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Metaplanet’s latest purchase of 1,111 Bitcoin brings its total holdings to 11,111 BTC, with an average acquisition cost exceeding $95,000 per Bitcoin.
In a significant move, Metaplanet has expanded its Bitcoin holdings to 11,111 BTC, valued at over $1.1 billion, following a recent purchase of 1,111 BTC at an average price of $105,681. This acquisition comes amid fluctuating market conditions, as Bitcoin briefly dipped below $98,000 due to geopolitical tensions following U.S. airstrikes in Iran. However, Bitcoin has since rebounded, trading above $101,000. Analysts suggest that fears of a spike in oil prices due to Iran’s threats have not materialized, leading to a more stable environment for cryptocurrencies. Despite initial panic, Bitcoin’s recovery indicates resilience in the market, with increased trading volumes suggesting renewed interest. Meanwhile, in the DeFi space, Celestia’s co-founder has proposed a Proof-of-Governance model to enhance liquid staking, potentially reducing token issuance significantly. Additionally, security concerns have arisen as HashDit warns users about a compromised Cointelegraph website, urging caution. As the market navigates these developments, the interplay between geopolitical events and cryptocurrency dynamics remains critical.
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Metaplanet Acquires 1,111 Bitcoin, Totaling 11,111 BTC
Metaplanet’s latest purchase of 1,111 Bitcoin brings its total holdings to 11,111 BTC, with an average acquisition cost exceeding $95,000 per Bitcoin.
Bitcoin Maintains Support; Oil Prices Stabilize
Bitcoin has bounced back above $101,000 after concerns over oil price spikes following U.S. airstrikes on Iran. Oil prices initially rose but have since settled lower, indicating market skepticism about Iran’s threats.
Bitcoin Surges Past 100K Amid Iran Tensions
Bitcoin has rebounded above $100,000 after a brief dip, driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East following U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites.
Celestia Co-Founder Suggests Governance-Based Staking
John Adler, co-founder of Celestia, has proposed implementing Proof-of-Governance (PoG) for liquid staking tokens on the X platform, aiming to cut unnecessary token issuance significantly while enhancing security and usability within Celestia’s DeFi ecosystem.
HashDit Alerts Users About Cointelegraph Website Breach
HashDit has warned users on X that the Cointelegraph website has been compromised and is currently serving malicious content. Users are advised to refrain from interacting with the site until it is secured.
Khamenei Denounces Attack on Nuclear Sites
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei condemned the U.S. attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities, labeling it a significant crime by the ‘Zionist enemy’ Israel that warrants punishment.
Address Faces Liquidation, Then Rebounds in Market
The cryptocurrency address 0x7e8b suffered a liquidation loss of 965 BTC and 12,024 ETH, totaling over $3.5 million, but has since re-entered the market with a profitable leveraged long position on BTC.
Profitable Bitcoin Short Position Closed
An on-chain analyst reported a short position of 1,111.11 BTC was closed, yielding a profit of $9.03 million over 10 days, with a total profit of $21.675 million since March 2025.
Whale AguilaTrades Takes Major Bitcoin Short Position
Blockchain analyst @ai_9684xtpa reports that whale AguilaTrades made a $112,000 profit from a short-term trade and has now opened a significant short position of 1,000.82 BTC with 20x leverage, valued at $100 million, currently facing an unrealized loss of $1.34 million.
BNB Hits 620 USDT with 1.55% Drop
As of June 23, 2025, BNB has surpassed the 620 USDT mark, currently trading at 620.210022 USDT, reflecting a slight decrease of 1.55% over the last 24 hours.
Bitcoin Price Surges Could Lead to Major Liquidations
Data from Coinglass reveals that Bitcoin could trigger $910 million in short liquidations if it exceeds $102,000, while a drop below $100,000 may only result in $133 million in long liquidations.
Cointelegraph’s Front End Targeted by Cyber Attack
Foresight News reports a cyber attack on Cointelegraph’s front end, urging users to stay alert to potential risks.
BTC Surges Past 100K Amid Iran Tensions
Bitcoin stabilizes above $100,000 as market volatility from U.S. strikes on Iran eases, while crude oil prices remain elevated.
Inactive Bitcoin Address Transfers 61 BTC After 12 Years
An early Bitcoin address, dormant for 12 years, has moved 61 BTC, now valued at about $6.08 million. The address previously held 300 BTC, worth approximately $30.2 million.
Geopolitical Risks Threaten Global Economic Stability
Analysts warn that the expiration of U.S. tariffs could escalate tensions, particularly with rising oil prices due to Middle East conflicts, potentially impacting the economy and delaying interest rate cuts.
Bitcoin (BTC) Hits 101,000 USDT with Minor Dip
As of June 22, 2025, Bitcoin has surpassed the 101,000 USDT mark, currently trading at 101,000.59375 USDT, reflecting a slight 0.47% decrease over the past 24 hours.
Long-Dormant Bitcoin Wallet Comes Back to Life
A Bitcoin wallet that had been inactive for 11.6 years was recently reactivated, holding 300 BTC worth approximately $29.83 million.
Ethereum (ETH) Hits 2,200 USDT Amid Market Turmoil
As of June 22, 2025, Ethereum has surpassed the 2,200 USDT mark, currently trading at 2,209.71 USDT, reflecting a slight 3.61% decrease over the past 24 hours.
Crypto Market Plummets Amid Geopolitical Tensions
The cryptocurrency market cap dropped 6.2% to $3.16 trillion as rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran led investors to seek safer assets. Notable gainers included Gains Network and Poollotto.finance, while several tokens faced significant losses.