MicroStrategy
Michael Saylor Slams Altcoins, Urges Regulation Over Crypto’s ‘Parade of Horribles’
Microstrategy CEO and bitcoin (BTC) whale Michael Saylor is calling on regulators to tackle altcoins, or a “parade of horribles,” saying BTC is getting caught in the crossfire of a collapsing market and risky crypto industry practices. “The Hash” team reacts.
MicroStrategy Defended at BTIG; Saylor Not Expecting Imminent Margin Call
With bitcoin (BTC) prices falling, some question whether MicroStrategy (MSTR) may have to part with or pledge as collateral more of its 129,218 coin stack. "The Hash" discusses the outlook for MicroStrategy as CEO Michael Saylor told the Wall Street Journal, "we don’t expect to receive a margin call."
Crypto Market Slumps; USDD Depegging Fears
Tron founder Justin Sun steps in as USDD stablecoin loses its dollar parity. Microstrategy shares plunge as bitcoin freefalls. Binance resumes withdrawals on Bitcoin network after a temporary pause. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of “The Daily Forkast.”
Michael Saylor Suggests MicroStrategy Will Never Sell its Bitcoin
Even as bitcoin's price has fallen 50% from its highs, MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor tweeted that there's almost no price low enough at which his business analytics software company would be forced to sell bitcoin. "The Hash" squad discusses Saylor's investment strategy, outlook and the concerns raised about possible margin calls.
MicroStrategy Reports $170M Impairment Charge on Bitcoin Holdings in Q1
According to its recent earnings report, software firm MicroStrategy (MSTR) took a non-cash digital asset impairment charge of $170.1 million in the first quarter on its bitcoin holdings. “The Hash” group discusses the impact of bitcoin’s recent price decline on MicroStrategy’s earnings and shareholder response to the company’s crypto experiment.
Crypto Markets React to Hawkish Brainard Remarks
Marcus Sotiriou, GlobalBlock market analyst, shares his bitcoin price outlook as Federal Reserve Governor Lael Brainard said Tuesday the U.S. central bank will reduce its balance sheet as soon as May. Plus, a conversation on MicroStrategy’s continued accumulation of bitcoin and Exxon’s plans to enter the crypto mining industry.
MicroStrategy, EU Parliament, and Other Possible Drivers of BTC’s Volatile Week
The “Week in Review” panel discusses possible catalysts for bitcoin’s recent price volatility, noting MicroStrategy's $205 million loan from Silvergate to amass even more BTC. Plus, Managing Editor for Tech Christie Harkin explains why Chris Larsen’s planned “Change the Code, Not the Climate” campaign is already facing stiff opposition from the bitcoin community.
What’s Driving the BTC Price Dip?
MarketGauge's Michele Schneider discusses the possible catalysts for bitcoin market moves, citing a recent vote in the European Union to move forward with restrictive crypto regulations and increased buying by whales like MicroStrategy. Plus, a discussion about bitcoin as a risk-on or risk-off asset and why Schneider is optimistic about Luna, Avalanche, and Solana.
MicroStrategy Takes $147M Impairment Charge on Bitcoin Holdings in Q4
MicroStrategy (MSTR) reported a non-cash digital asset impairment charge of $146.6 million in the fourth quarter, up from $65.2 million in the prior quarter, according to its latest earnings statement. This comes as bitcoin enters into a bear market. “The Hash” team discusses the specifics and the potential silver lining ahead.
What’s Driving Bitcoin Lower?
Bitcoin buying activity remains weak despite several oversold signals on the charts. Prime Trust Chief Financial Officer Rodrigo Vicuna discusses his take on the potential catalyst behind BTC’s short-term downtrend and the possible impact of mining on price movements. Is a “Santa Rally” still possible?