Congress passed a reform that modifies the so-called “Bitcoin Law” in El Salvador to comply with the stipulated requirements in the deal inked with the IMF last year. These modifications prepare the country to receive $1.4 billion in a credit facility.

Bitcoin's strong historical track record in February adds to the optimism, with analysts expecting a potential breakout toward new all-time highs, possibly reaching $120,000.

On Jan. 30, 2025, several crypto influencer accounts celebrated the solo miner who managed to solve a block and grabbed the entire reward of 3.146 BTC for themselves.

The Bitcoin network has grown to a vibrant Web3 ecosystem with over $7.1 billion in TVL, facilitated by the Lightning network and the Taproot-enabled protocols.

Riot Platforms, one of North America's largest Bitcoin mining companies, is facing increased investor scrutiny as two major firms, D.E. Shaw and Starboard Value, have acquired stakes in the company.

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USDT adoption on Bitcoin's Lightning Network supports instant transactions, AI payments, and DeFi expanding Bitcoin's real-world financial applications.

Bitcoin is accelerating its worldwide financial adoption, but not everyone supports its inclusion in reserve assets. ECB President Christine Lagarde expressed skepticism about Bitcoin and stated that the ECB and other central institutions will not include it in reserve systems.

TL;DR Tether has integrated its USDT stablecoin with Bitcoin's Lightning Network, enabling instant, low-cost transactions while maintaining Bitcoin's security and decentralization. The integration leverages the Taproot Assets protocol to enhance Bitcoin's ability to handle tokenized assets, transforming how stablecoins are used within Bitcoin's ecosystem.

February and March are both seasonally bullish months for bitcoin, with Q1 being the second-best-performing quarter.

Tether announced the integration of USDT with Bitcoin's base layer and Lightning Network using Taproot Assets protocol, enabling faster transactions and expanding payment possibilities while maintaining Bitcoin's security features.

The crypto market slipped back into the red, with most cryptocurrencies trading lower. Bitcoin (BTC) is down nearly 1% over the past 24 hours, trading around $104,360.

Old Glory Bank recently decided to support financial freedom. It allows investors to buy shares using Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, and other cryptocurrencies.

ECB President Christine Lagarde was confident about the stance the EU central banks would take on adding bitcoin as a reserve asset. She stated that, due to several reasons, this would not happen.

As US lawmakers continue working on crypto adoption and better regulations, Illinois and Indiana representatives have introduced new Bitcoin-related bills seeking to embrace the flagship crypto at the state level. Related Reading: Crypto Privacy Defense: Paradigm Donates $1.

Satoshi Action Fund CEO Dennis Porter revealed North Dakota has introduced a bill that will protect the rights of Bitcoin miners and holders. In a recent post on Jan.

A widely followed analyst and trader is offering his outlook on the two largest crypto assets by market cap.

The Czech National Bank is considering adding bitcoin to its reserves. It should, regardless of what the European Central Bank thinks about that.

Bitcoin whales hold off on major selling, but retail investors appear unable to wait for the real bull market gains to hit.

The integration of bitcoin into the reserves of central banks deeply divides economic actors. On one side, some governors advocate for a diversification of assets to adapt monetary strategies to a changing world.

Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the US saw inflows of approximately $655 million on Jan. 30, reflecting a strong rebound in investor interest. The surge comes after the US Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) approval of a Bitwise fund offering exposure to both assets.

Utah has taken a major step toward adopting Bitcoin as a strategic asset, becoming the second U.S. state to advance such legislation.

Bitcoin price is down % today and trades at . This pullback has undone 50% of the gains noted after the FOMC meeting and will likely continue this descent as month-end volatility kicks in.

MicroStrategy stock is surging , with Norway's sovereign wealth fund revealing a massive stake. Can MSTR hit $500 next?

Trump's new cryptocurrency executive order, combined with strong institutional adoption through ETFs, may disrupt Bitcoin's traditional four-year market cycle while pushing prices toward $200,000 in 2025.

Bitcoin trades above $105,000 as analyst Kevin Svenson predicts potential rise to $142,000 based on historical halving cycle patterns and current market position.

BlackRock (NYSE:BLK), the world's largest asset management organization, is noted for having a diverse investment portfolio, leveraging trillions of dollars at its disposal to bag shares in companies worldwide. The company has made several successful bets over the years.

With institutional involvement and shifting market dynamics, analysts believe Bitcoin's bull market could outlast past cycles, extending past 2025.

Bitwise's new ETF will focus solely on Bitcoin and Ethereum, with Coinbase as the digital asset custodian and Bank of New York Mellon handling cash custody.

Odin.fun launches as a new Bitcoin meme coin trading platform offering two-second transactions through Internet Computer integration, aiming to address technical limitations that have contributed to declining interest in Runes tokens.

Tether is launching the USDT stablecoin on the Bitcoin and Lightning Networks. Taproot Assets supports the integration.

The crypto market is undergoing a profound transformation, and Bitcoin is more than ever the central element of the digital financial landscape. While previous cycles saw altcoins capitalize on BTC's rise to gain ground, the current dynamics are taking an unprecedented turn.

Max Keiser, a financial journalist who has been a Bitcoin advisor to the El Salvador president Nayib Bukele, has reaffirmed his ultra-bullish BTC price prediction. It happened after the vocal Bitcoin evangelist Michael Saylor got featured on a fresh issue of the Forbes magazine's front cover – Keiser shared an image of this cover in his tweet.

More than $10 billion in Bitcoin and Ethereum options are set to expire today as the crypto market could be bracing for strong volatility ahead of the US Jobs data release next week. The Bitcoin price is currently flirting around $104,500 staying relatively flat after FOMC's decision to keep interest rates ahead this week.

Bitcoin's market is maturing, with signs of a renewed euphoria phase on the horizon.

In a recent memo, Bitwise Chief Investment Officer (CIO) Matt Hougan shared his thoughts on the Bitcoin (BTC) 4-year cycle and its relevance under Donald Trump's administration. Specifically, he examined whether a shift in Washington DC's stance on cryptocurrencies could extend the current bull market into 2026 and beyond.

Bitfinex Securities plans to launch Blockstream Mining Note 2 (BMN2) in El Salvador in Q1 of this year, according to a report.

The idea would be to invest billions of euros in BTC.

The United States spot Bitcoin (BTC) Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) registered a net cash inflow of about $588.22 million on Thursday. Having registered the highest daily total net inflow on Thursday since the beginning of this week, the US spot BTC ETF issuers now have recorded a cumulative total net cash inflow of about $40.

A South African man accused of sending bitcoin to an Islamic State affiliate in Syria, is set to be released on bail after a court ruled he is not a flight risk.

Lawmakers in El Salvador have adjusted the country's Bitcoin policy to align with the conditions of a new deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). El Salvador secured a $1.4 billion loan from the IMF.

Bitfinex Securities announced it plans to issue Blockstream Mining Note 2 (BMN2) in El Salvador in the first quarter of this year.

On Jan. 23, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order that could change Bitcoin's typical four-year market cycle, which has seen periods of growth followed by sharp downturns.

Analyst and trader Kevin Svenson is leaning bullish on Bitcoin (BTC) as the flagship crypto asset hovers above the $100,000 price.

Velar launches the BTC Name Grant Program to drive .btc digital identity adoption and unify the Stacks ecosystem.

Is Bitcoin's infamous four-year cycle coming to an end?

Tether, the world's leading stablecoin issuer, has announced the integration of USDT into Bitcoin's ecosystem, including its base layer and the Lightning Network.