📰 News Alert...
🔖 Title: Metaplanet Achieves 121.1% BTC Yield, Expanding Treasury Significantly
🗓️ Published: 2025-04-24T12:01:34+03:00
📄 Summary: Japanese firm Metaplanet has recently augmented its treasury by adding 145 BTC, marking an impressive 121.1% yield year-to-date in 2025. This strategic move not only strengthens Metaplanet's financial position but also signals confidence in Bitcoin's long-term potential amid fluctuating market conditions. As the company continues to innovate in the cryptocurrency space, investors and analysts alike are keenly observing its next steps.
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🗞️ Source: James Van Straten
💓 #Cryptocurrency #Bitcoin #InvestmentStrategy
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🔖 Title: Revolut Doubles Profits Driven by User Growth and Crypto Trading Boom
🗓️ Published: 2025-04-24T11:31:30+03:00
📄 Summary: Fintech powerhouse Revolut has reported an impressive year, doubling its pre-tax profits to £1 billion ($1.3 billion) for 2024, spurred by robust customer growth and a spike in cryptocurrency trading. The company's total revenue surged to £3.1 billion, driven largely by its wealth division, which saw nearly fourfold revenue growth in digital asset trading. With over 50 million users now on its platform, Revolut has positioned itself for continued growth, even as it navigates the challenges of converting app users to primary banking customers. Additionally, the recent acquisition of a UK banking license opens new avenues for services, including lending products. CEO Nik Storonsky emphasized that 2024 was a pivotal year for Revolut, with ongoing expansion and innovation across its business segments.
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🗞️ Source: Cointelegraph by Amin Haqshanas
💓 #Fintech #CryptoGrowth #DigitalBanking
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🔖 Title: BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin ETF Wins "Best New ETF" Amid Record Inflows
🗓️ Published: 2025-04-23T11:00:00-04:00
📄 Summary: BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) has been recognized as the "Best New ETF" at the annual etf.com ETF awards, showcasing its impressive growth and popularity. On April 23, IBIT witnessed a remarkable $643 million in inflows, marking its highest inflow day since January 2025. The fund, which launched in January 2024, now boasts net assets of approximately $53.77 billion, reflecting a growing interest in Bitcoin investment amidst an evolving market landscape.
🗞️ Source: Cointelegraph by Ciaran Lyons
💓 #Bitcoin #ETF #InvestingTrends
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🔖 Title: Metaplanet's Bitcoin Buying Blitz Brings It Closer to 10K Goal
🗓️ Published: 2025-04-24T10:45:00+03:00
📄 Summary: In a remarkable show of confidence in cryptocurrency, Metaplanet has purchased 1,650 Bitcoin in April, significantly boosting its total holdings as it marches towards its ambitious target of 10,000 Bitcoin. This aggressive buying strategy highlights the company's belief in Bitcoin's future potential, positioning it as a key player in the ever-evolving digital currency landscape.
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https://decrypt.co/316095/metaplanet-crosses-5000-btc-latest-purchase-halfway-target
🗞️ Source: Financial Insights
💓 #Cryptocurrency #BitcoinInvestment #BlockchainRevolution
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🔖 Title: Victim Statements Filed in Case Against Former Celsius CEO Alex Mashinsky
🗓️ Published: 2025-04-23T15:00:00-04:00
📄 Summary: In a significant development in the case against Alex Mashinsky, former CEO of the failed crypto lender Celsius Network, US federal prosecutors have submitted over 200 victim impact statements to a Manhattan federal court. These statements, totaling 418 pages, highlight the financial devastation faced by Celsius users following the company's downfall. Many victims entrusted their life savings to the platform, relying on Mashinsky's claims of safety. While some statements call for the maximum sentence of 30 years for Mashinsky, a few advocate for leniency, citing remorse and external economic factors contributing to the company’s collapse. Mashinsky's sentencing is scheduled for May 8.
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🗞️ Source: Cointelegraph by Jesse Coghlan
💔 #CryptoJustice #FinancialRegulation #CelsiusNetwork
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🔖 Title: Revolut Doubles Profits to $1.3 Billion on User Growth and Crypto Trading Boom
🗓️ Published: 2025-04-24T10:31:56+03:00
📄 Summary: Fintech powerhouse Revolut has reported an impressive doubling of its pre-tax profits in 2024, reaching £1 billion ($1.3 billion) due to significant customer growth and a rebound in cryptocurrency trading. With revenues increasing to £3.1 billion, the company has added nearly 15 million new users, pushing its total customer base over 50 million. The approval of a UK banking license and the launch of new crypto services have further positioned Revolut for future expansion, although challenges remain in converting app users to primary banking customers.
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🗞️ Source: Cointelegraph by Amin Haqshanas
💓 #Fintech #CryptoBoom #UserGrowth
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🔖 Title: BlackRock's IBIT Leads Major Inflows into Bitcoin ETFs
🗓️ Published: 2025-04-24T10:01:29+03:00
📄 Summary: BlackRock's investment vehicle, IBIT, reported impressive net inflows of $643 million yesterday, contributing to a total of $936 million in daily flows into U.S. Bitcoin ETFs. This surge reflects growing investor confidence in cryptocurrency assets amid increasing market acceptance and regulatory clarity. As traditional finance continues to intertwine with digital currencies, BlackRock remains at the forefront of this evolving landscape.
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https://www.theblock.co/post/351803/blackrock-ibit-inflow-13-weeks?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss
🗞️ Source: Danny Park
💓 #Bitcoin #ETFs #CryptoInvestment
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🔖 Title: Signs of Economic Uncertainty: Is a US Recession on the Horizon?
🗓️ Published: 2025-04-24T09:00:00+03:00
📄 Summary: Current indicators suggest a potential US recession may be approaching, as the Federal Reserve's anticipated interest rate cuts coincide with declining consumer confidence. The recent inversion of the yield curve, where the 10-year bond rate dipped below the three-month Treasury rate, also adds to these concerns. While financial markets are reacting to expectations of a faltering economy, the true nature and timing of a possible recession remain uncertain, akin to spotting birds before reaching shore.
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https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/apr/24/us-recession-trump-tariffs-us-fed-interest-rates
🗞️ Source: Jeffrey Frankel
💓 #EconomicOutlook #RecessionWatch #FinancialTrends
🐳 Whale Splash:
🔹 Block Height: 893720
🔸 Block Date: 2025-04-24 04:23:25 UTC
🔸 BTC Price USD: 92773.80
🐋 Transaction: 18,875.91568408 BTC (~$1,751,190,426.49 USDT)
🔸 Fee: 0.00011357 BTC (~$10.54 USDT)
🔹 TXID: f3c6caa8fb96e3a819304c7854b057865f518f85599f3664019b5e4ad53b4844
#Whale #Crypto
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🔖 Title: Bitcoin’s Spike Above $93K Wipes Out Shorts, $652M Liquidated Across the Market
🗓️ Published: 2025-04-23T10:00:00-04:00
📄 Summary: In a stunning turn of events for the cryptocurrency market, Bitcoin surged past the $93,000 mark, leading to a dramatic liquidation of $652.84 million across various trading platforms. This event affected a staggering 172,948 traders, with Bitcoin alone accounting for $321.70 million, nearly half of the total liquidations. Notably, the majority of positions impacted were shorts, with over 95% of BTC liquidations on exchanges such as Bybit, HTX, Gate.io, and CoinEx. This highlights the intense volatility and risk associated with trading in the crypto space.
🔗 [Read More](https://cryptoslate.com/bitcoins-spike-above-93k-wipes-out-shorts-652m-liquidated-across-the-market/)
🗞️ Source: TBD
💓 #CryptoMarket #BitcoinSurge #TradingAlerts
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🔖 Title: Australian Dollar Takes a Hit as Bretton Woods II Gains Traction
🗓️ Published: 2025-04-24T04:00:00+03:00
📄 Summary: The US Dollar Index (DXY) is making a comeback, while the Euro sees a significant decline, dragging the Australian Dollar down with it. This shift indicates a strong influence from the evolving Bretton Woods II framework, which appears to be positively affecting gold and metals, despite presenting challenges for big mining entities. As market dynamics shift, there is growing concern about recession implications, but stock markets continue to rise. Analysts highlight a notable panic among policymakers, indicating a complex and unpredictable financial landscape.
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https://www.macrobusiness.com.au/2025/04/australian-dollar-chomped-by-bretton-woods/
🗞️ Source: MacroBusiness
💓 #ForexMarket #BrettonWoods #EconomicTrends
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🔖 Title: Riot Platforms Secures $100 Million Credit Agreement with Coinbase Using Bitcoin Holdings
🗓️ Published: 2025-04-24T03:30:00+03:00
📄 Summary: Bitcoin mining company Riot Platforms has successfully entered into a $100 million credit agreement with Coinbase, leveraging its substantial Bitcoin holdings valued at approximately $1.8 billion as collateral. The funding, which will be drawn in stages over two months, aims to bolster the company's expansion efforts and support various corporate objectives. This strategic move highlights Riot's commitment to growth within the evolving cryptocurrency landscape.
🗞️ Source: CryptoSlate
💓 #Cryptocurrency #BitcoinMining #RiotPlatforms
🐳 Whale Splash:
🔹 Block Height: 893698
🔸 Block Date: 2025-04-24 00:22:42 UTC
🔸 BTC Price USD: 93495.60
🐋 Transaction: 18,885.94024213 BTC (~$1,765,752,314.50 USDT)
🔸 Fee: 0.00011911 BTC (~$11.14 USDT)
🔹 TXID: a50d32fd8fe3dfab49e3e941f79dff58f04ff22b0d2734048ae62de35ffaf629
#Cryptocurrency #WhaleAlert
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🔖 Title: Sovereign Wealth and Insurance Funds Continue to Embrace Bitcoin in April
🗓️ Published: 2025-04-24T00:00:00-04:00
📄 Summary: In a significant trend observed in April, large institutional investors, including sovereign wealth funds and major insurance pools, have increased their exposure to Bitcoin (BTC). According to John D’Agostino, Coinbase's head of strategy for institutional investors, this move reflects a changing approach to macroeconomic uncertainties. During an appearance on CNBC’s Squawk Box, D’Agostino noted that these conservative capital allocators are now recognizing Bitcoin as a viable addition to their portfolios, indicating a potential shift in institutional investment strategies.
🗞️ Source: CryptoSlate
💓 #BitcoinInvestment #InstitutionalAdoption #CryptoTrends
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🔖 Title: Alabama Drops Lawsuit Against Coinbase, Signaling Shift in Crypto Regulations
🗓️ Published: 2025-04-23T15:20:00-04:00
📄 Summary: The Alabama Securities Commission has officially dropped its lawsuit against Coinbase, which accused the cryptocurrency exchange of violating state securities laws by offering staking services. The decision follows a coordinated effort between state and federal regulators to establish clearer guidelines for the burgeoning crypto market. As part of a trend, five out of ten states that previously filed similar lawsuits have now withdrawn their actions, showcasing a growing acceptance of cryptocurrency practices in the U.S. legal landscape.
🔗 [Read more here](https://cointelegraph.com/news/alabama-drops-staking-lawsuit-against-coinbase?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound)
🗞️ Source: Cointelegraph by Paul Grewal
💓 #CryptoRegulation #Coinbase #StakingServices
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🔖 Title: Arthur Hayes Predicts Treasury Buybacks Will Drive Bitcoin Beyond $110K, Potentially Reaching $200K
🗓️ Published: 2025-04-23T12:00:00-04:00
📄 Summary: Former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes shares an optimistic outlook on Bitcoin, suggesting that the cryptocurrency is on the verge of breaking its all-time highs. He links this potential surge to a wave of liquidity generated from US Treasury buybacks, asserting that the current market dynamics mirror conditions seen before previous Bitcoin rallies. As global economic factors remain volatile due to US trade policies, many investors are watching these developments closely.
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🗞️ Source: CryptoSlate
💓 #Bitcoin #Cryptocurrency #MarketTrends
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🔖 Title: Forget Bull or Bear — Bitcoin's in a New Era, Says Onchain Analyst James Check
🗓️ Published: 2025-04-23T20:00:00-04:00
📄 Summary: Onchain analyst James Check challenges the traditional four-year cycle theory that has long dictated Bitcoin's market behavior, suggesting it no longer holds relevance in today's macroeconomic landscape. Instead, Check argues that Bitcoin's performance is increasingly influenced by broader economic conditions and investor psychology. He emphasizes the importance of viewing the market through various scenarios rather than rigid predictions, particularly in the critical $70,000-$75,000 range, where market confidence is notably affected.
🔗 [Watch the full interview here](https://youtu.be/hb0z1Ti8Uys)
🗞️ Source: Cointelegraph by Marco Castrovilli
💓 #Cryptocurrency #Bitcoin #MarketTrends
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🔖 Title: Jack Mallers Appointed CEO of Twenty One Capital, Set to Launch with 42,000 BTC
🗓️ Published: 2025-04-23T18:45:00-04:00
📄 Summary: In a bold move for the cryptocurrency landscape, Jack Mallers, the CEO of Strike, has been appointed as the leader of Twenty One Capital. Backed by Tether and SoftBank, this new entity plans to go public through a SPAC deal while launching with an impressive Bitcoin treasury of 42,000 BTC. This strategic positioning could redefine the way institutional and retail investors view Bitcoin as a viable asset class.
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🗞️ Source: Nik
💓 #Bitcoin #Cryptocurrency #FinTech
📰 News Alert...
🔖 Title: Bitcoin's Elastic Relationship with Global M2 Money Supply: What to Expect Next?
🗓️ Published: 2025-04-23T10:00:00-04:00
📄 Summary: Recent discussions within the crypto community suggest that Bitcoin prices are influenced by the global M2 money supply with a notable 12-week lag. Analysts have observed that following an increase in global M2, Bitcoin prices tend to surge approximately 90 days later. With recent expansions in the global money supply, bullish sentiment among investors is rising, sparking anticipation for a potential price increase in Bitcoin. However, some analysts caution about the complexities of this relationship, emphasizing the need for wary optimism.
🗞️ Source: Liam 'Akiba' Wright
💓 #Bitcoin #CryptoMarket #EconomicIndicators
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🔖 Title: Bitcoin Surges to New Heights Amid Easing Trade Tensions
🗓️ Published: 2025-04-23T17:07:01+03:00
📄 Summary: Bitcoin has experienced a remarkable surge, climbing 6.80% in the past 24 hours to reach $94,510, its highest point in nearly two months. This rise coincides with improved global market sentiment following easing US-China trade tensions, marked by significant inflows into Bitcoin ETFs totaling $1.29 billion. The recent bullish momentum indicates that short-term holders are back in profit, hinting at a potential rally toward the $100,000 mark. Analysts attribute this bullish sentiment to a classic falling wedge reversal pattern in the price charts.
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🗞️ Source: Cointelegraph by Yashu Gola
💓 #Bitcoin #CryptoMarket #TradeTensions