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Bitcoin miners are taking on record levels of debt to finance new equipment and expand operations into artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC). As competition for hashrate intensifies and post-halving profits shrink, miners are increasingly turning to debt markets to maintain an edge in both Bitcoin production and data infrastructure growth.
Hyperliquid Strategies is taking a major step to strengthen its presence in the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem. The firm plans to raise up to $1 billion to expand its holdings of the Hyperliquid (HYPE) token, which powers the world’s largest decentralized derivatives platform.
American Bitcoin Corp. (ABTC)—co-founded by Eric Trump—has released its October 2025 investor presentation, marking a major milestone in its evolution from a pure Bitcoin miner to a full-scale digital-asset ecosystem. The strategy focuses on building a U.S.-based Bitcoin powerhouse to reinforce America’s leadership in the global Bitcoin market.
Bitcoin’s recent price action is drawing comparisons to one of the most dramatic commodity bubbles in modern history. Veteran trader Peter Brandt says the cryptocurrency’s chart now resembles the 1970s soybean market—an era defined by a sharp boom-and-bust cycle.
Bitcoin-focused company Strategy—formerly known as MicroStrategy—has received a “Buy” rating from Citi, with analysts highlighting significant upside potential for the stock. At the same time, the bank warned that the company’s heavy reliance on Bitcoin could expose investors to sharp price swings.
Ethereum’s latest rally has once again lost momentum, with the cryptocurrency struggling to stay above the $4,000 mark. With weak demand and declining spot ETF inflows weighing on sentiment, analysts warn that Ether (ETH) could face a deeper correction toward $3,100 if buyers fail to regain control.
The United States government shutdown is nearing its fourth week, putting pressure on lawmakers to resolve the funding impasse while also addressing key issues in the digital assets sector. As the Senate prepares for another vote to reopen the government, Democratic senators are moving forward with plans to meet crypto executives to discuss the stalled market structure bill.
Jack Dorsey, Twitter’s co-founder and a long-time Bitcoin supporter, has once again sparked debate in the digital finance world. His recent post claiming “Bitcoin is not crypto” has reignited discussion over Bitcoin’s identity—whether it belongs to the broader crypto industry or stands apart entirely.
The tokenized real-world asset (RWA) market continues its strong momentum, edging close to the $35 billion milestone as institutional products, Treasuries, and gold-backed tokens drive on-chain adoption. Recent data from rwa.xyz shows the total RWA value reaching $34.14 billion, marking a 10.58% rise over the past 30 days and signaling growing investor confidence in blockchain-based real-world exposure.
Net asset values (NAVs) in digital asset treasuries (DATs) have plunged, signaling the end of what some analysts call the “age of financial magic.” Despite the downturn, market experts believe the correction could create opportunities for informed investors to secure long-term positions in undervalued Bitcoin-linked companies.
A recent analysis of blockchain developer activity has revealed a strong influx of new talent across major ecosystems, with Ethereum maintaining its dominance. The report, based on data from Electric Capital, highlights shifting developer trends and growing debates over how blockchain contributions are tracked.
Switzerland’s gambling watchdog has filed a formal complaint against FIFA’s NFT platform, accusing it of operating as an unlicensed gambling service. The move signals growing regulatory pressure on digital collectibles and Web3 ventures as authorities grapple with how blockchain-based reward systems fit within traditional gambling laws.
France is taking a major step in modernizing its financial markets with the launch of the Lightning Stock Exchange (Lise), a fully tokenized equity platform designed for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Backed by leading French banks and armed with a new regulatory license, Lise aims to bring blockchain efficiency to traditional stock listings and reshape how companies go public.
Bitcoin miners are getting a brief reprieve after months of mounting pressure. At block height 919,296, the Bitcoin network recorded its first difficulty drop since June—a 2.73% decrease to 146.72 trillion. The adjustment offers temporary relief after a prolonged period of rising computational demand that pushed many miners to the brink.
Prediction platform Polymarket is broadening its reach into traditional finance with a new feature that lets users bet on stock and index movements. The move highlights the platform’s growing ambition to connect crypto-native speculation with mainstream financial markets, as investor interest in event-based trading continues to accelerate.