In an investor note dated April 15, 2025, Bitwise’s Chief Investment Officer, Matt Hougan, analyzed Bitcoin’s recent price movements, noting that it seems poised for growth despite macroeconomic challenges. On April 14, Bitcoin traded at around $84,379, showing a slight increase from the previous month, even amid significant geopolitical events such as the U.S. establishing ...
At Google Cloud Next 2025, held in Las Vegas, Google Cloud emphasized its commitment to providing customers with choices in AI adoption. The company’s promise is clear: “You tell us how, and we’ll deliver.” Instead of competing directly with rivals like AWS and Azure, Google focuses on offering robust infrastructure while allowing customers to select ...
Federal agencies are set to report their Bitcoin and cryptocurrency holdings to the Treasury Secretary as part of a new directive from President Trump. Currently, the US government holds about 198,012 Bitcoin, valued at around $16 billion, along with other cryptocurrencies like Ethereum and BNB. The executive order established a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve aimed at ...
Cryptocurrency prices have experienced significant fluctuations since Donald Trump’s election win, driven by investor optimism and recent economic challenges. Despite the price drop, Michael Saylor, co-founder of Strategy and a well-known Bitcoin advocate, believes that Bitcoin could skyrocket by 15,810% by 2045. He points to Bitcoin’s current small share of global wealth and suggests a ...
Eric Trump recently took to social media to express his strong support for Bitcoin, stating it might be the right time to invest. He boldly predicted that Bitcoin could hit $1 million and suggested that more governments might adopt it in the future. His comments come at a time when Bitcoin is trading around $97,700, ...
Cryptocurrency investors are optimistic about 2025, with expectations of a “super cycle” for Bitcoin possibly driven by Donald Trump’s return to the White House and his support for pro-Bitcoin policies. After a significant 145% price increase in 2024, where Bitcoin peaked at $108,350, analysts from Bitkub believe Trump’s administration could boost Market confidence. However, challenges ...
Bitcoin’s future is not about replacing the traditional financial system or failing completely; it’s evolving into a versatile financial technology that serves various needs. While some people view it as an alternative currency or digital gold, others see its potential in countries facing economic challenges. For instance, nations like El Salvador and Argentina are adopting ...
Inflation in Russia has surged to its highest level in almost a year, primarily due to military spending and increased food prices. The Central Bank has raised interest rates dramatically from 7.5% in July 2023 to 21%, aiming to tackle this inflation crisis. As of December 2023, annual inflation is at 9.7%, with food costs ...
In 2017, SWIFT cut off North Korea’s last banks to limit its nuclear ambitions, but the country still finds ways to earn foreign currency. North Korea engages in smuggling coal and minerals, sending workers abroad, and cyber theft. With China as a key player, North Korea smuggles goods disguised as trash and uses overseas workers ...
Vancouver City Council has approved a motion aimed at making the city more supportive of Bitcoin. Mayor Ken Sim is pushing for this change to help protect the city’s financial stability against inflation. He believes incorporating Bitcoin into the city’s finances could be beneficial and has even promised to donate $10,000 worth of Bitcoin to ...
