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Bitcoin and crypto focused prediction market platform Polymarket is preparing its most significant infrastructure upgrade to date, rolling out a rebuilt trading system alongside a new native stablecoin designed to replace bridged collateral and streamline on-chain activity. The overhaul, described by the company as a “full exchange upgrade,” is expected to go live over the

Second, a new Bitcoin development lab, has gained attention recently as it drew in yet another former Blockstream employee known as “Grubles”, with over 8 years of engineering at the company. Bark, Second’s lead product, promises to deliver a next-generation “Fast, low-fee, self-custodial” wallet.  After 8+ years, today is my last day at Blockstream. It’s

Despite mounting geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, bitcoin reclaimed the $70,000 mark on Monday, supported by Strategy’s latest acquisition of 4,871 bitcoins. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin hit $70,355 on April 6, keeping market cap near $1.4T despite Iran rejecting U.S. ceasefire. Michael Saylor’s company Strategy bought 4,871 BTC worth $329.9M, reinforcing institutional demand. Bitfinex warns

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Strive has expanded its Bitcoin treasury with a new acquisition of 113 BTC, reinforcing a steady accumulation strategy among publicly traded firms increasingly treating Bitcoin as a core balance-sheet asset. According to a recent filing, the company purchased the Bitcoin for approximately $7.75 million, implying an average price near $68,584 per BTC. The latest addition

A 10 billion yen blockchain bond launched earlier this year by SBI Holdings may say more about Japan’s XRP ambitions than any price prediction could. Crypto commentator Stellar Rippler brought the SBI CEO’s remarks to light, sparking fresh debate over XRP’s outlook. SBI’s Long Game With Ripple The Tokyo-based financial giant issued the bond in

Sales of bitcoin by prominent holders and executive exits could give hope to the battered crypto sector. Updated Apr 6, 2026, 4:33 p.m. Published Apr 6, 2026, 4:28 p.m. 2 min read Make preferred on Crypto has added to a Sunday rally, with bitcoin BTC $73,594.78 rising above $70,000 in quiet post-Easter U.S. trading hours.