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US bitcoin funds record strongest inflows since April after wallet security breach

US exchange-traded funds tracking bitcoin attracted more than $850 million during the week ending August 7, marking their strongest weekly inflows since April, according to Bloomberg data. The renewed interest comes as investors reassess the risks associated with holding cryptocurrencies directly, particularly......

Governments hold billions in Bitcoin as institutional interest in digital assets grows

Governments around the world are collectively holding an estimated 619,000 Bitcoin, valued at approximately $26.8 billion, highlighting the growing role of digital assets within the global financial landscape. The figures suggest that Bitcoin is becoming an increasingly significant asset for public......

Bitcoin struggles to break above $67,000 as geopolitical tensions fuel inflation fears

Bitcoin came under renewed pressure after approaching the $67,000 mark, as rising geopolitical risks and higher oil prices prompted investors to reassess their exposure to riskier assets. The world's largest cryptocurrency climbed from around $65,149 to nearly $66,965 before encountering strong......

Morgan Stanley expands digital services with direct cryptocurrency trading

Morgan Stanley has taken another step into the digital asset market by introducing direct cryptocurrency trading through its E*TRADE investment platform, reflecting the growing integration of digital assets into traditional financial services. The new offering allows eligible E*TRADE clients to buy,......

Cryptocurrencies edge higher as Bitcoin ETFs attract fresh investor inflows

Cryptocurrency markets posted modest gains on Tuesday, showing resilience despite rising geopolitical tensions and higher energy prices that have renewed concerns about global inflation and the outlook for interest rates. Investors continue to monitor developments in the Middle East, where geopolitical......

Carrefour expands Crypto access in France with Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana gift cards

French retail giant Carrefour is expanding access to digital assets by introducing cryptocurrency gift cards in its stores across France, allowing customers to purchase exposure to major cryptoassets while shopping for everyday products. The initiative is led by Cryptonow, a company specializing in......

Trump reports $1.4 billion in cryptocurrency income in 2025 financial disclosure

U.S. President Donald Trump reported more than $1.4 billion in cryptocurrency-related income in his 2025 annual financial disclosure, highlighting the growing role of digital assets in his business portfolio. According to documents filed with the U.S. Office of Government Ethics, cryptocurrency has become......

Citi cuts Bitcoin and ether price targets as ETF outflows weigh on crypto outlook

Citigroup has sharply lowered its 12-month price forecasts for Bitcoin and Ether, citing weakening investor demand, persistent outflows from cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and continued delays in U.S. digital asset legislation. In a research note published Tuesday, the bank reduced its......

Arthur Hayes predicts AI bubble burst before bitcoin recovery

Arthur Hayes, cofounder of BitMEX, argues that bitcoin will not stage a durable recovery until the artificial intelligence investment boom collapses. In a recent essay, he links crypto market weakness to the scale of capital flowing into AI infrastructure and the way it has reshaped global liquidity......