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BlackRock's head of thematics and active ETFs, Jay Jacobs, has revealed that central banks, particularly China, may be moving away from US Treasuries toward alternative assets such as gold and Bitcoin. This shift comes amid growing geopolitical tensions and global uncertainty, according to Jacobs' recent CNBC interview.
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The Italian municipality of Fornelli in the Molise region has announced plans to dedicate a monument to Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin. The artwork is scheduled to be unveiled on May 1, according to an April 23 Facebook post from the local government. The monument has been designed
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Nations that allocate a portion of their Bitcoin reserves to government-managed venture funds can effectively support domestic blockchain development while potentially generating substantial returns. These sovereign digital asset funds would operate similarly to traditional government investment vehicles but with a specific focus on blockchain technologies and applications. The approach allows
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BlackRock's iShare Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) has been named the "Best New ETF" at the annual etf.com awards on April 23. The recognition came on the same day the fund recorded $643.2 million in inflows, its highest single-day total since January 21. Bloomberg ETF analyst
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New Hampshire's House Bill 302, which would permit the state treasurer to invest up to 10% of general funds in cryptocurrencies with market capitalizations exceeding $500 billion, has cleared its second Senate committee. The bill passed in a 4-1 vote on April 23 and now advances to a
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Nations that incorporate Bitcoin into their reserve assets create fertile ground for local blockchain innovation hubs. When a country holds Bitcoin officially, it legitimizes the technology and provides a regulatory foundation that attracts entrepreneurs. Data shows that countries with clear cryptocurrency frameworks experience up to five times more blockchain startup
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Riot Platforms has secured a $100 million credit facility from Coinbase, using a portion of its Bitcoin holdings as collateral. The loan agreement was announced on April 23 by the Bitcoin mining company, which currently holds 19,223 BTC valued at approximately $1.8 billion. CEO Jason Les stated that
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Countries that maintain Bitcoin reserves gain a powerful emergency buffer against domestic currency crises. Historical episodes like Zimbabwe's hyperinflation (2007-2009), Venezuela's ongoing monetary collapse since 2016, and Turkey's recent currency devaluation demonstrate how rapidly national currencies can lose purchasing power. When such crises occur,
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Bitdeer, a prominent Bitcoin mining firm, has secured $60 million in loans to expand its ASIC manufacturing capabilities amid growing global mining competition and record-high Bitcoin network hashrates. The funding comes as miner profits face increasing pressure in the current market environment. According to the company's annual report,
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Cryptocurrency firms and exchanges are increasingly moving into Wall Street territory, launching traditional investment offerings that showcase the growing connection between crypto and traditional finance (TradFi). "There's a growing synergy between traditional financial investments and the emerging crypto space," said Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget, the
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Educational institutions worldwide are beginning to allocate scholarships and grants in Bitcoin, revealing practical applications beyond traditional reserve assets. Such programs reduce transaction costs compared to fiat-based international scholarships, provide enhanced accountability through blockchain verification, and help students develop digital finance skills. National Bitcoin reserves could supply the necessary cryptocurrency
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Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has increased its Bitcoin holdings to more than $400 million following its latest purchase. The company acquired 330 Bitcoin for $28.2 million at an average price of $85,605 per BTC, according to an April 21 post from CEO Simon Gerovich. This acquisition brings Metaplanet&
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Strategy, led by Michael Saylor, has purchased 6,556 Bitcoin for $555.8 million between April 14 and April 20. This acquisition occurred as Bitcoin traded near the $85,000 mark, according to the company's latest SEC filing. The company paid an average price of $84,785 per
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National Bitcoin reserves offer governments the option to issue a state-backed stablecoin pegged to their local currency but fully backed by Bitcoin. This approach allows citizens to conduct daily transactions using a familiar unit of account while the nation benefits from Bitcoin's underlying value proposition. Regular audits and
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ABCDE, a major Web3 and blockchain-focused investment fund, announced it will stop making new investments and halt fundraising for its second phase. The $400 million fund will instead concentrate on supporting its current portfolio of projects while its co-founder shifts attention to a new crypto incubator called Vernal. Du Jun,
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UK investment firm Abraxas Capital has purchased 2,949 Bitcoin valued at more than $250 million over four days leading up to April 19. The London-based firm completed its latest transaction on April 18, buying over $45 million worth of Bitcoin from Binance, according to crypto intelligence firm Lookonchain citing