André Beganski
André Beganski became a Staff Reporter at Decrypt after serving as the publication's first intern in 2022. He graduated from the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY, where he studied Business and Economics Reporting while specializing in Data Journalism. He is based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and has previously written for The New York Times and the New York Daily News. Disclosure: He owns more than $1,000 worth of BTC and ETH.
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Strategy Sells $216 Million in Bitcoin for Preferred Dividends
Strategy, a major corporate holder of Bitcoin, sold 3,588 BTC worth $216 million to fund preferred stock dividends, amid an $8.3 billion loss related to its digital assets, according to Decrypt. The company retains 843,775 BTC and has a cash reserve of $2.55 billion.
1 hour ago·Decrypt·Reported by André Beganski
Securitize Executive Claims DeFi Can Transform Stock Lending Ahead of NYSE Listing
Securitize President Brett Redfearn suggests that tokenization can disrupt traditional stock lending models that disproportionately benefit brokers. The company is set to debut on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker "SECZ" and aims to leverage decentralized finance for retail investors, according to a report by Decrypt.
5 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by André Beganski
TD Cowen Reduces Strategy Price Target, Citing Bitcoin Weakness
TD Cowen cuts its price target for Strategy by 35% due to ongoing weakness in Bitcoin, according to Decrypt. The new target is $260, down from $400, reflecting lower expectations for the digital asset, now seen potentially hitting $100,000 by the year's end.
6 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by André Beganski
Strategy Ends Losing Streak After Implementing New Capital Framework
On June 29, 2026, shares of Strategy (MSTR) halted a nine-day decline, rallying 12.6% to $92.68 after the company announced a capital management strategy. The news, covered by Decrypt, highlights increased cash reserves and future plans for Bitcoin sales to bolster its financial position.
7 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by André Beganski
Ripple Developers Testing New Lending Protocol for XRP Ledger
Ripple has initiated a testing phase for its XRPL Lending Protocol, which could enable on-chain borrowing and lending of digital assets. The proposed upgrades, if approved, aim to enhance liquidity by allowing previously idle assets to be utilized, as reported by Decrypt.
7 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by André Beganski
Strategy Introduces Digital Credit Capital Framework to Sell Up to $1.25B in Bitcoin
Strategy, a Bitcoin treasury firm, unveils a new "Digital Credit Capital Framework" which allows for the potential sale of up to $1.25 billion in Bitcoin. This development came as the firm aims to balance its cash reserves amid pressure on its preferred stock, according to Decrypt.
last week·Decrypt·Reported by André Beganski
Securitize to Begin Trading on NYSE Following BlackRock-Backed Merger
Securitize, a firm specializing in tokenization of real-world assets and backed by BlackRock, plans to begin trading next week under the ticker “SECZ.” The debut, which follows a merger with a blank-check company, will test Wall Street's interest in tokenized stocks, according to Decrypt.
last week·Decrypt·Reported by André Beganski
Kalshi Expands Reach with FIFA World Cup Partnership Amid Record Prediction Market Trading
Kalshi has announced a partnership with ADI Predictstreet, enhancing its visibility during the FIFA World Cup as trading volumes across prediction markets surge. Last week, weekly trading volumes reached $14.5 billion, with Kalshi capturing a significant share of sports wagers, according to Decrypt.
last week·Decrypt·Reported by André Beganski
Strategy's Saylor Discusses 'Volatility Test' as STRC Declines Further
Michael Saylor, Executive Chairman of Strategy, addresses the continued decline of STRC as Bitcoin remains below $60,000. This insight comes as the company's capital structure attracts scrutiny amid ongoing financial challenges, according to Decrypt.
last week·Decrypt·Reported by André Beganski
CoinEx Denies Claims of Facilitating Sanctioned Iranian Crypto Transactions
CoinEx has rejected allegations of facilitating over $3.84 billion in cryptocurrency transactions involving sanctioned Iranian platforms, following a report by TRM Labs. The exchange insists it operates as a neutral platform without ties to Iranian entities, countering claims from a recent Wall Street Journal article, as covered by Decrypt.
2 weeks ago·Decrypt·Reported by André Beganski
Bitcoin Price Declines as Strategy's STRC Reaches Record Low
Bitcoin's value fell to around $58,188, impacted by the declining price of Strategy's preferred stock, STRC. According to Decrypt, STRC's price dropped over 25% from its par value, contributing to broader liquidations in the crypto market.
2 weeks ago·Decrypt·Reported by André Beganski
Bitcoin Sell-Off Lowers Prices of Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin and Crypto Stocks
Bitcoin's price decline to a 21-month low impacts key altcoins and cryptocurrency stocks, according to Decrypt. The downturn appears tied to broader market trends affecting semiconductor and AI stocks, as investors continue to sell off digital assets.
2 weeks ago·Decrypt·Reported by André Beganski
CryptoQuant Analyst Urges Strategy to Halt Bitcoin Purchases Amid STRC Decline
A CryptoQuant analyst advises Strategy to stop buying Bitcoin and focus on cash reserves as its stock, STRC, hits new lows. The recommendation comes as Strategy faces financial pressures and recent declines in both its stock and Bitcoin's value, reported by Decrypt.
2 weeks ago·Decrypt·Reported by André Beganski
South Korean Officials Meet SEC to Discuss Unified Crypto Regulations
On June 24, 2026, a delegation of South Korean officials and digital asset stakeholders met with the SEC's task force to discuss future regulatory frameworks. This meeting reflects the impact of U.S. regulatory decisions on South Korea's approach to digital assets, especially following local scandals, according to Decrypt.
2 weeks ago·Decrypt·Reported by André Beganski
Meta Explores Prediction Markets with New Initiative Led by Mark Zuckerberg
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg supports the creation of a prediction market platform called "Arena," according to The New York Times. The platform aims to leverage Meta's extensive user base to promote adoption and follows prior attempts at stablecoins and the metaverse.
2 weeks ago·Decrypt·Reported by André Beganski
Bitcoin Drops to Two-Week Low as Investors Retreat from Tech Stocks
Bitcoin falls to a two-week low of $62,000, reflecting broader sell-offs in tech stocks, according to Decrypt. Ethereum and Solana see even greater losses of at least 5%, as investors anticipate U.S. Federal Reserve rate hikes amid market volatility.
2 weeks ago·Decrypt·Reported by André Beganski
Benchmark Analyst Compares Strategy's STRC with Terra Luna's Collapse
Benchmark-StoneX analyst Mark Palmer asserts that Strategy's Stretch (STRC) should not be compared to the Terra ecosystem, despite recent volatility. STRC's structure prevents it from losing its peg in the same way that TerraUSD and LUNA did, which famously resulted in a $40 billion market cap loss, according to Decrypt.
2 weeks ago·Decrypt·Reported by André Beganski
JaredFromSubway MEV Bot Threatens Legal Action After $7.5 Million Attack
The trading bot JaredFromSubway has seen its operational logic exploited, resulting in a $7.5 million loss. Following the incident involving fake tokens and fraudulent contracts, the bot's operator intends to seek legal remedies if full funds are not returned within 48 hours, as reported by Decrypt.
2 weeks ago·Decrypt·Reported by André Beganski
