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‘Financially Illiterate’? Social Media Erupts as Paul Krugman Leaves New York Times
8.12.2024
This week, the American economist and Nobel laureate Paul Krugman officially stepped away from his role as an opinion columnist for the New York Times. Social media buzzed with criticism, as many voiced sharp opinions about his track record, accusing him of repeatedly missing the mark on economic...
Meet Bitcoin’s Biggest Players: The Top 10 Holders Commanding Nearly 15% of the Circulating Supply
7.12.2024
As of Dec. 7, 2024, at 3:25 p.m. EDT, bitcoin (BTC) is trading at $100,297 per coin, making it the seventh-largest asset globally by market capitalization, with a total valuation of $1.98 trillion. Before stepping into 2025, here’s an in-depth look at the top ten entities holding bitcoin...
AI Prophesies Bitcoin’s Future Price: Will BTC Soar or Sink by the End of Jan. 2025?
7.12.2024
In mid-November, we reached out to several artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to forecast bitcoin’s value at the close of 2024. Fast forward to today, with bitcoin recently touching $103,647 per coin, we decided it was time for another round of predictions. This time, we posed a slightly...
Former Federal Reserve President Says ‘Nothing Good’ Comes From Making BTC a Reserve Currency
7.12.2024
A former New York Federal Reserve governor said there are no advantages to making bitcoin (BTC) a government reserve currency. No Exit Strategy Bill Dudley, the former president of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, argues that there are no advantages to making bitcoin (BTC) a government reserve...
Nasdaq-Listed Worksport to Add BTC and XRP to Treasury, Move Aimed at Enhancing Shareholder Value
6.12.2024
Worksport, a Nasdaq-listed company, has announced plans to add bitcoin and XRP to its corporate treasury. Crypto as a Store of Value Worksport, a Nasdaq-listed (WKSP) manufacturer of hybrid and clean energy solutions for trucks, announced on Dec. 5 that it plans to add bitcoin (BTC) and XRP to...
Putin Declares Bitcoin Unstoppable Amid Dollar’s Waning Global Grip
5.12.2024
Putin declared bitcoin unstoppable, calling cryptocurrency the future of global finance as nations move away from the declining U.S. dollar’s dominance. Who Can Ban Bitcoin? Putin Highlights Crypto’s Unstoppable Evolution Russian President Vladimir Putin, speaking at the VTB forum...
Ripple’s Stablecoin Near Launch: Final Regulatory Nod Expected Soon
5.12.2024
Ripple is preparing to launch its stablecoin, RLUSD, pending final regulatory approval. The company clarified: “We’re in lockstep with the NYDFS on final approval.” Ripple Prepares for Stablecoin Takeoff Ripple has clarified that its RLUSD stablecoin is awaiting final approval...
Bitcoin.com Research: From $0.0007 to $98,800—Tracing Bitcoin’s Ascent to All-Time Highs
4.12.2024
With just a month left in 2024, the year is winding down with a thrilling milestone: bitcoin has hit an all-time high of $98,800 per coin. This moment caps a year of growth, innovation, and intense focus in the crypto world. What follows is an in-depth journey tracing bitcoin’s value from...
Economist Warns Trump’s BRICS Tariff Threats Could Backfire on US Dollar
4.12.2024
Donald Trump’s threats of 100% tariffs on BRICS imports could double U.S. prices for essentials and accelerate a global shift away from the dollar, an economist warns. Trump’s BRICS Tariffs: Economist Predicts a Backlash Against the US Dollar French economist Jacques Sapir has weighed in...
Bitcoin, Not BRICS, Is the True Threat to US Dollar Reserve, Warns Wharton Professor
3.12.2024
Wharton’s Jeremy Siegel called Trump’s 100% BRICS tariffs ironic, noting bitcoin—which Trump backs—is a bigger threat to the dollar as a global reserve. Wharton Professor: Trump’s Bitcoin Advocacy Contradicts BRICS Tariff Threats Jeremy Siegel, professor emeritus...
Microstrategy Snaps up 15,400 Bitcoins, Cementing Dominance With 402,100 BTC
2.12.2024
Microstrategy’s $1.5 billion bitcoin buy boosts its holdings to 402,100 BTC, as the company eyes aggressive expansion via a $42 billion plan. $1.5B Bitcoin Buy Propels Microstrategy’s Stash to 402,100 BTC Software intelligence firm Microstrategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR) disclosed...
US Bitcoin Reserve Proposal Draws Mixed Reactions on Social Media
2.12.2024
As chatter grows around the idea of a U.S.-led bitcoin strategic reserve, the topic has ignited lively debate. Some enthusiasts view it as an inevitable move toward global bitcoin adoption by nation-states, while others decry the notion as a betrayal of the cryptocurrency’s core philosophy....
Ripple’s Legal Chief Exposes US Regulators’ Hidden War on Crypto
2.12.2024
Ripple’s legal chief warns that U.S. regulators’ crypto guidance signals, “Don’t even think about it,” alleging a veiled campaign to deter banks from serving the industry. ‘Don’t Even Think About It’: How Regulators Subtly Squeeze the Crypto Market Ripple’s chief legal officer...
Michael Saylor Claims He Can Convince Warren Buffett to Buy Bitcoin Using Berkshire’s $325B Cash
2.12.2024
Berkshire Hathaway’s $325 billion cash reserve bleeds $32 billion yearly, Michael Saylor says, claiming that he could sway Warren Buffett to embrace bitcoin. Berkshire Buying Bitcoin? Michael Saylor Claims He Can Convince Warren Buffett Michael Saylor, co-founder and executive chairman...
‘Free at Last’: WSJ Article Fuels Speculation on Crypto’s Bright Future Under Trump
2.12.2024
Over the weekend, a lively discussion swept through social media as cryptocurrency enthusiasts dissected a Wall Street Journal article declaring that the U.S. “war against crypto is over” with Donald Trump’s return. Trump’s Return and the End of the Crypto Crackdown? WSJ Article Stirs Debate...
Is JPMorgan Shaping US Policies? Trump’s Alleged Secret Meetings With Jamie Dimon Spark Speculation
1.12.2024
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly holding secret talks with JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon, fueling speculation about JPMorgan’s potential power play to shape U.S. policies. Trump and Jamie Dimon: Alleged Secret Talks That Could Influence White House Policies Speculation surrounds...
Trump’s BRICS Tariff Threat Could Propel Bitcoin’s Growth Alongside US Dollar
1.12.2024
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s 100% tariff threat against BRICS nations over a shared currency highlights rising tensions, potentially elevating bitcoin’s role as a global financial hedge. Trump’s BRICS Tariff Threat Could Strengthen Bitcoin’s Savings Role Alongside US Dollar’s Trade Utility...
Marc Andreessen’s Bombshell on Joe Rogan Spurs ‘Debank the Banks’ Discussion
30.11.2024
The momentum from Andreessen Horowitz co-founder Marc Andreesen’s recent revelations about debanking has been unstoppable, sparking a fiery discussion urging people to step away from traditional financial institutions. Debanking Unmasked: Podcast Sparks Wave of Testimonies Against Banks Social...
Jim Cramer Champions Crypto — Reveals Why BTC and ETH Belong in Your Portfolio
30.11.2024
Jim Cramer advocates for bitcoin and ethereum as key portfolio assets, citing their appeal amid rising U.S. debt and their potential to navigate fiscal challenges. Jim Cramer: ‘I’ve Liked Crypto for a Very Long Time’ Jim Cramer, host of CNBC’s Mad Money, defended his support...
Livestream Ban Backfires: Meme Coin Platform Pump.fun Sees Revenue Fall
29.11.2024
Pump.fun has experienced a sharp drop in daily revenue after banning live streaming. Fake Suicide After experiencing steady growth since early November, the daily revenue of meme coin launching platform Pump.fun plummeted. Revenue dipped from a monthly high of $5.3 million on Nov. 24 to $3.6...