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Updated April 19, 2026 · 7:35 PM UTC

The latest Bitcoin news today — live BTC price updates, mining developments, halving cycles, ETF flows, and institutional adoption headlines. CryptoSlate’s editorial team covers Bitcoin around the clock, from on-chain data and technical analysis to regulation and macro context, with breaking stories added throughout the day.

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Argentina president weighs Bitcoin legalization. But his government doesn’t agree

Argentina president weighs Bitcoin legalization. But his government doesn’t agree

While Argentinians keep fighting the racing hyperinflation, the authorities keep displaying mixed feelings on the Bitcoin adoption subject.

Jack Dorsey says every Twitter account should be linked to a Bitcoin Lightning Wallet

Jack Dorsey says every Twitter account should be linked to a Bitcoin Lightning Wallet

Dorsey pokes fun at the idea of Twitter supporting the Ethereum ecosystem by implementing NFT functionality.

The consequences of Bitcoin (BTC) issuance at zero are sooner than you think

The consequences of Bitcoin (BTC) issuance at zero are sooner than you think

In 8 halvings the Bitcoin issuance will be close to zero, what can be done to offset the repercussions?

SEC head Gary Gensler warns of ‘even more’ crypto regulation

SEC head Gary Gensler warns of ‘even more’ crypto regulation

In his letter to Senator Warren, the Chairman stated the US SEC needs additional authorization and resources to regulate cryptocurrency exchanges.

Ren is bringing decentralized stablecoins to Dogecoin (DOGE) and others

Ren is bringing decentralized stablecoins to Dogecoin (DOGE) and others

Stablecoins created using Bitcoin, Dogecoin, Digibyte, and others can now be used for reliable payments & DeFi transactions.

Venezuela cut off power to Bitcoin (BTC) mining plants despite legalization

Venezuela cut off power to Bitcoin (BTC) mining plants despite legalization

Regional authorities suspended the power supply to Bitcoin miners, shutting down all registered operations in the industrial state.

‘Whale’ indicator that preceded 2020’s Bitcoin (BTC) crash is now back

‘Whale’ indicator that preceded 2020’s Bitcoin (BTC) crash is now back

A technical indicator that preceded a sudden Bitcoin drop in February 2020 is flashing the warning signs again.

Ted Cruz says crypto got ‘screwed’ after senate votes on infrastructure bill

Ted Cruz says crypto got ‘screwed’ after senate votes on infrastructure bill

Senator Cruz has voiced his concerns about how Democrats in the legislative arm are kicking against amendments to the bill.

American Cinema giant AMC is now accepting Bitcoin (BTC)

American Cinema giant AMC is now accepting Bitcoin (BTC)

The largest cinema operator in the world has revealed its plan to begin accepting Bitcoin as a valid payment method for its movies by 2022.

Ukraine could legalize Bitcoin payments after proposed crypto bill

Adoption 5 years ago

16,000 ETH burned as Bitcoin finally breaks $42,000 resistance. What’s next?

Trading 5 years ago

Ethereum (ETH) breaks above $3,000 as Bitcoin (BTC) breaks above $44,000

Price Watch 5 years ago

Nigeria moved $40 million via peer-to-peer Bitcoin (BTC) trades last month

Adoption 5 years ago