The Bitcoin developer community is embroiled in a debate over PR 32359 proposal introduced by veteran developer Peter Todd, removes the existing 83-byte limit on OP_RETURN outputs and eliminates customization options for node operators. Entities like Citrea, Stacks Foundation, and Taproot Wizards support the changes due to their potential commercial benefits, such as enabling larger … Read more
Have you been keeping an eye on the evolving landscape where traditional finance meets the cutting edge of digital assets? If so, you’ve likely noticed the increasing attention regulators are paying to the cryptocurrency space. A recent report highlights just how significant this focus has become, with SEC filings mentioning ‘cryptocurrency’ reaching an all-time high. … Read more
President Donald Trump’s electrifying endorsement of crypto signals a massive momentum shift, as he vows U.S. dominance in digital assets, blasting rivals and touting crypto’s unstoppable popularity. Trump: I Want Crypto Because Millions of People Want It U.S. President Donald Trump voiced strong support for cryptocurrency during a May 4 interview on NBC’s Meet the … Read more
Samourai Wallet’s lawyers allege federal prosecutors suppressed advice that the firm didn’t need a license before they charged executives at the crypto mixing service months later. In a May 5 letter to a Manhattan federal court, lawyers for Samourai co-founders Keonne Rodriguez and William Hill said prosecutors disclosed that the US Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes … Read more
PayPal to launch mobile contactless payments in German stores using Mastercard support Installment plan “Ratenzahlung To Go” expands to physical retail for the first time in Europe Cashback rewards to be offered for contactless in-store purchases via the PayPal app PayPal has confirmed it’s bringing mobile contactless payments to physical retail stores across Germany this … Read more
Mexican Peso is down 0.58% as market braces for Fed meeting and April inflation figures from Mexico. Banxico faces pressure if CPI reaccelerates; current inflation remains within the target band. US-Mexico tensions rose after a report of a rejected military incursion proposal to combat cartels. The Mexican Peso (MXN) began the week with losses of … Read more
Bitcoin took a stumble this week, dropping just under the $95,000 mark as two big forces hit the financial world at once. On one side, Donald Trump made waves with a fresh round of tariff threats. On the other hand, everyone’s holding their breath ahead of the Federal Reserve’s next move on interest rates. Together, … Read more
In brief Strategy unveiled its second-smallest Bitcoin purchase of 2025 The firm bought 1,895 Bitcoin, growing its stash by 0.3%. Bernstein and Benchmark reiterated positive ratings last week. Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, acquired 1,895 Bitcoin worth $180 million last week, capping off a $21 billion at-the-money equity offering program unveiled in October, according to … Read more
For years, traditional finance folks saw Bitcoin as the wild child of the investing world. Volatile, unpredictable, and probably just a passing trend. Fast forward to now, and the world’s largest asset manager, BlackRock, is flipping the narrative. Their take? It might actually be too risky not to own some Bitcoin. Bitcoin ETF inflows for … Read more
The U.S. has unveiled a sweeping draft crypto bill that redefines digital asset oversight, igniting momentum for regulatory clarity, investor protection, and global market leadership. New US Crypto Asset Bill Draft Drops: ‘We Made Historic Progress’ The U.S. House Committee on Financial Services released a statement on May 5, unveiling a draft bill proposing a … Read more