Blackrock’s significant stake in Microsoft could sway the tech giant’s potential decision on adding bitcoin to its corporate reserves, signaling a shift in mainstream crypto adoption. Blackrock’s Stake Fuels Speculation Over Microsoft’s Bitcoin Future Speculation emerged last week around Microsoft’s upcoming Dec. 10 shareholder meeting, following a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing that…
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Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki predicts a catastrophic stock market crash and the collapse of “The Everything Bubble,” warning that gold, silver, and bitcoin will nosedive, triggering a global depression. He urges investors to brace for financial turmoil, saying only the prepared will emerge wealthier from the ruins. “Take bitcoin for example… it…
Metaplanet Inc., a company publicly listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, announced on Monday an additional purchase of 108.786 bitcoin for a total investment of 1 billion yen (approximately $6.7 million). The average purchase price was 9,192,359 yen per BTC. With this acquisition, Metaplanet’s total bitcoin holdings now stand at 639.503 bitcoin. The cumulative amount…
Renowned economist Jim Rickards explained that buying gold to back the dollar would restore confidence in the currency, avoiding a long-term decline. He stated that the currency should not be taken for granted, as new forms of money like crypto will step in as old money fails. Jim Rickards: Treasury Should Buy Gold to Avoid…
Standard Chartered has cautioned that bitcoin could drop below $60,000 due to rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. While the bank sees this as a buying opportunity, it also highlights the unique relationship between BTC’s price and the U.S. presidential race. Former President Donald Trump’s improving odds could enhance bitcoin’s long-term outlook, but a…
The U.S. Treasury has sanctioned members of Russia’s Evil Corp in collaboration with the UK and Australia, continuing a crackdown on cybercriminals. Targeting seven individuals, the group is infamous for deploying Dridex malware and Bitpaymer ransomware. This move highlights international efforts to combat cyber threats. US Expands Sanctions on Evil Corp Amid Global Ransomware Crackdown…
Ripple is expanding its digital payments service in Brazil, partnering with Mercado Bitcoin to offer faster, cheaper cross-border transactions. This move positions Ripple Payments as a key player in the region’s crypto landscape, helping businesses move funds 24/7. With plans to streamline treasury operations between Brazil and Portugal, the service also aims to benefit corporate…
Christian Angermayer, a billionaire crypto investor, has reportedly moved from London to Switzerland as the UK considers tightening tax policies on offshore wealth. Angermayer’s relocation signals the potential departure of other wealthy individuals fearing future tax hikes on non-domiciled tax arrangements. Crypto Investor Angermayer Leaves London Over Tax Concerns Billionaire crypto investor Christian Angermayer has…
Two Russian nationals have been charged with running a massive money laundering network that processed billions through cryptocurrency exchanges, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced. These exchanges, including Cryptex and Joker’s Stash, enabled criminals to bypass regulations and funnel funds from fraud, ransomware, and darknet activities. U.S. authorities, in collaboration with international law enforcement,…
Turkey has decided not to move forward with a new tax targeting stock market and cryptocurrency gains, according to Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz. While previously discussed, the plan has been dropped, with the government focusing instead on reducing tax exemptions. This shift follows concerns about the stock market and broader efforts to stabilize the economy…
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has imposed sanctions on Cambodian tycoon Ly Yong Phat and his businesses, linking them to human trafficking and forced labor scams involving cryptocurrency fraud. Victims were manipulated into online scam centers, and trafficked workers were forced into labor for these schemes. The sanctions freeze U.S.-based assets and prohibit transactions,…
JPMorgan strategist Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou has discussed recent changes in the U.S. M2 money supply, noting a temporary rebound following a decline in April. He expects U.S. liquidity to contract again, similar to 2022, influenced by the Fed’s ongoing quantitative tightening (QT) and slower bank loan growth. JPMorgan Strategist Foresees U.S. Liquidity Contraction Ahead Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou,…