🇷🇺Russia bans crypto mining in 6 regions to manage energy, while considering strategic Bitcoin reserve amid global trends.

🚨 MicroStrategy is set to hold an extraordinary general meeting of shareholders to vote on 2 proposals aimed at strengthening its $42 billion Bitcoin investment plan.

🇺🇸 IRS says crypto staking is taxable.

Crypto staking should trigger a tax liability as soon as it is completed.

Justin Sun denies Ethereum sell-off rumors, saying they are just internal wallet movements. He maintains a bullish long-term outlook for ETH.

Elon Musk's xAI raises $6 billion to expand generative AI. Investors include Andreessen Horowitz and BlackRock. Goal: improve Grok and compete with OpenAI.#xAI#AI #Technology

Tron has officially launched its first artificial intelligence (AI) agent protocol, integrated into memecoin launchpad Sun Pump. This new tool aims to strengthen Sun Pump’s position in the blockchain ecosystem, targeting the rapidly growing market for AI solutions. This move marks a strategic step for Tron, seeking to establish itself as a key player in the convergence between blockchain and artificial intelligence.

🚨Matador announces the addition of $4.5 million worth of#Bitcointo its corporate treasury with BTC.

🚨 MicroStrategy acquires 5,262#Bitcoinat an average price of 106,662,$ for approximately $561 million.

As of December 22, 2024, MicroStrategy holds 444,262 BTC acquired at an average price of $62,257.

Metaplanet, a Japanese investment firm, has added 619.70 BTC to its holdings, bringing its total to 1,762 BTC. The purchase, made when the price of Bitcoin was below $100,000, is worth around $60 million, with an average purchase price of $75,600 per Bitcoin. Metaplanet aims to make Bitcoin accumulation an official part of its business, considering various financial means to continue acquiring and holding BTC.

Trump has appointed Bo Hines, a former college football player and Republican candidate. Reporting to David Sacks, Trump’s “crypto czar,” Hines will work to encourage innovation and growth in the field. The move is part of Trump’s promise to create a regulatory framework that is favorable to digital assets.

Michael Saylor suggère à Jeff Bezos d'acheter 600 millions de dollars de #Bitcoin 👀

🇸🇻El Salvador has strengthened its bitcoin portfolio by adding an additional 11 BTC. This new acquisition reflects its position as a pioneer in Bitcoin adoption. Led by @nayibbukele .

🇺🇸 The SEC fined Tai Mo Shan Ltd., a subsidiary of Jump Trading, $123 million for attempting to artificially prop up the TerraUSD stablecoin.

The company is accused of misleading investors by creating an illusion of stability, engaging in heavy trading to keep the peg at $1.

🇺🇸 MicroStrategy has appointed Brian Brooks, former CEO of Binance US, and two other people to its board of directors.

🇺🇸Richard Heart, the founder of HEX, is wanted by Interpol and Europol on charges of tax evasion and assault.

Trust Wallet has fixed a bug that caused crypto balances to disappear and reappear, causing panic among users. The issue affected several tokens but has now been resolved, ensuring that assets are safe. $BNB $TWT

MicroStrategy founder Michael Saylor has proposed the creation of a strategic Bitcoin reserve, supported by Donald Trump, to establish standards in the cryptocurrency industry. This initiative aims to position the United States as a leader in the sector, while promoting Bitcoin as a strategic asset. Saylor emphasizes the importance of clear regulation and adoption to strengthen the stability and growth of the crypto market.

Kraken and Ripple Contribute $6 Million to Donald Trump's Inauguration: Kraken with $1 Million and Ripple with $5 Million in XRP

Tether announced a $775 million strategic investment in Rumble, a video and media platform. The move aims to strengthen Tether’s ties to emerging technologies and online freedom of expression. Following the announcement, Rumble’s shares jumped 44.6%, reflecting strong market interest in the collaboration.

Japan's Metaplanet raised $60.6 million in bonds to buy more Bitcoin.