Thailand will launch a pilot program allowing tourists to convert cryptocurrency into baht. The program includes a per-person cap of 550,000 baht, according to Reuters. Would you use crypto abroad if this option was available? Source: Reuters, August 2025

This week, our team takes the stage at @SALTConference Wyoming Blockchain Symposium with @KiteVC to discuss how ABTC is building America’s Bitcoin infrastructure backbone.

Bitcoin’s network hashrate rose 4% in the first half of August, according to JPMorgan. U.S.-listed miners reached a record 33.6% share of the total. How do you see miner dominance impacting Bitcoin’s future? Source: CoinDesk, August 2025

Citigroup is considering custody and payment services for stablecoins. The bank is also exploring opportunities in cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds. Should major banks expand further into crypto? Source: Reuters, August 2025

Bitcoin’s dominance dropped under 60% of the total crypto market this week. This shift came as digital assets and U.S. equities both hit record highs. Do you think this signals a shift in market leadership? Source: CoinDesk, August 2025

Bitcoin reached a new record high on August 13th, rising past $123,500. Corporate interest in the cryptocurrency continues to grow as more companies explore digital assets. Do you think corporate demand will keep rising? Source: Bloomberg, August 2025

Metaplanet, a Japan-based investment firm, purchased approximately $61 million worth of Bitcoin. The company added 518 BTC, bringing its total reserves to around 18,113 BTC. Do you think more firms will follow this Bitcoin strategy? Source: CoinDesk, August 2025

Trump-linked World Liberty is proposing a $1.5 billion public crypto vehicle. The plan aims to hold digital assets and WLFI tokens as part of its investment strategy. How could this move impact the broader crypto market? Source: Bloomberg, August 2025

Michigan State’s pension fund raised its Bitcoin ETF holdings to $10.7 million in Q2. The fund nearly tripled its position compared to Q1 2025. Are other state pensions next to increase crypto exposure? Source: Bitcoin Magazine, August 2025

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