Category: crypto

Pantera Capital’s Bitcoin Fund has grown over 1,000x since its launch in 2013, now valued at $97,392 per Bitcoin. Pantera CEO Dan Morehead predicts Bitcoin’s market cap could reach $15 trillion, with the price potentially hitting $740,000 per coin. Morehead highlights Bitcoin’s potential to reshape the global economy through financial inclusion and blockchain technology.

Ripple Labs donated $25 million to the Fairshake political action committee (PAC), bringing the total raised to $103 million. The fund will support pro-crypto candidates in the 2026 midterm elections, with other firms like Coinbase and a16z also contributing. The donations aim to increase influence for the crypto industry in Washington.

Stock prices surged as Rumble and Jiva Technologies invested in Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation. This move reflects growing corporate confidence in cryptocurrency as a way to navigate economic uncertainties.

Cardano’s Charles Hoskinson aims to enhance Bitcoin’s innovation by adding a DeFi layer to its foundational code. This will enable a DeFi-enabled Bitcoin ecosystem, bringing new possibilities and advancements to the cryptocurrency space.

XRPL developers have released a server update to address a recent network outage that disrupted node operations. The issue was caused by a missing ledger, impacting various node types. The update aims to prevent similar problems in the future and includes enhancements such as Multi-Purpose Tokens and Clawback support for AMMs.

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the UK reported that crypto ownership among adults has increased to 12%, with awareness reaching 93%. The average value of holdings rose to £1,842 per person. The FCA is working on a regulatory framework for digital assets, aiming to foster transparency and consumer trust.

US Bitcoin mining operations are facing delays due to CBP holding Bitmain Antminer shipments at ports. The detained equipment includes essential ASICs, causing delays of up to two months and holding fees exceeding $200,000. The CBP is reportedly acting at the request of the FCC due to national security concerns related to Bitmain’s ties to…

WisdomTree has filed for a trust entity in Delaware to launch an XRP-focused ETF, expanding institutional access to digital assets. XRP’s price reacted positively, up almost 7% to $1.47. Regulatory hurdles remain due to Ripple’s legal dispute with the SEC. Other firms are also seeking approval for crypto ETFs to meet institutional demand.

The crypto market hit a new all-time high of nearly $3.5 trillion, led by Bitcoin due to institutional capital influx. Altcoins excluding Ethereum also reached a three-year high. Bitcoin peaked at $99,334 before a slight drop to $95,611. Institutional demand has absorbed selling pressure, but a correction is expected.

Solana-based memecoin launchpad Pump.fun has indefinitely paused its live stream feature due to inappropriate activity on the platform. The team has doubled human moderators, invested in automated moderation systems, and plans to bring back the feature once the infrastructure is ready. The platform has faced backlash for extreme challenges by creators.