Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) saw their three-day inflow streak broken with $86 million in net outflows, primarily due to a sharp drawdown from Grayscale’s GBTC. Ether ETFs also took a hit, recording an $18 million exit, entirely from Fidelity’s FETH. GBTC and FETH Lead the Exit for Bitcoin and Ether ETFs The tide briefly turned […] Original
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Metaplanet Adds 555 BTC to Its Treasury
The firm is now already more than halfway toward meeting its 10,000 BTC goal by the end of December. Metaplanet Expands Bitcoin Holdings with 555 BTC Purchase Japanese bitcoin treasury firm Metaplanet has purchased 555 bitcoin ( BTC) increasing its total holdings to 5,555 BTC, according to an announcement the company made on Wednesday. The […] Source CryptoX Portal
US Treasury Secretary expresses support for crypto bills at hearing
Speaking at a hearing, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent toed the party line in suggesting support for two crypto-related bills moving through Congress. Bessent addressed lawmakers at a May 7 hearing of the House Financial Services Committee, saying that the United States should be the “premier destination for digital assets” in response to a question about American dominance over China in crypto-related innovation. The Treasury Secretary added that “good market structure” and “stablecoin legislation” could help ensure this outcome. US Treasury Secretary speaking at a May 7 hearing. Source: Scott…
Gann Angle Resistance Grid Predicts Surge
Reason to trust Strict editorial policy that focuses on accuracy, relevance, and impartiality Created by industry experts and meticulously reviewed The highest standards in reporting and publishing Strict editorial policy that focuses on accuracy, relevance, and impartiality Morbi pretium leo et nisl aliquam mollis. Quisque arcu lorem, ultricies quis pellentesque nec, ullamcorper eu odio. Este artículo también está disponible en español. XRP’s price action in the past seven days has been marked by a consistent decline from $2.25, putting the target at a probable break below $2. If XRP were…
Crypto Exchange Coinbase Adds Gold-Pegged Stablecoin PAXG to Listing Roadmap
Coinbase, the largest crypto exchange in the US, has announced the possibility of listing a gold-pegged stablecoin. In a new post on the social media platform X, Coinbase says it’s added PAX Gold (PAXG) to its listing roadmap. A placement on Coinbase’s roadmap doesn’t guarantee a future listing, but it announces the potential for it to be listed in order to promote transparency and prevent possible insider trading. PAX Gold is an Ethereum (ETH)-based token backed by physical gold and issued by blockchain infrastructure platform Paxos. Says the project, “PAXG…
COLDRIVER using new malware to steal from Western targets — Google
Threat group COLDRIVER is using new malware to steal documents from Western targets, according to a May 7 report from Google Threat Intelligence. The malware, called LOSTKEYS, shows the evolution of the group from credential phishing to more sophisticated attacks. According to the Google report, the new malware is installed through four steps. The process involves a “lure website” with a fake CAPTCHA, a PowerShell script downloaded to the user’s clipboard, some device evasion, and retrieval of the final payload. Lastly, the malware is installed. LOSTKEYS payload delivery. Source: Google…
How Bitcoin Adopters Index offers a new path to BTC exposure
The idea of Bitcoin moving beyond cryptocurrency wallets and into corporate treasuries has gained significant traction, mostly due to Strategy’s bold moves to hodl billions of dollars’ worth of Bitcoin. As more companies explore or embrace Bitcoin (BTC) as a strategic reserve asset, investors are looking for new ways to gain exposure to this trend, without necessarily holding Bitcoin itself. That’s where indices like the Indxx Bitcoin Adopters Index come in. The index tracks a diversified basket of publicly traded stocks that hold Bitcoin on their balance sheets. Rather than…
“This is not a time for blind risk-taking” — has Bitcoin’s $97,000 calm lulled investors into ignoring macro risks?
How are analysts interpreting Bitcoin’s $97K consolidation against rising global debt maturity, ETF flow trends, and the uncertain direction of interest rates in the second half of the year? Crypto mirrors the tension but charts its own path The mood across global financial markets has turned visibly tense. What began as a focused concern around central bank decisions has morphed into a broader wave of uncertainty, shaped by conflicting macro indicators, uneven growth data, and investor hesitation. The reintroduction of U.S. tariffs under President Donald Trump’s administration has added another…
Bitcoin ‘Realized Cap’ hits $890B as BTC traders focus on recapturing $100K
Key Takeaways: Bitcoin’s realized capitalization hit a record $890 billion, reflecting strong investor conviction as long-term and short-term holders increased allocations. Large Bitcoin holders with over 1,000 BTC have accumulated significantly since March 2025, reflecting the Q1 2024 trend. Bitcoin (BTC) price saw a short-squeeze above $97,000 on May 6, shortly after US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that trade talks would commence with China on May 10. At the same time, BTC’s realized capitalization, a metric adding the dollar value of all coins at their last moved price, soared…
Strive Asset Manager to become Bitcoin treasury company
Strive Asset Management, founded by entrepreneur and former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, has revealed plans to transition into a Bitcoin treasury company. According to a May 7 announcement, Strive is going public through a reverse merger and plans to use the combined company’s stock to accumulate Bitcoin (BTC). The deal will see Strive merging with Asset Entities — a social media marketing company listed on the Nasdaq. The combined entity will operate under the Strive brand and use its access to the public equity markets to finance Bitcoin purchases, the…