๐ MARA Plans $2B Stock Sale to Buy More Bitcoin! ๐ฅ
The largest U.S. mining firm, MARA Holdings, has filed with the SEC to issue $2B in shares, partnering with major banks like Barclays & BMO. The goal? Buy more Bitcoin and boost working capital.
๐น In July 2024, MARA stopped selling mined BTC and started accumulating instead.
๐น Currently holds 46,374 BTC (~$3.8B)โsecond only to Michael Saylorโs Strategy.
๐น Their long-term strategy? Mine and HODL Bitcoin.
The largest U.S. mining firm, MARA Holdings, has filed with the SEC to issue $2B in shares, partnering with major banks like Barclays & BMO. The goal? Buy more Bitcoin and boost working capital.
๐น In July 2024, MARA stopped selling mined BTC and started accumulating instead.
๐น Currently holds 46,374 BTC (~$3.8B)โsecond only to Michael Saylorโs Strategy.
๐น Their long-term strategy? Mine and HODL Bitcoin.
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๐ค๐ถ Vitalik Enjoying a Robot Dog While ETH Dips
Nothing unusualโVitalik Buterin is happily playing with a robot dog ๐ , seemingly unbothered by Ethereumโs price drop.๐
While the market watches ETH decline, Vitalik is just vibing. Priorities! ๐คท
Nothing unusualโVitalik Buterin is happily playing with a robot dog ๐ , seemingly unbothered by Ethereumโs price drop.๐
While the market watches ETH decline, Vitalik is just vibing. Priorities! ๐คท
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๐ Hut 8 and Eric Trump has announced the launch of American Bitcoin - a new mining company!
The goal is to build the worldโs largest and most efficient Bitcoin mining operation, while developing a strong strategic Bitcoin reserve. ๐ง
Hut 8 will contribute its ASIC miners to the project, taking a majority stake in American Bitcoin.
The goal is to build the worldโs largest and most efficient Bitcoin mining operation, while developing a strong strategic Bitcoin reserve. ๐ง
Hut 8 will contribute its ASIC miners to the project, taking a majority stake in American Bitcoin.
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$2.4B in BTC Withdrawn from Crypto Exchanges ๐ฐ
According to Santiment, over the past week, 30,000 BTC (worth approximately $2.4 billion) have been withdrawn from cryptocurrency exchanges. ๐
This significant outflow could signal that investors are becoming more bullish or prefer holding their assets in private wallets rather than keeping them on exchanges.๐
According to Santiment, over the past week, 30,000 BTC (worth approximately $2.4 billion) have been withdrawn from cryptocurrency exchanges. ๐
This significant outflow could signal that investors are becoming more bullish or prefer holding their assets in private wallets rather than keeping them on exchanges.๐
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๐ ETH Hits 5-Year Low Against BTC (0.02193) ๐จ
Ethereum has fallen to a 5-year low against Bitcoin, dropping by 39% in the year following the halving. The last time ETH lagged behind BTC by such a margin was in Q3 2019, when it hit 0.0164 (-46%).
This decline highlights the ongoing pressure ETH faces compared to Bitcoin, raising questions about the future dynamics between the two leading cryptocurrencies. ๐ค
Ethereum has fallen to a 5-year low against Bitcoin, dropping by 39% in the year following the halving. The last time ETH lagged behind BTC by such a margin was in Q3 2019, when it hit 0.0164 (-46%).
This decline highlights the ongoing pressure ETH faces compared to Bitcoin, raising questions about the future dynamics between the two leading cryptocurrencies. ๐ค
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๐ฎ Bitcoin โ a beacon of hope?
Strategy shared a chart where only their stocks stay afloat, signing it:
Meanwhile, BTC is trading at $83,400, recovering from yesterdayโs dip to $81,000. ๐๐
Strategy shared a chart where only their stocks stay afloat, signing it:
"Bitcoin shines a beacon of orange hope, illuminating a path in the sea of red turbulence."
Meanwhile, BTC is trading at $83,400, recovering from yesterdayโs dip to $81,000. ๐๐
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๐ Bitcoin Accumulation Continues
Metaplanet acquired 696 BTC for ยฅ10.16B, while Tether added 8,888 BTC in Q1, bringing its holdings to 92,467 BTC. ๐ฐ
๐บ๐ธ US Senator David McCormick also invested $600,000 in a Bitcoin ETF.๐
Meanwhile, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink warned that the U.S. dollar could lose its reserve currency status if the government fails to control its debtโpotentially making Bitcoin a safer alternative. ๐ช
Despite a 20% drop from last year's high, investors remain bullish on BTC, unlike most altcoins. ๐ฅ
Metaplanet acquired 696 BTC for ยฅ10.16B, while Tether added 8,888 BTC in Q1, bringing its holdings to 92,467 BTC. ๐ฐ
๐บ๐ธ US Senator David McCormick also invested $600,000 in a Bitcoin ETF.๐
Meanwhile, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink warned that the U.S. dollar could lose its reserve currency status if the government fails to control its debtโpotentially making Bitcoin a safer alternative. ๐ช
Despite a 20% drop from last year's high, investors remain bullish on BTC, unlike most altcoins. ๐ฅ
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๐ Karma in Action
A hacker who stole 2,930 ETH ($5.4M) from zkLend tried to launder it through Tornado Cash...
๐ But fate had other plansโhe fell for a phishing scam and lost everything to another fraudster.
Guess you could say he laundered it a little too well? ๐
A hacker who stole 2,930 ETH ($5.4M) from zkLend tried to launder it through Tornado Cash...
๐ But fate had other plansโhe fell for a phishing scam and lost everything to another fraudster.
Guess you could say he laundered it a little too well? ๐
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๐ BTC correction incoming?
Analysts at 10x Research predict that Bitcoin could drop below $80K this week. ๐ง
Main reasons:
๐ธ Inflation expectations jumped to 5% ๐
๐ธ Trade war escalation expected on April 2 ๐
๐ธ Strong labor market may delay Fed rate cuts ๐ฆ
Will BTC hold the line, or are we in for a deeper dip? ๐ค
Analysts at 10x Research predict that Bitcoin could drop below $80K this week. ๐ง
Main reasons:
๐ธ Inflation expectations jumped to 5% ๐
๐ธ Trade war escalation expected on April 2 ๐
๐ธ Strong labor market may delay Fed rate cuts ๐ฆ
Will BTC hold the line, or are we in for a deeper dip? ๐ค
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๐จ New Android Malware Drains Crypto Wallets!
๐ A new threat, Crocodilus, is targeting Android users in Spain and Turkey, draining crypto wallets by stealing seed phrases and 2FA codes. ๐
How it works:
๐ธMasquerades as crypto-related apps to trick users.
๐ธUses black screen overlays to hide remote access activity.
๐ธFake backup warnings prompt victims to enter their seed phrase.
๐ธSteals Google Authenticator codes for full wallet access.
โ ๏ธ How to stay safe:
๐นONLY download apps from Google Play Store โ avoid APKs & third-party sites.
๐นNever enter your seed phrase outside of your walletโs official recovery process.
๐นBe cautious of fake warnings & social engineering tricks.
๐นCrocodilus is evolving and could spread beyond its initial targets.
Stay vigilant! ๐ก
๐ A new threat, Crocodilus, is targeting Android users in Spain and Turkey, draining crypto wallets by stealing seed phrases and 2FA codes. ๐
How it works:
๐ธMasquerades as crypto-related apps to trick users.
๐ธUses black screen overlays to hide remote access activity.
๐ธFake backup warnings prompt victims to enter their seed phrase.
๐ธSteals Google Authenticator codes for full wallet access.
โ ๏ธ How to stay safe:
๐นONLY download apps from Google Play Store โ avoid APKs & third-party sites.
๐นNever enter your seed phrase outside of your walletโs official recovery process.
๐นBe cautious of fake warnings & social engineering tricks.
๐นCrocodilus is evolving and could spread beyond its initial targets.
Stay vigilant! ๐ก
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๐ When Cleaning Costs $3.8M ๐ฐ
Ellie Hart, a school teacher, made the worst mistake of her lifeโaccidentally throwing away a USB stick containing $3.8M in Bitcoin. ๐จ
The flash drive, which looked like any other, ended up in the trash during a routine clean-up. By the time she realized, it was too late. ๐คท
Her partner, Tom, had been holding onto the BTC since 2013, but now their dreams of wealth are lost forever.
So, think before you throw somethingโor your millions might end up in a landfill. ๐ธ
Ellie Hart, a school teacher, made the worst mistake of her lifeโaccidentally throwing away a USB stick containing $3.8M in Bitcoin. ๐จ
The flash drive, which looked like any other, ended up in the trash during a routine clean-up. By the time she realized, it was too late. ๐คท
Her partner, Tom, had been holding onto the BTC since 2013, but now their dreams of wealth are lost forever.
So, think before you throw somethingโor your millions might end up in a landfill. ๐ธ
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๐ Increased BTC Volatility Expected in April
CNBC reports that Bitcoin may face sharp price swings this month amid trade war escalation and macro uncertainty.
โ๏ธ Key takeaways:
โช๏ธAnalysts predict BTC price fluctuations due to US-China trade tensions and monetary policy shifts.
โช๏ธThe Fedโs hawkish stance could put pressure on the crypto market.
โช๏ธHistorically, April has been a bullish month for BTC, but this year might be different.
โช๏ธSupport: $60,000-$65,000 | Resistance: $70,000-$80,000
โช๏ธWhales are active โ rising open interest in BTC futures signals increased market participation.
โช๏ธPositive regulatory news could spark a rally, while stricter crypto policies or geopolitical risks might trigger a correction. ๐๐ป
CNBC reports that Bitcoin may face sharp price swings this month amid trade war escalation and macro uncertainty.
โ๏ธ Key takeaways:
โช๏ธAnalysts predict BTC price fluctuations due to US-China trade tensions and monetary policy shifts.
โช๏ธThe Fedโs hawkish stance could put pressure on the crypto market.
โช๏ธHistorically, April has been a bullish month for BTC, but this year might be different.
โช๏ธSupport: $60,000-$65,000 | Resistance: $70,000-$80,000
โช๏ธWhales are active โ rising open interest in BTC futures signals increased market participation.
โช๏ธPositive regulatory news could spark a rally, while stricter crypto policies or geopolitical risks might trigger a correction. ๐๐ป
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Today is the big day โ Trump's new tariffs are set to take effect! ๐ฃ
According to reports, the White House has drafted a new plan imposing a 20% tariff on most imports. Official confirmation is expected soon. ๐
Meanwhile, markets are highly volatile in anticipation of Trump's tariff announcement. Bitcoin swung between $82,000 and $85,000 yesterday and is now trading at around $84,000. ๐๐
According to reports, the White House has drafted a new plan imposing a 20% tariff on most imports. Official confirmation is expected soon. ๐
Meanwhile, markets are highly volatile in anticipation of Trump's tariff announcement. Bitcoin swung between $82,000 and $85,000 yesterday and is now trading at around $84,000. ๐๐
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๐ Arthur Hayes: Bitcoin to $250K by Year-End?
In his latest essay, analyst Arthur Hayes argues that the Federal Reserve no longer controls U.S. monetary policyโit's now driven by the Treasury. According to him, the Fed is shifting from fighting inflation to financing government debt.
๐น QT (balance sheet reduction) is slowing: From $25B/month to $5B/month, adding ~$240B in annual liquidity.
๐น QE (money printing) may return soon, potentially injecting $420B per year.
๐น Gold surged after QE in 2008โ2009โBTC could follow the same path.
๐ก If Hayes is right, Bitcoin might skyrocket. Do you believe in $250K BTC? ๐
In his latest essay, analyst Arthur Hayes argues that the Federal Reserve no longer controls U.S. monetary policyโit's now driven by the Treasury. According to him, the Fed is shifting from fighting inflation to financing government debt.
๐น QT (balance sheet reduction) is slowing: From $25B/month to $5B/month, adding ~$240B in annual liquidity.
๐น QE (money printing) may return soon, potentially injecting $420B per year.
๐น Gold surged after QE in 2008โ2009โBTC could follow the same path.
๐ก If Hayes is right, Bitcoin might skyrocket. Do you believe in $250K BTC? ๐
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Forbes writes that crypto helped Trump become twice as rich! ๐ฐ
We all know how ๐ฅด.
According to Forbes, President Donald Trump has more than doubled his net worth to an estimated $5.1 billion. ๐ต
This increase is attributed to his shares in Trump Media & Technology Group and significant cash inflows from recent cryptocurrency ventures, including the launch of the $TRUMP meme coin earlier this year.
We all know how ๐ฅด.
According to Forbes, President Donald Trump has more than doubled his net worth to an estimated $5.1 billion. ๐ต
This increase is attributed to his shares in Trump Media & Technology Group and significant cash inflows from recent cryptocurrency ventures, including the launch of the $TRUMP meme coin earlier this year.
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โ๏ธ The EU may ban crypto mixers this week!
๐ช๐บ EU lawmakers are set to tighten anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CFT) regulations in the financial sector this week.
๐ Key changes:
โช๏ธ Anonymous payments from non-custodial wallets will be limited to โฌ1,000.
โช๏ธ Stricter monitoring of crypto transactions.
โช๏ธ Ban on anonymous tools, including privacy coins (Monero, Zcash) and crypto mixers.
โช๏ธ DeFi platforms, DAOs, and NFT marketplaces may be required to enforce stricter KYC procedures.
๐ช๐บ EU lawmakers are set to tighten anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CFT) regulations in the financial sector this week.
๐ Key changes:
โช๏ธ Anonymous payments from non-custodial wallets will be limited to โฌ1,000.
โช๏ธ Stricter monitoring of crypto transactions.
โช๏ธ Ban on anonymous tools, including privacy coins (Monero, Zcash) and crypto mixers.
โช๏ธ DeFi platforms, DAOs, and NFT marketplaces may be required to enforce stricter KYC procedures.
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๐ UK Trade Bodies Urge Government to Prioritize Crypto ๐ฌ๐ง
A coalition of six UK trade associations has called on Prime Minister Keir Starmer to make crypto a strategic priority by appointing a special envoy for blockchain and digital assets.
โ๏ธ Key proposals:
๐ธAppoint a crypto envoy like the US.
๐ธDevelop a dedicated government action plan for blockchain.
๐ธCreate an industry-government-regulator forum for informed decision-making.
๐ The group highlights cryptoโs potential to add ยฃ57B ($74B) to the UK economy over the next decade and warns that the UK risks falling behind Dubai, Singapore, and the EU.
A coalition of six UK trade associations has called on Prime Minister Keir Starmer to make crypto a strategic priority by appointing a special envoy for blockchain and digital assets.
โ๏ธ Key proposals:
๐ธAppoint a crypto envoy like the US.
๐ธDevelop a dedicated government action plan for blockchain.
๐ธCreate an industry-government-regulator forum for informed decision-making.
๐ The group highlights cryptoโs potential to add ยฃ57B ($74B) to the UK economy over the next decade and warns that the UK risks falling behind Dubai, Singapore, and the EU.
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