A new zero-knowledge-powered system enables shielded bitcoin transactions, reflecting a broader push across crypto to address the “privacy gap” keeping institutions off public blockchains.

The project, called DoubleZero Edge, offers a real-time feed of raw data from the Solana blockchain, giving traders faster access to information that can influence prices.

Aave (AAVE), down 1.1% from Wednesday, was also an underperformer.

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Despite a surge in short positioning, bitcoin has climbed toward $75,000, with past episodes of negative funding rates often aligning with local market bottoms.

Bitcoin is hovering near $75,000 as steady institutional demand meets a wall of supply, while the options market is biased toward downside hedges.

Token-based payments can be programmed with spending limits and which industries can use them, reducing audits and lowering transaction fees by removing intermediaries.

Morgan Stanley’s new MSBT fund has quickly attracted over $100 million by offering the market\\\'s lowest fees, sparking a fresh wave of competition from rivals like Goldman Sachs.

The couple argued according to hotel staff and were separated. Despite confirming Ashly Robinson died by suicide, police said they are still investigating her death.

A libertarian think tank argues that treating bitcoin as a capital asset for tax purposes makes everyday payments impractical due to the complex reporting requirements.

Analysts at the bank say negotiations for the CLARITY Act are reaching a final breakthrough as lawmakers resolve long-standing disputes over stablecoin rewards and agency oversight.

Macro-driven ETF inflows have lifted prices, but CryptoQuant data signals large holders are positioning to sell near a key breakeven zone

The Blockstream CEO told Paris Blockchain Week that Bitcoin should build quantum-resistant upgrades now, a day after Jameson Lopp proposed freezing vulnerable coins instead.

BTC is up 10% for the month, but the bull run has stalled near $75,000 in the past 48 hours. Here\\\'s why.

Breakout backed by heavy participation and late-session buying, though weak on-chain activity raises questions over durability.