Crypto
Berachain’s Controversial Launch: Price Drop and Allegations of Insider Trading
- February 11, 2025
- Posted by: newworldfinance
- Category: Crypto
On February 6, the highly anticipated Berachain layer-1 blockchain officially launched its mainnet, accompanied by an ambitious Proof of Liquidity mechanism and a massive airdrop.
Tether CEO Warns of Quantum Computing Risks to Bitcoin Security
- February 10, 2025
- Posted by: newworldfinance
- Category: Blockchain Technology, Crypto, Technology
TLDR: Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino warns that quantum computing could eventually break Bitcoin’s cryptography, unlocking lost or inactive wallets—including Satoshi Nakamoto’s 1.1M BTC. However, Bitcoin is expected to implement quantum-resistant encryption before this becomes a real threat.
Strategy Buys Over 7,000 More Bitcoins, Strengthening Its BTC Holdings
- February 10, 2025
- Posted by: newworldfinance
- Category: Crypto, Cryptocurrency Markets, Finance
TLDR: Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) has purchased 7,633 BTC for $742 million, bringing its total Bitcoin holdings to 478,740 BTC. This move follows the company’s recent rebrand, reinforcing its commitment to Bitcoin as a corporate treasury asset.
Nasdaq Pushes for CoinShares XRP ETF Approval
- February 10, 2025
- Posted by: newworldfinance
- Category: Crypto, Cryptocurrency Markets, Finance
TLDR: Nasdaq has filed for CoinShares XRP and Litecoin ETFs, following CoinShares’ S-1 submission last month. The SEC’s decision is highly anticipated, especially after rejecting Solana ETF filings. Analysts believe the Litecoin ETF may be the first approved under Trump’s administration due to its commodity classification.
Institutional Crypto Sentiment: FUD or Fact? A Closer Look at Institutional Interest in Digital Assets
- February 10, 2025
- Posted by: newworldfinance
- Category: Crypto, Cryptocurrency Markets, Finance
TLDR: A JPMorgan survey found that 71% of institutional traders don’t plan to trade crypto in 2025, but this doesn’t mean institutions are rejecting digital assets. Endowments, corporate treasuries, and state governments are quietly increasing exposure, signaling growing adoption despite market uncertainty.
Ex-Goldman Sachs Analyst Says “High Chance XRP Will Flip Ethereum Soon”
- February 10, 2025
- Posted by: newworldfinance
- Category: Crypto
XRP’s recent meteoric rise has reignited discussions about whether it could overtake Ethereum (ETH) to become the second-largest crypto by market capitalization.
Tyler Winklevoss Says Gemini Won’t Hire From MIT If Gary Gensler Keeps His Role There
- February 10, 2025
- Posted by: newworldfinance
- Category: Crypto
Tyler Winklevoss, co-founder of the Gemini crypto exchange, has taken a bold stance against MIT, declaring that his company will not recruit from the prestigious university as long as former SEC Chair Gary Gensler remains on its faculty.
Celsius Founder Alex Mashinsky May Delay Fraud Sentencing By 1 Month
- February 6, 2025
- Posted by: newworldfinance
- Category: Crypto, Press Wire
TLDR: Alex Mashinsky, former Celsius CEO, is seeking to delay his sentencing from April 8 to May 8, 2025, arguing his legal team needs more time to review the government’s case. Prosecutors oppose the request, calling it premature.
Bitcoin ATMs Now Available in Every Costco Store Across the U.S.
- February 6, 2025
- Posted by: newworldfinance
- Category: Blockchain Technology, Crypto, Cryptocurrency Markets
TLDR: Costco has rolled out Bitcoin ATMs in all 600+ U.S. stores, partnering with LibertyX to provide easy BTC access. While this could increase adoption, Bitcoin’s recent price struggles raise questions about whether retail expansion will influence market performance.
MicroStrategy Invests $20B in Bitcoin Amid Rebrand to “Strategy”
- February 6, 2025
- Posted by: newworldfinance
- Category: Crypto, Finance, Price Analysis
TLDR: MicroStrategy has rebranded to “Strategy”, integrating the Bitcoin symbol into its identity. The firm invested $20 billion in BTC in Q4 2024, aiming for $10 billion in BTC gains in 2025. Despite stock volatility, Strategy remains all-in on Bitcoin.