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Anthony Pompliano is reportedly in discussions to become CEO of ProCapBTC, a Bitcoin-focused investment vehicle seeking to raise $750 million through a merger with Columbus Circle Capital 1. Cointelegraph reports the deal involves $500 million in equity and $250 million in convertible debt, backed by investment bank Cohen & Company.
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Cointelegraph reports that Bitcoin remains resilient despite recent Israeli airstrikes on Iran, but faces potential sharp correction if Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz. Market analyst Nic Puckrin from Coin Bureau warns that blocking this critical oil shipping route would create massive economic disruption. The Strait carries nearly 20% of
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Cointelegraph reports that cryptocurrency exchange MEXC launched a $100 million user protection fund on June 11, 2025. The fund aims to compensate users during major security incidents including platform breaches, technical failures, and targeted hacks. MEXC published wallet addresses publicly to provide real-time transparency and monitoring capabilities through blockchain explorers.
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Connecticut lawmakers unanimously passed House Bill 7082 on Tuesday, prohibiting state and local government divisions from accepting cryptocurrency payments or holding digital assets. Cointelegraph reports the legislation received bipartisan support with 148 votes in favor and zero opponents. The bill explicitly states that "neither the state nor any political
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A mystery investor opened a $300 million leveraged Bitcoin position on June 10, triggering widespread speculation about their identity and potential market impact. Cointelegraph reports that the unknown whale opened a 20x leveraged Bitcoin long position worth over $308 million at an entry price of $108,100. The position currently
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Strategy executive chairman Michael Saylor recommended Apple should buy Bitcoin rather than continue its stock buyback program, following criticism of the tech giant's repurchase strategy performance. Cointelegraph reported that Saylor made the statement on June 10 responding to financial commentator Jim Cramer's concerns about Apple'
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Paris-based cryptocurrency company The Blockchain Group plans to raise over $340 million for its Bitcoin treasury, according to Cointelegraph. The firm claims to be Europe's first Bitcoin treasury company and will raise 300 million euros ($342 million) to fund additional BTC purchases. The announcement came Monday through a
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Stablecoin issuer Tether plans to open-source its Bitcoin mining software by the fourth quarter of 2025, according to Cointelegraph. The company's Bitcoin Mining OS (MOS) will allow new miners to enter the market without relying on expensive third-party vendors. Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino announced the project on social
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Didi Taihuttu, patriarch of the Bitcoin Family, has completely redesigned his cryptocurrency security system following violent attacks on crypto holders worldwide. Cointelegraph reports that the family now hides portions of their private keys across four continents using encrypted storage methods. The security overhaul addresses rising crypto-related crimes that have affected
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Cointelegraph reports that Bitcoin has transformed from a cypherpunk experiment into a mainstream asset courted by politicians and institutions. The shift became apparent at the Bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas, where prominent political figures including US Vice President JD Vance, Eric Trump, and Donald Trump Jr. appeared alongside institutional
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The Bitcoin community is calling on Tesla CEO Elon Musk to stack Bitcoin as a strategic response to his ongoing public feud with US President Donald Trump. According to Cointelegraph, crypto trader and analyst Will Clemente suggested that "the best way for Elon to get back at Trump is
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European lawmakers are preparing to regulate decentralized finance protocols starting in mid-2026, even though regulators have yet to define "decentralization" under current law. Cointelegraph reports that DeFi protocols remain in regulatory limbo as the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) enters its final implementation phase. Vyara Savova, senior policy
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Strategy, the world's largest corporate Bitcoin holder, plans to raise nearly $1 billion through a stock offering to fund additional Bitcoin purchases. Cointelegraph reports that the company, led by executive chairman Michael Saylor, plans to issue 11,764,700 shares of 10.00% Series A Perpetual Stride Preferred
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The European Parliament will vote in July on a technology sovereignty proposal backed by pro-Bitcoin lawmaker Sarah Knafo, according to Cointelegraph. The Committee on Industry, Research and Energy adopted the non-binding report on June 3, 2025, calling for European policy development in digital ecosystems. The proposal addresses Europe's
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Romania's national postal service Poșta Română installed its first Bitcoin ATM at a branch location in Tulcea, partnering with Bitcoin Romania exchange. Cointelegraph reports the postal service plans to add four additional Bitcoin ATMs in Alexandria, Piatra Neamț, Botoșani, and Nădlac. The deployment represents part of a broader
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Hong Kong's securities regulator has confirmed plans to introduce digital asset derivatives trading for professional investors as part of a broader strategy to expand product offerings and strengthen the city's position in the global digital asset market. Christopher Hui Ching-yu, secretary for Financial Services and the