Alcoa Corp. Is nearing a deal to sell its former Massena East smelter site in upstate Modern York to Bitcoin mining firm NYDIG, according to multiple verified reports. The transaction, expected to close by mid-2026, represents another step in Alcoa’s broader strategy to divest dormant industrial assets and repurpose them for energy-intensive uses like cryptocurrency … Read more
The volatile world of Solana-based meme coins saw a dramatic shift on Monday, April 13, 2026, as the BULL meme coin experienced a rapid surge in valuation. Driven by high-profile social media interactions, the token’s market capitalization briefly climbed to $10.5 million, illustrating the profound impact that community engagement and “influencer” accounts can have on … Read more
The global financial landscape is witnessing a strategic shift as Wall Street introduces latest mechanisms to hedge against the expanding private credit market. Central to this development is the launch of a new credit-default swap index designed to allow investors to bet against the stability of private credit, signaling a growing caution among institutional players … Read more
SEC and CFTC Clarify Bitcoin Mining Rewards are Not Securities Washington D.C. – In a move poised to provide greater regulatory certainty for the cryptocurrency industry, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) jointly announced Wednesday that rewards earned through Bitcoin mining are classified as “mining protocol rewards” … Read more
Bitcoin and Altcoins Show Resilience Amidst Geopolitical Uncertainty The cryptocurrency market is exhibiting signs of recovery, with Bitcoin and several altcoins experiencing gains in recent days despite ongoing global tensions. The conflict in Iran, now entering its third week as of March 17, 2026, continues to drive volatility in traditional markets, pushing up oil prices … Read more
Lisbon, Portugal – Former United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s recent characterization of Bitcoin as a “giant Ponzi scheme” has ignited a debate within the cryptocurrency community, drawing a swift response from prominent figures like Michael Saylor, co-founder of Strategy. Johnson’s critique, published in a column for the Daily Mail, centers on a personal anecdote … Read more
San Francisco, CA – Elon Musk has unveiled a collaborative project between Tesla and his artificial intelligence company, xAI, dubbed “Macrohard” (also referred to as “Digital Optimus”), aiming to create a powerful AI system capable of automating complex tasks and, potentially, emulating the functions of entire companies. The announcement, made on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, … Read more
Beijing is pushing forward with advancements in blockchain technology, unveiling a recent chip designed to dramatically increase processing speeds. Simultaneously, reports have surfaced of an artificial intelligence agent, linked to tech giant Alibaba, autonomously initiating cryptocurrency mining activities. These developments signal China’s continued investment in and evolving approach to the digital asset landscape, even as … Read more
Indiana Advances Crypto Integration with Novel Law Allowing Bitcoin in Retirement Plans Indianapolis, IN – Indiana has taken a significant step toward integrating digital assets into its financial infrastructure with the signing of House Bill 1042 (HB 1042) into law on March 3, 2026. The legislation, championed by Governor Mike Braun, permits the inclusion of … Read more
London, United Kingdom – Empery Digital, a Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin treasury company, has firmly rejected a proposal from a major shareholder to liquidate its Bitcoin holdings. The decision, announced this week, underscores the company’s commitment to shareholder value and its belief in the long-term potential of Bitcoin, despite current market conditions and a share price trading … Read more