Hal Finney, the first Bitcoin enthusiast and recipient of the first Bitcoin transaction, would have turned 70 in 2026. He predicted Bitcoin's price could reach millions as early as 2009, a forecast that aligns with BTC's all-time high of $126,198. Finney's focus was on privacy protection rather than financial gain, shaping the crypto community's values. His legacy endures not only through his contributions but also through his cryopreservation, symbolizing hope for a future return.
Cryptocurrency markets saw a general decline with major coins like Bitcoin and Ethereum dropping by about 1.2% and 1.1% respectively. Bitcoin traded near $61,883 while Ethereum hovered around $1,748. Other altcoins also experienced losses, reflecting...
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced $526.64 million in net outflows from June 29 to July 2, marking eight straight weeks of withdrawals as institutional investors reduce exposure amid market uncertainty. Despite this, Bitcoin remains above the $60K su...
Bitmine Immersion increased its Ethereum holdings by 42,197 ETH, worth about $74 million, raising its total to 5.74 million ETH or 4.8% of the circulating supply. Chairman Tom Lee credits this buying spree to rising investor optimism that the propose...
XRP's Binance Scarcity Index reached its highest level since 2024 as whales moved coins to non-custodial wallets, tightening supply and supporting price near $1.14. A BitGo whale transferred 114.9 billion Shiba Inu (SHIB) tokens to a new cold wallet,...
Cryptocurrency prices showed a general downward trend, with Bitcoin trading near $61,955, down 1.12%, and Ethereum at $1,747.46, down 0.88%. Other major coins like Binance Coin and Cardano also saw declines, while a few tokens experienced minor gains...
