Binance Is Shutting Down Its Bitcoin Mining Pool After Six Years

They Handed Out Bitcoin Names in Atlanta (ATL BitLab)

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Bitcoin Whale That Sat Through Every Crash Since 2020 Just Moved $377M

A notable Bitcoin whale, identified by a wallet that acquired 4,581 BTC in March 2020 when the total value was approximately $40 million, has reportedly moved its entire stash. This significant on-chain event occurred recently, at which point the value of the moved Bitcoin had appreciated to roughly $377 million. The article emphasizes that this specific whale wallet had maintained its holdings consistently through various market downturns since its initial acquisition in 2020, suggesting a previous long-term HODL strategy that has now culminated in this large-scale transfer.

Strive Buys $280 Million in Bitcoin, Its Largest Purchase in Months

Strive, a Nasdaq-listed asset manager, completed its largest Bitcoin acquisition in several months, purchasing $280 million worth of BTC. This significant institutional investment occurred during a turbulent period for the market, with the Bitcoin bought at an average price of approximately $84,500. This recent transaction has increased Strive's total Bitcoin holdings, bringing its cumulative stash to 32,773 BTC, highlighting continued accumulation by institutional players.

Binance to shut down bitcoin mining pool services in November

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LexeConnect: connect a self-custodial Lightning wallet to any app in one tap

LexeConnect introduces a new solution designed to allow users to effortlessly connect their self-custodial Lightning wallets to any application with a single tap. This development aims to significantly improve the user experience for the Bitcoin Lightning Network, fostering increased adoption and simplifying the process of managing self-custodied funds. By streamlining the interaction between various decentralized applications and Lightning wallets, LexeConnect supports the broader objective of making Bitcoin more accessible and integrated into everyday digital transactions, thereby strengthening user sovereignty and control over their assets. The innovation focuses on practical usability, bridging the gap between advanced self-custody technologies and a seamless user interface, which is crucial for mainstream engagement with Bitcoin's layer-2 scaling solution.

The Amount of Bitcoin on Exchanges Is Shrinking. Is a Rally Imminent?

An article from Bitcoin Magazine highlights an observation by a CryptoQuant researcher regarding Bitcoin's supply dynamics. The researcher notes a current trend where the amount of Bitcoin held on exchanges is decreasing. This shift in supply is presented as a significant factor that could positively influence Bitcoin's price in the near future. The piece specifically raises the question of whether this reduction in exchange supply points to an imminent price rally for Bitcoin.

History and Map of every BIP

History and Map of every BIP

Trezor Cuts Its Resellers After Ledger Finds Spy Implant in Crypto Wallets

Trezor Reduces Number of Resellers Following Ledger Drainage Incident 

Strive reports $208M in warrant exercises as Bitcoin holdings jump 11%

Strive has significantly increased its Bitcoin treasury, reportedly executing $208 million in warrant exercises that led to an 11% jump in its BTC holdings. This move positions Strive as the fifth-largest publicly traded corporate holder of Bitcoin, now possessing a total of 32,773 BTC. The company continues to expand its digital asset reserves through strategic equity financing, solidifying its position among major institutional Bitcoin accumulators.

Strive Buys More Bitcoin, Crosses 30,000 BTC Mark 

Strive, a prominent bitcoin treasury company, has announced a significant increase in its Bitcoin holdings, now surpassing the 30,000 BTC mark. This substantial accumulation reinforces Strive's position as the fifth-largest bitcoin treasury company in the industry.

Wasabi Wallet v2.8.4 released

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Strive buys 3,311 bitcoin for $280 million in largest acquisition since January

Strive, an institutional entity, recently completed a substantial acquisition of 3,311 Bitcoin, valued at $280 million. This significant purchase occurred between October 5th and October 9th, contributing to Strive's total Bitcoin holdings, which now stand at 32,773 BTC. This strategic move notably reduces the gap between Strive and other major institutional Bitcoin holders, such as Marathon Digital Holdings (MARA), signaling a growing institutional presence and accumulation within the Bitcoin ecosystem.

Is Bitcoin kidding itself about the Lightning Network?

Bitcoin developer Paul Sztorc has voiced concerns, suggesting that individuals within the Bitcoin community might be overstating or misrepresenting the current reality of the Lightning Network's progress. Despite assertions from developers regarding enhancements in usability, the article highlights that considerable uncertainty remains regarding the network's actual adoption for day-to-day transactions and general usage.

Alex Gladstein: How The Bitcoin-AI Convergence Impacts the Fight for Freedom

Alex Gladstein, from the Human Rights Foundation (HRF), explores the critical intersection of Bitcoin and Artificial Intelligence and its profound impact on the fight for freedom. Gladstein asserts that the primary danger posed by AI is not human extinction, but rather the intensified threat of centralized control. He strongly advocates for the development and adoption of local, open-source AI solutions as essential tools for safeguarding individual liberties and resisting the encroachment of centralized power, a theme resonant with Bitcoin's core principles of decentralization and empowerment against authoritarian systems. The article, published in Bitcoin Magazine, frames this convergence as vital for future human rights and autonomy.

Matt Dines: Why a Rising Dollar is Bullish for Bitcoin

Matt Dines, representing Build Asset Management, suggests that a strengthening U.S. dollar is a positive indicator for Bitcoin. He notes that both the dollar and Bitcoin are experiencing a concurrent rise, which he interprets as a bullish sign. Dines' analysis delves into this trend within the broader context of a transition towards a new, US-led global monetary order.

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Ledger Finds LTE Implant That Stole Recovery Phrases in Suspected $86M Drain

UK High Court rules Chinese law governs claims over $5 billion in seized bitcoin