Trump Moves From NFT Royalties to MARA Holdings Equity Stake

Bitcoin News Today: Donald Trump has disclosed a direct equity position in MARA Holdings , the Nasdaq-listed bitcoin mining and AI infrastructure company formerly known as Marathon Digital, marking the first time a sitting U.S. president has filed a personal stake in a publicly traded Bitcoin mining firm. The disclosure, surfaced through OGE Form 278-T filings covering Q1 2026 activity, shows MARA appearing alongside purchases of Coinbase, Robinhood, and positions widely interpreted as MicroStrategy, as part of an estimated $220–$750 million in trust-executed trades during the quarter. Where Trump’s earlier…

Bitcoin braces for Fed minutes and Nvidia earnings after $661M wipeout

Bitcoin fell below $77,000 on May 18 as selling pressure spread across the crypto market.  Summary Bitcoin’s drop below $77,000 came as ETF outflows and forced liquidations weakened short-term market sentiment. Fed minutes, jobs data and sentiment reports may shape rate expectations across markets this week. Nvidia’s May 20 earnings could guide AI stock demand and AI-linked crypto tokens this week. crypto.news reported that U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded more than $1 billion in net outflows last week, while more than $661 million in crypto positions were liquidated within 24…

Capital B deploys newly raised funds into $15.1M bitcoin purchase

Capital B has expanded its bitcoin treasury after deploying newly raised capital into the purchase of 192 BTC worth €13 million ($15.1 million). Summary Capital B purchased 192 BTC for €13 million after completing three capital raises worth about €17.15 million. The France based company now holds 3,135 BTC acquired at an average purchase price of $105,270 per bitcoin. In a Monday announcement, Capital B said the latest acquisition followed the completion of three separate capital increases that brought in roughly €17.15 million ($20 million). The France-based company stated that…

Five leading free Bitcoin mining platforms worldwide in 2026: Daily rewards, beginner-friendly

Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. BM Blockchain gains attention as beginners explore simpler Bitcoin cloud mining options in 2026. Summary New crypto users are exploring cloud mining platforms to access Bitcoin mining without hardware or electricity costs. BM Blockchain offers the best beginner-friendly cloud mining with AI-powered computing allocation and a $108 welcome reward. BM Blockchain, NiceHash, ECOS, and Bitdeer are gaining attention as simplified mining platforms for beginners in 2026. With Bitcoin drawing…

Crypto ATM operator Bitcoin Depot files for bankruptcy months after leadership overhaul

Nasdaq-listed crypto ATM operator Bitcoin Depot has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Texas as mounting regulatory pressure and financial losses pushed the company toward an orderly shutdown. Summary Bitcoin Depot has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and taken its global crypto ATM network offline as regulatory pressure intensified across multiple U.S. states. The company said stricter compliance rules, enforcement actions, and litigation against crypto ATM operators made its business model unsustainable. Revenue at Bitcoin Depot fell 49.2% year over year in the first quarter of 2026, while the…

Bitcoin price falls under $77K as ETFs record $1B outflows

U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded more than $1 billion in cumulative net outflows over the past week as institutional investors reduced exposure to the asset. Summary U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded over $1 billion in cumulative net outflows last week as institutional demand for crypto exposure weakened sharply. Bitcoin fell below the $77,000 support level after over $661 million in crypto liquidations wiped out heavily leveraged bullish positions. Rising inflation concerns and WTI crude prices above $107 added pressure on risk assets as traders reduced expectations for Fed rate cuts.…

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XRP ‘Trade Of A Lifetime’ Is Setting Up, Says Crypto Analyst

Crypto analyst Will Taylor, founder of CryptoinsightUK, says XRP may be approaching a defining market setup as US regulatory clarity, Ripple’s infrastructure buildout and broader macro liquidity pressures converge. In the Week 195 edition of The Weekly Insight, Taylor argued that the market may be underestimating the significance of recent progress around the Clarity Act, particularly for assets tied to institutional settlement and financial infrastructure. The newsletter framed XRP as one of the clearest expressions of that thesis, while noting that the view represents personal opinion rather than financial advice.…

Iran eyes Bitcoin linked insurance model for Strait of Hormuz shipping: report

Iran has reportedly explored an insurance-based system for ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz, while unverified claims about Bitcoin-linked payments have added fresh uncertainty around how the wartime transit regime could operate. Summary Iran has reportedly explored an insurance system for ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz, with speculation emerging around possible Bitcoin-based payments. Fars News denied reports that Tehran is already collecting crypto tolls, even as shipping firms face scam messages demanding Bitcoin or USDT for safe passage. U.S. authorities recently froze $344 million in USDT tied to Iran,…