Bitcoin DeFi sees surge in mining participation despite drop in TVL

Smart contract platform Rootstock, the home of decentralized finance (DeFi) on Bitcoin, saw a sharp increase in network security and mining engagement in the first quarter of 2025, even as activity cooled.... Read more »

Falling DXY part of US financial system’s ‘long-term transition’ — Will Bitcoin continue to shine?

What to know: Lyn Alden says a weaker dollar is necessary for the US to stabilize its financial system. Bitcoin and gold are well-positioned to benefit from de-dollarization. Sovereign wealth funds and... Read more »

Crypto miner deserts Pennsylvania site, fails to plug wells: Report

Cryptocurrency miner Diversified Energy quietly vacated a natural gas-powered crypto mining site in Elk County, Pennsylvania, reportedly leaving behind unplugged wells and regulatory violations. The site, known as Longhorn Pad A, was... Read more »

Bitcoin could rally regardless of what the Federal Reserve FOMC decides this week: Here’s why

Key Takeaways: The US Federal Reserve Open Market Committee (FOMC) interest rate decision on May 7 will be a defining moment for risk-on assets, including cryptocurrencies. While the consensus points to no... Read more »

Binance founder CZ says Bitcoin could hit $500K–$1M this cycle

Binance co-founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao expects Bitcoin’s price to top at $500,000 to $1 million during this market cycle. During an interview with Rug Radio published on May 5, Zhao said that... Read more »