BitMine Secures $250M in Crypto-Funded Private Placement

BitMine (NYSE AMERICAN: BMNR) announced the completion of a $250 million private placement, funded through a mix of cash and cryptocurrency, to support its Ethereum treasury strategy. The transaction was spearheaded by MOZAYYX and featured participation from high-profile investors such as Founders Fund, Pantera, Kraken, and Galaxy Digital. This strategic funding underscores growing institutional interest in crypto-backed financial initiatives and positions BitMine for further expansion in the digital asset space.

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Army Spending Spree Raises Questions Amid Budget Constraints and Procurement Issues

Under Minister of Defense Viola Amherd, the Swiss army saw a 12.5% increase in female personnel, yet faced significant financial challenges, including a liquidity bottleneck. Despite this, the army has spent millions on non-essential items like telescopic loaders and oversnow vehicles, while basic supplies like uniforms remain unfunded.

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Six Group Faces Job Cuts Amid Financial Struggles and Restructuring Efforts

The Swiss financial group Six faces significant challenges, including several hundred job losses and a plummeting investment in the French digital payment company Worldline, which threatens to erase its profits. Under new CEO Thomas Wellauer, the company is set to implement drastic restructuring measures. The acquisition of the Spanish stock exchange has also proven disappointing, adding to the urgency for immediate and substantial cuts.

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Scandal Unfolds in Swiss Defense Procurement and Leadership Resignations

A RUAG employee’s illicit trade in tank spare parts has been uncovered, revealing a concealed scam likely linked to a broader European network. This raises concerns about other questionable dealings within the DDPS, including the procurement of F-35A fighter-bombers and Patriot PAC3 systems. Resignations of key defense officials, including the head of the army and the Federal Intelligence Service, signal potential turmoil during Viola Amherd’s tenure.

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Axa Switzerland appoints Niklas Elser as new head of pensions division

Axa Switzerland has appointed Niklas Elser as the new Head of Pension Provision and member of the Executive Board, effective April 1, 2025. Elser, an internal candidate, succeeds Thomas Gerber, who will transition to a reduced role after thirteen years. Since joining Axa in 2017, Elser has held various management positions, most recently overseeing the Private Pensions & Healthcare division.

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Ethereum Faces Selling Pressure as Price Consolidates Below Key Resistance Level

Ethereum is facing selling pressure below $3,400, with the ETH/BTC ratio at a two-month low, indicating a potential short-term decline. However, if it holds above $3,430, there could be a rebound towards $4,000, despite recent volatility dropping to 42.6%. Liquidations have reached $35 million in the last 24 hours, reflecting mixed market reactions.

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