The news was confirmed by company CEO CEO Rick Wurster Charles Schwab could introduce spot Bitcoin trading for customers as early as April 2026, according to the firm’s most recent statements from CEO Rick Wurster. The firm has seen interest in crypto spike with a reported 400% rise in traffic to its digital assets web
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Department of Homeland Security Sued for Not Revealing Satoshi Nakamoto
Crypto attorney James Murphy believes the government knows Satoshi’s true identity A lawsuit has been filed against the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) by crypto attorney James Murphy, who is demanding records that could reveal whether the agency knows the identity of Bitcoin’s creator, Satoshi Nakamoto. The case hinges on comments made in 2019
Bitcoin-Stacking Firm Metaplanet Adds Eric Trump To Board of Advisers
The company expect President Donald Trump’s son to help it guide its mission Metaplanet, a Bitcoin-focused investment firm, has announced the addition of Eric Trump to its newly formed strategic board of advisers. The move is part of the company’s broader plan to position itself as a major force in the Bitcoin economy, with Trump
A Sole Bitcoin Miner Captures Mining Reward Using a Basic Mining Rig
The miner earned $263,000 with a relatively simple Bitaxe mining machine A solo Bitcoin miner has recently achieved a remarkable feat by using a basic mining rig to capture a full mining reward worth $263,000. This miner, who used a small, affordable 480-gigahash per second (GH/s) Bitaxe machine, solved a block in the blockchain and
US Commerce Secretary Suggests Government Considering Bitcoin-Only Reserve
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick expects the government to advance crypto support The US government is considering establishing a strategic Bitcoin reserve, with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick confirming that plans will be unveiled at the upcoming White House Crypto Summit tomorrow. The proposal, led by the Trump administration, aims to give Bitcoin a central role in
Bitcoin Quantum-Resistance Reportedly Closer With Microsoft Chip
Microsoft claims to be able to help better secure crypto with its new technology Microsoft’s latest quantum computing chip, Majorana 1, has sparked discussions about Bitcoin’s preparedness for a potential quantum threat. According to Bitcoin exchange River, this new development could accelerate the timeline for making Bitcoin quantum-resistant. 1 million qubits can potentially crack a
The Bitcoin-To Gold-Ratio Has Hit A New All-Time High
Bitcoin continues its latest meteoric rise, taking on the strength of gold The Bitcoin-to-gold ratio has reached a new all-time high, reflecting Bitcoin’s increasing purchasing power compared to gold. On December 16, the ratio climbed to 40 ounces of gold per Bitcoin as Bitcoin’s price surged above $106,000 for the first time. Meanwhile, gold was
Alabama Auditor Thinks Now’s The Right Time To Get Into Cryptocurrency
The recent surge in Bitcoin has more people talking about investing Alabama State Auditor Andrew Sorrell has expressed optimism about the potential benefits of cryptocurrency for the state, calling it an opportune moment to embrace digital assets. In a recent interview, Sorrell, a long-time crypto advocate, proposed the idea of creating a state Bitcoin reserve
Virgin Voyages’ New Annual Pass Program To Accept Crypto Payments
The company claims to be the first cruise line to accept crypto for its operations Virgin Voyages has unveiled its latest innovation in the cruise industry: an Annual Pass program launching in 2025, which will allow customers to pay using cryptocurrency. This makes Virgin Voyages the first cruise line to integrate Bitcoin payments into its
Coinbase Drops Wrapped Bitcoin Coverage in December
The exchange doesn’t feel the Bitcoin offshoot is meeting its obligations Coinbase has announced it will halt trading of Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) on December 19, 2024, due to the token no longer meeting its listing standards. This decision affects all trading on Coinbase platforms, including Advanced Trade, Coinbase Exchange, and Coinbase Prime. Users will still
Bitfinity Network To Create Ethereum Virtual Machine-Compatible DeFi Solution
Polychain and others have provided $12 million in funding to support the initiative The Bitfinity Network, a Bitcoin layer-2 (L2) protocol, has launched with a vision to bridge the gap between Bitcoin and decentralized finance (DeFi). Backed by $12 million in funding, the initiative aims to create Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)-compatible DeFi functionality for Bitcoin
Man Behind QAnon Documentary May Unmask the Real Satoshi in New Program
Cullen Hoback is airing a new Bitcoin-based documentary on HBO Cullen Hoback, the filmmaker known for his investigative HBO series “Q: Into the Storm,” has hinted at uncovering one of the most elusive mysteries of the digital age: the identity of Bitcoin’s creator, Satoshi Nakamoto. His new documentary, titled “Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery,” is