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NIP Group Inc., the publicly traded parent company of long-running esports team organization Ninjas in Pyjamas, announced Thursday that it mined approximately 151.4 Bitcoin—about $14.5 million worth—during its initial three months of operation from September through November. The company, which trades as NIPG on the Nasdaq, first revealed plans to enter Bitcoin mining last July. In November, the company said that it was expanding its fleet of mining rigs, targeting monthly production of 160 BTC. In Thursday’s announcement, the firm updated that estimate to 140 BTC per month (currently about $13.5 million worth). Mining refers to the act of securing…

Vitalik says Ethereum must keep working even if its builders disappear and he has a plan to get there. A new “walkaway test” could redefine how Ethereum upgrades, scales, and secures itself long-term. From quantum resistance to ossification, Vitalik wants Ethereum built to last decades. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin wants the network to survive without him. In a new statement, he introduced what he calls the “walkaway test.” The idea is simple: Ethereum should keep running even if all its developers vanished tomorrow. “Ethereum itself must pass the walkaway test,” Buterin said. “Ethereum must get to a place where we…

Japan is considering its first interest rate hike in nearly a year. The Bank of Japan (BOJ) is looking at this step to respond to rising inflation and signs of economic recovery, while aiming to maintain stability in prices, support growth, and reassure investors. The decision could affect businesses, consumers and global markets. Why Japan Might Increase Rates Japan has kept very low interest rates for years. This approach aimed to boost growth and fight deflation. However, prices for food, energy and imported goods are rising. As a result, policymakers are thinking about raising rates to keep inflation under control.…

Crypto cards solidified their position as a payment tool in 2025. Over the past two years, some of the most popular cards have achieved monthly volumes of $1.5B. Crypto card usage has picked up since 2023, expanding from $100M in monthly payments to over $1.5B. Crypto cards were attempted multiple times, with projects facing difficulties due to unclear regulations. On average, annual growth reached 106%, driven by both adoption and an improved tech stack. Crypto cards use the infrastructure of VISA and Mastercard, while facilitating crypto payments. Usage picked up as stablecoins became the main payment infrastructure. While initial crypto…

In a stunning display of strategic diversification, the global esports organization NIP Group has successfully mined $14 million worth of Bitcoin during its inaugural quarter of formal operations. This remarkable achievement, occurring between September and November of last year, immediately positions the company among the elite ranks of U.S. public Bitcoin mining enterprises. The announcement reveals a calculated corporate pivot that merges competitive gaming infrastructure with high-performance cryptocurrency computation, fundamentally challenging traditional industry boundaries. Consequently, this move signals a broader trend of digital-native companies leveraging their technological expertise to capture value in the evolving digital asset economy. NIP Group Bitcoin…

CME Group is expanding its portfolio of crypto derivatives. CME Group, one of the world’s leading derivatives markets, announced plans to launch futures contracts for Cardano (ADA), Chainlink (LINK), and Stellar (XLM) on February 9th (subject to regulatory approval). The new contracts will be offered in both standard and micro sizes, allowing investors to choose between larger positions and smaller, lower-cost transactions. According to the contract details, ADA futures will be 100,000 ADA and Micro ADA 10,000 ADA, LINK futures will be 5,000 LINK and Micro LINK 250 LINK, and Stellar (XLM) futures will be 250,000 Lumens and Micro Lumens…

Lightning struck twice this week for solo Bitcoin miners, with each of them earning roughly $300,000 worth of BTC. Early Thursday morning, a solo miner landed a 3.157 BTC reward (including fees), worth roughly $304,000 at the time it was paid. This was preceded by another solo miner successfully mining a block on Tuesday and earning a payout valued at $295,000. Instead, each miner received the full payout, a rare outcome given the dominance of large, industrial-scale mining operations. The Bitcoin mempool is dominated by Foundry USA, AntPool, and F2Pool, which collectively account for nearly 57% of all blocks that…

In a revealing interview that challenges conventional cryptocurrency wisdom, Nansen CEO Alex Svanevik presents a crucial distinction that every Ethereum investor must understand. Speaking with Bonnie Blockchain in late 2024, Svanevik articulated a perspective that separates Ethereum’s undeniable technological utility from ETH’s potential as an investment asset. This analysis arrives during a pivotal moment for blockchain adoption, as institutional interest grows while fundamental questions about token valuation persist. The Ethereum investment value conversation now requires deeper examination of economic principles beyond mere network usage metrics. Ethereum Investment Value: Separating Utility from Asset Performance Alex Svanevik’s central argument challenges a common…

U.S. marijuana stocks surged dramatically after reports suggested that former President Donald Trump may sign an executive order to reclassify cannabis at the federal level. The news sparked excitement among investors, driving significant trading activity across the sector. The US Cannabis ETF ($MSOS) led the rally, jumping 55% in one day. Trading volume reached around $500 million, almost ten times its typical daily average. Analysts say this surge reflects investor optimism over potential regulatory changes that could reshape the industry. MSOS ETF Leads the Charge The MSOS ETF, which tracks a basket of major U.S. cannabis companies, saw unprecedented trading…

Interactive Brokers announced that eligible clients of its US subsidiary can now fund their brokerage accounts using stablecoins. The firm said the feature allows near-instant processing and operates 24/7, including weekends and holidays. The capability enables clients to deposit funds and start trading across 170 global markets within minutes of initiating a transfer. The announcement follows an update last year in which Interactive Brokers said it was exploring stablecoin support for instant, round-the-clock client funding and potential support for third-party stablecoins, subject to issuer credibility. Milan Galik, Chief Executive Officer of Interactive Brokers “Stablecoin funding provides international investors with the…