Is history repeating for Bitcoin? As the U.S. government inches towards ending its 40-day shutdown, investors recall the 2019 reopening rally where Bitcoin soared 300% in five months. This article explores whether similar gains are possible now, with Bitcoin trading around $106,000, driven by ETF inflows and whale accumulation. While optimism for a $150,000 target exists, current macro headwinds like the Fed’s hawkish stance and 3.4% inflation present a different landscape than 2019. Understand the market dynamics and expert forecasts for Bitcoin's trajectory amidst policy clarity.

Chinese businesswoman Zhimin Qian, known as the 'Goddess of Wealth', faces a significant jail sentence in the UK for her role in a $6 billion Bitcoin scam. She defrauded over 128,000 victims in China through a Ponzi scheme, converting the illicit funds into Bitcoin. UK police made their largest-ever cryptocurrency seizure, recovering over $6 billion worth of Bitcoin connected to her. Qian, who fled China, pleaded guilty to acquiring and possessing criminal property and is awaiting sentencing. The case highlights the scale of international financial crime involving cryptocurrency and the severe impact on victims, some of whom lost their life savings.

Michael Saylor, founder of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), signaled further Bitcoin accumulation with a "Best continue" post, revealing his firm holds 641,205 BTC with an $18 billion unrealized profit. The company recently added 397 BTC, marking its 85th purchase. Despite concerns, Saylor's strategy of continuous Bitcoin acquisition and leveraging remains stable, riding on Bitcoin's 700% growth since late 2022. This update highlights Strategy's ongoing commitment to its massive Bitcoin treasury and its continued confidence in the cryptocurrency.