news about Bitcoin:
*Bitcoin Price Predictions*
- Standard Chartered forecasts that Bitcoin's halving cycle is unlikely to hurt its price in the second half of 2025, thanks to strong ETF and corporate buying.
- The bank predicts Bitcoin could reach $135,000 by the end of the third quarter.
- CryptoQuant research suggests Bitcoin's price action needs to rise 30% to match 2024 levels ¹.
*Bitcoin Adoption and Investment*
- Vanadi Coffee, a Spanish cafe chain, has approved a $1.17 billion Bitcoin investment plan, adding 20 BTC to its stash, bringing the total to 54 BTC.
- Michael Saylor's tech company is expected to post over $13 billion in unrealized gains from its Bitcoin holdings in the second quarter of 2025 ² ¹.
*Market Trends and Analysis*
- Bitcoin's current price is not compelling enough for investors to continue selling, with unrealized profits hitting $1.2 trillion, according to Glassnode.
- Phishing attacks account for the highest number of security incidents this year, with wallet hacks stealing the most at $1.7 billion ¹.
*Other News*
- Belgium's KBC Bank reportedly plans to let retail customers invest in Bitcoin and Ether via its Bolero platform, pending regulatory approval.
- Binance Pay and Lyzi team up to bring crypto payments to over 80 businesses across the French Riviera ¹.