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Investment firms specializing in Bitcoin are positioning themselves to lead the way in the push toward a potential global shift in currency systems. Adam Back, CEO of Blockstream and inventor of Hashcash, pointed out that firms like Strategy, which have adopted Bitcoin treasuries, are playing a crucial role in advancing what some call hyperbitcoinization—a future where Bitcoin overtakes fiat currencies globally. This shift could see Bitcoin’s market cap soar to more than $200 trillion, he suggested. Back explained in a recent post that companies like Strategy are taking advantage of the gap between Bitcoin’s future potential and the current state…

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce criticized the current state of crypto regulation in the U.S., comparing it to the children’s game “the floor is lava,” where firms must avoid direct contact with crypto assets while navigating unclear regulations. Speaking at the SEC’s “Know Your Custodian” roundtable on April 25, Peirce explained that firms engaging in crypto must jump from one poorly defined regulatory space to another. She pointed out that the regulatory landscape is uncertain, with firms unsure of which crypto assets qualify as securities and whether activities like staking or voting rights could trigger violations. Peirce’s analogy illustrated the confusion…

April has been a month of extreme volatility and tumultuous times for traders. From conflicting headlines about President Donald Trump’s tariffs against other nations to total confusion about which assets to seek shelter in, it has been one for the record books. Amid all the confusion, when traditional “haven assets” failed to act as safe places to park money, one bright spot emerged that might have surprised some market participants: bitcoin. “Historically, cash (the US dollar), bonds (US Treasuries), the Swiss Franc, and gold have fulfilled that role [safe haven], with bitcoin edging in on some of that territory,” said…

One of the more interesting case studies in the cryptocurrency realm over the last year is that of Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE). In 2024, the price of Dogecoin surged by 251% — handily outperforming the likes of the S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, and crypto’s most popular name, Bitcoin. Unfortunately, 2025 hasn’t been as good for Dogecoin as last year. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Continue » As of April 21, the price of Dogecoin has cratered by 50% so far this year. Per historical trends, Dogecoin’s…

Hinterhaus Productions | Digitalvision | Getty ImagesThe deadline for U.S. travelers to get a Real ID is fast approaching — and those who don’t have one may not be able to board flights within the U.S.The Real ID card is an optional, upgraded driver’s license or state identification card that is issued by a state driver’s licensing agency and marked with a star.The good news: There are other forms of identification U.S. travelers can use — such as a valid U.S. passport, passport card, permanent resident card, or certain Department of Homeland Security trusted traveler cards — if they can’t get…

CNN  —  A few weeks ago, Los Angeles real estate agent Scott Price got the kind of call that’s only happened once before in his two-decade-long career: His buyer was backing out — just two days before closing. To Price, the reason seemed to be a growing uneasiness with the economy. Price’s client, warned by his company that layoffs may be coming, no longer felt secure enough to make such a large purchase. Rather than take the risk, the buyer walked away from the home — and their 3% deposit. “This is not a common occurrence for me,” Price said…

With Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) looking as if it’s regaining momentum, there’s reason to believe there’s a new tailwind helping it along, as well as potential catalysts on the horizon. Let’s take a look at both of those factors because they’re both related to China and its Bitcoin policies. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Continue » Despite it being illegal to mine and trade Bitcoin in China since 2021, 21.1% of the world’s Bitcoin is produced in the country. That means whatever Bitcoin-related policies China pursues…

Tax-exempt bond funds offer handsome yields these days. This survey takes you quickly to the 40 Best Buys. Good news for savers in fairly high tax brackets: Yields on municipal bonds are good, comfortably ahead of what you can clear from Treasury bonds. Bad news: This is a treacherous field. It is easy to be gouged buying either individual bonds or high-fee funds. Municipal bonds are worth considering for any fixed-income money you have in taxable accounts. For tax-sheltered accounts like IRAs, munis are inappropriate; there, use this survey of taxable bonds and bond funds. For taxable accounts, munis are…

Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) is one of the most popular meme coins in the crypto world, often getting a boost from Tesla Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk, who pumps up the digital currency either directly or indirectly, normally via social media. Dogecoin investors initially reacted positively to news that Donald Trump won last year’s election, especially given Musk’s close relationship with the new president. One of the biggest changes involving the government this year was the creation of the initiative called the Department of Government Efficiency — which is often referred by its acronym, DOGE, not unlike how people refer to…

NORWAY’S Karsten Warholm in action during the men’s 300m hurdles race of the Diamond League at the Xiamen Egret Stadium on Saturday.—Reuters XIAMEN: Karsten Warholm broke the men’s 300m hurdles world record at the opening Diamond League meeting of the season in Xiamen on Saturday, but Olympic 110m hurdles champion Grant Holloway suffered a shock defeat. The 29-year-old Norwegian 400m hurdles world record holder crossed the finish line in a blistering 33.05 seconds, taking 0.21 seconds off his own mark set four years ago in the little-run event. “I thought it was a very good race and a little bit…