El Salvador has agreed with the IMF to scale back bitcoin activities for a $1.4 billion loan. Additional funding could push the total financing package above $3.5 billion.

Total assets under management for bitcoin exchange-traded funds have climbed to $129 billion, surpassing gold ETFs

Hut 8 has acquired 990 Bitcoin for $100 million, boosting its total BTC holdings to over $1 billion as institutional adoption of cryptocurrency accelerates.

Hut 8 Purchase Bitcoin strategy includes acquiring 990 BTC at an average price of $101,710 and raising its reserve to 10,096 BTC.

TL;DR Michael Saylor's “intelligent leverage” strategy aims to enhance MicroStrategy's Bitcoin holdings by optimizing the company's capital structure and leveraging assets to acquire more Bitcoin. MicroStrategy's aggressive approach has significantly boosted its stock price by nearly 500% this year, outpacing Bitcoin's 150% gains, and has positioned the company for inclusion in the Nasdaq 100 Index.

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) has rebounded to $102,250 after taking a nosedive on Thursday following the FOMC meeting. What Happened: Bitcoin cratered from above $105,000 before Thursday's trading session to a low of $98,839 during U.S. night time hours.

Bitcoin (BTC) has once again demonstrated its wealth-generating potential, with the latest surge pushing its value above the $100,000 mark and creating 14,211 new millionaires and four new billionaires. A recent study by NFT Evening has shed light on just how dramatically Bitcoin has outperformed traditional investments, such as stocks, and has reshaped the financial landscape.

Bitcoin's price experienced a sharp pullback following the US Federal Reserve's recent rate cut, but market experts like Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan remain optimistic about the asset's long-term trajectory. On Dec. 18, the Federal Reserve announced a 25-basis-point rate cut, scaling back its outlook for 2024 to two cuts instead of the previously expected four.

Bitcoin has surged past its all-time high again, reaching an impressive $108,300 and solidifying its position as the market leader. This rally marks a continuation of Bitcoin's push into price discovery, fueled by growing investor demand and positive global market sentiment.

Nic Carter, Founding Partner at Castle Island Ventures, has expressed skepticism about the U.S. establishing a strategic Bitcoin reserve under the incoming Trump administration, citing risks to the dollar's global standing. What Happened: His view has sparked a sharp critique from Matthew Sigel, Head of Digital Assets Research at VanEck, who labeled Carter's perspective as “Loserthink” in a pointed social media response.

World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a decentralized finance project backed by Donald Trump, has made a bold move by swapping $10.4 million worth of cbBTC for WBTC (Wrapped Bitcoin). The decision comes amid Coinbase's controversial delisting of WBTC, sparking speculation about WLFI's strategic direction.

The debate over Bitcoin's fixed supply has been rekindled by a BlackRock video, raising questions about the possibility of changing the 21 million unit limit. This discussion has prompted varied reactions within the crypto community, highlighting the importance of this feature for BTC.

A 5.7% slide in the price of Bitcoin ($BTC) was caused by remarks from Fed Chair Powell at the FOMC meeting on Wednesday. The Chairman said that there may only be two rate cuts for 2025.

The VIX jumped 74% yesterday after a 25bps rate cut and a hawkish outlook from Fed Chair Jerome Powell.

El Salvador has agreed to adjust its Bitcoin policies as part of a $1.4 billion loan arrangement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), according to a Dec. 18 statement. The global financial regulator stated that it had reached a staff-level agreement with El Salvador on a 40-month Extended Fund Facility (EFF).

The miner bought about 968 bitcoin for average price of around $104,258 each.

November was a strong month for the miners as the rally in bitcoin outpaced the rise in the network hashrate, the report said.

Bitcoin dips below $100K as Fed signals fewer rate cuts. Powell dismisses Bitcoin reserve talks, raising investor caution. Read the technical analysis here. The post Fed's Powell Crushes Bitcoin Momentum – Is the $100,000 Floor About to Collapse? appeared first on Cryptonews.

Bitcoin's price experienced a sharp decline on Wednesday, December 19, briefly slipping below $100,000 to hit a low of $98,839. The drop came after the US Federal Reserve's unexpected decision to tighten its monetary policy, catching the cryptocurrency market off guard.

A Binance survey revealed that 16% of respondents hold meme coins, surpassing Bitcoin's 14.4% while staying even more bullish going into 2025.

Ohio is taking a bold step toward Bitcoin adoption. State Representative Derek Merrin has proposed new legislation, called House Bill 703, to allow the state treasury to invest in Bitcoin.

Bitcoin and Ethereum spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have recorded consistent inflows for two straight weeks, reflecting sustained investor interest. This comes as Bitcoin continues to trade around $100,000. The post Bitcoin and Ether Spot ETFs See Two Weeks of Inflows appeared first on Cryptonews.

El Salvador's new IMF agreement maintains Bitcoin's legal tender status while making its acceptance voluntary and reducing government involvement, as part of a broader $1.4 billion economic reform package that could unlock additional international funding.

Metaplanet, a Japanese Bitcoin-focused investment firm, will begin trading its shares on the US OTCQX Market on Dec. 19 under the ticker MTPLF. This milestone follows the company's announcement of its Bitcoin Treasury Operations as a core business focus.

Bitcoin ETFs have shown an increase in premarket, even as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell made it clear that the central bank has no plans to accumulate Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC). What Happened: As per Benzinga Pro on Thursday, the Bitwise Bitcoin ETF (NYSE:BITB) saw a rise of 1.08%, ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF (BATS:ARKB) increased by 1.41%, Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (BTC) (NYSE:GBTC) climbed 1.32%, Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (BATS:FBTC) advanced 1.04%, and iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (NASDAQ:IBIT) gained 1.26%.

The Bitcoin price experienced a significant downturn on Wednesday, briefly falling below the $100,000 milestone as the US Federal Reserve's (Fed) cautious outlook on interest rate cuts dampened crypto investments. At one point in Wednesday's trading session, the market's leading crypto dropped to $98,760 before recovering to the six-figure mark.

Bitcoin (BTC) bull Michael Saylor, who is co-founder and Chairman of MicroStrategy, has expressed a desire to enhance “intelligent leverage” for the company's shareholders as it continues its strategy of investing heavily in the market's leading crypto.

Bitcoin (BTC) slumped below $100,000 after Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said the central bank is not allowed to own Bitcoin and is not looking for a law change.

Analyst and trader Kevin Svenson is leaning bullish on Bitcoin (BTC) as the flagship crypto asset continues to hover above the $100,000 price. Svenson tells his 81,000 YouTube subscribers that based on the Moving Average Convergence/Divergence (MACD) indicator on the daily time frame, Bitcoin could surge higher over the short term.

U.S. spot-listed bitcoin ETFs currently have an AUM of $120 billion compared to gold's $125 billion.

Bitcoin fell below $100,000 following Federal Reserve Chair Powell's comments about Bitcoin ownership restrictions, triggering $700 million in market-wide liquidations and leading to broader cryptocurrency market declines.

El Salvador, the first country to make Bitcoin a legal tender has finally reached a deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a $1.4 billion loan. It comes at a condition of scaling down its “Bitcoin Project”.

Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome Powell, recently addressed questions concerning the possibility of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve in a press conference.

The total crypto market cap slipped below $3.6 trillion briefly.

Bitcoin exchange reserves have hit a record low of 2.4 million BTC, down from 3 million in January 2024, coinciding with price appreciation above $104,000 as institutional investors move assets to long-term storage.

Bitcoin's price briefly dropped below $100,000 on Wednesday, hitting a low of $98,839, according to TradingView data.

Meme coins are gaining a lot of global traction, and even surpassed Bitcoin as the most-held cryptos among Binance survey participants.

Here's what on-chain data says regarding which segment of the Bitcoin market has been participating in selling at the latest high prices. 90-Day+ Bitcoin Investors Have Been Showing Activity Recently As pointed out by YouTuber denome in an X post, only one segment of the Bitcoin market is still participating in profit-taking.

Bitcoin's recent surge to its ATH $108 has caught the attention of investors, especially after U.S. President-elect Donald Trump suggested the creation of a national Bitcoin reserve. A major factor driving this surge is the historic drop in exchange reserves, which are now at a record low of 2.4 million BTC.

Bitcoin pulled back considerably on Wednesday after previously raising hopes of price pushing to $110,000.

After Bitcoin hit an ATH in December the concern related to its Bitcoin has always been known for its fixed supply of 21 million coins. This cap is what makes it unique and valuable, setting it apart from traditional currencies that can be printed endlessly.

Bitcoin is projected to reach $200,000 by mid-2025, driven by institutional adoption, technical indicators, and potential national reserve creation, with analysts expecting milder price corrections than in previous cycles.

The broader crypto market has continued its volatile trading today, with Bitcoin price witnessing a major setback. The flagship crypto has recently declined below the $100K level amid massive selling pressure noted in the broader financial market, let alone the digital assets space.

Bitcoin's recent price surge has driven up mining equipment costs, with Shenzhen's Huaqiangbei district—a global hub for crypto hardware—seeing a notable 30% price hike.

The contribution goes to one of the main non-profit organizations that funds the development of Bitcoin Core.

The Federal Reserve has dismissed the possibility of holding a Bitcoin reserve, citing legal and institutional limitations. Fed Chair Jerome Powell reiterated this stance during a routine press conference following the year's final Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, where the central bank announced a 25 basis point rate cut.

MicroStrategy co-founder Michael Saylor recently told Bloomberg that the company would overhaul its fundraising strategy to add more "intelligent" leverage.