Workers in Brazil could receive part of their salaries in Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies if the National Congress approves a new bill that seeks to regulate this form of payment. The proposal, identified as PL 957/2025, was presented by Deputy Luiz Philippe de Orléans-Braganza and raises the possibility of employers and employees agreeing to the […]
US Inflation Slows in February, Bitcoin Surpasses $84,000
Inflation in the United States showed signs of moderation in February, with consumer prices rising 0.2 percent compared to January, according to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) data released on Wednesday. On an annual basis, inflation fell to 2.8 percent, down from 3 percent the previous month. Following the release of the report, Bitcoin reacted […]
Mark Carney will be the new Prime Minister of Canada: What does this mean for Bitcoin?
Mark Carney, former governor of the Bank of England and the Bank of Canada, is about to become the next Prime Minister of Canada. However, his rise does not seem to be good news for Bitcoin (BTC), as he has been a constant critic of cryptocurrencies. On March 9, Carney won a resounding victory with […]
IMF Demands El Salvador Prohibit Bitcoin Accumulation in the Public Sector
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has called for new restrictions on Bitcoin purchases by El Salvador’s public sector as part of an expanded $1.4 billion financing agreement with the country. On March 3, the IMF issued a new request under this agreement, presenting several documents, including an update to the staff statement and a statement […]
Bitcoin ETFs Experience Record $1 Billion Outflows on Worst Day Yet
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs faced their most significant outflows on Tuesday as Bitcoin dropped below $88,000, triggering the largest single-day capital flight in the history of these investment vehicles. Fidelity’s FBTC was the hardest hit, followed closely by BlackRock’s ETF. Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the U.S. endured a sharp sell-off on Tuesday as […]
Bitcoin Reaches Low of $88,000 as Investors Shun Risk
Bitcoin (BTC) is falling sharply to reach lows of the beginning of November, leaving behind the bull run that boosted Donald Trump’s victory as a series of factors are causing risk-averse sentiment among investors. The largest and longest-standing cryptocurrency declined just over 8% in a 24-hour period on Tuesday morning (EDT) to trade at a […]
Nasdaq Files Form 19b-4 for Canary Capital’s HBAR ETF Spot
Nasdaq has filed Form 19b-4 with the SEC to seek approval for the listing and trading of Canary Capital’s HBAR ETF spot. This investment fund aims to replicate the spot price of HBAR, currently the 21st largest crypto asset by market capitalization. This filing follows the October launch of the first HBAR Trust in the […]
SEC May Drop Its Appeal Against Ripple: John Reed Stark
The regulatory landscape for cryptocurrencies in the US is shifting, and a potential change in the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) position could reshape the industry. John Reed Stark, former Director of the SEC’s Office of Internet Enforcement, has warned that the agency may drop its appeal against Ripple Labs, a move that could have […]
Tether Meets with US Lawmakers to Discuss Stablecoin Regulations, Says CEO Paolo Ardoino
Tether is working to align its robust operations with legislative frameworks while maintaining its leadership position in the market. According to Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino, the company is actively collaborating with US lawmakers to help shape future stablecoin regulations. Ardoino, speaking to FOX Business journalist Eleanor Terrett, emphasized Tether’s commitment to ensuring that its voice […]
The SEC Recognizes Four More Solana Spot ETF Applications in a Single Day
The SEC accepted several ETF applications related to Solana on Tuesday, increasing the likelihood of their approval. While ETF experts believe that Litecoin or Dogecoin ETFs are more likely to gain approval, the SEC appears to be prioritizing Solana. The most decisive factor for ETF approval is whether the SEC classifies a token as a […]