Kraken Resumes Crypto Staking for U.S. Customers
Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has officially resumed its staking services for the U.S. customers, marking a significant comeback after a regulatory battle with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), forced it to shut down staking in 2023. On…
Elon Musk’s DOGE Cuts $420 Million in Government Contracts Within 80 Hours
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has made headlines by announcing a cut of $420 million in government contracts within its first 80 hours of operation. While this move is symbolically significant, it raises questions about the…
Cynthia Lummis Appointed Chair of U.S. Senate Banking Subcommittee on Digital Assets
Senator Cynthia Lummis has been appointed as the chair of the newly established U.S. Senate Banking Subcommittee on Digital Assets. This announcement marks a pivotal moment in the legislative landscape, as the subcommittee aims to advance bipartisan…
Kraken Donates $111,111 in Bitcoin to Ross Ulbricht
In a significant gesture of support, cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has donated $111,111 in Bitcoin to Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the infamous Silk Road darknet marketplace. This donation comes shortly after Ulbricht’s release from prison,…
Trump Launches His Own Memecoin on Solana
In a surprising move, President-elect Donald Trump has launched his own memecoin, aptly named $TRUMP, on the Solana blockchain. This announcement, made just days before his second presidential inauguration, has sent shockwaves through the cryptocurrency…
Coinbase Introduces Bitcoin-Backed Loans
Coinbase, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges in the United States, has announced the launch of a new Bitcoin-backed loan program. This innovative product allows users to borrow USDC (USD Coin) against their Bitcoin holdings, providing a new way…
New Hampshire to introduce state Bitcoin reserve
New Hampshire has introduced a bill to establish a state Bitcoin reserve. This initiative, spearheaded by Republican Representative Keith Ammon, aims to diversify the state’s financial holdings by investing in digital assets and precious metals.…
Crypto Market Declines Below $3.2 Trillion, Losing $300 Billion
The cryptocurrency market has experienced a significant downturn, with its total market capitalization falling below $3.2 trillion. This decline represents a loss of over $300 billion since January 6, 2025. The market’s early gains for the year…
Canadian Man in Hiding After Alleged Bitcoin Kidnapping Attempt
A Canadian volunteer forum administrator has gone into hiding with his family after a harrowing attempted kidnapping. The man, who has chosen to stay anonymous to protect his family’s identity, became the target of attackers who mistakenly believed…
Bitcoin Resurges Above $102,000 Milestone
Bitcoin recently reclaims its $100k milestone, reaching approximately $102,000 in trading value, as of data from Coinmarketcap. This milestone marks a significant achievement for the cryptocurrency, reflecting a 3% increase over the past 24 hours.…