FBI Tracks 1,610 BTC to Armenian Hacker in Explosive Ransomware Case

A massive ransomware ring is collapsing as U.S. authorities track 1,610 BTC in ransom payments, leveraging bitcoin trails to identify and charge global cybercriminals. Bitcoin Ransom Plot Crashes as US Closes in on Ryuk Mastermind The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on July 16 that a ransomware suspect extradited from Ukraine has been charged … Read more

Corporate Bitcoin Holdings Shift From Hedge to Core Strategy, Nansen Reports

Bitcoin has evolved from an experimental reserve asset to a strategic corporate holding, with significant valuation disparities emerging based on management strategy and market perception, according to a Nansen report. Corporate Bitcoin Premiums Expose Valuation Divide: Nansen Research Study Shows Five major firms—Strategy (formerly Microstrategy), MARA (formerly Marathon Digital), Twenty One Capital, Riot Platforms, and … Read more

Bitcoin Standard Treasury Company to Launch With 30,021 Bitcoin After SPAC Merger

Bitcoin Standard Treasury Company (BSTR) will become a publicly traded company through a merger with special-purpose acquisition company Cantor Equity Partners I, Inc. (Nasdaq: CEPO), the companies announced on Thursday. Cantor SPAC Deal Values BSTR Bitcoin Treasury at $10/Share The combined company is expected to list on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “BSTR” in the … Read more

Bitcoin Flat Despite Upbeat Economic Data

Good news from the Department of Labor and Wall Street seems to have boosted everything except bitcoin today. Economic Data Buoys Stocks, But Bitcoin Doesn’t React U.S. jobless claims fell to a 3-month low on Thursday, and at least 44 companies beat their quarterly estimates this week. Stocks jumped on the news, but bitcoin ( … Read more

Fourth of July Whale Consolidates 40,000 BTC Into One Address — What’s Next for Billions in Bitcoin?

According to onchain data, the July 4 whale that shifted a staggering 80,000 BTC has now merged 40,000 BTC into a single address after moving 10,000 BTC just yesterday. Since this consolidation, the funds have remained untouched, sitting quietly in that single wallet. The Bitcoin Whale’s Latest Masterstroke Exactly 163 blocks after moving the 10,000 … Read more

Bitcoin Price Watch: Bulls Hold the Line as $117,000 Support Faces Key Test

Bitcoin posted a price of $117,866 on July 17, 2025, supported by a market capitalization of $2.34 trillion and a robust 24-hour trading volume of $49.313 billion. The 24-hour intraday price range fluctuated between $117,715 and $120,008, highlighting continued volatility within a consolidating structure. Bitcoin On the daily chart, bitcoin reversed from a recent low … Read more

Ether ETFs Shatter Records With $727 Million Inflows as Bitcoin ETFs Extend Streak to 10 Days

In a landmark session, ether ETFs recorded their highest single-day inflow ever with $727 million, while bitcoin ETFs extended their green streak to 10 days with $799 million in net inflows. Crypto ETFs Soar: Ether Hits New Inflow High With Bitcoin Pulling in $799 Million It was a day for the history books in ETF … Read more

PAX and Lunu Pay Enable Crypto Payments at 80 Million Terminals Globally

PAX Technology has partnered with Lunu Pay to enable crypto payments across its global network of 80+ million terminals, letting retailers accept bitcoin, ethereum, and more with instant fiat conversion and zero volatility risk. 80 Million Payment Terminals to Accept BTC, ETH and Other Cryptocurrencies In a major step toward real-world crypto adoption, PAX Technology, … Read more

Strategy, the Nasdaq-Listed Firm With 600,000+ BTC, Hits Record Market Cap

On Wednesday, shares of the business intelligence and bitcoin treasury firm Strategy climbed to a record $455.90, pushing the company’s market capitalization to a significant $124.64 billion. Strategy’s Stock Hits New High Backed by Massive Bitcoin Treasury Market stats reveal that Strategy’s MSTR shares on Nasdaq hit $455.90 at Wednesday’s close, rising more than 3% … Read more

FOIA Response Reveals US Marshals Control Just 29,000 BTC — Where’s the Rest?

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) response, secured by an independent journalist, reveals that the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) now controls 28,988 BTC, worth roughly $3.44 billion as of July 2025. With many believing the U.S. government holds close to 200,000 BTC, its bitcoin stash has sparked considerable curiosity. Independent Journalist Challenges Government’s Bitcoin Claims … Read more