ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, VanEck's head of research proposed a new form of U.S. Treasury bonds partially backed by Bitcoin to help refinance $14 trillion of U.S. debt.Matthew Sigel introduced this concept called "BitBonds" at the "Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Summit" on April 15, 2025—this is a U.S. Treasury bond with Bitcoin exposure. He stated that this new 10-year bond would consist of 90% traditional U.S. Treasury bonds and 10% Bitcoin exposure, aimed at attracting both the U.S. Treasury and global investors.He added that even in the extreme scenario of Bitcoin "going to zero," BitBonds could help the U.S. save costs when refinancing approximately $14 trillion of maturing debt over the next three years.

ChainCatcher news, Celsius announced that it has provided several options for creditors holding Class 2 Retail Borrower Deposit Claims. These creditors can now choose to participate in the Retail Advance Obligation Repayment Election, the Refinancing Election, or Set Off Treatment.According to the announcement, any refinancing arrangements will be made with third-party lenders, and more information will be provided after the effective date. Eligible holders of Class 2 Retail Borrower Deposit Claims (with some exceptions) should have already received an email regarding the upcoming repayment or refinancing options notification.