The Coldcard hacker's wallet, holding around $36 million in stolen bitcoin, has been receiving permanent messages via OP_RETURN since July 30. The notes range from victim pleas asking for funds to be returned, to money laundering offers and requests unrelated to the theft.
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes believes the AI sector is heading toward a major correction that could ultimately pave the way for Bitcoin's next bull market.
Bitcoin's setup is getting crowded, but macro strength and ETF demand could turn this weakness into a major Q3 rally.
Bitcoin ETFs have not sold any holdings in August, signaling strong institutional confidence.
Although Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ: SPCX) crushed Wall Street's expectations in its debut quarter earnings report, SpaceX reported a loss of nearly $540 million on its Bitcoin (BTC) position.
The S&P 500 (NYSE:SPY) on Tuesday broke above its 200-week moving average against Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) for the first time since 2012, ending a 14-year streak of the crypto outperforming stocks. What The Chart Is Actually Showing The same crossover is appearing on the Nasdaq to Bitcoin ratio, the first time either has happened in the history of both assets, CoinDesk reported on Wednesday.
Bitcoin price holds near $64K as US-Iran Hormuz talks boost risk sentiment, ETF inflows top $170M, and CryptoQuant signals BTC remains undervalued.
Cipher Digital's pivot to AI infrastructure, backed by major contracts, shifts its risk profile, attracting traditional infrastructure investors. Cipher Digital sells 470 BTC to fund AI data center development.
Hashdex will wind down its spot Bitcoin ETF, selling 225 BTC and returning cash to shareholders.
Bitcoin held above $64,000 while global equities hit fresh records, as progress toward reopening Hormuz lowered oil prices without restoring stronger crypto demand. ZEC rose over 6.5%, HYPE reached $58 and PUMP gained 12%, while several large-cap altcoins declined and futures activity stayed highly selective.
The potential liquidation of $1B in Bitcoin shorts could trigger significant market volatility, impacting investor sentiment and trading strategies. $1B in Bitcoin shorts at risk of liquidation as trigger price nears.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ordered the Public Utility Commission and ERCOT to audit every data center project seeking a grid connection before regulators approve any new projects. The order puts AI infrastructure tied to Bitcoin miners under scrutiny, while the audit verifies each project's power sourcing, water use, cooling plans, and ownership.