Metaplanet, a Tokyo-based public company, has revealed that it has acquired more bitcoin for its treasury holdings. According to disclosure statements, Metaplanet acquired 21.877 bitcoin, spending about $ 1.26 million (200 million Japanese yen) for this purpose. Now, Metaplanet holds 225.61 bitcoin, having paid a little over $ 14.17 million for the cryptocurrency …
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has addressed concerns about Russia using cryptocurrency to evade sanctions. During her testimony before the House Financial Services Committee, Yellen acknowledged the potential threat, noting that while it may not be a significant issue now, it could become more concerning as sanctions intensify. Yellen: We Are Very Attentive to the […]
Hamilton has announced the tokenization of U.S. Treasury bills on Bitcoin’s layer two (L2) platforms, stating that it marks a significant advancement in bridging traditional finance with Bitcoin’s decentralized finance (defi) sector. The move aims to enhance financial accessibility and liquidity within the Bitcoin ecosystem. U.S. Treasury Bills Tokenized on Bitcoin’s L2s Hamilton, a startup […]
Abra, a digital asset platform, has introduced Abra Treasury, providing customized digital asset treasury solutions. The service targets corporations, family offices, and non-profits. Abra Treasury, operated by Abra Capital Management LP, aims to offer an integrated suite of services including custody, trading, borrowing, and yield through separately managed accounts. Abra insists these solutions are tailored […]
The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the IRS have released final regulations for tax reporting on digital asset sales, as part of the Biden-Harris administration’s implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Additionally, the Treasury and the IRS revealed that they anticipate issuing further rules later this year to establish reporting requirements for […]