Bitdeer acquires a 101-megawatt permitted site in Alberta for $21.7M to build a bitcoin mining power plant and data center. The project includes a $90M natural gas power plant and a $30M mining facility, with full energization expected by Q4 2026. Bitdeer Acquires Bitcoin Mining Operations with New Power Project Bitcoin mining firm Bitdeer has…

Thailand’s SEC plans to launch a blockchain-based debt trading system aimed at boosting digital asset token markets and improving capital market efficiency. Thailand’s SEC to Launch Blockchain-Driven Debt Trading System Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is set to roll out a blockchain-based debt instrument trading system to modernize its capital markets. The SEC aims…

Bitcoin hashrate hit a record 840 EH/s on Feb. 3, 2025, despite BTC falling below $100K. With mining difficulty set to adjust on Feb. 8, the network moves closer to the 1 ZH/s milestone. Bitcoin Hashrate Reaches Record High Amid Market Dip Bitcoin’s computational power surged to an all-time high of 840 exahashes per second…

Trump’s tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China spark economic concerns. Experts warn of rising prices, market volatility, and global trade tensions in 2025. U.S. Imposes Major Tariff Hikes on Canada, Mexico, and China The United States has implemented significant tariff hikes against its three largest trading partners Canada, Mexico, and China sparking concerns over potential…

As Europe’s MiCA regulation becomes mandatory, exchanges like Crypto.com delist Tether’s USDT. Experts weigh in on how the new rules may impact stablecoins, liquidity, and market efficiency. EU MiCA Regulation Forces Exchanges to Delist Tether's USDT The European Union’s new Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations have led to a major shift in the stablecoin market,…

Cipher Mining secures a $50 million investment from SoftBank to expand its high-performance computing data centers, solidifying its role in industrial-scale infrastructure. Tech Giant Becomes Key Stakeholder in Bitcoin Mining Firm Cipher Mining Inc. (NASDAQ: CIFR) has secured a $50 million private investment from SoftBank Group Corp., positioning the technology-focused investor as a key stakeholder…

Jordan's government (JSC) has taken a significant step toward regulating digital assets by approving an initiative to develop a comprehensive regulatory framework within the year. The initiative aims to align Jordan's regulations with global standards, creating a secure environment for digital asset trading while enhancing the country's digital economy. Regulatory Framework to Be Developed by…

The Arkansas Senate has rejected a bill banning bitcoin mining near military bases, keeping digital asset operations unrestricted despite national security concerns. Legislators Vote Against Restricting Digital Asset Mining Operations The Arkansas Senate has rejected Senate Bill 60, which sought to ban bitcoin mining operations within 30 miles of military facilities due to national security…

The Federal Reserve opted to maintain its benchmark interest rate on Wednesday, resisting external pressure, including former President Donald Trump’s recent calls for rate cuts. The decision came after the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) concluded its first meeting of 2025, citing ongoing economic growth and inflation concerns. Federal Reserve Holds Rates Amid Strong Economic…