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Will the UK sell 61,000 BTC, or pay victims the gains? The United Kingdom is holding 61,000 Bitcoin worth roughly $7.2 billion after pleading guilty to fraud, and a January High Court test will determine who will capture the upside from assets seized in 2018. Zhimin Qian, also known as Yadi Zhang, pleaded guilty on […] The post Will the UK sell newly seized $7.2B BTC, create Bitcoin treasury or pay victims? appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Bitcoin price consolidation after a powerful rally to record highs is normal, and the next leg up could push BTC toward $145,000, new analysis suggests. Key takeaways: Another Bitcoin price pullback to $117,000 is possible before the uptrend resumes. A classic chart pattern puts BTC price on course for $145,000 in the next few months. Read more

Hoarding Bitcoin kills adoption. Real monetary revolution requires spending it like money, not treating it as digital gold to never touch. Opinion by: Carel van Wyk, CEO of MoneyBadger  “Hodl” is the rallying cry for many in the typical Bitcoin community because they believe they should spend “bad money” (fiat) and hoard “good money” (Bitcoin) as it may appreciate in value. But they misunderstand Gresham’s Law, which says, “Bad money drives out good,” because today, there is no reason to have bad money at all. There is a fundamental problem with the hodl approach, particularly in countries where the local fiat is under siege, like South Africa. Read more

"South Park" is back to roasting crypto in its recent episode, but digital assets like Bitcoin have been a pop culture punchline for a long time. “South Park” extended its running gag on cryptocurrency in a recent episode, taking aim at prediction markets, trading apps, US regulators and politicians tied to the industry. Now in its 27th season, the animated series has built its reputation on unhinged satire of global events. Crypto has repeatedly taken some hits. Not everyone enjoys being lampooned on TV shows — the White House recently condemned its depiction of President Donald Trump in a relationship with Satan — but earlier crypto references were often embraced within the industry as proof of mainstream recognition. Read more

Bitcoin price traded near $118,500 on Thursday as a U.S. government shutdown boosted rate-cut odds, the dollar eased, and a visible short squeeze accelerated across derivatives venues. Gold printed fresh record highs around $3,895 per ounce as rate-cut pricing firmed and the dollar index hovered near 97.6. These conditions historically align with stronger performance in […] The post Bitcoin hits $118.5k: All-time high could be next as rate-cut bets crush shorts appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Bitcoin may be positioned for a steep rally in the final quarter of 2025, with prices potentially climbing as high as $200,000 if demand momentum continues, according to onchain analytics firm CryptoQuant. The firm stated that spot demand has been rising sharply since midsummer, averaging more than 62,000 BTC in net inflows per month. It […] The post Bitcoin rally looms with projections hinting at $200,000 surge appeared first on CryptoSlate.

BTC has advanced above $117K as U.S. signals from the labor market have increased expectations for a Fed cut. On-chain strength and larger holder accumulation have supported Q4 momentum, while $108K support and $120K resistance frame Bitcoin. The post U.S. Labor Market Declined in September, Fueling Rate Cut Odds – Bullish for Bitcoin’s Q4 Run? appeared first on Cryptonews.

October opened with a risk spike as the US government shut down, yet Bitcoin (BTC) pushed higher alongside other majors while gold printed fresh records.  As of press time, Bitcoin traded at $117,402.84, up by 3% in the past 24 hours. The immediate read is classic “chaos bid.”  Yet, beneath the knee-jerk, there’s a more […] The post Will a US data blackout shove more money into Bitcoin? appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Traders and data suggest that Bitcoin may benefit from the US government shutdown, but how long will the gains last? Key takeaways: Yields on US 10-year Treasurys declined, highlighting growing risk aversion and demand for safe-haven assets. Spot Bitcoin ETFs faced $430 million inflows while equities stayed muted, signaling potential decoupling from traditional markets. Read more

After a ~$1B BTC transfer associated with Bitfinex, Tether holdings are estimated around 109,410 while markets evaluate how Bitcoin exposure affects reserve quality, liquidity under stress, USDT stability, and regulatory scrutiny across jurisdictions. The post Why Did Tether Just Move $1B in Bitcoin? Here’s What Traders Need to Know appeared first on Cryptonews.

The US Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service have released interim guidance that significantly eases tax burdens for corporations holding Bitcoin and other digital assets. Issued on Sept. 30, the notices, 2025-46 and 2025-49, clarify how the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax (CAMT) applies to unrealized gains, a question that had raised alarm across corporate […] The post US clears path for companies to hold Bitcoin tax-free appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Bitcoin eyes its highest levels in six weeks as weak US jobs data drives crypto and risk assets higher, with shutdown dips now “buy opportunities.” Key points: Bitcoin is trying to break $118,000 for the first time since mid-August. US labor market weakness drives crypto and risk assets higher despite the US government shutdown. Read more

Amid Wall Street anxieties about the state of the government, Bitcoin continued to rally Wednesday and gold soared to a new all-time high.

Former trader Josh Mandell claims quantum computers are draining old Bitcoin wallets. Experts disagree — here’s what the technology can (and can’t) do. Bitcoin was built on the principle that once funds are secured by a private key, only the holder can access them. But what if that assumption no longer holds? In what was reportedly a now-deleted post on X, former Wall Street trader Josh Mandell alleged that quantum computers are being used to siphon Bitcoin (BTC) from long-dormant wallets — especially those of owners presumed inactive or deceased. Read more

On-chain data suggests Bitcoin isn’t overheated yet, with $122,000 and $138,000 emerging as the next significant resistance levels to watch for BTC price. Key takeaways: BTC must clear the next significant resistance level to unlock targets at $127,000–$137,000. On-chain data shows room to run, with $122,000 and $138,000 as the key risk levels. Read more

Sound money forces governments and individuals to embrace fiscal discipline, while currency inflation encourages reckless spending. Bitcoin (BTC), a supply-capped, decentralized, neutral money, can help reduce warfare by eliminating the currency printing that governments use to finance war through the hidden tax of inflation, according to author Adam Livingston. Livingston pointed to the World Wars of the 20th century, which saw the rise of central banking and the erosion of the gold standard, as the prime example of how fiat money fuels endless wars that the public would not have supported if a transparent wartime tax had been levied. He also cited the collapse of the paper currency under the Song dynasty in 13th-century China and the hyperinflation of Assignats in 18th-century France as examples of how governments financed war beyond their means and debased their currencies. Livingston said: Read more

With fewer than 100 days left in 2025, Bitcoin is trading at just over $109,000, roughly 12% below its August all-time high. A growing chorus of analysts and investors is starting to question whether the ambitious $200,000 BTC price targets set by big-name institutions can still be reached this year, or if the door to […] The post The clock is running out on Bitcoin’s $200k dreams in 2025 appeared first on CryptoSlate.

The choice between Bitcoin and stocks isn’t simple. Here’s how analysts and data reveal how investors can approach it. Stocks may survive AI disruption if they adapt quickly to changing technological and economic demands. New businesses spurred by AI, such as robotics, biotech or space, are expected to drive growth, and the stocks mirroring such advances will have a better chance of surviving the innovation turmoil. Periods of disruption should be expected as AI reshapes labor and markets; therefore, the next few years are for adaptation to the new technology. Read more

Learn how option expiries in Bitcoin and Ether derivatives markets can cause price swings that catch inexperienced traders off guard. Options expiry creates volatility as traders lock profits, cut losses and reposition around large BTC and ETH contracts. Put-call ratios signal sentiment: Above 1 shows a bearish outlook, while below 1 points to bullish expectations. Max Pain theory suggests expiry prices gravitate to where the most contracts expire worthless, amplifying potential manipulation risks.Understanding expiry helps traders track key metrics, anticipate volatility and manage risk more effectively during these periods. Read more

Everyday shopping, travel and luxury purchases are going digital. Here’s where BTC, ETH and XRP are accepted in 2025. Coffee shops, fast-food chains like Starbucks and Sheetz and retailers like Microsoft and Home Depot are accepting crypto payments via apps and third-party processors. More and more platforms are gradually enabling the use of Bitcoin, Ether and XRP for large-scale travel and airline reservations. Luxury brands, high-end car dealerships and real estate developers are integrating crypto payments for premium goods and property. Read more