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Louisiana State Government Now Accepts Bitcoin Lightning As Payment

Louisiana has become one of the first U.S. states to accept Bitcoin for government payments, offering residents more flexible options for transactions.

River Secures Over $800 Million Worth of Bitcoin, Launches Proof of Reserve

River launched a transparency tool proving it holds over $800 million worth of Bitcoin in full reserve custody. The U.S. exchange aims to rebuild trust after failures like FTX with its new River Proof of Reserves.

BlackRock Releases a New Report, “Bitcoin: A Unique Diversifier”

BlackRock released a new report explaining why Bitcoin is a unique portfolio diversifier detached from other assets. The world's largest asset manager continues embracing Bitcoin as adoption gains mainstream acceptance.

Human Rights Foundation Grants 10 Bitcoin to 20 Projects Worldwide

The Human Rights Foundation has announced its latest round of grants, totaling 1 billion satoshis worth over $590,000.

Singapore’s DBS Bank to Launch Bitcoin and Crypto Options for Institutions

Singapore's largest bank, DBS, will begin offering OTC bitcoin and crypto options trading for institutional clients in Q4 2024. DBS is the first major Asian bank providing sophisticated Bitcoin derivatives amid rising allocation demand.

Arthur Hayes’s Family Office Funds Bitcoin Core Developer

Arthur Hayes's family office Maelstrom awarded the first grant from its Bitcoin developer program to contributor Rkrux. The funding will support Rkrux working full-time on contributing to Bitcoin Core as an open source project.

MicroStrategy Announces $700 Million Raise To Redeem Senior Secured Notes and Buy Bitcoin

MicroStrategy will use the net proceeds from this offering to redeem Senior Secured Notes due 2028 and to acquire additional bitcoin.

Bhutan’s Bitcoin Holdings Revealed: Kingdom Owns $780M in BTC from Mining

Bhutan’s growing Bitcoin empire revealed, with over $780 million in BTC acquired through extensive mining operations powered by the nation’s renewable energy resources.

Bitcoin Mining Shutdown Cause 20% Surge in Electricity Bills

The shutdown of a Bitcoin mining facility in Norway caused a 20% increase in electricity bills for the town's residents. The loss of the mining operation's revenue forced the local power company to raise rates to offset costs.

MicroStrategy Buys Additional $1.11 Billion Worth of Bitcoin

MicroStrategy purchased an additional 18,300 bitcoins for $1.11 billion, boosting its total Bitcoin trove to 244,800 BTC acquired for $9.45 billion. The company continues its Bitcoin accumulation strategy, capitalizing on BTC appreciation.

Bitcoin and Crypto Exchange HTX To Integrate Lightning Network

One of the leading Bitcoin and crypto exchange HTX announced integration of Bitcoin's Lightning Network to enable faster, cheaper payments.

El Salvador’s Bitcoin Office Celebrates 21 Months of Success, Sets Stage for Renaissance 2.0

The National Bitcoin Office (ONBTC) of the Office of the President of El Salvador, led by Stacy Herbert, aims not just to help further integrate Bitcoin into El Salvador’s economy but foster a cultural, artistic and psychological renaissance.

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