Bitcoin2026-07-02 12:45:14U.S. Pacific Commander Calls Bitcoin a 'Valuable Computer Science Tool' for National Power and SecurityAdmiral Samuel Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, told the Senate Armed Services Committee that Bitcoin is a peer-to-peer, zero-trust value transfer system whose underlying cryptography and proof-of-work protocols are valuable for national power projection and cybersecurity. He emphasized Bitcoin is not speculative but a computer science system with direct cybersecurity applications. Meanwhile, China's central bank think tank published a report exploring Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset. The U.S. has established a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and is advancing the BITCOIN Act to acquire one million BTC. These developments indicate Bitcoin is shifting from a speculative tool to a strategic asset in great-power competition.450
Ukraine2026-06-29 14:07:45Ukraine Makes History: Transfers $8.3M in Seized USDT to State Management, Eyes Crypto Strategic ReserveUkraine's Prosecutor General's Office has transferred over $8.3 million in seized USDT to the Asset Recovery and Management Agency (ARMA) wallet, marking the first time the country has brought confiscated crypto assets under state management. The funds originated from an international hacker group targeting individuals and businesses in Europe and the US, with estimated losses exceeding $100 million. Four suspects are in custody but not yet convicted. This case emerges as Ukraine considers establishing a strategic crypto reserve funded by forfeited assets from criminal and civil cases, similar to the US approach.1910
Ukraine2026-06-29 14:07:45Ukraine Transfers $8.3M in Seized USDT to State Asset Recovery Agency, Eyes Strategic Crypto ReserveUkraine's Prosecutor General's Office has transferred over $8.3 million in USDT to the state Asset Recovery and Management Agency (ARMA), marking the first time seized crypto assets have been brought under state management. The funds stem from an investigation into an international hacker group accused of targeting individuals and businesses in Europe and the US, with estimated losses exceeding $100 million. The transfer is a custodial measure pending court verdicts. Separately, Ukraine is considering establishing a strategic cryptocurrency reserve funded by confiscated assets, similar to the US approach.1950
Ukraine2026-06-29 14:07:45Ukraine Transfers $8.3M in Seized USDT to State Management, Eyes Strategic Crypto ReserveUkraine’s Prosecutor General’s Office has transferred over $8.3 million worth of USDT to a crypto wallet controlled by the Asset Recovery and Management Agency (ARMA), marking the first time the country has brought seized crypto assets under state management. The funds originate from an international hacker group accused of targeting individuals and businesses in Europe and the US—stealing data, extorting ransom, and laundering proceeds through high-value property in Ukraine, with estimated losses exceeding $100 million. Four suspects are in custody. The transfer is custodial pending final court judgment. Meanwhile, Ukraine is considering establishing a strategic crypto reserve funded by seized assets from criminal and civil cases, similar to the US approach.1880
Upexi2026-06-25 13:30:38Upexi Raises $19.5M in Private Placement to Repay Debt and Boost SOL TreasuryNasdaq-listed Solana treasury company Upexi has announced a $19.5 million private placement, selling approximately 12.24 million shares (or pre-funded warrants) at $1.60 per share. Net proceeds will be used to repay existing debt and further accumulate SOL tokens as a strategic reserve asset, underscoring the firm's long-term commitment to the Solana ecosystem.1270
