Metaplanet, a once-traditional hotel operator in Japan, saw its stock surge ~15% today after unveiling plans to raise approximately $5.4 billion to boost its Bitcoin holdings to 210,000 BTC by 2027. If achieved, this hoard would represent about 1% of total Bitcoin supply—valued at nearly $22 billion at current prices. The pivot, which began in 2024, also…
In a significant development for the tech industry, Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ: META) shareholders have decisively voted against a proposal urging the company to allocate a portion of its $72 billion cash reserves into Bitcoin. The proposal, introduced by Ethan Peck—a shareholder and employee of the National Center for Public Policy Research—was aimed at exploring…
In a groundbreaking move, President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to create a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. This reserve will include Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), Cardano (ADA), and Ripple (XRP), positioning the U.S. as a global leader in digital asset holdings. The initiative aims to bolster the nation’s financial security and…
Introduction In the world of cryptocurrency, decentralization and anonymity are often praised. But there are also stories that remind us why transparency, security, and regulation matter. One of the most infamous cases is QuadrigaCX, a Canadian cryptocurrency exchange that collapsed in 2019. This blog explores the rise and fall of QuadrigaCX, the mystery around its…
Gemini, the cryptocurrency exchange founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, has confidentially filed a draft registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for a proposed initial public offering (IPO). The filing, submitted on June 6, 2025, signals the company’s intent to go public, although specific details regarding the number of shares and…
Taiwan’s BitoPro Crypto Exchange Confirms $11.5M Hack, Assures User Funds Are Safe Taiwan-based cryptocurrency exchange BitoPro has confirmed a security breach that resulted in the loss of over $11 million from an old hot wallet during a system upgrade on May 8, 2025. The incident was initially brought to light by blockchain investigator ZachXBT, who…
In March 2025, Canadian digital asset manager 3iQ Corp. announced a strategic partnership with Geneva-based Criptonite Asset Management, a FINMA-licensed firm known for its innovative digital asset Actively Managed Certificates (AMCs). This collaboration aims to deliver regulated, institutional-grade digital asset investment products to the Swiss and broader European markets. focus.swiss+33iq.io+3citywire.com+3 The partnership combines 3iQ’s expertise…
The cryptocurrency market experienced a significant downturn today, with Bitcoin leading the decline. Over $827 million in long positions were liquidated within 24 hours, marking one of the most substantial single-day sell-offs in recent history. This sharp drop has sent ripples through the market, affecting altcoins and raising concerns among investors.TradingView+199Bitcoins+199Bitcoins 📉 Bitcoin’s Price Plunge…
