Circle has minted an additional 250 million USDC on Solana, totaling 5 billion USDC in 2025.Circle expands USDC adoption with features like Paymaster and collaboration with Binance for broader use cases. Circle, the stablecoin’s issuer, has increased USDC issuance on the Solana blockchain. Circle minted another 250 million USDC on January 25, 2025, therefore bringing...
Over 70% of respondents in four countries trust crypto to address financial system challenges, with Kenya leading at 94%.Many see cryptocurrencies as tools to modernize banking by fostering innovation, speeding up transactions, and enhancing autonomy. A recent study by Coinbase, a leading U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange, reveals that people across four countries—Argentina, Kenya, the Philippines, and...
The recently launched meme coin, AIntivirus, is reported to expand the legacy of the late John McAfee by introducing products that align with his privacy and security values.The team has disclosed that it will be launching an eSIM and gift card exchange in February for users worldwide. In a June 2021 article, CNF mentioned the...
Rumble has plans to integrate a digital wallet to support Bitcoin and USDT.The YouTube rival recently opened a new Bitcoin position with $20 million. Rumble, an online video platform, has unveiled a game-changer for content creators: the Rumble Wallet. This new digital wallet is designed to let creators receive payments in Bitcoin (BTC) and Tether’s...
Nearly $7.8 billion worth of Bitcoin options are set to expire by month-end, impacting market volatility.Analysts predict market consolidation as Bitcoin options approach expiry, with max pain set at $98,000. Bitcoin options will expire later this month, worth approximately $7.8 billion. One of the largest events of the year, this is one investors should be...
The Bank of Japan has raised interest rates to 0.5%, the highest level in 17 years, sparking market reactions.Bitcoin and major altcoins surged 2-5% following the rate hike, while the U.S. dollar Index (DXY) dipped. The Bank of Japan (BoJ) has increased interest rates by 25 basis points, bringing the rate to 0.5%. This marks...
Semler Scientific plans to raise $75M through convertible senior notes to expand its Bitcoin holdings and corporate growth strategies.The company strengthens its long-term investment strategy, showing confidence in Bitcoin as a strategic asset in its portfolio. Semler Scientific has announced plans to raise $75 million through the issue of senior convertible bonds expiring in 2030....
Glassnode analyst James Check predicts Bitcoin could reach $120,000-$150,000, mirroring its 2016-2017 market cycle. Crypto traders anticipate a bullish 2025 with a potential market top in Q4. Bitcoin’s trajectory parallels the 2016-2017 market cycle, with Glassnode lead analyst James Check forecasting a potential price peak between $120,000 and $150,000 in the current bull run. A systematic...
Ross Ulbricht has gained significant financial support from the Bitcoin community.Federal authorities may still pursue untouched Bitcoin tied to the Silk Road. After former President Donald Trump released Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht from prison, the Bitcoin community donated cryptocurrencies to support Ulbricht’s FreeRoss.org fund. While many have donated money to Ulbricht since his release...
Bitcoin’s surge to $108,000 reflects soaring mainstream interest, with Deutsche Bank predicting further expansion from improved regulations and innovation.Upcoming developments like Lightchain AI’s launch and Ethereum’s Pectra upgrade promise breakthroughs in decentralized solutions, fostering greater adoption and user-friendly transactions. In 2025, the crypto market experienced substantial growth as Bitcoin surpassed $108,000 on January 20, coinciding...