Block is launching a comprehensive Bitcoin toolkit for small and medium-sized businesses, aiming to streamline payment processes and banking-like services through Bitcoin. Expected to roll out in 2025, it will enable seamless bitcoin transactions, fiat conversion, and enhanced financial management.

Metaplanet adds 518 BTC on August 12
Tokyo-listed Metaplanet purchased another 518 bitcoin on August 12 for roughly $61.4 million, paying an average of about $118,519 per coin. The company’s own analytics dashboard now shows total holdings of 18,113 BTC and a bitcoin NAV of about $2.15

BlackRock is cautious about launching XRP or SOL ETFs, prioritizing risk management and focusing on bitcoin's proven liquidity and demand. Despite Ripple's legal developments, BlackRock remains committed to observing market conditions before expanding into smaller crypto assets.

A New Peak for On-Chain Dollars
Stablecoins just set another record. As of August 11, 2025, total capitalization has inched past $270 billion and sits around $271 billion, according to live dashboards from DeFiLlama. The move caps a steady, months-long climb and reinforces stablecoins as crypto’s

India's Income Tax Department is targeting crypto traders exploiting arbitrage in USDT while attempting to improperly offset taxable profits. Strict laws prevent setting off virtual asset losses, leading to increased compliance checks and penalties. Traders must accurately report each transaction to avoid issues.

The Federal Reserve's note discusses leveraging unrealized gains from U.S. gold reserves for spending and highlights Senator Lummis’s BITCOIN Act to create a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. Despite mixed reactions, interest in integrating digital currencies into national policy is growing.

James Howells has ended his 12-year quest to recover a hard drive containing keys to 8,000 Bitcoin, now worth about $950 million, after legal and environmental barriers made retrieval impossible. His experience emphasizes the importance of secure storage and backup of private keys in cryptocurrency management.

Why Nations Consider Bitcoin
Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, founder of Binance, predicts a global contest to integrate Bitcoin into national reserves. On August 2, 2025, he asserted that countries will vie to adopt the cryptocurrency at the state level. He believes that treating Bitcoin as a strategic rese

Kraken plans to raise $500 million, aiming for a $15 billion valuation to strengthen its balance sheet before a 2026 IPO. With improved investor sentiment and regulatory clarity, the exchange seeks to expand its offerings while facing competition and risks in the crypto market.

Fidelity’s Spot Ethereum ETF achieved a record 57,920 ETH inflow, marking strong institutional interest in Ethereum, contrasted by Bitcoin's outflows. Factors driving this trend include regulatory clarity, supply constraints, and shifting trading volumes.

David Marcus advocates for Bitcoin as an essential public good and payment infrastructure, emphasizing its evolution beyond digital gold. Through Lightspark and the Lightning Network, he aims to address scalability and regulatory challenges, enabling faster, cost-effective transactions for consumers, businesses, and institutions in a digital economy.

BNB's recent rise to an all-time high of $801.13 and market cap of $111 billion is driven by institutional investment, strong ecosystem utility, and favorable technical indicators. While bullish momentum suggests continued growth, traders should remain cautious of potential corrections and market risks.

Square, the payment platform owned by Jack Dorsey’s Block (formerly known as Square), has officially launched its new “Bitcoin for Businesses” feature. This upgrade allows merchants to accept Bitcoin directly through their existing Square point-of-sale (POS) terminals. The feature began

JPMorgan Chase plans to launch a lending initiative allowing clients to borrow against cryptocurrency holdings, marking a significant shift in the bank's approach to digital assets, despite ongoing risks and regulatory considerations. This move could establish JPMorgan as a critical link between traditional finance and the crypto economy.

CoinDCX confirmed a security breach on July 19, 2025, causing a loss of $44.2 million from a company account, not affecting user wallets. The exchange is enhancing security measures and maintaining user trust amid rising concerns over crypto hacks.

Semler Scientific has acquired 210 BTC for $25 million, raising its total holdings to 4,846 BTC, valued at approximately $578 million. Despite a 30.3% gain in Bitcoin, its stock has fallen due to concerns about dilution and performance. The firm aims for 105,000 BTC by 2027.

Coinbase has rebranded its Wallet to the "Base App," transforming it into an all-in-one Web3 platform combining social networking, trading, and decentralized apps. Key features include built-in chat, instant app access, and streamlined trading, creating a unified gateway for users while empowering creators and diversifying Coinbase’s income sources.

BlackRock's iShares Ethereum Trust significantly boosted institutional confidence by acquiring $151.4 million in ETH, part of a larger trend with $1.5 billion in total institutional purchases, driving Ethereum's price above $3,000 and solidifying its market presence.

Bitcoin has soared to $116,687, boosted by institutional investment, policy changes, reduced exchange supply, and speculative trading. Despite signs of market maturity, volatility and equity ties pose risks ahead.