BTCST: Bitcoin Mining Token Surges as DeFi Bridge

BTCST is revolutionizing Bitcoin mining access through DeFi innovation, connecting traditional Bitcoin mining with decentralized finance to allow users to earn mining rewards without operating physical equipment. As China’s mining crackdown reshapes the industry and El Salvador embraces volcanic energy mining, this Binance Smart Chain token has demonstrated both volatility and resilience, with recent market movements sparking renewed interest in this unique financial instrument that represents actual Bitcoin mining power.

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El Salvador Buys $100M Bitcoin Dip, Defying IMF

El Salvador has executed its largest single-day Bitcoin purchase since adopting the cryptocurrency as legal tender, acquiring approximately 1,090 BTC worth $100 million during a market downturn. President Nayib Bukele announced the transaction as Bitcoin prices fell below $90,000, marking a significant expansion of the country’s national reserves. The move comes despite ongoing tensions with the International Monetary Fund over the country’s Bitcoin accumulation strategy.

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El Salvador Buys 1,000 Bitcoin Amid Market Crash

El Salvador has dramatically expanded its Bitcoin holdings by purchasing over 1,000 BTC worth approximately $100 million during a recent market downturn. The acquisition marks the country’s largest single-day increase in Bitcoin reserves despite ongoing scrutiny from the International Monetary Fund. This move reinforces President Nayib Bukele’s commitment to building national cryptocurrency reserves regardless of market conditions.

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El Salvador Buys 1,000 Bitcoin Amid IMF Scrutiny

El Salvador has executed its largest single-day Bitcoin acquisition since beginning its cryptocurrency journey, purchasing 1,000 BTC worth approximately $100 million despite the digital asset trading near six-month lows. President Nayib Bukele’s announcement comes as the International Monetary Fund continues to question the nation’s cryptocurrency strategy, creating a stark contrast between national policy and international financial oversight. The purchase increases El Salvador’s total Bitcoin holdings to 7,500 BTC valued at $698 million, representing a 17% single-day increase in the country’s cryptocurrency reserves.

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El Salvador Buys $100M Bitcoin Despite IMF Loan Pledge

El Salvador has purchased 1,090 Bitcoin worth over $100 million, directly contradicting its pledge to the International Monetary Fund to limit public exposure to the cryptocurrency. This move raises significant questions about the country’s compliance with its $1.4 billion loan program conditions and creates potential fiscal risks that could jeopardize the international funding arrangement.

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Steak ‘n Shake Expands Bitcoin Payments to El Salvador

American fast food chain Steak ‘n Shake is making strategic moves to capitalize on cryptocurrency adoption, expanding its Bitcoin payment system to El Salvador following participation in the country’s Bitcoin Histórico event. The company, which began accepting BTC in May, aims to implement cryptocurrency payments across all its global locations, positioning itself at the forefront of digital currency integration in the fast food industry.

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Crypto License Navigator Launches for MiCAR Compliance

As the European Union prepares for full implementation of the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR) in 2026, fintech law firm Gofaizen & Sherle has launched the Crypto License Navigator, an interactive tool designed to help crypto businesses compare licensing options across global jurisdictions. The timing is critical as MiCAR introduces stricter licensing requirements and heightened regulatory oversight, making jurisdiction selection a strategic imperative for crypto exchanges, trading platforms, and startups seeking sustainable growth in an evolving regulatory landscape.

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Rumble Acquires Northern Data in $800M AI Deal Backed by Tether

Canadian video platform Rumble is making a strategic pivot into artificial intelligence infrastructure through the acquisition of German computing firm Northern Data in a deal valued at nearly $800 million. The transaction, backed by stablecoin giant Tether which holds a controlling stake in Northern Data, represents a significant expansion of Rumble’s business model beyond video streaming and signals growing convergence between cryptocurrency and AI technologies. Market reaction was immediately positive, with Rumble shares surging over 10% following the announcement as investors recognized the potential of combining Rumble’s platform with Northern Data’s high-performance computing capabilities.

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Bitcoin Education Program Shifts from El Salvador to Global Mission

My First Bitcoin, the pioneering cryptocurrency education program in El Salvador, is undergoing a strategic transformation, closing its local operations to pursue a global mission. The organization will transition from teaching students directly to training educators worldwide through open-source materials, marking a significant evolution for the program that has educated over 27,000 students in person.

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