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Welcome to this week’s Phenom Weekly Update, where Bitcoiners get new tools, memecoins go feral, and Vitalik breaks the internet—again. We’ve got a must-know list of essential Bitcoin websites to help you track everything that matters. Meanwhile, CZ casually posts about his dog Broccoli, and within minutes, the memecoin degens lose their minds (because, of course, they do). And just when things couldn’t get weirder, Vitalik drops a “Make Communism Great Again” take, sending Crypto Twitter into full meltdown mode. Oh, and dTAO is officially launching, adding another layer of chaos to an already wild week. Let’s dive in! 

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 13 Essential Bitcoin Websites You Should Know

Bitcoin has revolutionized the financial world. To stay up to date on whats going on with BTC we’ve curated a list of 13 essential Bitcoin websites that everyone should explore:

🏦 Bitcoin Holdings & Investment Tools

1. Bitcoin Treasuries – Discover which public and private companies hold Bitcoin reserves, offering a glimpse into institutional and nation-state adoption.

2. SatsGoal – Simplify Dollar Cost Averaging (DCA) with this tool that illustrates potential returns from consistent Bitcoin investments over time.

3. FiatMarketCap – See how Bitcoin measures up against global fiat currencies by market capitalization.

📊 Network Data & Real-Time Monitoring

4. Mempool.Space – Monitor Bitcoin’s network in real-time, tracking transaction fees, mempool activity, and block confirmations through a visual interface.

5. Marketcap by CompaniesMarketCap – Compare Bitcoin's market capitalization against global assets, observing its position among leading stocks and commodities.

6. Clark Moody Dashboard – Dive into a comprehensive dashboard offering metrics like hash rate, market cap, and Lightning Network data.

7. Bitbo.io – Stay updated with real-time price action, on-chain data, and key economic indicators.

⚡ Bitcoin Visualization & Charts

8. Cambridge Bitcoin Electricity Consumption Index (CBECI) – Understand Bitcoin’s environmental impact by examining its electricity usage in comparison to other industries, courtesy of Cambridge University.

9. Bitfeed – Experience a Tetris-like visualization of Bitcoin's network, tracking blocks, mempool activity, and network statistics in real-time.

10. Priced in Bitcoin 21 – Evaluate various assets, from stocks to commodities, priced in Bitcoin.

🌍 Adoption & Bitcoin Economy

11. AirBTC – Plan your dream vacation in attractive destinations worldwide, paying with Bitcoin.

12. FiatLeak – Witness Bitcoin adoption in real-time with a live feed of BTC purchases by country.

📜 Historical & Educational Resources

13. WTF Happened in 1971? – Explore data and charts highlighting the consequences of fiat money and the case for Bitcoin.

Final Thoughts

These resources offer a comprehensive toolkit for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of Bitcoin, from real-time network monitoring to historical analyses and investment tools. By leveraging these platforms, you can stay informed and make educated decisions in the cryptocurrency markets.

Want to level up your Bitcoin game? Bookmark these sites and keep stacking those sats! ⚡🔗

READING CORNER

A collection of longer form content we are consuming this week 

Siam Kidd’s book in audio. Put it on 2x speed and give it a listen

This article is an overview of liquidiation events and how it impacts Ethena

NEWS

Quick Hitters from the week

• Trump Nominates Crypto Advocate Brian Quintenz to Lead CFTC: President Donald Trump has nominated Brian Quintenz, former CFTC commissioner and current head of policy at Andreessen Horowitz's crypto division, to chair the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. Quintenz is recognized for his pro-crypto stance and is expected to influence the agency's approach to cryptocurrency regulation.

• Franklin Templeton Integrates $594M Money Market Fund with Solana Blockchain: Global asset manager Franklin Templeton has expanded its OnChain U.S. Government Money Market Fund (FOBXX) to the Solana blockchain. With a market capitalization of $594 million, FOBXX is now accessible on multiple blockchains, including Ethereum, Base, Aptos, Avalanche, and Solana. This move underscores the growing institutional interest in blockchain technology and the tokenization of traditional financial assets.

• Memecoin Craze Spreads Across Continents: The resurgence of memecoins has been observed globally, with notable involvement from entities such as Barstool Sports, BNB Chain, and even a nation in Africa. This trend highlights the widespread appeal and speculative nature of memecoins in the current crypto market.

• Operation Chokepoint 2.0 Hearings Reveal Regulatory Insights: Recent Congressional hearings on Operation Chokepoint 2.0 have shed light on past regulatory practices, with the new majority party criticizing former bank regulators for overreach. Despite tensions, the hearings uncovered areas of agreement on the need for balanced oversight in the financial sector.

• Bitcoin's Role as a Reserve Asset Gains Momentum in U.S. States: Several U.S. states are introducing legislation to adopt Bitcoin as a reserve asset, signaling a potential shift towards broader institutional and governmental acceptance of cryptocurrencies. This movement could pave the way for a global trend in Bitcoin accumulation among state actors.

• CZ’s Dog ‘Broccoli’ Sparks Memecoin Frenzy on BNB Chain
  Binance founder Changpeng Zhao revealed his dog’s name, triggering a wave of ‘Broccoli’ memecoins and a surge in BNB Chain DEX volumes. Despite the hype, CZ warned he is not affiliated with any of the tokens.

• Why Bitcoin’s Price Feels ‘Meh’ and What Could Fuel the Next Rally
  Bitcoin’s price action has been sluggish, leaving investors wondering what’s next. Analysts suggest macroeconomic shifts, ETF inflows, and upcoming halving dynamics could determine BTC’s next major move.

• Morgan Stanley Predicts 40% Surge for Robinhood Stock
  Analysts at Morgan Stanley see Robinhood’s stock climbing due to an expanding user base, increased crypto trading activity, and new financial products driving revenue growth.

• Peter Thiel and Paolo Ardoino Back New USDt-Focused Blockchain
  Tether’s Paolo Ardoino and billionaire investor Peter Thiel are supporting Plasma, a new blockchain offering zero-fee USDt transactions, aiming to improve stablecoin accessibility.

• Vitalik Buterin’s ‘Make Communism Great Again’ Quip Triggers Ethereum Investors
  Ethereum’s co-founder made a tongue-in-cheek remark about communism, sparking debate within the crypto community on politics, governance, and decentralization.

• OpenSea Expands Multichain Support After 98% Volume Drop
  Facing a major decline in trading activity, NFT marketplace OpenSea is going multichain in an effort to attract more users and reinvigorate its platform.

THE TWITTERVERSE

A collection of the most interesting stuff on Crypto Twitter this week

OpenSea airdrop alert

Solid point from Arthur. Short of mass liquidity injection to the masses I don’t know what catalysts are going to drive more retail engagement

dTAO launches today

MEMES

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