Crypto Kidnapping: 2nd Suspect Surrenders in Bitcoin Case

A second suspect, William Duplessie, surrendered in a Bitcoin-related kidnapping case involving torture and assault of an Italian man in Manhattan. Both suspects face multiple charges.
67,947 Americans Warned as US City Data Breach May Have Exposed Names, Dates of Birth, Social Security Numbers and More – The Daily Hodl

A data breach in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, exposed personal information of 67,947 Americans, including names, birth dates, and Social Security numbers. The city is offering identity protection services.
Solana’s Raj Gokal doxxed via Migos’ Instagram account after failed 40 BTC extortion bid

Hackers doxxed Solana co-founder Raj Gokal via Migos’ Instagram after a failed 40 BTC extortion attempt, posting his personal info including passport and KYC photos obtained from a breached email.
Trump Media aims for top 10 corporate Bitcoin holder spot with $2.5B investment plan

Trump Media plans to raise $2.5B to buy Bitcoin, aiming to become a top 10 corporate holder. The move aligns with its crypto strategy, including a utility token and digital wallet development.
Trump Media Plans $2.5 Billion Bitcoin Treasury, Funds Deal With Equity and Convertible Notes – “The Defiant”

Trump Media plans to buy $2.5B in Bitcoin for its treasury, funded by $1.5B in stock and $1B in convertible notes, aiming to become a top public BTC holder.
Trump Media to raise $2.5B to build Bitcoin treasury, mirroring Strategy’s playbook

Trump Media plans to raise $2.5 billion to build a Bitcoin treasury, issuing $1.5B in stock and $1B in convertible notes, mirroring Strategy’s crypto approach.
USDC issuer Circle moves forward with initial public offering on NYSE
Circle, the issuer of USDC stablecoin, is proceeding with an IPO on the NYSE, offering 24 million shares of Class A common stock under ticker CRCL.
Circle launches IPO after denying speculation of sale to Ripple, Coinbase

Circle Internet Group files for IPO with 24 million shares on NYSE under ticker ‘CRCL’, denies acquisition talks with Coinbase and Ripple, reaffirming public listing plans.
France Buys Bitcoin as Pakistan Embraces Crypto: 3 Cryptos to Make 100x During the Bull Run

France expands Bitcoin reserves with a $72M bond sale, while Pakistan boosts crypto mining and appoints experts. Global crypto adoption grows, with Central & Southern Asia leading. Key cryptos poised for growth.
Bitcoin Isn’t a Hedge, Says Metaplanet Strategist

Metaplanet’s Bitcoin strategist Dylan LeClair states Bitcoin is not a hedge but a long-term asset. The firm holds over 7,800 BTC, driving its stock price up 1,565% in a year.