Day: May 7, 2025

Revolut partners with Lightspark to add Bitcoin Lightning for UK and EEA users

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Revolut has partnered with Lightspark to integrate Bitcoin’s Lightning Network into its payments infrastructure for users in the UK and select European Economic Area countries. Revolut is now using Bitcoin’s (BTC) Lightning Network through Lightspark to let users send crypto instantly and with lower fees, making digital payments faster and cheaper, according to a company post. The move is designed to reduce network costs and transaction times, tapping into what Lightspark describes as the “open Money Grid.” Revolut’s GM of Crypto, Emil Urmanshin, said the integration is part of the…

Bitcoin Volatility Rises Ahead of Key FOMC Rate Decision Today

Key Notes Bitcoin price has increased to $97,771 ahead of the Federal Reserve’s policy decision. The Fed is expected to hold rates despite inflation remaining at 3.5%. Jerome Powell’s tone will likely influence BTC’s near-term direction. The price of the largest cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, is hovering near key resistance levels as global markets await the U.S. Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision, expected later today. With economic uncertainty growing and inflation still a concern, traders are on edge. All eyes are on Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s upcoming statement, which may influence Bitcoin’s…

KAITO Surges Past $1 as Volume Quintuples: Will the Rally Last?

Key Notes KAITO derivatives volume soared 1391% and open interest rose to a 2-month high at $184M. With over 200K active yappers and $71M+ rewards distributed, the Kaito ecosystem is buzzing. If KAITO breaks above $1.42, the next psychological resistance could be near $1.60–$1.70. KAITO, the native token of the AI-powered InfoFi network, has risen over 65% in the past 24 hours, breaking through the critical $1 psychological barrier and touching a new local high of $1.42. At the time of writing, KAITO is trading at $1.3360, with a daily…

Bridging Bitcoin to DeFi: Insights from MacLane Wilkison, CEO of tLabs and Co-founder of Threshold

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In a recent podcast episode, MacLane Wilkison, CEO of tLabs and co-founder of Threshold Network, shared a compelling vision for Bitcoin’s future in decentralized finance (DeFi). At the center of the discussion was tBTC, a permissionless Bitcoin bridge designed to expand Bitcoin’s utility across DeFi ecosystems, while maintaining security and user control. A Journey Through […] Original

Safeheron introduces open-source Intel SGX TEE framework for Web3 security

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Safeheron, a digital asset infrastructure provider based in Singapore, has introduced an open-source Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) framework. This solution could bolster security and privacy for Web3 in sectors like decentralized finance (DeFi), payment services, and decentralized autonomous organizations. The TEE framework is the first built upon the native Intel SGX SDK and developed using modern C++, a general-purpose object-oriented programming language often used for operating systems, game development, and high-powered computing. Safeheron decided to open-source the framework because the company had seen growing concerns across the industry about closed,…

Here’s why altcoins like Stacks, Flare, Jasmy, and Dogecoin rising

Bitcoin and most altcoins rose on Wednesday as investors cheered the upcoming US-China trade talks. The market also reacted positively to a drop in crude oil prices ahead of the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision. Bitcoin (BTC) rose to $97,000, its highest level since February, giving it a market cap of over $1.92 trillion. Top altcoins like Stacks (STX), Flare (FLR), JasmyCoin (JASMY), and Dogecoin (DOGE) jumped by over 3%.  The primary catalyst for the rally is the planned meeting between senior US and Chinese officials in Switzerland this weekend.…

Phoenix Group Mines 350 Bitcoin in Q1, Bolsters North American Operations With Texas Facility

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This week, Phoenix Group PLC reported $31 million in Q1 2025 revenue alongside progress toward 500 megawatts (MW) of global bitcoin mining capacity, including a newly operational 20 MW facility in Texas. Phoenix Group Targets Top 5 Bitcoin Mining Spot by 2026 Phoenix Group, an Abu Dhabi-based cryptocurrency mining firm, announced consolidated Q1 revenue of […] Original

Asset Entities stock surges over 200% after Strive merger and Bitcoin news

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Asset Entities surged over 200% in trading following news that it will merge with Strive Asset Management to form the first publicly traded Bitcoin treasury asset manager.  The combined entity will operate under the Strive brand and remain listed on NASDAQ, with a mission to maximize long-term Bitcoin exposure per share. The new company intends to accumulate Bitcoin (BTC) aggressively using a multi-pronged approach.  This includes a first-of-its-kind offering that allows accredited investors to exchange Bitcoin for equity in the public company, potentially in a tax-free manner under Section 351…

‘The Big Short’ Coming For Bitcoin? Why BTC Will Clear $110,000

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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. Market commentator Miya has outlined an interesting theory on why the Bitcoin price is poised to hit $110,000 by the end of the year. The expert alluded to current…

Adam Back says Bitcoin price cycle ’10x bigger’ but will still decisively break above $100K

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For a man who many believe could actually be Satoshi, Blockstream CEO Adam Back is surprisingly understanding on the question of normies buying so-called “paper Bitcoin” via the ETFs. “You have to have some empathy for the people who want to buy Bitcoin, but they don’t know how to do it, and it’s too complicated,” Back tells Magazine.  There are limits to his tolerance though. “You also don’t really want 90% of it in ETFs or something because that might start to become a problem,” says the London-born, Malta-based cryptographer.…