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MicroStrategy has revealed an ambitious capital gameplan, aiming to raise $42 billion, split between an at-the-market (ATM) equity offering and fixed-income securities. The company plans to secure $21 billion through each channel, allowing it to expand its Bitcoin holdings while supporting its business intelligence operations. The announcement underscores MicroStrategy’s enduring commitment to Bitcoin as a…
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The U.S. Treasury has identified a notable trend in which the rising use of stablecoins is significantly increasing the demand for U.S. Treasury bills. Treasury reports reveal that stablecoin assets now leverage approximately $120 billion in collateral tied up in T-bills and Treasury-backed repo transactions. This shift has resulted from stablecoins’ reliance on liquid, short-term…
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Former President Donald Trump recently voiced his concerns regarding the tax treatment of Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. In remarks during his campaign, Trump questioned the fairness of capital gains taxes on Bitcoin, arguing that users should not incur tax liabilities when using Bitcoin for everyday purchases, such as coffee. This perspective marks a notable shift in…
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A recent fatwa by a 90-year-old Salafic cleric in Saudi Arabia has declared Bitcoin permissible under Islamic law, marking a groundbreaking shift in the Islamic finance community’s stance on cryptocurrencies. This ruling provides a religiously endorsed pathway for Muslims worldwide to engage with Bitcoin, a currency traditionally viewed with caution within Islamic jurisdictions due to…
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NBA legend Scottie Pippen recently made waves in the cryptocurrency community by predicting a significant rise in Bitcoin’s price. In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), Pippen claimed that Bitcoin’s anonymous creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, appeared to him in a dream, forecasting that Bitcoin would hit $84,650 on November 5, 2024. His tweet quickly sparked…
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A Moscow court has imposed an unprecedented $20 decillion fine on Google for allegedly blocking Russian pro-Kremlin YouTube channels. This fine—a number almost inconceivably large—exceeds the global economy’s worth. The lawsuit, driven by various Russian broadcasters, stemmed from Google’s removal of Russian state media channels under Western sanctions, intensifying legal tensions between the tech giant…
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Charlie Munger, who passed away recently, has long been a significant figure in the financial world, known for his outspoken criticism of Bitcoin. Despite his passing, Munger’s harsh views on the cryptocurrency continue to be referenced in discussions about Bitcoin’s future. The Daily Hodl recently highlighted Munger’s strong stance against Bitcoin, using his critiques to…
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Jack Mallers, CEO of Strike, made a compelling point during a recent debate with Peter Schiff, emphasizing Bitcoin’s ability to achieve transaction finality without reliance on government or central authority. Mallers argued that gold, while historically valuable, is limited by its dependence on centralized institutions for verification and settlement. He highlighted that without a government…
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Billionaire investor Tim Draper has spearheaded a $2.5 million pre-seed funding round for Ark Labs, a promising startup focused on advancing Bitcoin transactions by making them faster and more cost-effective. Ark Labs, is working on a protocol designed to simplify Bitcoin payments, making the cryptocurrency more accessible for everyday global commerce. Draper, known for his…
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The European Central Bank recently renewed its critical stance against Bitcoin, asserting that the cryptocurrency’s true value is zero. In a report co-authored by Ulrich Bindseil and Jürgen Schaaf, ECB officials argue that Bitcoin has failed to deliver on its original promise of becoming a global payment system, instead evolving into a speculative investment asset…
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In a recent report titled Bitcoin’s Protection under the First Amendment, Ross Stevens, the founder of NYDIG, argues that Bitcoin qualifies as “speech” under U.S. constitutional law. According to the report, Bitcoin’s decentralized structure and the freedom it provides from government-controlled money make it an inherently political tool. Stevens suggests that Bitcoin’s core functions, such…
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The Italian government has announced plans to significantly increase its capital gains tax on Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies from 26% to 42%. This move, part of the country’s 2025 budget plan, aims to generate additional revenue to fund public services and address fiscal shortfalls. Deputy Economy Minister Maurizio Leo confirmed the proposed hike during a…
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