Japan to greenlight crypto ETFs as soon as 2028 - Nikkei Asia

Oklahoma Considers Bitcoin Pay Option For State Employees and vendors

Oklahoma introduced Senate Bill 2064 to allow state employees, vendors, and residents to voluntarily receive bitcoin payments. The bill establishes a legal framework for bitcoin as a medium of exchange without designating it as legal tender. If enacted, it would permit state employees to elect to receive salaries in bitcoin, and vendors to opt into bitcoin payments on a per-transaction basis. The bill also includes provisions to reduce regulatory friction for bitcoin-native businesses and requires the Oklahoma State Treasurer to select a digital asset firm to process bitcoin payments.

Banks are grappling with the 'threat' of crypto industry advancement: Analyst

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao: 2026 will be a super-cycle for bitcoin

I'll believe that the 4yr cycles are over when they are over.

Bitcoin Bearish Sentiment Climbs as BTC Price Slips Under $89K

Bitcoin's failed attempt to recover above $90,000 has eroded investor confidence, sending bearish sentiment flying. Prediction market odds of Bitcoin falling to $69,000 have more than doubled in a week as BTC continues to trade below $90,000. The probability of a Bitcoin crash to $69,000 has grown from 11.6% last Thursday to 30% now, highlighting rising bearish sentiment. Geopolitical uncertainty and the influence of gold as a primary hedge have contributed to Bitcoin's choppy price action and lack of new capital.

Spot Bitcoin ETFs Shed $1.62B in Four-Day Negative Streak - Decrypt

U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs have experienced a four-day outflow streak, with investors withdrawing a net $1.62 billion. This trend is attributed to declining yields from the Bitcoin basis trade and macroeconomic uncertainties. The outflows, which began last Friday, have accelerated in recent days, with significant withdrawals on Tuesday and Wednesday. Market experts suggest that hedge funds are retreating from the basis trade due to its reduced profitability. The recent decline in Bitcoin's price and increased bearish sentiment among investors further exacerbate the situation. The future of these ETFs hinges on macro conditions and potential shifts in Federal Reserve policies.

Coinbase Creates Advisory Board to Study Quantum Computing Risks to Bitcoin

Coinbase has established an advisory board to study the potential risks posed by quantum computing to Bitcoin and other blockchains. The board, composed of experts in quantum computing and cryptography, will assess how future quantum advances could affect blockchain security and outline long-term solutions. The initiative reflects growing concerns about the transition to post-quantum cryptographic standards as regulators move to formalize new standards.

Kansas Lawmakers Propose State-Run Bitcoin and Digital Assets Reserve Fund

Kansas lawmakers have proposed a bill to create a state-run Bitcoin and digital assets reserve fund, embedding digital assets into the unclaimed property framework. The fund would hold abandoned digital assets, allowing for staking rewards to flow into the reserve. Bitcoin would be treated differently, with 10% of other digital asset deposits sent to the state’s general fund, while Bitcoin would remain in the reserve fund. The bill raises questions about governance, custody, and transparency of managing digital assets on a public balance sheet.

Epic Snow, Ramen, Legendary Beer: Air Canada Unveils its First-Ever Winter Seasonal Service to Sapporo

Air Canada announces its first-ever winter seasonal service to Sapporo, Japan, starting in December 2026. This service, offering three times weekly flights from Vancouver International Airport, will be the only non-stop link between Sapporo and North America. The new route aims to provide convenient access to Japan’s renowned winter activities, including the Sapporo Snow Festival, and will enhance Air Canada’s position as a leading carrier between Canada and Japan.

Shark Tank's Kevin O’Leary on betting big data centers and why most crypto tokens don't matter

The Shark Tank investor is preparing shovel-ready sites for bitcoin miners and data centers, betting that infrastructure — not tokens — will drive the next wave of value.

Delaware Life, BlackRock Offer Bitcoin Exposure Through Fixed Indexed Annuity

Delaware Life Insurance Company has launched the insurance industry's first fixed indexed annuity tied to a Bitcoin-inclusive index, offering crypto exposure with principal protection. The annuity is linked to the BlackRock U.S. Equity Bitcoin Balanced Risk 12% Index, which combines U.S. stocks and Bitcoin and targets 12% volatility. The new index option will be available to policyholders for three of Delaware Life's products: Momentum Growth, Momentum Growth Plus, and DualTrack Income.

Trump says he hopes to sign crypto bill very soon to beat China

U.S. President Donald Trump, speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, emphasized the importance of American crypto leadership to counter China. He highlighted the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act, signed into law last year, which regulates stablecoins pegged to the U.S. dollar. Trump also mentioned the strategic Bitcoin reserve established by an executive order and the CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act, which prevents the Federal Reserve from issuing a central bank digital currency without congressional approval. He expressed optimism about signing a contentious crypto market structure legislation soon, aiming to unlock new pathways for financial freedom and maintain U.S. dominance in the crypto space.

Canada’s big banks have a new enemy: retirees - The Globe and Mail

The Globe and Mail reports on the conflict between Canada’s big banks and the Canadian Association of Retired Persons (CARP) over the banks' decision to stop selling third-party mutual funds in their branches. CARP has accused the banks of prioritizing profits over seniors' interests, while the banks argue that the decision was made to mitigate regulatory risks. The issue stems from a 2019 regulatory change by the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) that required in-branch investment advisers to have extensive knowledge of all the funds offered to clients. CARP is now framing the absence of third-party funds in bank branches as a seniors’ issue, and is calling on the OSC to force the banks to sell these funds. The OSC and other regulatory agencies are currently reviewing the matter.

The 7 Levels of Understanding Bitcoin

The video 'The 7 Levels of Understanding Bitcoin' humorously critiques the various stages of understanding Bitcoin, targeting the seven common types of Bitcoin enthusiasts. It also promotes Abundant Mines for free Bitcoin mining and encourages viewers to use Bitcoin for purchases and support the show through crowdfunding.

[Quantum Computing] This strategist and longstanding bitcoin bull exits his position and switches allegiance to gold

Bitcoin Magazine adds some nuance to the threat if you are interested. https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/jefferies-bitcoin-over-quantum-computing

Will Israel become a Bitcoin nation?

From the article/podcast: "Fried said the company was created to solve a practical problem facing Israeli investors. While Bitcoin adoption has expanded worldwide, Israeli banks remain cautious, often freezing accounts when customers attempt to move funds connected to cryptocurre

Led by Texas, New Hampshire, U.S. states race to prove they can put bitcoin on public balance sheet

Bitcoin should not be a partisanship issue. While you can argue that political parties fiddling with Bitcoin is not a good thing, it’s good to see now that both US parties are starting to leverage and accept Bitcoin. Most Democrats were anti Bitcoin and more and more that’s chang

Bitcoin For Fairness (BFF): Bitcoin Flyer as Give-Away for Meetups etc.

This flyer is a beginner's guide to Bitcoin, designed for easy printing and distribution at meetups. It provides instructions for specific self-custodial wallets, emphasizing the importance of self-custody and open-source solutions. The flyer has been updated to recommend Misty Breez Wallet over Phoenix due to lower fees and ease of use for beginners.

Inside Iran’s Growing $7.8 Billion Crypto Ecosystem

This Chainalysis blog post examines Iran's $7.8 billion crypto ecosystem, highlighting its correlation with political events, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' dominance, and Iranians' use of Bitcoin as a safe haven during protests.

Canada reaches tariff-quota deal with China on EVs, canola

Prime Minister Mark Carney has reached a trade deal with China to allow tens of thousands of Chinese electric vehicles into Canada in exchange for lower canola duties.

Air Canada Intends to Extend and Expand Commercial Agreement with PAL Airlines

Air Canada and PAL Airlines announced their intent to expand their commercial agreement, extending it until 2032 and increasing the number of PAL Airlines aircraft to eleven. This agreement aims to support and grow regional service in Eastern Canada, particularly in Quebec and New Brunswick.

Democrats Test Crypto Fundraising Reset With BlueVault Launch

Democrats have launched BlueVault, a new crypto fundraising platform, to re-engage crypto-aligned voters and donors following their defeat in the 2024 U.S. presidential election. The platform allows campaigns to accept donations in Bitcoin and stablecoins and aims to differentiate itself from Fairshake, a crypto-SuperPac that funded Republican campaigns. BlueVault's launch reflects growing concern among Democrats that crypto-native voters have drifted toward the GOP due to the party's lack of messaging to engage them. The platform's structure aims to ensure Democratic campaigns are not dependent on large corporate crypto donors or politically aligned intermediaries.

These Finnish homes are being heated by a surprising source: Bitcoin | Grist

This article explores how Finnish homes are being heated by the waste heat generated from bitcoin mining, highlighting the potential for repurposing this heat to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower greenhouse gas emissions. The initiative, led by companies like MARA Holdings and Hashlabs, has successfully reduced emissions in two districts and offers a cost-effective heating solution for others, though it is not without its critics who argue that the energy consumption of bitcoin mining itself is a larger problem.

Coinbase pulls support from crypto market structure bill