Cantor Equity Partners I (CEPO) Soars On Potential Bitcoin Deal With Satoshi Nakamoto-Linked Adam Back – Cantor Equity Partners I (NASDAQ:CEPO)

Shares of special purpose acquisition company Cantor Equity Partners I Inc CEPO surged into the close on Tuesday following a report that the company is nearing a deal to invest billions in Bitcoin BTC/USD.

What To Know: According to a Financial Times report, Cantor Fitzgerald chair Brandon Lutnick is in late-stage talks with Blockstream Capital founder Adam Back to buy more than $3 billion in Bitcoin.

Cantor Equity Partners I, which raised $200 million in cash in an IPO in January, would reportedly have Back contribute more than 30,000 Bitcoin to the blank check company and raise up to $800 million in outside capital as part of a broader deal aimed at accumulating the crypto.

Back and…

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Inside Cantor Fitzgerald’s $4B Bitcoin Treasury Deal With Blockstream

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Something is changing in the capital markets—and it’s not subtle. This week, Cantor Fitzgerald advanced what may become one of the largest Bitcoin treasury moves to date, solidifying its position as one of the most aggressive institutional Bitcoin buyers in the world.

The deal: a $4 billion special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) combining with Blockstream Capital, the trading and investment arm of Bitcoin infrastructure firm Blockstream. As part of the deal, Blockstream Capital—co-founded by early Bitcoin contributor Adam…

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Solana Firedancer dev sheds light on the project’s difficulties

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Solana’s Firedancer client — a high-performance implementation of the blockchain’s software being built by Jump — was first announced in 2022. 

Nearly three years later, the project still comes with training wheels.

That’s a very long time in the crypto world, so when Firedancer developer Michael McGee joined me on the Lightspeed podcast this week, I was curious to get his take on the client’s timeline. McGee painted an enormously difficult engineering task: rewriting a poorly documented codebase from scratch while the original software sees constant upgrades.

“The fact…

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The bills up for debate as ‘Crypto Week’ continues

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It’s day two of “Crypto Week” in the US House. 

The Rules Committee on Monday afternoon heard from fellow representatives on three crypto bills: the GENIUS Act, the CLARITY Act, and the Anti-CBDC Surveillance Act. 

House members then failed to pass a procedural vote Tuesday that would have advanced further debate around the bills. Thirteen Republicans voted against the motion (alongside Democrats), bringing the final tally to 196-223. 

With the exact next steps unclear, it remains worth knowing about each potential law and what proponents and critics have to say:

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LATEST: NYSE Arca Approves ProShares Leveraged XRP Futures ETF For Trading

NYSE Arca has certified the listing approval of the ProShares Ultra XRP ETF, according to a letter sent to the SEC on Monday. The UXRP fund is a futures-based product, offering leveraged exposure to XRP’s price movements without directly holding the cryptocurrency.

ProShares states the ETF seeks to deliver twice the daily return of XRP futures, before fees and expenses. While the official trading date is unconfirmed, many expect it could launch as early as this week, following the trend of faster approvals for futures-based crypto ETFs.

This marks a major step forward for crypto ETFs beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum. ProShares also proposed a Short XRP ETF and an Ultra Short XRP ETF. Other firms have submitted applications for ETFs tied to Solana, XRP, and Dogecoin, reflecting a growing appetite for diversified crypto investment products.

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CRYPTOSOLO Unveils AI Cloud Mining Platform in the UK, Enhancing Bitcoin and Ethereum Hashrate Efficiency

London, UK, July 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As the cryptocurrency market matures, UK investors and crypto enthusiasts are increasingly seeking efficient and reliable ways to earn passive income. In 2025, AI-powered cloud mining platforms are emerging as a preferred solution for those aiming to participate in Bitcoin mining without hardware or technical complexity.

CRYPTOSOLO, a UK-licensed cloud mining platform, allows users to mine Bitcoin, Litecoin, or Dogecoin through an AI-driven infrastructure—no hardware required. New users can register and receive a $15 welcome bonus to explore the platform’s features.

The Rise of Bitcoin Accessibility

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LATEST: Deutsche Bank Believes Bitcoin Volatility Drop Shows A Maturing Market

Bitcoin has surged nearly 75% since mid-November, fueled by growing institutional interest, favorable regulations, and global economic shifts. A Deutsche Bank report highlights a historic drop in bitcoin’s volatility, signaling a more stable and mature market.

The rally coincides with “Crypto Week” in Washington, D.C., where lawmakers will vote on the CLARITY Act and the GENIUS Act. These bills aim to establish clear rules for crypto markets and stablecoins, increasing confidence among investors and regulators.

According to Deutsche Bank, falling volatility and rising adoption by retail investors, companies, and governments suggest bitcoin is shedding its speculative image. With greater regulatory clarity, the crypto asset is becoming more appealing to pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, and long-term investors.

LATEST: Standard Chartered Offers Spot Bitcoin Trading To Institutional Investors

Standard Chartered has launched spot trading for Bitcoin and Ether becoming the first major global bank to offer this service to institutional clients. The service is available through its UK branch during Asia and Europe trading hours with plans to expand to 24/5 trading.

Clients can access crypto markets using the bank’s existing FX trading platforms allowing asset managers corporates and large financial institutions to trade directly in BTC and ETH. Trades can be settled with a custodian of their choice including Standard Chartered’s in-house custody platform.

The bank has long supported digital assets through ventures like Zodia Custody Zodia Markets and Libeara. Its latest move reinforces its leadership in crypto with further plans to introduce non-deliverable forwards and expand its digital asset offerings as institutional demand grows.

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LATEST: US Regulators Clarify Rules for Banks Holding Crypto for Customers

U.S. federal banking regulators have released a joint statement clarifying that existing rules apply to banks holding crypto for customers. The Federal Reserve Board, the OCC, and the FDIC said banks can offer crypto safekeeping, as long as they manage risks such as cybersecurity and control of private keys.

The agencies confirmed they are not introducing new rules. Banks must treat crypto like any other product by using strong risk management and governance frameworks. This move shows growing regulatory support as the crypto industry continues to expand.

Since President Trump took office, agencies have pushed for clearer crypto rules. The OCC recently allowed banks to buy and sell crypto on their own behalf. The FDIC no longer requires pre-approval for crypto activities. Jonathan Gould, a former blockchain executive, was confirmed last week to lead the OCC, signaling continued pro-crypto leadership in key financial agencies.

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