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Billionaire venture capitalist Tim Draper has made a bold prediction that within the next decade, bitcoin will replace the US dollar as the dominant global currency. In an interview, Draper stated that once bitcoin becomes widely accepted for everyday transactions, including paying taxes, there will be no need to hold onto traditional currency. He believes that the rise of decentralized technolog…

The Swiss National Bank has opted not to hold bitcoin reserves due to concerns about the cryptocurrency market's liquidity and volatility. At the bank's General Assembly meeting, SNB President Martin Schlegel stated, "The market liquidity of cryptocurrencies, even if it appears sufficient at times, is particularly questionable during crises. Additionally, cryptocurrencies are known for their high…

CoinDesk has officially announced that Consensus, a premier crypto conference, will be held in Miami, Florida, in 2026. The event, scheduled for May 5-7, will take place at the Miami Beach Convention Center. As the longest-running large-scale crypto event, Consensus is renowned for bridging the gap between various industry stakeholders. Since its inception in 2015 in New York City, Consensus has …

Tucked away in the mountains of El Salvador, approximately two hours from the capital, lies the vibrant town of Berlín. With a population of around 20,000, this mid-sized city is home to one of the world's largest Bitcoin circular economies. As you wander through its streets, you'll find an array of local businesses, from fruit vendors to motorcycle repair shops, all accepting bitcoin payments. F…

The crypto world saw significant activity this week, with major product launches, heated discussions around Ethereum, progress on stablecoin legislation, and high-profile Congressional hearings focusing on 'debanking'. David Sacks, a prominent figure in crypto and AI, hosted a press conference with Senate leaders, while Senator Hagerty introduced a new stablecoin bill. The proposed legislation ou…

The crypto space witnessed a monumental week following Donald Trump's inauguration for a second term. The White House introduced an executive order focused on digital assets, advocating for a crypto-friendly stance across the administration and proposing the creation of a 'digital asset stockpile,' potentially a Bitcoin Strategic Reserve. Our regulatory experts, Nik De and Jesse Hamilton, provide…

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As the crypto industry gears up for a new presidency and a potentially more regulatorily-friendly environment, CoinDesk's coverage has intensified. Key highlights include: Senior analyst James Van Straten's report on companies investing in bitcoin, following in the footsteps of MicroStrategy's Michael Saylor. Markets reporter Krisztian Sandor explored the surge in Solana's SOL, XRP, and Hedera's …