Bitcoin strategic reserve bill filed: technicals reveal next BTC target

Bitcoin looks poised for significant gains in the coming year after Giovanni Capriglione – a member of the Texas House of Representatives filed a bill to set up a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. Bitcoin looks poised for significant gains in the coming year after Giovanni Capriglione – a member of the Texas House of Representatives filed a bill to set up a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. дальше »

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Ohio lawmaker introduces Bitcoin reserve bill allowing state to buy BTC

Ohio has become the third US state behind Texas and Pennsylvania to see bills introduced to establish Bitcoin reserves as part of the state’s treasury. дальше »

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Texas Resident Sentenced to Two Years for Bitcoin Tax Fraud

Frank Ahlgren sentenced for crypto tax fraud, highlighting US crackdown as countries like the Czech Republic adopt lenient crypto tax policies. The post Texas Resident Sentenced to Two Years for Bitcoin Tax Fraud appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Satoshi-era Bitcoin buyer sentenced to two years for tax fraud

Frank Richard Ahlgren III, an early Bitcoin investor from Texas, has been sentenced to two years in prison for tax fraud.  According to the Department of Justice, Ahlgren underreported $3.7 million in Bitcoin (BTC) capital gains on his 2017 tax… дальше »

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В Техасе предложили создать стратегический резерв биткоина

Депутат Палаты представителей Техаса Джованни Каприглионе (Giovanni Capriglione) внес законопроект о создании стратегического резерва биткоина в казначействе штата. Законопроект под рабочим названием «Texas Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act», поданный в правительство штата 12 декабря, предусматривает хранение биткоина контролером казначейства в качестве резервного актива на протяжении как минимум пяти лет. дальше »

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Texas House Unveils Bill To Create a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

On Thursday, the Texas House of Representatives took a significant step toward integrating cryptocurrency into state financial strategy by introducing a bill aimed at establishing a strategic Bitcoin reserve. дальше »

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Texas House Introduces Bill to Establish Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

Legislation introduced in the Texas House on Thursday could put the state at the forefront of digital innovation. Republican State Representative Giovanni Capriglione proposed a bill to create a strategic Bitcoin reserve. дальше »

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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. дальше »

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Texas lawmaker proposes bill to establish strategic Bitcoin reserve

The draft legislation suggested that Texas residents could fund the Bitcoin reserve through voluntary donations.

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Texas House eyes Bitcoin reserve laws

Texas House of Representatives introduced a Bitcoin reserve bill amid a torrent of crypto adoption chants emboldened by Donald Trump’s Nov. 6 political success. дальше »

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Texas House proposes bill to establish Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

Texas bill proposes creating Strategic Bitcoin Reserve as a hedge against inflation, allowing tax payments in Bitcoin. The post Texas House proposes bill to establish Strategic Bitcoin Reserve appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Bitcoin Mining Giant Acquires Huge 240 Megawatt Texan Wind Farm

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MARA acquiring Texas wind farm for better Bitcoin mining operations

MARA Holdings, formerly Marathon Digital, has announced plans to acquire a wind farm in Hansford County, Texas, to power its sustainable Bitcoin mining data center.  The wind farm, with 240 megawatts of interconnection capacity and 114 MW of operational wind… дальше »

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Crypto Cowboys Unite: Texas Senator Eyes State Resources For Bitcoin Growth

If Senator Ted Cruz of Texas gets his way, he wants the state to be the “oasis of Bitcoin. ” For Cruz, the primary hurdle to full Bitcoin adoption is the federal government itself, particularly its left-leaning policies. дальше »

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Timestamp launches crowdfunding platform for Bitcoin startups

Timestamp, a regulated investment platform based in Austin, Texas, has officially launched with the goal of connecting Bitcoin-focused startups with investors worldwide. The platform leverages crowdfunding to make investing in Bitcoin-related companies accessible to a broader audience, including those without… дальше »

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Crypto miners in Texas’ ERCOT region required to report power demand

PUCT Chairman Thomas Gleeson said the new rule was designed to help manage the power grid as more mining facilities come online.

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Texas’ gold-backed coin aims to help Bitcoin adoption, says lawmaker

The Texas state-issued digital currency is projected to encourage skeptical investors to eventually try out Bitcoin one day.

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Texas taking baby steps toward strategic Bitcoin reserve: Satoshi Action Fund

Satoshi Action Fund CEO Dennis Porter said a Texas lawmaker has started conversations to introduce strategic Bitcoin reserve legislation at some point in the future.  дальше »

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Another SEC loss: Judge rejects rule targeting crypto brokers

A federal court in Texas has struck down a Securities and Exchange Commission rule that expanded the definition of a broker to include decentralized finance platforms and other crypto entities.  The SEC’s broker-dealer rule, finalized in February 2024, aimed to… дальше »

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U.S. SEC Loses Crypto Lawsuit Over 'Dealer' Definition That Pushed Into Crypto

A Texas federal court has rejected the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission's recent rule expanding the definition of a securities dealer to include a wider swath of firms — including some in the cryptocurrency sector. дальше »

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Galaxy Digital to raise $300m for Helios data center expansion

Galaxy Digital is launching a $300 million private offering of exchangeable senior notes due 2029 to fund the expansion of its West Texas Helios data center and support corporate initiatives. Mike Novogratz’s Galaxy Digital Holdings announced on Nov. 20 that… дальше »

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Canaan rises 4% after securing Bitcoin mining partnership with Luna Squares Texas

Crypto firm Canaan teamed up with a West Texas Bitcoin mining firm to boost its operations in Texas, expanding its North American footprint. Bitcoin (BTC) mining Canaan has entered into a joint mining agreement with Luna Squares Texas, a Texas… дальше »

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Lack of blockchain literacy feeds lawmaker apprehension — Lee Bratcher

According to the president of the Texas Blockchain Council, the recent election outcome brought much-needed relief for the industry. дальше »

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A Graphic Designer’s Big Win with ETH: From $10K to $400,000!

The year was 2017 when a graphic designer from Texas chose to add variety to her income by putting $10,000 into Ethereum (ETH) which was about $10 each. Back then, Ethereum was just starting to make its mark in the crypto world, but she saw its potential and kept her money in through thick and […] The post A Graphic Designer’s Big Win with ETH: From $10K to $400,000! appeared first on CaptainAltcoin. дальше »

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The Investor Who Struck Gold with Solana Now Targets BlockDAG Presale

In 2020, Michael Sanders, a software engineer from Austin, Texas, made a pivotal choice. He invested $3,000 in Solana when it was only $1 per coin. By November 2021, Solana’s value surged above $250, ballooning Michael’s initial investment to an impressive $750,000. дальше »

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Strive ventures into Bitcoin with new wealth management division

Strive Enterprises, Inc. has launched a wealth management business in Dallas, Texas, with plans to integrate Bitcoin into mainstream investment portfolios. This move is part of Strive’s broader strategy to offer clients a hedge against economic risks like high debt… дальше »

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Crypto PACs Rally Behind Ted Cruz’s Senate Campaign Amid Tight Texas Race

The election is close, and some crypto pacs are focused on the race between Republican Senator Ted Cruz and Democratic challenger Colin Allred. дальше »

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Protecting Ted Cruz’s Senate seat is a ‘top priority‘ — Crypto PAC

Ted Cruz, representing Texas in the US Senate since 2013, has received millions in support from the crypto industry but is still at risk of losing his seat to Colin Allred. дальше »

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BlockDAG Is On Track To Make Millionaires! Just Like SOL Helped a Texas School Teacher Earn Over $1.5 Million

Let’s travel back to 2019; Bitcoin has disrupted the markets, creating its path. A teacher from a small town in Texas notices that she can not afford to buy a coin valued at over $60,000, but she can learn about new altcoins. дальше »

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Bitmain’s Antminer S19 Series Confronts a Severe Crisis in Texas: Design Flaws Exposed by Extreme Weather

Texas, the foremost mining epicenter in the United States, has historically been a strategic cornerstone for Bitmain’s relentless pursuit of mining dominance. However, a stunning reversal has occurred as all of Bitmain’s air-cooling miners, particularly the prestigious Antminer S19 series, have been compelled to cease operations in Texas. дальше »

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Crypto.com v. SEC Is a Bold, 'Bet the Company' Case

If the company's case can clear one procedural hurdle, it will have the SEC on its heels in Texas. дальше »

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Texas drug ring indicted for laundering $50k in crypto and 12kg of meth

Six men operating under the name “Loverbois” have been convicted for laundering $15,000 to $50,000 in cryptocurrency in addition to selling nearly 12 kilograms of meth disguised as Adderall pills. дальше »

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Crypto mining update: Texas residents sue Marathon Digital over noise!

Texas residents have sued Marathon Digital, alleging that noise from its Bitcoin mining facility has caused health issues. The lawsuit underscores concerns about Bitcoin mining's environmental The post Crypto mining update: Texas residents sue Marathon Digital over noise! appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Marathon Digital sued for bitcoin mining noise in Texas, residents seek injunction

Crypto mining giant Marathon Digital has been sued by residents of Granbury, Texas, over noise pollution, which locals claim harms their health and disrupts their daily lives. A group of Grabury community members filed a lawsuit with the Texas State… дальше »

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Texas town residents sue Marathon Digital over crypto mine noise

A group of residents in Granbury, Texas, sued Marathon Digital, claiming noise from its nearby Bitcoin mine is a “nuisance” that has caused health issues for some locals. дальше »

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How Bitcoin Is Propelling A Small Texas Town Into A New Economic Era: The Rockdale Story

In a recent opinion article, Ward Roddam, the mayor of a town called Rockdale, Texas, has highlighted the profound impact that Bitcoin (BTC) mining is having on his small town, claiming that it is ushering in a new economic renaissance – a “digital energy boom. дальше »

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Texas town Rockdale’s Mayor credits Bitcoin for economic turnaround

Ward Roddam, the Mayor of Rockdale, Texas, has highlighted Bitcoin’s crucial role in revitalizing the town’s economy. In an Oct. 7 op-ed, Roddam explained that the world is nearing a new economic era driven by what he calls the “digital energy boom,” largely fueled by Bitcoin. дальше »

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Crypto startup accuses SEC of ‘massive regulatory land grab’

Lejilex asked a Texas federal court for a preemptive ruling that would clear it from any potential SEC enforcement action before it launches a crypto exchange.  дальше »

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Riot Platforms mined 412 Bitcoin in September

Riot Platforms mined 412 Bitcoin in September, marking a 28% increase over the previous month. This rise in production was driven by higher operating capacity at their mining facilities, which include sites in Texas and Kentucky, according to a company… дальше »

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Consensys Suit Against U.S. SEC Dismissed by Texas Court

The U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission had – for a time – added Consensys to a list of crypto investigation targets, prompting the technology incubator company to sue it for overreach in federal court. дальше »

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US federal judge tosses Consensys’ suit against SEC

A Texas federal court judge has dismissed a lawsuit brought by Consensys against the SEC that claimed the agency was investigating Ethereum to classify it as a security. дальше »

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High Bitcoin hashrate fails to prop up BTC - Here's why

Per VanEck, BTC's high network hashrate was partly boosted by cheap power in Texas.  However, BTC miner sell-off has intensified and could weigh down prices in the short term.  Bitcoin [BTThe post High Bitcoin hashrate fails to prop up BTC - Here's why appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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State regulators secure full refunds for investors in $1 billion settlement with GSB Group

The Texas State Securities Board has reached a $1 billion settlement with GSB Gold Standard Corporation AG and affiliated entities, known as GSB Group, over its alleged illegal crypto offerings, according to a Sept. дальше »

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Ripple CTO Slams Fed for Sanctioning United Texas Bank Over Bitcoin

Ripple CTO shares his take on 'cease and desist' order issued to Texas bank over working with Bitcoin and crypto companies дальше »

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Fed orders United Texas Bank to halt crypto services over AML concerns

The Federal Reserve issued a cease and desist order to United Texas Bank (UTB) on Aug. 29, directing it to stop offering crypto services. The order follows an examination concluded by the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas and the Texas Department of Banking in May 2023, which identified alleged deficiencies in the bank’s corporate governance, […] The post Fed orders United Texas Bank to halt crypto services over AML concerns appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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Crypto-Friendly Banks Under Fire: Fed Launches Crackdown as US Govt Continues ‘War on Crypto’

The US Federal Reserve and the Texas Department of Banking have hit the United Texas Bank with a Cease and Desist Order for “severe violations“ of anti-money laundering (AML) regulations while dealing with crypto firms.  дальше »

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ФРС США направила United Texas Bank предупреждение о несоответствии требованиям AML

Федеральная резервная система (ФРС) США заявила о несоответствии деятельности United Texas Bank требованиям законодательства и практике управления рисками относительно операций в криптосекторе. дальше »

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Fed hits Texas bank with cease and desist over servicing crypto firms

The US Federal Reserve said it identified “significant deficiencies” in the bank’s dealings with crypto clients and its risk management procedures. дальше »

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Texas approves debtor-in-possession financing plan for BTC miner Rhodium

Rhodium filed for Chapter 11 with debts of up to $100M and assets of up to $500M. The debtor-in-possession financing plan is offered by Galaxy Digital. Galaxy Digital offers Rhodium a $30M loan or 500 BTC with a 9. дальше »

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Texas sees a 31% rise in Bitcoin mining energy use paired with an 80% drop in electricity prices

Quick Take One of the most persistent misconceptions about Bitcoin is the belief that mining harms the environment. While it’s true that Bitcoin mining requires substantial energy, this energy consumption is crucial for maintaining the network’s security. дальше »

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