In a surge of activity that may mark a pivotal moment for Bitcoin and the broader crypto market, a diverse set of publicly traded companies and financial institutions are now aggressively building digital asset reserves—led by Bitcoin, but increasingly extending into newer, execution-focused blockchains.

Those jumping in are finding the attention a company gains when announcing a large crypto investment is almost instantly boosting interest in their stock, with many seeing gains of 20% or more immediately following the announcement. 

From biotech firms to Wall Street giants, the message is clear: digital assets are no longer fringe experiments, but strategic assets with growing roles in treasury management, investment diversification, and future-facing innovation.

Medical Meets Bitcoin: Prenetics Buys $20 Million in BTC..

In a headline that once would’ve sounded like satire, a life sciences company has made one of the largest crypto purchases in its industry to date. Prenetics Global Limited, a genomics and diagnostics leader based in Hong Kong, acquired 187.42 Bitcoin—roughly $20 million—at an average price of $106,712 per BTC.

While unrelated to its core operations in DNA testing and personalized medicine, the company sees Bitcoin as a long-term complement to its mission. CEO Danny Yeung believes “genomics, personalized medicine, and digital assets will intersect,” envisioning a future where blockchain and healthcare co-evolve to redefine how we view longevity, privacy, and generational wealth.

Lion Group Bets Big on DeFi with $600M Credit Line

Meanwhile, Lion Group Holding, a Nasdaq-listed firm, has secured a massive $600 million credit facility to accumulate Solana (SOL), Sui (SUI), and a relatively new but rapidly emerging token: Hyperliquid (HYPE). Through this initiative, dubbed “HYPE Treasury,” the company aims to position these assets—especially HYPE—as foundational pillars for an on-chain derivatives and treasury strategy.

“HYPE, with decentralized sequencing, fits into our vision of scalable DeFi systems,” said CEO Wilson Wang. The firm is even considering dual listings on the Tokyo and Singapore stock exchanges, signaling ambitions to globalize what could be the first HYPE-based treasury structure in Asia.

This move further reflects the growing trend of companies not just investing in crypto, but aligning their business models with decentralized finance itself.

Semler Shifts Focus: Aiming for 105,000 BTC and a New Director of Bitcoin Strategy

Joining the institutional frenzy, Semler Scientific, a medical diagnostics firm, is prioritizing Bitcoin accumulation over its core operations. The company has revealed plans to purchase up to 105,000 BTC—roughly 0.5% of Bitcoin’s fixed 21 million coin supply.

To guide this strategic shift, Semler hired renowned Bitcoin researcher Joe Burnett as its Director of Bitcoin Strategy. Burnett’s background includes roles at Unchained and Blockware Solutions, indicating a deliberate pivot toward deep crypto expertise.

Semler’s bold play adds fuel to a new narrative: that public companies may soon see Bitcoin not just as a hedge—but as a primary reserve asset.

BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF Nears $70 Billion AUM...

And then there’s BlackRock—the world’s largest asset manager—whose Bitcoin ETF, the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), has amassed nearly $70 billion in assets under management. This accounts for over 3.25% of the total BTC supply and more than half of the market share among all U.S.-listed spot Bitcoin ETFs.

The sheer size and speed of IBIT’s growth underscore what analysts have hinted at for months: institutional adoption is accelerating, and it’s no longer speculative. According to Brickken analyst Emmanuel Cardozo, “institutional players are here for the long run.”

What This Means: Short-Term and Long-Term Outlook...

In the short term, these moves could spark increased price stability and renewed upside momentum for Bitcoin and select altcoins. Institutional buying reduces circulating supply and raises confidence in BTC as a safe-haven asset—especially in volatile macroeconomic conditions.

At the same time, the entry of companies outside traditional finance—such as medical and biotech firms—suggests Bitcoin is transcending its role as just "digital gold" to become a strategic reserve for a variety of industries.

In the long term, this convergence of crypto with sectors like genomics, diagnostics, and asset management may birth entirely new hybrid financial models. We could see decentralized protocols serving as backbone infrastructure for corporate treasury management, health data systems, or even personalized asset portfolios for individuals.

As companies like Semler, Prenetics, and Lion Group pivot their balance sheets and strategic direction toward blockchain, and with giants like BlackRock normalizing BTC on Wall Street, the message to competitors is simple: adapt or risk irrelevance in the age of decentralized capital.

In Conclusion...

The era of speculative crypto hype may be ending, but what’s taking its place is far more profound: a reshaping of corporate finance where digital assets are no longer optional. Whether Bitcoin becomes the new gold standard of the corporate world or just one of several strategic assets remains to be seen—but the race is undeniably on.

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Author: Ross Davis
Silicon Valley Newsroom
GCP | Breaking Crypto News

Bitcoin just broke past $109,500, setting a new all-time high and officially leapfrogging Amazon in market cap. That puts BTC in the heavyweight category—now the fifth most valuable asset on the planet. Next up on its leaderboard hit list: Apple, Nvidia, Microsoft, and the big one—gold.

So, what’s fueling this meteoric rise? It’s not just hype. We're seeing a powerful mix of institutional money, rising retail investor confidence, and a macro environment that’s turning in Bitcoin’s favor. Risk-on assets are back in play, and Bitcoin’s looking like the king of that hill.

Importantly, this isn’t some knee-jerk spike off a news headline. The price movement is broad-based and organic—a sign that momentum could be sustainable rather than just a flash in the pan.

What’s Next?

Bitcoin’s now flirting with the $110K mark, a zone packed with liquidity. That means we could hover around this zone for awhile. But not everyone's expecting a cooldown.

Market analyst Willy Woo, for one, thinks we’re just getting started. On X this morning, he posted: “Once BTC properly breaks the all-time highs, the move to $118k will be very fast.” 

In Conclusion

Bitcoin is no longer knocking on the door—it’s already inside the house with the big players. And with its capped supply, frictionless digital transferability, and apolitical foundation, it’s positioned unlike anything else on Wall Street. As trust in institutions gets shakier and the world grows more digital and decentralized, Bitcoin’s rise feels less like a trend—and more like a tectonic shift.

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Author: Ross Davis
Silicon Valley Newsroom
GCP | Breaking Crypto News

The recent surge in gold prices isn't just a reaction to market jitters—it's a signal flare. Investors are flocking to safe havens, but there’s another asset riding this wave with a different kind of momentum: Bitcoin. Often dubbed “digital gold,” BTC is increasingly seen as both a refuge and a revolutionary financial instrument.

As gold crosses the $3,300 per ounce mark, and even hit a record $3,500 briefly in April, Bitcoin has been quietly staging a comeback of its own. It’s not just shadowing gold—it’s carving its own path, powered by a new generation of investors who see beyond tradition and into the future.

The Uncertain World Fuels the Rush

We’re living through another wave of economic turbulence. With global trade tensions escalating—especially after President Trump’s aggressive new tariffs on over 60 countries, including a staggering 245% on Chinese imports—the world feels like it's on edge. In return, China upped its own tariffs to 125%, triggering fears of an all-out trade war.

Naturally, investors turn to safety. Gold is the old guard: tangible, familiar, and stable. Bitcoin, meanwhile, is for those who believe the digital age requires digital solutions. Both assets are benefitting, but the why behind each is telling.

Gold ETFs saw $8 billion in net inflows just three weeks ago—a record. Meanwhile, Bitcoin surged 10% following Trump’s tariff announcement (dubbed “Liberation Day” by crypto fans), jumping from $85K to $97K before settling around $94K. That's still 13% below its all-time high, but the confidence is building.

A New Kind of Safe Haven

What’s striking is how Bitcoin and gold are starting to move in tandem. From April 7–21, gold rose 15%, and Bitcoin was right behind it at 12%. Analysts at Kobeissi called this a “flight to decentralized, inflation-protected assets”—a sign investors aren’t just seeking safety, they’re seeking sovereignty.

The Pearson correlation shows that Bitcoin and gold are aligning more, while distancing from major stock indices like the Nasdaq and S&P 500. That’s a strong indicator that Bitcoin is evolving into a legitimate store of value—not just a speculative bet.

Gold Is Old Money. Bitcoin Is Asymmetric Opportunity.

Gold’s market cap sits around $22 trillion. It's massive, mature, and stable, with demand from jewelry to industrial use. But that maturity comes with a ceiling—growth is slow, and supply can still increase with new mining operations.

Bitcoin? Entirely capped at 21 million coins. That built-in scarcity is rocket fuel for price potential. Its current market cap—around $1.8 trillion—is tiny by comparison, which means massive upside if adoption scales.

Big names are bullish. MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor sees BTC hitting $140K this cycle. ARK Invest’s Cathie Wood goes further—forecasting a $2.4 trillion valuation long-term if institutional adoption takes off and governments start treating BTC as a strategic reserve.

In Conclusion

Gold is doing what gold does best—providing stability in unstable times. But Bitcoin is doing something more: it's reframing the very definition of value in a digitized world. One is rooted in the past; the other is aligned with the future.

As global uncertainty continues to stir the pot, both assets are attracting attention—but for very different reasons. Gold offers reassurance. Bitcoin offers revolution. And if current trends hold, we may be witnessing not just a rally, but a rebalancing of how the world defines and defends wealth.

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Author: Oliver Redding
Seattle Newsdesk  / Breaking Crypto News

Jack Mallers is the fonder of Strike, (which to me has always seemed like the all-crypto version of Cash App) and now heads a 2nd venture as he has just been named CEO of a new company called Twenty One, and he’s not wasting any time setting the tone. His mission? Overtake Michael Saylor and Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) as the biggest corporate holder of bitcoin.

In a Bloomberg Technology interview, Mallers laid it out plain: Twenty One isn’t trying to be a fintech, a bank, or a crypto hedge fund. It’s a Bitcoin-first, Bitcoin-only company. Everything it does—from the products it builds to how it returns value to investors—is centered on one goal: stacking sats and scaling hard.

“We want to be the best vehicle for investors to gain exposure to bitcoin in the public markets,” Mallers said - making it clear they want to be seen as an official competitor to Michael Saylor and Strategy. 

The idea for Twenty One came after years of deep involvement in Bitcoin infrastructure—Mallers has worked alongside Tether and played a major role in Bitcoin adoption efforts in El Salvador. Now he’s aiming to do what no one else has done: build a public company from scratch that’s Bitcoin-native from day one. No pivoting from old-school industries. No legacy baggage.

On the other side of the ring is Michael Saylor, who’s basically become the poster child for corporate Bitcoin accumulation. With over 530,000 BTC in Strategy’s vaults, Saylor’s been rewriting the playbook for capital markets—raising billions via bitcoin-backed bonds and preferred stock to fuel the company’s ever-growing stack.

Mallers isn’t denying Saylor’s influence—in fact, he says Saylor was part of the inspiration. But where Saylor is evolving a decades-old company into a Bitcoin vehicle, Mallers is building the future from scratch. It’s new-school vs. old-school, and the battleground is Bitcoin.

Realistically, Twenty One's goal of catching up to Strategy is a long shot, at least when it comes to total Bitcoin held.  The company will launch with 43,000 BTC in hand which is a massive amount in any other circumstance, except comparing it with Strategy's 530,000 BTC.

Where they can make a name for themselves is becoming the company currently accumulating the most Bitcoin, while Saylor is unlikely to be dethroned as the one who currently holds the most Bitcoin.

Is This a Good Thing? 

It's easy to get caught up in the immediate effects of companies fighting over who can accumulate the most Bitcoin, as the immediate result is driving up the price. When it comes to supply and demand, whales with huge appetites obviously add a lot of momentum to the 'demand' end. 

But it's also putting the power to crash the entire market in the hands of a very small group of people. Of course, Saylor and really any investor with a basic understanding of the market would never dump 530K BTC onto the market at once, that obliterates their own profits as the market would have crashed long before even half of the coins were sold.

However, even a smaller portion like 10% for example - in the case of Strategy, that's still over $3 billion in BTC flooding the market, which would probably sent Bitcoin's price down by $10,000 to $15,000.  Then when you consider this may trigger another large holder to panic - it's not just about how many tokens one major holder sells, it's the total amount they sell + scare others in to selling when a sizeable red candle appears.

Then there's the obvious argument against companies trying to get as much Bitcoin as possible - remember, decentralization? It's easy to forget in a story about 2 companies who want it all.


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Author: Adam Lee
Asia News Desk 
Breaking Crypto News

GameStop used to be the ultimate meme-stock after the massive gains it made thanks to Reddit’s r/WallStreetBets.

But lately, it’s not making quite the same level of noise. While it’s still a name that sparks strong opinions, GME has drifted into the mid-$20 range for most of the past year, with only a short-lived stint in the $30s. 

On Tuesday after the bell, the company reported an earnings beat, posting 30 cents per share on $1.28 billion in revenue. For fans tracking its financial health, the real eye-opener might be GME’s free cash flow, which turned positive: $158.8 million this year compared with last year’s negative $18.7 million.

But the real big news...

GameStop’s board has unanimously approved a update to the company’s investment policy: The company can hold Bitcoin. Yep, that means GME is clearing a path to hold BTC on its balance sheet. Sure, buying in a few years ago might’ve been a jackpot move when Bitcoin was just a fraction of the price it is now? Still, better late than never, and hardcore Bitcoin maximalists will actually tell you that this is still early.

While we don't know how much they plan to buy, we do know they're sitting on about $4.7 billion in cash, which is a massive war chest for a company with an $11.35 billion market cap. The decision to diversify into Bitcoin signals that management is open to some of the new trends shaping modern finance.

By integrating Bitcoin into its treasury strategy, GME might attract a new wave of tech-savvy retail investors, the same crowd that invests in MicroStrategy, the company that owns more Bitcoin than any other business or person. That synergy between loyal shareholders and forward-thinking decisions could work in GameStop’s favor.

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Author: Mark Pippen
London Newsroom
GlobalCryptoPress | Breaking Crypto News

Today we're learning the story of a Bitcoin block that was mined just a couple days ago by a solo miner, surprising the crypto community by successfully mining block #887,212 with just a 480 GH/s Bitaxe rig.

For some perspective, these mini-miners earn about $3 per year - yes you're reading that correctly, per year - that is, unless it happens to be the one to mine a new block.  Running a small rig like this is often compared to buying a lotto ticket, except you only need to pay once and get to play every day.

The Odds...

This miner was using solo.ckpool, a popular choice among individual miners looking to strike digital gold without joining massive pools.

Pool developer Con Kolivas emphasized how remarkable this feat was, estimating that similar rigs have less than a one-in-a-million daily chance of solving a block. Statistically speaking, the average wait time for success with a rig this size is roughly 3,500 years.

To put this into perspective, industrial-scale Bitcoin miners commonly run setups about 2000% more powerful, so beating them with a rig this size is extremely rare.

Tiny Rig, Huge Payoff

This miner earned a reward of about $260,000 at the time, or 3.15 BTC plus an extra 0.025 BTC from transaction fees, according to mempool.space.

Adding to the surprise, the Bitaxe rig used in this incredible win was ultra-affordable, selling for around $90 on Ebay.

Solo Mining Faces Giants

Today, Bitcoin mining is dominated by major players like Foundry USA, whose massive hashrate primarily comes from publicly traded giants such as Cipher Mining, Bitfarms, and Hut 8. MARA Holdings, another heavy hitter, even operates its own dedicated MARA Pool.

Unlike commercial mining hardware that's typically proprietary, Bitaxe offers open-source solutions. Enthusiasts like Skot claim that open-source mining better reflects Bitcoin's core decentralized spirit—making this rare win even sweeter for Bitcoin purists.

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Author: Mark Pippen
London Newsroom
GlobalCryptoPress | Breaking Crypto News

ST. ASAPH, DENBIGHSHIRE, UK - February 24, 2025 - STGEnergy has announced the launch of its new cloud mining platform, designed to make cryptocurrency mining accessible to everyday users without requiring specialized equipment or technical expertise.

The UK-based company offers a solution that allows individuals to participate in cryptocurrency mining through a rental model, where users can purchase computing power contracts to mine popular cryptocurrencies including Dogecoin and Bitcoin.

"Cloud mining represents a significant democratization of cryptocurrency mining, removing traditional barriers to entry such as expensive hardware purchases and technical know-how," said a spokesperson for STGEnergy. "Our platform is designed to make this technology accessible to everyone."

According to industry analysts, cloud mining platforms like STGEnergy are gaining popularity as cryptocurrencies continue to mature as an asset class. The company claims its platform features efficient computing power allocation, robust security measures, and transparent pricing structures.

The service operates on a contract basis, with users selecting mining packages for specific durations. STGEnergy manages all technical aspects including hardware maintenance, electricity costs, and cooling systems. The company reports that earnings are calculated and settled every 24 hours, with the initial investment returned upon contract completion.

New users receive a $15 sign-up bonus and can choose from various contract options based on their investment goals. The platform includes a user dashboard for monitoring mining operations and earnings.

STGEnergy is based in St. Asaph, Denbighshire, UK and offers 24/7 customer support for platform users.

For more information about STGEnergy and its cloud mining services, visit their official website at STGEnergy.com

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About STGEnergy:
STGEnergy is a cloud mining platform based in the United Kingdom that provides cryptocurrency mining services to users worldwide. The company focuses on creating accessible mining solutions that don't require technical expertise or significant hardware investments.

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By now you've probably heard of the staggering blow to crypto exchange Bybit, as they confirmed a massive $1.4 billion exploit, making it the largest crypto hack on record

We're now learning some additional details - according to Bybit CEO Ben Zhou, the attacker compromised one of the exchange’s Ethereum cold wallets, siphoning off huge quantities of ETH and stETH by manipulating a single transaction.

Bybit’s CEO says the hacker got hold of the private keys to a specific ETH cold wallet and transferred the funds to an unknown address. Top blockchain analytics groups like ZachXBT and Arkham Intelligence have verified these massive outflows, with Arkham noting that the stolen funds are now being split and sold through multiple addresses.

Is User Money Safe?

Zhou insists that other Bybit wallets weren’t impacted. The platform is still processing withdrawals—99% of user requests have reportedly gone through without a hitch. Bybit is maintaining they have enough liquidity to honor customer withdrawals in full.

Setting a New Record...

This new $1.4 billion hack officially takes the top spot for the largest theft in crypto history. It surpasses both the Ronin Network’s $625 million loss and the $611 million Poly Network exploit, both of which rocked the market in 2022.

Catching the Hacker...

The biggest hack is now offering the biggest reward, up to $140,000,000 (10% of total hacked funds) for anyone who can track down who is responsible.

This is bad news for the hacker, because unless we're looking at a government sponsored action (such as North Korea) you can be sure the hacker bragged about his accomplishment at least within a small circle of fellow hackers - if so, with a reward this size someone is bound to turn on them.

Blockchain researcher ZachXBT was among the first to flag the suspicious outflows. He reports the stolen ETH has been split across 39 different addresses—likely an attempt to hide the funds and evade tracking.

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Author: Adam Lee 
Asia News Desk / Breaking Crypto News

The race to integrate Bitcoin into state treasuries is heating up. So far, 20 U.S. states have introduced bills aiming to accumulate BTC as a financial asset—but Utah is pulling ahead with real legislative momentum.

A new bill, HB 230, just cleared a major hurdle. The “Digital Innovation and Blockchain Amendments” bill, which could allow the state treasurer to allocate public funds into Bitcoin, has now been formally introduced to the Utah Senate’s Revenue and Taxation Committee.

Back in January, the bill passed Utah’s House of Representatives with an 8-1 vote, and on February 7, it advanced to the Senate for its first reading. If enacted, up to 5% of Utah’s state funds could be invested in “qualified digital assets”—a category that, under the bill’s criteria, currently includes only one cryptocurrency: Bitcoin.

Utah's HB 230 isn’t just about buying Bitcoin...

It also lays the groundwork for regulatory oversight, custody protocols, and even permits the treasurer to engage in staking and lending of crypto assets under certain conditions. Additionally, the bill introduces new rules around stablecoin investments, reflecting the broader push to formalize crypto within government finance. The proposal is spearheaded by Utah Rep. Jordan Teuscher.

If it keeps gaining traction, the bill could take effect on May 7, 2025. And according to Dennis Porter, CEO of Satoshi Action Fund, Utah is positioned to be the first U.S. state with an official Bitcoin treasury, thanks to its tight 45-day legislative session.

This state-level push follows Donald Trump has floating the idea of a Federal Bitcoin Reserve - his 'crypto task force' is already exploring ways to make it happen. In an interview with Bloomberg President Trump says he believes that if the U.S. doesn’t move fast, rival nations will.

As Utah moves forward, all eyes are on whether this bill will set a precedent for other states looking to put Bitcoin on their balance sheets.

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Author: Ross Davis
Silicon Valley Newsroom
GCP | Breaking Crypto News