Category articles: Bitcoin & ETH

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DeFi Community Gains Ground as Senate Moves to Block IRS Broker Rule

The U.S. Senate is set to vote on overturning the IRS broker rule, which required DeFi platforms to comply with KYC procedures and reporting obligations. If signed by President Trump, this would remove significant barriers for the development of the decentralized finance sector in the country.

Bitcoin Joins GameStop's Treasury Reserves as Part of New Investment Strategy

GameStop's decision to add Bitcoin to its treasury reserve assets marks a significant shift towards cryptocurrency adoption as part of its financial strategy. This move could help the company strengthen its position and regain investor confidence amid ongoing challenges in the retail market.

Polymarket Expands to Solana: New Deposit Options Launched

Polymarket now supports Solana deposits, significantly speeding up wallet funding and reducing fees for users. This update enhances the platform's accessibility and strengthens its capabilities in event prediction using fast and cost-efficient blockchain technology.

eToro Takes a Step Toward IPO with New Crypto Transfer Capabilities in the UK and Europe

eToro is expanding its offerings by allowing UK and European users to transfer crypto assets to its platform for investment across multiple asset classes. The launch of crypto-to-fiat conversions, combined with eToro's upcoming IPO and regulatory achievements, positions the company as a leading player in the evolving crypto investment space.

Japan Embraces USDC: Circle's Strategic Move to Revolutionize Digital Payments

Circle’s partnership with SBI Holdings and the launch of USDC in Japan mark a significant step in the expansion of stablecoin adoption in the region, signaling growing confidence in digital finance solutions. The move also underscores Japan's leadership in blockchain regulation, positioning USDC as a key player in the country’s evolving digital economy.

Bitcoin to $110K? Arthur Hayes Backs Fed’s Liquidity Boost

Arthur Hayes predicts Bitcoin could surge to $110,000 due to the Federal Reserve’s shift toward quantitative easing but may later test support at $76,500. While he remains bullish in the long term, other analysts warn of potential short-term volatility.

Ethereum's $1 Trillion Loss: The Mistake of Moving to Proof-of-Stake

The transition of Ethereum to Proof-of-Stake was a controversial move, which, according to Meltem Demirors, weakened the network and led to a loss of $1 trillion. Despite reducing energy consumption, this shift contributed to the spread of layer-two solutions and increased risks for Ethereum users and applications.

Full Audit of Tether’s $118 Billion USDT Reserves: What’s at Stake?

Tether's decision to undergo a full audit by a Big Four firm aims to address long-standing concerns about the backing of its USDT stablecoin, potentially increasing transparency and investor confidence. The outcome of the audit will be crucial in determining whether Tether can prove that its 118 billion USDT tokens are fully backed by real assets.

MegaETH Public Testnet: How the New Rollup Accelerates Ethereum

MegaETH's public testnet demonstrates significant advancements in scalability, achieving 20,000 TPS with plans to reach 100,000 TPS. The implementation of parallel execution, efficient state synchronization, and optimizations in storage and bytecode compilation set the stage for a promising Ethereum Layer 2 solution.