Bitlayer has announced the integration of the BitVM Bridge with Xverse Wallet, a bitcoin wallet that supports customizable Bitcoin testnet configurations. This collaboration allows users to access the trust-minimized BitVM Bridge seamlessly through the Xverse Wallet, enhancing the adoption of BitVM technology in the Bitcoin decentralized finance (DeFi) space. As a member of the BitVM […] Original
The Blockchain Group snapped up 580 BTC for €47.3 million, boasting a 709.8% BTC Yield YTD as it cements its role as Europe’s Bitcoin treasury leader. French Blockchain Giant Doubles Down on Bitcoin, Unlocks 709.8% Yield The Blockchain Group, based in Puteaux, France, and listed on Euronext Growth Paris, announced March 26 that it acquired […] Original
Bitcoin lingers right around the $87,000 threshold after a midday descent to $85,869 per coin Wednesday afternoon, its momentum tempered by fleeting volatility. Bitcoin’s Quiet Dance For much of March 26, the top cryptocurrency oscillated within a narrow corridor, briefly slipping to $85,869 around 3 p.m. ET. Global crypto asset exchanges recorded around $79.59 billion […] Original
Gamestop is raising $1.3 billion to supercharge its bitcoin treasury strategy—despite holding $4.76 billion in cash—mirroring an aggressive, Microstrategy-style playbook. Gamestop Raising $1.3B, Aims to Build Bitcoin-Fueled Treasury Gamestop Corp. (NYSE: GME) announced on March 26 that it intends to raise $1.3 billion through a private offering of convertible senior notes, aiming to tap into […] Original
What happens when a rural African community generates more electricity than it can use? Could Bitcoin mining turn unused hydropower into a lifeline for local economic revival? Zengamina’s dimming vision finds a spark In the remote Ikelenge district of northwestern Zambia, a small hydroelectric plant has quietly been producing more electricity than its surrounding villages could ever use. Built in the early 2010s with $3 million in charitable funding, the 1-megawatt Zengamina facility was never intended to generate profit. Its purpose was to power a rural hospital, provide electricity to…
Bitcoin and most altcoins have bounced back slightly this week, with total crypto market capitalization approaching the $3 trillion mark. Bitcoin (BTC) remained stuck above $86,000, while meme coins like Pepe (PEPE), Shiba Inu (SHIB), and Floki (FLOKI) soared by double digits this week. Mark Zandi, one of the top economists in the U.S. and Chief Economist at Moody’s, has warned that the country may be heading toward a recession. In a post on X, Zandi said that his top recession indicator was “flashing bright yellow,” signaling a potential downturn…
Crusoe Energy has sold its bitcoin mining operations to NYDIG to prioritize artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure development, the companies announced March 25. NYDIG Expands Bitcoin Mining Footprint with Crusoe Acquisition Reports disclose that the transaction includes over 425 modular data centers across the U.S. and Argentina, capable of generating 270 megawatts of power, alongside Crusoe […] Original
Blockchain analysis firm Glassnode says large investors are stacking sats while smaller holders keep selling. Bitcoin Retreats Briefly While Large Investors Accumulate According to Glassnode, large investors have grown their bitcoin ( BTC) holdings by more than 129,000 BTC since March 11, even though the leading digital asset is experiencing a slight decline in its […] Original
Bitcoin ETFs recorded an eighth consecutive day of inflows totaling $27 million, led by Blackrock’s IBIT, while ether ETFs resumed outflows, losing $3 million. Bitcoin ETFs Achieve Eighth Consecutive Day of Inflows With $27 Million Addition Investor enthusiasm for bitcoin ETFs remained strong on Tuesday, March 25, with an additional funds inflow of $26.83 million, […] Original
While the costs of Bitcoin mining can be very high, the return on investment (ROI) is even higher for major operations with huge mining capacity. Therefore, a solo crypto investor must understand the workings of mining before diving into this world. This guide will explore one of the most prevalent terminologies in the mining industry, Bitcoin (BTC) mining difficulty. What is it, and what are its benefits? What is BTC mining difficulty? BTC mining difficulty is a measure of the complexity of mining BTC. It indicates how hard it is…