The team at BTC Inc. is proud to announce that U.S. Vice President (VP) JD Vance will address the Bitcoin 2025 conference from the main stage of the event on May 28 at 9:00 AM PST.

VP Vance’s keynote will be delivered to tens of thousands of attendees at The Venetian Las Vegas as part of the “Code + Country” programming track for the conference. The address will also be streamed globally via Bitcoin Magazine’s media channels and X account.

In making this address, VP Vance will become the first ever U.S. vice president to make a public address in support of Bitcoin. His appearance at the Bitcoin conference comes one year after the President Trump delivered a historic…

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A new report from the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) shows that Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are being used more during times of economic stress. This happens mostly in countries where inflation is high, it’s expensive to send money, or the government limits how much money can leave the country.

People turn to Bitcoin and stablecoins like USDT and USDC when their financial systems stop working properly or become too expensive to use. This is especially true for small international payments. Crypto gives people another option when they can’t rely on banks or traditional money systems.

A new BIS paper on Bitcoin dropped yesterday. To cut through the jargon:

It…

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Gemini has received approval under the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive II from the Malta Financial Services Authority allowing it to offer regulated crypto derivatives in the European Union and European Economic Area. This marks a major milestone in the exchange’s 2025 expansion strategy and will enable advanced users to access products like perpetual futures.

Gemini plans to launch these services gradually while continuing to work closely with regulators to ensure full compliance. The exchange’s European head Mark Jennings called the development a big step toward bringing crypto derivatives to both retail and institutional investors across the region. Malta was chosen for its favorable regulatory environment for digital assets.

The company also confirmed it is actively pursuing a Markets in Crypto-Assets license to broaden its crypto offerings. Gemini’s move reflects a growing trend among major crypto firms shifting to Europe following the implementation of the MiCA regime which offers clear legal guidance and supports long-term industry growth.

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Steak ‘n Shake will begin accepting Bitcoin as payment at all its U.S. locations starting May 16, the company announced Thursday, marking one of the largest fast food Bitcoin integrations to date.

Steak n Shake accepting Bitcoin payments at all locations starting May 16, making the cryptocurrency available to our more than 100 million customers. The movement is just beginning….

—Steaktoshi pic.twitter.com/1SGMifDZep

— Steak ‘n Shake (@SteaknShake) May 9, 2025

The news follows a wave of cryptic posts earlier this year, including one that asked, “Should Steak ‘n Shake accept Bitcoin?” and a viral image of a Bitcoin-branded spaceship, igniting speculation among…

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Japanese public company Metaplanet announced it will issue $21.25 million in zero-coupon bonds to fund additional Bitcoin purchases. This is the Company’s third bond issuance in just one week, continuing its aggressive Bitcoin accumulation strategy.

According to a regulatory filing on Friday, the Tokyo-based Company will issue its 14th Series of Ordinary Bonds to EVO FUND, with each bond having a face value of $625,000. The bonds will mature on November 7, 2025, and carry no interest rate.

“The funds raised will be allocated to the purchase of Bitcoin,” Metaplanet stated in the filing, referencing its previously disclosed Bitcoin acquisition strategy from January 2025….

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The Bitcoin Everything Indicator was designed to provide a comprehensive view of all major forces impacting BTC price action, on-chain, macro, technical, and fundamental. Since its creation, it has proven remarkably accurate at marking both cycle tops and bottoms. But today, we take it a step further.

In this article, we’ll explore how this already-powerful tool can be upgraded with a simple modification to give more frequent, actionable insights, without compromising its core integrity. If you’re looking for a high-signal way to approach the Bitcoin market more actively, this might be the metric you’ve been waiting for.

What Is the Bitcoin Everything Indicator?

Originally built…

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Rumble CEO Chris Pavlovski has announced that the company will roll out its non-custodial Bitcoin and stablecoin wallet in Q3 2025. This new product called the Rumble Wallet aims to rival Coinbase Wallet and is being developed in partnership with Tether. Pavlovski said the wallet will help creators monetize more effectively especially in global markets and hinted it may support Tether Gold.

The platform known for supporting free speech and independent creators is doubling down on crypto. Tether invested $775 million in Rumble in late 2024 and the company began acquiring Bitcoin in March. Rumble now holds 210 BTC worth nearly $22 million signaling a strong commitment to digital assets and decentralization.

Rumble reported better than expected Q1 2025 earnings with revenue up 34% year over year to $23.7 million. Monthly active users stood at 59 million and its stock rose 2.37% in after-hours trading. The wallet launch comes as mobile crypto wallet usage hits record highs.

Japanese investment firm Metaplanet is pushing deeper into Bitcoin with a fresh $21.25 million bond issue aimed entirely at buying more of the cryptocurrency. The firm announced on May 9 that all proceeds from its latest “0% Ordinary Bonds” will go directly into expanding its Bitcoin holdings

Zero-coupon bonds like these offer no interest and are usually sold at a discount with full value paid at maturity. The move follows a massive Bitcoin purchase earlier this week where Metaplanet bought 555 BTC for $53.4 million. The company now holds 5,555 BTC worth over $480 million making it the largest public Bitcoin holder in Asia and the 11th largest globally

Metaplanet’s bold crypto strategy has boosted its stock 1600 percent over the past year. The firm is also expanding into the US with a Florida-based subsidiary aiming to raise $250 million for more Bitcoin buys. Investors see this as a strong vote of confidence in the future of crypto