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Morning Minute: Saylor Buys $1.28B in Bitcoin, Powered by STRC

Michael Saylor, co-founder of MicroStrategy, has made headlines by purchasing $1.28 billion worth of Bitcoin, significantly boosting the company's holdings. This acquisition was facilitated by STRC, a new crypto payment platform that aims to streamline transactions for institutional investors. Saylor's aggressive investment strategy underscores his bullish outlook on Bitcoin as a long-term asset. MicroStrategy now holds a total of over 150,000 Bitcoin, reinforcing its position as one of the largest corporate holders of the cryptocurrency.

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UK Government’s Fraud Strategy Paints Crypto as ‘Growing Risk’

The UK government's new fraud strategy highlights cryptocurrency as a "growing risk" in financial crime. The report emphasizes the increasing use of digital assets in fraudulent activities and calls for enhanced regulatory measures to address these concerns. It outlines the need for better collaboration between law

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: Stellar (XLM) Gains 5.1%, Leading Index Higher

Stellar (XLM) has seen a 5.1% increase in value, contributing to a positive performance for the CoinDesk 20 index. This rise in XLM's price has helped lift the overall index higher, reflecting a broader trend of growth in the cryptocurrency market. The performance update highlights the resilience

Fake Police Officers Held French Couple at Knifepoint in $1M Bitcoin Robbery

A French couple was held at knifepoint by fake police officers who stole approximately $1 million worth of Bitcoin. The incident occurred in the couple's home in the Paris suburb of Saint-Denis. The assailants posed as law enforcement to gain entry and subsequently threatened the victims to access

Stablecoin market hits $312B as banks, card networks embrace onchain dollars

The stablecoin market has reached a valuation of $312 billion, driven by increasing adoption from banks and card networks for on-chain dollar transactions. Major financial institutions are recognizing the benefits of stablecoins for facilitating faster and more efficient payments. This growth reflects a broader trend of integrating digital currencies into

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UK Government’s Fraud Strategy Paints Crypto as ‘Growing Risk’

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: Stellar (XLM) Gains 5.1%, Leading Index Higher

Fake Police Officers Held French Couple at Knifepoint in $1M Bitcoin Robbery

Stablecoin market hits $312B as banks, card networks embrace onchain dollars