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).

James Van Straten

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Bitcoin Set for Biggest Mining Difficulty Drop Since July 2021

Bitcoin's hashrate collapse triggers a projected 9% difficulty adjustment, offering miners temporary relief amid seasonal and post-halving pressure.

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Metaplanet Plans to Inject $5B Into U.S. Unit to Accelerate Bitcoin Buying Strategy

Capital contribution aims to fast-track Bitcoin accumulation and strengthen Metaplanet's global treasury footprint.

Japanese Diet Building. (Shutterstock)

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Cardone Capital Adds 1,000 BTC, Eyes 3,000 in Bold Bitcoin Strategy

The real estate mogul integrated $100 million in BTC into his firm's balance sheet, eyeing more crypto-backed growth.

Grant Cardone (Cardone Capital)

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Strategy Added 245 Bitcoin to Holdings Last Week

The modest $26 million purchase was funded with preferred share sales.

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor standing. (Nikhilesh De/CoinDesk))

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Bitcoin Bounces After War-Driven Dip, $98.2K Emerges as Key Level to Maintain Bullish Momentum

Geopolitical tensions spark weekend volatility but BTC bounces back maintaining critical on-chain support.

BTC: Long/Short on-chain cost basis (Glassnode)

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Strategy Adds Over 10K BTC to Its Bitcoin Treasury, Funded by New STRD Offering

Firm raises over $1 billion from high-yield preferred stock and share sales to expand record BTC holdings.

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor standing. (Nikhilesh De/CoinDesk))

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Pakistan Engages Michael Saylor in Bold Push Toward Bitcoin-Backed Economy

High-level talks highlight Pakistan’s ambitions to lead digital asset adoption in the Global South and position Bitcoin as a tool for economic resilience.

Pakistan flag (CoinDesk Archives)

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H100 Group Targets $79 Million Raise to Power Bitcoin Strategy

Blockstream CEO shares details with CoinDesk on strategic convertible loan backing bitcoin-focused treasury play.

Adam Back, CEO Blockstream (second from right) speaks at Consensus Hong Kong 2025 by CoinDesk (CoinDesk/Personae Digital)

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Metaplanet Overtakes Coinbase With 10K BTC, Becomes No. 9 Bitcoin Holder

The Tokyo-based company bought another 1,112 BTC for $117.2 million.

Crowds pass below colorful signs in Tokyo's Akihabara district.