The Bitcoin Core OP_RETURN debate pits technical flexibility against spam risks, exposing deeper divides over Bitcoin’s purpose and governance.
Strategy bought 1,895 Bitcoin for $180M, with $5.8B in 2025 gains and an $84B capital plan for more purchases.
Tether issued a second $100,000 grant to support BTCPay Server’s open-source Bitcoin payment development.
Tether’s Q1 2025 report shows $143.6B USD₮ issued, $149.3B in assets, $1B profit, and growing global adoption under El Salvador’s oversight.
Semler Scientific bought 165 Bitcoin for $15.7M, growing its total to 3,467 Bitcoin.
BlackRock’s IBIT added $970M in Bitcoin on April 28th, driving a $3B weekly inflow to U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs and holding 51% market share.
Strategy bought 15,355 Bitcoin for $1.42 billion, bringing its holdings to 535,555 Bitcoin.
Tokyo Bitcoin Base opens April 25th to revive Tokyo’s Bitcoin community with workspace, events, and future developer accommodations.
