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A Bitcoin coin next to a gavel, symbolizing the legal debate around Bitcoin’s status in India, with a focus on cryptocurrency regulations.
Michael Willson

Is Bitcoin Legal in India?

If you’re in India and thinking about Bitcoin, the good news is this: yes, you can legally own, buy, sell, and trade it. Bitcoin is treated as a digital asset, not as currency. That means you cannot use it to pay for groceries or settle debts, but you are free to hold it as part…

Image of Bitcoin and Ethereum coins with the text "BTC Whale Now Holds $3.8B in ETH, Signaling Market Maturity" highlighting significant cryptocurrency movements by a Bitcoin whale.
Michael Willson

BTC Whale Now Holds $3.8B in ETH, Signaling Market Maturity

Introduction One of the largest Bitcoin whales has made a bold move that is shaking up the crypto market. Known as the “Bitcoin OG,” this whale now holds $3.8 billion worth of Ether (ETH) after selling Bitcoin and rotating into Ethereum. The purchase signals a major shift: whales are no longer just…

Image of a glowing Bitcoin coin with the text "$11B Bitcoin Whale Tops SharpLink with $4B Ethereum Bet" showcasing major cryptocurrency bets by a Bitcoin whale.
Michael Willson

$11B Bitcoin Whale Tops SharpLink with $4B Ethereum Bet

A Bitcoin whale with more than $11 billion in assets has shaken up the market by rotating heavily into Ethereum. After selling large amounts of Bitcoin, the whale now holds 886,371 ETH valued at $4 billion. This move pushes them ahead of SharpLink Gaming, which previously held the second-largest…

Bitcoin reserve proposal by Philippine lawmakers – 10,000 BTC plan.
Michael Willson

Philippine Lawmakers Propose 10,000 Bitcoin Reserve

Philippine lawmakers have introduced a proposal that would require the country’s central bank to build a 10,000 Bitcoin reserve over five years. Called the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act, the bill positions Bitcoin as a national asset, to be locked in trust for at least two decades. This move would…

Sequans secures $200 million funding to purchase Bitcoin.
Michael Willson

Sequans Raises $200M to Buy Bitcoin

Sequans Communications has announced a plan to raise $200 million through an at-the-market equity program with the goal of buying more Bitcoin. This move adds momentum to the trend of public companies treating Bitcoin as a core treasury asset rather than a speculative gamble. With this raise,…

Bitcoin yield for institutions with Two Prime and Figment collaboration.
Michael Willson

Two Prime and Figment Bring Bitcoin Yield to Institutions

Two Prime, a US-based investment adviser, has partnered with Figment, a leading staking provider, to give institutions a way to earn yield on Bitcoin and access staking rewards across more than 40 digital assets. To keep it simple: big investors can now generate income on Bitcoin while also staking…

Early Bitcoin web domains from 2010 head to auction, marking digital asset history.
Michael Willson

Early Bitcoin Web Domains from 2010 Head to Auction

More than 280 Bitcoin-related web domains registered as early as 2010 are heading to auction through Lloyds Auctions. They will be sold as a single package, giving one buyer the chance to own a large and historic collection of internet real estate linked to Bitcoin’s early years. The portfolio…

SoFi integrates Bitcoin Lightning and UMA, enhancing crypto transactions
Michael Willson

SoFi Integrates Bitcoin Lightning and UMA

SoFi has become the first US bank to add the Bitcoin Lightning Network and Universal Money Addresses (UMA) into its app. In simple terms, this means users can send money abroad instantly, at lower cost, and without going through third-party remittance companies. The service starts with transfers to…

Bitcoin vs Sovereign Bonds: A comparison of digital assets and traditional finance.
Michael Willson

Bitcoin vs Sovereign Bonds

If you are weighing Bitcoin against sovereign bonds, the key point is simple: Bitcoin offers higher growth potential but is volatile, while sovereign bonds provide stability and income but are often weakened by inflation. For most investors, the real question is how to balance these two in a…

Low-Cost Bitcoin Mining Setup → "Affordable Bitcoin Mining Rig Setup"
Michael Willson

Low-Cost Bitcoin Mining Setup

Bitcoin mining can be an exciting venture, especially if you’re looking to get involved without a hefty initial investment. But how do you set up a low-cost Bitcoin mining operation that still generates reasonable profits? In this article, we’ll break down the essential components, affordable…

Optimize Your Bitcoin Mining Rig for Maximum Efficiency → "Maximize Bitcoin Mining Rig Efficiency"
Michael Willson

Optimize Your Bitcoin Mining Rig for Maximum Efficiency

You want the lowest cost per bitcoin mined. The fastest way to get there is simple. Lower your joules per terahash, keep chips in a safe temperature range, feed the rig clean and stable power, cut stale shares, and run during cheaper electricity windows. Follow the playbook below and you will get…

Syz Capital Bitcoin Fund – "Syz Capital plans to raise over $200M in Bitcoin through reopened investment fund."
Michael Willson

Syz Capital to Raise Over $200M in Bitcoin via Reopened Fund

Syz Capital is reopening its BTC Alpha fund with a goal of raising over $200 million in Bitcoin. This announcement has sparked interest from both crypto-native investors and traditional institutions. The fund is already close to hitting its target with 1,800 BTC in committed capital. With its…