TheCryptoList News Weekly | Mar 12 – Global Turmoil, Bitcoin Holds $70K, Crypto Thief Arrest

TheCryptoList News Weekly | Jun 2 – Bitcoin Pizza Day, Polymarket Betting Case, What Is Bitcoin?

In this episode of TheCryptoList News Weekly: 🍕 Bitcoin Pizza Day – What happened to the 10,000 Bitcoin used to buy two pizzas? 🎯 Van Dyke and Polymarket – Federal prosecutors allege a former U.S. Army Special Forces Master Sergeant used classified information to place profitable prediction market bets. 📈 Roaring Kitty – The latest developments surrounding the retail trading icon. 🔐 Seed Phrase Wallet – A story involving Kevin Durant and an important reminder about crypto security. ₿ What Is Bitcoin? – Our featured segment explores Bitcoin's origins, purpose, and why millions of people continue to believe it has value today. Protect Your Seed Phrase: https://www.thecryptolist.net/keystone-tablet-guide [https://www.thecryptolist.net/keystone-tablet-guide] TheCryptoList: https://www.thecryptolist.net [https://www.thecryptolist.net/]

TheCryptoList News Weekly | Mar 29 – MLB x Polymarket, $1.8B Mastercard Deal, Pokémon NFTs

Major League Baseball has named Polymarket as its official prediction market exchange in a deal reportedly worth hundreds of millions of dollars. The partnership gives Polymarket access to official MLB branding and league data, allowing the platform to integrate real league branding into its markets. Polymarket will also receive official league data through Sportradar, helping power and resolve markets tied to real world outcomes. The focus of the partnership is fan engagement, with users able to interact with markets connected to game results, team performance, and season outcomes. This episode also covers Kraken’s expanding presence in Formula 1, Mastercard’s $1.8 billion acquisition of BVNK, how Pokémon collectibles are moving onto blockchain networks, and a deep dive into Lido and Ethereum staking. Chapters: 00:15 Polymarket MLB 00:56 Kraken and F1 01:29 Mastercard 02:06 Pokemon 02:50 Coin Video: Lido This is not financial advice. Keywords: crypto news, mlb polymarket, prediction markets, sports crypto, mastercard bvnk, crypto payments, stablecoins, kraken f1, pokemon nfts, blockchain, ethereum staking, lido finance

TheCryptoList News Weekly | Mar 19 – Durant Crypto Recovery, Kalshi Charges, 24/7 Markets

Kevin Durant is back in the spotlight—this time in crypto. Reports of a crypto-related issue tied to his holdings are raising questions around wallet security, asset recovery, and how even high-profile individuals can be exposed to risks in the space. Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has filed criminal charges against prediction market platform Kalshi, alleging the company operated as an illegal gambling business. The case highlights a growing debate around whether prediction markets should be treated as financial tools or regulated as gambling. We also break down the latest Crypto Vitals: • Total market cap: $2.4T • Bitcoin dominance: 58.2% • Ethereum: 10.7% • Fear & Greed Index: 23 Plus: • Nasdaq and Kraken explore bringing traditional assets on-chain with a push toward 24/7 markets • KPOP Demon Hunters wins big at the Oscars—and the meme coin reacts in real time • A closer look at how culture and crypto narratives continue to intersect Stay up to date with the latest in crypto with TheCryptoList News Weekly. This is not financial advice.

TheCryptoList News Weekly | Mar 12 – Global Turmoil, Bitcoin Holds $70K, Crypto Thief Arrest

Bitcoin holds near $70K despite global turmoil. A crypto thief linked to a $46M government wallet theft is arrested, tokenized gold surges during Middle East tensions, and Waymo begins autonomous food delivery tests. In this episode of TheCryptoList News Weekly, we break down several key developments shaping cryptocurrency markets and global technology. Stories covered this week: • Bitcoin holds near the $70,000 level despite geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices • The arrest of a suspect connected to the theft of $46 million from U.S. government crypto wallets • Rising activity in tokenized gold products like PAX Gold (PAXG) and Tether Gold (XAUT) during Middle East hostilities • This week’s Crypto Vitals including total market cap, Bitcoin dominance, and the Fear & Greed Index • A proposed Minnesota bill that could ban cryptocurrency ATMs across the state • A new partnership between Waymo and DoorDash testing autonomous food delivery in Phoenix, Arizona Crypto Vitals Total market cap: $2.37 trillion Bitcoin market cap: $1.39 trillion Bitcoin dominance: 58.6% Ethereum dominance: 10.4% Altcoin market share: 31% The Fear & Greed Index currently reads 18, remaining in Extreme Fear despite Bitcoin holding near the $70K level. TheCryptoList News Weekly focuses on clear explanations and real context behind the biggest stories shaping digital assets and emerging technology. Explore cryptocurrencies and learn how they work: https://TheCryptoList.net Recommended Product Keystone Tablet – Secure Seed Phrase Storage https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKP6GMW [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKP6GMW] As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

TheCryptoList News Weekly | Mar 6 – Iran War Bitcoin Moves, Nasdaq Prediction Markets, Extreme Fear

This episode of TheCryptoList News Weekly explores how global events and financial markets are intersecting with cryptocurrency. As the war in Iran escalates, on-chain data shows a surge in cryptocurrency withdrawals from Iranian exchanges. Millions of dollars moved into self-custody wallets shortly after U.S. and Israeli airstrikes began, highlighting how some users turn to Bitcoin during periods of geopolitical uncertainty. We also break down Nasdaq’s move into prediction markets. The exchange has filed with the SEC to introduce “Outcome Related Options,” contracts that allow traders to take yes-or-no positions on market outcomes tied to the Nasdaq-100 index. Plus this week’s Crypto Vitals, including total market cap, Bitcoin dominance, and the latest reading from the Fear & Greed Index. Additional topics include developments involving privacy coins Monero and Zcash, and Solana-based AI technology being explored for autonomous driving. Explore cryptocurrencies and learn how they work: TheCryptoList.net This is not financial advice.