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Robinhood strikes 8M deal to buy Canada’s crypto powerhouse WonderFi

Robinhood strikes $178M deal to buy Canada’s crypto powerhouse WonderFi

Key Takeaways Robinhood will acquire WonderFi in a $178 million all-cash deal. The acquisition expands Robinhood’s presence in Canada’s digital asset market. Share this article Popular trading platform Robinhood Markets announced Tuesday it had reached an agreement to buy WonderFi, one of Canada’s largest regulated crypto trading ecosystems, for $250 million CAD (approximately $178 million) […]

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Trump-linked crypto rumour sparks frenzy as $DJT ticker fuels confusion

Trump-linked crypto rumour sparks frenzy as $DJT ticker fuels confusion

Ran Neuner claimed a Truth Social meme coin was launching in 72 hours. Past TMTG plans had discussed a digital rewards token, but none were launched. Meme coin speculation around Trump-branded assets remains high. A rumour about a Truth Social meme coin sent social media and crypto traders into a tailspin this week before being

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Coinbase Decided Following Strategy’s Bitcoin Reserve Playbook ‘Too Risky’: CEO

Coinbase Decided Following Strategy’s Bitcoin Reserve Playbook ‘Too Risky’: CEO

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has revealed that the crypto exchange considered putting 80% of its balance sheet into Bitcoin—but decided against it over fears it could “kill the company.” During a question-and-answer session with customers, executives were asked whether they missed an opportunity to start amassing BTC sooner, given the company had an eight-year headstart

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Trump-linked American Bitcoin secures Nasdaq listing through merger with Gryphon Digital Mining

Trump-linked American Bitcoin secures Nasdaq listing through merger with Gryphon Digital Mining

Key Takeaways American Bitcoin is merging with Gryphon Digital Mining in a bid to unlock market access. Hut 8 will maintain a majority stake and remain the exclusive infrastructure partner for American Bitcoin. Share this article American Bitcoin, a newly established Bitcoin mining entity backed by Bitcoin miner Hut 8 and Trump-led American Data Centers,

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BitGo Gains EU-Wide Approval to Serve Institutions Under New Crypto Rules

BitGo Gains EU-Wide Approval to Serve Institutions Under New Crypto Rules

In brief BitGo has become one of the first U.S. firms to receive approval under the EU’s unified crypto rules. The license enables institutional crypto custody services throughout Europe without country-specific approvals. The move comes as Europe irons out the implementation of its comprehensive digital asset framework. BitGo has secured regulatory approval from Germany’s Federal

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Tokyo’s Beat Holdings Expands Bitcoin ETF Bet, Joins Metaplanet in Crypto Treasury Push

Tokyo’s Beat Holdings Expands Bitcoin ETF Bet, Joins Metaplanet in Crypto Treasury Push

In brief Beat Holdings raised its Bitcoin investment cap from $6.8 million to $34 million, citing macroeconomic tailwinds. The company holds over 131,000 units of BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust, with gains exceeding $681,000. The move mirrors Metaplanet’s aggressive Bitcoin strategy, as Japanese firms deepen exposure to digital assets. Publicly-listed Beat Holdings Ltd. said Thursday it

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Coinbase debuts first 24/7 Bitcoin and Ethereum futures in the US

Coinbase debuts first 24/7 Bitcoin and Ethereum futures in the US

Key Takeaways Coinbase launched 24/7 Bitcoin and Ethereum futures trading, becoming the first CFTC-regulated exchange to provide this service. The expansion includes partnerships with Nodal Clear and Virtu Financial to support continuous leveraged futures trading. Share this article Coinbase Derivatives has officially activated 24/7 trading for Bitcoin and Ethereum futures, becoming the first CFTC-regulated derivatives

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Steak ‘N Shake to Roll Out US Bitcoin Payments Nationwide

Steak ‘N Shake to Roll Out US Bitcoin Payments Nationwide

In brief Steak ‘n Shake will accept Bitcoin nationwide starting May 16. The rollout gives over 100 million customers a crypto payment option. Few chains have gone beyond pilots, marking the development as a rare full-scale adoption. Bitcoin is coming to the drive-thru.  American fast food chain Steak ‘n Shake said Thursday it will begin

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Crypto Miner MARA Holdings Posts 3M Q1 Loss Despite Record Bitcoin Holdings

Crypto Miner MARA Holdings Posts $533M Q1 Loss Despite Record Bitcoin Holdings

In brief MARA reported a substantial $533 million net loss largely due to Bitcoin valuation adjustments. Revenue grew 30% year-over-year to $214 million but still missed expectations. Its mining output fell 19% despite doubling its hashrate after the 2024 Bitcoin halving, which slashed block rewards. On Thursday, Bitcoin miner MARA Holdings reported a staggering $533

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Coinbase enters .9B deal to acquire top Bitcoin, Ether options platform Deribit

Coinbase enters $2.9B deal to acquire top Bitcoin, Ether options platform Deribit

Key Takeaways Coinbase agreed to acquire Deribit for $2.9 billion, marking a major move into the crypto derivatives market. The acquisition includes Deribit’s license in Dubai and follows increased industry consolidation. Share this article Coinbase has struck a $2.9 billion deal to take over Deribit, the leading trading platform for Bitcoin and Ether options, the

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