Welsh Man’s Dream of Recovering 8,000 BTC Crushed by Landfill Closure: Is it Time for Him to Stop Fighting the Inevitable?
A landfill in Wales, believed to contain a hard drive with 8,000 Bitcoin, is slated for closure.

A landfill in Wales, believed to contain a hard drive with 8,000 Bitcoin, is slated for closure.
Michael Saylor's company, Strategy, is preparing for another major Bitcoin purchase, continuing its aggressive accumulation strategy. The firm holds over 471,000 Bitcoin, worth $45 billion, and has raised billions through stock offerings to finance its acquisitions.
McDonald’s posted a playful message on X, which many crypto enthusiasts saw as a nod to the market downturn, sparking viral reactions. Exchanges like Kraken and OKX, along with figures such as HTX Global, joined in with humorous responses, turning the post into a symbol of potential recovery amid market struggles.
Gemini is considering an IPO in 2025, following regulatory challenges and legal settlements, including a $5 million fine. The company's move to go public comes amid growing interest from other crypto firms, like Bullish Global, in joining the stock market.
A Coinbase executive analysed Bitcoin’s early transactions and found links between Satoshi Nakamoto’s wallets and a Canadian exchange. His research suggests Satoshi’s last on-chain activity was in 2014, and Kraken may hold data revealing their identity.
Bitcoin miners are struggling to maintain their monthly production as the mining difficulty-measured by the computational power required to validate BTC transactions and generate new blocks-continues to increase.
MicroStrategy has rebranded to "Strategy" to reflect its focus on Bitcoin, moving away from its business analytics roots. Despite growing its Bitcoin holdings, the company reported a $670.8 million quarterly loss but remains optimistic about future growth.
Bybit’s CEO, Ben Zhou, warned that crypto liquidations may be as high as $10 billion, far exceeding the $2 billion reported. He explained that limitations in data sharing caused discrepancies, with actual losses likely much higher than public figures suggest.
MicroStrategy paused its Bitcoin purchases after 12 weeks due to market volatility, tax concerns, and economic uncertainty. The company still holds 471,107 BTC but is reassessing its strategy amid fluctuating prices and changing global conditions.
LinkedIn launched two AI-powered tools to help job seekers and employers: the Job Match tool assists candidates in evaluating their fit for job roles, while a new recruitment AI agent helps small businesses simplify hiring. These tools aim to improve job search efficiency and streamline the recruitment process.
The latest explosion of SpaceX’s Starship test flight 7 marks an unexpected setback, following progress made in advancing the vehicle's capabilities. This comes after a similar failure in March last year, when a Starship upper stage exploded during re-entry over the Indian Ocean. What caused this mishap, and how will it affect SpaceX’s plans moving forward?
Many young Chinese graduates are turning to cryptocurrency trading due to limited job opportunities and high unemployment. As China’s economy struggles, some are moving to places like Hong Kong and Tokyo, where crypto markets are more accessible.
President-elect Trump has named Sylvester Stallone, Mel Gibson, and Jon Voight as Special Ambassadors to a "troubled Hollywood." Tasked with revitalizing California’s struggling film industry, their appointment raises a key question—is this a genuine revival effort or mere symbolism?
PostFinance, a Swiss state-owned bank, has launched a staking service for Ethereum, allowing customers to earn passive income by staking their ETH. This move marks a significant step in Switzerland's banking sector, indicating a growing acceptance of digital assets despite cautious regulatory stances.
52% of Americans have sold traditional investments like stocks and gold to buy Bitcoin, reflecting growing interest in digital assets. The crypto market is expanding rapidly, with younger generations leading the way and many expecting further growth in the coming years.
Melania Trump has entered the meme coin market with her own token, following President-elect Donald Trump’s crypto venture. TRUMP’s price briefly dipped before recovering, sparking speculation and insider trading allegations. Critics question the legitimacy of Trump’s crypto efforts and their broader impact.
TikTok will resume operations in the US after the President-elect pledged to restore access, proposing a 50% stake in the platform—despite previously attempting to ban it. The news has sparked widespread celebration on social media.
A South Korean man, Lee, was sentenced to four years in prison for leaking military secrets to North Korean hackers in exchange for 14 Bitcoins, worth around $480,000. This breach, involving the recruitment of a military officer to provide classified documents, raised serious national security concerns.
The Ethereum Foundation is undergoing a leadership transition, with Vitalik Buterin outlining its key priorities and reaffirming its commitment to ethical principles while clarifying values it will not adopt.