{"id":14118,"date":"2025-02-20T13:33:52","date_gmt":"2025-02-20T13:33:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/?p=14118"},"modified":"2025-02-20T13:33:52","modified_gmt":"2025-02-20T13:33:52","slug":"bitwise-rallies-industry-with-150k-donation-for-bitcoin-development-setting-up-3-crypto-projects-for-victory","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/?p=14118","title":{"rendered":"Bitwise Rallies Industry with $150K Donation for Bitcoin Development, Setting Up 3 Crypto Projects for Victory"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p>Bitwise, one of the world\u2019s fastest-growing crypto asset managers, has announced a $150K donation to Bitcoin development, in a rallying call for the whole industry.<\/p>\n<p>The donation will be distributed among three non-profit organizations: Brink, the Human Rights Foundation (HRF), and Open Sats.<\/p>\n<p>Bitwise representatives have described the donation as more than just charity work; it\u2019s about reaffirming their commitment to stewarding Bitcoin\u2019s ecosystem development.<\/p>\n<h2>A Rallying Cry to the Crypto Industry<\/h2>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-403353\" src=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Bitwise-X-post.png?w=410&amp;resize=700%2C717\" alt=\"Bitwise X post\" width=\"700\" height=\"717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Bitwise-X-post.png?w=533 533w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Bitwise-X-post.png?w=410 410w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe hope you\u2019re as proud as we are to support Bitcoin open-source developers. As BITB grows, so too will our contribution. Bitcoin is changing the world, and Bitwise will always strive to do our part to be a good steward of this incredible ecosystem alongside you.\u201d they\u2019ve stated in their <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/BitwiseInvest\/status\/1891865302729883754\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">X post<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Despite the donation being relatively modest, Bitwise believes that the gesture itself will have an even bigger impact; perhaps in the way of buzz.<\/p>\n<h2>How Bitwise\u2019s Donation Could Shape Bitcoin\u2019s Future<\/h2>\n<p>Bitwise\u2019s donation came at a time when the crypto market is seeing unparalleled <a href=\"https:\/\/www.investopedia.com\/cryptocurrency-regulations-around-the-world-5202122\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">global regulatory acceptance<\/a> and adoption. In this context, funding open-source developers supports Bitcoin\u2019s development and can boost market confidence and chatter.<\/p>\n<p>In another pro-crypto move, Bitwise also <a href=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/xrp-etf-goes-live-sec-website\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener \">filed a list<\/a> with SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission) for XRP ETF, on January 6, which marks another notable expansion in the crypto ecosystem.<\/p>\n<p>If the SEC approves the application, the ETF would create a regulated environment for XRP investments. Bitwise\u2019s involvement in the crypto-sphere could stir the markets and support the development of <a href=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/best-new-cryptocurrency-projects-to-watch-in-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener \">new crypto<\/a> projects.<\/p>\n<h2>How Trump\u2019s Administration Can Magnify Bitwise\u2019s Efforts<\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s no secret that Trump\u2019s administration sees the crypto market in a favorable light, and crypto pundit <a href=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/as-howard-lutnik-confirmed-as-us-secretary-these-four-crypto-projects-could-explode\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener \">Howard Lutnik\u2019s recent appointment<\/a> as the new head of the Commerce Department is just further proof of that. Lutnik\u2019s former company, Cantor Fitzgerald, is known for its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cantor.com\/cantor-fitzgerald-to-launch-bitcoin-financing-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">crypto investments<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-403360\" src=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Lutniks-statement-regarding-his-companys-Bitcoin-policy.png?w=640&amp;resize=700%2C167\" alt=\"Lutnik's statement regarding his company's Bitcoin policy\" width=\"700\" height=\"167\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Lutniks-statement-regarding-his-companys-Bitcoin-policy.png?w=945 945w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Lutniks-statement-regarding-his-companys-Bitcoin-policy.png?w=640 640w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Lutniks-statement-regarding-his-companys-Bitcoin-policy.png?w=768 768w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Lutniks-statement-regarding-his-companys-Bitcoin-policy.png?w=750 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/p>\n<p>This is just the latest <a href=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/trump-crypto-policy-advisor-presidential-council\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener \">pro-crypto appointment<\/a> after Trump vowed to make the US the \u201ccrypto capital of the world\u201d and mulls over the creation of a <a href=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/trump-executive-order-establish-crypto-stockpile\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener \">national Bitcoin reserve<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Such a move would not only boost Bitcoin\u2019s value and credibility, but would have a halo effect on the altcoin market as a whole. Here are three crypto projects that could easily soar in a new rally.<\/p>\n<h2>1. Solaxy ($SOLX) Layer 2 Upgrades Solana\u2019s Blockchain Functionality<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.care\/box_eb5be00ea5f4991d0472c14f347f4181\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Solaxy ($SOLX)<\/a> is the next step in the Solana ecosystem\u2019s evolution. The Layer 2 upgrade aims to improve user experience by eliminating network congestion, addressing failed transactions, and delivering unlimited scalability.<\/p>\n<p>The presale has currently raised over $22M so far, making it one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/best-crypto-presales-to-invest-in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener \">best presales<\/a> of early 2025. With a token price of $0.00164 and an APY of 181%, stakers are looking at generous ROI (Return on investment) if they can lock it in today.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-403364\" src=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/SOLX-tokenomics-data.png?w=640&amp;resize=700%2C418\" alt=\"$SOLX tokenomics data\" width=\"700\" height=\"418\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/SOLX-tokenomics-data.png?w=845 845w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/SOLX-tokenomics-data.png?w=640 640w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/SOLX-tokenomics-data.png?w=768 768w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/SOLX-tokenomics-data.png?w=750 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/p>\n<p>The reward system is also dynamic, meaning it\u2019s based on the total number of stakers and their contribution to the pool. With solid tokenomics, regular developer updates, and well-defined utility, Solaxy shows great long-term promise.<\/p>\n<p>A good reason to get in now is that you\u2019ll get the token at a much lower price than when it is listed.<\/p>\n<h2>2. BTC Bull Token ($BTCBULL) Pushes Bitcoin to a $5.2T Market Cap and Beyond<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.care\/box_b2dd580dd97ac8ce42443a2c8ad8c541\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">BTC Bull Token ($BTCBULL)<\/a> has built its case on Bitcoin\u2019s success. The project rests on the idea that Bitcoin is unstoppable and will rally to $250K and even to $1M. Based on this, BTC Bull Token offers investors several unique benefits:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>An APY of 179% with a vesting period of 2 years<\/li>\n<li>Bitcoin airdrops whenever Bitcoin reaches key price milestones ($150k and $200k)<\/li>\n<li>A massive $BTCBULL airdrop when Bitcoin reaches $250k<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-403368\" src=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/BTCBULL-Tokenomics-data.png?w=640&amp;resize=700%2C264\" alt=\"$BTCBULL tokenomics data\" width=\"700\" height=\"264\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/BTCBULL-Tokenomics-data.png?w=979 979w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/BTCBULL-Tokenomics-data.png?w=640 640w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/BTCBULL-Tokenomics-data.png?w=768 768w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/BTCBULL-Tokenomics-data.png?w=750 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/p>\n<p>BTC Bull Token also has a token burn system in place, linking the token\u2019s price evaluation to that of Bitcoin. For every $25K increase in Bitcoin\u2019s price, the platform burns a percentage of the total $BTCBULL supply, instantly increasing the price per token.<\/p>\n<p>The presale has accumulated close to $2.5M so far, with $BTCBULL standing at $0.00237. Investing early is the simplest way to maximize your ROI once the project goes live.<\/p>\n<h2>3. Story IP ($STORY) Tokenizes the $61T Intellectual Property Market Into the Blockchain<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.story.foundation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Story IP ($STORY)<\/a> aims to capitalize on the untapped crypto potential of IP with three core features:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>A bundle of applications meant to leverage the tokenized IP for use cases like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cliftonpf.co.uk\/blog\/10072024142230-intellectual-property-finance\/#:~:text=IP%20Finance%20Solution-,What%20is%20IP%20Finance,as%20collateral%20for%20business%20loans.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">IPFI (Intellectual Property Finance)<\/a><\/li>\n<li>A universal license agreement connecting the code with the law<\/li>\n<li>A modular smart contract protocol tokenizing IP to make it programmable<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The project has multiple protocols and applications in place, including the Proof-of-Creativity protocol, supporting Story\u2019s blockchain functionalities like automated royalty payments and no-permission licensing.<\/p>\n<p>$STORY hit public exchanges on February 13 and is currently on a sustained upwards trend.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-403371\" src=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/STORY-all-time-chart-on-CoinMarketCap.png?w=640&amp;resize=700%2C288\" alt=\"$STORY all-time chart on CoinMarketCap\" width=\"700\" height=\"288\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/STORY-all-time-chart-on-CoinMarketCap.png?w=1049 1049w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/STORY-all-time-chart-on-CoinMarketCap.png?w=640 640w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/STORY-all-time-chart-on-CoinMarketCap.png?w=768 768w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/STORY-all-time-chart-on-CoinMarketCap.png?w=980 980w, https:\/\/bitcoinist.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/STORY-all-time-chart-on-CoinMarketCap.png?w=750 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/p>\n<p>The token is currently worth $3.18 with a 38.97% all-time growth and a 97.83% volume over the last 24 hours. Based on these numbers, investing today may prove especially lucrative.<\/p>\n<h2>Can Bitwise Rally Bitcoin and the Altcoin Market with It?<\/h2>\n<p>While Bitwise\u2019s recent charitable gesture may not fuel the crypto market by itself, in the context of the current Trump administration, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/digital-assets\/2024\/12\/10\/the-real-altcoin-season-is-coming-in-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">it just might<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Bitcoin is also not the only project that stands to benefit. Other crypto projects like <a href=\"https:\/\/bitcoinist.care\/box_eb5be00ea5f4991d0472c14f347f4181\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Solaxy<\/a>, BTC Bull Token, or Best Wallet could easily follow suit. After all, the crypto market moves as one. That\u2019s why we keep an eye out for any bullish indicators.<\/p>\n<p>Remember, however, this is not financial advice. Always DYOR (Do Your Own Research) before investing and have a good risk management strategy in place.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bitwise, one of the world\u2019s fastest-growing crypto asset managers, has announced a $150K donation to Bitcoin development, in a rallying call for the whole industry. The donation will be distributed among three non-profit organizations: Brink, the Human Rights Foundation (HRF), and Open Sats. Bitwise representatives have described the donation as more than just charity work; [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[3,4,5],"class_list":["post-14118","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-news","tag-crypto","tag-doge","tag-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14118","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=14118"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14118\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=14118"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=14118"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=14118"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}