$BTC This week was packed with explosive updates from the crypto world. Let’s dive into the key developments in the market and the latest updates from Binance.

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🗞️ Top News Highlights

✅ Bitcoin Surges to New Heights

Bitcoin crossed the $110,000 mark, coming close to its previous all-time high. The market is showing strong bullish momentum once again.

✅ Major Progress in US Senate

The US Senate passed former President Trump’s budget bill, sparking discussions on its potential economic impact.

✅ Michael Saylor’s Massive Bitcoin Buy

Michael Saylor’s firm acquired 4,980 BTC worth approximately $531.9 million, averaging around $106,801 per bitcoin.

✅ Metaplanet’s Strategic BTC Purchase

Metaplanet added another 1,005 BTC to its treasury, bringing its total holdings to 13,350 BTC.

✅ Grayscale Spot ETF Approved by SEC

The SEC approved the conversion of Grayscale’s large-cap crypto fund into a spot ETF, opening up new investment opportunities.

✅ European Blockchain Initiative Announced

The European Central Bank revealed plans to launch a blockchain-based euro settlement pilot starting in 2026.

✅ DWS & Deutsche Bank’s Stablecoin Project Greenlit

The euro stablecoin initiative by DWS and Deutsche Bank received regulatory approval, moving Europe closer to digital currency adoption.

✅ First US-Listed Solana ETF Goes Live

The first Solana ETF listed in the US officially launched, increasing institutional access to SOL.

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📖 Binance Academy Insights

Who Is Michael Saylor?

What Is a Stablecoin?

What Is a Bitcoin Treasury Strategy?

What Is Risk Premium?

What Are Internet Capital Markets (ICM)?

What Is Sahara AI (SAHARA)?

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🔥 Binance Blog Highlights

🚀 Binance Institutional Loans – Offering up to 4x leverage with zero interest potential.

📲 Two New Ways to Send Crypto in 2025 via Binance Pay

🎙️ Richard Teng’s AMA Recap – 8 years of Binance and what’s next.

🔍 Dinesh’s Vision – Building Binance’s search-first future.

⚖️ Blockchain Justice – Supporting Korean law enforcement in fighting crypto crimes.

🌴 Binance Pay Travel Route – Whispering dreams of the French Riviera.

💸 Earning with Liquid Staking Tokens (LSTs) on Binance Simple Earn

📜 From Gray Area to Ground Rules – Breaking down US Senate’s crypto market structure principles.