Author: Pritam Barman

A new, province‑level analysis from China suggests green finance in China is doing more than just funding clean projects—it may be working in tandem with energy pressures to lift environmental protection. Using data from 31 provincial‑level regions between 2007 and 2023, the study reports that higher energy consumption intensity and stronger financial support both correlate with higher investment in environmental protection, and that their joint effect is especially powerful in regions with tougher environmental rules. The authors also find that financial support acts as a partial mediator between energy consumption intensity and environmental protection, indicating that when energy use runs…

California has introduced a crypto-friendly policy that allows residents to reclaim lost Bitcoin in its original form rather than receiving cash. The change—highlighted by industry coverage on October 19, 2025—aims to protect holders from forced sales and potential taxable events, signaling growing flexibility in how governments handle digital assets. For search visibility, this update is often referenced as the California reclaim lost Bitcoin policy. California’s move matters for long-term Bitcoin believers who prefer to hold through market cycles. Returning assets in-kind aligns digital assets with property treatment and respects the choice to maintain exposure to Bitcoin’s volatility and potential upside.…

Bitcoin came close to revisiting levels last seen in June as crypto liquidations swelled past $19 billion last week, a jolt that pushed traders back to the basics of the Bitcoin four-year cycle playbook. Some market participants are trimming risk on the view that the cycle is nearing its final stage, while others argue macro liquidity now outweighs halving dynamics and could reset expectations for the next leg. Prices test June-area support as liquidations surge The latest drawdown accelerated as forced unwinds rippled across derivatives venues. With billions in liquidations clearing out leverage, spot prices slipped toward a familiar support…

U.S. authorities have carried out one of the largest digital asset seizures on record, taking control of nearly $15 billion in bitcoin allegedly tied to a global crypto investment fraud network that exploited trafficked workers. The DoJ bitcoin seizure centers on 127,271 BTC linked to Cambodian businessman Chen Zhi, according to federal officials, marking a watershed moment for cross-border enforcement in crypto. Officials say Chen—founder and chairman of Cambodia’s Prince Group—has been charged with wire fraud conspiracy and money laundering conspiracy in connection with the alleged scheme. He faces a maximum sentence of 40 years if convicted. Chen remains at…

Bitcoin slid back toward last week’s lows on Friday, briefly falling below $105,000 as marketwide crypto liquidations climbed above $1.2 billion. Yet beneath the price weakness, a key demand signal flashed: net taker volume on Binance turned positive to roughly $309 million for the first time since October 10. The shift suggests the ongoing Bitcoin price correction may be underpinned by spot accumulation, even as volatility shakes out leveraged positions. Price dips below $105K as liquidations rise After a flash crash last week, Bitcoin’s pullback resumed in a steadier fashion. The return to similar price depths coincided with a spike…