<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?> <rss version="2.0"> <channel> <title>Bitcoin Today - Bitcoin News Curated and Powered by AI</title> <link>https://www.bitcointoday.app</link> <description>Get daily updates on Bitcoin's price, market trends, analysis, and breaking news curated and powered by AI - all digestible in minutes. Make BitcoinToday.app your one-stop shop for staying informed in the fast-paced world of Bitcoin.</description> <lastBuildDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 13:14:45 GMT</lastBuildDate> <docs>https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html</docs> <generator>https://github.com/jpmonette/feed</generator> <language>en</language> <image> <title>Bitcoin Today - Bitcoin News Curated and Powered by AI</title> <url>https://www.bitcointoday.app/images/logo-512.png</url> <link>https://www.bitcointoday.app</link> </image> <copyright>All rights reserved 2024, BitcoinToday.app</copyright> <category>Bitcoin News</category> <item> <title><![CDATA[Should Satoshi's Bitcoin Be Frozen? CZ's Quantum Threat Proposal Sparks Heated Debate]]></title> <link>https://www.bitcointoday.app/article/should-satoshis-bitcoin-be-frozen-czs-quantum-threat-proposal-sparks-heated-debate</link> <guid>should-satoshis-bitcoin-be-frozen-czs-quantum-threat-proposal-sparks-heated-debate</guid> <pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 20:01:28 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[Binance founder **Changpeng Zhao (CZ)** has ignited a fierce debate by suggesting that **Satoshi Nakamoto's estimated 1.1 million bitcoins** (worth ~$68 billion) should be **frozen** to prevent theft by future **quantum computers** that could break Bitcoin's cryptography. The proposal, made on a podcast with Galaxy Digital's Alex Thorn, would give Satoshi 6-12 months to move the coins before community action. ## The Slippery Slope Argument **Michael Terpin**, CEO of Transform Ventures, called the idea a "slippery slope" that introduces permission into a **permissionless system**. He argued that freezing coins contradicts Bitcoin's core ethos and questioned whether the decentralized community could ever reach consensus, noting that even SegWit took years to implement. ## The Real Issue: Post-Quantum Preparedness **Jameson Lopp**, Casa co-founder and cypherpunk, dismissed CZ's comments as mere musing, emphasizing the real challenge is **preparing Bitcoin for a post-quantum future**. He authored **BIP-361**, which outlines a phased migration to quantum-resistant cryptography, creating incentives for timely adoption. ## Alternative Solutions **Matt Hougan**, Bitwise CIO, rejected both freezing and letting coins be stolen. He endorsed **Nic Carter's proposal** to place Satoshi's bitcoin into a **legal trust** until ownership can be proven through historical records, avoiding philosophical pitfalls. ## Market Implications Hougan noted the market already treats Satoshi's holdings as **effectively frozen**, making any change more risky than beneficial. The debate remains largely theoretical, with researchers still developing practical post-quantum solutions and no consensus on network response.]]></description> <author>contact@bitcointoday.app (BitcoinToday.app)</author> <category>satoshinakamoto</category> <category>quantumcomputing</category> <category>changpengzhao</category> <category>bitcoinsecurity</category> <category>post-quantumcryptography</category> <enclosure url="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/s3y3vcno/production/58eab2c21500ffeaf7befff78c12ae0576153044-3721x2093.jpg?auto=format&w=960&h=540&crop=focalpoint&fit=clip&q=75&fm=jpg" length="0" type="image/jpg"/> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[Bessent Dismisses Conflict of Interest Concerns Over Trump's $1.4 Billion Crypto Earnings]]></title> <link>https://www.bitcointoday.app/article/bessent-dismisses-conflict-of-interest-concerns-over-trumps-14-billion-crypto-earnings</link> <guid>bessent-dismisses-conflict-of-interest-concerns-over-trumps-14-billion-crypto-earnings</guid> <pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:01:12 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Treasury Secretary **Scott Bessent** addressed the recent disclosure of President Trump's massive crypto earnings, stating he sees **no appearance problem**. According to a financial disclosure released this week, Mr. Trump has earned approximately **$1.4 billion** from his crypto ventures since beginning his second term, including his "meme coin" **$TRUMP** and earnings from **World Liberty Financial**. Congressional Democrats have criticized this windfall, arguing it presents a conflict of interest given the administration's push to loosen crypto regulations. Bessent framed the administration as an **"innovation presidency"** benefiting all Americans through digital access, AI, and the tech ecosystem. White House spokesperson Anna Kelly also stated there are **"no conflicts of interest."** ### Economic Relief on the Horizon Bessent addressed the economic strain from the Iran war, which has driven inflation to **4.2%** and gas prices to $3.83 per gallon. He expressed hope that gas prices could drop to **$3 per gallon** by Labor Day, noting that the administration is nudging retailers to lower prices. Despite a weaker-than-expected June jobs report (57,000 jobs added, below predictions), Bessent described the gap between wage growth (3.5%) and inflation as a **"short-term spike"** and expects **real wage gains** as soon as this month. He believes the stock market's strong performance is predictive of economic recovery. ### Trump Accounts: A Tool for Financial Literacy The White House announced that starting July 4, Americans can contribute to **Trump Accounts**—a federal program helping children under 18 invest in the stock market. Bessent noted that **38% of U.S. households** have no equity market investments, and the program aims to change that. Over **6 million accounts** have been opened so far, and the government will contribute **$1,000** to eligible children born between Jan 1, 2025, and Dec 31, 2028. Wealthy philanthropists like Michael Dell have already donated billions. Bessent emphasized the goal of teaching families the power of **long-term compounding**.]]></description> <author>contact@bitcointoday.app (BitcoinToday.app)</author> <category>scottbessent</category> <category>trumpcrypto</category> <category>trumpaccounts</category> <category>inflation</category> <category>globaleconomy</category> <enclosure url="https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/07/02/e3c8a314-6980-4a33-9a62-8e7458431f01/thumbnail/1200x630/979da6f9db660fc95ee5d8e0c2d3d6eb/bessent.jpg" length="0" type="image/jpg"/> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[Nigel Farage's Promoted Bitcoin Firm Loses 15% of Value: Finance Experts Warn Investors]]></title> <link>https://www.bitcointoday.app/article/nigel-farages-promoted-bitcoin-firm-loses-15-of-value-finance-experts-warn-investors</link> <guid>nigel-farages-promoted-bitcoin-firm-loses-15-of-value-finance-experts-warn-investors</guid> <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:01:28 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[A bitcoin company promoted by **Nigel Farage** has lost over **15% of its asset value**, prompting finance experts to warn against investing in such firms. The Reform UK leader invested **£215,000** in **Stack BTC**, a bitcoin treasury company that buys cryptocurrency on behalf of shareholders. Since its launch in March, the company's investments have fallen **15.48%**, a loss of **£565,000**. The Liberal Democrats have called for a ban on MPs promoting specific financial products, stating: "People should be cautious about buying shares in Farage. His stock is only heading one way." A Reform spokesperson said Farage does not have a brand-ambassador role but simply bought shares. However, Farage appeared in a promotional video spending **£2 million** of the company's money on bitcoin. **Key figures involved:** - **Paul Withers**, owner of Direct Bullion, is the largest shareholder with 20.72%. - **Farage** holds 5.61%. - **Kwasi Kwarteng**, former Conservative chancellor, is executive chair with 3.55%. Farage and Reform UK have called for **deregulation of cryptocurrency** and proposed a "bitcoin reserve fund." His interest in crypto came under scrutiny after receiving a **£5 million undisclosed gift** from crypto billionaire **Christopher Harborne**, leading to a standards probe. **Expert warnings:** - **Susannah Streeter** (Wealth Club): "Such a steep fall shows how brutally volatile these assets remain... companies that simply stack up bitcoin holdings have no diversification cushion." - **Peter Schiff**: "I like Nigel Farage, but I would advise against investing in any bitcoin treasury company." - **Dan Coatsworth** (AJ Bell): "Stack BTC has changed its name multiple times... a red flag." **Lisa Smart MP** (Lib Dem): "It's a disgrace that whilst the country grapples with the cost of living crisis, Nigel Farage is busy encouraging people to put money into highly risky crypto investments." Stack BTC declined to comment.]]></description> <author>contact@bitcointoday.app (BitcoinToday.app)</author> <category>nigelfarage</category> <category>stackbtc</category> <category>bitcointreasury</category> <category>cryptovolatility</category> <category>investmentwarning</category> <enclosure url="https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/8af3280cb471ef74133f525cc543f81a15cf9ad6/426_0_4264_3411/master/4264.jpg?width=1200&height=630&quality=85&auto=format&fit=crop&precrop=40:21,offset-x50,offset-y0&overlay-align=bottom%2Cleft&overlay-width=100p&overlay-base64=L2ltZy9zdGF0aWMvb3ZlcmxheXMvdGctZGVmYXVsdC5wbmc&enable=upscale&s=5f04de749814ea5b777922cbaafe4b62" length="0" type="image/jpg"/> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[SBI Crypto Shuts Down Mining Pool: 2% of Bitcoin Hashrate at Risk]]></title> <link>https://www.bitcointoday.app/article/sbi-crypto-shuts-down-mining-pool-2-of-bitcoin-hashrate-at-risk</link> <guid>sbi-crypto-shuts-down-mining-pool-2-of-bitcoin-hashrate-at-risk</guid> <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 20:01:11 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[SBI Crypto has announced it will **shut down its Bitcoin mining pool** on July 31, 2026, ending a service tied to one of Japan's largest financial groups and giving miners less than a month to redirect their hashrate. The pool will stop accepting mining shares on the cutoff date, and shares submitted after that will not be accepted. The company urged customers to keep mining until the cutoff to be included in the final payout calculation. According to data from Hashrateindex, SBI Crypto's mining pool accounts for **roughly 2% of the Bitcoin network's total hashrate**. The firm did not disclose a reason for the closure, nor did it provide current hashrate figures. SBI Crypto operates under **SBI Group**, the Japanese financial conglomerate. The mining pool opened to the public in 2021, with SBI initially supporting it with about 1.1 EH/s of its own mining power. The shutdown comes as **bitcoin mining remains under pressure** from lower margins, volatile hashrate, and rising operational costs. Bitcoin's hashrate has been falling from its October high as the cryptocurrency's price drops and some miners pivot to AI infrastructure operations. Bitcoin's price has fallen **50% over the past year** from an all-time-high. SBI Crypto was also linked to a **reported $21 million hack** last year, with blockchain investigator ZachXBT pointing to signs similar to North Korean state-backed attacks. However, the shutdown notice does not cite the incident as a reason.]]></description> <author>contact@bitcointoday.app (BitcoinToday.app)</author> <category>sbicrypto</category> <category>bitcoinmining</category> <category>miningpool</category> <category>hashrate</category> <category>bitcoin</category> <enclosure url="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/s3y3vcno/production/e4ca7bbcf33940ac3a79675ca9923d61aeededd5-1920x1077.jpg?auto=format&w=960&h=540&crop=focalpoint&fit=clip&q=75&fm=jpg" length="0" type="image/jpg"/> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[Bitcoin's Rare Red Flag: Only Two Other Times This Happened, Both Ended in Disaster]]></title> <link>https://www.bitcointoday.app/article/bitcoins-rare-red-flag-only-two-other-times-this-happened-both-ended-in-disaster</link> <guid>bitcoins-rare-red-flag-only-two-other-times-this-happened-both-ended-in-disaster</guid> <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:01:32 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[Bitcoin (BTC) closed the first half of 2026 with **two consecutive losing quarters**, a rare pattern that has only occurred twice before—in **2018 and 2022**—both of which were **structural bear markets**. ## A Rare and Alarming Start Bitcoin fell **22.2% in Q1** and another **14.09% in Q2**, according to Coinglass data, trading just above **$59,000** as Q3 began. This marks only the third time in Bitcoin's history that it has opened a year with back-to-back losing quarters. ## Historical Precedent: 2018 and 2022 In both previous instances, the second half offered no rescue: - **2018**: Q3 eked out a 3.6% gain, but Q4 collapsed **42%**. - **2022**: Q3 fell 2.6%, and Q4 dropped nearly **15%**. Both years were driven by specific structural collapses: the **ICO bubble unwinding** in 2018 and the **Terra/FTX failures** in 2022. ## Seasonal Patterns vs. Reality Historically, Bitcoin's **fourth quarter is its strongest**, averaging a **77% gain** with a median near 48%. The **third quarter is the weakest**, often flat. However, in 2018 and 2022, the bear market overrode this seasonality, turning the typically strong Q4 into one of the worst. ## Current Drivers: A Grind, Not a Panic The current downturn appears driven by **steady selling** rather than panic: - **Record outflows** from U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs over the past month. - **Subdued on-chain activity**, with active users near the low end of the range. - **Capital rotation** into AI stocks, which posted their best quarter in years. - A **strong dollar**, further pressured by the Japanese yen's slide to a 40-year low. Analyst Alex Kuptsikevich of FxPro has flagged **$40,000** as the next key support level if current floors give way. Q3 has opened with a slight gain of about 1%, leaving the question open. ## What This Means A sample of two may tell little on its own, and both previous instances involved specific collapses with no exact equivalent today. However, the only other times Bitcoin started a year this weakly, the weakness was a **symptom of something structural** rather than a passing dip. Whether 2026 belongs in that category depends on what drives the selling in the coming months.]]></description> <author>contact@bitcointoday.app (BitcoinToday.app)</author> <category>bitcoin</category> <category>bearmarket</category> <category>quarterlyreturns</category> <category>etfoutflows</category> <category>marketsentiment</category> <enclosure url="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/s3y3vcno/production/e55b3bd61cbe2dcdfda910852d60bdb57088f4c7-4272x2848.jpg?auto=format&w=960&h=540&crop=focalpoint&fit=clip&q=75&fm=jpg" length="0" type="image/jpg"/> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[Strategy Overhauls Its Bitcoin Strategy: What Investors Need to Know]]></title> <link>https://www.bitcointoday.app/article/strategy-overhauls-its-bitcoin-strategy-what-investors-need-to-know</link> <guid>strategy-overhauls-its-bitcoin-strategy-what-investors-need-to-know</guid> <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:01:12 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[**Bitcoin**, the world's largest cryptocurrency, has been walloped this year as the crypto winter has dragged on. Few investors have felt that more than the Bitcoin-treasury company **Strategy** (MSTR), which is essentially a levered play on Bitcoin. Just as leverage lifts gains on the way up, it also exacerbates losses on the way down. Strategy's stock is down close to 45% this year. With Bitcoin trading below $59,000 per token, Strategy just announced a major revamp to its business model. ### Building Up Reserves Strategy rose to prominence in 2020 when former CEO Michael Saylor made a big pivot. The company’s data analytics business was struggling, so Saylor used remaining capital to invest in Bitcoin. The move paid off when Bitcoin took off. Strategy now owns roughly **3% of all outstanding Bitcoin** in circulation and has sparked a wave of Bitcoin-treasury companies. Until now, Strategy never sold Bitcoin. But that is likely to change under the new strategy. The new framework includes five components: - A U.S. dollar reserve policy - A revised preferred stock policy - A digital credit securities repurchase program - A common stock repurchase program - A **Bitcoin monetization program** Strategy's Board of Directors will now require the company to maintain reserves equal to at least one year of preferred stock dividend payments. The company also plans to repurchase up to **$1 billion of its preferred stock** and up to **$1 billion of common stock**. The board has authorized selling Bitcoin from its stockpile to generate up to **$1.25 billion** to fund these initiatives. CEO Phong Le stated: “Strategy is evolving from one-way capital issuance to active capital management. We intend to move between issuing securities when capital is attractive and repurchasing securities when our instruments trade at levels that make buybacks accretive.” ### No Need to Buy the Stock Strategy currently has about $2.55 billion in U.S. dollar reserves. If it sells $1.25 billion of its Bitcoin, it would have $3.8 billion in reserves, covering over 2 years of projected preferred dividends and interest expense. While this adds a buffer, the article argues there is still no need to buy Strategy stock due to its extreme volatility and historical premium to net asset value. The author suggests buying Bitcoin directly if you believe in a rebound.]]></description> <author>contact@bitcointoday.app (BitcoinToday.app)</author> <category>strategy</category> <category>bitcoin</category> <category>cryptowinter</category> <category>corporatetreasury</category> <category>marketsentiment</category> <enclosure url="https://g.foolcdn.com/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.content.foolcdn.com%2Fimages%2F1umn9qeh%2Fproduction%2F108b2c830df6d778e8db9bc62d7a35516802fae9-7360x4912.jpg%3Fw%3D800%26q%3D75%26fit%3Dmax%26auto%3Dformat&w=1200&op=resize" length="0" type="image//image/"/> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[Binance Forced Out of Europe as MiCA Regulations Reshape Crypto Landscape]]></title> <link>https://www.bitcointoday.app/article/binance-forced-out-of-europe-as-mica-regulations-reshape-crypto-landscape</link> <guid>binance-forced-out-of-europe-as-mica-regulations-reshape-crypto-landscape</guid> <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:01:12 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[In a seismic shift for the crypto industry, **Binance**, one of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchanges, has been forced to **cease operations in Europe** after failing to secure a license under the new **Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA)** regulation, effective July 1. ## The Regulatory Earthquake The MiCA regulation imposes stringent requirements on crypto platforms, including governance, capital reserves, internal controls, and cybersecurity. Binance, which boasts over **300 million customers globally**, applied for a license in Greece, hoping to use the "European passport" to operate across all EU countries. Despite promising billions in investments and hiring 1,500 employees for compliance, Greece denied the application. ## Impact on the Market Customers have already withdrawn **€400 million in assets** from Binance last week, signaling a loss of confidence. The exchange's management, caught off guard by the decision on June 13, is now scrambling to secure approval in another EU country, but the process could take months with no guarantee of success. ## Broader Implications Binance is not alone. Hundreds of crypto platforms are expected to exit the European market due to MiCA, marking a **major consolidation** in the industry. This regulation aims to protect investors and ensure stability, but it also raises questions about the future of decentralized finance in Europe. ## What's Next? As the crypto world adapts to this new regulatory reality, the focus shifts to how other exchanges will comply and whether Binance can find a foothold elsewhere in the EU. The industry watches closely as this story unfolds.]]></description> <author>contact@bitcointoday.app (BitcoinToday.app)</author> <category>binance</category> <category>mica</category> <category>europeanunion</category> <category>cryptoregulation</category> <category>cryptocurrency</category> <enclosure url="https://img.lemde.fr/2026/06/29/0/0/4272/2849/664/0/75/0/ab7bc2f_upload-1-fekkimjnpmw4-2025-08-29t053842z-803086518-rc2sgga4qf6d-rtrmadp-3-asia-crypto.JPG" length="0" type="image/JPG"/> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[Bitcoin Faces $4.4 Billion Supply Overhang as Institutional Demand Dries Up]]></title> <link>https://www.bitcointoday.app/article/bitcoin-faces-44-billion-supply-overhang-as-institutional-demand-dries-up</link> <guid>bitcoin-faces-44-billion-supply-overhang-as-institutional-demand-dries-up</guid> <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:01:31 GMT</pubDate> <description>< shows that bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have sold off **71,600 BTC**, worth over **$4 billion**, this month, the largest redemption on record. Meanwhile, corporate treasuries, or digital asset treasury firms, have snapped up just 7,500 BTC. Add to that the fresh coins mined each day, and the net figure comes to around **-77,000 BTC ($4.4 billion)**. In other words, **more supply is hitting the market than the biggest players are absorbing**, creating what analysts call a "supply overhang." Big-money vehicles are actually adding to the selling pressure. Against this backdrop, **Strategy (MSTR)**, the largest bitcoin digital asset company, announced a BTC monetization plan on Monday, authorizing up to **$1.25 billion in potential bitcoin sales**, mainly to build a $2.55 billion U.S. dollar reserve to cover preferred dividends and interest expenses. These developments suggest that **any price bounce is likely to be short-lived**, unless those flows flip positive and institutional demand returns. It's a key signal for traders watching whether the recovery has real fuel or is just temporary. What looks like an [lopsided bullish dollar positioning](https://www.coindesk.com/daybook-us/2026/06/29/dollar-u-s-treasury-yield-market-positions-may-carry-glimmer-of-hope-for-bitcoin) in the FX market is the only factor supporting BTC right now. Stay alert! ## What's trending - **UK to lower stablecoin capital buffers**, undercutting EU's MiCA requirements (CoinDesk): The U.K.'s financial services regulator cut the amount of financial backing stablecoin issuers need to set aside to **1%** of the total value of their stablecoins issued. It was previously 2%. - **Bitcoin's correlation with dollar-yen rate hits -0.90**, undercutting 'carry trade' theory (CoinDesk): The 52-week rolling correlation coefficient between bitcoin's price in dollars on Coinbase and the dollar-yen pair has dropped to **-0.90**, the most negative reading since late 2022. - **Oil set for steepest quarterly loss since 2020** as traders focus on US-Iran talks (Reuters): Oil prices are heading for their biggest quarterly loss since early 2020, with investors eyeing potential U.S.-Iran talks amid a strained interim ceasefire. - **SEC wins $5.5 million default judgment** over alleged fake crypto platform NanoBit (CoinDesk): A federal judge in New York entered a $5.5 million default ruling against NanoBit Ltd. and five related defendants over an alleged relationship-investment scam. ## Today's signal  The chart shows daily swings in the **solana-ether (SOL/ETH) ratio** since March 2025. The ratio's 50-day simple moving average (SMA) is crossing above the 200-day SMA, confirming a **"golden crossover"** — a sign of a long-term bullish shift in momentum. The signal indicates that **solana might stage a bull run against ether** in the coming weeks and months.]]></description> <author>contact@bitcointoday.app (BitcoinToday.app)</author> <category>bitcoin</category> <category>etfoutflows</category> <category>supplyoverhang</category> <category>institutionaldemand</category> <category>strategymstr</category> <enclosure url="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/s3y3vcno/production/fc233ab8578b6c77a4f8151135aff9db0d7ded7e-1500x825.jpg?auto=format&w=960&h=540&crop=focalpoint&fit=clip&q=75&fm=jpg" length="0" type="image/jpg"/> </item> </channel> </rss>