Strategy CEO Advocates Using Mortgages to Invest in Bitcoin Giant's STRC Preferred Shares

DeFi traders are increasing risks by leveraging Strategy's already risky STRC to boost annual dividends up to 39%. They are using various DeFi protocols to amplify yields, adding leverage and future obligations to their investments.

Altcoins have surged as Bitcoin nears $78,000, with Pudgy Penguins meme coin PENGU leading gains. Analysts predict Bitcoin may reach $80,000, causing leveraged positions worth $418 million to be wiped out.

Justin Sun has filed a lawsuit against World Liberty Financial, accusing them of freezing his tokens, stripping his voting rights, and threatening to destroy his holdings without notice. Sun, a major investor in WLFI, claims he just wants fair treatment like other early investors.

Volo Protocol, a DeFi platform on the Sui blockchain, suffered a $3.5 million exploit in specific vaults holding WBTC, XAUm, and USDC. The breach adds to DeFi's $7.78 billion in hacks, raising concerns about smart contract security.

The Coinbase premium index, a key indicator for U.S.-based investors' interest in Bitcoin, has been positive for 14 consecutive days, the longest stretch since October. A positive premium on Coinbase compared to offshore exchanges signals aggressive BTC purchases by U.S. buyers, historically linked to bull runs.

Kevin Warsh faced tough questioning from senators regarding his commitment to the Federal Reserve's independence during a confirmation hearing. Warsh denied being influenced by President Trump and emphasized the importance of monetary policy independence.

Proof-of-stake blockchains like Ethereum and Solana may face quantum computing threats due to vulnerabilities in their cryptographic signatures, as highlighted in a report by Coinbase's Independent Advisory Board. The report emphasizes the importance of preparing for a cryptographic transition before it becomes critical.

Revolut, a fintech firm, plans to achieve a $200 billion valuation upon going public, a significant increase from its previous valuation of $75 billion. The company's revenue hit $6 billion last year, with a 46% year-over-year increase in profits.

Polymarket and Kalshi are considering adding perpetual futures trading to their platforms, expanding beyond basic bets on politics and sports. Polymarket users may soon trade with at least 10x leverage on assets like gold, stocks, and Bitcoin.

Tether's market cap has surged to an all-time high following recent DeFi hacks, with analysts predicting potential pressure on USDC's circulation. Circle faces scrutiny and a class action lawsuit for alleged failure to freeze funds during the exploit.