone to earn … Read more
Metaplanet Inc. (Tokyo Stock Exchange: 3350 / OTCQX: MTPLF), a publicly listed bitcoin treasury company in Japan, has announced the acquisition of an additional 1,241 bitcoin as part of its ongoing Bitcoin Treasury Operations, bringing its total holdings to 6,796 bitcoin. The latest purchase was made at an average price of 14,848,061 yen per bitcoin, … Read more
Ripple (XRP) price looks prime for a parabolic run towards $3 this week amid a massive bull pattern that has seen whales open long positions on the altcoin. These bullish signs follow a notable 10% surge in just one week that saw XRP hit a monthly high of $2.47. At press time, Ripple trades at … Read more
Metaplanet, headquartered in Japan, made headlines with a significant move in the cryptocurrency market by acquiring an additional 1,271 Bitcoins on May 12, 2025. This transaction cost $126.7 million, translating to an average price of $102,111 per Bitcoin. The purchase was funded through a $25 million bond issued at 0% interest, marking a strategic financial … Read more
Japanese investment firm Metaplanet Inc. has added 1,241 more Bitcoin to its treasury, pushing its total holdings above 6,700 BTC. According to a May 12 public filing, the latest purchase, made at an average price of ¥14.85 million (around $95,700) per Bitcoin (BTC), cost the company ¥18.4 billion (roughly $119 million). With this move, Metaplanet’s … Read more