Bitcoin Shows Lower Volatility Than S&P 500 and Nasdaq, Surprising Analysts — Galaxy
In a rare market development, Bitcoin outperformed expectations in April — not just with impressive gains, but also with a level of stability that undercut major traditional indexes. Analysts at Galaxy Digital reported that Bitcoin’s realized volatility over the last 10 trading days dropped to 43.86, below the S&P 500’s 47.29 and the Nasdaq 100’s […]
Bitcoin and Altcoins Eye Gains Following US-China Tariff Deal
A recent 90-day trade agreement between the United States and China may serve as a springboard for a broader upswing in both equity and crypto markets, as investors anticipate possible tax policy changes. On May 12, the White House confirmed that both nations agreed to temporarily lower tariffs to 10% starting May 14—a reduction of […]
Metaplanet Surpasses El Salvador in Bitcoin Holdings
Japanese investment company Metaplanet has now overtaken El Salvador in total Bitcoin reserves after a substantial new acquisition. On May 12, the Tokyo Stock Exchange-listed firm revealed it had purchased 1,241 BTC at an average price of 14.8 million yen (around $101,843 per Bitcoin), totaling approximately $129 million — its largest investment yet in terms […]
Strategy Buys 13,390 BTC Worth $1.34B as Bitcoin Surges Past $100K
As Bitcoin surpassed the $100,000 milestone last week, Michael Saylor’s company, Strategy, made another major investment in the leading cryptocurrency. Between May 5 and May 11, Strategy acquired 13,390 BTC at an average price of $99,856 per coin, according to a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission released on May 12. The total […]
Conor McGregor Backs Irish Bitcoin Reserve in Run for Presidency
Former UFC superstar Conor McGregor has thrown his support behind the creation of a national Bitcoin reserve in Ireland, framing it as a way to shift financial control back into the hands of citizens. “Crypto was born to empower individuals,” McGregor posted on X (formerly Twitter) on May 9. “An Irish Bitcoin reserve will help […]
El Salvador Adds 7 More Bitcoin Amid Ongoing IMF Deal
Despite being under an active agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), El Salvador has continued to grow its Bitcoin reserves, purchasing an additional 7 BTC over the past week. This brings the nation’s total Bitcoin holdings to 6,173 BTC, worth more than $637 million, according to figures released by the country’s Bitcoin Office. The […]
Bitcoin Enters Deflationary Phase as Strategy’s Accumulation Outpaces Mining Supply
Strategy, a company heavily focused on Bitcoin holdings, is acquiring BTC at a rate that exceeds what miners are producing — effectively driving the leading cryptocurrency into deflation, says Ki Young Ju, CEO of CryptoQuant. In a May 10 post on X, Ju stated that Strategy’s Bitcoin stash — now at 555,000 BTC — remains […]
Taiwanese Lawmaker Proposes Bitcoin as Part of National Reserves
At Taiwan’s National Conference on May 9, lawmaker Ko Ju-Chun urged the government to explore the idea of incorporating Bitcoin into the country’s official reserves, suggesting it could serve as a strategic safeguard amid global financial instability. Ko, who serves as an at-large member of Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan, shared the proposal on X, emphasizing Bitcoin’s […]
Metaplanet Eyes $21M Bond Raise to Expand Bitcoin Holdings
Following its recent acquisition of Bitcoin, Japan-based investment firm Metaplanet is planning to issue another round of bonds to boost its growing cryptocurrency reserves. The company announced on May 9 that it intends to raise approximately $21.25 million via the sale of “0% Ordinary Bonds,” with all proceeds dedicated entirely to purchasing more Bitcoin. These […]
Rumble CEO Unveils Upcoming Tether-Backed Wallet Launch for Q3
Rumble’s CEO and founder, Chris Pavlovski, has revealed that the company is set to roll out its own crypto wallet in the third quarter of 2025, designed to rival Coinbase Wallet directly. The new Rumble Wallet, created in collaboration with Tether, will support Bitcoin and stablecoins. In a May 9 post on X, Pavlovski stated, […]