Tokyo-based investment firm Metaplanet has unveiled plans to issue ordinary bonds worth 1.75 billion yen (over $11 million) to fund additional Bitcoin acquisitions, according to a Nov. 18 statement. The bonds come with an annual interest rate of 0.36% and a maturity date of Nov. 17, 2025. They have been exclusively allocated to EVO FUND, …
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Poland presidential candidate wants to allow nation to hold Bitcoin with strategic reserve
Poland’s libertarian presidential candidate, Sławomir Mentzen, has announced plans to create a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve if he wins the May 2025 elections. Mentzen shared his vision on Nov. 17 through the social media platform X. He outlined his commitment to turning Poland into a crypto hub with supportive regulations, low taxes, and a cooperative stance from financial …
Metaplanet Secures Over $11M in Bonds to Boost Bitcoin Holdings
Metaplanet, a company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, has announced the issuance of about $11.31 million (¥1.75 billion) in one-year bonds with a 0.36% interest rate, with the proceeds earmarked for additional purchases of bitcoin (BTC). This strategic move underscores Metaplanet’s commitment to expanding its cryptocurrency investments amid a growing interest in digital assets. …
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Crypto Transactions Surge in Spain’s Real Estate Market
According to Enlace, a real estate tech company, the number of real estate transactions involving some form of cryptocurrency as payment has surged this year. The company found that this usage grew by 15% in 2024, driven by the benefits these payment methods offer over traditional purchases, including the rapid deployment of funds and savings …
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First European Presidential Candidate Joins the Global Race for Bitcoin With Call for a National Strategic Reserve
In a bold move that echoes recent calls from the U.S. to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, Sławomir Mentzen, a presidential candidate, has proposed that his country create its own Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. In a recent social media post, Mentzen outlined his vision for transforming Poland into a cryptocurrency haven, promising friendly regulations, low taxes, …
Financial ‘Indiana Jones’: The Massive Bitcoin Rally Has Not Even Started
Sean Brodrick, also known as the ‘Indiana Jones’ of natural resources, believes that even with the latest price hikes, bitcoin still has room for growth. Brodrick stated that in 2025, governments, banks, and corporations will push the leading cryptocurrency’s potential into overdrive. ‘Indiana Jones’ Sean Brodrick: Governments, Banks, and Corporations Will Push Bitcoin Higher in …
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Andrew Tate Makes the Case for Bitcoin Over Other Investment Options
Andrew Tate, former kickboxer and social media personality, has made the case for investing in bitcoin over other assets, such as gold and real estate. On social media, Tate expressed worries about the size of his BTC stash, stating he had concerns about a few hundred BTC might not be enough. He declared that he …
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Top Trader Says Proper Parabolic Rally for Bitcoin Should Come As No Huge Surprise – Here’s Why
A crypto analyst who nailed the 2022 Bitcoin bull market top says steep rallies are within the realm of possibility for BTC. Pseudonymous analyst Dave the Wave tells his 147,000 followers on the social media platform X that he thinks parabolic surges are in sight for Bitcoin as soon as BTC shatters the psychological price …
AI Hysteria Ignores Africa’s Harsh Reality: Lack of Internet Access Remains the True Threat
While discussions about AI’s societal impact dominate globally, Africa’s limited internet access and other realities make widespread AI adoption on the continent unlikely. This points to the need for practical solutions before debating theoretical risks. AI Threat Debate Misses the Mark The debate surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential societal impact dominates headlines. However, …
Dormant No More: 2012 Bitcoin Wallet Moves $35.7M, Linked to Last Month’s Whale Transfers
On Sunday, Nov. 17, at block height 870,770, a long-inactive bitcoin wallet—created on June 5, 2012—sprang to life, moving 400 BTC valued at $35.7 million. The individual behind the transaction might be the same entity that transferred bitcoin acquired in 2011 and 2012 just last month. 2012 Legacy Wallet Moves $35.7M, 200 Bitcoin to Bitstamp, …
Ripple Urged to Prepare for IPO as SBI Sees XRP Driving Financial Innovation
Ripple’s potential initial public offering (IPO) is gaining traction as SBI supports the move, highlighting XRP’s market growth and increased regulatory optimism. Japanese Giant SBI’s Vision for Ripple: IPO Strategy After SEC Resolution Talks about Ripple potentially launching an initial public offering (IPO) have gained traction. Responding to a social media post celebrating XRP’s rise …
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Gensler’s Anticipated Exit Raises Questions: Who Will Lead the SEC Next?
SEC Chair Gary Gensler is expected to resign before completing his term, sparking debate over his successor and the potential impact on cryptocurrency oversight and regulation. Speculation Mounts Over Gensler’s Resignation and His SEC Successor Discussion about the next U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chair has intensified on social media, with speculation centered on …
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Michael Saylor Targets $100K Bitcoin This Year — Says All Microstrategy Investors Want More BTC
Michael Saylor is planning a $100K bitcoin celebration, citing bullish momentum fueled by Wall Street support, regulatory optimism, and Microstrategy’s aggressive BTC acquisitions. ‘All of Our Investors Tell Me, They Want Me to Buy More Bitcoin’ Michael Saylor, the pro-bitcoin executive chairman of Microstrategy (Nasdaq: MSTR), delved into BTC’s trajectory and the cryptocurrency industry’s future …
Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood Doubles Down on Bitcoin’s $1.5M Bull Case as Optimism Soars
Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood has doubled down on her $1.5 million “bull case” bitcoin forecast, citing factors such as institutional adoption, potential regulatory relief, and BTC’s growing recognition as a unique asset class. Cathie Wood Predicts Bitcoin Could Hit $1.5M Amid Growing Institutional Interest Cathie Wood, CEO and CIO of asset management firm Ark …
‘Time Has Come’ – Top Trader Predicts More Rallies for Dogecoin, Updates Forecast for Bitcoin and PEPE
An analyst who has earned the “Master Trader” rank on the crypto exchange Bybit believes top memecoin Dogecoin (DOGE) is primed for more rallies. Pseudonymous analyst Bluntz tells his 291,000 followers on the social media platform X that Dogecoin appears to have completed an ABC corrective wave against Bitcoin (DOGE/BTC). The trader practices Elliott Wave …