Granite Protocol Unlocks Bitcoin Liquidity with Non-Custodial Stablecoin Loans

Granite lets you borrow stablecoins against your Bitcoin — without giving up custody. Built on Stacks, it's a DeFi gamechanger for BTC holders and stablecoin yield seekers.

The New American Dream: Why 0.1 Bitcoin May Matter More Than Owning a House

Crypto leaders say owning 0.1 BTC may soon surpass homeownership as a measure of financial success. Here’s why younger generations are embracing Bitcoin over real estate.

BJP Leader Proposes Bitcoin Reserve to Boost India’s Financial Resilience

BJP’s Pradeep Bhandari suggests adding Bitcoin to India’s sovereign reserves, citing inflation, energy potential, and global digital competition.

DeXe Protocol Fixes Broken DAO Governance With Incentives and AI-Ready Infrastructure

DeFi governance is broken. DeXe offers a reward-driven, expert-weighted system that empowers DAOs and lays the foundation for decentralized AI.

Zcash Builds Through Chaos: Tor Support, NEAR Swaps, and a Privacy-First Future

Zcash updates its Zashi wallet with Tor and NEAR support amid personal and global turbulence. The team shares raw reflections, tech wins, and community momentum.

Mastercard and Chainlink Let 3 Billion Users Buy Crypto Onchain

Chainlink and Mastercard partner to enable direct onchain crypto purchases for over 3 billion users using standard credit cards.

Bitcoin Dominance Surges to 62% in 2025 — What It Means for Altcoin Season

Bitcoin is regaining crypto market share as dominance hits 62%. Institutional flows favor BTC, delaying a new altcoin season.

Adam Back Calls Bitcoin Treasury Investing the New Altseason

Blockstream CEO Adam Back urges investors to shift from altcoins to Bitcoin and Bitcoin-treasury stocks like MicroStrategy and Metaplanet.

Max Keiser Predicts $800K Bitcoin Amid Japanese Bond Market Crisis

Max Keiser forecasts Bitcoin to reach $800,000 as Japan’s bond market teeters on collapse. Here's how a global financial unraveling could trigger the next BTC bull run.

Bitcoin Drops Below $100K as Iran Strait of Hormuz Tensions Rattle Crypto Markets

Geopolitical tensions over the Strait of Hormuz send Bitcoin tumbling to $99K. Here’s how oil, war fears, and diplomacy are shaking up the crypto world.

Japan’s Metaplanet Buys 1,111 Bitcoin During Market Crash — $117M Bet on BTC

Tokyo-listed Metaplanet just bought 1,111 Bitcoin amid geopolitical turmoil, growing its crypto holdings to 11,111 BTC. Here's why Japan is warming up to Bitcoin.

Robert Kiyosaki Says Bitcoin Will Hit $1 Million — Here's Why

Robert Kiyosaki predicts Bitcoin at $1M by 2030. Discover why he’s ditching fiat, rejecting job security, and urging a new generation to go all-in on hard assets.

Prenetics Buys $20M in Bitcoin, Adds Ex-OKEx COO, and Unveils Aggressive Treasury Strategy

Healthcare firm Prenetics becomes the first in its industry to adopt a bold Bitcoin strategy — securing $20M in BTC and adding ex-OKEx COO to the board.

Bitcoin DeFi Is Booming — Layer 2s, Yield, and Real-World Impact

At Bitcoin 2025, developers unveiled a bold vision: Bitcoin as the foundation of a new decentralized financial system. From staking to lending, DeFi is unlocking BTC’s power.

Nathan Cho Joins TeraHash as Head of Legal — A New Era for Decentralized Bitcoin Mining

TeraHash appoints crypto legal veteran Nathan Cho to scale its tokenized mining model globally. Here's what it means for the future of compliant, on-chain Bitcoin mining.

Canada Approves First Spot XRP ETF — A Major Win for Crypto Investors

Canada becomes the first country to approve a spot XRP ETF, launching XRPP on TSX. Here’s what it means for global crypto regulation, investors, and Ripple.

Paradigm Defends Roman Storm in Tornado Cash Case That Could Decide the Future of Open-Source Crypto Code

Paradigm files legal brief supporting Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm, arguing U.S. prosecutors are trying to criminalize code. Here’s why this case could redefine DeFi and software development.

Synthetix Abandons Layer 2, Refocuses on Ethereum Mainnet

Synthetix is ending its L2 journey on Arbitrum and Base to relaunch a native perps exchange on Ethereum Layer 1. Here’s why the OG DeFi protocol is betting on Mainnet.

What Is a Good Cryptocurrency in 2025? Here’s What Actually Matters

In 2025, the best cryptocurrencies go beyond hype. We break down decentralization, speed, scalability, governance, and economic design — and who’s winning in each category.

Hex Trust Integrates sBTC on Stacks for Institutional Bitcoin DeFi

Hex Trust launches institutional custody support for sBTC on Stacks, unlocking DeFi yield and smart contract access for Bitcoin. A new era of compliant Bitcoin finance begins.

Roman Storm’s Trial: Tornado Cash, Privacy, and the Future of DeFi Developers

Roman Storm faces trial for building Tornado Cash. The case could set legal precedent for privacy, open-source code, and DeFi innovation.

Charles Hoskinson Proposes Swapping $100M in ADA for Bitcoin and Stablecoins to Boost Cardano DeFi

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson wants to swap $100M in ADA for Bitcoin and stablecoins to jumpstart DeFi growth. His proposal sparks debate on price impact, governance, and Cardano’s future.

SEC Withdraws Gensler-Era Proposals Targeting DeFi and Crypto Custody

The SEC has officially withdrawn DeFi and crypto custody proposals pushed by Gary Gensler, signaling a regulatory reset under new Chair Paul Atkins.

Blockticity Launches Avalanche Blockchain to Authenticate $1.2B in Global Trade

Blockticity has launched a Layer 1 blockchain using AvaCloud to replace paper COAs with tamper-proof certificates, tracking $1.2B in global goods.

JZXN Launches “Thousand Coins Plan” with Convertible Bonds to Buy Bitcoin

Chinese EV company JZXN is buying Bitcoin via convertible bonds, launching its “Thousand Coins Plan” with a goal of holding 1,000 BTC as a strategic reserve.

Robert Kiyosaki Buys More Bitcoin, Predicts $250K Amid Global Instability

Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, has increased his Bitcoin holdings and warns of economic collapse, inflation, and central bank failures.

De-Dollarization Accelerates in Asia as Countries Shift to Local Currencies

De-dollarization is gaining traction in Asia with ASEAN and BRICS pushing for local currency trade. Dollar reserve share drops to 57.8% as regional finance realigns.

Arthur Hayes Says Bank of Japan Might Restart QE and Ignite Bitcoin Rally

Arthur Hayes believes the Bank of Japan’s possible return to quantitative easing could trigger a surge in Bitcoin and other risk assets.

AI Buzz Just Beat Crypto on Socials — Here’s Why It Matters for Web3

AI has officially overtaken crypto as the most discussed topic online. But this isn’t the end for Web3 — it’s the start of the AI + blockchain fusion. Slug: ai-overtakes-crypto

Tether to Open-Source Bitcoin Mining OS and Democratize Hash Power

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino announces plans to open-source its Bitcoin Mining Operating System, enabling small miners to compete and boosting network security.

Bitcoin Has Fewer Wallets Than Ethereum and Dogecoin — Here’s Why

Bitcoin leads in price, but Ethereum and Dogecoin dominate in wallet adoption. Learn what wallet counts reveal about real crypto usage in 2025.

Bitcoin Enters Summer Lull as Volatility Hits One-Year Low

Bitcoin trades between $100K–$110K with record-low volatility. Traders delay bullish bets until Q3 as the market awaits a breakout or macro catalyst.

Robert Kiyosaki Warns of Civil War and Economic Collapse — Urges Shift to Bitcoin, Gold, Silver

Robert Kiyosaki says civil unrest and a financial crisis are here. His advice? Exit fiat. Save gold, silver, and Bitcoin. Here’s what he means and why it matters. Slug: robert-kiyosaki-civil-war-crypto-warning

Europe Considers Bitcoin Ban, Ripple Challenges SWIFT, and US Crypto Matures

EU regulators may criminalize Bitcoin, Ripple is launching RLUSD to replace SWIFT, and U.S. markets show crypto maturity with ETF filings and stablecoin IPOs.

Trump Plans to Replace Fed Chair Powell Early — Here’s How Crypto Could React

Donald Trump wants to remove Fed Chair Jerome Powell ahead of schedule, a move that could destabilize markets and ignite a crypto rally. Bitcoin and altcoins are already reacting.

Tim Draper Predicts $250K Bitcoin in 2025, Warns Dollar Could Collapse

Venture capitalist Tim Draper says Bitcoin will reach $250K and possibly go "infinite" against the U.S. dollar. Here's why institutions, regulation, and tech upgrades support his bold thesis.

Switzerland Joins Global Crypto Tax Network, Unveils Major Bank Reforms

Switzerland to share crypto tax data with 74 countries by 2027 under OECD rules, while rolling out strict post–Credit Suisse reforms to stabilize banking.

Bitcoin ETF Holdings Down 23% in Q1 2025 — But Institutions Are Still Bullish

Institutional Bitcoin ETF holdings fell 23% in Q1 2025, but major players like BlackRock continue to accumulate BTC. Here’s what it really means.

ALEX DeFi Suspends All Operations After Hack, Shakes Bitcoin DeFi

ALEX, the top DeFi platform on Stacks, was hacked and shut down operations. Here’s what happened, how CEXs are helping, and why Bitcoin DeFi isn’t as secure as you think.

CoinFlip Eyes $1 Billion Sale Amid Bitcoin ATM Boom and Crypto M&A Surge

Bitcoin ATM giant CoinFlip is reportedly exploring a $1B sale. Learn why its real-world crypto infrastructure is attracting buyers in 2025’s hottest M&A season.

California Passes AB1052 to Protect Dormant Bitcoin — No More Forced Liquidation

AB1052 ensures California crypto holders don’t lose Bitcoin to forced liquidation. Instead, the BTC is preserved and held until reclaimed.

Vitalik Buterin Compares Ethereum and Bitcoin: Strengths, Challenges, and the Future of Crypto

Vitalik Buterin admits Bitcoin’s edge in decentralization while highlighting Ethereum’s DeFi and innovation strengths. What it means for crypto investors in 2025.

Why Bitcoin Still Dominates as Altcoins Stall in 2025

Bitcoin’s rising dominance, institutional demand, and investor caution are sidelining altcoins. Matrixport data reveals why BTC is still the safest play.

Elon Musk Edges Toward Bitcoin Maximalism Amid U.S. Debt Crisis

As U.S. debt surges, Elon Musk shifts closer to Bitcoin maximalism—echoing concerns about fiat collapse and signaling potential BTC integration at Tesla and X.

Robert Kiyosaki Predicts 2025 Crash, Backs Bitcoin, Gold, and Silver

Robert Kiyosaki warns of a historic crash in summer 2025. He urges investors to exit traditional assets and buy Bitcoin, gold, and silver to protect their wealth.

BlackRock Bitcoin ETF IBIT Hits Top 25 as Firm Adds Ethereum

BlackRock’s IBIT becomes a top 25 U.S. ETF with $72.4B AUM. The firm sells Bitcoin and adds $69M in Ethereum, signaling a new era of institutional crypto diversification.

Ethereum Foundation Launches Protocol Team to Accelerate Scaling and UX Upgrades

The Ethereum Foundation has formed a new “Protocol” unit to streamline development across Layer 1 scaling, blob space optimization, and user experience.

U.S. Banks Begin Cautious Crypto Entry Through Pilots and Partnerships

Major U.S. banks are testing crypto services through custody pilots, partnerships, and stablecoin initiatives, while awaiting clear regulatory guidance.

Tim Draper: The U.S. Dollar Is Dying, Bitcoin Will Dominate Retail Transactions

Tim Draper predicts the extinction of the U.S. dollar, arguing that Bitcoin will become the dominant medium of exchange as fiat currencies collapse.

EIP-7702 Exploit Drains $9M as Hackers Target Ethereum Wallets

A critical flaw in Ethereum’s EIP-7702 has enabled crypto theft gangs to steal over $9 million. Here’s how the exploit works and what devs are doing now.

Robert Kiyosaki: Even 0.01 Bitcoin Could Make You Rich Amid Crisis

Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki warns of hyperinflation and economic collapse — and says even 0.01 BTC could be life-changing. Here’s why.

Litecoin Launches LitVM Layer-2 to Enable Smart Contracts and DeFi

Litecoin debuts LitVM, a ZK-powered Layer-2 with EVM support, enabling smart contracts, DeFi, NFTs, and tokenized assets on the Litecoin network.

Reform UK Proposes Bitcoin Reserve at Bank of England, Backed by Saylor

Reform UK calls for Bitcoin reserve at the Bank of England and lower crypto taxes. Saylor backs it, sparking debate over the UK's digital finance future.

How sBTC and BTCFi Are Turning Bitcoin Into a Trillion-Dollar Yield Machine

Stacks just unlocked DeFi for Bitcoin with sBTC — a BTC-backed asset powering lending, staking, and smart contracts. Here's how Bitcoin is becoming programmable and profitable.

PSG Confirms Bitcoin Treasury Strategy at Bitcoin 2025

PSG becomes the first elite football club to add Bitcoin to its treasury, marking a major moment for crypto adoption in sports and institutional finance.

Adam Back: It’s Still Early to Buy Bitcoin in 2025

Adam Back reaffirmed that the Bitcoin adoption curve is still in its early stages, particularly for retail investors and companies transitioning to a Bitcoin-centric treasury model. His insights at Bitcoin 2025 underline the growing momentum toward institutional Bitcoin standards and the broader vision of BTC as a core financial infrastructure.

Bitlayer Enables Bitcoin Smart Contracts with Miner Support

Bitlayer partners with top mining pools to launch smart contract functionality on Bitcoin via BitVM—no hard forks, no upgrades, just pure Layer 2 power.

Cantor Fitzgerald Launches $2B Bitcoin Lending Platform

Cantor enters crypto with a $2B Bitcoin Financing Business for institutions, offering BTC-backed loans with Anchorage and Copper custody support.

SOL Strategies Files $1B Raise to Accelerate Solana Growth

SOL Strategies has filed to raise $1B CAD to fund Solana’s ecosystem growth, positioning itself as a key institutional backer of blockchain infrastructure and dApps.

Circle Files for IPO: USDC Stablecoin Hits Wall Street

Circle, issuer of USDC, is going public on the NYSE. Here's how its IPO could reshape crypto finance, boost transparency, and challenge Tether’s dominance.

The Blockchain Group Raises $72M to Buy More Bitcoin — Europe's MicroStrategy Moment?

The Blockchain Group just issued $72 million in convertible bonds to fund its Bitcoin buying spree — joining a growing wave of corporates stacking BTC like it's gold 2.0.

Why a Medical Device Company Is Stacking Bitcoin Like MicroStrategy

Semler Scientific just bought 455 more BTC, bringing its total holdings to over $474M. Here’s why a healthcare tech firm is going full Bitcoin — and what it means for Wall Street.

Base by Coinbase Is About to Get Way Faster — And It’s Coming for Solana

Coinbase’s L2 network Base is rolling out major upgrades: 200ms confirmations, sub-cent fees, Flashblocks, and a path to 1 million TPS. Here’s what it means for Ethereum’s future.

How Bitcoin Finally Earns Yield: From Native Staking to DeFi Vaults

Bitcoin is no longer a passive asset. With tools like Babylon staking, LBTC liquid staking, and Sentora DeFi vaults, BTC holders can now earn real yield — including institutions.

Tether Turns Global: Why the U.S. and Europe Are Losing the Stablecoin Race

As the U.S. and EU tighten rules on stablecoins, Tether is pivoting to emerging markets—betting on billions of unbanked users while Western regulators raise barriers.

DeFi Is Growing Up: Why Identity and Billions in VC Funding Are Reshaping Crypto in 2025

VCs are pouring billions into DeFi infrastructure in 2025 — but this time, it’s not hype. It’s identity, compliance, and zero-knowledge rails like Solana’s new Attestation Service.

Is Sui Decentralized If It Can Freeze $160M? Solana’s Co-Founder Says No

After the $220M CETUS hack on Sui, Solana's Anatoly Yakovenko questions Sui's decentralization claims. Is freezing funds proof of control—or responsible governance?

SoftBank Proposes U.S.-Japan Sovereign Wealth Fund to Supercharge Tech Investment

SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son has proposed a joint U.S.-Japan sovereign wealth fund focused on tech and infrastructure, signaling a new model for cross-border economic cooperation.

JZXN Plans to Buy 1,000 Bitcoin in 12 Months — A Bold Bet on Crypto from China’s Tech Sector

Chinese tech firm JZXN announces plan to acquire 1,000 BTC over the next year via equity issuance and cash purchases, signaling a major pivot into digital assets and blockchain investment.

Stacks Resumes Block Production After Critical Bug Fix — Network Still at Risk Without Node Upgrades

Stacks has restarted block production after fixing a critical mempool bug, but urges node operators to upgrade as instability risks remain.

Pantera Capital Says a U.S. Crypto IPO Boom Is Coming — Here’s Why

Dan Morehead of Pantera Capital predicts a wave of crypto IPOs in 2025 as U.S. regulators ease restrictions and firms like Circle and Figure prepare to go public.

BlackRock’s IBIT ETF Tops U.S. Inflows After Bitcoin Blasts Past $110K

BlackRock’s IBIT Bitcoin ETF pulled in $877M in a single day following Bitcoin’s all-time high rally, surpassing traditional funds like Vanguard’s VOO and confirming growing institutional crypto adoption.