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Israel's Largest Bank to Launch Bitcoin Trading
Bank Leumi partners with Galaxy Digital to offer Bitcoin trading, set to launch in 2027, marking a significant step for Israel's financial landscape.
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UBS Increases Bitcoin Investment with Significant Rise in ETF Call Options
UBS has significantly increased its exposure to Bitcoin, with a 24-fold rise in call options for BlackRock's IBIT and a 12% increase in direct holdings.
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Moscow Imposes Bitcoin Mining Ban Amid Energy Concerns
Russia's Energy Ministry has enforced a ban on cryptocurrency mining in Moscow and parts of Kursk to alleviate power shortages, lasting until 2032.
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Paul Tudor Jones Boosts Investment in BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF After Selling Off
Paul Tudor Jones’ investment firm has increased its stake in BlackRock's bitcoin ETF after a year of selling, while significantly cutting down on call options.
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Mastercard's $1.8 Billion Deal and Other Crypto Highlights This Week
This week in crypto saw legislative efforts continue, Wall Street deepen its involvement, and significant bitcoin movements amid a security scare.
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Hackers Steal Over 1,700 BTC from Vulnerable Coldcard Wallets
Hackers have stolen at least 1,778.84 BTC from Coldcard wallets, raising concerns about the security of self-custody methods in cryptocurrency.
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Tether's Independent Audit and Russian Banks' USDT Restrictions
This week, Tether's first independent audit and Russian banks' requirements for crypto firms highlight significant developments in the cryptocurrency landscape.
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World Liberty Trust Co. Receives Conditional Bank Charter Approval
World Liberty Trust Co. has received a conditional bank charter from the OCC, allowing it to issue the USD1 stablecoin, amidst concerns over its ties to Donald Trump.
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Leaked French Tax Data Poses Risks for Bitcoin Holders
A breach of France's tax authority has exposed data of over 678,000 individuals, increasing the risk of scams targeting Bitcoin holders.
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Coldcard Bitcoin Theft Losses May Exceed $150 Million, Reports Galaxy
Galaxy Research reports that losses from the Coldcard Bitcoin exploit have surpassed $112 million, with potential total losses exceeding $150 million.
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Bank Leumi Revives Bitcoin Trading Plans with Galaxy Digital
Bank Leumi is set to enable Bitcoin trading via Galaxy Digital, marking its second attempt to enter the crypto market, with a launch aimed for early 2027.
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Hyperscale Data Sells Bitcoin to Support AI Data Center Growth
Hyperscale Data has sold a majority of its Bitcoin holdings to fund its Michigan data center expansion, reducing its debt by about $30 million.
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