BTC, ETH, SOL price news: Bitcoin nears $65,000 as Fed rate-hike expectations drop

The June CPI print pulled hike odds from 43% to 13%, with analysts now watching the September FOMC meeting for further cues on positioning.

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/07/15/bitcoin-tops-usd64-000-as-cooling-u-s-inflation-guts-the-fed-rate-hike-trade

Some U.S. Senate Democrats come out against Clarity Act, calling it a 'corrupt' bill

Certain Democrats are taking an increasingly rigorous stand against the crypto market structure bill, which needs a significant number from their party to pass.

www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/07/14/some-u-s-senate-democrats-come-out-against-clarity-act-calling-it-a-corrupt-bill

Over 95% of Coinbase’s Code is Written with AI: Rob Witoff

Coinbase revealed AI now helps write more than 95% of its code as the crypto exchange shifts toward smaller, more senior teams following its May layoffs.

Cointelegraph

Strategy Became a Symbol of Dot-Com Crash: Could History Repeat?

Michael Saylor was at the center of the dot-com bust back in 2000, and some worry the "insane" CEO is being reckless with Strategy today.

Cointelegraph

Byron Donalds adds Don Gaetz, Danny Burgess, Tom Wright, Brad Yeager to growing endorsement haul

'From the Panhandle to Tampa Bay to Florida's East Coast, these leaders represent every corner of our state.'

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • Peter Schorsch

Could property tax relief cost Florida more? New group says yes.

New opposition campaign warns property tax amendment threatens essential local government services.

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • Staff Reports

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Bitcoin 2027 — Sound Money. Center Stage.

The Bitcoin Conference returns to Nashville July 15–17, 2027. Bitcoin 2027 is the world's largest Bitcoin event — three days of keynotes, builders, founders, policy, music, and the people defining the protocol's next decade.

Bitcoin 2027

Gov. DeSantis signs stablecoin framework, new crypto kiosk fraud rules into law

The Sunshine State keeps up with currency changes.

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • A.G. Gancarski

Bitcoin Will 'Likely Bottom Below' Its $53,000 Realized Price This Bear Market

Bitcoin analysis says that just like previous bear markets, BTC will "likely bottom below" its realized price, currently near $53,000.

Cointelegraph

Has Strategy’s New Framework Defused STRC 'Death Spiral' Fears?

Has Strategy’s new capital overhaul defused the fears swirling around STRC, or has it simply bought more time before the next bout of stress?

Cointelegraph

SEC giving novel ETFs a rethink as it opens comment period on overhauling U.S. rules

Managers of exchange-traded funds, including those in the crypto sector, may see some changes at the Securities and Exchange Commission as it weighs its approach.

www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/06/30/sec-giving-novel-etfs-a-rethink-as-it-opens-comment-period-on-overhauling-u-s-rules

Texts from James Fishback committee hint his opponents want political violence

Texts show Fishback in crosshairs of a gun and claim Jay Collins, Byron Donalds want him 'stopped at all costs.'

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • Jacob Ogles

Poll: Property tax amendment has 64% voter support, but partisan divide is sharp

The amendment’s perceived benefits extend beyond homeowners, drawing similar support from renters.

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • Jesse Scheckner

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BTC, ETH, SOL price news: Majors slide on hawkish Fed even as Trump signs Iran deal

The Fed held rates but signaled it is more worried about inflation than growth in Chair Kevin Warsh's first meeting.

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/06/18/bitcoin-ether-slide-after-a-hawkish-fed-even-as-trump-s-signed-iran-deal-lifts-stocks

Next bull run will be slower, less volatile as investors' crypto appetite evolves, Bitwise CIO says

Long-time bitcoin bull Matt Hougan told CoinDesk that during this bear market and with ‘doubts swirling’, investors have found ‘it easier to reach for something more tangible:’ stablecoins and tokenization.

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/06/17/next-bull-run-will-be-slower-less-volatile-as-investors-crypto-appetite-evolves-bitwise-cio-says

Bitcoin Markets Still Spooked by Possible Strategy BTC Sales: Analysis

Bitcoin analysis warns that Strategy BTC sales in the future may be capping BTC price upside as focus shifts beyond Fed FOMC meeting.

Cointelegraph

Why US-regulated Bitcoin perpetuals could change crypto trading

Regulated Bitcoin perpetuals could bring crypto’s most popular trading product into the US financial mainstream.

Cointelegraph

AIF poll shows Byron Donalds leading GOP Primary by 46 points

New poll shows Byron Donalds firmly ahead in GOP race.

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • Peter Schorsch

Ron DeSantis looking forward to the ‘private sector’ after leaving Governor’s Mansion

'I have a lot of people that want me to do a lot of different things.'

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • A.G. Gancarski

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Crypto tax bills a work-in-progress as U.S. House lawmakers pose concerns

The effort to push several tax bills is meant to be bipartisan, but the parties may not be comfortable with all details of the seven bills weighed by the panel.

www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/06/09/crypto-tax-bills-a-work-in-progress-as-u-s-house-lawmakers-pose-concerns

Bernstein sees AI trade, not quantum fears, behind bitcoin's (BTC) weakness

Bernstein said bitcoin's increasingly diversified ownership base supports its long-term store-of-value thesis.

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/06/09/bitcoin-inflows-slow-sharply-in-2026-as-investors-chase-ai-bernstein-says

Bitcoin Four-Year Cycle 'Normal' Says Trader as BTC Hits Bottom Zone

Bitcoin is now in the "window" for printing a bear market bottom if BTC price cycles continue to play out, with the cycle midpoint just $20,000 away from current spot price.

Cointelegraph

Crypto Users Wary as Anthropic’s Claude Mythos Goes Live

Crypto users are warning others to review their exposure to protocols after Anthropic released a public version of Claude Mythos, an AI model that recently found 10,000 new software vulnerabilities.

Cointelegraph

‘We have term limits’: Byron Donalds ‘not concerned’ about Ron DeSantis’ cold shoulder

'I'm not going to get mad about it.'

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • A.G. Gancarski

Paul Renner qualifies for the ballot in gubernatorial race

'Now, the sprint to the Primary Election officially begins.'

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • Fabrizio Gowdy

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Bitcoin 2027

Bitcoin To Nasdaq Valuation Gap Widens: Will It Benefit BTC?

Data show Bitcoin trading below its historical average valuation, while US tech stocks are near record premium levels. Will the valuation gap work to Bitcoin’s benefit?

Cointelegraph

Republican lawmakers call for permanent CBDC ban as House vote approaches - FBBA

A pair of Republican lawmakers is calling for a permanent ban on a US central bank digital currency (CBDC) to be enshrined in the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, as the measure is expected to come up for a vote in the US House this week.  The bill released by the US Senate Committee on […]

FBBA • Samuel Armes

About 10% of Americans used crypto in 2025, highest level since 2022 - FBBA

About one-tenth of US adults said they used or invested in crypto in 2025, the highest level in three years, according to a Federal Reserve report on the economic well-being of households.  Roughly 10% used crypto for any reason, up from 2023 and 2024, according to the Fed report published on Wednesday. Despite the rise, 2025’s figures […]

FBBA • Samuel Armes

SEC to propose tokenized stock framework as Wall Street efforts deepen - FBBA

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) could soon introduce a new framework for trading tokenized stocks, according to a Monday report by Bloomberg Law, a move that may accelerate Wall Street firms push to bring traditional securities onto blockchain rails. Bloomberg Law reported that the agency is preparing an “innovation exemption” that could allow trading platforms […]

FBBA • Samuel Armes

‘Freedom, families and opportunity first’: Danny Alvarez backs Byron Donalds for Governor

More than three-quarters of Republican lawmakers in the Florida House have now backed Donalds.

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • Peter Schorsch

Louisiana and Kentucky primary results should scare James Fishback

The math is not complicated.

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • Peter Schorsch

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Bitcoin rises to $77,000 ahead of Fed decision as Trump preps for lengthy Hormuz block

Bitcoin is sitting almost still while the rest of the majors give back gains and oil pushes above $111 on reports of an extended U.S. naval blockade against Iran.

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/29/bitcoin-rises-to-usd77-000-ahead-of-fed-decision-as-trump-preps-for-lengthy-hormuz-block

Bitcoin news: BTC is the best 'inflation hedge', better than gold, Paul Tudor Jones says

It will be "really hard to make money" in stocks over the next decade, said the billionaire investor, noting that the S&P 500's valuation reminds him of the 2000 dot-com bubble.

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/28/paul-tudor-jones-calls-bitcoin-the-best-inflation-hedge-warns-of-overvalued-stocks

These Three Bitcoin Charts Say BTC Price Set for Recovery to $82,000

Bitcoin trades within an ascending channel as rising stablecoin inflows boost liquidity, supporting a potential move toward higher price levels.

Cointelegraph

Bitcoin Whale Holdings Hit 5 Month High At 3.09M BTC

Bitcoin whales and institutional investors buying put a support under BTC’s range lows, and while short-term downside risks remain, the market appears to be gearing up for a rally to $80,000.

Cointelegraph

Poll: Byron Donalds leads current GOP primary by 30+ points, despite many Republicans being open to other options

Other declared candidates aren't catching on as of yet.

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • A.G. Gancarski

Byron Donalds introduces Insurer Scorecard to lower premiums, give consumers info

'Consumers deserve to know what insurance costs and how well it performs before they buy.'

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • Janelle Irwin Taylor

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Saylor’s Strategy Boosts Bitcoin Holdings Past 815,000 BTC

Strategy acquired 34,164 Bitcoin for $2.54 billion between April 13 and 19, increasing holdings to 815,061 BTC with most funding from STRC stock sales.

Cointelegraph

DoorDash to Offer Stablecoin Payments to Users via Tempo Blockchain

The Tempo blockchain said the stablecoin infrastructure in apps like DoorDash and other companies would help improve payout speed, cross-border cost and transaction flexibility.

Cointelegraph

Bitcoin price news: BTC slides toward $75,000 amid Warsh hearing, Iran talks uncertainty

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq gave back their early morning gains alongside BTC as markets digested the Fed Chair nominee's Senate confirmation hearing.

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/21/bitcoin-slides-toward-usd75-000-as-warsh-says-trump-didn-t-demand-he-cut-rates

Bitcoin, USDT ‘safe passage’ scam hits Hormuz as one ship reportedly duped and fired upon

A shipping risk firm reported fake ‘safe passage’ offers demanding crypto payments as tensions choke traffic through the strait.

www.coindesk.com/business/2026/04/21/crypto-scammers-offer-safe-passage-through-hormuz-at-least-one-ship-may-have-been-conned

Byron Donalds won’t rule out removing ‘weak’ prosecutors

'I've been very clear on this. Law and order is going to continue to be the standard in our state.'

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • A.G. Gancarski

Margin of error? Jay Collins says polls don’t matter, but he’s at 18% in his internals

The gap is closing. Though it's early to be asking voters what they think anyway.

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • A.G. Gancarski

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Bitcoin (BTC) can be used as cash, but capital gains taxes turn even a cup of coffee into a mountain of paperwork

A think tank argues that U.S. tax rules make using bitcoin for everyday payments impractical, as each transaction is treated as a taxable capital gains event requiring detailed reporting.

www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/04/16/buying-coffee-with-bitcoin-is-easy-the-resulting-tax-burden-is-not

Bitcoin developer says 5.6 million ‘lost’ tokens may need freezing to stop hackers

Jameson Lopp says leaving dormant coins untouched may risk market panic if quantum computing advances outpace the network’s defenses.

www.coindesk.com/business/2026/04/15/bitcoin-developer-jameson-lopp-says-it-s-better-to-freeze-5-6-million-btc-than-let-hackers-have-them

Bitcoin Bull Run 'Still Early' as BTC Remains Below Key Level

Bitcoin trades below active investors' cost basis amid persistent capital outflows. Can bulls keep the market in their grip?

Cointelegraph

Bitcoin Should Prepare For Quantum Despite No Looming Threat

Bitcoin OG Adam Back says quantum computing has a “lot to prove” before becoming a legitimate threat to Bitcoin, though Bitcoiners should still prepare for it now.

Cointelegraph

Poll: Byron Donalds at 50% in GOP Governor’s Primary as most voters support federal AI framework

Regional gains in Tampa Bay and the Panhandle suggest targeted advertising may be boosting Donalds’ support.

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • Jesse Scheckner

Ryan Tyson says it’s still unlikely Democrats win statewide in Florida, but not impossible

He spoke on a panel alongside Florida Politics' Peter Schorsch about the 2026 races.

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • Jacob Ogles

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Crypto Donations a Challenge for Canadian Election Transparency

Elections Canada and the Commissioner of Canada Elections have highlighted that digital payment methods can create transparency issues for campaign funding.

Cointelegraph

Bitcoin May Hit $110K as Strategy Absorbs Nearly 3x New BTC Supply

Bitcoin may invalidate its bear flag setup as Strategy buys 46,233 BTC in just over a month, outpacing the 16,200 BTC supply in the same period.

Cointelegraph

Bitcoin price news: BTC recovers from early losses on hope for Iran ceasefire

Iran's government is reportedly reviewing Pakistan's request for a two-week ceasefire positively, according to an Axios report.

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/07/bitcoin-rises-past-usd69-000-as-risk-markets-reverse-big-early-losses-on-hope-for-iran-deal

Stablecoin issuers get closer to U.S. federal rules with FDIC's new proposal

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. approved a proposed rule to govern the issuers, even as the Senate continues to debate GENIUS Act details.

www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/04/07/stablecoin-issuers-get-closer-to-u-s-federal-rules-with-fdic-s-new-proposal

‘Your doctor, your price’: Byron Donalds rolls out health care plan

'We're going to make sure that there is transparency in health care.'

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • A.G. Gancarski

Jay Collins blames ‘lobby corps’ for fundraising woes, but says there’s a ‘great chance’ Ron DeSantis endorses him

'They don't want the people to choose.'

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • A.G. Gancarski

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Jack Dorsey’s Square auto-enables bitcoin payments for millions of U.S. businesses - FBBA

Jack Dorsey’s Square on Monday announced it began automatically enabling bitcoin payments for millions of eligible U.S. small businesses, marking one of the most aggressive pushes yet to integrate crypto into mainstream commerce. The Block (XYZ) subsidiary said businesses can now accept bitcoin with no additional setup requirements and with transactions instantly converted into U.S. dollars at […]

www.fbba.io/jack-dorseys-square-auto-enables-bitcoin-payments-for-millions-of-u-s-businesses

Google Says Quantum Computers Can Crack Crypto Faster

Google says a quantum computer could crack Bitcoin's encryption in nine minutes using far fewer resources than previously estimated.

Cointelegraph

Gen Z Turns Bitcoin Into A Solid Portfolio Diversifier

Gen Z embraces Bitcoin despite acknowledged volatility. Younger investors treat crypto risk as portfolio diversification rather than pure speculation.

Cointelegraph

Bitcoin’s crashes are shrinking, and Wall Street is starting to notice

Skepticism remains, as Bloomberg analyst Mike McGlone warns the crypto bubble may be over and bitcoin could still revisit the $10,000 level.

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/01/bitcoin-s-crashes-are-shrinking-and-wall-street-is-starting-to-notice

Byron Donalds posts record $22M quarter to kick off 2026 Governor’s race

That's more than any non-incumbent running for Governor raised in the first quarter of an election year.

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • Jacob Ogles

Gov. DeSantis signs Florida Save Act as ACLU, NAACP sue to overturn it

DeSantis implied that a lawsuit was likely coming as he signed the legislation.

Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. • Gabrielle Russon

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As Mass Adoption Approaches, Crypto Has Forgotten Its Roots

CEXs dominate 80% of volume, while institutions demand compliance tracking. Network states revive self-sovereign governance over centralized control.

cointelegraph.com/opinion/crypto-has-forgotten-roots

Here is Why AI and Stablecoins Defy Crypto Market Weakness in 2026

AI tokens and stablecoins continue expanding in 2026 despite market weakness, as new analysis highlights structural tailwinds.

cointelegraph.com/markets/ai-and-stablecoins-winning-despite-2026-crypto-market-slump

Bitcoin steadies above $71,000 as oil falls below $100 after U.S. proposes 15‑point Iran peace plan

Brent crude fell 4.7% and Asian equities rallied 1.9% as Washington delivered a ceasefire proposal to Tehran via Pakistan, fueling the most sustained optimism since the conflict began a month ago.

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/25/bitcoin-steadies-above-usd71-000-as-oil-drops-below-usd100-on-u-s-15-point-plan-to-end-iran-war

Wall Street broker Bernstein calls bitcoin (BTC) bottom, keeps $150,000 year-end target

The broker sees bitcoin rebounding from its recent lows, supported by ETF flows and expanding corporate treasury demand.

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/24/wall-street-broker-bernstein-calls-bitcoin-bottom-keeps-usd150-000-year-end-target

‘Leaders in the world’: Byron Donalds outlines ambitious education vision

'The success of Florida's children is going to lead the way — not just in the United States, but in the world.'

floridapolitics.com/archives/786835-byron-donalds-education-vision

James Fishback filleted on X after saying he won’t pay his lawyer

Money troubles continue for the hard-right gubernatorial hopeful.

floridapolitics.com/archives/786395-james-fishback-filleted-on-x-after-saying-he-wont-pay-his-lawyer

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Bitcoin, ETH, ADA, SOL price news: What next as Bitcoin steady above $70,000

The largest cryptocurrency gained 7% from Monday's lows as energy price fears eased, with Asian equities rising 1.8% and Brent crude dropping below $90 for the first time since the war began.

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/11/bitcoin-steady-above-usd70-000-as-iea-proposes-largest-ever-oil-reserve-release

Top Wall Street minds see AI rotation ahead as bitcoin seeks role in new cycle

BlackRock’s Rick Rieder, UBS’s Ulrike Hoffmann-Burchardi and Third Point’s Daniel Loeb see steady economic growth but a tougher market environment.

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/07/top-wall-street-minds-see-ai-rotation-ahead-as-bitcoin-seeks-role-in-new-cycle

DeFi Insurance Is The Final Frontier Of Onchain Finance

DeFi lacks its final primitive.TVL obsession ignores DeFi’s missing risk backstop

cointelegraph.com/opinion/defi-insurance-for-onchain-finance

Bitcoin Sentiment Flipped to FOMO After Rebounding Above $70K

Bitcoin sentiment on social media has shifted into FOMO territory, with an analyst speculating that traders might be reacting to Bitcoin's resilience amid conflict and institutional buying.

cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-sentiment-jumps-back-into-fomo-territory-santiment

Americans for Prosperity Action backs Byron Donalds for Governor, adding to front-runner status

'Congressman Donalds is running a campaign grounded in real solutions.'

floridapolitics.com/archives/783357-americans-for-prosperity-action-backs-byron-donalds-for-governor-adding-to-front-runner-status

Don Gaetz on the 2026 Session: ‘I think we ought to be embarrassed’

Gaetz attributes the Session breakdown to ‘inexcusable amount of animosity’ among Republican leaders.

floridapolitics.com/archives/784446-don-gaetz-on-the-2026-session-i-think-we-ought-to-be-embarrassed

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Bitcoin Traders Warn of New Lows as BTC Weathers Iran Storm

Bitcoin traders eye limited BTC price fallout from Iran, but new lows are on the radar.

cointelegraph.com/news/this-is-not-world-war-three-five-things-bitcoin-this-week

CFTC Chair Teases Crypto Perpetual Futures in ‘the Next Month or so‘

As the sole commissioner at the CFTC, Michael Selig claimed to have the authority to guide the agency on crypto perpetual futures and prediction markets.

cointelegraph.com/news/cftc-chair-crypto-perpetual-futures

JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon says stablecoin issuers paying interest should be regulated as banks

Dimon argued stablecoin issuers paying interest should meet bank standards as talks continue in Washington about the CLARITY Act.

www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/03/03/jp-morgan-ceo-jamie-dimon-says-stablecoin-issuers-paying-interest-should-be-regulated-as-banks

Over 15,000 BTC sold and more coming as public miners pivot to AI

Public bitcoin miner balance sheets are shifting as capital rotates from bitcoin treasuries to AI infrastructure.

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/03/end-of-bitcoin-hodl-public-miners-going-all-in-on-ai-signaling-more-btc-selling

Poll: Byron Donalds leads GOP race for Governor … even if Casey DeSantis runs

Other candidates are nonstarters.

floridapolitics.com/archives/781700-poll-byron-donalds-leads-gop-race-for-governor-even-if-casey-desantis-runs

9 Republican Senators endorse Byron Donalds for Governor as he builds GOP support

The legislators said they stand with Donald Trump’s endorsement, and described Donalds as a 'staunch fighter for the American First agenda.'

floridapolitics.com/archives/782665-9-republican-senators-endorse-byron-donalds-for-governor-as-he-builds-gop-support

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Our upcoming events to learn more about Bitcoin and Bitcoin Bay.

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Consensus Miami 2026: Top Crypto Conference & Web3 Summit

Join 20K+ attendees at Consensus Miami 2026 by CoinDesk (May 5-7), the largest conference that covers the future of finance and web3 in the Americas. Network with CEOs, investors & founders. Get tickets

consensus.coindesk.com

Bitcoin 2025 - Las Vegas

The Bitcoin Conference is the world's largest gathering of bitcoiners. From breaking announcements and international media coverage to countless meaningful talks by thought-leaders and industry innovators, we are excited to continue our drive for global hyperbitcoinization. From May 27th - 29th, 2025, The Bitcoin Conference will be coming to Las Vegas, Nevada

b.tc/conference/2025

Michael Saylor's Strategy says it can survive a bitcoin (BTC) price crash to $8,000

Strategy says it can withstand a bitcoin price drop to $8,000 and still cover its roughly $6 billion in net debt.

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/02/16/strategy-says-it-can-survive-even-if-bitcoin-drops-to-usd8-000-and-will-equitize-debt

BTC, ETH price news: Tom Lee sees bitcoin rebound, ether bottoming below $1,800

Thomas Lee, speaking on stage at Hong Kong Consensus 2026, said investors should be looking at opportunities as crypto is in the midst of a "mini winter."

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/02/11/tom-lee-says-stop-timing-the-bottom-and-start-buying-the-dip

Is This Crypto Winter Different? Key Observers Reevaluate Bitcoin

Between price swings and a lack of regulatory clarity, crypto may still be too risky for many financial institutions, who sold off their position in recent months.

cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-winter-different-observers-reevaluate-bitcoin

Timeline: When Will The CLARITY Act Pass?

The timeline for the CLARITY Act has expanded several times as partisan wrangling and crypto industry frustration delays progress.

cointelegraph.com/news/when-will-crypto-clarity-act-law-pass

Byron Donalds acknowledges AI power concerns, but says data warehoused in Florida is safer

Tech questions loom as political and policy considerations in the 2026 cycle.

floridapolitics.com/archives/780029-byron-donalds-acknowledges-ai-power-concerns-but-says-data-warehoused-in-florida-is-safer

Byron Donalds backs English-only driver’s tests as solution to ‘major problem’

'It actually helps to make our roadways more safe.'

floridapolitics.com/archives/778820-byron-donalds-backs-english-only-drivers-tests-as-solution-to-major-problem

Consensus Miami 2026: Top Crypto Conference & Web3 Summit

Join 20K+ attendees at Consensus Miami 2026 by CoinDesk (May 5-7), the largest conference that covers the future of finance and web3 in the Americas. Network with CEOs, investors & founders. Get tickets

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Bitcoin 2025 - Las Vegas

The Bitcoin Conference is the world's largest gathering of bitcoiners. From breaking announcements and international media coverage to countless meaningful talks by thought-leaders and industry innovators, we are excited to continue our drive for global hyperbitcoinization. From May 27th - 29th, 2025, The Bitcoin Conference will be coming to Las Vegas, Nevada

b.tc/conference/2025

BTC price news: Bitcoin spirals toward $60,000, headed for worst drawdown since FTX crash

Analyst points to the 200-day moving average — currently around $58,000 to $60,000 — as a potential support level to watch.

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/02/05/bitcoin-drops-below-usd65-000-heading-to-worst-one-day-drawdown-since-ftx-blowup

Sam Bankman-Fried files for new trial over FTX fraud charges

The incarcerated former leader of the failed crypto exchange wants a new chance to defend against fraud charges.

www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/02/10/sam-bankman-fried-files-for-new-trial-over-ftx-fraud-charges

Bitcoin Price Forecasts Say $50,000 Is on the Way

Bitcoin may see an "immediate" wick fill of last week's lows as $50,000 BTC price forecasts stay in play.

cointelegraph.com/news/btc-traders-wait-50k-bottom-five-things-bitcoin-this-week

Do Super Bowl Ads Predict a Bubble? Dot-Coms, Crypto and Now AI

During the dot-com and crypto booms, Super Bowl ads were a moment of “pride before the fall” as both sectors saw major turndowns just months after the championship. Is AI next?

cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-ads-super-bowl-ai-bubble

Byron Donalds backs English-only driver’s tests as solution to ‘major problem’

'It actually helps to make our roadways more safe.'

floridapolitics.com/archives/778820-byron-donalds-backs-english-only-drivers-tests-as-solution-to-major-problem

Florida governor candidate claims he was victim of arson after fire starts in front yard

A candidate for Florida Governor is claiming that he was the victim of an arson attack after a fire started in his front yard on Sunday.

www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/florida-governor-candidate-claims-he-was-victim-of-arson-after-fire-starts-in-front-yard/3762426

Campaign fundraiser marks major test for St. Pete Mayor Ken Welch’s re-election bid

The Feb. 18 kickoff will serve as an early test of Welch’s ability to stabilize his political footing and reassure donors and supporters heading into the Summer.

floridapolitics.com/archives/779172-campaign-fundraiser-marks-major-test-for-st-pete-mayor-ken-welchs-re-election-bid

Consensus Miami 2026: Top Crypto Conference & Web3 Summit

Join 20K+ attendees at Consensus Miami 2026 by CoinDesk (May 5-7), the largest conference that covers the future of finance and web3 in the Americas. Network with CEOs, investors & founders. Get tickets

consensus.coindesk.com

Bitcoin 2025 - Las Vegas

The Bitcoin Conference is the world's largest gathering of bitcoiners. From breaking announcements and international media coverage to countless meaningful talks by thought-leaders and industry innovators, we are excited to continue our drive for global hyperbitcoinization. From May 27th - 29th, 2025, The Bitcoin Conference will be coming to Las Vegas, Nevada

b.tc/conference/2025

Bitcoin price news: BTC rebounds to $79,000, but HOOD, COIN, MSTR remain sizably lower

Crypto-related stocks like Robinhood, Coinbase, and Strategy continued to sport sizable losses on Monday.

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/02/02/bitcoin-bounces-7-from-lows-but-crypto-remains-under-pressure-in-u-s-trade

White House crypto meeting dug into stablecoin yield debate on market structure bill

Industry insiders met with Patrick Witt and others in President Donald Trump's administration to try to hash out the impasse over the Senate's crypto bill.

www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/02/02/white-house-crypto-meeting-on-market-structure-bill

Bitcoin Hits 2026 Low Under $73K But Analyst Says It’s Normal

Bitcoin’s sell-off deepened as liquidations drove the price to new lows, but one analyst says BTC’s current volatility is “normal market behavior.”

cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-loses-dollar73k-us-stocks-sell-off-analyst-says-btc-trading-is-normal

Bitcoin Lacks Strength for $80K Retest as Gold, Silver Edge Higher

Bitcoin is near the end of "crypto winter" as gold and silver attempt to revive their bull run.

cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-crypto-winter-soon-over-bitwise-exec-gold-retargets-5k

Severed alliance: Christina Pushaw befriends, advises James Fishback … then regrets it

Will the outspoken native survive this misstep politically?

floridapolitics.com/archives/774578-pushaw-fishback

Florida Sheriffs swing behind Byron Donalds in Governor’s race

Law enforcement support builds as Donalds consolidates Republican primary momentum statewide

floridapolitics.com/archives/776586-florida-sheriffs-swing-behind-byron-donalds-in-governors-race

Consensus Miami 2026: Top Crypto Conference & Web3 Summit

Join 20K+ attendees at Consensus Miami 2026 by CoinDesk (May 5-7), the largest conference that covers the future of finance and web3 in the Americas. Network with CEOs, investors & founders. Get tickets

consensus.coindesk.com

Bitcoin 2025 - Las Vegas

The Bitcoin Conference is the world's largest gathering of bitcoiners. From breaking announcements and international media coverage to countless meaningful talks by thought-leaders and industry innovators, we are excited to continue our drive for global hyperbitcoinization. From May 27th - 29th, 2025, The Bitcoin Conference will be coming to Las Vegas, Nevada

b.tc/conference/2025

Gold scales record peak as uncertainty fuels safe-haven bids

Gold prices pushed higher ‍on Tuesday after breaking through ‍the $5,000 per ounce milestone ‍for the first time in the previous session.

www.cnbc.com/2026/01/27/gold-silver-rise-to-near-record-highs-on-safe-haven-demand.html

Gold Outpacing the S&p;P 500 is Bad News for Stocks, Warns Stifel

A divergence between gold (XAUUSD) and the SP 500 (SPX) could spell trouble for stocks, according to Stifel Chief Equity Strategist Barry Bannister. During the...

www.tipranks.com/news/gold-outpacing-the-sp-500-is-bad-news-for-stocks-warns-stifel

When Will Capital Rotate Back From Metals Into Crypto?

Precious metals are on a historic run, and traders are debating when—if ever—that momentum spills into crypto.

beincrypto.com/crypto-gold-silver-capital-rotation-analysis

US Crypto News: Tom Lee Explains the Gold, Silver, Bitcoin Cycle

What is the biggest crypto news today? BitMine’s Tom Lee explains why metals lead—and how Bitcoin could be next.

beincrypto.com/tom-lee-metals-and-bitcoin-us-crypto-news

James Fishback flops in debut fundraising report

He didn't even bring in a thousand dollars.

floridapolitics.com/archives/773432-james-fishback-flops-in-debut-fundraising-report

AIF offers strong endorsement of Byron Donalds for Governor

'We have no doubt Byron is the man for the job ...'

floridapolitics.com/archives/776187-aif-endorses-byron-donalds-for-governor

Blaise Ingoglia backs legislation to establish Florida stablecoin pilot program

The measure would allow the Department of Financial Services to accept the digital currency for services and fees.

floridapolitics.com/archives/773439-blaise-ingoglia-backs-legislation-to-establish-florida-stablecoin-pilot-program

Consensus Miami 2026: Top Crypto Conference & Web3 Summit

Join 20K+ attendees at Consensus Miami 2026 by CoinDesk (May 5-7), the largest conference that covers the future of finance and web3 in the Americas. Network with CEOs, investors & founders. Get tickets

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Bitcoin 2025 - Las Vegas

The Bitcoin Conference is the world's largest gathering of bitcoiners. From breaking announcements and international media coverage to countless meaningful talks by thought-leaders and industry innovators, we are excited to continue our drive for global hyperbitcoinization. From May 27th - 29th, 2025, The Bitcoin Conference will be coming to Las Vegas, Nevada

b.tc/conference/2025

Bitcoin price news: BTC attempts rally as dollar decline accelerates

The president said he isn't concerned about the dollar's recent declines, sending the greenback plunging even lower.

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/01/27/bitcoin-climbs-above-usd89-000-as-u-s-dollar-tumbles-on-president-trump-s-remarks

BTC to silver ratio nears levels last seen during the FTX capitulation

Volatility, historical timing, and relative value signals raise questions around a potential blow off top for Silver.

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/01/27/bitcoin-to-silver-ratio-nears-levels-last-seen-during-the-ftx-capitulation

4 in 10 US Merchants Now Accept Crypto: PayPal

Nearly 40% of US merchants accept crypto, leveraging its fast, cheap, secure, and transparent transactions for daily payments, PayPal said, citing data from a survey.

cointelegraph.com/news/4-in-10-us-merchants-accept-crypto-paypal

February is BTC’s Most Reliable Bullish Month: Analyst

Historically bullish seasonal data, rising onchain flows and improving market momentum may shape up to an 8% gain from Bitcoin in February.

cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-s-real-uptober-moment-might-start-in-february-here-s-why

James Fishback flops in debut fundraising report

He didn't even bring in a thousand dollars.

floridapolitics.com/archives/773432-james-fishback-flops-in-debut-fundraising-report

AIF offers strong endorsement of Byron Donalds for Governor

'We have no doubt Byron is the man for the job ...'

floridapolitics.com/archives/776187-aif-endorses-byron-donalds-for-governor

Blaise Ingoglia backs legislation to establish Florida stablecoin pilot program

The measure would allow the Department of Financial Services to accept the digital currency for services and fees.

floridapolitics.com/archives/773439-blaise-ingoglia-backs-legislation-to-establish-florida-stablecoin-pilot-program

Consensus Miami 2026: Top Crypto Conference & Web3 Summit

Join 20K+ attendees at Consensus Miami 2026 by CoinDesk (May 5-7), the largest conference that covers the future of finance and web3 in the Americas. Network with CEOs, investors & founders. Get tickets

consensus.coindesk.com

Bitcoin 2025 - Las Vegas

The Bitcoin Conference is the world's largest gathering of bitcoiners. From breaking announcements and international media coverage to countless meaningful talks by thought-leaders and industry innovators, we are excited to continue our drive for global hyperbitcoinization. From May 27th - 29th, 2025, The Bitcoin Conference will be coming to Las Vegas, Nevada

b.tc/conference/2025

Bitcoin 'Strong Support' Gets a Macro Boost From Trump WEF Speech

Bitcoin gets a modest bid on "strong support" and a pledge for pro-crypto legislation by US President Donald Trump.

cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-eyes-90k-donald-trump-sees-crypto-bill-signing-very-soon

US Lenders Dip Their Toes in Crypto Mortgages

Some mortgage lenders are now willing to recognize crypto holdings in mortgage applications, but concerns around risk and valuations remain.

cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-mortgages-valuation-risks-regulatory-uncertainty

Why are BTC, ETH up today: Trump backs off from Greenland tariffs in relief for bitcoin

The sharp reversal showed how closely crypto prices remain tethered to macro headlines. Solana, XRP, Cardano and dogecoin followed a similar pattern of quick losses and partial recoveries

www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/01/22/bitcoin-and-ether-fall-then-rebound-as-trump-retreats-from-greenland-tariffs

Trump vows to make U.S. the crypto capital of the world to beat China

U.S. President Donald Trump said he supported efforts to legislate crypto because of the political support he received for doing so.

www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/01/21/trump-touts-u-s-crypto-policy-push-to-beat-china

James Fishback ordered to turn over Azoria stock, luxury items to pay $229K court judgment

The court did not specify purchases, but still labeled the spending as ‘extravagant.’

floridapolitics.com/archives/774763-james-fishback-ordered-to-turn-over-azoria-stock-luxury-items-to-pay-229k-court-judgment

Byron Donalds in dominant position in GOP Primary for Governor, new poll shows

A Fabrizio Lee poll shows his lead over opponents rocket when voters learn of Donald Trump's support.

floridapolitics.com/archives/772573-byron-donalds-in-dominant-position-in-gop-primary-for-governor-new-poll-shows

Consensus Miami 2026: Top Crypto Conference & Web3 Summit

Join 20K+ attendees at Consensus Miami 2026 by CoinDesk (May 5-7), the largest conference that covers the future of finance and web3 in the Americas. Network with CEOs, investors & founders. Get tickets

consensus.coindesk.com

Bitcoin 2025 - Las Vegas

The Bitcoin Conference is the world's largest gathering of bitcoiners. From breaking announcements and international media coverage to countless meaningful talks by thought-leaders and industry innovators, we are excited to continue our drive for global hyperbitcoinization. From May 27th - 29th, 2025, The Bitcoin Conference will be coming to Las Vegas, Nevada

b.tc/conference/2025