Bitcoin (BTC) has seen a mix of developments in the recent news cycle. The price has experienced a 3% drop due to concerns about potential sales linked to Mt. Gox, but has rebounded to hold above $68,000. In investment news, Tether has acquired a $100 million stake in US-listed bitcoin miner Bitdeer. Meanwhile, "re-staking" platforms are gaining popularity as traders seek higher returns. On the regulatory front, the US SEC has approved exchange applications to list spot ether ETFs, leading to a boost in cryptocurrency markets and investor optimism. Additionally, El Salvador has reportedly mined nearly 474 bitcoins in the past three years, adding to its state-held crypto reserves.