Inside Austin’s bitcoin underground

AUSTIN — There is a sort of clubhouse for Austin’s bitcoin believers on the second floor of the Littlefield Building at the corner of Congress Avenue and Sixth Street. The hideaway is at the crossroads of two worlds — the majestic thoroughfare that leads to the Texas State Capitol and the iconic, albeit notorious, stretch … Read more

Bitcoin touches an all-time high above $69,000 then falls 4%

Jaap Arriens | NurPhoto | Getty Images Bitcoin has reached a new all-time high for the first time in more than two years, as this year’s rally — fueled by excitement over bitcoin ETFs and the upcoming halving event — accelerated. The price of the cryptocurrency topped $69,210 on Tuesday morning before retreating, according to … Read more

Bitcoin breaks below $39,000, bringing decline from ETF highs to more than 20%

Bitcoin extended its recent declines on Tuesday, falling further below $40,000 to its lowest level since the beginning of December. The price of the cryptocurrency was last lower by more than 3% at $38,840.93, adding to its 4% loss from the previous day, when the coin briefly dipped below $40,000 for the first time this … Read more