Core Scientific expects to sell most of its 2,500 BTC holdings in Q1 2026 to strengthen liquidity and fund AI-focused data center expansion. The move reflects a broader shift among public miners pivoting toward high-performance computing. CORZ Plans Q1 Bitcoin Exit for AI Push Core Scientific (NASDAQ: CORZ) is preparing to part with most of […] Original
A new study from the Bitcoin Policy Institute finds that leading artificial intelligence models show a strong preference for Bitcoin and other digitally native forms of money when placed in simulated economic scenarios. Summary Bitcoin was the most preferred monetary instrument overall, selected in nearly half of all AI responses. AI models strongly favored digital-native money over fiat, with more than 90% of responses choosing crypto-based options. Stablecoins were preferred for payments, while Bitcoin dominated as a long-term store of value. Study of 36 AI models finds Bitcoin dominates as…
A wallet on the Bitcoin blockchain associated with U.S. government seizure funds moved approximately 0.3346 BTC, roughly $23,000, marking the first on-chain transfer from a federal forfeiture account since late 2025, according to blockchain analytics data. Summary The U.S. government moved roughly 0.33 BTC from a wallet labeled as seized funds tied to the Villanueva forfeiture. The Bitcoin was sent to fresh addresses with no immediate exchange connections, suggesting possible internal custody management. Public records on the specific forfeiture case are sparse, highlighting how blockchain labeling often precedes detailed court…
Governor Mike Braun has signed House Bill 1042 into law, formalizing new protections for digital asset users in Indiana and setting guardrails around how state and local authorities may regulate cryptocurrency activity. Summary HB 1042 prohibits state and local governments from imposing discriminatory taxes or restrictions targeting cryptocurrency transactions. The law protects the right of Indiana residents to self-custody digital assets. Indiana formally defines cryptocurrency in state statute, providing regulatory clarity for courts and agencies. HB 1042 becomes law as Indiana expands legal clarity for digital assets The measure, which…
Bitcoin price started a decent increase above $68,500 but failed at $70,000. BTC is now consolidating and might aim for more gains above $68,800. Bitcoin started a fresh increase after it settled above the $68,000 support. The price is trading above $68,000 and the 100 hourly simple moving average. There is a contracting triangle forming with resistance at $68,400 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair might dip again if it trades below the $67,000 and $66,550 levels. Bitcoin Price Corrects Lower From…
Bitcoin faces mounting volatility as geopolitical tensions and surging oil prices rattle global markets, with Wintermute warning that macro forces — not crypto fundamentals — now threaten to dictate the sector’s next decisive move. Analysts Warn Energy Shock Could Delay Crypto Recovery Global markets are recalibrating as geopolitical tensions reshape expectations for risk assets. Bitcoin […] Original
On Tuesday, the U.S. government shifted a modest slice of bitcoin, roughly 0.33 BTC, marking its first onchain movement of the year. The coins were tied to a wallet labeled “Miguel Villanueva Seized Funds,” and the holdings are now valued at just under $23,000. Federal Authorities Send 0.33 BTC to New Wallets Onchain records indicate […] Original
Bitcoin showed remarkable resilience Tuesday, holding firm near $68,600 even as global equities cratered under the weight of an escalating Middle East conflict. Bitcoin Defies Global Equities Rout While global equities cratered under the weight of an escalating Middle East conflict, bitcoin again displayed a striking resilience on Tuesday, March. 3. The top cryptocurrency hovered […] Original
Pi Network price is suddenly doing better than top cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, XRP, and Solana this year, driven by key catalysts like the potential Kraken listing and the upcoming validator rewards distribution. Summary Pi Network price has retreated by about 17% this year. It has done better than other popular cryptocurrencies. The team has made some major announcements this year. Pi Coin (PI) token has dropped by 17% this year, while Bitcoin (BTC) is down by 23%. Ethereum (ETH), Ripple (XRP), and Solana (SOL) have dropped by 35%, 27%, and…
Bitcoin perpetual open interest posts its largest daily rise since 2025 as BTC stalls below $70k. Summary Perpetual open interest records its biggest daily percentage increase since July 2025 as BTC tests $69.4k resistance. Leverage expands sharply into a failed breakout attempt, leaving speculative longs vulnerable to liquidations if price moves away from the $69k–$70k zone. BTC trades just under $70k with elevated open interest and hotter funding, signaling higher short-term volatility risk for derivatives markets.studio. Bitcoin’s (BTC) derivatives market has shifted into a more fragile configuration after a sudden…