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Keshav is currently a senior writer at NewsBTC and has been attached to the website since June 14, 2021. Keshav has been writing for many years, first as a hobbyist and later as a freelancer. He has experience working in a variety of niches, even fiction at one point, but the cryptocurrency industry has been the longest he has been attached to. In terms of official educational qualifications, Keshav holds a bachelor’s degree in Physics from one of the premier institutes of India, the University of Delhi (DU). He started the degree with an aim of eventually making a career…

The DOJ’s decision to closing its investigation into Jesse Powell has sparked mixed reactions in the crypto market, but has not been directly linked to Bitcoin’s price movements. Positive developments for the Kraken could also be supporting Bitcoin’s long-term stability, though short-term volatility is expected due to macroeconomic and regulatory factors. The FBI has officially closed its investigation into Jesse Powell, co-founder of Kraken, over alleged hacking at the Verge Center for the Arts—a nonprofit he once helped lead. Federal agents seized the laptops and phones from Powell’s Los Angeles home during the trial in 2023. However, why crypto market…

Caroline Bishop Jul 24, 2025 03:57 MARA Holdings, Inc. has priced a $950 million offering of 0.00% convertible senior notes due 2032, with plans for strategic acquisitions and bitcoin purchases. MARA Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MARA), a prominent digital energy and infrastructure company, has announced the pricing of an upsized offering of $950 million in convertible senior notes due 2032. The notes, which bear no regular interest, are set to be sold to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933. This announcement comes as MARA aims to bolster its…

MARA Holdings announced plans to issue $850 million in zero-coupon convertible notes due 2032, with proceeds earmarked for bitcoin purchases and debt repayment. $850 Million in Convertible Notes to Fund Additional Bitcoin Acquisition MARA Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: MARA) has announced plans to raise $850 million through a private offering of zero-coupon convertible senior notes due […] Credit: Source link

Joerg Hiller Jul 24, 2025 03:16 The Trump administration is reshaping the U.S. crypto landscape with significant regulatory changes, setting a new direction away from previous enforcement-focused policies. The Trump administration has embarked on a mission to establish the United States as a global leader in cryptocurrency, introducing a series of regulatory reforms that depart significantly from the enforcement-centric approach of the previous administration. According to Galaxy.com, these changes aim to foster innovation and integrate digital assets into the economic framework. Key Executive Orders President Trump initiated his administration’s crypto agenda with two…

Lawrence Jengar Jul 24, 2025 02:08 a16z highlights the need for updated regulations to accommodate blockchain’s role in tokenized securities. The firm emphasizes a balanced approach to preserve market integrity while fostering innovation. As blockchain technology continues to reshape the financial landscape, Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) has submitted a detailed response to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding tokenized securities and broker-dealer principles. According to a16z, modernizing U.S. securities laws is crucial to fully realize the benefits of blockchain technology in tokenizing assets, which could revolutionize investing. Recognizing the Potential of Tokenization…

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure According to Andrew Keys, co‑founder and chairman of the Ether Machine, Bitcoin feels like yesterday’s tool. He told CNBC’s Squawk show on July 21 that he’d “rather have an iPhone than a landline.” Keys went on to say he owns zero Bitcoin, staking his entire belief on Ethereum. That move puts him in a small group of crypto backers who champion Ethereum without holding any Bitcoin. Ethereum Firm Backs GENIUS Act Based on reports, Keys says the GENIUS Act will be a game‑plan for growth. That law,…

The cryptocurrency market recorded more than $669 million in net liquidations on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. The altcoin market accounted for the lion’s share of the $563 million in long liquidations during the past 24 hours.According to market aggregate data from Coinglass, the ETH and XRP trading pairs recorded net liquidations of about $126 million and $69 million respectively. Bitcoin (BTC) on the other hand recorded a net liquidation of around $54 million.Major Reasons Why Crypto Dropped TodayThe 2025 altcoin bull market officially kicked off after the Ethereum price outpaced Bitcoin, leading to a reversal in the BTC dominance. The…

Malaysia moves closer to IOTA after closed-door talks hint at possible state involvement soon. IOTA sets up U.S. entity while deepening Asia ties, calling it a “rebirth” phase shift. Malaysia is emerging as a key focus for IOTA as the organization expands globally. A private meeting between IOTA Co-Founder Dominik Schiener and Malaysia’s Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation followed their appearance at Malaysia Blockchain Week 2025. According to IOTA community voice Kutcraft, the closed-door discussion hints at upcoming state-level collaboration. Malaysia Blockchain Week, now one of Southeast Asia’s most influential blockchain gatherings, opened with strong calls for regulation, collaboration, and state adoption.…

The White House’s crypto policy report is set to drop on July 30, and it could either ignite a new era of U.S. blockchain dominance or deepen the industry’s regulatory quagmire. With whispers of a Bitcoin reserve and Fed access for crypto firms, the stakes are nothing short of financial revolution or ruin. Summary The White House will release a landmark crypto policy report on July 30, potentially reshaping U.S. financial leadership with proposals like a Bitcoin reserve and Fed access for crypto firms. A new bifurcated regulatory framework may emerge amid ongoing SEC–CFTC jurisdictional disputes. On July 23, Bo…