Author: Teererai Mukonavanhu

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The SEC reportedly investigates whether Coinbase inflated its user metrics in its public filings

May 16, 2025 2 mins read

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is currently investigating Coinbase to determine if the cryptocurrency exchange misled investors by overstating its user metrics during its public debut in 2021. This investigation was first reported by The New York Times, which cited anonymous sources indicating that the SEC is examining Coinbase’s past disclosures, particularly its registration statement for its direct listing. At that time, Coinbase claimed to have over 100

A crypto advisor to Donald Trump launches a $300 million bitcoin investment company

May 13, 2025 1 min read

David Bailey, a prominent crypto advisor and CEO of BTC Inc., is set to launch a new bitcoin investment company named Nakamoto, with an ambitious goal of attracting traditional investors to the digital asset market. The company has successfully raised $300 million, comprising $200 million in equity and $100 million in convertible debt, although the official announcement of this funding has yet to be made. The name “Nakamoto” pays homage

Russia’s Central Bank to launch a crypto exchange for “highly qualified investors”

April 24, 2025 1 min read

Russia’s Central Bank and Finance Ministry are set to establish a crypto exchange aimed at “highly qualified investors,” as reported by Interfax. This initiative is part of a broader effort to legalize crypto assets and move crypto operations into a regulated environment. Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov emphasized that while the exchange will not operate domestically, it will function under an experimental legal regime (ELR) designed for qualified investors. The

An NFT trader from faces jail time after pleading guilty to IRS

April 14, 2025 2 mins read

Waylon Wilcox, a 45-year-old man from Dillsburg, Pennsylvania, has admitted to not reporting his income from selling CryptoPunk NFTs to the IRS. This decision allowed him to avoid paying nearly $3.3 million in taxes. He made over $13 million from selling 97 CryptoPunks between 2021 and 2022 but did not include these sales in his tax filings. This case is significant as it is one of the first major instances

GameStop secures $1.5 billion to buy Bitcoin

April 4, 2025 1 min read

GameStop, the video game retailer, announced on Tuesday that it has raised $1.5 billion through a private offering of convertible notes. The company plans to use this money to invest in Bitcoin. In a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, GameStop confirmed the completion of its offering of 0.00% convertible senior notes, which are due in 2030. This includes an additional $200 million that the initial purchaser opted

US states advance major Bitcoin and crypto bills

March 28, 2025 2 mins read

In March 2025, several U.S. states, including Kentucky, North Carolina, and Arizona, made significant strides in adopting cryptocurrency into their financial systems. Lawmakers are proposing and passing bills that support Bitcoin reserves, crypto mining, and digital asset investments. This shift shows that many see cryptocurrency as a valuable financial asset rather than just a speculative tool. In Kentucky, the governor signed the “Blockchain Digital Asset Act” (HB701) on March 24.

The U.S. SEC closes investigation into Immutable X

March 26, 2025 1 min read

Since January, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has ended several investigations into various crypto companies. This includes firms like Kraken, Coinbase, Gemini, MetaMask, OpenSea, Robinhood, and UniSwap. The SEC has also formed a crypto task force led by Commissioner Hester Peirce. This task force aims to clarify how existing securities laws apply to cryptocurrencies. Immutable, an Australian crypto company, welcomed the U.S. government’s efforts to establish clear regulations

Pakistan sets up special electricity tariffs to attract crypto mining

March 23, 2025 1 min read

Pakistan is looking into Bitcoin mining to make use of its excess electricity and develop a regulated digital asset industry. The government plans to introduce attractive electricity tariffs for crypto mining and blockchain data centers. This initiative aims to encourage industries to utilize surplus energy. The new tariffs will be market-based and not dependent on government subsidies. By doing this, the government hopes to lower payments to power producers for

The Federal Reserve maintains the federal funds rate unchanged

March 20, 2025 1 min read

The Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates steady today, maintaining the federal funds rate between 4.25% and 4.50%. This marks the second consecutive meeting without a change, amid rising recession fears linked to the economic policies of the Trump administration. The Fed has revised its economic forecasts for 2025. It lowered GDP growth expectations from 2.1% to 1.7%. Unemployment forecasts increased slightly from 4.3% to 4.4%. Additionally, projections for

David Sacks sells over $200 million in digital assets including Bitcoin and Ethereum

March 17, 2025 2 mins read

David Sacks, who is the AI and crypto czar for Donald Trump, recently disclosed that he and his firm, Craft Ventures, sold over $200 million in crypto assets before starting his new role. The White House confirmed that at least 85% of this amount is directly linked to Sacks himself. This information was included in a memorandum dated March 5, which also granted him a limited ethics waiver to engage

Johnny Garcia emphasizes education on Bitcoin reserve bills

March 15, 2025 1 min read

Johnny Garcia highlights the importance of education regarding Bitcoin reserve bills to overcome legislative resistance. Currently, 18 states are still considering the adoption of these bills, while five states have rejected them. Garcia argues that the resistance is mainly due to a lack of understanding rather than outright opposition. He believes that incorporating Bitcoin reserves can lead to innovation, better investment frameworks, and increased financial transparency. Many citizens are skeptical

Bitcoin enters a distribution phase as investors shift to selling

March 14, 2025 1 min read

Bitcoin is currently in a prolonged distribution phase, with investors shifting from accumulation to liquidation. This change has increased selling pressure, causing Bitcoin’s price to decline. The market has entered a typical phase after reaching all-time highs, which began in early 2025 following a significant price correction. Recent data shows that all wallet sizes are contributing to this selling trend. Both large and small holders have reduced their positions, especially