Michigan proposes investments in crypto as Bitcoin Pepe’s presale nears $2m

Michigan has joined the wave of other states in the US looking to invest in cryptocurrencies Bitcoin Pepe’s presale approaches $2m two days after launch Michigan proposes crypto investments Michigan’s state representatives, Bryan Posthumus and Ron Robinson have proposed House Bill 4087 to allow the state to invest in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.

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SEC Seeks Public Input on In-Kind Redemptions for Bitcoin, Ether ETFs

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has invited public comments on a proposed rule change that would allow Bitcoin and Eth exchange-traded funds to conduct in-kind redemptions.

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North Carolina’s Digital Assets Bill: Exploring HB 92 and Its Potential Impact

Key takeaways: The bill introduced by North Carolina House Speaker Destin Hall would allow the state treasurer to invest in Bitcoin ETPs. The bill aims to diversify North Carolina’s investment The post North Carolina’s Digital Assets Bill: Exploring HB 92 and Its Potential Impact appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

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Best No KYC Crypto Exchanges to Buy Crypto & Bitcoin (BTC) in 2025

The best no KYC crypto exchanges are MEXC, Bybit, dYdX, Uniswap, Pancakeswap, Changelly, CoinEx, PrimeXBT, Pionex, and ProBit. These platforms allow traders to buy, sell, swap, and invest in crypto The post Best No KYC Crypto Exchanges to Buy Crypto & Bitcoin (BTC) in 2025 appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

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Missouri introduces bill to establish Bitcoin reserve 

Missouri is joining the trend of states embracing Bitcoin by introducing its own Bitcoin reserve bill, known as House Bill 1217. Missouri Representative Ben Keathley introduced the bill, seeking to establish a Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Fund that would allow the…

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South Dakota lawmaker proposes two Bitcoin Reserve bills, eyes 10% state fund allocation

South Dakota Representative Logan Manhart made two new legislative proposals on Jan. 30 aimed at incorporating Bitcoin (BTC) into the state’s investment strategy.   House Bill 1202 (HB 1202) would allow the state to allocate 10% of its public funds to Bitcoin.

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Tesla Marked Up Bitcoin Holdings Valuation in Q4, Booking a $600M Gain

New FASB rules allow for corporate bitcoin owners to mark those assets to market.

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Arizona Senate committee advances Bitcoin reserve bill 

The Arizona Senate Finance Committee has approved SB1025, also known as the “Arizona Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act.” The Act was approved in a 5-2 vote. Co-sponsored by State Senator Wendy Rogers and Representative Jeff Weninger, the bill seeks to allow…

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Nasdaq seeks to allow ‘in-kind’ redemptions for BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF

Nasdaq submits an SEC filing to allow in-kind transfers of BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF, simplifying the process for authorized participants. In a filing submitted to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Nasdaq proposed on behalf of BlackRock to amend certain…

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BlackRock Files To Change Its Bitcoin ETF To Allow For In-Kind Redemptions — Good News For BTC?

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BlackRock files for ETF rule change to enable in-kind Bitcoin redemptions

Nasdaq has filed an amended rule proposal seeking to introduce in-kind redemptions for BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin ETF (IBIT), according to a Jan. 24 regulatory filing. The adjustment would allow the exchange-traded fund to transfer Bitcoin (BTC) directly to investors during redemptions instead of converting holdings into cash.

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Wyoming and Massachusetts introduce legislation to allow state investments in Bitcoin

Lawmakers in Wyoming and Massachusetts have recently introduced bills to authorize state investments in Bitcoin (BTC), bringing the total number of US states with such proposals to eight. In Wyoming, Representative Jacob Wasserburger introduced House Bill 201, titled “State Funds-Investment in Bitcoin,” proposing that the state allocate up to 3% of its public funds to […] The post Wyoming and Massachusetts introduce legislation to allow state investments in Bitcoin appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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Coinbase partners with Morpho to introduce Bitcoin-backed loans on Base

Coinbase announced a partnership with money market Morpho on Jan. 16 to offer on-chain USD Coin (USDC) loans backed by Bitcoin (BTC), according to a Jan. 16 release. The service will allow Coinbase users to borrow USDC by pledging Bitcoin as collateral.

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Genius Group launches $33m rights offering to boost Bitcoin reserve

Genius Group Limited, a Bitcoin-focused education company, has announced a $33 million rights offering to expand its Bitcoin Treasury. The offering will allow existing shareholders to purchase additional shares at $0.

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How Ethiopia’s Low Energy Costs Allow BIT Mining to Recycle its Bitcoin Machines

BIT Mining says that its Ethiopia operations create a positive feedback loop with its business in Ohio.

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Bitcoin In Swiss Reserves? Proposal Filed By Swiss Chancellery

A group cryptocurrency advocates in Switzerland has urged the government to consider the addition of Bitcoin in the national reserve. The Swiss Federal Chancellery initiated the process to gain the required number of signatures to push for the amendment of the country’s constitution to allow the Swiss National Bank to build Bitcoin holdings. Related Reading: […]

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National Bank of Cambodia to allow banks to process cryptocurrencies for the first time

The National Bank of Cambodia has given commercial banks and payment firms permission to provide crypto-related services, but not for Bitcoin and other unbacked tokens. According to the Phnom Penh Post, the NBC formally declared the decision to allow banks…

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La Rosa Holdings to offer Bitcoin payments for real estate agents

The real estate platform will allow agents to receive commissions in digital assets under a 2% fee.

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Fed’s Jerome Powell: ‘We’re not allowed to own Bitcoin’ - No more BTC reserve? 

Powell stated that the law doesn’t allow the Fed to own BTC.  The community clarified that the US BTC reserve will be under the Treasury Secretary, not the Fed.   Fed chair Jerome PowelThe post Fed’s Jerome Powell: ‘We’re not allowed to own Bitcoin’ - No more BTC reserve?  appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Congress discussing bill to allow Fed to hold Bitcoin: Lummis

Speaking in an interview with Yahoo Finance, Senator Cynthia Lummis outlined a plan to authorize the Federal Reserve to purchase and hold Bitcoin, integrating it as a key asset in the country’s financial strategy.

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Ohio introduces second Bitcoin reserve bill

The State of Ohio has introduced a second Bitcoin reserve bill as crypto legislation gains momentum across the U.S. ahead of Donald Trump’s inauguration. Ohio House GOP Majority Whip Steve Demetriou proposed legislation to allow the state to manage a…

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A Last Resort: Un'FE'd Covenants For Bitcoin

Jeremy Rubin recently released a proposal to allow specialized oracles to emulate covenants on Bitcoin with no softforks necessary, secured by a BitVM based slashable bond.

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Texas lawmaker proposes state-managed Bitcoin reserve for financial stability

Texas lawmakers have introduced a bill to establish a state-managed Bitcoin reserve, aiming to explore the potential role of crypto in public finance. Filed on Dec. 13 by Republican Rep. Giovanni Capriglione, the legislation would allow the state to collect taxes, fees, and donations in Bitcoin, with the assets held for at least five years.

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As Bitcoin Hits $100,000, Analysts Warn Of Potential Pullback Amid High Funding Rates

Bitcoin has recently made headlines by breaking through the $100,000 mark for the first time, a milestone that has prompted increased trading activity and strategic hedging among investors.  According to a Bloomberg report, this surge has led some traders to seek protection against potential price declines, as demand for put options—contracts that allow buyers to […]

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Sui to introduce Bitcoin staking starting December

Sui, the emerging Layer 1 blockchain, is set to launch Bitcoin staking in December, marking a significant step toward integrating Bitcoin into decentralized finance (DeFi). This new initiative, developed in collaboration with Babylon Labs and Lombard Protocol, will allow Bitcoin holders to stake their BTC on Babylon, a Bitcoin layer-2 network, and mint LBTC, Lombard’s […]

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Donald Trump’s Commerce Secretary picks Cantor Fitzgerald to collaborate with Tether on $2B BTC project

Financial services firm Cantor Fitzgerald, which serves as Tether’s banking partner, is looking to work with the stablecoin issuer on a program that will allow clients to borrow dollars against Bitcoin as collateral, Bloomberg reported on Sunday.

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Bitcoin 'spoofing' drives BTC price to $97K amid record profit-taking

Bitcoin sellers, whether genuine or not, are refusing to allow a $100,000 BTC price milestone.

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Coinbase wrapped Bitcoin deploys on Solana, aimed at growing DeFi market

The deployment will allow users to utilize Bitcoin in Solana’s burgeoning DeFi ecosystem, according to Coinbase. 

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Traders turn to this first-of-its-kind Meme Portfolio as markets falter ahead of US elections

Bitcoin prices fluctuate in tandem with US election odds for Trump and Harris. A new meme coin index fund called Vantard offers exposure to high-growth meme coins. Vantard’s Meme Portfolio (VMP) will allow investors to benefit from the “memecoin supercycle” with minimal effort.

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A Trump Presidency Is The Best Outcome For Bitcoin: NIKOLAUS

Trump would allow a friendly regulatory environment for Bitcoiners to thrive in.

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21.co and Crypto.com team up to improve wrapped Bitcoin liquidity

21. co, the parent company of 21Shares, has announced a strategic partnership with Crypto. com. The collaboration will enhance liquidity and custody solutions for 21. co’s wrapped tokens, starting with its wrapped Bitcoin (BTC).

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Bitcoin gets US employment boost as BTC price eyes $300M ask liquidity

BTC price gains allow Bitcoin bulls to zero in on $300 million in ask liquidity located above $62,000. 

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Is Bitcoin preparing for a big move toward a new ATH?

Buying pressure on Bitcoin did increase in the last 24 hours. A bull rally could allow BTC to approach an all-time high.  Bitcoin [BTC] has been facing trouble in the last few days as the cThe post Is Bitcoin preparing for a big move toward a new ATH? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Ohio Senator pushes bill to enable crypto tax payments

Ohio could soon legally accept Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies for taxes if a new bill by Senator Niraj Antani is enacted into law. On September 30, Ohio State Senator Niraj Antani introduced a bill seeking to allow taxpayers in the…

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Coinbase’s cbBTC wrapped Bitcoin coming to Solana — Breakpoint 2024

Wrapped Bitcoin products allow users to retain asset control while using Bitcoin as collateral for decentralized finance applications.

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Nasdaq Looks to Offer Bitcoin Options, Following Rival NYSE’s Plans

Nasdaq is seeking approval from regulators to allow the launch and trading of options tied to the price of bitcoin, the exchange said Tuesday.

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Nasdaq wants to launch a Bitcoin index options, seeks SEC approval

Options would allow institutional investors to hedge risks and traders to amplify their buying power. 

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Morgan Stanley’s Bold Bitcoin ETF Move Is A “Death Wish”, Ex-SEC Official Argues

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Morgan Stanley’s Wealth Advisors to Offer Bitcoin ETFs

Morgan Stanley will allow its advisors to offer Bitcoin ETFs from BlackRock and Fidelity to certain wealthy clients, marking a significant move in mainstream finance's adoption of digital assets.

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Morgan Stanley to allow advisors to offer Bitcoin ETF investments

Morgan Stanley has become the first major Wall Street bank to allow its financial advisors to advise Bitcoin ETF investments.  Morgan Stanley will now allow its financial advisors to offer Bitcoin (BTC) ETFs to eligible clients starting August 7, according…

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The Open Network (TON) to launch teleport Bitcoin bridge

The Open Network announces plans to launch a bridge to get Bitcoin onto the TON blockchain, The bridge will allow Bitcoin to be used for DefI purposes in the TON ecosystem. The TON Foundation announced that the Open Network will launch a trustless bridge to allow people to bridge Bitcoin into the TON ecosystem for […] The post The Open Network (TON) to launch teleport Bitcoin bridge appeared first on CoinJournal.

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US Congressman introduces bill to allow IRS accept Bitcoin for tax payments

US Congressman Matt Gaetz has introduced legislation that would require the IRS to accept tax paid with Bitcoin. If enacted into law, American taxpayers will have the option to pay taxes in BTC. US Representative Matt Gaetz (R-FL),has introduced a new bill that could see Americans pay their income tax with Bitcoin.

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Bill seeks to allow Bitcoin payments for federal income tax

Rep. Matt Gaetz has introduced legislation to allow Americans to pay federal income taxes with Bitcoin and integrate crypto into the system. The post Bill seeks to allow Bitcoin payments for federal income tax appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Congressman Matt Gaetz Introduces Bill to Allow Federal Income Tax Payments in Bitcoin

The bill would order the Treasury secretary to develop a plan for accepting Bitcoin as payment.

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Australia’s first spot Bitcoin ETF to go live on Tuesday

The Monochrome Bitcoin ETF will begin trading on the Cboe Australia exchange.  The ETF, listed as IBTC, will have a management fee of 0.98%. Monochrome Asset Management, the issuer, provides the fund to allow investors to access Bitcoin within a…

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Bitcoin could grow by strides by being more like Ethereum

Turning Bitcoin into a multi-purpose ecosystem could allow it to reach the same level of success as Ethereum — and make it several times more valuable.

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Internet Computer-Based 'Bitfinity EVM' Launches as Bitcoin L2, Supports Runes

The Bitfinity EVM is designed to allow developers to Bitcoin-based Solidity smart contracts, allowing them to transfer BTC, Ordinals and Runes.

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EU Regulator Considers Approving Bitcoin for UCITS Products

The EU securities regulator is reviewing whether to allow Bitcoin assets into its €12 trillion mutual fund market, potentially opening the door to major mainstream adoption.

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SEC delays decision on 7RCC’s eco-friendly spot Bitcoin ETF

The U.S. SEC has extended its review period on a rule change that would allow the listing of 7RCC’s Spot Bitcoin and Carbon Credit Futures ETF to June 24, 2024.

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