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Former president Rivlin to join Bitcoin firm after Flying Spark–Bitcore merger

Flying Spark announced it had signed a binding memorandum of understanding with Bitcore Capital for a merger and a capital raise of 20 million shekels (about $5.2 million), based on a pre-money valuation of 100 million shekels

Almog Azar/ Calcalist | 10.15.25

Bitcoin hits fresh record as Fed easing bets add to tailwinds

World’s largest cryptocurrency surges on expectations of US rate cuts, strong institutional buying and Trump administration reforms easing investment rules, including allowing crypto in 401(k) plans; analysts see path toward $150K

Reuters | 08.14.25

Inside the rise of the global crypto elite

A new class of blockchain-built millionaires is reshaping wealth and power from Tel Aviv to Silicon Valley; fueled by a booming crypto scene and global adoption, this digital gold rush brings innovation and opportunity—alongside new risks

Prof. Ilan Alon | 08.08.25

Stablecoins may prop up the dollar, while quietly paving bitcoin’s rise

Opinion: Dollar-pegged stablecoins drive global demand for US treasuries but expose the weaknesses of fiat money, setting the stage for bitcoin to emerge as a long-term hedge and foundation for a parallel financial system

Brett Schor | 07.23.25

From fiat to digital: Why bitcoin is the new Swiss bank for corporations

As trust in fiat currencies erodes, a growing number of companies are turning to Bitcoin—and even Ethereum and Solana—as part of a bold new treasury strategy, redefining how corporate finance views money, risk, and long-term value

Prof. Ilan Alon | 07.19.25

What my students taught me about the future of crypto

While teaching a seminar on cryptoeconomics, I discovered that my students weren’t just learning—they were shaping the conversation; Their data-driven, trust-focused insights reveal that the future of crypto is not only decentralized, but deeply analytical, pragmatic, and surprisingly hopeful

Prof. Ilan Alon, Ariel University | 06.28.25

כספומט של ביטקוין מטבעות וירטואליים מטבע וירטואלי אילוס אילוסטרציה

Crypto scams surge in Israel as AI tech fuels sophisticated fraud

As AI technologies advance, cryptocurrency scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated and dangerous; hundreds of thousands of Israelis now hold digital wallets, and many are losing millions to fraud while regulators remain slow to act

Tal Shahaf | 04.12.25

Web3 and the rise of the everyday entrepreneur

By decentralizing value creation, Web3 shifts power from tech giants to individuals, allowing users to earn from their data, attention and digital engagement; everyday online activities—like gaming, browsing and storing files—can now become income-generating opportunities

Prof. Ilan Alon | 03.29.25

El Salvador’s Bitcoin reversal: A necessary retreat or a missed opportunity?

Opinion: El Salvador is pulling back from its Bitcoin experiment under IMF pressure in return for a $1.4B loan; the move highlights the challenges of financial sovereignty in a system still dominated by traditional global institutions

Prof. Ilan Alon | 03.25.25

People queue for COVID-19 tests in front of a laboratory in Paris amid the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic in France

Five years on, the economic impact of COVID-19 lingers

Global debt remains high, inflation reshaped economies and labor markets continue shifting; Travel rebounds, but office vacancies stay high; Digital trends endure, with Bitcoin up 1,233% since 2019 as investors seek stability amid market volatility

Reuters | 03.08.25

Boosted by Trump victory, Bitcoin breaks $90,000 mark in first

Israeli cryptocurrency expert attributes sudden surge to US president-elect's promise of more lenient legislation on digital assets during his administration

Shraon Kidon | 11.13.24

Record-breaking bitcoin rally nears $90,000 on Trump boost

World's biggest cryptocurrency has become one of the most eye-catching movers after gaining more than 25% since November 5 amid upcoming Trump presidency

Reuters | 11.12.24

Noisy Bitcoin mining operation drives Texans to desperation

Residents near Bitcoin mining sites say noise from fan-based miners has become unbearable

Ynetnews | 07.15.24

Adopting cryptocurrencies can improve Israel's credit ratings, study suggests

Experts say adopting and legalizing cryptocurrencies generally boost sovereign credit ratings due to improved economic freedom and institutional trust; however, adopting crypto is not a substitute for robust economic institutions

Moshe David Rubinstein | 05.27.24

Bitcoin halving: What is it and how does it affect the financial market?

Weekend marked the most significant event in the virtual currency market in recent years, as the creation of new bitcoins every 10 minutes was halved; So what it all mean?

Dan Raban | 04.24.24