As global markets grapple with tighter monetary policies, entrepreneur-turned-politician Vivek Ramaswamy predicts a structural shift in corporate finance strategies, with bitcoin poised to become a staple of institutional treasuries. Bitcoin—A ‘More Common Corporate Treasury Holding’ In a statement on X on Feb. 18, 2025, Vivek Ramaswamy—the former 2024 presidential candidate and former DOGE lead—declared that […]
KULR Technology has expanded its Bitcoin holdings with a fresh $10 million investment, reinforcing its strategy to integrate cryptocurrency as a key treasury asset. KULR Doubles Down With $10M Bitcoin Buy KULR Technology Group Inc. (NYSE American: KULR) announced on Feb. 11 that it has expanded its bitcoin holdings to 610.3 BTC following an additional […]
Japanese mobile game developer Gumi Inc. announced plans to purchase 1 billion yen ($6.58 million) in bitcoin, aiming to bolster its blockchain initiatives and capitalize on cryptocurrency market opportunities. Gumi Unveils Bitcoin Purchase Plan and Babylon Staking as Part of Web3 Expansion Strategy Gumi, a Tokyo-listed mobile game studio, disclosed the decision following a board […]
The United Arab Emirates has introduced VAT amendments that impact crypto transactions, redefining tax obligations for companies in the digital asset space. Under the new rules, businesses dealing with cryptocurrencies and other digital assets must carefully evaluate their tax positions, especially as some provisions retroactively affect transactions since 2018. UAE’s VAT Amendments Introduce Retroactive Tax […]
A company with cryptocurrency capital has been registered in Argentina, marking the first time this has happened in the country. The company, which was registered with a capital of almost $500 in bitcoin and USDC, follows the enactment of a resolution that allows companies to receive contributions in cryptocurrencies and digital assets. Argentina Registers First […]
As of the current moment, 93.6% of bitcoin’s total supply has already been mined, leaving only 1.34 million bitcoins remaining to be extracted. After the upcoming halving event, the issuance rate of the leading digital currency will decelerate, significantly reducing its availability more than ever before. Additionally, post the 2028 halving, miners will receive 1.5625 […]
The majority of crypto companies attracted by the once favorable Estonian regulations have either abandoned or lost their licenses. According to the latest numbers released by the Baltic nation’s anti-money laundering bureau, only 100 businesses are currently authorized to provide digital-asset services. Most Estonian Licenses for Provision of Crypto-Related Services Expire A total of 389 […]
The bitcoin hardware wallet manufacturer Coinkite has announced the launch of a new product, the Coldcard Q1, which features a QWERTY keyboard and QR code scanner. Coinkite details that the battery-powered device utilizes the same security model as the Coldcard Mk4. Coinkite Introduces the Coldcard Q1 Over the past three months, companies have unveiled new […]
Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase, expressed concern about rumors that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) may eliminate cryptocurrency staking for retail customers in the United States. Armstrong insisted that “staking is not a security” and that the trend allows users to “participate directly in running open crypto networks.” Coinbase CEO Vocalizes Worry Over […]
Law enforcement authorities from over a dozen countries in Europe and North America have taken part in disrupting the activities of the Hive ransomware group, the U.S. Justice Department and Europol announced. Hive is believed to have targeted various organizations worldwide in the past couple of years, often extorting payments in cryptocurrency. Captured Decryption Keys […]