As Microsoft shareholders consider Bitcoin investment, Michael Saylor offered to help—after amassing $16 billion worth for MicroStrategy.

Bitcoin's path to $70,000 hinges on lower interest rates, the US election outcome, boosted BTC miner profits, and strong spot ETF demand.

Crypto prices fluctuated heavily over the week as Bitcoin price swung to above $69K and back under $65K before regaining some ground to trade above $67K on Friday evening. Most altcoins swung sharply too, with meme coins seeing huge gains before paring them.

A complex interplay of internal and external dynamics is holding back altcoin season, tightly linked to Bitcoin's price movements.

XRP price has been subdued in recent weeks due to the SEC's appeal. But seeing that it has been here before, is there a way back up?

A closely followed crypto analyst says the crypto markets are about to go parabolic, predicting a massive six-figure price tag for Bitcoin (BTC).

A decline in the gold price rally could fuel Bitcoin (BTC) to new highs this year. Data from previous years shows that a pullback in inflows to the precious metal leads to the opposite in Bitcoin.

Cryptocurrency markets are trading lower despite whale transactions rising. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $66,789.25 -1.9% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,471.40 -2.5% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $167.86 -5.4% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.134 -5.6% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001721 -3.8% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 12.5% and daily active addresses dropping by 6.3%.

MicroStrategy co-founder Michael Saylor has jumped in with an offer as tech stalwart Microsoft is set to vote on a major proposal to diversify the company's corporate treasury by adding Bitcoin (BTC).

Spot Bitcoin ETF demand soars to a six-month high, but BTC futures contract volumes “remain somewhat subdued” and could be a reason why the price is constrained.

Bitcoin's [BTC] mining difficulty has hit an all-time high, a key milestone that reflects the growing competition among miners and the overall security of the network. This development, driven by a surge in Bitcoin's hashrate, highlights the increasing commitment from miners as they race to secure rewards amid a bullish market.

On October 24, BitcoinOS announced the launch of its Grail bridge on the Cardano network, enabling Bitcoin (BTC) liquidity to flow into the Cardano (ADA) ecosystem.

Recent movements in Bitcoin's price signal potential breakouts, driven by corporate confidence and positive economic trends.

Bitcoin currently ranges between $65,000 and $69,500 following two weeks of bullish price action, sparking renewed optimism among analysts and investors. The prevailing sentiment is that BTC is on the verge of reaching new all-time highs in the coming weeks, with confidence building that March's cycle top predictions may have been premature.

On-chain data shows that the Bitcoin Mining Difficulty has set a new all-time high (ATH) after the jump in the latest network adjustment. Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Has Seen An Increase Of Nearly 4% Recently According to data from CoinWarz, the BTC Difficulty has seen a positive adjustment recently.

Data from TradingView on October 25 indicated that the ETH/BTC ratio had fallen briefly below 0.037. The rate was the lowest the pair had reached since April 2021, marking a 30-month low.

Bitcoin's price stabilizes around $67,500—having recently dipped from a peak of $69,000—investors are on high alert. The cryptocurrency market is notoriously volatile, and understanding when to buy can significantly impact long-term investment success.

Microsoft's management may choose to invest in Bitcoin ETFs over holding their own coins.

Ethereum (ETH) creator Vitalik Buterin is not seeing eye to eye with Microstrategy executive chairman Michael Saylor when it comes to the custody of Bitcoin (BTC).

Cardano network is the first Layer-1 to leverage the work of BOS that brings scalability and programmability to Bitcoin.

According to a Binance Research report, retail investors account for around 80% of the total assets under management in spot Bitcoin ETFs

According to a Friday report by the Wall Street Journal, Tether, the flagship stablecoin issuer, is currently being investigated by the US government.

The recent approval of additional Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) options by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has sent ripples through the cryptocurrency world, raising questions about what this means for Bitcoin's future. While there's a general consensus that these new options could significantly enhance market liquidity, opinions diverge sharply when it comes to the impact on volatility and price trends.

Malaysia's national electricity provider, Tenaga Nasional Berhad, has reported losses exceeding 440 million ringgit (about $101 million) due to electricity theft linked to illegal Bitcoin mining activities.

Reports from the courtroom suggested that prosecutors would offer a deal for Eric Council Jr., who allegedly helped compromise the SEC's X account.

On Oct. 25, a long-dormant bitcoin wallet from June 5, 2012—12 years and 4 months old—sprang back to life, moving 399 BTC. 12-Year-Old Wallet Transfers 399 BTC—Tied to the 2011 Bitcoin Whale This month has captivated many as several old wallets, especially from 2011, have awakened while bitcoin's value remains higher than in September. Bitcoin.

Bulls aim to knock out Bitcoin's all-time high before the US elections wrap up. Will altcoins follow?

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Bitcoin (BTC) rebuilt peak levels of open interest, while awaiting a monthly futures expiration event. Scenarios for BTC range from an almost immediate rally to another drawdown with liquidations into the $40K range.

The excitement for spot Bitcoin ETFs has not waned since their launch in January 2024, with a significant surprise: it is individual investors, not institutions, who are leading the way. According to a recent report from Binance, retail investors account for 80% of the assets under management of these financial products.

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) Arca electronic trading platform is evolving with Bitcoin ETF products on track to benefit immensely. Per the announcement from Intercontinental Exchange, NYSE Arca's parent firm, trading will now last for 22 hours overall.

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) announced plans to extend weekday trading hours on its NYSE Arca equities exchange, potentially accommodating the surging global demand for US-listed securities, including Bitcoin ETFs (exchange-traded funds).

Bitcoin gains liquidity, exits weak hands, and signals bullish breakout amid rising inflows.

TL;DR Lightspark launched updates at its first Partner Summit in Los Angeles, including UMA Auth, UMA Request, and Lightspark Extend, as well as the new solution Spark. UMA is an open-source messaging standard that facilitates real-time transactions with various forms of value.

Retail investors are leading the charge in the adoption of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), accounting for 80% of the total demand, according to a recent report by Binance Research. According to the report, Bitcoin ETFs have seen accelerated adoption since their debut, with cumulative holdings now reaching over 938,700 BTC — approximately $63.

U.S. prosecutors are preparing to offer a plea deal to an Alabama man accused of hacking the SEC's social media account.

According to a Binance Research report (title: “Spot ETFs in Crypto Markets”) published earlier today, spot Bitcoin ETFs have collectively accumulated around 938.7K BTC, valued at roughly $63.3 billion. This figure, when including similar funds, accounts for 5.2% of Bitcoin's total supply. The report points out that net flows for BTC ETFs have exceeded 312.

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Cardano Network is poised to tap into $1.3 trillion in Bitcoin liquidity for its decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem through a new integration with BitcoinOS (BOS), a Bitcoin smart contract platform. As a result, the Cardano Bitcoin price may begin to move in the same direction.

Mati Greenspan says the next phase of the bull run will be “all about” Bitcoin and that AI-based memecoins are a massive gamble.

Tether and the City of Lugano join hands to unveil a life-sized statue of Satoshi Nakamoto.

Bitcoin whales have reached a record high by accumulating 670,000 BTC, indicating a bullish market trend ahead. The post Bitcoin whales scoop up BTC like never before as market eyes new highs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

A closely followed crypto strategist is suggesting that Bitcoin may soar by triple digits this cycle while one altcoin may even outperform BTC. Pseudonymous analyst Inmortal tells his 217,800 followers on the social media platform X that Bitcoin's cycle top may end up being 164% more than its current value.

Microsoft has told shareholders to reject a proposal to hold Bitcoin as part of its treasury assets, saying it's not an option for the company right now. On October 24, Microsoft filed a statement with the U.S.

Microsoft's board evaluates Bitcoin, but advises against adopting this strategy now.

Microsoft's upcoming shareholder meeting on December 10 is generating excitement due to a proposal for the company to consider investing in Bitcoin.

As reported by U.Today, Microsoft shareholders are gearing up for a big December vote on a proposal to diversify the company's balance sheet, by including major cryptocurrency Bitcoin (BTC). This development is generating interest in the space as crypto enthusiasts consider the implications of such a decision.