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Saylor Hints at New BTC Buy, Strategy Eyes Semi-Monthly Dividends

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Strategy co-founder Michael Saylor has hinted at another large Bitcoin purchase, just a week after the company disclosed that it bought around $1 billion of Bitcoin in the second week of April.  Strategy disclosed last Monday that it acquired 13,927 Bitcoin for $1 billion between April 6 and 12, at an average price of $71,902 per coin, posting “Think ₿igger” the day before the filing.  However, Saylor posted “Think Even ₿igger” on X on Sunday along with a chart of Strategy’s purchase history, something he has historically done to hint…

Europe Bitcoin Treasury Model Won’t Mirror Strategy: PBW 2026

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European companies exploring Bitcoin treasury strategies are unlikely to replicate the playbook pioneered by Michael Saylor’s Strategy, according to industry executives, who pointed to structural differences between US and European capital markets. Speaking at Paris Blockchain Week 2026, Thomas Vogel, a partner in the Paris and Frankfurt offices of Latham & Watkins, said the constraints on issuing financial instruments in Europe differ significantly from those in the US, making a direct replication of the model difficult. “If you issue convertibles in the US, the constraints are not the same as…

eToro agrees to acquire Zengo for $70M to deepen digital asset strategy

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Digital brokerage platform eToro has agreed to buy Zengo, a self-custodial crypto wallet provider, in a deal valued at about $70 million, according to a Wednesday announcement and a source familiar with the terms cited by Bloomberg. The acquisition is part of eToro’s strategy to expand digital asset offerings and strengthen its link between traditional finance and on-chain infrastructure. Zengo will continue operating its secure crypto wallet under eToro, serving millions of users while expanding its capabilities in digital assets and financial services. Commenting on the move, Yoni Assia, eToro’s…

Emmet Connor: Marxist ideology is reshaping global events, globalism is a rebranded form of communism, and political labeling is a deflection strategy

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Key Takeaways Marxist ideology is significantly influencing global events today. Globalism can be interpreted as a modern form of communism. Political opponents are often labeled as extremists as a deflection strategy. Marxism is defined by state control over production and distribution. The transition from capitalism to socialism is a core Marxist goal. A stateless society is paradoxical as it requires state enforcement. Revolutions are often triggered by perceived societal unfairness and wealth gaps. Well-intentioned individuals can inadvertently support harmful movements. The left’s influence over education promotes revolutionary ideas to youth.…

Strategy buys $1 billion worth of Bitcoin, holdings top 780K BTC

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Strategy, the Virginia-based software company turned Bitcoin treasury vehicle, disclosed on Monday that it bought 13,927 Bitcoin for roughly $1 billion during the period April 6 to April 12 using proceeds generated from its at-the-market (ATM) program. Strategy has acquired 13,927 BTC for ~$1.00 billion at ~$71,902 per bitcoin and has achieved BTC Yield of 5.6% YTD 2026. As of 4/12/2026, we hodl 780,897 $BTC acquired for ~$59.02 billion at ~$75,577 per bitcoin. $MSTR $STRC https://t.co/xVKjg2cEVP — Michael Saylor (@saylor) April 13, 2026 With the latest purchase, Strategy’s total holdings…

StarkWare downsizes workforce as it pivots from infrastructure to product-driven strategy

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StarkWare is laying off staff and restructuring its operations as the firm pivots from infrastructure toward building its own revenue-generating products, co-founder Eli Ben-Sasson announced in a social post on Monday. I am sharing here a message I shared with the StarkWare team following things I said at an All Hands meeting: ========StarkWare is adapting its strategy, with a clear goal – to lead blockchain. So far, we’ve secured our position as technology leaders: we built the best ZK… — Eli Ben-Sasson | Starknet.io (@EliBenSasson) April 13, 2026 The blockchain…

Michael Saylor Hints Strategy is Buying More Bitcoin

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Michael Saylor, the co-founder of Bitcoin (BTC) treasury company Strategy, signaled that the company is acquiring more BTC, as the price retreated from the local high of over $73,000 reached this week. “Think bigger,” Saylor said on Sunday, while sharing the chart of Strategy’s BTC purchase history that has become synonymous with imminent BTC acquisitions. Strategy’s most recent BTC purchase was April 6, when it bought 4,871 coins for more than $329.8 million, bringing its total holdings to 766,970 BTC, valued at about $54.5 billion using market prices at the…

Dylan Patel: Tech companies prioritize long-term capex for future infrastructure, Anthropic’s scaling challenges contrast with OpenAI’s aggressive strategy, and GPU depreciation cycles may exceed five years

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Key takeaways Tech companies’ capital expenditure is often allocated for long-term projects rather than immediate compute capacity. A significant portion of Google’s capex is dedicated to future infrastructure projects like turbine deposits and data center construction. Anthropic needs to significantly scale its inference capacity to meet its revenue growth projections. Anthropic’s conservative approach to compute acquisition contrasts with OpenAI’s aggressive strategy, impacting their market positions. AI labs are entering long-term deals at higher prices, indicating a shift in market dynamics. The depreciation cycle of GPUs may be longer than previously…

Gary Guseinov: RealDefense’s acquisition strategy transforms struggling companies, SmartScan enhances user engagement through data, and self-listing offers a cost-effective path to public markets

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Key takeaways RealDefense’s growth strategy focuses on acquiring declining or flat companies to generate synergies and increase revenue. SmartScan analyzes device data to offer timely solutions, enhancing user engagement. Just-in-time marketing is more efficient than traditional advertising, improving user experience. Offering multiple product price points can significantly boost revenue by tapping into different customer segments. The SaaS landscape is more favorable now than it was two decades ago, offering better growth opportunities. Self-listing allows smaller companies to go public without an underwriter, offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional IPOs. Founders…

Matthew Tkachuk: Duke’s basketball team is historically dominant, Texans’ offensive line strategy is flawed, and the value of backup quarterbacks is often underestimated

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Key takeaways Duke’s current basketball team is performing at a historically strong level, dominating their opponents. Duke is predicted to win the national championship based on their current performance metrics. The Texans’ decision to trade away offensive linemen is seen as a strategic error given their needs. Backup quarterbacks hold significant value in football due to their impact on team performance. The Bears have significantly improved their offensive line, which is crucial for their success. Betting markets for team signings are highly influenced by social media and individual bets. In…