Arizona has solidified its position as a trailblazer in the realm of digital assets by becoming the second U.S. state to enact a bitcoin reserve bill into law, following New Hampshire's recent legislative move. Governor Katie Hobbs signed House Bill 2749 on Wednesday, paving the way for the establishment of a crypto reserve fund. The legislation, championed by Representative … [Read more...] about Arizona advances crypto integration with bitcoin reserve law
Bitcoin holds firm as Nasdaq plunges, hinting at decoupling trend
Bitcoin is showing signs of resilience as U.S. equities extend their steep decline, raising fresh hopes among crypto investors that the digital asset is finally decoupling from traditional risk markets. … [Read more...] about Bitcoin holds firm as Nasdaq plunges, hinting at decoupling trend
Swiss central bank rejects Bitcoin as reserve asset, citing volatility
The Swiss National Bank (SNB) has no plans to hold Bitcoin as a reserve asset, according to its president, Martin Schlegel. Speaking on March 1, 2025, Schlegel dismissed the idea of incorporating the world’s largest cryptocurrency into Switzerland’s official reserves, citing concerns over volatility and its lack of suitability (stability, liquidity, and security) as a monetary … [Read more...] about Swiss central bank rejects Bitcoin as reserve asset, citing volatility
Trump administration floats bitcoin as part of U.S. sovereign wealth fund
The United States may soon place bitcoin at the center of its financial strategy, with President Donald Trump’s administration considering its inclusion in a potential sovereign wealth fund. Brian Sacks, Trump’s crypto advisor, recently unveiled this proposal, highlighting bitcoin’s potential as a strategic reserve asset to strengthen America’s financial leadership. … [Read more...] about Trump administration floats bitcoin as part of U.S. sovereign wealth fund
Pennsylvania introduces bill for bitcoin reserve
The new bill, called the Pennsylvania Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Act, introduced in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives on Thursday, is the first of its kind and would allow the state’s treasury to allocate up to 10% of its roughly $7 billion state funds into bitcoin as a way to help combat inflation and diversify its investments beyond traditional assets like bonds and … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania introduces bill for bitcoin reserve
Bitcoin reserve gains bipartisan traction as U.S. lawmakers explore new digital strategy
Momentum is building in Washington for the establishment of a U.S. strategic Bitcoin reserve, as lawmakers from both parties see potential benefits in securing the nation’s foothold in the digital asset economy. The proposal has drawn support from key members of Congress, who argue that holding Bitcoin could bolster the country’s financial resilience and provide a hedge against … [Read more...] about Bitcoin reserve gains bipartisan traction as U.S. lawmakers explore new digital strategy
Louisiana integrates cryptocurrency for state payments
Louisiana State Treasurer Dr. John Fleming announced the integration, which allows residents to pay for state services using Bitcoin, Bitcoin Lightning, and USD Coin. The first payment was successfully made to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. … [Read more...] about Louisiana integrates cryptocurrency for state payments
Carrefour’s Bitcoin acceptance marks pivotal shift in retail sector
The Carrefour Express in Rouen has begun accepting Bitcoin payments, signaling a transformative moment for the global retail industry. This move aligns with a growing trend where major corporations explore cryptocurrency as a legitimate payment method, seeking to modernize consumer transactions and tap into a tech-savvy demographic. … [Read more...] about Carrefour’s Bitcoin acceptance marks pivotal shift in retail sector