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For a brief moment after President Donald Trump announced his tariffs, it looked as if Bitcoin (BTC -0.06%) could keep its head as markets all around it were losing theirs. The stock market plummeted on April 3 and April 4, as investors and businesses digested the impact of President Donald Trump's tariffs (which have since been put on hold for three months).
State-level interest in Bitcoin adoption is gaining momentum, with New Hampshire and Florida both advancing legislation to allow state investments in Bitcoin reserves.
Asset managers Osprey Funds and Grayscale Investments agreed to settle a lawsuit over alleged violations of Connecticut law in the advertising and promotion of Grayscale's Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). According to an April 9 court filing, the parties agreed to settle the two-year-old case and are finalizing documentation and settlement terms.
China's finance ministry has raised tariffs on select US imports to 125%, matching the United States' most recent escalation and signaling continued parity in the trade conflict. The tariff adjustment, announced early Friday, comes just two days after Beijing raised duties to 84%, following Washington's move to impose higher import taxes on Chinese goods.
Bitcoin could keep sliding as cooler-than-expected U.S. inflation data has sparked fears that President Trump might go harder on tariffs, a move that could actually bring inflation back up in the long run.
Bitcoin hovers around $80,000 as U.S.-China trade tensions and options expiry create market volatility, despite renewed accumulation from large holders.
According to a CryptoQuant Quicktake post published today, Bitcoin's (BTC) hashrate and mining difficulty continue to reach new all-time highs (ATH), even as the price of the digital asset declines. The slump is largely attributed to growing global uncertainty surrounding escalating trade tariffs.
Whales scooped up Bitcoin during Trump's renewed tariff announcements.
The world of cryptocurrencies is witnessing a significant turning point with the official launch of Babylon Genesis, the second phase of the three-part rollout of the staking Bitcoin Babylon protocol. Announced on Thursday, this step represents a crucial evolution for the entire blockchain ecosystem, introducing an innovative way to put one's bitcoin to work while simultaneously strengthening the security of decentralized applications. Babylon, launched for the first time in August 2023, has already secured a prominent position in the crypto landscape, accumulating over 57,000 BTC in total value locked, equivalent to more than 4 billion dollars. The protocol stands out for its self-custodial nature, allowing users to maintain control of their funds while actively participating in the proof-of-stake (PoS) mechanism.
Assessing whether Hoskinson's BTC $250K price target aligns with cycle top indicators.
Despite a 26% drop from all-time highs, bitcoin holds steady compared to leading tech stocks, signaling increasing maturity.
If signed, the HB 2342 bill protects anyone running a node or mining digital assets from zoning or usage restrictions. The post Arizona Senate Officially Passes Bitcoin Mining Rights Bill, Awaits Governor's Approval appeared first on Cryptonews.
James Toledano says bitcoin's measured response to a significant sell-off, triggered by U.S. “reciprocal” tariffs, highlights its growing maturity as a macro asset.
Even as crypto markets try to put on a brave face this week, institutional investors clearly are not buying it. Yesterday, Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded another round of outflows, marking the sixth straight day of capital flight from these funds.
Florida has taken its first legislative step toward embracing Bitcoin as a state-held asset, joining the race led by Arizona and closely followed by New Hampshire. Florida is the latest U.S.
A widely followed analyst believes Bitcoin (BTC) will remain in a bull cycle if the flagship crypto asset holds one key level as support. In a new video update, crypto strategist Benjamin Cowen tells his 892,000 YouTube subscribers that if Bitcoin falls below $69,000, a bear market phase may ensue.
Despite the ongoing turmoil in global markets driven by tariff policies, Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise, remains confident in Bitcoin's potential.
Babylon is a new blockchain project that gives Bitcoin a slightly different role in the crypto world. Bitcoin is considered to be a store of value in crypto, or digital gold as some would call it, but Babylon changes that by allowing Bitcoin holders to stake their coins meaning they can help secure other blockchains without giving up control of their BTC.
Crypto markets will witness over $2.5 billion worth of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) options expire today.
The US economy seems to be very fragile at the moment, and talks of a global recession are on the rise, with yellow metal Gold shining as a safe haven asset. Bitcoin price has also bounced back from the lows of under $75,000 this week, to now trading around $82,000, while the US-China trade war
New Hampshire's Bitcoin reserve bill has passed the state's House, making it the fourth state to advance such legislation through one chamber.
Pakistan is reportedly looking into utilizing its surplus electricity to support domestic Bitcoin mining operations and AI data centers, according to a recent Reuters report. The plan aims to convert unutilized energy resources into productive use amid the country's ongoing challenges with high electricity tariffs and shifting energy supply patterns.
Pakistan is exploring bitcoin mining and AI data centers as a way to utilize its surplus electricity, with plans to foster innovation, boost exports, and create tech jobs through crypto regulation and infrastructure support.
In Arizona, the law HB 2342 that protects individuals in the Bitcoin mining sector was approved by the Senate with 17 votes in favor and 12 against. Now the law goes to Governor Katie Hobbs for final approval. In Arizona, the Senate approved yesterday the law HB 2342 on Bitcoin mining with 17 votes in favor against 12 against.
