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Bitcoin hits $106K amid heightened hopes of US Reserve status

Update (Dec. 16 at 12:40 am UTC: This article has been updated to include comments from Satoshi Action Fund CEO Dennis Porter, US Federal Reserve interest rate cut predictions and Bitcoin’s price rise to $106,000. Bitcoin’s price rallied nearly 5% in a day …

Bitcoin miners as energy buyers, explained

What are Bitcoin miners as energy buyers? Bitcoin miners can work as dynamic energy buyers with the flexibility to adjust consumption according to energy supply and demand using sophisticated energy management strategies.  First things first, you need to …

National Bitcoin Reserve Initiative: MP Satoshi Hamada Urges Japan To Take Action

In a notable development for the cryptocurrency landscape, Japanese Member of Parliament Satoshi Hamada has urged his government to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, aligning Japan with a growing global trend where nations like the United States are …

VanEck predicts 2025 bull market with Bitcoin at $180K, altcoins to fall 60%

VanEck predicts strong crypto growth in 2025, with Bitcoin reaching $180,000 and Ethereum surpassing $6,000. The firm expects market dips mid-year but forecasts a recovery by late 2025. Growing institutional adoption, government Bitcoin reserves, …

Texas Lawmaker Files Bill to Establish Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

Republican State Representative Giovanni Capriglione has officially filed to create a strategic Bitcoin (BTC) reserve for Texas. According to him, the bill is meant to enhance fiscal stability while solidifying the state’s leadership in digital innovation. …

Japan Lawmakers Calls for Adoption of Bitcoin Reserves and DOGE Policy Innovation

Japan is the latest country facing calls to explore the feasibility of establishing a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR). This proposal comes as global interest in Bitcoin reserves gains momentum, particularly following Donald Trump’s election victory in the …

Texas Bitcoin Reserve Bill Includes 5-Year Mandatory HODL Provision

KEY POINTS If the bill passes, Texas residents will be allowed to 'voluntarily donate Bitcoin' to the reserve fund The bill states that Texas will not be allowed to sell or convert its $BTC reserves for at least 5 years Texas is widely recognized …

Texas House introduces bill to establish a strategic bitcoin reserve

Legislation was introduced in the Texas House of Representatives on Thursday to establish a strategic bitcoin reserve, which could serve as a proving ground for the U.S. Treasury. The proposed bill would enable the state to start building a strategic …

Texas Resident Sentenced to Two Years for Bitcoin Tax Fraud

A Texas resident, Frank Richard Ahlgren III, received a two-year prison sentence for filing false tax returns.  The tax filings misrepresented the capital gains he earned from selling $3.7 million in Bitcoin. A Case Falsifying Crypto Profits Court records …

Satoshi-era Bitcoin buyer sentenced to two years for tax fraud

Frank Richard Ahlgren III, an early Bitcoin investor from Texas, has been sentenced to two years in prison for tax fraud.  According to the Department of Justice, Ahlgren underreported $3.7 million in Bitcoin (BTC) capital gains on his 2017 tax return and …

Bitcoin’s $19.8B options expiry is coming up — What does it mean for BTC price?

Bitcoin (BTC) investors are bracing for the $19.8 billion options expiry scheduled for Dec. 27 at 8:00 am UTC. The recent rally above $100,000 has caught bearish investors off guard, creating an opportunity for bullish traders to capitalize and potentially …

VanEck Predicts New ATH For Bitcoin, Ethereum & Solana In 2025

VanEck, an asset management firm, has projected that Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana will reach new all-time highs (ATH) in 2025. The firm’s December 13 report outlined key market trends and predicted a cryptocurrency bull cycle peaking in the first quarter …

Austin man gets 2 years for lying about $3.7M in Bitcoin sales

The Department of Justice announced on Thursday that an Austin man has been sentenced to two years in prison for filing a tax return that falsely underreported the capital gains he earned from selling $3.7 million in bitcoins.  According to court documents …

VanEck Predicts Bitcoin at $180,000 and Ethereum at $6,000 in 2025

Investment firm VanEck anticipates a bullish cryptocurrency market in 2025, projecting Bitcoin to peak at $180,000, Ethereum to surpass $6,000, and Solana to climb beyond $500.  The firm also projects SUI to reach $10 in an impending altcoin season VanEck …

Riot Platforms Strengthens Bitcoin Reserves with $510 Million Purchase

Bitcoin miner Riot Platforms has significantly expanded its BTC holdings. As of December 12, it acquired 5,117 BTC for $510 million. This purchase, at an average price of $99,669 per Bitcoin, brings Riot’s total holdings to 16,728 BTC. The acquisition was …

Potential Shift to AI Sends Bitcoin Miner’s Stock Up 10%

An activist investor took a sizable stake in Riot Platforms and reportedly wants to push it toward AI data centers. Shares of Riot Platforms (NASDAQ:RIOT) were moving higher Friday after the news broke that the Bitcoin mining firm could be expanding …

VanEck foresees $180k Bitcoin by Q1 2025 in dual-peak bull market

VanEck projected significant developments for the crypto industry in 2025, ranging from a dual-peaked bull market to the US adopting Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset. The firm’s 2025 predictions report envisions milestones that could redefine the role …

Satoshi Era Bitcoin Investor Gets 2 Years in Prison for Tax Evasion

A Satoshi era Bitcoin investor has been sentenced to two years in federal prison. The allegations include falsifying tax returns to underreport gains from BTC sales totaling $4 million. Bitcoin Investor Under Scrutiny Court records reveal that Frank …

Bill seeks to create bitcoin reserve in Texas

D-Central Technologies: Pioneering Pleb Mining Amid Bitcoin’s Historic Surge

D-Central unveils Antminer Slim, Loki, and Pivotal Editions, empowering pleb miners as Bitcoin surges past $106,000 amid historic adoption. LAVAL, QC, CANADA, December 15, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Bitcoin shatters the $106,000 barrier, …

The Mansion Society Introduces the First 'Experiential Token' Connecting Lifestyle and Technology

LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, December 15, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Mansion Society, co-founded by Victoria Fuller, CEO of Rogue Bunnies, and Joelle Paul-Cook, Ph.D., is proud to unveil its next-generation economic model with the …

Helibytes Sdn. Bhd. Joins EasyDMARC’s MSP Program to Enhance Email Security and Deliverability for Clients

ZOETERMEER, NETHERLANDS, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EasyDMARC, a vendor of the cloud-native email security and deliverability platform, announced today a strategic partnership with Helibytes Sdn Bhd, a leading managed service …

Rising Contactless Payments: A Key Driver Transforming the Point Of Sale Market 2024

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Art Legacy Auction Highlights Masterpieces by Warhol, Perez, and Max in G8 Auctions Epic Holiday Curation

Art Legacy Auction Highlights Masterpieces by Warhol, Perez, and Max in G8 Auctions Epic Holiday Curation ROCHELLE PARK, NJ, UNITED STATES, December 15, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Auction Date: Wednesday, December 18th, at 1 PM EST G8 …

Discover Exceptional Art Online: G8 Auctions Features Premier Lots at the Linda Matney Gallery Auction

Discover Exceptional Art Online: G8 Auctions Features Premier Lots at the Linda Matney Gallery Auction ROCHELLE PARK, NJ, UNITED STATES, December 15, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Auction Date: Tuesday, December 17th at 7 PM EST In the heart of …

PA Home Solutions Earns Recognition as a Leading "Sell My House Fast" Company in Pennsylvania

PA Home Solutions simplifies home sales with reliable, tailored solutions, earning trust across Pennsylvania's fast-paced real estate market. LANCASTER, PA, UNITED STATES, December 15, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pennsylvania’s dynamic real …

Mark Gilbert of ATN Discusses the Future of the Used Car Industry on Auto Remarketing Podcast

SCOTTSDALE, AZ, UNITED STATES, December 15, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mark Gilbert, an esteemed figure in the automotive industry and CEO at Automotive Training Network (ATN), was featured on the latest edition of the Auto Remarketing Podcast, …

Crown Wealth Strategies Welcomes Kristin Hermosillo as a Financial Professional, Expanding Client Services in Tucson, AZ

EL PASO, TX, UNITED STATES, December 15, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Crown Wealth Strategies is proud to announce that Kristin Hermosillo has transitioned into the role of Financial Professional, further enhancing the firm’s commitment to …

Long-term Financing and Partnership-Based Solutions for Water and Sanitation Infrastructure with a Focus on the PPP ...

Time of Event 9:00–18:00 Japan Standard Time Summary Access to clean water and safe sanitation is one of the most critical infrastructure issues in Asia. Water and sanitation infrastructure faces hurdles such as limited technical capacity, overdependence …

Australian Venture Builder Hampton Capital Wins Coveted UNSW Innovation Funding

SYDNEY, Australia, Dec. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hampton Capital Asset Management is proud to announce its appointment and selection for the UNSW TRaCE (Translational Research and Commercialisation Experience) Venture Funding Programme, a pioneering …

DKBitex Announces First-Ever DKBC Token Burn, Reinforcing Commitment to Value and Innovation

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Dec. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DKBitex, Dubai's pioneering advanced cryptocurrency exchange, is excited to announce its inaugural token burn for its native platform token, DKBC. This strategic initiative reflects DKBitex …

G8 Auctions Presents "One of a Kind Cards" Auction: A Historic Collection of Legendary Sports Memorabilia

G8 Auctions Presents "One of a Kind Cards" Auction: A Historic Collection of Legendary Sports Memorabilia featuring 1904 Tip Top Weekly Magazine! ROCHELLE PARK, NJ, UNITED STATES, December 14, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- G8Auctions …

Houzeo Continues to Transform Real Estate, Adds Home Search Tools

Houzeo’s new feature allows home shoppers to view listings, search for homes, and shortlist them on the go. CONCORD, NC, UNITED STATES, December 14, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Houzeo, America’s Real Estate Super App, just launched a feature to …

Bank Al Yousr Crowned Leader in Islamic Corporate Banking Excellence in Morocco by the Global Brand Frontier Awards 2024

Bank Al Yousr Wins Prestigious “Excellence in Islamic Corporate Banking – Morocco, 2024” from the Global Brand Frontier Awards by Boston Brand Research & Media. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, December 14, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bank Al Yousr …

Soland Empowers Investors with Comprehensive Support for Spain Golden Visa Acquisition

Spain’s Golden Visa offers investors a gateway to Europe with residency, business opportunities, and an exceptional quality of life. DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, December 14, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spain’s Golden Visa program stands …

$TOCKHOLDER ALERT: The M&A Class Action Firm Is Investigating the Merger - KANT, HURA, PDCO, and ML

NEW YORK, Dec. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Monteverde & Associates PC (the “M&A Class Action Firm”), has recovered millions of dollars for shareholders and is recognized as a Top 50 Firm by ISS Securities Class Action Services Report. We are …

Everstake introduces SDK for seamless BTC staking integration in Web3 products

KYIV, Ukraine, Dec. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Everstake, one of the world’s leading staking providers and blockchain solution developers, is proud to unveil its new SDK for BTC staking. The SDK simplifies the integration of this novel functionality into …

CloudDefense.AI CEO Anshu shares Strategies for Securing Businesses in Complex Cloud Environments

PALO ALTO, CA, UNITED STATES, December 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CloudDefense.AI continues to lead the conversation on cloud security with valuable insights from its CEO, Anshu Bansal, who was recently featured in Forbes. In his latest …

New Alcohol Rehab in Orange County Opened by Harmony Junction Recovery

Harmony Junction Recovery opens a new alcohol rehab in Orange County, providing personalized, effective treatment. ORANGE COUNTY, CA, UNITED STATES, December 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Harmony Junction Recovery, a leader in addiction …