25 Sep 24 - 📊 BlackRock’s Robbie Mitchnick argues Bitcoin is mislabeled as a “risk-on” asset, emphasizing it’s more of a “risk-off” asset, acting as a hedge against geopolitical risks. Despite volatility, Bitcoin may offer unique diversification in uncertain markets.

24 Sep 24 - 📊 BlackRock filed an amendment for its Bitcoin ETF requiring Coinbase, the custodian, to process BTC withdrawals within 12 hours due to investor concerns over onchain settlement practices. Coinbase oversees 10 out of 11 Bitcoin spot ETFs.

24 Sep 24 - 💻 Despite China's crypto ban, Chinese mining pools still control 55% of Bitcoin's network, while US pools manage 40%. China's AML laws may expand to cover crypto by 2025, as Bitcoin mining dominance slowly shifts toward US-based operations.

24 Sep 24 - 📊 Crypto investment products saw $321M inflows for the second week in a row. CoinShares reports a 9% increase in AuM, with total volumes hitting $9.5B. Bitcoin led the surge with $284M in inflows, despite growing interest in short-Bitcoin products.

23 Sep 24 - 📈 Jeff Park of Bitwise says Bitcoin ETF options won’t reduce volatility due to BTC’s hard-capped supply. SEC approved trading of options for BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust, marking a major crypto market milestone and amplifying BTC exposure.

21 Sep 24 - 💼 The SEC has approved options trading for BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) on Nasdaq. This gives institutional investors a new way to hedge Bitcoin exposure, marking another step toward mainstream acceptance of cryptocurrency.

21 Sep 24 - 🚔 Two men who stole $243M in Bitcoin were arrested after flaunting their wealth online, buying Lamborghinis for Instagram models, and partying in Miami. Blockchain sleuth ZachXBT tracked their laundered funds, leading to their swift downfall.

21 Sep 24 - 🪙 "Rumors suggest major U.S. banks may soon offer Bitcoin custody services," says MicroStrategy's Michael Saylor. BNY Mellon just received an SEC exemption from SAB 121, which limits crypto custody. The rule faces growing opposition in Congress.

20 Sep 24 - 🚨 A 20-year-old Singaporean, Malone Lam, was arrested by the FBI for conspiring to steal and launder US$230M (S$296M) in cryptocurrency. Lam and others allegedly used mixers and exchanges to hide their identities and splurged on luxury goods.

19 Sep 24 - 📈 Louisiana becomes the first U.S. state to accept Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies for public services, including taxes and fees. This bold move signals growing crypto adoption and may inspire other states to follow.

19 Sep 24 - 📈 After the Fed’s 50 basis point rate cut, Bitcoin surged nearly 3%, hitting a 3-week high above $62,500 before settling at $60,000. Liquidations hit $200M, led by BTC shorts at $75M. Stocks saw minor declines, while gold hit an all-time high of $2,600/oz.

19 Sep 24 - 🪙 Former U.S. President Donald Trump made history by completing a Bitcoin transaction at PubKey, a crypto-themed bar in Manhattan. This follows his recent endorsement of World Liberty Financial, a crypto platform in which he and his children hold stakes.

19 Sep 24 - 💰 Michael Saylor and Saifedean Ammous debate if banks can offer sustainable yield on BTC deposits. Saylor believes regulated banks could generate a 5% yield, while Ammous argues it's impossible with a fixed supply asset like Bitcoin.

18 Sep 24 - 📊 On Tuesday, Bitcoin ETFs saw $187M in inflows. Fidelity's FBTC led with $56.6M, Bitwise BITB followed with $42.2M, and VanEck HODL had $3.2M. Despite this, BlackRock's IBIT logged zero flows, puzzling analysts. BTC now trades at $60,257.

18 Sep 24 - 📉 Bitcoin plunged on Monday but surged to a 3-week high over $61K as bulls regained control. US Fed to discuss key interest rate cuts this week, possibly the first in years. $123M liquidated, BTC shorts leading with $47M. 42K+ traders wrecked.

17 Sep 24 - 💰 MicroStrategy plans to issue $700M in convertible senior notes to institutional investors. Proceeds will be used to repay $500M in debt and buy more Bitcoin. This follows its recent $1.11B BTC purchase. Bitcoin is down over 2% in 24 hours.

16 Sep 24 - 📊 Alameda Research wallet moved 231.4 BTC ($13.5M), with 200 BTC sent to Coinbase. This follows FTX-linked wallets’ activity, raising concerns over market liquidity and potential selling pressure. SOL’s RSI dips to 46.11, signaling a neutral trend.

16 Sep 24 - 🌍 Rumors swirl about China’s possible $1.4T stimulus plan, which could shake up global markets and boost Bitcoin. A surge in liquidity may drive Chinese investors to Bitcoin, positioning it as a hedge. Is this a golden opportunity or a risk for investors?

15 Sep 24 - ⚡ Hadsel, Norway closed a Bitcoin mine, leading to a 20% jump in electricity costs. Residents face up to $280 extra annually as the power company loses revenue. Critics argue Bitcoin mining helps keep prices lower. Noise complaints sparked the shutdown.

15 Sep 24 - ⚡ Bitcoin's mining difficulty hits 92.67T, a 3.6% rise since July. Miners face higher costs and squeezed margins as hashrate spikes. Miner sell-off of 30K BTC ($1.71B) may add price pressure. Public mining firms see stocks fall, with Riot down 54%.