James Van Straten

James Van Straten is a Senior Analyst at CoinDesk, specializing in Bitcoin and its interplay with the macroeconomic environment. Previously, James worked as a Research Analyst at Saidler & Co., a Swiss hedge fund, where he developed expertise in on-chain analytics. His work focuses on monitoring flows to analyze Bitcoin's role within the broader financial system.

In addition to his professional endeavors, James serves as an advisor to Coinsilium, a UK publicly traded company, where he provides guidance on their Bitcoin treasury strategy. He also holds investments in Bitcoin and Strategy (MSTR).

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BlackRock iShares Bitcoin ETF Surges Past 700K BTC in Record-Breaking Run

BlackRock’s IBIT becomes third-largest revenue driver among nearly 1,200 funds as spot bitcoin ETFs reshape the investment landscape.

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Strategy Books $14B Q2 Bitcoin Profit, Sets $4.2B STRD Preferred ATM Offering

The price of bitcoin rose roughly 30% during the three months ended June 30.

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Bitcoin Whales Scoop Up BTC as Price Nears Record High in Sign of Growth Expectations

Large holders are accumulating aggressively while smaller investors are selling.

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The Blockchain Group Bolsters Bitcoin Reserves With $12.5M BTC Acquisition

European bitcoin treasury firm hits 1,904 BTC milestone with massive yield.

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Bitcoin Long-Term Holders Signal Patience in Market

Stubborn long-term supply hints at higher price targets despite recent selling.

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Bitcoin on the Brink of All-Time High as Macro Tailwinds Gather Strength

Record equity markets, surging money supply and fiscal risks set the stage for a historic July rally in the largest cryptocurrency.

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U.S. June Jobs Data Blows Through Forecasts, With 147K Added, Unemployment Rate Falling to 4.1%

The strong numbers seemingly put to rest any idea that the Fed might cut rates in July.

The U.S. released January jobs numbers Friday morning (Ernie Journeys/Unsplash)


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Genius Group Adds 20 Bitcoin, Targets 1K BTC Within Six Months

The previously roughed-up shares have been on a tear in recent weeks, now sporting more than a 100% year-to-date advance.

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Bitcoin Trades Within Descending Channel as CME Gap Gets Filled

Technical chart signals continued pressure but shallower dips hint at resilience.

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