Strategy (MSTR) has written a formal letter in response to MSCI’s proposal to exclude companies whose digital asset holdings represent 50% or more of total assets from MSCI Global Investable Market Indexes. Led by Executive Chairman Michael Saylor, Strategy argued that digital asset treasury companies (DATs), including Strategy itself, are operating businesses that use digital
Crypto markets have climbed about 10% since Nov. 20, and ether-linked digital asset treasury companies (DATCOs) have been among the biggest beneficiaries, according to investment bank B. Riley. The bank tied the gains to improving risk appetite after European Central Bank (ECB) comments reignited talk of a gradual shift away from the U.S. dollar as
Cathie Wood, founder and CEO of Ark Invest and one of Bitcoin’s biggest and most vocal advocates, has made important statements regarding BTC. Speaking to Fox Business, a US media outlet, Cathie Wood said that the long-standing four-year cycle structure has been broken. Wood noted that Bitcoin’s volatility used to be extremely high, experiencing drops
American Bitcoin Corp. (ABTC), co-founded by Eric Trump, who now serves as its chief strategy officer, added 416 bitcoin to its reserve in the week ended Dec. 8. The company, majority owned by bitcoin miner Hut 8 (HUT), now holds 4,783 BTC, according to a Wednesday press release. ABTC’s benchmark metric Satoshis Per Share (SPS)
CoinDesk Indices presents its daily market update, highlighting the performance of leaders and laggards in the CoinDesk 20 Index. The CoinDesk 20 is currently trading at 2969.73, down 1.5% (-44.23) since 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday. None of the 20 assets are trading higher. Leaders: ETH (+0.0%) and CRO (-0.7%). Laggards: APT (-5.3%) and NEAR
Helium, a decentralized wireless network built on Solana, is entering the Brazilian market through a joint venture with local WiFi provider Mambo WiFi, the companies said Wednesday. The partnership represents one of Helium’s most significant international expansions so far and could set the stage for carrier integrations in a country where reliable internet access remains
Key Takeaways BlackRock moved 2,196 Bitcoin to Coinbase Prime, valued at over $200 million. This transfer highlights BlackRock’s ongoing activity in the digital asset space. BlackRock transferred 2,196 Bitcoin worth over $200 million to Coinbase Prime this morning, according to Arkham Intelligence data. The move is part of BlackRock’s ongoing adjustments to meet demand across
Key Takeaways $1.2 billion in leveraged short positions may be liquidated if Bitcoin hits $95,076. Forced buying from short liquidations could push Bitcoin price even higher. $1.2 billion in leveraged short positions are at risk of liquidation if Bitcoin rallies to $95,076, according to Coinglass’ liquidation map. The potential liquidations highlight the amount of bearish
Key Takeaways American Bitcoin Corp acquired 416 BTC, raising its total holdings to 4,783 BTC. The acquisition announcement notes backing from Trump, highlighting growing support. American Bitcoin Corp purchased 416 Bitcoin, bringing its total holdings to more than 4,783 Bitcoin, valued at over $440 million at current market prices, according to a Wednesday press release.
Superstate, a blockchain-focused financial technology firm, has rolled out a new platform that allows U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)-registered public companies to issue shares directly onchain to investors on Ethereum ETH$3,332.14 and Solana SOL$138.00. Called the Direct Issuance Program, Superstate’s new initiative allows companies to raise capital by selling newly-issued, tokenized equity in exchange