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 an investment in Bitcoin.

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Metaplanet Raises $515M, Blockchain Group Adds $4.8M in Bitcoin Treasury Equity Moves

The Japanese and French companies executed major capital raises to fund bitcoin accumulation strategies amid growing institutional interest in BTC investment.

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Strategy Stock Volatility Sinks to Historic Lows, Possibly Making Shares Less Attractive

Michael Saylor has pointed to high volatility as a reason for owning MSTR, so without it, the stock could suffer.

Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor at the Digital Asset Summit in New York City on March 20, 2025. (Nikhilesh De)

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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.

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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.

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Strategy Added 245 Bitcoin to Holdings Last Week

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

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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.

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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.

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