Osprey Funds to convert Bitcoin Trust into ETF as Bitwise acquisition talks end

United States-based Osprey Funds is gearing up to convert its Bitcoin trust into an exchange-traded fund after an acquisition deal with Bitwise fell through. The investment management firm said in a Jan. 14 statement that it would file a Form S-1 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission “as soon as practicable” to convert the […]

Corporate Bitcoin holders ‘poised to explode’: Bitwise CIO

Matt Hougan told clients that MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin roadmap represents a “bona fide megatrend” poised to propel more companies into adopting BTC as a reserve asset. Bitwise chief investment officer Matt Hougan predicts a surge in the number of corporations adding Bitcoin (BTC) to their treasuries, driven by MicroStrategy’s influence and shifting regulatory headwinds in the […]

Satoshi Action Fund raises $300,000 as it advances Bitcoin advocacy

Dennis Porter’s update signals SAF’s ongoing work to secure Bitcoin’s place in U.S. policy. In a recent tweet, Dennis Porter, CEO and co-founder of Satoshi Action Fund, shared that the organization has raised $300,000 of its $500,000 fundraising goal, with two weeks remaining in the campaign. This announcement reflects SAF’s ongoing efforts to advocate for […]

Genius Group launches $33m rights offering to boost Bitcoin reserve

Genius Group Limited, a Bitcoin-focused education company, has announced a $33 million rights offering to expand its Bitcoin Treasury. The offering will allow existing shareholders to purchase additional shares at $0.50 each, with proceeds earmarked entirely for Bitcoin (BTC) purchases, according to a company release.  Each shareholder will receive one transferable right for every share […]

Bitcoin mining showed strong growth in 2024 despite halving: report

Bitcoin mining reached significant milestones in 2024, according to the latest industry update from H.C. Wainwright analysts Mike Colonnese and Dylan Scales. Bitcoin (BTC) surged 121% year-over-year, closing the year at $93,390 and outpacing all other asset classes. Key drivers behind the rally included the launch of U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs, accelerating institutional adoption, and […]

Bitcoin is ‘good for the U.S. economy over the long run’

Famed investor and Bitcoin advocate Anthony Pompliano has offered three pieces of advice to President-elect Donald Trump to help him become the “first Bitcoin president.” Famed investor and Bitcoin advocate Anthony Pompliano offered three pieces of advice to President-elect Donald Trump to help him become the “first Bitcoin president.” 1. Repeal SAB 121 In a […]