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According to monitoring by Lookonchain, Riot Platforms transferred 500 BTC to NYDIG again 6 hours ago, worth approximately 38.95 million dollars, continuing its recent selling operations.

According to BBX data, the bidirectional penetration of traditional financial institutions and industrial infrastructure into the crypto space has accelerated over the weekend, with the following core dynamics:The Charles Schwab Corporation (NYSE: $SCHW) officially launched the Schwab Crypto platform in phases on April 17, opening direct trading of Bitcoin and Ethereum spot to 39 million active brokerage account customers through its Charles Schwab Premier Bank, SSB, with compliance custody and trade execution provided by Paxos, and a fee of 75 basis points per transaction; initially excluding New York and Louisiana. The company recorded earnings per share of $1.43 and revenue of $6.48 billion in Q1 2026, with total customer assets of approximately $12.22 trillion as of early 2026.Alcoa Corporation (NYSE: $AA) CEO Bill Oplinger confirmed in a Bloomberg interview on April 17 that the company is in deep negotiations with Bitcoin financial services company NYDIG regarding the sale of the Massena East smelter site in New York (1,300 acres, closed since 2014), which "should be completed by mid-year." The site is adjacent to the St. Lawrence River and can access hydroelectric resources provided by the New York Power Authority; NYDIG has been operating Bitcoin mining facilities there since 2024 and will gain full control of the infrastructure after the acquisition. The financial terms of the transaction have not been disclosed.

Alcoa, the American aluminum company, is about to reach a deal with the Bitcoin mining company NYDIG to sell its idle Massena East aluminum smelter located in New York State, expected to be completed by mid-year.The plant has been idle since 2014 and is equipped with a substation, transmission lines, and high-capacity grid access, making it attractive to Bitcoin mining and data center operators due to the hydroelectric resources provided by the New York Power Authority. Reports indicate that some retired industrial sites in the U.S. are being transformed into Bitcoin mining, artificial intelligence, and high-performance computing facilities.

According to Arkham data, at 22:16, 83.08 BTC (worth approximately 2.68 million USD) was transferred from NYDIG to Cumberland DRW.

According to monitoring by Lookonchain, NYDIG transferred 4,500 BTC to multiple market maker addresses including Wintermute, Cumberland, FalconX, B2C2 Group, and Galaxy Digital, involving an amount of approximately $295.5 million.

According to Arkham data, at 22:23, 82.48 BTC (worth approximately $2.7472 million) was transferred from NYDIG to Cumberland DRW.

According to Arkham data, at 22:31, 435.88 BTC (worth approximately 12.15 million USD) was transferred from NYDIG Custody to multiple addresses, including an anonymous address (starting with 1CiRR2...).

According to Arkham data, at 23:15, 50.83 BTC (worth approximately 3.6066 million USD) was transferred from NYDIG to Cumberland DRW.

According to Arkham data, at 22:12, 128.29 BTC (worth approximately 3.99 million USD) was transferred from NYDIG to Cumberland DRW.

According to Cointelegraph, NYDIG's research director Greg Cipolaro stated that if artificial intelligence disrupts the labor market or causes volatility that prompts central banks to ease monetary policy, Bitcoin will benefit. He pointed out that AI, as a "general technology," will transmit its effects on employment and economic growth to Bitcoin.If AI-driven growth is accompanied by liquidity expansion and controlled real interest rates, it will support Bitcoin; conversely, if it raises real yields and tightens policy, Bitcoin may come under pressure. If AI triggers labor disruptions and leads to monetary easing, liquidity injections will be favorable for Bitcoin. He acknowledged that the transition will bring challenges but expects AI to follow the "historical pattern" of technological development—integrating rather than displacing.

According to a report by Cointelegraph, NYDIG stated that Bitcoin's dominance has risen to over 60%, and during the market correction, funds have consolidated into BTC, currently stabilizing around 59%.

According to Cointelegraph, NYDIG's research director Greg Cipolaro stated in his latest report that the inflow of funds into cryptocurrency ETFs and the demand for DAT had previously driven Bitcoin to an all-time high, but now they are causing its price to decline. He pointed out that the liquidation event at the beginning of October triggered a reversal of ETF funds, a sharp drop in DAT (DAT) premiums, and a decline in stablecoin supply, indicating that funds are flowing out of the system.Spot Bitcoin ETFs were once the most prominent success story of this cycle, but they have now become a hindrance to Bitcoin's development. However, global liquidity, macro news, and other factors still influence Bitcoin. During periodic pullbacks, Bitcoin's dominance often rises, as funds flow back to the most mature assets. Currently, Bitcoin's dominance has fallen from over 60% in early November to about 58%. DAT and stablecoins were once significant sources of Bitcoin demand, but now the compression of DAT premiums and the decline in stablecoin supply suggest that investors are withdrawing liquidity.Cipolaro believes that even if the market pullback deepens, there is still room for buffering in the DAT space, and there are currently no signs of financial distress. Despite the recent pullback, Cipolaro remains optimistic about Bitcoin's long-term prospects, believing it is gaining institutional favor, with increasing sovereign interest and a solidified role. However, he cautions that cyclical narratives are emerging, and investors should prepare for the worst, as the road ahead may be fraught with challenges.

ChainCatcher news, according to Coindesk, the transparency and quality of the reserve proof report for the stablecoin USD1 issued by the crypto company World Liberty Financial, which is deeply involved with the Trump family, has been called into question.NYDIG analysts pointed out that although USD1 claims to be fully backed 1:1 by cash equivalents such as U.S. Treasury bonds, the current proof report released does not meet industry-leading transparency standards and requires further improvement. Previously, due to Trump's political influence and his family's close financial ties to the company, the USD1 project has raised serious concerns among U.S. senators regarding conflicts of interest and national security risks.

ChainCatcher news, according to Theminermag, Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin mining company IREN stated in its annual report that it will pay $20 million to NYDIG to resolve disputes arising from defaults on Bitcoin mining equipment loans over the years.The settlement agreement was first reached in August, involving IREN's overdue debt of $107.8 million at the end of 2022, including interest and late fees. These loans were arranged through NYDIG in 2021 to finance approximately 35,000 Antminer S19 mining machines. IREN stated that the settlement agreement ends all related lawsuits and protects its subsidiaries, executives, and shareholders from further claims, and is currently awaiting court approval for formal closure.

ChainCatcher news, according to Crowdfundinsider, the latest research report from the New York Digital Investment Group (NYDIG) points out that amidst the current economic uncertainty, Bitcoin is beginning to exhibit characteristics of a non-sovereign store of value.The report mentions that since the so-called "Trump Liberation Day" on April 2, 2025, the US dollar and long-term US Treasury bonds have performed poorly, while gold, the Swiss franc, and Bitcoin have gained favor in the market. While the US stock market has declined, Bitcoin has risen 10.3%, indicating a trend of decoupling from traditional risk assets.NYDIG emphasizes that although this trend is still in its early stages, current data is insufficient to confirm that Bitcoin's role as a safe-haven asset has been widely accepted by the market. However, considering the current structural volatility in the market and the weakening confidence in traditional safe-haven assets, Bitcoin may become one of the choices for investors seeking alternative stores of value.

ChainCatcher news, Bitcoin financial services company NYDIG announced that it has reached a final agreement to acquire Crusoe's Bitcoin mining business. The acquisition includes 270 megawatts of power generation technology that can convert associated natural gas into mining power. After the transaction is completed, the Crusoe team will be integrated into NYDIG's power and Bitcoin mining division, and both parties will continue to maintain strategic cooperation in the AI data center field.NYDIG's parent company Stone Ridge holds 10GW of natural gas assets in the United States, and this acquisition will create synergies with its energy business. Crusoe's "digital emissions reduction" technology has been deployed in over 20 mining sites across 7 states in the U.S. and Argentina. NYDIG founder Ross Stevens stated that this integration will reduce the operational costs of Bitcoin network security while promoting the efficient use of energy resources.

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, NYDIG research director Greg Cipolaro stated that putting the U.S. gold reserves on the blockchain would benefit Bitcoin, even though the two assets are not similar to each other.

ChainCatcher news, according to TheMinerMag, claims that Mintvest, a company holding 18.2% of Coinmint's shares, has filed a lawsuit against NYDIG in the U.S. District Court for Puerto Rico. The lawsuit alleges that, based on "information and belief," NYDIG acquired Coinmint for $200 million but failed to pay Mintvest for its share in the company. Mintvest is seeking $36 million in damages from NYDIG.NYDIG declined to comment on the case and did not clarify its investment in Coinmint. However, recent developments suggest that NYDIG may be taking over the idle power capacity at Coinmint's facilities to expand its proprietary mining operations.

According to ChainCatcher, as reported by Blockspace, Bitcoin infrastructure and financial services company NYDIG has acquired Bitcoin mining company Consensus Technology Group (CTG). The news indicates that the deal may be completed in October, with CTG co-founders David Westrop and Joshua Zappala's LinkedIn pages showing they are currently employed at NYDIG, responsible for operations and corporate development strategy, respectively.CTG operates Bitcoin mining facilities in North Dakota, South Dakota, Pennsylvania, and Missouri. In October of this year, NYDIG also invested in Coinmint's Massena mining facility in New York, demonstrating its continued expansion in the mining sector.