Theme Bitcoin (BTC)

Geopolitical crises have often caused violent shocks in financial markets. This time, bitcoin seems to be withstanding the impact. As international tensions around Iran fuel global uncertainty, the leading crypto surprises with its resilience. BTC has risen back above 72,000 dollars, a threshold closely watched by traders. For several analysts, this reaction could mark a key moment. Beyond the simple rebound, bitcoin's behavior in the face of geopolitical turbulence could transform how investors perceive its role in the global economy.

The bitcoin mining industry is entering a pivotal phase. For years, holding the mined BTC was enough to ensure the profitability of operations. This logic is now reaching its limits. Margins under pressure, more uncertain revenues, and a changing market dynamic are pushing industry players to rethink their strategies. According to an analysis by Wintermute, mining companies may soon have to transform their bitcoin reserves into productive assets. This evolution could reshuffle the cards of the sector's economy.

The US midterm elections could well provide a new breath to the crypto and stock markets, and give wings back to bitcoin. This is at least what Binance Research states in a report published this week. However, before reaching that point, the path remains littered with geopolitical pitfalls.

Bitcoin is again moving within an uncertainty zone around 70,000 dollars. Behind this apparent stability, markets watch a key factor: U.S. monetary policy. The latest economic data released in the United States have cooled expectations of a rapid rate cut by the Federal Reserve. Thus, the probabilities of easing as early as March have almost evaporated. In this context, the crypto market enters a wait-and-see phase. Between macroeconomic signals and key technical levels, analysts now try to anticipate Bitcoin's next direction.

The debate about the future of money has reignited, and it's Nassim Taleb who lit the fuse. A few weeks before the launch of X Money, the author of the famous Black Swan openly praises Elon Musk's initiative and considers it "far smarter than Bitcoin." For him, this project exactly illustrates what finance should encourage: competition between private currencies.

Japanese Metaplanet continues its offensive on bitcoin with a new strategic step. Already known for its massive accumulation of BTC, the group now wants to influence the very infrastructure of the ecosystem. With the creation of a new investment entity endowed with 4 billion yen, the company seeks to support the rise of bitcoin in Japan. Between regulatory ambition on the horizon 2028 and an accumulation strategy still intact, Metaplanet broadens its plan to establish itself at the heart of the future Japanese crypto market.

Buying bitcoin on OKX is today one of the simplest and safest methods to enter the crypto world. Regulated in Europe and compliant with MiCA standards, the exchange offers a reliable framework for investing with peace of mind. In a few minutes, you can create an account, verify your identity, and buy BTC directly using various methods. OKX focuses on transparency with public reserve proofs and advanced security. Whether you're a novice or an experienced investor, everything is designed to make your purchase simple, fast, and secure.

The scenario seems huge. However, Bitwise argues that a bitcoin at 1 million dollars does not necessarily imply total dominance over gold. According to Matt Hougan, the company's chief investment officer, bitcoin would only need to capture about 17% of the global store of value market within ten years to reach this symbolic threshold.

Arthur Hayes surprises the bitcoin market. One of his loudest supporters now explains that he wouldn't place 1 dollar on BTC at the current price. His idea is not a rejection of bitcoin. It's a strategic waiting. For him, the real buy signal will mainly come from a return of global liquidity, with a more accommodative Fed and, above all, a resumption of money printing.

Spot Bitcoin ETFs are delivering good news. On Tuesday, net inflows reached $251 million, bringing the monthly total to $1.56 billion, a level not seen for several months. Meanwhile, Goldman Sachs surprises: the bank is now the top institutional holder of XRP ETFs.

Long confined to speculation about bitcoin, quantum computing is now entering a much more sensitive field: that of encrypted messaging. Behind the debate on blockchain security, another more immediate threat is emerging: that of private data intercepted today, then decrypted tomorrow. Researchers and industry warn about this shift, which moves the front line towards tools like Signal or Threema.

New thunderbolt on Bitcoin: Strategy buys 1420 BTC in one day after a record fundraising on the markets. Details here!

American spot Bitcoin ETFs posted a strong recovery on Monday with $167 million in net inflows. Meanwhile, Ether, XRP, and Solana funds saw a third consecutive day of outflows. A gap is widening, revealing much about institutional investors’ mindset.

Imagine: three armed men burst into your home and force you to transfer €900,000 in Bitcoin. This nightmare scenario became reality for a couple in Yvelines, France.

The Bitcoin network has just reached a historic milestone: 20 million coins mined out of a total of 21 million. So only one million BTC remains to be created, and this last million will take more than a century to come to light. 

Saylor strikes again. 18,000 more bitcoins in the bag. Peter Schiff grimaces, the community exults, and the latent loss? 5.5 billion. Nothing less.

Nigel Farage makes a strong move by investing $1.5 million in Bitcoin via Stack BTC. Between political strategy and economic opportunity, this bold move revives the debate on the future of cryptos in the United Kingdom.

Bitcoin mining leaves the realm of mere science fiction. Starcloud, an American startup supported by Nvidia, claims it will carry mining ASICs on its second spacecraft later in 2026. If the trial succeeds, the company would become the first to mine bitcoin from Earth orbit. In…

Analyst PlanB estimates that the price of bitcoin could reach an average of $500,000 during the current cycle. This projection is based on the update of his Stock-to-Flow model, which analyzes the scarcity of BTC and the historical cycles of the crypto market.

The rise in bitcoin does not solve the economic equation of mining. At Riot Platforms, the increase in prices covers the electricity bill, without absorbing all charges or depreciation. This gap brings the debate back to a more demanding question: from what price does a mining company actually become profitable again? The analysis distinguishes three thresholds, from energy cost to accounting result.

Bitcoin ETFs finally return to the green. Does the return of capital signal a new phase for bitcoin? Analysis here.

This Sunday evening, bitcoin fell nearly 2% at the very moment when oil jumped by about 20%, driven by fears of shortages due to the escalation in the Middle East. This sudden divergence reveals a deeper shift. Faced with energy risk, the speculative narrative fades, and BTC becomes an asset exposed to geopolitical shocks again.

Saylor is buying bitcoin again. The price is underwater, Iran rumbles, ETFs flee. Nothing works. The head of Strategy posts a small message and the machine restarts.

For Willy Woo, the bitcoin rebound does not mark the end of the bear market. The on-chain analyst believes a bullish trap is forming, while BTC might not have reached its bottom yet. His reading is based on liquidity, as the current movement looks less like a sustainable reversal than a simple market spurt.

Bitcoin dropped below 70,000 dollars, and the rebound is slow to convince. While small investors see a golden opportunity in this drop, large wallets have chosen to sell. According to the Santiment analysis platform, this discrepancy between the two camps suggests that the correction could continue.

At Strategy, the STRC stock is establishing itself as an increasingly scrutinized financing lever. The sudden surge in trading around this preferred stock launched in summer 2025 raises a specific question: Does Michael Saylor have new leeway to buy BTC? The answer will depend on a very concrete appointment, with the next document expected by the SEC on March 9, 2026.

The leader in crypto exchanges Binance sees its BTC, ETH and USDT reserves collapse! 307,000 ETH, 8,000 BTC and 360 million USDT withdrawn in one month, causing billions $ in losses. Market capitulation or confidence crisis?

After a lightning rebound, the leading crypto plunges back below $70,000 and rekindles doubts about the strength of the recent bullish momentum. Capital flows, trader activity and several market indicators signal a clear shift: selling pressure is taking over again. Behind this retreat, three major factors reshape the short-term balance.