Semler Scientific (Nasdaq: SMLR) just dropped blockbuster Q4 earnings, and Bitcoin played a massive role. The company marked up its Bitcoin holdings by $28.85 million, driving net income to $29.2 million ($3.64 per share) - a staggering increase from $4.2 million ($0.62 per share) a year ago.

TYSONS CORNER, Va., February 18, 2025 — Strategy™ (Nasdaq: MSTR) is making another bold financial move. The company has announced plans to issue $2 billion in 0% convertible senior notes due 2030 in a private sale to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A of the Securities Act. Additionally, Strategy has granted initial purchasers the option to buy an extra $300 million in notes, subject to market conditions.

Ohio is making bold moves in the Bitcoin space. Senator Sandra O’Brien has introduced Ohio Senate Bill 57, a proposal that would allow the state’s treasurer to invest in Bitcoin—exclusively Bitcoin—to establish the Ohio Bitcoin Reserve Fund.

Bitcoin’s role in the global financial system could be poised for a seismic shift as President Donald Trump signs an executive order to establish a U.S. sovereign wealth fund (SWF). The move fuels speculation that Bitcoin may be included in the nation’s financial reserves for the first time, given that the two key figures appointed to lead the initiative—Commerce Secretary nominee Howard Lutnick and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessant—are among the most openly pro-Bitcoin officials in the administration.

The Bitcoin mining giant Bitdeer has once again made waves in the industry, announcing an increase of 50 BTC to its holdings today. The latest purchase, valued at approximately $4.74 million USD, brings Bitdeer’s total Bitcoin reserves to 787 BTC as of February 3, 2025.

In a landmark move that highlights the growing intersection of Bitcoin and traditional finance, Tesla has reported a $600 million net gain on its Bitcoin holdings for the fourth quarter of 2024. This significant boost was made possible by a new accounting rule that allows companies to reflect the market value of their Bitcoin assets on their balance sheets.

In a groundbreaking development that could reshape the financial landscape of Europe, the Czech Republic’s central bank is considering a bold move: investing billions of euros of its reserves into Bitcoin. Aleš Michl, the governor of the Czech National Bank (CNB), has floated the idea of allocating up to 5% of the bank’s €140 billion ($145.6 billion) reserves into the world’s leading cryptocurrency. If approved, this would mark the first time a Western European central bank has ventured into Bitcoin as a reserve asset.

In a ground breaking announcement that has sent waves through the Bitcoin world, Metaplanet Inc., a trailblazing Bitcoin treasury company, has unveiled its audacious 2025-2026 Bitcoin Plan. This strategic roadmap outlines the company’s mission to solidify its position as one of the largest corporate Bitcoin holders globally, with a bold target of accumulating 10,000 Bitcoin by the end of 2025 and 21,000 Bitcoin by the end of 2026.

The Bitcoin ETF landscape is evolving rapidly, with new proposals and innovations aimed at improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing accessibility for institutional and retail investors alike. One of the most significant developments in this space is the push for in-kind redemptions, a mechanism that would transform how Bitcoin ETFs operate. In this post, we’ll explore the latest developments, including the Australian Bitcoin ETF landscape, Monochrome’s in-kind redemption model, and the broader implications for the Bitcoin market.

Bitcoin has just taken center stage in U.S. financial policy. President Trump has signed a groundbreaking executive order aimed at strengthening American leadership in digital assets, blockchain technology, and financial innovation. 🇺🇸💰

As Bitcoin flirts with its previous all-time highs, a meeting between US Senator Cynthia Lummis and Eric Trump has ignited fresh discussions about the creation of an American Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR). The meeting, held at the Capitol, was initially highlighted in a now-deleted tweet from Eric Trump, raising questions about potential high-level strategy shifts regarding Bitcoin adoption.

Matador Technologies Inc. (TSXV: MATA) has announced the successful acquisition of 29 bitcoins for CAD$4.5 million in cash, at an average price of USD$96,341 per bitcoin, inclusive of fees and expenses. This move is part of Matador’s broader strategy to integrate Bitcoin into its treasury and support its upcoming digital gold platform.

On January 21, 2025, MicroStrategy announced a significant addition to its Bitcoin holdings. Between January 13, 2025, and January 20, 2025, the company acquired approximately 11,000 BTC for $1.1 billion in cash. This translates to an average purchase price of $101,191 per bitcoin, inclusive of fees and expenses. The purchase was funded through proceeds from the issuance and sale of shares under the Sales Agreement.

On Tuesday evening, former President Donald Trump announced that he had fully pardoned Ross Ulbricht, the founder of Silk Road, a darknet marketplace that became one of the first real-world use cases for Bitcoin. This move has sparked celebration across the Bitcoin community, as Ulbricht has been widely regarded as a martyr for financial freedom and decentralization.

In a recent note to investors, Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer of Bitwise Asset Management, highlighted a critical and largely overlooked megatrend: companies adopting Bitcoin as a treasury asset. While MicroStrategy often dominates headlines, Hougan emphasizes that this movement extends far beyond a single company and is significant enough to reshape the Bitcoin market in the coming months.

In an exciting development for Bitcoin adoption, Ming Shing Group Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: MSW), a Hong Kong-based construction company specializing in wet trades works, has entered the Bitcoin space with a $47 million investment. The company’s newly established subsidiary, Lead Benefit (HK) Limited, purchased 500 Bitcoin at an average price of $94,375 per Bitcoin on January 9, 2025. This forward-thinking move positions Ming Shing as a trailblazer in merging traditional industries with cutting-edge financial innovation.

In an exciting move for the Bitcoin community, a group of Meta shareholders recently submitted a proposal urging the tech giant to allocate a portion of its balance sheet to Bitcoin. This initiative reflects growing momentum among corporations to consider Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset, offering a hedge against inflation and a potential gateway to broader innovation in the digital economy.

The Czech National Bank is joining a growing global trend of exploring Bitcoin as a potential reserve asset. Governor Aleš Michl recently revealed his interest in acquiring Bitcoin to diversify the country’s foreign exchange reserves, signaling a shift in how central banks view cryptocurrency’s role in national financial strategies.

Thailand is embracing the future of payments with the launch of a pilot program allowing tourists to use Bitcoin for transactions in Phuket, one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations. Starting in 2025, this initiative aims to provide international visitors with a streamlined, tech-forward alternative to traditional payment methods while enhancing the country's appeal in the global tourism market.

Pierre Poilievre, the pro-crypto leader of Canada’s Conservative Party, has emerged as a frontrunner in the race to become the country’s next Prime Minister. Following Justin Trudeau’s announcement of his resignation, Poilievre is leading predictions on decentralized platforms like Polymarket, where users give him an 89% chance of securing the position. This development marks a significant moment for Bitcoin advocates, as Poilievre’s policies could reshape Canada’s stance on cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.