Bitcoin

U.S. Government Moves $2B of 'Silk Road' Bitcoin

The U.S. government has transferred approximately $2 billion worth of bitcoin seized from the Silk Road case, causing Bitcoin's value to drop nearly 5% from session highs.

Jul 29, 2024

by Staff

Bitcoin

University of Wyoming Launches Pioneering Bitcoin Research Institute

The University of Wyoming has launched the UW Bitcoin Research Institute, the first dedicated to Bitcoin research.

Jul 29, 2024

by Staff

ETF

Jersey City to Invest Pension Fund in Bitcoin ETFs

Jersey City has announced plans to invest a portion of its pension fund in Bitcoin ETFs, according to Mayor Steven Fulop.

Jul 25, 2024

by Staff

Markets

Bitcoin Rewards App Fold Targets Nasdaq Listing Through $365 Million SPAC Merger

Fold, a Bitcoin rewards app, is set to go public on Nasdaq through a $365 million SPAC merger.

Jul 24, 2024

by Staff

podcasts

TFTC - Twisting Religion to Justify Cruelty in Gaza | Saifedean Ammous

Saifedean Ammous explores the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, emphasizing property rights, international law, and the influence of modern Zionism, urging a reevaluation of policies to achieve a just resolution.

Jul 24, 2024

by Staff

Bitcoin

Proton, Known for ProtonMail, Debuts Non-Custodial Bitcoin Wallet

Proton, the company behind ProtonMail, has launched Proton Wallet, a non-custodial bitcoin wallet integrated with ProtonMail, allowing users to send bitcoin as easily as an email.

Jul 24, 2024

by Staff

Marty's Ƀent

Proton Wallet Launches and Fold is Going Public

It's bitcoin conference week and the announcements are rolling in.

Jul 24, 2024

by Marty Bent

Marty's Ƀent

Reporting Live From The Banana Republic

Don't look now, but things are accelerating.

Jul 23, 2024

by Marty Bent

Bitcoin Mining

Marathon Digital Ordered to Pay $138M in Dispute with Former Executive Michael Ho

Bitcoin miner Marathon Digital has been ordered to pay $138 million for violating a non-disclosure agreement with former executive Michael Ho.

Jul 23, 2024

by Staff

Lightning

Lightning Labs Announces Taproot Assets on Bitcoin

Lightning Labs has unveiled Taproot Assets on Lightning, enabling the minting and instant transfer of various assets on the Bitcoin network.

Jul 23, 2024

by Staff

podcasts

TFTC - Missing Trump Created a New Reality | Tom Luongo

Tom Luongo explores the failed assassination attempt on Trump, its implications for American politics, and the evolving influence of tech figures and strategic alliances within the political landscape.

Jul 22, 2024

by Staff

podcasts

TFTC - Precrime and the Global Panopticon | Whitney Webb & Mark Goodwin

Whitney Webb and Mark Goodwin delve into the complex interplay of political maneuvers, corporate influence, and surveillance technology, highlighting how digital IDs and AI-driven data manipulation threaten personal freedoms and democratic principles.

Jul 19, 2024

by Staff

Marty's Ƀent

Nostr is More Than Social Media

Don't sleep on Nostr.

Jul 17, 2024

by Marty Bent

crime

UK Court Rules Against Craig Wright, Potential Perjury Charges Loom

The UK High Court has ruled against Craig Wright's claim of being Bitcoin's creator Satoshi Nakamoto, with the judgment highlighting extensive forgery and opening the door to potential perjury charges.

Jul 16, 2024

by Staff