Base’s rapid growth positions the Coinbase-backed Ethereum Layer-2 solution to become a key infrastructure provider for mainstream consumer blockchain applications, per a new report by Nansen. Nansen highlighted significant developments slated for the second quarter, notably Flashblocks, Base Appchains, and smart wallet enhancements, which reflect infrastructure upgrades needed for consumer app adoption. Flashblocks, set for…
Bitcoin’s price recently fell to a four-month low, dipping below $77,000 before recovering slightly above $80,000 on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. This sharp decline has raised concerns among investors about the future of cryptocurrency markets. As Bitcoin continues to face selling pressure, it is crucial to understand the key reasons behind this downturn and what…
Bitwise Invest has launched the Bitwise Bitcoin Standard Corporations ETF (OWNB), an exchange-traded fund designed to track publicly traded companies that hold at least 1,000 bitcoin (BTC). The index follows specific rules: companies must hold a minimum of 1,000 BTC, with holdings weighted based on the amount of bitcoin owned. The largest holding is capped…
The establishment of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR) in the U.S. is a “monumental endorsement” of the world’s largest cryptocurrency, broker H.C. Wainwright said in a research report Monday. The move mints bitcoin’s “legitimacy in the mold of humanity’s most historically prized asset: gold,” analysts Kevin Dede and Michael Donovan wrote. President Trump directed his…
Spain’s second-largest bank is planning to roll out trading services for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH). In a new announcement, Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria (BBVA) says it has obtained the necessary approvals from the country’s securities regulator, the National Securities Market Commission (CNMV), to offer its customers trading services for the top two digital assets…
CORRECTION (March 11, 15:40 UTC): Removes incorrect figure from headline. The earlier version said Taproot Wizards was looking to raise around $34 million, based on the sale of 2,121 wizards at 0.2 BTC each. However, many buyers would pay only 0.1 BTC because of participation in the Quantum Cats sale of a year ago. An…
Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure The current bearish state of the overall crypto market has triggered fears of a bear market since Bitcoin, the largest digital asset, continues to decline, reaching as low as $77,760. It is worth noting that BTC has been decreasing from its new…
16h05 ▪ 4 min read ▪ by Evans S. Time no longer has a grip on the crypto markets. Coinbase has just broken the shackles of fixed hours by announcing 24/7 trading of futures contracts on bitcoin and ethereum for American residents. A revolution that, beyond simplifying access, redefines the rules of the game in…
At the Bitcoin Policy Institute event, Vivek Ramaswamy made a bold case for Bitcoin, calling it more than just an investment — he sees it as a symbol of American freedom, innovation, and resilience. He urged the U.S. to adopt Bitcoin as a strategic reserve, arguing that doing so would help maintain the country’s leadership…
Bitcoin mining pool Braiins has reached a major milestone by processing over 1,000 daily payouts on the Lightning Network. This achievement demonstrates the potential for Lightning to enable instant, low-cost transactions at scale for the mining sector. Since first introducing Lightning payouts in February 2024 through a partnership with payments platform Voltage, Braiins has experienced…