Bitcoin continues to gain traction in mainstream financial markets, Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley warns that the scarcity of the cryptocurrency will soon feel more dramatic. Horsley's statement draws attention to the growing tension between Bitcoin's limited supply and the increasing demand for it, especially as global wealth distribution makes the idea of owning a full Bitcoin more elusive.

Bitcoin price is recovering losses above the $100,000 zone. BTC is showing positive signs and might continue higher if it clears the $102,500 resistance zone.

Over the past 30 days, Bitcoin and Ethereum network fees have remained relatively modest, even as prices have experienced an upward trend. During the first week of 2025, the average transaction fee on the Bitcoin network was $1.40.

Chile's economic future, several lawmakers are pushing for the creation of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR). This proposed initiative would make Bitcoin a key part of Chile's national financial strategy, helping the country diversify its reserves and explore the potential benefits of digital currency.

A quant has pointed out a pattern forming in a Bitcoin indicator that could imply the end of the current bull cycle may not be far.

Gemini co-founders Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss agreed to pay a $5 million fine to resolve the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) allegations that it misled regulators during its bid to launch the first US-regulated Bitcoin (BTC) futures contract. As Bloomberg News reported, the settlement averts a trial that was set to begin on Jan.

Bitcoin enthusiasts were startled to witness the movement of five ancient block rewards from 2009, collectively worth 250 BTC. These transactions, spanning between block heights 862,079 and 862,087, were worth an estimated $15.75 million at the time, based on Bitcoin's market price of approximately $63,000 per coin.

The report also shared that Bitcoin still dominated the crypto exchange-traded funds, accounting for about $573 million of the Bitcoin assets under management in global ETPs.

A Canadian crypto forum moderator and father of four claims to have been forced into hiding after an alleged kidnapping and torture attempt. The attackers reportedly targeted him, falsely believing he possessed an immense amount of Bitcoin.

Metaplanet ushers in the new year with a bullish sentiment on Bitcoin and blockchain technology. After announcing late last year that it had purchased ¥1 billion worth of Bitcoins, the Japanese company is making headlines again by announcing its plans to increase its holdings to 10,000 Bitcoins.

Bitcoin is on the verge of a historic breakout, consolidating just below the highly anticipated $100K mark. After surging over 8% since the start of the year, the leading cryptocurrency has captured the attention of investors and analysts alike.

Nasdaq filed to raise the current options contract limit of the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) from 25,000 to 250,000 contracts, representing an exercisable risk of 2.89%, according to a Jan. 6 SEC filing. According to the filing, the current limit represents only 0.4% of exercisable risk for the spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF).

Gemini, led by the Winklevoss twins, settles with the CFTC for $5M over claims of misleading information regarding its Bitcoin futures product. The post Gemini Settles with CFTC for $5M Over Misleading Bitcoin Futures Statements appeared first on Cryptonews.

Pro XRP lawyer John Deaton has criticized MSM journalist Stephanie Rule for mixing up Bitcoin with the Hawk Tuah Girl's scam rug pull coin. In a post on the X platform, Deaton expressed disappointment at Rule alleging that she is intentionally mixing up the two to push an agenda for Democrats.

Coinbase CLO Paul Grewal has once again spotlighted the role of the Federal Deposit Insurance Commission (FDIC) in the attempt to crackdown on Bitcoin (BTC) in the early days. Paul Grew reiterated that many considered Operation Chokepoint 2.0 a serious challenge for the US.

CleanSpark's December mining report reveals significant growth with 7,024 BTC mined in 2024, while expanding operations into Mississippi, Tennessee, and Wyoming.

JAN3 joins tech and publicly listed companies in fully adopting Bitcoin and expanding its adoption. On its blog, the company shared that it has raised $5 million in funds, which it plans to use to develop and expand its AQUA Wallet.

Bitcoin mining giant MARA has lent out around 16% of its BTC reserves to third parties to generate yields.

Bitcoin (BTC) reclaimed the $102,000 price level on Jan. 6 after climbing 4% over the day amid a wider market rally as accumulation continues to outpace profit-taking, based on CryptoSlate data. The flagship crypto was trading at $101,630 as of press time after failing to sustain upward momentum as US markets closed for the day.

KULR Technology strengthens its Bitcoin treasury position with an additional 213.4 BTC purchase, following MicroStrategy's model as more public companies embrace cryptocurrency investments.

The return of dormant Bitcoins raises questions about scarcity, liquidity, and market stability for Bitcoin.

Crypto ETFs have already added $585 million worth of new money in January, led by Bitcoin and Ethereum funds, following a steep profit-taking drop in December.

The CBOJ ETF introduces an annual reset mechanism, giving investors a fresh cap on potential gains each year while retaining full protection against losses.

A new Binance report for December highlights bullish and notable trends in the crypto space as we enter a new year. The cryptocurrency market closed in 2024 with a record-breaking performance.

Options market sees renewed action in bitcoin call options at $100,000 and $120,000 strikes on Deribit, a signal that traders are bullish on BTC price after Donald Trump's inauguration on Jan. 20. "Markets Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie weighs in on the optimistic outlook for bitcoin under the Trump administration.

"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines in the crypto industry as Polymarket bettors put their money on Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's resignation. And, MicroStrategy has increased its bitcoin holdings for the ninth consecutive week with the most recent purchase of 1,070 BTC.

Bitcoin has shown resilience by pushing above key demand levels, but the psychological and technical barrier of $100K remains unclaimed. This resistance has left investors and analysts in a state of uncertainty, with no clear short-term direction for the market leader.

Veteran market analyst Peter Brandt, renowned for his decades of trading experience, has issued a stern warning to Bitcoin traders, urging them to prepare for a potential market correction that could wipe out significant portions of their holdings. Despite Bitcoin's remarkable ascent over the years, Brandt believes that many traders, particularly younger investors, are unprepared for the market's volatile swings and the possibility of sharp corrections that could leave them financially vulnerable.

Gemini, the crypto exchange founded by the Winklevoss twins, has cut a $5 million check to settle a lawsuit with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). The case had accused them of misleading the regulator while trying to launch the first U.S.-regulated Bitcoin futures contract.

Make that ninth in a row.

The Bitcoin (BTC) Coinbase Premium Index is flashing positive readings for the first time this year and since at least December 16. This metric nosedived earlier as investors shtarted exhibiting caution on Bitcoin's price which entered a rangebound motion on December 19.

Welcome to Latam Insights Encore, a deep dive into Latin America's most relevant economic and cryptocurrency news from the past week. This edition examines how El Salvador is now placing its Bitcoin-focused policy front and center in its international engagements, suggesting that there may be no turning back.

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Cryptocurrency markets are trading higher on Monday after MicroStrategy and Metaplanet announced having acquired more BTC. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $101,987.32 +4% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $3,689.41 +1.4% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $220.19 +3.4% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.43 +1.8% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.3895 +1.9% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00002427 +2.3% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume decreasing by 5.3% and daily active addresses remained flat at 1.25 trillion.

Gemini Trust has agreed to pay $5 million to resolve allegations of providing false information to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. The misleading claims were made during the process in which the agency was evaluating a proposed Bitcoin futures contract, specifically relating to whether the proposed contract was susceptible to market manipulation.

Pierre Poilievre, a Bitcoin advocate and the leader of Canada's Conservative Party, has become the frontrunner to become the country's next Prime Minister based on Polymarket odds. Predictions on the decentralized platform show Poilievre has an 89% chance of victory, down slightly from an earlier 92%.

CNBC Crypto World features the latest news and daily trading updates from the digital currency markets and provides viewers with a look at what's ahead with high-profile interviews, explainers, and unique stories from the ever-changing crypto industry. On today's show, Blockworks co-founder Jason Yanowitz discusses his crypto outlook for 2025.

2024 saw increased BTC activities, with Bitcoin ATM installation surging globally.

New data reveals that Bitcoin's (BTC) network processed $19.2 trillion worth of BTC transactions during the last year.

The Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin mining company is one of the world's largest corporate BTC holders.

Crypto exchange Gemini, founded by Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, has agreed to pay a $5 million civil penalty to end a CFTC lawsuit.

Bitcoin (BTC) has once again surpassed the $100,000 mark reaching an intraday high of $102,514, its first breakthrough above this psychological level since mid-December 2024. $103K Resistance Looms as Bitcoin Climbs to $102,514 Amid Volume Spike This latest bitcoin surge reflects strong bullish momentum, with buyers stepping in decisively to drive prices higher.

The following article is adapted from The Block's newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons.

The year 2025 starts on uncertain grounds for bitcoin. After reaching a peak of $108,000, the cryptocurrency quickly lost ground, falling back below the symbolic threshold of $100,000.

Macro expert Luke Gromen believes President-elect Donald Trump should adopt a calculated approach to establishing a U.S. Bitcoin reserve.

Bitcoin's January rally gains momentum as Trump's inauguration approaches, but Federal Reserve decisions and macroeconomic conditions could shape BTC's trajectory.

Since the beginning of the year, Bitcoin's price has been unable to revisit its $108,230 all-time high. This has reduced the profitability of the coin's short-term holders (STHs), putting more downward pressure on its price.

The U.S. dollar weakened as Bitcoin rose, following a report that President-elect Donald Trump's team is weighing a pared-back tariff plan.