April 18, 2025
Spar supermarket in Zug, Switzerland, now accepts Bitcoin, marking a significant stride in mainstream crypto adoption. This initiative, supported by DFX Swiss, leverages the Lightning Network for fast, low-cost transactions.
Chinese authorities profit from confiscated Bitcoin despite an official anti-crypto stance. Local governments collaborate with tech firms to liquidate Bitcoin holdings, raising policy consistency questions.
President Trump is actively reshaping U.S. cryptocurrency policy, removing SEC Chair Gensler and appointing David Sacks as AI and Crypto Czar. His administration's initiatives include establishing a national Bitcoin Reserve and easing crypto tax requirements.
At the 'Satoshi Spritz' in Turin, Adam Back urged Bitcoin holders to adopt quantum-resistant addresses due to future threats from quantum computing. He suggests waiting until necessary, as current solutions are costly or untested, while some speculate on Satoshi Nakamoto's potential actions.
In April 2025, hackers exploited Bitcoinlib via typosquatting, uploading fake packages to PyPI, leading to wallet-draining malware installations. This attack highlights the vulnerabilities in open-source platforms and the growing sophistication of supply chain attacks in the crypto sector, prompting a call for increased developer vigilance.
President Trump has established a Bitcoin Strategic Reserve for the U.S., marking a pivotal moment for Bitcoin's status in the global economy. The move, fulfilling a 2024 campaign promise, raises debates about government involvement in crypto, with some urging privatization.
Bitcoin hits $65,000 as trading volumes stabilize, driven by increased long-term holding indicated by a rising RHODL Ratio. Technical indicators and reduced volatility in other cryptocurrencies suggest a shift towards market stability.
Bitcoin and gold show resilience amid economic uncertainty, with gold reaching new highs and Bitcoin holding above $80,000. While Bitcoin's market cap is around $1.667 trillion, gold's surged by $1 trillion in a day, highlighting its stability.
The U.S. Treasury plans to auction a record $31 trillion in debt, surpassing previous years and raising financial market concerns. This move coincides with Bitcoin trading around $80,000, reflecting a 9.41% year-to-date decline amidst fluctuating market dynamics.
Bitcoin's market cycle may peak around September 2025 if the current recovery trend continues, driven by on-chain indicators like the MVRV Z-Score and VDD Multiple showing bullish signs. However, macroeconomic risks like equity market volatility and recession fears could impact its price trajectory by Q3 2025.
Bitcoin trading volumes have surged to $34.5 billion, even as its price drops by 5.2% to $65,340, reflecting heightened market activity. Analysts suggest this could be a 'final shakeout' before a bullish trend emerges.
The U.S. government has created a strategic Bitcoin reserve, focusing on maintaining existing forfeited coins rather than acquiring new ones. While the likelihood of a national Bitcoin reserve remains at 51%, states like Arizona are moving swiftly to establish their own reserves.
Bitcoin remains resilient at $84,300, but faces pressure at the $89,000 resistance amid US-China trade tensions. Long-term holders are accumulating, hinting at possible future optimism.
April 17, 2025
Project Eleven has introduced the 'Q-Day Prize,' awarding one Bitcoin to the first team to break Bitcoin's encryption with a quantum computer by April 2026. This effort aims to transition quantum security concerns from theory to practical scrutiny amid rapid advancements in quantum computing.
A 600 BTC transfer, worth about $50.6 million, from an unknown wallet to Binance on April 17, 2025, has stirred interest in the crypto community. While traders watch closely, the transaction might signal strategic market moves, as Bitcoin trades at $85,337.
Binance CEO Richard Teng declared Bitcoin as 'the only truly neutral currency,' praising its global neutrality and resistance to bias amid economic uncertainty. His comments coincide with Bitcoin's market reaching a critical point, as it seeks equilibrium amidst recent volatility and potential softening in investor interest.
Abraxas Capital withdrew 1,107 BTC, worth $93.47 million, from exchanges on April 17, signaling a potential strategic shift. This follows a similar move days earlier, possibly impacting Bitcoin's market dynamics.
The U.S. dollar dropped 2.3% against major currencies on April 17, 2025, hitting its lowest since March 2023, as inflation fears and geopolitical tensions rise. Consequently, Bitcoin surged to $67,450, a 4.5% uptick, with increased trading volumes and bullish market sentiment.
Bitcoin trading volumes soared on April 17, 2025, with BTC/USD reaching $20 billion, reflecting heightened global interest and optimism among investors. Additionally, gold prices and Bitcoin's price saw increases, while AI-related tokens like SingularityNET also experienced gains, highlighting potential opportunities in the AI-crypto sector.
Trading volumes on major cryptocurrency exchanges have surged, with Binance reporting a 25% increase, reflecting heightened activity after Bitcoin's price fell 10% due to Fed rate announcements. Despite the price drop, corporate Bitcoin holdings have risen significantly, suggesting continued institutional interest.