Steak ’n Shake Expands Strategic Bitcoin Reserve With New $10 Million Acquisition

Steak ’n Shake is doubling down on its Bitcoin-first strategy, announcing a new $10 million BTC acquisition that significantly expands its Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR). The announcement came directly from the company’s official X account, where it confirmed the latest addition to what it describes as a self-sustaining Bitcoin-driven business model. Eight months ago today, [...] дальше »

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‘Obscure’ laws stall Bitcoin reserve: White House Crypto Council director

The bill is still a "priority," White House Crypto Council Director Patrick Witt said, but interagency legalities remain a challenge. дальше »

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Steak ‘n Shake adds $10 million in Bitcoin to its strategic reserve

Steak 'n Shake's Bitcoin strategy may inspire other businesses to integrate cryptocurrency, potentially reshaping payment systems globally. The post Steak ‘n Shake adds $10 million in Bitcoin to its strategic reserve appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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US Official Says Seized Bitcoin From Samourai Case Was Not Sold

According to a senior White House crypto adviser, the Bitcoin tied to the Samourai Wallet forfeiture was not liquidated by federal authorities. The assets will remain held by the government under its strategic reserve plan, the adviser said on social media. дальше »

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Trump Shifts on Fed Pick as Hassett Odds Fade: Who Will Replace Powell?

President Donald Trump publicly signaled hesitation about moving Kevin Hassett to the Federal Reserve, casting doubt on Hassett’s chances to succeed Jerome Powell as Fed Chair.   Speaking at a conference, Trump said he wants to keep Hassett in his current role, citing concerns about losing a trusted adviser if Hassett were sent to the Fed. дальше »

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Samourai Bitcoin to Stay in Strategic Reserve

The U.S. Department of Justice has confirmed that the roughly 58 дальше »

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DOJ confirms seized Bitcoin from Samourai Wallet case has not been sold

The DOJ confirms Samourai Bitcoin will not be sold and will remain in the US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve alongside roughly 328,000 BTC held by the government. The post DOJ confirms seized Bitcoin from Samourai Wallet case has not been sold appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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U.S. Government Denies Sale of Forfeited Samourai Wallet Bitcoin, Says BTC Will Remain in Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

Bitcoin Magazine U. S. Government Denies Sale of Forfeited Samourai Wallet Bitcoin, Says BTC Will Remain in Strategic Bitcoin Reserve A U. S. official denied reports that the bitcoin forfeited by Samourai Wallet developers was sold and said it will remain on the government’s balance sheet in compliance with President Trump’s executive order. дальше »

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Tennessee Plans Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Allocating Up To 10% Of State Funds

Despite facing a significant setback with the delay of the crucial vote on the crypto market structure bill, cryptocurrency adoption continues to gain momentum across the United States. Tennessee is now looking to follow Texas’s lead by introducing a new bill, HB1695, aimed at establishing its own Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. дальше »

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Trump Says He Has No Plans To Fire Fed Chair Powell Despite DOJ Investigation

US President Donald Trump has stated that he does not plan to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, despite the Department of Justice (DOJ) launching [...] дальше »

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Pakistan signs Trump-linked World Liberty deal on USD1 stablecoin

Pakistan inks an MoU with Trump-linked World Liberty to trial USD1 dollar stablecoin in its payments stack as regulators formalize crypto rules and explore a Bitcoin reserve. Pakistan has signed an agreement with SC Financial Technologies, an affiliate of Trump… дальше »

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Trump Faults Fed for High Rates, Takes Aim On JPMorgan’s CEO Jamie Dimon

US President Donald Trump is once again calling for Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to lower interest rates after the latest inflation data. The released [...] дальше »

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Bitcoin reclaims $93K after December CPI print as traders price in Fed hold

Bitcoin regained $93,000 after US inflation rose 0. 3% in December, reinforcing expectations that the Federal Reserve will hold rates later this month. Traders are weighing firmer headline inflation against contained core readings and a pickup in crypto trading activity. дальше »

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Crypto jumps on U.S. CPI data as Trump urges Powell to cut interest rates

The cryptocurrency market added more than $26 billion in value on 13 January after the latest U. S. inflation data reinforced expectations that the Federal Reserve could begin cutting interest rates laThe post Crypto jumps on U. дальше »

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Franklin Templeton turns money market fund into stablecoin reserve vehicle

The LUIXX fund has been modified to hold short-term US Treasuries and meet stablecoin reserve standards. The DIGXX fund now offers an onchain share class. дальше »

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World central banks rally behind Powell, stress Fed independence

Crypto experts say political pressure on the US Federal Reserve could drive volatility, but also shift flows toward Bitcoin and gold in the long run. дальше »

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JPMorgan sees Fed's next move an interest-rate increase, crypto bulls talk about cuts

JPMorgan predicted the Federal Reserve will hold rates unchanged this year, followed by a hike next year. дальше »

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Bitcoin shows resilience amid Powell DOJ probe: Will BTC price hold?

Bitcoin rallied to $92,000 as Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell spoke about a potential DOJ investigation into the Fed. Will BTC's strength hold? дальше »

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Bitcoin broke its classic macro correlation because the market is suddenly pricing a terrifying new risk

On Sunday night, a lot of people in markets did the same thing at the same time: they opened a video and listened to a central banker sound like he was reading from a crisis manual. Jerome Powell said the Federal Reserve had received grand jury subpoenas and that the Trump administration had threatened a […] The post Bitcoin broke its classic macro correlation because the market is suddenly pricing a terrifying new risk appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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Bitcoin Surges As Monero Zooms To New Record Price Amid Escalating Trump-Powell Feud

The price of Bitcoin (BTC) and other top cryptocurrencies jumped on late Sunday as President Donald Trump’s escalating rivalry with Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell spooked investors. дальше »

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Gate Releases Latest Proof of Reserves Report: Total Reserve Ratio Hits 125%, BTC Reserve Ratio Soars to 140.69%

According to the official announcement, Gate has released a new reserve report. The data shows that the platform’s reserve framework remains highly stable. As of January 6, 2026, the overall reserve coverage ratio increased from 124% to 125%, with total reserves reaching $9. дальше »

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Whale purchases and reserve growth hint at a possible Chainlink (LINK) price bounce

Whale wallets and new accounts are accumulating large amounts of Chainlink (LINK). Chainlink’s reserve surpasses 1. 5M LINK to support network growth. White House mention and high social activity boost adoption signals. дальше »

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Crypto Funds Lost $454 Million as Fed Rate-Cut Hopes Dim

Crypto funds experienced a sharp reversal last week, with $454 million in outflows, nearly erasing early-year inflows of $1. 5 billion. The sell-off appears linked to dwindling expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in March, following recent macroeconomic data that suggests the Fed may maintain its current policy stance. дальше »

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Bitcoin Tops $92,000 As DOJ Subpoenas Escalate Trump-Powell Fight

Bitcoin pushed above the $92,000 level late-Sunday as a legal escalation around Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell became public. The catalyst was Powell’s decision to publicly address Department of Justice subpoenas and a criminal probe he characterized as political pressure tied to the administration’s rate preferences. дальше »

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Fed rate cuts under fire: 5 things to know in Bitcoin this week

Bitcoin injected volatility as legal action against the Federal Reserve combined with market nerves over geopolitics at the start of a key week for inflation data. дальше »

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Jerome Powell Says DOJ Threatens Criminal Charges As Fed Resists Trump’s Rate Demands

Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair Jerome Powell said in a statement that the US Justice Department has threatened criminal charges against him in connection with his [...] дальше »

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U.S. prosecutors open criminal probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell

U. S. prosecutors are now investigating Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s conduct in what critics view as an escalating confrontation over the central bank’s independence. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has confirmed that U. дальше »

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Fed’s Powell says DOJ probe reflects ‘pressure’ over rate policy independence

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said a Justice Department investigation should be viewed in the context of mounting political pressure over the Fed’s interest rate independence. дальше »

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Asset manager VanEck explains how one bitcoin could be worth $2.9 million by 2050

The asset manager’s base case assumes bitcoin gains traction as a settlement tool and reserve asset over the next 25 years. дальше »

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Ripple Gains UK Regulatory Approval Ahead Of FCA’s New Crypto Licensing Regime

In a significant development, Ripple has expanded its footprint in regulated markets after gaining regulatory approval from the UK’s financial authorities to provide payment services. Related Reading: Florida Lawmakers Revive Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Efforts With New Proposal Ripple Obtains FCA Approval On Friday, Ripple secured a major regulatory victory in the UK by officially obtaining […] дальше »

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Cathie Wood: Trump May Buy Bitcoin For US Reserve Ahead Of Midterms

Cathie Wood, ARK Invest’s founder and CEO, said she expects the Trump administration could move beyond simply holding seized bitcoin and begin purchasing BTC to build a US strategic reserve, a shift she argued could become a catalytic signal for markets and other governments. дальше »

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South Korea to flip bitcoin ETF stance as part of broader crypto push

A new Digital Asset Act will regulate stablecoins, requiring 100% reserve backing and user redemption rights. дальше »

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Top crypto price predictions: Maple (SYRUP), Tezoz (XTZ), Pepe Coin

The crypto market remained on edge on Friday as traders waited for the upcoming US non-farm payrolls (NFP) data. These numbers will provide more information about the state of the economy and what to expect from the Federal Reserve. дальше »

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Florida lawmakers propose bill to establish state-run Bitcoin Reserve - Details

While Washington debates federal asset custody, U. S states are quietly driving the push towards a Bitcoin [BTC] standard. In a recent turn of events, Florida has officially joined the ranks of U. дальше »

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Florida Advances Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Legislation for 2026, Narrows Focus

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Why is Donald Trump’s World Liberty Financial (WLFI) is applying for a banking license right now?

On Jan. 7, Donald Trump’s World Liberty Financial (WLFI) formally applied for a national banking charter to establish the “World Liberty Trust Company. ” This is a proposed national trust bank specifically designed to handle USD1 stablecoin issuance, custody, redemption, and reserve management. дальше »

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Trump’s WLFI is pivoting to “narrow banking,” a move that exposes the fatal flaw of competitors

On Jan. 7, Donald Trump’s World Liberty Financial (WLFI) formally applied for a national banking charter to establish the “World Liberty Trust Company. ” This is a proposed national trust bank specifically designed to handle USD1 stablecoin issuance, custody, redemption, and reserve management. дальше »

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Florida considers Bitcoin-focused crypto reserve under new House bill

Florida's move to create a state crypto reserve could set a precedent for other states, potentially influencing national crypto policy. The post Florida considers Bitcoin-focused crypto reserve under new House bill appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Florida Revives Bitcoin Reserve Push With New 2026 Bill

Bitcoin Magazine Florida Revives Bitcoin Reserve Push With New 2026 Bill Florida lawmakers filed new legislation for the 2026 session that would create a state-run crypto reserve after a similar effort stalled last year. дальше »

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Florida narrows scope of revived Bitcoin reserve proposal for 2026

The proposal reduces Florida’s crypto ambitions, effectively limiting eligible assets to Bitcoin and distancing it from pension exposure. дальше »

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Florida revives push for bitcoin reserve with new 2026 bill

House Bill 1039 would let Florida invest in crypto outside its treasury, reviving a withdrawn proposal and signaling the GOP’s growing embrace of ‘digital gold.’ дальше »

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Florida’s Bitcoin ‘digital gold’ reserve bill targets up to 10% of state funds

Florida bills would create a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, allowing up to 10% of key public funds to hold BTC and ETFs while enabling limited crypto tax payments. Florida legislators have introduced bills to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, with revised… дальше »

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Bitcoin, ether ease after early January pop as markets price fed cuts

The crypto market's movements are influenced by expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts and a rally in global government bonds. дальше »

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Liquidity Paradox: Credit Markets Hit Record Health While Bitcoin Starves

US credit markets have never been healthier, yet Bitcoin finds itself starved of fresh capital—a paradox that encapsulates crypto’s current predicament. The New York Federal Reserve’s high-yield distress index has plunged to 0. дальше »

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Can Trump Seize Venezuela’s $60 Billion Bitcoin Reserve, If It Exists?

Claims of a $60B Venezuelan Bitcoin reserve have surged, but legal limits, missing proof, and custody rules make seizure far from straightforward. The post Can Trump Seize Venezuela’s $60 Billion Bitcoin Reserve, If It Exists? appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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US DOJ Bitcoin Sales Spark Concern From US Senator

US Senator Cynthia Lummis on Tuesday pushed back after reports that the US Department of Justice moved and likely sold seized Bitcoin that some lawmakers expected to be held as a national asset. Related Reading: Is Venezuela Controlling A $60 Billion Bitcoin Reserve, Or Is It Just A Rumor? According to on-chain tracking and multiple […] дальше »

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Michael Saylor’s Strategy Bought 1,286 BTC Last Week, Increases USD Reserve to $2.25B

Bitcoin Magazine Michael Saylor’s Strategy Bought 1,286 BTC Last Week, Increases USD Reserve to $2. 25B Michael Saylor’s Strategy bought 1,286 BTC for $116 million, raising its Bitcoin holdings to 673,783 BTC and U. дальше »

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Saylor-Led Strategy Kicks Off New Year With $116 Million Bitcoin Purchase, Pushing Total Treasury Holdings Above 673,000

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Is Venezuela Controlling A $60 Billion Bitcoin Reserve, Or Is It Just A Rumor?

Venezuela may have quietly built a Bitcoin stash of roughly 600,000 to 660,000 BTC. That number would be worth about $56 billion to $67 billion at recent prices, intelligence reports cited by Whale Hunting analysts Bradley Hope and Clara Preve disclose. дальше »

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Venezuela’s Bitcoin Bombshell: The $60B Shadow Reserve Crypto Markets Aren’t Priced For

Crypto markets have spent years tracking government Bitcoin holdings, ETF inflows, and institutional accumulation. But a new claim circulating on X indicates traders may have missed something much bigger hiding in plain sight. дальше »

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