Strive Asset Management and Asset Entities have announced a major $750 million private investment in public equity (PIPE) with another $750 million available through warrant exercises totaling up to $1.5 billion. This funding will support Strive’s first wave of Bitcoin acquisitions as it aims to become the first Bitcoin treasury firm focused on long-term outperformance using advanced alpha-generating strategies.

The investment was led by top institutional investors and Strive’s leadership team including CEO Matt Cole. Strive plans to acquire discounted biotech companies distressed Bitcoin claims like Mt. Gox and structured Bitcoin credit assets. Cole stated that unlike typical Bitcoin treasuries based on simple holdings Strive’s approach is built to exceed Bitcoin’s own performance.

The PIPE was priced at $1.35 per share reflecting a 121% premium to Asset Entities’ last close. Strive chose not to take on debt to maintain future leverage potential. Further insights into their strategy will be shared during Cole’s presentation at Bitcoin for Corporations in Las Vegas.

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Sati, a Bitcoin payments app and Lightning infrastructure provider, today announced the launch of its Lightning integration with Xverse, a Bitcoin wallet used by over 1.5 million people worldwide. Thanks to the integration, Xverse users can now send and receive sats (Bitcoin’s smallest denomination) instantly over the Lightning Network with no setup, no app switching, and no custodial risk.

Initially designed in 2017, the Lightning Network has grown to become Bitcoin’s leading layer-2, with a current BTC capacity of over $465M. Sati is now leveraging this technology to bring the world’s favorite digital currency into the pockets of almost 3 billion users worldwide, thanks to its…

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Thailand is set to allow tourists to spend cryptocurrency using credit card-linked platforms as part of a bold move to modernize its financial system and support digital assets. Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira shared the plan during an investment seminar in Bangkok on May 26. The system will let travelers pay with crypto while merchants receive Thai baht without knowing digital currency was used.

The Ministry of Finance and the Bank of Thailand are reviewing the project which will roll out once infrastructure and regulations are ready. Pichai said this model avoids direct use of the Thai baht helping protect the national currency. He also highlighted broader reforms including unifying digital and traditional markets modernizing investment rules and boosting fairness in trading practices.

Thailand is also introducing “G-Tokens” to help retail investors access government bonds through blockchain. Recently approved stablecoins like USDC and USDt will soon be available for trading on regulated exchanges across the country.

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Bitcoin Well Inc. (TSXV: BTCW; OTCQB: BCNWF) has launched an integration with Nostr, allowing US customers to buy bitcoin directly through direct messages on the decentralized social protocol, according to a press release sent to Bitcoin Magazine.

Users can link their Nostr identifier (npub) to their Bitcoin Well account and purchase bitcoin by sending specific commands via direct message. The transactions draw from the user’s Cash Balance and send the purchased bitcoin to their existing Lightning Wallet for security.

Nostr is a decentralized social media protocol which is censorship resistant and runs on a network of relays, rather than centralized servers. This means that the…

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Today, Gemini, a crypto platform, released its 2025 Global State of Crypto Report, revealing a notable increase in cryptocurrency adoption in different countries. According to a press release sent to Bitcoin Magazine, ownership among respondents in the US, UK, France, and Singapore rose from one in five (21%) in 2024 to one in four (24%) in 2025.

The Trump Administration’s treatment of Bitcoin may have played a major role in its global growth. Since taking office in January 2025, President Trump has launched a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, where he installed leadership at the SEC that are in favor of digital assets, and endorsed legislation aimed at regulating stablecoins and…

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Clear rules are the key to mass adoption in the crypto space according to Binance CEO Richard Teng. In a recent post on X Teng emphasized the need for strong regulatory frameworks that support innovation, safeguard consumers and promote healthy global competition in the industry. His comments highlight growing calls for governments to create supportive policies that balance oversight with growth.

Teng believes policymakers who embrace forward-thinking regulation will lead the transformation of the financial world over the next decade. The crypto sector has long faced uncertainty due to inconsistent rules across different regions. Industry leaders are urging clarity to unlock the full potential of blockchain and digital assets. As crypto continues to expand around the globe the push for clear fair regulation is gaining momentum.

Paris-listed tech firm The Blockchain Group has raised €63.3 million through convertible bonds to expand its Bitcoin treasury. The issuance was completed by its Luxembourg subsidiary and is expected to fund the purchase of around 590 BTC bringing total holdings to nearly ,1437 BTC. The company plans to use 95% of the funds for Bitcoin and 5% for operations.

Major backers included Fulgur Ventures with €55.3 million UTXO Management with €3 million and Moonlight Capital with €5 million. The bonds are convertible into company shares at varying prices depending on the tranche.

The Blockchain Group began buying Bitcoin in November 2024 and reported a 709% return on those holdings. Its long-term goal is to own 1% of Bitcoin’s total supply or about 170,000 BTC by 2032. The company’s stock has surged over 1,350% since adopting Bitcoin and continues to gain momentum alongside a growing number of firms shifting to Bitcoin as a core treasury asset.

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