Category: Bitcoin News

CFTC Takes Historic Step to Approve First True US Bitcoin Perpetual

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Key Takeaways Historic CFTC approval opens the door for regulated bitcoin perpetual trading. Offshore-dominated crypto derivatives markets now have a U.S. regulatory pathway. Additional products could follow as exchanges test the CFTC’s review process. CFTC Opens Historic Path for Bitcoin Perpetuals The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced on May 29, 2026, a historic step to bring true bitcoin perpetual contracts into the U.S. regulatory framework. The action opens a path for one of crypto’s most liquid derivatives markets to trade on CFTC-registered exchanges, with BTCPERP becoming the first approved…

Bitcoin snaps back to $74,000 as Trump ends Hormuz naval blockade

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Bitcoin has clawed back losses to trade near $74,000 after President Donald Trump abruptly announced an end to the U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, easing weeks of geopolitical pressure on crypto and oil markets. Summary Bitcoin rebounds to roughly $74,000 after Trump ends Hormuz blockade Traders unwind “war premium” as focus shifts back to macro and ETF flows BTC volatility stays elevated after weeks of headline driven price swings In a Truth Social post, US President announced the end of the Hormuz naval blockade, spurring a reaction…

What led to Mark Cuban’s viral Bitcoin dump?

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Mark Cuban has dumped most of his Bitcoin, calling it “not the hedge I expected” as the Iran war and dollar volatility exposed what he sees as a failed safe haven narrative. Summary Mark Cuban says Bitcoin “has lost the plot” and is “not the hedge I expected” after the Iran war The billionaire sold roughly 80% of his Bitcoin as gold spiked to $5,000 while BTC fell Bitcoin has still gained more than 16% since the conflict began, outpacing gold and challenging Cuban’s thesis Billionaire investor Mark Cuban has…

CFTC approves first Bitcoin Perpetual Futures on regulated U.S. exchange

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The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission has greenlit the nation’s first bitcoin perpetual futures contract on a regulated exchange, marking a watershed moment for domestic crypto derivatives trading. Summary CFTC approved first-ever bitcoin perpetual futures contract on regulated U.S. platform Chairman Mike Selig says move delivers on President Trump’s goal to make America “crypto capital of the world” Perpetual futures previously dominated offshore exchanges with over 70% of centralized trading volume The CFTC announced Friday it had approved an unnamed regulated exchange to list and trade bitcoin perpetual futures contracts,…

Kalshi wins CFTC approval to launch first U.S. Bitcoin perps

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The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission has approved Kalshi to launch the first federally regulated Bitcoin perpetual futures contract in the United States, opening a new path for crypto derivatives trading onshore. Summary The CFTC approved Kalshi’s BTCPERP contract, clearing the way for the first federally regulated Bitcoin perpetual futures product in the U.S. The regulator also issued Coinbase a no-action letter allowing certain crypto perpetual futures products to use Bitcoin, Ether, and stablecoins as collateral. Kalshi’s approval comes as the company expands beyond prediction markets while challenging Minnesota’s proposed…

Dormant Holders Unleash $7.6B in Bitcoin Aged 5 to 15 Years Across 2026

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Key Takeaways 295.63 BTC worth $21M moved Thursday from wallets dormant since 2014–2015, adding sell pressure below $74,000. On Friday, an additional 370 BTC moved from so-called sleeping bitcoin addresses. Checkonchain.com data shows 103,913.94 BTC worth $7.6B has left long-dormant addresses in 2026 alone. The trend of early bitcoin holders returning coins to circulation shows no signs of slowing as 2026 progresses. Long-Idle Holders Unload Dormant bitcoins continue to spring to life this week, and despite bitcoin’s slide, the activity shows no signs of slowing. As more long-silent coins return…

Bitcoin price at crossroads as bearish setup points to more losses

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Bitcoin has stabilized near $73,000 after a three-day slide, but bearish chart signals suggest the correction may not be over. Summary Bitcoin price stabilized near $73,000 after a three-day sell-off driven by Iran-related geopolitical tensions, heavy ETF outflows, and leveraged liquidations. Bearish technical indicators, including a rounded-top pattern, MACD crossover, and weakening weekly momentum, suggest further downside risks remain. Traders are closely watching support near $72,500, while easing U.S.-Iran tensions and a potential ceasefire extension have helped calm market sentiment. According to data from crypto.news, Bitcoin (BTC) price was trading…

Trump vows to push pro-Bitcoin policies; SHRMiner cloud mining’s $7,000 passive income opportunity draws attention

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Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. Trump’s crypto support boosts interest in Bitcoin and cloud mining platforms like SHRMiner among retail investors. Summary Donald Trump’s recent pro-crypto remarks have increased optimism around a potentially friendlier U.S. regulatory environment for digital assets. Platforms such as SHRMiner are gaining attention by offering cloud mining access that removes the need for expensive hardware or technical mining expertise. SHRMiner provides multiple cloud mining contract options designed for users seeking…

Texas Bitcoin reserve plans $10M shift from IBIT to BTC custody

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Texas is moving closer to holding Bitcoin directly, after opening a search for a custody and liquidity provider for its Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. Summary Texas seeks custody services to move its $10M reserve from IBIT into direct Bitcoin holdings. The RFP asks providers to acquire, hold, manage and report Texas Bitcoin and crypto holdings. Hancock named four advisors to guide custody, risk controls and public reporting for the reserve. Meanwhile, the state wants to shift its reserve from BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust into directly held Bitcoin through a third-party custody…

$7.5B Bitcoin, Ethereum options expiry tests weak crypto bulls

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Bitcoin and Ethereum faced a large monthly options expiry on May 29 as prices stayed below key levels. Summary Bitcoin options worth $6.2 billion expired as BTC traded below the key $75,000 max pain level. Ethereum options worth $1.28 billion expired while ETH struggled near $2,000 after recent market weakness. Greeks.live said the expiry looked like bearish unwinding, with longs retreating from key resistance zones. Greeks.live said 84,000 Bitcoin options expired, with a notional value of $6.2 billion. It also said 639,000 Ethereum options expired, with a notional value of…