After inventing the Hash League competition at Bitcoin Plus Plus Austin, ATLBitlab is dominating the leaderboards. Bitcoiners worldwide need to step up and stop them!

Last week at Bitcoin Plus Plus Austin, Stephen and Maru Sabando from the Atlanta Bitcoin Community dominated the conference’s hackathon.  He who plugs the most hash rate wins and Atlanta is dominating! 

I for one think Austin should be giving them serious competition given the concentration of Bitaxes in offices all over the city. Who will step up and start the Austin Hash Force? Will Nashville answer the call? Someone needs to challenge the Atlanta Bitaxe army.

Their project called Hash League pits Bitcoin…

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In Q1 FY2025, Metaplanet posted the strongest financial results in its 20-year corporate history—driven by a Bitcoin treasury strategy that is now operating at scale.

Metaplanet isn’t just aligning with Bitcoin. It’s compounding shareholder value through it—by using capital markets infrastructure, BTC-native KPIs, and recurring income strategies to systematically increase Bitcoin per share.

With 6,976 BTC on its balance sheet, a 170% BTC Yield year-to-date, and a growing global footprint, Metaplanet is no longer a signal — It’s a system.

A Breakout Quarter for Japan’s Bitcoin Treasury Leader

Metaplanet’s Q1 FY2025 results marked a turning point—not…

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The current “debate”, and even calling it that is me being wildly over-charitable, over OP_RETURN is one of the most absurd situations I have ever seen in this space. I say that as someone who has been in Bitcoin for over a decade. Even the blocksize wars don’t hold a candle to this, at least in terms of utter absurdity. At least back then it was focused around an actual engineering disagreement. 

I want to comment on one thing today though. Stop directing your irrational rage and nonsense at the wrong targets. You aren’t mad at Bitcoin Core, you are mad at me. 

NO ONE can alter your node except you. NO ONE can make you download a version of Bitcoin Core that changes…

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On Monday, May 12, the defense in the Samourai Wallet case submitted a letter to the SDNY in which it made the case for the court to schedule a hearing regarding the information that came to light on April 1, 2025 about an August 23, 2023 call between the prosecution (“Government”) and FinCEN in which members of FinCEN stated that they didn’t believe that Samourai Wallet was a money transmitting business due to the noncustodial nature of the product.

The submission of this letter comes on the heels of a letter that the prosecution submitted to the court on Friday, May 9 in which it claimed that it didn’t violate the Brady rule (withhold exculpatory evidence).

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Bitcoin continues to dominate the current market cycle driven by the explosive rise of exchange-traded funds and growing interest from corporations. Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan calls Bitcoin the king of crypto assets and compares it to digital gold saying it is the only crypto with a real shot at becoming a global currency.

Matt Hougan urges investors to also consider other crypto assets like Ethereum which surged 40% percent last week alone. Ethereum’s rally was supported by a boom in stablecoins and tokenization rising interest in Layer 2 solutions and a shift in investor narratives. Hougan says the successful Ethereum Pectra upgrade and a market-wide risk-on sentiment have also helped fuel gains.

Hougan compares crypto’s evolution to the early internet era when Google led the search sector but other companies like Amazon and Netflix delivered bigger long-term gains. He believes blockchains are a general-purpose technology and suggests investors look beyond Bitcoin to benefit from the entire crypto revolution without stressing over which coin will win.

A new report from CoinCorner reveals that most UK Bitcoin investors are playing the long game. According to its 2024 UK Customer Report based on a sample of 2,000 users, 51% of customers have never sold their Bitcoin. Instead, they’re consistently buying in small amounts, embracing the HODL strategy.

“The 2024 Bitcoin analysis revealed that our sample tended to buy in small, frequent amounts and sell in larger, more significant transactions, strategically reacting to Bitcoin’s price movement,” the report explains.

On average, users bought £412 worth of Bitcoin per transaction, with some starting as low as £5. Meanwhile, the average sell was £5,513 (10x higher) indicating…

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Bitcoin Magazine has dropped the latest iteration of its exclusive Bitcoin Crocs collection, the V3, blending the worlds of Bitcoin and casual footwear in a bold new way. This limited-edition release, capped at just 2,100 pairs, features the iconic Crocs clog style with a striking orange base stamped with black Bitcoin logos. Each pair also comes with a custom Bitcoin Magazine Jibbitz™ charm, adding a unique touch of BTC flair.

The launch was announced via a post on X, generating buzz among Bitcoin enthusiasts and fashion-forward collectors alike.

Claim your pair of limited edition Bitcoin Crocs V3 at the Bitcoin Magazine Store. Visit Store.

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The Bitcoin price has recently surged $30,000 in just one month, signaling a strong return of the bull market. However, as excitement builds, it’s essential to take a step back and assess whether this rally is sustainable or if we might be getting ahead of ourselves. Let’s break down the current situation and what it means for investors.

Key Takeaways

Bitcoin’s price has jumped from around $75,000 to nearly $106,000 in a month.

Indicators suggest a potential cooling off period may be necessary.

Historical data shows that rapid price increases often lead to corrections.

Monitoring key metrics can help gauge market sentiment and future price movements.

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FalconX has announced a major partnership with global banking leader Standard Chartered marking a key step forward for the digital asset industry. This alliance will see Standard Chartered provide vital banking services to FalconX helping the platform better serve its institutional crypto clients. The deal strengthens FalconX’s position as a top-tier broker for digital asset trading and settlement.

The first phase of the partnership includes integrating Standard Chartered’s banking network and broad currency support into FalconX’s platform. This will improve the speed and scale of cross-border settlements for institutions engaging in crypto trading. The collaboration represents a major bridge between traditional banking and the growing world of digital assets.

FalconX’s Matt Long said this partnership enhances their ability to deliver trusted trading and financing tools to global institutions. Standard Chartered’s Luke Boland highlighted the bank’s commitment to the digital asset space and said the collaboration helps meet rising institutional demand. The partnership is expected to grow into more products tailored to crypto-focused institutions.

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