Research
Analysis
Hong Kong looks to become global OTC crypto center with new EU style reporting
Hong Kong to align crypto derivatives reporting with global standards by 2025.
ETFs
BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF options approval set to enhance market liquidity and participation
CME Bitcoin options hit $500 million open interest, indicating strong investor demand.
Stablecoins
Ethena Labs jumps 14% on BlackRock’s BUIDL backed UStb stablecoin announcement
Partnership with BlackRock and Securitize brings new UStb stablecoin to Ethena Labs' product lineup.
Analysis
Altcoin season fever infects analysts calling for bullish movement as Bitcoin hits $64k
Analysts highlight the convergence of Bitcoin and altcoin momentum as a promising sign for broader market recovery.
Bitcoin
Bitcoin holders in profit soar to 84% as Bitcoin solidifies position above $63k
Spike in profitable Bitcoin UTXOs to 84% reflects renewed investor optimism.
ETFs
BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF dominates with $184.4 million inflow amid positive Ethereum ETF movements
Fidelity's FBTC and Ark's ARKB ETFs experience outflows amidst market volatility.
AI
AI pioneer Mira Murati leaves OpenAI amid high-stakes leadership shifts
Sam Altman acknowledges Mira Murati's immense impact as OpenAI undergoes major leadership transitions.
Technology
Open source Zero Knowledge Proofs now available on Bitcoin via BitSNARK
BitSNARK enables privacy-preserving smart contracts and cross-chain transfers on Bitcoin without core protocol changes.
Regulation
Circle aims to own crypto compliance space while Tether questions ‘price’ of current regulation
Circle's Compliance Engine offers real-time transaction screening and monitoring, addressing regulatory hurdles for blockchain integration.
Bitcoin
No, Bitcoin mining does not use 8% of global electricity although Bill Maher thinks so
Fact-checking Bill Maher's claim: Bitcoin uses less than 1% of global electricity.
Bitcoin
BlackRock records $158 million inflows across Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs
BlackRock’s IBIT ETF leads Bitcoin inflows with $98.9 million while smaller ETFs remain flat.
Regulation
Gensler ignored digital assets in Congressional testimony before 4 hour grilling on crypto
Gensler defends SEC's stance on crypto amid congressional criticism over lack of clear regulations.