Universal Digital Inc. Embraces Bitcoin as Core Reserve Asset with New Treasury Strategy
In a bold move signaling growing institutional confidence in Bitcoin, Universal Digital Inc. has announced the launch of its Bitcoin Treasury Strategy, positioning the cryptocurrency as a core reserve asset. This strategic pivot, effective as of July 2025, will see the company divesting its altcoin holdings to fund Bitcoin accumulation across North America and Asia. The phased implementation reflects a transparent approach to institutional adoption, particularly in high-growth industries and blockchain technology sectors. This development underscores Bitcoin's maturing role as a store of value and highlights the accelerating mainstream acceptance of digital assets in corporate treasury management.
Universal Digital Inc. Launches Bitcoin Treasury Strategy Across North America And Asia
Universal Digital Inc. has unveiled a Bitcoin Treasury Strategy, marking a strategic pivot toward Bitcoin as a core reserve asset. The move aligns with growing institutional adoption of digital assets, particularly in high-growth industries and blockchain technology sectors.
The company will divest its altcoin holdings to fund bitcoin accumulation, implementing the strategy in phased, transparent stages. This capital allocation framework aims to enhance long-term net asset value while capitalizing on Bitcoin's role as a complementary reserve asset.
Eastern Asia emerges as a key focus area, with Universal Digital planning collaborations with listed companies in the region. The territory already accounts for 8.9% of global on-chain cryptocurrency activity, demonstrating established institutional and retail interest in digital asset innovation.
The Blockchain Group Secures $7.7M to Expand Bitcoin Treasury Strategy
The Blockchain Group, a Paris-listed firm (Euronext: ALTBG.PA), has raised €7.2 million ($7.7 million) in an ATM-type capital increase with asset manager TOBAM. The funding will bolster its ambition to become Europe's leading Bitcoin treasury company, mirroring strategies employed by firms like Metaplanet and MicroStrategy.
Proceeds from the capital raise, executed at €4.49 per share—a 20.76% discount to June 13 closing price—will be used to accumulate bitcoin (BTC) on its balance sheet. The company began this treasury strategy in late 2024, aiming to maximize BTC holdings per share as a long-term value proposition.
This MOVE positions The Blockchain Group among Europe's first publicly traded companies to adopt a corporate bitcoin accumulation strategy, with plans to hold up to 260 BTC. The firm joins a growing cohort of listed entities using bitcoin as a primary treasury asset.
Polymarket Odds Shift as Trump Team Proposes Iran Talks, Bitcoin Recovers from Initial Dip
Traders on decentralized betting platform Polymarket have sharply reduced expectations for U.S. military action against Iran, with probabilities dropping from 66.9% to 46% following reports of potential diplomatic talks. The shift comes amid news that the TRUMP administration is exploring a meeting between U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to discuss nuclear negotiations and regional tensions.
Bitcoin initially tumbled to $102,750 in a knee-jerk reaction to heightened geopolitical risks, mirroring traditional market避险情绪. The cryptocurrency has since rebounded to $106,700, demonstrating resilience despite ongoing Middle East volatility. Israel's recent airstrikes on Iranian facilities and Tehran's retaliatory measures continue to inject uncertainty into global markets.
One Polymarket trader bucked the prevailing sentiment, arguing "Trump should join the fray: his troops need the experience in postmodern warfare." The platform's prediction markets remain a bellwether for geopolitical risk assessment among crypto traders.
JP Morgan Files Trademark for Digital Asset Services, Embraces Bitcoin ETFs as Collateral
JP Morgan Chase has taken a decisive step toward mainstream crypto integration with a new trademark filing for blockchain-based financial services. The June 16 application covers digital currency trading, electronic transfers, and token exchange systems—signaling institutional readiness for Web3 infrastructure.
The bank simultaneously announced it will accept Bitcoin ETF shares as collateral, expanding its cryptocurrency offerings for wealth management clients. This dual move reflects Wall Street's accelerating adoption curve, with stablecoins and regulated crypto products becoming operational fixtures rather than speculative experiments.
Trademark documents reveal plans for a potential 'JPMD' stablecoin, positioning the $500 billion asset manager to compete directly with crypto-native payment networks. The filing originates from JPMorgan's Columbus office, historically the bank's payments innovation hub.
Bitcoin Dives as Israel-Iran Conflict Escalates: Crypto’s Safe-Haven Status Under Fire
Bitcoin and the broader cryptocurrency market faced significant volatility following the escalation of hostilities between Israel and Iran. The digital asset, often touted as a safe haven during geopolitical turmoil, saw its price fluctuate sharply as investors grappled with heightened uncertainty.
The conflict intensified in June 2025 after Israel launched targeted airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, including the Natanz site, citing concerns over Tehran's advancing nuclear program. Iran, a state frequently accused of sponsoring terrorism, has long been a regional adversary of Israel, with its leadership openly hostile toward the Jewish state.
Cryptocurrencies, historically viewed as a hedge against traditional market instability, are now being tested in this latest geopolitical crisis. The reaction of Bitcoin and other digital assets underscores the evolving narrative around their role in global finance.
Coinbase Launches Bitcoin Rewards Credit Card with American Express
Coinbase has partnered with American Express to introduce its first credit card, the Coinbase One Card, exclusively for U.S.-based Coinbase One subscribers. The card offers up to 4% back in bitcoin, with rewards tied to users' crypto holdings on the platform.
The move signals a strategic push into traditional financial services, building on Coinbase's 2020 Visa debit card offering. Unlike its predecessor, the new product operates as a full-featured credit card on the Amex network, scheduled for release this fall.
Coinbase One, the exchange's subscription service launched in 2023, now boasts nearly one million users. The platform has introduced a lower-cost tier at $4.99/month to broaden accessibility, reflecting growing mainstream demand for crypto-integrated financial products.
