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West Virginia proposes 10% crypto investment; Bitcoin seen as portfolio diversifier; SEC talks resume.
Bitcoin 2026: Policy Forces Eclipse The Four-Year Halving Cycle
CryptoCoin.News - In 2026, Bitcoin trading shifts from halving cycles to policy dominance. CLARITY Act, GENIUS Act, regulatory clarity, and macro liquidity drive prices. Adapt strategies now. The post Bitcoin 2026: Policy Forces Eclipse The Four-Year Halving Cycle appeared first on CryptoCoin.News.
State Street Launches Digital Asset Platform for Institutional Clients
TheCurrencyAnalytics - State Street Corp., a prominent player in traditional finance, has announced the launch of its new digital asset platform designed… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
US-Taiwan $500B AI-Semi Pact: Reshaping Global Tech Alliances
CryptoCoin.News - Taiwan commits $250B direct investment + $250B credit guarantees to US semis, energy, AI. US reciprocates in Taiwan's tech sectors, countering China amid tariffs. The post US-Taiwan $500B AI-Semi Pact: Reshaping Global Tech Alliances appeared first on CryptoCoin.News.
Time2Build: projects integrating the Lightning Network into open-source apps awarded
Atlas21 - Breez rewards the best Lightning Network payment integrations: from BTCPay Server to Primal, here are the winners of the developer challenge. The post Time2Build: projects integrating the Lightning Network into open-source apps awarded appeared first on Atlas21.
RLUSD Hits Record High Amid Ripple’s Institutional Push — But XRP Is Left Behind
BeInCrypto - Ripple’s US dollar-backed stablecoin, RLUSD, has surged to a new all-time high, fueled by a series of high-profile partnerships and regulatory milestones that are accelerating its adoption among institutional investors. Yet, RLUSD appears to be the only token benefiting from Ripple’s advancements and expansion, as XRP bears the weight of market forces. RLUSD Market Cap The post RLUSD Hits Record High Amid Ripple’s Institutional Push — But XRP Is Left Behind appeared first on BeInCrypto.
West Virginia proposal lets state treasury put 10% into crypto, gold
Cryptopolitan - Senator Chris Rose introduced a bill to allow West Virginia to invest in precious metals and digital assets.
Federal Reserve Subpoena Disclosure Impacts Gold Markets, Schiff Says
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has disclosed that the Department of Justice has issued grand jury subpoenas. This announcement has… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
KBC to Offer Regulated Crypto Trading in Belgium
Bitcoin.com - KBC’s Bolero launches regulated buy‑and‑sell crypto trading for Belgian retail investors starting week of 16 February. KBC Group announces that, beginning the week of 16 February 2026, private investors in Belgium can buy and sell crypto assets via Bolero, the bank’s online execution‑only investment platform, under the European Markets in Crypto‑Assets Regulation (MiCAR); KBC has […]
DTCC Seeks to Digitally Enable 1.4 Million Securities
TheCurrencyAnalytics - The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) intends to make all 1.4 million securities in its custody digitally eligible, according… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Schiff: 'Big Moves' Coming in Bitcoin
U.Today - Schiff has issued a fresh warning for Bitcoin HOLDers as gold and silver continue to surge.
BitMine Shareholder Meeting Marks Shift from ETH Staking Proxy: Here’s Where Tom Lee’s Looking Next
BeInCrypto - BitMine’s annual shareholder meeting in Las Vegas was billed as a routine governance event, with votes scheduled on board elections, executive compensation, and an increase in authorized shares. Instead, the session became a strategic coming-out moment, reframing the company from a simple Ethereum staking proxy into something far more ambitious. Distribution and Retail Onboarding Now The post BitMine Shareholder Meeting Marks Shift from ETH Staking Proxy: Here’s Where Tom Lee’s Looking Next appeared first on BeInCrypto.
BitMine Projects $400 Million Earnings from Ether Staking
TheCurrencyAnalytics - BitMine Chair Tom Lee has informed investors that the company’s ether holdings, valued at approximately $13 billion, are poised to… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Lemon Launches First Bitcoin-Backed Card in Argentina
Bitcoin.com - The local exchange announced that users will be able to get 1 million Argentine pesos in credit (nearly $700) by using 0.01 BTC as collateral. There will be no maintenance fees for the first three months. Lemon claims this is the first card of its kind in Argentina. Lemon Pioneers Bitcoin-Backed Visa Card in Argentina […]
US housebuilder to launch crypto rewards after SEC ‘no-action’ letter
CoinTelegraph - Megatel Homes says it’s launching a program where renters could receive rewards for paying their rent using a crypto token.
Policy Forces Reshape Bitcoin Trading as Four-Year Cycle Weakens
Decrypt - Bitcoin is increasingly trading on fiscal and regulatory signals as policy-driven liquidity expectations reshape market behavior in 2026.
Mark Carney met Xi Jinping in Beijing to push Canada’s trade ties beyond the U.S.
Cryptopolitan - Mark Carney met Xi Jinping in Beijing this week, signaling a shift in how Canada wants to play the global game. While Donald Trump pushes more countries away with his “America First” trade rules, Canada is looking for other options. Carney is the first Canadian prime minister to visit Beijing since 2017.He’s not there for […]
XRP, TSLA, and GME Among Top Searches on Elon Musk's X
U.Today - XRP is among the top cashtag searches on the X social media network..
Crypto plumbing, policy improved in 2025, but prices ‘did not cooperate’: Binance
CoinTelegraph - Regulated investment vehicles such as exchange-traded funds expanded in 2025, and corporations added crypto to their balance sheets, opening up more pathways for user access.
Ethereum activity doubles with influx of new users: Glassnode
CoinTelegraph - Ethereum saw activity retention nearly double to 8 million addresses in a month while daily transactions hit an all-time high of 2.8 million amid soaring stablecoin use.
Elon Musk is going to trial against OpenAI in April 2026 over its shift to a for-profit model
Cryptopolitan - Elon Musk is going to trial against OpenAI in April 2026 over its shift to a for-profit model and its deal with Microsoft.
China is quickly catching up to the U.S. in artificial intelligence and may be only months behind
Cryptopolitan - China is quickly catching up to the U.S. in artificial intelligence and may be only months behind.
US Lawmakers Say Crypto Market Structure Bill Is ‘Closer Than Ever’ as Bipartisan Negotiations Continue
Bitcoin.com - U.S. lawmakers and the White House crypto czar signaled growing unity behind crypto market structure legislation, with negotiations nearing consensus and bipartisan confidence rising that clearer rules for the digital asset industry are within reach. Lawmakers, White House Crypto Czar Signal Unity on Crypto Market Structure Push U.S. lawmakers struck an optimistic tone on crypto […]
Cathie Wood sees Bitcoin as effective portfolio diversifier in the years ahead
CryptoBriefing - Bitcoin's unique low correlation with traditional assets may enhance portfolio resilience and optimize risk-adjusted returns in future markets. The post Cathie Wood sees Bitcoin as effective portfolio diversifier in the years ahead appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Analyst Calls Silver Generational Bottom, Sees Long-Term Bull Market Ahead
Bitcoin.com - Silver prices surged sharply, reigniting bullish forecasts, generational-bottom calls, and debate over how far the rally can run as investors weigh upside potential against timing profits in an emerging long-term commodities cycle. Silver Surge Sparks Generational Bottom Debate And Profit-Timing Questions Silver drew heightened attention as prices pushed sharply higher, raising expectations for further upside […]
Arthur Hayes Says Fed Liquidity Shift Could Send Bitcoin Back Above $110K
Bitcoin.com - Bitcoin’s next major move may hinge less on sentiment and more on U.S. dollar flows, as shifting Federal Reserve liquidity conditions set the stage for a potential crypto rebound driven by macro forces. Fed Balance Sheet Reversal May Push Bitcoin Price Higher, Arthur Hayes Says Arthur Hayes outlined a macro-driven outlook for crypto markets tied […]
Cloudflare acquires AI data marketplace Human Native to power creator monetization
CryptoBriefing - Cloudflare's acquisition fosters a fair AI economy, enhancing data access and monetization for creators, promoting sustainable internet practices. The post Cloudflare acquires AI data marketplace Human Native to power creator monetization appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Bitcoin Treasury Survey Shows Investors Expect Major Balance Sheet Growth in 2026
Bitcoin.com - Bitcoin treasury investors and observers are heading into 2026 with confidence, expecting public companies to hold significantly more bitcoin, expand digital credit offerings, and weather external pressures with balance sheets largely intact. Corporate Bitcoin Treasuries Poised for Expansion in 2026, Survey Finds That optimism comes through clearly in the first-ever audience survey conducted by bitcointreasuries.net, […]
Ripple Agrees to $150M Financing Deal With LMAX
99Bitcoins - Ripple’s $150M XRP Move Signals Institutional Shift The post Ripple Agrees to $150M Financing Deal With LMAX appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Solo Bitcoin Miners Score $300K Block Rewards in Rare Wins
99Bitcoins - Solo Bitcoin Miners Win $300K Blocks Against the Odds The post Solo Bitcoin Miners Score $300K Block Rewards in Rare Wins appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Democrats Blast SEC Over Crypto Retreat, Justin Sun’s Alleged China Ties
Decrypt - House Democrats have accused the SEC of selectively enforcing laws against crypto firms, while spotlighting Tron founder Justin Sun.
Internet Computer Gains Amid Analyst Predictions of Continued Growth
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Internet Computer (ICP) experienced a significant price increase, rising by nearly 40% over the past week. On January 15, ICP… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Senate Democrats, Crypto Industry to Resume Talks After Market Structure Bill Delay
BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Senate Democrats, Crypto Industry to Resume Talks After Market Structure Bill Delay U.S. Senate Democrats are reportedly set to reopen talks with representatives from the cryptocurrency industry on Friday regarding the CLARITY Act. This post Senate Democrats, Crypto Industry to Resume Talks After Market Structure Bill Delay first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
ETH’s next stop could be $4.1K, but this must happen first
CoinTelegraph - An emerging ETH futures trend is predicting an Ether price rally to $4,100, but other data says the altcoin is overdue for a slight correction.
Why Wall Street refuses to sell Bitcoin – and actually bought way more – even while losing 25% of its value
CryptoSlate - Institutional investment managers increased their allocations to US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) during the fourth quarter of 2025, despite the asset suffering a sharp price correction that shaved nearly a quarter off its market value. The divergence between rising share counts and falling asset values presents a complex picture of institutional behavior during a period […] The post Why Wall Street refuses to sell Bitcoin – and actually bought way more – even while losing 25% of its value appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Behind the ‘Bitcoin lottery’ myth: NiceHash clarifies untagged BTC blocks
CoinTelegraph - Untagged Bitcoin blocks sparked solo-miner speculation before NiceHash confirmed they were mined during internal testing, highlighting limits of onchain attribution.
Baidu's ERNIE 5 AI Model Rises Up the Rankings—A Math Wiz That Beats OpenAI's GPT 5.1
Decrypt - Baidu's ERNIE-5.0-0110 ranks #8 globally on LMArena, becoming the only Chinese model in the top 10 while outperforming GPT-5.1-High.
Coinbase CEO expects market structure bill markup ‘in a few weeks‘
CoinTelegraph - Brian Armstrong posted on X late on Wednesday saying Coinbase couldn't “support the bill as written,“ potentially leading to a postponement in consideration.
Ondo Finance TVL Doubles to Over $2B in Less Than a Year
TheDefiant - Ondo’s TVL surge is driven by its tokenized U.S. Treasuries fund.
US and Taiwan agree to 15% tariff cap and $500B chip investment deal
CryptoBriefing - US and Taiwan reportedly finalize a trade deal lowering tariffs and unlocking $500B in semiconductor investments for US operations. The post US and Taiwan agree to 15% tariff cap and $500B chip investment deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Lightning Strikes Twice as Solo Bitcoin Miners Beat the Odds, Each Earning $300K
Decrypt - Two solo Bitcoin miners struck rare wins this week, each earning nearly $300,000 as U.S. mining dominance continues to slip.
Over 200 Million XRP Has Been Sold This Year, Yet Price Uptrend Is Surviving
BeInCrypto - XRP has experienced heightened volatility over the past several days, reflecting a clash between selling pressure and long-term accumulation. Price swings have remained contained, but recovery remains uncertain as investors react differently to shifting market conditions. Despite these challenges, XRP has managed to preserve its broader uptrend since the start of 2026. XRP Holders Exhibit The post Over 200 Million XRP Has Been Sold This Year, Yet Price Uptrend Is Surviving appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Whales Buying Bitcoin Instead of Retail, CryptoQuant CEO Says
U.Today - The broader public has traded "digital gold" for "shiny rocks," rotating capital into a soaring gold and silver market.
BitMine Bets $200M on MrBeast’s Business Empire in Strategic Diversification Move
cryptoDNES - BitMine Immersion Technology is stepping far outside its traditional comfort zone with a $200 million commitment to Beast Industries, the rapidly expanding business empire built around YouTube star Jimmy Donaldson. The post BitMine Bets $200M on MrBeast’s Business Empire in Strategic Diversification Move appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
OpenAI Ads Possible In Q1, Polymarket Says: Why That Could Hurt AI Stocks Like NVDA, ORCL
Benzinga - For years, Sam Altman said he hated ads, calling them “last resort.” Yet, prediction markets are betting he won't have a choice. What Happened: On Polymarket, traders are currently pricing in a 37% chance that OpenAI implements ads on ChatGPT before March 31. Could this be a warning flare about the health of the AI bubble? With OpenAI's annual burn rate reportedly exceeding $17 billion this year, the company is facing a harsh reality: subscription revenue alone will not be enough to feed the compute-hungry models like o3 and GPT-5. In 2025, OpenAI made a series of deals that increasingly tied it to the broader market, effectively turning itself into the engine room of the S&P 500. ...
Time2Build 2025 Winners: Breez Awards Bitcoin Prizes for Lightning Integrations in BTCPay Server, Primal, and More
BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Time2Build 2025 Winners: Breez Awards Bitcoin Prizes for Lightning Integrations in BTCPay Server, Primal, and More Breez has revealed the Time2Build 2025 winners, with $3,500 Bitcoin prizes awarded to integrations enabling self-custodial Lightning payments in BTCPay Server, Primal's Nostr web client, Evento social platform, and Portal identity protocol. This post Time2Build 2025 Winners: Breez Awards Bitcoin Prizes for Lightning Integrations in BTCPay Server, Primal, and More first appeared on Bitcoin ...
Crossmint Gains Spanish Approval for EU-Wide Digital Asset Services
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Crossmint announced that it has been authorized by Spain’s Comisión Nacional del Mercado de Valores (CNMV) as a regulated Crypto-Asset… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Bitcoin demand is breaking out, but dealers are mechanically forcing stability: Here is the exact price the dam cracks
CryptoSlate - Bitcoin is now trading around near $96,000 as spot ETF inflows and options market positioning exert opposing mechanical forces on price behavior. The current price sits just outside a range between roughly $90,000 and $94,000, a band that has persisted despite intermittent surges and declines in spot demand through US-listed Bitcoin exchange-traded funds. The breakout […] The post Bitcoin demand is breaking out, but dealers are mechanically forcing stability: Here is the exact price the dam cracks appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Esports Team Ninjas in Pyjamas Mines $14 Million in Bitcoin as Operation Expands
Decrypt - NIP Group, the publicly traded firm behind esports team Ninjas in Pyjamas, is ramping up the Bitcoin mining operation it launched in 2025.
Nvidia reportedly ends RTX 5070 Ti and 5060 Ti 16GB production as GPU prices surge
CryptoBriefing - Nvidia discontinues RTX 5070 Ti and 5060 Ti 16GB, fueling GPU price hikes as supply tightens and 8GB cards take center stage. The post Nvidia reportedly ends RTX 5070 Ti and 5060 Ti 16GB production as GPU prices surge appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Significant Bitcoin Transfer to Cumberland DRW
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, data from Arkham indicates that at 01:27, a total of 162.63 BTC was transferred from multiple addresses to Cumberland DRW.
Bitcoin Trades in Narrow Range as Market Shows Signs of Fatigue
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Bitcoin prices ranged between $95,916 and $96,137 on January 15, 2026, around 9:40 a.m., with its market capitalization standing at… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Inside Stripe’s Crypto Strategy with Privy CEO: Wallets as Global Financial Accounts and the End of Decentralization Dogmas
TheDefiant - Stern says Privy underpins Stripe’s stablecoin stack — and argues crypto needs better trade-offs, not absolutism.
SFO Director Nick Ephgrave to Retire in Spring 2026
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Nick Ephgrave, the Director of the UK’s Serious Fraud Office (SFO), is set to retire in the spring of 2026.… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Bitcoin’s renewed push to $100K sparked by fresh institutional demand
CoinTelegraph - Sustained US Bitcoin ETF inflows are supporting prices near $97,000, raising questions about whether institutional demand is reshaping Bitcoin’s market cycle.
Massive Coinbase News! Bitcoin Rips to $96,750! Football.Fun TGE Interview with Founder!
Decrypt - Crypto majors are very green with Bitcoin making a new another 2-month high; BTC +2% at $96,7500; ETH +2% at $3,360, SOL even at $145; XRP -1% to $2.11. DCR (+30%), DASH (+10%), ICP (+10%) and ZEC (+7%) led top movers; XMR hit another new ATH at $800 before retracing to $725. Coinbase pulled support for the Senate’s crypto market structure bill ahead of a key vote, citing major concerns with the latest draft, leading to the Senate delaying the bill. Zcash avoided SEC action after the Zcash Foundation said the agency’s investigation has concluded. Ripple secured a Luxembourg license as its European expansion continued. Pakistan teamed with World Liberty Financial to explore stablecoin use cases for remittances and cross-border payments. The Human Rights Foundation ...
Morningstar launches index tracking top generative AI firms like OpenAI and Anthropic
CryptoBriefing - Morningstar launches GenAI 20 Index to track top private and public generative AI firms, led by Databricks, Anthropic, and OpenAI. The post Morningstar launches index tracking top generative AI firms like OpenAI and Anthropic appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
MrBeast Eyes DeFi as Tom Lee's Ethereum Treasury BitMine Invests $200 Million
Decrypt - BitMine Immersion Technologies unveiled a $200 million investment in Beast Industries, a company founded by YouTube creator MrBeast.
FTX Signals Major Cash Release for Creditors Pending Court Approval
cryptoDNES - As former customers wait for long-promised repayments, the FTX Recovery Trust is accelerating its efforts on two fronts: pushing cash distributions closer to reality while aggressively pursuing lawsuits it believes could return billions more to the estate. The post FTX Signals Major Cash Release for Creditors Pending Court Approval appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
49ers NFC Championship Odds Draw Attention on Polymarket Platform
TheCurrencyAnalytics - The San Francisco 49ers have become the focal point of sports betting discussions on the Polymarket platform as the team… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
BlackRock Silently Rebrands Bitcoin and Crypto With New Term After Massive $342 Billion Surge
U.Today - Did BlackRock really delete "Bitcoin" from its vocabulary? The word did not appear once during its record-breaking earnings call, while the new term showed up nine times.
Wall Street Meets YouTube: Tom Lee-Led Bitmine Backs MrBeast
U.Today - Bitmine Immersion Technologies (NYSE: BMNR), chaired by Fundstrat founder Tom Lee, has announced a $200 million equity investment into Beast Industries.
RLUSD Achieves New Integration on FCA-Regulated Exchange
U.Today - RLUSD stablecoin has achieved a new integration on regulated CFD trading platform LMAX Group.
Dogecoin Inverse Pattern Suggests Potential 22% Price Increase
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Dogecoin has recently exhibited an inverse head-and-shoulders pattern, characterized by a neckline at $0.152. This development, if validated, could lead… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
DOGE Price Analysis for January 15
U.Today - Will traders see DOGE drop to the $0.14 mark soon?
Ripple invests $150M in LMAX to expand RLUSD use across FX and crypto markets
CryptoBriefing - Ripple invests $150M in LMAX as RLUSD becomes key collateral across global FX and crypto trading platforms. The post Ripple invests $150M in LMAX to expand RLUSD use across FX and crypto markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
U.S. Senators Continue Discussions on Digital Asset Market Structure Legislation
Binance News - According to PANews, U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis announced on January 15 that discussions are ongoing in Congress regarding the digital asset market structure bill. These negotiations involve bipartisan lawmakers and representatives from both the cryptocurrency and traditional financial sectors. The initiative is being led by Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott. Lummis expressed her anticipation to collaborate with Scott in advancing bipartisan legislation aimed at providing a clearer regulatory framework for the digital asset industry in the United States.
BitMine Acquires Additional Ethereum from FalconX
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, on January 15, Lookonchain monitoring revealed that BitMine has recently purchased 24,068 ETH from FalconX.
Grayscale Updates Potential and Existing Digital Asset Lists
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, Grayscale, a leading crypto asset management firm, has released an updated list of potential and existing digital assets for its investment products. This move aligns with the company's mission to offer a diverse range of investable digital assets to investors.The 'Asset Candidate List' includes digital assets not yet part of Grayscale's investment products but identified as potential future candidates. Meanwhile, the 'Existing Grayscale Product Assets' list details the digital assets held by Grayscale products as of January 12, 2026, which may be part of single or multi-asset products.Grayscale plans to update these lists within 15 days after each quarter's end, reflecting the expanding crypto ecosystem and the team's ongoing ...
'No Owners, No Tax': Ripple CTO Emeritus Explains XRPL's AMM DEX Design
U.Today - Ripple CTO Emeritus David Schwartz sheds light on XRPL AMM DEX peculiarities.
Bitcoin must hold $94K next, says trader as BTC price dips at US open
CoinTelegraph - Bitcoin halted its bullish BTC price rebound to dip below $96,000 on news that Middle East geopolitical tensions were easing.
Ripple’s massive license victory hides a structural shift that could actually divert volume away from XRP
CryptoSlate - Ripple has secured a critical regulatory foothold in the European Union, marking the firm's second major licensing victory in less than a week. On Jan. 14, the crypto-focused payment company announced it received preliminary approval from Luxembourg’s regulator, the Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF), for an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) licence. While the […] The post Ripple’s massive license victory hides a structural shift that could actually divert volume away from XRP appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Binance Futures to Transition LITUSDT Contract to Standard USDⓈ-M
Binance News - According to the announcement from Binance, the LITUSDT perpetual contract on Binance Futures is set to transition from pre-market trading to a standard USDⓈ-M LITUSDT Perpetual Contract on 2026-01-15 at 15:30 (UTC). This transition is expected to take up to three hours, depending on price volatility and the availability of a stable index price. During this period, trading functions will remain operational, and open orders and positions will not be canceled.Mark Price TransitionThe transition involves a gradual conversion of the mark price from the pre-market trading mark price to the standard mark price calculation. The mark price will be determined using the formula: Mark Price = Median (Price 1, Price 2, Contract Price). A price cap of ±1% will be applied ...
These three XRP charts suggest a potential rally scenario toward $2.80
CoinTelegraph - XRP’s technical and onchain signals hint at a bullish breakout, with bulls eyeing a significant rally toward $2.80 by month’s end.
BitMine's Shareholder Meeting to Discuss Major Stock Proposal
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, on January 15, BitMine Chairman Tom Lee announced in an interview with 3PROTV that Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman are expected to attend the annual shareholder meeting scheduled for today, January 15. The meeting will include a vote on a proposal to increase the company's authorized shares from 500 million to 50 billion. Tom Lee emphasized that if the proposal is not approved, the company will be unable to issue new shares to purchase more Ethereum or make acquisitions. Addressing concerns about dilution, he stated that the company has never issued shares below net asset value. Additionally, BitMine plans to present its 2026 development roadmap at the meeting, highlighting growth sources beyond staking yields and revealing ...
BlackRock hits record $14 trillion in assets, stock rises 5%
CryptoBriefing - BlackRock's growth highlights its strategic positioning in emerging financial sectors, potentially reshaping global investment landscapes. The post BlackRock hits record $14 trillion in assets, stock rises 5% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Crypto News Today, 15 January 2026 – Bitcoin ETFs Absorb $1.7 Billion In Just 3 Days As BTC Hits $96k
99Bitcoins - US spot Bitcoin ETFs have recorded a whopping $1.7 billion in inflows over the last three days! This is a sharp reversal from the earlier outflows. In fact, the year started shaky with $681 million in outflows in the first week. However, today, 15 January 2026, saw $843.6 million in spot BTC inflows, 14 January.. The post Crypto News Today, 15 January 2026 – Bitcoin ETFs Absorb $1.7 Billion In Just 3 Days As BTC Hits $96k appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Strategy Shares Climb as Bitcoin Approaches $100,000 Mark
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Shares of Strategy Inc. (MSTR) rose above $189 during Wednesday morning trading, marking a more than 10% increase. This surge… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Silver Market Cap Surpasses Nvidia, Becomes Second Largest Asset Globally
Binance News - According to Odaily, data from the 8marketcap website indicates that the market capitalization of silver has exceeded $5 trillion, currently reported at $5.037 trillion. This positions silver once again as the second-largest asset globally, surpassing Nvidia, and trailing only behind gold, which has a market cap of $32.071 trillion. Previously, on January 7, silver had surpassed Nvidia with a market cap of $4.63 trillion to become the world's second-largest asset.
BlackRock CEO Predicts U.S. Economic Growth Above Trend
Binance News - According to Odaily, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink has projected that the U.S. economy will experience growth above the trend level in the coming years. Fink also noted that current investment conditions are safer compared to a year ago.
U.S. Stock Markets Open with Gains on January 15
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, the Dow Jones Industrial Average opened on January 15 with an increase of 161.57 points, or 0.33%, reaching 49,311.2 points. The Nasdaq Composite Index rose by 208.7 points, or 0.89%, to 23,680.45 points. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 Index saw an uptick of 44.82 points, or 0.65%, opening at 6,971.42 points.
'2026 Is the Year We Put XRP Ledger First': Top Ripple Developer
U.Today - Instead of focusing on the XRP price, a Ripple developer has shared a growth masterplan for XRP Ledger.
Bitcoin's Institutional Maturity and Future Price Predictions
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, Ark Invest analyst and portfolio manager David Puell has highlighted a shift in Bitcoin's next phase, emphasizing that investor participation will depend more on the proportion of exposure they are willing to allocate and the investment tools they choose to engage with, rather than merely believing in the asset. With the introduction of spot Bitcoin ETFs in 2024 and the rapid development of digital asset treasury strategies, Bitcoin has crossed a significant threshold into institutional maturity. The combined holdings of ETFs and digital asset treasuries now account for approximately 12% of Bitcoin's total supply, exceeding expectations and becoming ...
Mr. Beast Receives $200 Million Investment By Tom Lee's BitMine
Benzinga - BitMine Immersion Technologies (NYSE:BMNR) invested $200 million into MrBeast’s Beast Industries as Chairman Tom Lee bets the YouTuber with 330 million subscribers will become “the most impactful entertainment brand in the world” while integrating crypto into a new financial services platform. Why An Ethereum Company Is Betting On A YouTuber BitMine is the world’s largest Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) treasury company, holding 4.17 million ETH worth roughly $13 billion. The company’s entire strategy has been buying and ...
Polygon Labs Restructures Workforce Amid Strategic Shift
Binance News - According to Foresight News, Polygon Labs CEO Marc Boiron announced on social media that the company is undergoing a restructuring process following the acquisition and integration of Coinme and Sequence teams. This strategic adjustment involves the elimination of certain overlapping positions to facilitate the company's transition into a blockchain firm focused primarily on payments. Boiron emphasized that the changes are structural and not related to employee performance issues. Despite these adjustments, the overall headcount is expected to remain stable, with a shift in expertise towards payments, wallets, and blockchain infrastructure. ...
Federal Reserve Anticipates Interest Rate Cuts This Year
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, Federal Reserve official Goolsbee has indicated that interest rate cuts are expected this year. However, he emphasized that data is necessary to confirm the outlook.
Russia’s Crypto Revolution: Retail Access Bill Set For 2026 Debate
CryptoCoin.News - Russia's State Duma eyes bill to lift crypto bans for citizens, capping retail buys at 300K rubles/year via licensed platforms. Qualified investors unlimited; no domestic payments. Spring 2026 debates ahead. The post Russia’s Crypto Revolution: Retail Access Bill Set For 2026 Debate appeared first on CryptoCoin.News.
Jump Crypto Transfers Significant Bitcoin Amount to Anonymous Address
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, data from Arkham reveals that at 21:48, Jump Crypto transferred 241.83 BTC to an anonymous address starting with 12YGEmHZxN. The transaction involved a substantial amount of Bitcoin, valued at approximately $18.97 million.
Why Falling Jobless Claims Are Reshaping Rate-Cut Expectations
cryptoDNES - Fresh U.S. labor market data delivered a surprise to markets, with weekly unemployment filings falling well below expectations and reinforcing the view that job conditions remain tight even as other parts of the economy show signs of cooling. The post Why Falling Jobless Claims Are Reshaping Rate-Cut Expectations appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Five Bitcoin narratives analysts are watching beyond price
CoinTelegraph - ETF flows, treasury stocks, mining fees, scaling trade-offs and regulation now explain Bitcoin’s market shifts better than price alone.
Dollar Index Experiences Short-Term Increase
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, the dollar index (DXY) has seen a short-term rise of 10 points, currently reported at 99.36.
Strategy to Announce Q4 2025 Financial Results in February 2026
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, Bitcoin treasury company Strategy has announced plans to release its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2025 on February 5, 2026, following the close of the U.S. financial markets. An online video conference will be held at 5:00 PM Eastern Time to interpret and discuss the financial report.
Solo Bitcoin Miners Beat 1-in-Millions Odds: Here’s Why It Keeps Happening
99Bitcoins - Solo Bitcoin Miners Beat the Odds—Here’s Why The post Solo Bitcoin Miners Beat 1-in-Millions Odds: Here’s Why It Keeps Happening appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Bitcoin Emerges as Top Cashtag on X Platform
Binance News - According to PANews, Bitcoin has recently become one of the most searched Cashtags on the X platform, as reported by Bitcoin Magazine.
Amazon Web Services inks landmark metal deal with mining giant Rio Tinto
CryptoBriefing - AWS's partnership with Rio Tinto's Nuton could set a precedent for sustainable tech industry practices, enhancing supply chain resilience. The post Amazon Web Services inks landmark metal deal with mining giant Rio Tinto appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
OpenServ and Neol Advance Enterprise-ready AI Reasoning Under Real-world Constraints
DailyHODL - London, United Kingdom, 15th January 2026, Chainwire The post OpenServ and Neol Advance Enterprise-ready AI Reasoning Under Real-world Constraints appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
BlackRock and Microsoft AI Collaboration Raises $12.5 Billion
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, BlackRock and Microsoft's AI collaboration project has successfully raised $12.5 billion, with a target of reaching $30 billion.
How Web3 Incentives Could Transform Online Casino Engagement
Benzinga - The online casino industry is evolving rapidly, and operators are exploring new ways to engage and retain players beyond traditional promotions. Historically, casinos have relied on bonuses, loyalty points, and advertising to attract users. While effective in the short term, these methods often encourage passive engagement, with limited long-term impact on retention or revenue. As the digital entertainment landscape becomes more competitive, operators are turning to innovative approaches that integrate technology, behavioral science, and gamified experiences. Among these, Web3-enabled incentive frameworks are emerging as a promising strategy to reshape player engagement and unlock new avenues for monetization. ...
Trust Wallet Begins Compensation for Security Incident
Binance News - According to PANews, Trust Wallet has announced the commencement of compensation for its browser extension v2.68 security incident. The first batch of eligible users has already received compensation, with approximately 95% of affected funds' claims submitted. The remaining claims will be processed within 30 days. Users are advised to immediately discontinue use of the affected wallets and transfer their assets, with tools integrated into the updated extension and mobile app. Continuing to use compromised wallets will be at the user's own risk. The deadline for compensation applications is February 14.
CLARITY Act Draft Explains Who Regulates Crypto in the US
99Bitcoins - CLARITY Act Draft Explains US Crypto Rules The post CLARITY Act Draft Explains Who Regulates Crypto in the US appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
XRP Search Interest Surges on X: Details
U.Today - XRP interest on X has surged amid recent developments.
Nvidia Invests in AI Startup Harmonic
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, Nvidia has made an investment in Harmonic, a startup focused on mathematical artificial intelligence. This move highlights Nvidia's ongoing interest in expanding its reach within the AI sector.
Bitcoin price is exploding, and a rare “gamma squeeze” suggests the price action is about to get violent
CryptoSlate - Bitcoin's brief climb above $97,000 over the past day extended a run that suggests the underlying mechanics signal a structural shift in how capital is interacting with the asset class. According to CryptoSlate data, BTC reached a peak of $97,860, its highest price level since last November. This price performance continues the flagship digital asset's strong […] The post Bitcoin price is exploding, and a rare “gamma squeeze” suggests the price action is about to get violent appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Matthew McConaughey Says It's Not 'Alright, Alright, Alright' for AI to Misuse His Voice
Decrypt - Federal trademarks give McConaughey new weapons against AI voice theft, but he's also embracing the technology on his terms.
Ripple CEO Praises Crypto as CPI Shows Reduction in US Financial Services Costs
U.Today - Ripple boss Garlinghouse has underscored what may be a positive effect of crypto on the US CPI.
Ether maintains price above $3,300, eyes breakout to $3,500
CoinJournal - Key takeaways ETH has maintained its price above $3,300 despite losing less than 1% of its value. The leading altcoin could rally higher in the near term amid growing institutional demand. ETH stays above $3,300 despite market pullback ETH, the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, has lost less than 1% of its value in the […] The post Ether maintains price above $3,300, eyes breakout to $3,500 appeared first on CoinJournal.
Polymarket: US Revenue Bet: Odds Favor $1-2 Trillion In 2025
CryptoCoin.News - The latest Polymarket bet invites traders to speculate on whether the U.S. will collect between $1 trillion and $2 trillion in revenue by 2025. With a volume of $202,341, this market is buzzing with interest. Check out the action on Polymarket: https://polymarket.com/market/will-the-us-collect-between-1t-and-2t-in-revenue-in-2025 As the U.S. economy continues to recover and adapt post-pandemic, the question of […] The post Polymarket: US Revenue Bet: Odds Favor $1-2 Trillion In 2025 appeared first on CryptoCoin.News.
Dollar Stabilizes; Yen Continues to Weaken in Forex Trading
TheCurrencyAnalytics - The U.S. dollar showed signs of stabilization on Monday following recent losses, while the Japanese yen continued its downward trend.… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Bitcoin's Bullish Indicators Persist as Price Reaches Two-Month Highs
Binance News - According to Cointelegraph, Bitcoin (BTC) continues to show bullish signals as its price reaches new two-month highs near $98,000. Leading indicators suggest a continuation of this upward trend, marking an improvement in the overall price environment since early October. Despite predictions that 2026 may be a unique bear market year, current data from TradingView highlights Bitcoin's relative strength index (RSI) and moving average convergence/divergence (MACD) as classic reversal signals.The RSI remains a key indicator for Bitcoin bulls, showing renewed strength alongside MACD. On hourly timeframes, a hidden bullish divergence is evident, where the RSI makes a lower low while the price achieves a higher low. This pattern was similarly observed last week on the four-hour ...
Survey Suggests MSTR May Join S&P 500 This Year
Binance News - According to Odaily, BitcoinTreasuries.NET shared on the X platform that a survey conducted by BitcoinTreasuries.NET reveals that 50% of respondents believe Strategy (MSTR) will be included in the S&P 500 index this year.
Binance Introduces P2P Buy & Earn Feature for Crypto Purchases
Binance News - According to the announcement from Binance, the platform has launched a new feature called P2P Buy & Earn, designed to enhance the user experience by integrating crypto purchases with earning opportunities. This feature allows users to subscribe to Simple Earn Flexible Products and participate in HODLer Airdrops directly from the P2P crypto purchase confirmation page with a single click.The P2P Buy & Earn feature simplifies the process of earning rewards by enabling a one-click subscription to Simple Earn Flexible Products. Users can opt-in on the purchase confirmation page, allowing their purchased crypto to be automatically subscribed to Simple Earn Flexible Products, which offer daily rewards. Additionally, eligible BNB purchases qualify for HODLer Airdrops, ...
Polymarket: 49ers Eye 2026 NFC Championship: Current Odds Suggest Strong Likelihood
CryptoCoin.News - The thrilling world of sports betting is abuzz with speculation as the San Francisco 49ers are in the spotlight for the 2026 NFC Championship on Polymarket. With a whopping $571,600 in volume, bettors are actively weighing in on whether the iconic team will seize the coveted title. https://polymarket.com/market/will-the-49ers-win-the-2026-nfc-championship As it stands, the odds indicate a […] The post Polymarket: 49ers Eye 2026 NFC Championship: Current Odds Suggest Strong Likelihood appeared first on CryptoCoin.News.
Ripple wins preliminary EMI approval in Luxembourg, steps toward MiCA-regulated EU payments
CoinPaprika - Ripple has secured preliminary approval for an EMI license from Luxembourg's CSSF, adding to its new UK EMI and crypto registrations. The move positions Ripple to scale regulated cross-border payments across Europe once full authorization and MiCA permissions are in place.
Russia Signals Crypto Shift as Retail Investors Get Green Light
99Bitcoins - Russia Moves to Open Crypto Access to Retail Investors The post Russia Signals Crypto Shift as Retail Investors Get Green Light appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
CleanSpark Expands Into AI Infrastructure in Texas
cryptoDNES - CleanSpark is accelerating a strategic shift away from pure Bitcoin mining by securing a large land position in Texas to support next-generation computing infrastructure. The post CleanSpark Expands Into AI Infrastructure in Texas appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
U.S. Unemployment Claims and Key Financial Events Scheduled for January 15
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, the U.S. unemployment claims for the week ending January 10 will be released tonight at 21:30 (UTC+8). The previous figure was 208,000, with expectations set at 215,000. Today, BitMine, the leading Ethereum holding institution, will hold a shareholder meeting to vote on a significant proposal to increase its shares from 500 million to 50 billion. If approved, BitMine will secure additional funds to purchase ETH, potentially boosting its price. Additionally, several key speeches are scheduled. The permanent FOMC voting ...
Silver Slides 5% After Hitting Record High as Bitcoin Holds Firm Above $96,000
Binance News - Silver pulled back sharply after reaching a fresh all-time high, falling around 5% in a swift reversal that highlights rising volatility across traditional safe-haven assets.In contrast, Bitcoin continued to show relative strength, holding above $96,000 despite the turbulence in metals markets.
London Stock Exchange Group Launches Digital Settlement Hub
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, on January 15, the London Stock Exchange Group introduced the Digital Settlement Hub (LSEG DiSH), which facilitates programmatic real-time settlement between independent on-chain and off-chain payment networks. This service enables the 24/7 instant movement of commercial bank funds across multiple currencies and jurisdictions, including Payment versus Payment (PVP) and Delivery versus Payment (DVP), through commercial bank deposits stored on the DiSH ledger (DiSH Cash).
Matrixdock Releases Semi-Annual Physical Gold Audit Report
Binance News - According to Odaily, Matrixport's RWA platform, Matrixdock, has published its latest semi-annual physical gold audit report. As of January 7, 2026, the XAUm token is backed by 482 kilograms of physical gold, consisting of 482 LBMA-standard 1-kilogram gold bars. This represents an increase of 61 gold bars compared to the previous audit. The audit was conducted by an independent third-party organization, following the standards used for gold ETFs. It involved verifying the weight, purity, serial numbers, and custody records of the gold bars. The gold reserves are stored at Brink's facilities in Hong Kong and Singapore, as well as Malca-Amit ...
Binance Completes Frax Share Mainnet Swap and Rebranding
Binance News - According to the announcement from Binance, the platform has successfully completed the mainnet swap and rebranding of Frax Share (FXS) to Frax (FRAX). As part of this transition, deposits and withdrawals for the newly rebranded FRAX tokens are now available. Additionally, spot trading for the FRAX/USDT pair commenced on 2026-01-15 at 08:00 (UTC). For users engaged in Spot Copy Trading, the FRAX/USDT pair can be added to their portfolios by adjusting the settings in the Personal Pair Preference section. The distribution of the new tokens was executed at a 1:1 ratio, meaning each FXS token was exchanged for one FRAX token. Users can review their token ...
Crypto Trader Unveils Massive $400,000 Bitcoin Price Target, Says BTC Mirroring Legendary Technical Pattern
DailyHODL - A widely followed crypto analyst says that Bitcoin (BTC) may be printing a years-long massive bullish pattern. The pseudonymous crypto trader Kaleo tells his 729,700 followers on X that Bitcoin may ultimately reach about $400,000 in 2028 before correcting. The analyst believes Bitcoin is trading in line with what’s known as a Livermore Accumulation Cylinder, […] The post Crypto Trader Unveils Massive $400,000 Bitcoin Price Target, Says BTC Mirroring Legendary Technical Pattern appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
CoinGecko Explores Strategic Opportunities Amid Sale Speculation
Binance News - According to Foresight News, Bobby Ong, co-founder of the cryptocurrency data platform CoinGecko, addressed recent media reports by stating that the company has received numerous inquiries. CoinGecko has been in operation for nearly 12 years, and regularly evaluates strategic opportunities to enhance its business and accelerate its mission. While Ong did not comment on specific discussions, he expressed enthusiasm about possibilities that could improve user service and support institutional cryptocurrency adoption. CoinGecko's business operations continue as usual. Previously, Foresight News reported, citing CoinDesk, that CoinGecko is ...
The Smarter Web Company Allocates Shares Under Subscription Agreement
Binance News - According to Foresight News, The Smarter Web Company has allocated 3,265,000 ordinary shares under the terms of a subscription agreement. The total proceeds from this allocation amount to £1,673,092 before expenses, equating to approximately £0.51 per share. The company is set to receive about 98.25% of the proceeds upon settlement. The remaining balance of ordinary shares not yet allocated under the subscription agreement stands at 59,975,500 shares.
Trader Successfully Predicts Bitcoin Price Movements, Earning $44,500
Binance News - According to Foresight News, monitoring by Lookonchain reveals that the trader known as hai15617 has once again successfully predicted Bitcoin price movements using the same strategy, earning $44,500. The trader made 24 predictions in a single day, winning 8 times, resulting in a success rate of 33.33% and a total profit of $136,800.
Trader Profits from Leveraged Silver and Gold Positions
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, on January 15, Hyperinsight reported that a trader known as the 'largest on-chain gold bull' closed a 10x leveraged long position on xyz:SILVER, which is pegged to the price of silver, securing a profit of $781,000. Currently, the trader maintains a 5x leveraged long position on 1,500 PAX Gold (PAXG) tokens, with an average entry price of $4,415.46, resulting in an unrealized profit of $270,000. Additionally, the trader holds high-leverage long positions on a basket of on-chain U.S. stock tokens, including Apple, Intel, Oracle, Micron Technology, AMD, and Palantir.
Semiconductor Stocks Surge in U.S. Markets
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, U.S. semiconductor equipment stocks experienced a significant rise during the night trading session. ASML saw an increase of over 5%, while TSMC rose by more than 4%. This follows TSMC's announcement that its capital expenditure will be higher over the next three years.
Ethereum Is Catching Up to Bitcoin: Here’s Why 2026 is Huge for ETH USD
99Bitcoins - Why Ethereum Could Outperform Bitcoin in 2026 The post Ethereum Is Catching Up to Bitcoin: Here’s Why 2026 is Huge for ETH USD appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Wall Street Quant Firms Target Prediction Markets for Arbitrage Gains
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Leading high-frequency trading companies and quantitative hedge funds, including DRW, Susquehanna International Group, and Jump Trading, are establishing dedicated teams… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
South Korean 3-Year Government Bond Yield Reaches New High
Binance News - According to Odaily, the yield on South Korea's three-year government bonds has increased by 10.7 basis points, reaching 3.108%. This marks the highest level since August 2024.
ATH for Ethereum Staking: Nearly 30% of ETH Is Now Locked
99Bitcoins - Ethereum Staking Hits Record as 30% of ETH Gets Locked The post ATH for Ethereum Staking: Nearly 30% of ETH Is Now Locked appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Bitcoin Sentiment Shifts Despite Price Rebound
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, on January 15, market analysis firm Santiment shared on social media that despite a rebound in Bitcoin prices this week, social media sentiment has shown an intriguing shift. The volume of bearish sentiment has been increasing. As market trends often move contrary to retail sentiment, the intense fear observed over the past ten days could potentially drive Bitcoin back to the $100,000 mark.
Manhattan DA Urges Lawmakers to Strengthen Crypto Enforcement Tools
Decrypt - Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg is demanding criminal penalties for crypto scams, including one that have drained elderly New Yorkers' life savings.
Whale Address Adjusts BTC and ETH Positions Amid Market Fluctuations
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, on January 15, monitoring by HyperInsight revealed that a whale address, labeled as 'Lightning Counterattack,' executed a leveling operation on its BTC long position. The address increased its holdings by 65.72 BTC, valued at approximately $6.4752 million. Following this adjustment, the average price of its BTC long position slightly decreased from $96,981.90 to $96,917.50, with the total position valued at around $59.99 million. Currently, this position is experiencing an unrealized loss of approximately $411,700. In addition, the address initiated a new long position in ETH, purchasing 329.26 ETH at an average price of approximately $3,303.32. The total value of this ETH ...
Wall Street Enters Prediction Markets With $200K Trader Salaries as Institutional Arbitrage Takes Over
Binance News - Prediction markets — once dominated by political hobbyists, retail speculators and opportunistic arbitrageurs — are rapidly professionalizing as Wall Street trading giants move in with capital, talent, and structural advantages.According to a recent report by the Financial Times, major trading firms including DRW, Susquehanna, and crypto hedge fund Tyr Capital are actively building dedicated prediction market trading teams.$200,000 Salaries Signal Institutional CommitmentDRW posted a job listing last week offering base salaries of up to $200,000 for traders tasked with real-time monitoring and trading of active contracts on platforms such as Polymarket and Kalshi.Susquehanna, one of the world’s largest options trading firms, is recruiting traders to:Identify ...
Arthur Hayes Predicts Bitcoin Surge Amid U.S. Dollar Liquidity Expansion by 2026
Binance News - According to Odaily, Arthur Hayes has forecasted in his latest article that the expansion of the Federal Reserve's balance sheet, increased bank lending, and a decrease in mortgage rates by 2026 will lead to further growth in U.S. dollar liquidity. Consequently, Hayes anticipates that Bitcoin will experience a significant rise.
Alchemy Pay Secures Money Transmission License in South Dakota
Binance News - According to PANews, Alchemy Pay, a payment gateway for fiat and cryptocurrency transactions, has received a Money Transmission License (MTL) from the state of South Dakota. This marks the thirteenth state in the United States where Alchemy Pay has obtained such a license.
Strive CEO Matt Cole acquires 1 million ASST shares in past 30 days
CryptoBriefing - Matt Cole's share acquisition reflects strong leadership confidence, potentially stabilizing investor sentiment amid strategic corporate shifts. The post Strive CEO Matt Cole acquires 1 million ASST shares in past 30 days appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Base APP to Prioritize Trading in Strategic Shift
Binance News - According to PANews, Base APP is set to undergo a strategic shift, focusing primarily on trading to enhance demand and distribution of various assets. Jesse Pollak, co-founder of Base, shared an announcement highlighting three key user feedback points: the app previously emphasized social features excessively, resembling traditional Web2, and lacked support for diverse asset trading; there is a strong market demand for high-quality asset trading; and the information flow should comprehensively display on-chain dynamics, including applications, stocks, prediction markets, and social tokens. In response, Base APP will implement specific adjustments: prioritizing the development of trading functions to drive capital towards rapidly growing asset categories; introducing ...
ETHGas Completes Discord Community Interaction Snapshot
Binance News - According to Foresight News, ETHGas has announced the completion of its Discord community interaction snapshot. Due to high demand for Gas ID production on the platform, users are required to queue and may need to retry if issues persist. Refreshing the page will not reset or affect the queue position. Previously, ETHGas stated that a snapshot would be taken on January 19 at 8:00 UTC+8 to determine user eligibility for the 'Genesis Harvest' event. Eligibility will be assessed based on proof of pain, which considers historical Gas fee consumption through Gas ID, social contribution value, and community engagement.
AGGX Secures $2 Million in Strategic Funding for GPU and AI Infrastructure
Binance News - According to Odaily, AGGX, a project focused on next-generation GPU and AI computing infrastructure, has announced the successful acquisition of $2 million in its ongoing strategic funding round. The investment was led by Ternary LEC Fund, EF Investment & Partners, Spacebar Venture, along with two other strategic investors. The core team of AGGX comprises AI PhDs and university professors from the United States. They have developed an innovative GPU sharding solution that virtualizes a single GPU into over 30 on-chain nodes. This technology aims to provide scalable, low-latency computing services for GPU-intensive workloads in ...
Binance to Introduce U as Borrowable Asset on Margin Trading
Binance News - According to the announcement from Binance, the platform will add U as a new borrowable asset on both Cross and Isolated Margin. This update will also include the introduction of U/USDT and U/USDC trading pairs on Cross and Isolated Margin, scheduled for 2026-01-15 at 10:00 (UTC).Binance advises users to exercise caution, as newly listed tokens can exhibit significant volatility. Traders are encouraged to implement stringent risk management strategies when engaging with these assets. For those interested in the specifics, Binance provides a comprehensive list of marginable assets, including details on limits, collateral ratios, and rates, which can be found in the Margin Data section.This development is part of Binance's ongoing efforts to expand its margin trading ...
Bitwise Launches Seven Cryptocurrency ETPs on Nasdaq Stockholm
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, cryptocurrency asset management firm Bitwise announced on January 14, 2026, its listing of seven cryptocurrency exchange-traded products (ETPs) on Nasdaq Stockholm. This move marks Bitwise's official entry into the Nordic market.The products, denominated in Swedish Krona (SEK), include Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and a diversified crypto asset portfolio. They are designed to offer Swedish investors the opportunity to invest in cryptocurrencies through ISK accounts.
TD Cowen Trims Strategy Price Target as Bitcoin Yield Outlook Softens
Decrypt - TD Cowen cut its target but kept a buy rating, citing near-term modeling pressure from Strategy’s aggressive Bitcoin buying.
Morpho Discord Server to Become Read-Only for Enhanced Security
Binance News - According to Foresight News, Morpho team member albist announced on Discord that the Morpho Discord server will switch to read-only mode starting February 1. To provide more secure and reliable support services, all official support and contact channels have been consolidated into the Morpho help page and its chat box. Morpho co-founder Merlin Egalite commented that Discord is rife with scammers. Despite strict monitoring and security measures, users still face phishing attacks when seeking answers. Recently, the team tested Intercom, which has simplified support tasks with features like instant translation, a help center, ...
Ethereum Staking Reaches Record High of 35.9 Million ETH
Binance News - According to PANews, data from validatorqueue indicates that Ethereum staking has reached a historic peak of 35.9 million ETH, accounting for approximately 29.61% of the total ETH supply. Currently, the Ethereum PoS network has 160 ETH in the exit queue, with a waiting time of around four minutes for withdrawal. Meanwhile, 2,479,680 ETH are queued for entry, with an estimated activation delay of about 43 days and 1 hour.
Bitmine Increases Ethereum Staking with Significant Addition
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, OnchainLens has reported that Ethereum treasury company Bitmine has staked an additional 154,304 ETH. Currently, Bitmine's total staked Ethereum amounts to 1,685,088 ETH. In the past two days, Bitmine has staked over 340,000 ETH.
Whale Sells WBTC Amid Market Fluctuations, Incurring Significant Losses
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, on January 15, a major cryptocurrency investor, who previously purchased $263 million worth of WBTC and ETH using a revolving loan, sold 300 WBTC for 29.11 million USDT to repay debts after BTC surpassed $97,000. This sale resulted in a realized loss of $39.15 million due to buying at high prices and selling at lower ones. In August 2025, the investor acquired 1,560 WBTC at $116,762 each, totaling approximately $182 million, and 18,517 ETH at $4,415 each, valued at around $81.75 million. As the market declined, the investor began selling off assets in November. All ETH holdings were sold at $3,049 each, resulting in a $25.29 ...
DFINITY Foundation Unveils New White Paper to Boost Internet Computer Adoption
Binance News - According to PANews, the DFINITY Foundation has released a new white paper titled "Mission 70," authored by its founder Dominic Williams. The document outlines a strategic plan to expand the economic scale of the Internet Computer and enhance its widespread adoption. Key elements of the white paper include proposals aimed at reducing inflation and supporting long-term sustainable economic changes. It emphasizes the importance of increasing the network's practical use to foster ecosystem development. The plan is centered on execution, with specific mechanisms and timelines detailed. Coingecko data indicates that the current price of ICP is $4.66, reflecting a ...
Robinhood CEO Says AI Could Spark a ‘Job Singularity’
Decrypt - Vlad Tenev argues AI will fuel a surge of new jobs, solo companies, and industries, not just cause displacement.
Federal Reserve Beige Book Indicates Modest Economic Growth Across U.S.
Binance News - According to PANews, the Federal Reserve's Beige Book reveals that economic activity in eight out of the twelve Federal Reserve districts experienced slight to moderate growth. Three districts reported no change, while one district noted a moderate decline. This marks an improvement compared to the previous three reporting periods, where most districts reported little change in economic activity.The Beige Book indicates a slightly optimistic outlook for future activities, with most districts anticipating modest to moderate growth in the coming months. Consumer spending saw slight to moderate growth in most banks, largely due to the holiday shopping season. Employment conditions remained largely unchanged, with eight districts reporting no change in hiring ...
Federal Reserve Chair Nominee Must Present Strongest Argument, Says Kashkari
Binance News - According to Odaily, Federal Reserve official Neel Kashkari emphasized that the next Federal Reserve Chair must present their strongest argument, noting that they will only have one vote in decision-making processes.
Coinbase Says ‘No’ to CLARITY Act, Citing Crypto Restrictions
BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Coinbase Says ‘No’ to CLARITY Act, Citing Crypto Restrictions Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said the exchange cannot support the Senate Banking Committee’s latest draft of the CLARITY Act, warning that the bill, as written, would leave the U.S. crypto industry worse off than the current regulatory status quo. In a post on X, Armstrong cited several concerns, including what he described as a de […] This post Coinbase Says ‘No’ to CLARITY Act, Citing Crypto Restrictions first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman. ...
Strategy, BitMine Rise While Bitcoin Miners Surge—As BTC Inches Towards $100K
Decrypt - Bitcoin mining stocks like Bitdeer and CleanSpark jumped Wednesday as BTC climbed above $97,000 for the first time since November.
Russia Moves to Make Crypto ‘Everyday Finance’ as Lawmakers Prepare Retail Access Bill
BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Russia Moves to Make Crypto ‘Everyday Finance’ as Lawmakers Prepare Retail Access Bill Russia is preparing a bill to allow everyday investors limited access to cryptocurrency, normalizing its use while capping retail participation at roughly $3,800. This post Russia Moves to Make Crypto ‘Everyday Finance’ as Lawmakers Prepare Retail Access Bill first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman. ...
China's Z.AI Releases First Major AI Image Generation Model Trained Without American Chips
Decrypt - Z.AI released GLM-Image, trained entirely on Huawei chips, as Beijing moves to block Nvidia H200 imports in a push for AI self-reliance.
Google debuts Gemini’s Personal Intelligence to integrate AI across Gmail, YouTube, and Search
CryptoBriefing - Google launches Personal Intelligence for Gemini, enabling AI to reason across Gmail, Photos, YouTube, and Search for better answers. The post Google debuts Gemini’s Personal Intelligence to integrate AI across Gmail, YouTube, and Search appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Bitnomial launches first-ever Aptos futures in the US
CryptoBriefing - The launch of US-regulated Aptos futures could accelerate institutional adoption of blockchain, paving the way for future crypto ETFs. The post Bitnomial launches first-ever Aptos futures in the US appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Ethereum rallies to $3,400 as ETH staking hits new milestone
CoinJournal - Ethereum price pumped to $3,400 on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026. Gains came as Bitcoin shot to highs above $97,000 and top altcoins ticked up. ETH staking has shown a strong resurgence, hitting an all-time high. The Ethereum (ETH) token traded to its intraday high just above $3,400 amid a broader crypto market rally. Driven by […] The post Ethereum rallies to $3,400 as ETH staking hits new milestone appeared first on CoinJournal.
Myriad Markets adopts World Liberty Fi’s USD1 as exclusive settlement asset
CryptoBriefing - Myriad integrates USD1 as its base settlement asset for BNB Chain prediction markets and plans a full transition in early 2026. The post Myriad Markets adopts World Liberty Fi’s USD1 as exclusive settlement asset appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Tesla to gate Full Self‑Driving behind monthly subscription starting Feb. 14
CryptoBriefing - Tesla will eliminate the one-time Full Self-Driving purchase option on Feb. 14, replacing it with a $99 monthly subscription. The post Tesla to gate Full Self‑Driving behind monthly subscription starting Feb. 14 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Federal Reserve's Bostic Warns of Potential Price Pressure
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, Federal Reserve official Bostic has indicated that there may be increased upward pressure on prices, which requires careful monitoring.
Federal Reserve's Kashkari Optimistic About Economic Growth
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, Federal Reserve official Kashkari expressed optimism regarding the economic outlook, anticipating robust growth. He does not see the need for the Federal Reserve to implement quantitative easing measures.
Federal Reserve's Balance Sheet Expansion Not Quantitative Easing, Says Kashkari
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, Federal Reserve official Neel Kashkari has stated that the current expansion of the Federal Reserve's balance sheet does not constitute a quantitative easing policy.
Federal Reserve Official Kashkari Comments on Economic Conditions
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, Federal Reserve official Neel Kashkari has expressed concerns over the current economic situation, describing it as perplexing. He noted that the job market is showing signs of weakness.
Federal Reserve Official Questions Tightening of Monetary Policy
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, Federal Reserve official Neel Kashkari has expressed some doubts regarding the actual extent of monetary policy tightening.
Aster ‘Human Versus AI’ Live Trading Competition Season One Concludes
DailyHODL - George Town, British Virgin Islands, 14th January 2026, Chainwire The post Aster ‘Human Versus AI’ Live Trading Competition Season One Concludes appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
Ripple Secures Another Key European License as XRP Rises
Decrypt - Crypto payments firm Ripple has revealed its second European license approval in the last week, fueling expansion ahead.
Bitcoin Nears $97K as Broad Crypto Rally Extends for Second Day
TheDefiant - Risk appetite is improving across crypto as spot Bitcoin ETFs see their largest daily inflows in three months and traders weigh macro risks tied to U.S. tariff rulings.
Bitcoin Dominance Holds Firm as Crypto Market Extends Rally
cryptoDNES - The cryptocurrency market pushed higher again as broad-based gains lifted total capitalization back above the $3.2 trillion mark, signaling renewed risk appetite across major digital assets. The post Bitcoin Dominance Holds Firm as Crypto Market Extends Rally appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Bitcoin Rises While Nasdaq Falls
Trustnodes - Bitcoin is following through on yesterday's rise, gaining from circa $95,000 to near $97,000 as of writing, with it up 4.5%.
Mantra Cuts Staff Less Than a Year After OM Crashed 90%
TheDefiant - Mantra’s native token lost most of its value last April after what the project’s founder described as “reckless forced liquidations” by CEXs.
Grayscale Adds 36 Digital Assets to Q1 2026 Investment Consideration List
CoinPaprika - Grayscale updated its quarterly consideration list on January 12, 2026, adding 36 digital assets across five sectors. The asset manager expanded from 32 assets in Q4 2025 and filed Delaware trusts for BNB and Hyperliquid ETFs.
CZ AMA: Beginners to Crypto Trading Should Start Small
Binance News - In an AMA livestream on Binance Square, Binance founder and former CEO, CZ, stated that beginners and those new to crypto trading should start with small amounts of capital, and he advised beginners against starting immediately with futures and options. He also added that beginners should gradually build their investments.
Fed's Kashkari Comments on Trump's Actions Regarding Monetary Policy
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, Federal Reserve's Kashkari has expressed that U.S. President Donald Trump's actions concerning the Federal Reserve are related to monetary policy. Kashkari noted that Fed Chair Powell has explained the situation accurately.
Bitfarms Appoints New Chair Amid U.S. Expansion Strategy
Binance News - According to Foresight News, Bitcoin mining company Bitfarms has announced the appointment of Edie Hofmeister as the new chair of its board, succeeding Brian Howlett, who has served as chair since 2024. Howlett will continue to serve as an independent director. Bitfarms stated that this leadership change is part of the company's strategy to redomicile to the United States, aiming to enhance access to U.S. capital markets, expand its U.S. investor base, and improve eligibility for inclusion in certain stock indices.
Former Chinese Securities Official Allegedly Involved in ICO Scandal
Binance News - According to Foresight News, a report from CCTV reveals that Yao Qian, the former director of the Technology Supervision Department of the China Securities Regulatory Commission and former director of the Information Center, was implicated in an ICO-related scandal in 2018. Yao reportedly intervened on behalf of a businessman named Zhang, who was conducting an ICO that raised 20,000 ETH. As a token of appreciation, Zhang allegedly transferred 2,000 ETH to Yao. Investigators discovered a hardware wallet in Yao's office drawer. Additionally, several bank accounts opened by others were found to be shell accounts linked to ...
CleanSpark Expands Data Center Projects with Texas Land Acquisition
Binance News - According to Foresight News, Bitcoin mining company CleanSpark, listed on Nasdaq, has announced the signing of an agreement to acquire 447 acres of land in Brazoria County, Texas. The company has also reached a long-term agreement with a power company to extend transmission facilities. This initiative aims to support the development of a large-scale data center project to meet a demand of 300 MW, with the potential to expand to 600 MW. The transaction is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2026, pending utility and property-related approvals. This acquisition marks CleanSpark's second strategic development project in the ...
CZ AMA: Prediction Market Sector's Newness and Its Fewer Market Makers
Binance News - In a livestream AMA on Binance Square, Binance founder and former CEO, CZ, commented on prediction markets—he stated that prediction markets have fewer market makers as the sector is still a new one. He expressed that to his knowledge, prediction markets such as Polymarket only have one or two market makers, and the sector in general is still concentrated on sports events.
CZ AMA: Bitcoin Will Definitely Reach $200,000, The Only Question Is When
Binance News - In a AMA livestream on Binance Square, Binance founder and former CEO, CZ, stated it is only a matter of time before Bitcoin reaches $200,000. He stated that although he is not sure when, he is sure that it will happen.
CZ AMA Live: Crypto Trading on Binance Square Versus X
Binance News - In an AMA livestream on Binance Square, Binance founder and former CEO, CZ, stated that the "fundamentals" of social media platforms like X and Binance Square are different. Regarding the issue of whether X will open up cryptocurrency trading, CZ expressed doubts on whether Know-Your-Client (KYC) will be conducted, and he expressed that most Binance Square users have gone through KYC.
Binance Unveils New Yield Arena Offers and Dual Investment Rewards
Binance News - According to the announcement from Binance, the platform has introduced new offers in its Yield Arena, providing users with opportunities to earn rewards through various products. The latest offerings include Simple Earn, ETH Staking, SOL Staking, and Dual Investment, among others. From January 9, 2026, to January 15, 2026, eligible users holding at least 0.01 USDe for 24 hours can enjoy a 5% APR reward. Additionally, users participating in the Dual Investment program from January 9, 2026, to January 31, 2026, can earn up to $5,888 in rewards through the Monthly Leaderboard program. Flexible products such as USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, and DOLO offer real-time APRs ...
Pundi AI Collaborates with OptimAI Network to Advance AI Systems
Binance News - According to Odaily, Pundi AI has announced a partnership with OptimAI Network, the first Layer-2 enhanced data network, to advance the development of autonomous AI systems known as Agentic AI. This collaboration integrates Pundi AI's decentralized verifiable data infrastructure on the BNB Chain with OptimAI's community-enhanced intelligence, aiming to accelerate the deployment of user-owned, privacy-first AI agents globally. Since its launch in March 2025, OptimAI Network has expanded to 870,000 installation nodes and 530,000 users, establishing itself as a leader in decentralized AI within the Web3 space. Through this partnership, Pundi AI will provide OptimAI with support for ...
Russia opens the digital asset market to non-professional investors
Atlas21 - Moscow is preparing new legislation that would allow retail investors to access the digital asset market with limits of up to $3,800. The post Russia opens the digital asset market to non-professional investors appeared first on Atlas21.
Silver Tests ATH Zone While Gold Holds Bullish Structure
cryptoDNES - Gold and silver are consolidating near recent highs after an aggressive multi-day rally, with price action suggesting digestion of gains rather than a shift in trend. The post Silver Tests ATH Zone While Gold Holds Bullish Structure appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Italy's CONSOB Warns Crypto Influencers of EU Investment Rules After ESMA Factsheet Release
CoinPaprika - Italy's financial regulator CONSOB disseminated a European Securities and Markets Authority factsheet on January 12, 2026, reminding crypto influencers that EU investment regulations apply to their promotional content. Violations can result in fines up to five million euros for individuals.
BitMine Now Controls 4% of All Staked Ethereum
cryptoDNES - Ethereum-focused digital asset treasury firm BitMine Immersion Technologies has significantly increased its exposure to staking, reinforcing its position as the largest corporate holder of staked Ethereum. The post BitMine Now Controls 4% of All Staked Ethereum appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Bitdeer challenges MARA for leadership in bitcoin mining
Atlas21 - The Singapore-based company operates a total capacity of 71 EH/s, positioning itself among the leading players in the global mining industry. The post Bitdeer challenges MARA for leadership in bitcoin mining appeared first on Atlas21.
Bitcoin News Today: Corporate Bitcoin Treasuries Buy BTC at 3× the Mining Supply as Demand Accelerates
Binance News - Corporate Bitcoin treasuries are accumulating BTC at a pace that far exceeds new supply, underscoring a growing structural demand dynamic in the market.Over the past six months, corporate digital asset treasuries (DATs) added a net 260,000 Bitcoin, nearly three times the estimated 82,000 BTC mined over the same period, according to data published by Glassnode.Key takeawaysCorporate Bitcoin treasuries grew by ~260,000 BTC in six monthsTreasury accumulation outpaced mining supply by roughly 3-to-1Strategy now controls about 60% of all corporate BTC holdingsETF demand could further tighten supply if inflows persistCorporate Bitcoin holdings expand sharplyGlassnode data shows that Bitcoin held on corporate balance sheets increased from roughly 854,000 BTC to 1.11 million BTC ...
Spot Silver Market Cap Surpasses $5 Trillion, Becomes Second Largest Asset After Gold
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, data from 8MarketCap indicates that the total market capitalization of spot silver has exceeded the $5 trillion mark. This milestone positions silver as the second largest asset globally, following gold, and surpassing tech giant Nvidia.
Polymarket Share Sale Clarified as Personal Action by Shareholders
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, on January 14, it was reported that a brokerage firm is selling Polymarket shares to clients at a valuation of 12 billion. After consulting with Polymarket officials, it was clarified that this is an action taken by individual shareholders and not an official fundraising activity by the company.
Whale Address Increases ETH Holdings with Strategic Moves
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, monitoring by Hyperinsight reveals that a whale address, labeled as 'Lightning Counter,' executed two consecutive roll-over operations on its ETH long positions in a short period. The address increased its holdings by approximately 3,007 ETH, valued at around $10.06 million. Following these operations, the average price of its ETH long positions slightly rose from approximately $3,329.91 to $3,332.55. The total position size expanded to about $53.26 million, with a current floating profit of approximately $136,000. The latest liquidation price is near $3,090.
Bitcoin News: Bitcoin Eyes $100,000 as Spot Buying Accelerates and Shorts Get Liquidated
Binance News - Bitcoin’s rally gained momentum this week as spot market demand intensified, pushing prices above $95,000 and reigniting expectations of a move toward the psychologically important $100,000 level. Analysts say the structure of the move — led by direct spot buying rather than leverage — points to a healthier breakout setup.Key takeawaysBitcoin surged past $95,000 as spot buyers took control of market momentumOver $269 million in Bitcoin short positions were liquidated in 24 hoursAnalysts say a spot-driven rally increases the probability of a $100,000 testRetail FOMO could return if BTC sustains strength near six-figure territorySpot buying drives Bitcoin breakout above $95KBitcoin climbed more than 4.5% over the past 24 hours, trading near $95,200 at the time ...
Paxos Experiences Significant Growth in Asset Valuation Over the Past Year
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, Paxos has seen substantial growth in the past year, with its total asset valuation soaring from $1.2 billion in January 2025 to $6.8 billion currently, marking an increase of over 450%. Data from TokenTerminal indicates that the PayPal stablecoin PYUSD, issued by Paxos, contributed to more than 50% of this growth, rising from approximately $500 million in January 2025 to $3.6 billion now. Additionally, Paxos Gold token PAXG has performed strongly, benefiting from the surge in gold prices in 2025, with its market value increasing from $500 million to $1.8 billion. Over the past year, PAXG has risen by 72%, driven by the minting of new tokens and the rise in prices, which have collectively boosted its total market valuation.
Trader Uses High Leverage for Bitcoin Short Position
Binance News - According to PANews, HyperInsight monitoring reveals that a trader known as 'Baisheng War God' is currently shorting 42.25 BTC with 40x leverage at an average entry price of $94,680.1, resulting in an unrealized loss of $26,000. Previously, this address completed 159 trades, with only four resulting in a total loss of $5,191.12. The remaining 155 trades were closed profitably, accumulating a total account profit of $291,200.
Bitcoin's Decoupling from Global M2 Supply Sparks Debate Among Analysts
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, since mid-2025, Bitcoin has begun to decouple from the growth of the global M2 money supply, which includes cash, demand deposits, and time deposits. This trend became more pronounced at the beginning of 2026. Historically, the correlation between Bitcoin and M2 has been a basis for bullish predictions, but analysts are now deeply divided on this phenomenon.A report from Fidelity Digital Assets in January maintained an optimistic outlook, suggesting that as the global monetary easing cycle begins and the Federal Reserve's quantitative tightening plan ends, the M2 growth rate will continue to rise in 2026, benefiting Bitcoin's price. Analyst MartyParty predicts that Bitcoin's price will rebound to catch up with M2 growth.However, Mister Crypto ...
US Stocks Open Flat as Crypto-Linked Shares Trade Mixed; Tron Gains Nearly 5%
Binance News - U.S. equities opened largely flat on Wednesday, while crypto-related stocks showed mixed performance in early trading, according to data from msx.com.At the open, the three major U.S. stock indices hovered near unchanged, reflecting a cautious tone as investors assessed recent macro signals and sector-specific developments.Crypto-linked stocks show divergent movesWithin the crypto sector, price action was uneven:Tron rose 4.82%, leading gains among crypto-linked namesBitMine added 0.67%Coinbase advanced 1.56%Strategy climbed 2.03%Robinhood slipped 1.15%The mixed performance suggests selective positioning within the crypto equity space, rather than a broad risk-on or risk-off move.
Strive Acquires Bitcoin at Average Price of $91,561
Binance News - According to Odaily, Bitcoin treasury company Strive announced on the X platform that it purchased 123 BTC at an average price of approximately $91,561 between January 1, 2026, and January 12, 2026. As of January 12, 2026, Strive holds a total of about 7,749.8 BTC, with a total portfolio value of approximately $874 million and an average acquisition cost of around $112,810.
Strategy Counterparty Closes Long Positions and Opens Short Positions
Binance News - According to Odaily, data from Hyperbot reveals that the Strategy counterparty closed all its long positions in XRP, ETH, BTC, SOL, and HYPE two hours ago. After securing profits, the counterparty shifted from long to short positions, now engaging in small short positions with 20x leverage in BTC, SOL, and ETH. Currently, the overall weekly profit from these positions is nearly $25 million, with a success rate of approximately 59.32%.
Ethereum's Technical Analysis Suggests Potential Price Targets
Binance News - According to Odaily, Garrett Jin, representative of '1011 Insider Whale,' has released a technical analysis on Ethereum (ETH). The analysis indicates that the C wave decline began on October 10 and faced resistance around November 20, with a failed fifth wave decline on December 18, suggesting a weakening downward momentum. Jin believes that ETH has re-entered the fifth wave of the ascending channel formed since April of last year. Based on this technical structure, he has proposed theoretical price targets of $5,413 and aggressive targets of $7,155.
Russia Prepares Legislation to Normalize Cryptocurrency Use
Binance News - According to Odaily, Anatoly Aksakov, Chairman of the Financial Markets Committee of the Russian State Duma, announced that a bill aimed at removing cryptocurrencies from the 'special financial regulation' framework is ready. This legislation could make cryptocurrency a common aspect of life for Russian residents.In an interview with Russian national television, Aksakov stated that the State Duma will focus on issues related to digital financial assets and cryptocurrencies during the upcoming spring session. The proposed bill intends to stop treating cryptocurrencies as special regulatory objects, thereby normalizing their use.Aksakov also mentioned that the bill allows non-professional investors to participate in the cryptocurrency market, with a ...
U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee Reschedules Crypto Market Structure Bill Hearing
Binance News - According to Odaily, the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee has postponed its hearing on the crypto market structure bill, initially set for January 15. The bill's text will now be released on January 21, with a markup hearing scheduled for January 27. The committee stated that this adjustment aims to ensure transparency in the legislative process and provide members with ample time for review.Committee Chairman John Boozman emphasized that the bill seeks to offer clarity and certainty to the crypto market, supporting U.S. innovation while safeguarding consumers. Meanwhile, the Senate Banking Committee is set to hold a separate markup hearing on its version of the crypto market structure bill this week. The Agriculture Committee's version has yet to release its official text, ...
Bitmine Increases Ethereum Stake with Additional 92,160 ETH
Binance News - According to PANews, Bitmine has further staked 92,160 ETH, valued at $293.27 million. To date, the company has staked a total of 1,436,384 ETH, amounting to a total value of $4.77 billion.
Paxos’ Asset Base Grew 450% in 2025
TheDefiant - Fueled by PYUSD and PAXG, Paxos’ total assets are up more than fivefold over the last 365 days.
Polygon to Become US-Regulated Payments Platform
TheDefiant - The company acquired Coinme and Sequence, adopting their licenses and enabling operations in 48 states.
Trump Criticizes Federal Reserve Chair Powell's Competence and Integrity
Binance News - According to PANews, U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed strong criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, stating that Powell is either incompetent or lacks integrity. Trump remarked that Powell's performance in his role has been unsatisfactory. Meanwhile, U.S. House Speaker Johnson commented that if Powell is innocent, the investigation will reveal the truth. Johnson emphasized the necessity for the Department of Justice to continue its investigation into Powell.
Federal Reserve Official Sees Limited Justification for Further Policy Easing
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, Federal Reserve official Musalem has stated that there is little justification for further easing of policies in the short term.
YZi Labs Invests in Genius
Binance News - Yzi Labs posted an article on X, announcing their investment in Genius, a professional trading terminal designed for on-chain execution. With CZ joining as an advisor, Yzi Labs stated that Genius embodies the core of its investment thesis: backing infrastructure that fuses the speed, liquidity, and privacy of centralized exchanges without compromising on user ownership or decentralization, to accelerate the buildout of a private, high-velocity on-chain trading terminal.
Binance News Flash Recap
Binance News - Macroeconomic Data & Inflation IndicatorsU.S. December CPI and Core CPI Rates Remain SteadyPlatform DisruptionsSocial Media Platform 'X' Experiences Widespread Outage in the U.S.Commodities Market MovementsGold and Silver Prices Rise Amid Market FluctuationsInstitutional Flows BlackRock Transfers Significant Bitcoin and Ethereum to CEXCommunity AnalysisMonetary Policy & Institutional IndependenceFederal Reserve Independence Threatened by Powell Investigation Regulatory Outlook & Market SentimentBitwise CIO Warns CLARITY Act Failure Could Extend Market Chill
Trump Media Technology Group Shares Rise After Launching New Investment Strategies
Binance News - According to Odaily, shares of Trump Media Technology Group (DJT.O) increased by 1.7% in pre-market trading. This rise follows the company's introduction of four new investment strategies centered around the 'America First' theme.
Jump Crypto Transfers Significant Bitcoin Amount to Anonymous Address
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, data from Arkham indicates that at 21:51, Jump Crypto transferred 217.83 BTC to an anonymous address starting with 12YGEmHZ.
Franklin Templeton Preps Money Market Funds for DeFi
TheDefiant - The asset manager has updated two Western Asset money market funds to support stablecoin reserves and blockchain-based distribution.
Gold and Silver Prices Rise Amid Market Fluctuations
Binance News - According to PANews, spot gold prices have reached $4,620 per ounce, marking a 0.51% increase for the day. Meanwhile, spot silver has experienced a significant rise of over 3.00%, currently trading at $87.71 per ounce.
Strategist Highlights Impact of December CPI Data on Federal Reserve Expectations
Binance News - According to Odaily, foreign exchange strategist Audrey Freeman has noted that the moderate Consumer Price Index (CPI) data for December has provided a welcome relief amid growing skepticism about the Federal Reserve's anticipated interest rate cuts. Freeman suggests that it may be premature to abandon expectations of the Federal Reserve adopting a dovish stance this year. Furthermore, she indicates that it might still be too early to dismiss the bearish outlook on the U.S. dollar driven by potential Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2026.
Crypto Market Structure Bill Heads to Key Senate Votes This Week
TheDefiant - Two Senate committees are set to mark up competing crypto bills that would clarify SEC and CFTC oversight.
Crypto Markets Stagnate as Gold and Silver Rally to New Highs
TheDefiant - U.S. Fed Chair Powell called out political pressure and threats from the Trump administration in a statement Sunday, weighing on global risk sentiment.
South Korea confirms spot Bitcoin ETF plans in 2026 Economic Growth Strategy
CoinPaprika - South Korea included spot Bitcoin ETFs in its 2026 Economic Growth Strategy. Regulators will start formal work this year to enable domestic trading of crypto-backed exchange-traded funds.
South Korea prepares the ground for spot Bitcoin ETFs in 2026
Atlas21 - South Korea is preparing to approve spot Bitcoin ETFs in a policy shift that combines regulated access with new rules on stablecoins. The post South Korea prepares the ground for spot Bitcoin ETFs in 2026 appeared first on Atlas21.
X algorithm suppresses crypto posts as bot activity surges 1,224 percent in one day
CoinPaprika - X platform experienced a 1,224 percent spike in crypto-related bot posts on January 9, prompting algorithmic suppression of cryptocurrency content. CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju reported bots generated 7.75 million crypto posts in one day.
UK crypto firms must apply for FCA licenses by September 2026 before new regime starts October 2027
CoinPaprika - The UK Financial Conduct Authority expects to open its crypto licensing gateway in September 2026. The new regulatory regime requiring FSMA authorization for crypto asset service providers goes live October 25, 2027.
Digital ruble: Russia accelerates large-scale rollout
Atlas21 - The digital ruble is entering the operational phase, with integration into federal institutions and major banks ahead of a full launch scheduled for September 2026. The post Digital ruble: Russia accelerates large-scale rollout appeared first on Atlas21.
EU DAC8 Law Takes Effect, Requires Crypto Platforms to Report User Data to Tax Authorities
CoinPaprika - The European Union's DAC8 law took effect January 1, 2026, requiring custodial crypto platforms to report user identities, tax IDs, and transaction histories to national tax authorities. Non-custodial wallets remain exempt from the reporting requirements under the new directive.
Optimism Foundation Proposes Using 50% of Revenue for Buybacks
TheDefiant - The vote will begin on Jan 22, and OP buybacks will begin in February if the measure passes.
Ripple Rules Out IPO Plans Despite Million Raise at Billion Valuation
CoinPaprika - Ripple confirmed it has no plans to pursue an initial public offering. President Monica Long said the company's billion valuation and November funding round provide sufficient capital for continued expansion.
Crypto Derivatives Market Reset After Oct. 10 Crash: BitMEX
TheDefiant - The Oct. 10–11 crash exposed weaknesses in exchange risk systems.
Polymarket Begins Rolling Out Fees in US App and Crypto Markets
TheDefiant - Polymarket has also become the exclusive prediction market partner of the Wall Street Journal and Dow Jones.
Ethereum Upgrades For More L2 Capacity
Trustnodes - The ethereum network has just implemented a json fork to further increase second layer capacity by moving the max limit on blobs to 21 from 15.
Binance Futures launches XAGUSDT silver perpetual contract with up to 50x leverage on January 7, 2026 at 10:00 UTC.
CoinPaprika - Binance Futures will list a USDS-margined XAGUSDT perpetual contract on January 7, 2026 at 10:00 UTC, offering up to 50x leverage on silver. The contract will be margined and settled in USDT, trade 24/7 with funding every four hours, and support Multi-Assets Mode for eligible users.
Crypto Markets Trade Mixed as Bitcoin Pulls Back
TheDefiant - BTC hovers around $92,000 as ETH extends weekly gains.
Kraken’s Ink Layer 2 Surpasses $500 Million in TVL
TheDefiant - Liquidity has surged since October, but daily active users have fallen by more than half from their peak.
How Digital Asset Treasuries Went Mainstream in 2025
TheDefiant - Expanding from Bitcoin to Ethereum, Solana, and other altcoins, public companies embraced crypto as a core treasury tool — and exposed new risks along the way.
Crypto starts 2026 STRONG! Venezuela Impacts on the market! Lighter TGE reactions!
Decrypt - The global crypto market cap pushed another 2% to $3.22T as majors continue to grind up; BTC +1% at $93,780; ETH +2% at $3,240, SOL +3% at $139; XRP led up 12% to $2.37 RENDER (+18%), SUI (+18%) and LIT (+15%) led top movers. Bank of America formally launched its crypto recommendations for wealth clients with up to 4% portfolio allocation. Morgan Stanley filed for a Solana Trust with the SEC. Goldman Sachs upgraded Coinbase to a ‘Buy’ rating today while simultaneously downgrading eToro. Japan’s finance minister endorsed deeper crypto integration, including lower taxes and exchange-level reforms. Vitalik Buterin claimed Ethereum has effectively solved the “Blockchain Trilemma” by ...
US ETFs Buy $700 Million Bitcoin
Trustnodes - Bitcoin ETFs saw one of their highest inflow on Monday with BlackRock buying $370 million worth of bitcoin while Fidelity added $190 million.
Polymarket and Parcl Launch Real Estate Prediction Markets
TheDefiant - The leading decentralized prediction market is working with Parcl, an onchain real estate market, to enable users to bet on US home prices.
Ripple Exec Endorses Franklin Templeton XRP Strategy - Institutional Adoption
CoinPaprika - Ripple Managing Director Reece Merrick has publicly endorsed Franklin Templeton's decision to label XRP a foundational asset. The $1.6 trillion asset manager recently integrated the XRP Ledger for its tokenized money market funds.
China will pay interest on digital yuan wallets from January 2026
CoinPaprika - China's central bank will require commercial banks to pay interest on digital yuan wallet balances from January 1, 2026. The new framework turns e-CNY from cash-like money into deposit-style digital currency integrated with banks' balance sheets.
Zcash Emerges as Top-Performing Large-Cap Crypto of the Year
TheDefiant - The privacy-focused token has far outperformed Bitcoin and Ethereum as interest in confidential on-chain transactions surged.
California Billionaire Tax 2026: Crypto Leaders Warn Exodus
CoinPaprika - California billionaire tax 2026 ballot initiative proposes 5% levy on net worth over $1 billion including unrealized gains. Crypto executives Jesse Powell and Hunter Horsley warn the plan could trigger industry exodus.
Crypto Markets Trade Mostly Flat as Year-End Activity Remains Light
TheDefiant - Trading volumes stayed subdued while BTC, ETH and other large-caps rose slightly.
The White Whale up 10x in a week! Lighter TGE! Saylor buys $109M BTC!
Decrypt - Btc: 87k (-1%) | btc.D: 59.0% (0%). Eth: 2953 (-3%) | bnb: 853 (-1%) | sol: 124 (-3%). The White Whale goes almost 15x in a week, from $5m to $71m mcap. Lighter TGE rumours stirring. YouTuber Nick Shirley reveals mass fraud in Minnesota daycare system. Gold & Silver prices see huge dump
Japan Cuts Crypto Tax to 20% in 2026 Tax Reform Blueprint
CoinPaprika - Japan plans to cut crypto tax rates from 55% to a flat 20% in 2026. The ruling coalition released a tax reform blueprint on December 19.
Kalshi’s Weekly Volume Hits $2.3B, Nearly Double Polymarket’s
TheDefiant - The prediction market’s volumes accelerated over the past seven days to overtake its main rival.
Lighter Publishes Operations Code Ahead of TGE
TheDefiant - The leading perp DEX by trading volume is gearing up for its highly anticipated token airdrop.
RWAs Became Wall Street’s Gateway to Crypto in 2025
TheDefiant - In just a year, tokenized real-world assets have gone from an idea to billions in on-chain liquidity, shaking up traditional finance.
Prediction Markets Expand from DeFi Niche to Global News Sources
TheDefiant - Polymarket has been thrust into the mainstream limelight in 2025, making it one of the year’s breakout products.
Ethereum Fees Fall to Sub Pennies
Trustnodes - Ethereum transactions are at their all time high of 1.8 million a day, the current average blocksize is lower at 140kb than two years ago at 180kb, yet networks fees are now at 2016 levels.
BlackRock Names Bitcoin ETF One of Three Top Investment Themes for 2025
CoinPaprika - BlackRock named its iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF one of three major investment themes for 2025. The fund attracted $25 billion in net inflows this year despite negative returns.
Polymarket Volumes Surge on Layer 2 Speculation
TheDefiant - The leading decentralized prediction market clocked its busiest weekend since the 2024 US presidential election.
Crypto Markets Rally Ahead of Holidays
TheDefiant - Bitcoin and Ethereum rise over 2% while SKY and NEAR lead the altcoin market.
Magma Devs Launches RPC Smart Router on Google Cloud
TheDefiant - The new tool distributes requests across multiple providers to reduce outages and delays on public blockchains.
Coinbase CEO Debates Base App’s Strategic Focus
TheDefiant - Brian Armstrong responds to community feedback about the Base App, which now blends finance and social features.
Metaplanet Raises $150 Million via Preferred Shares for Bitcoin Treasury
CoinPaprika - Metaplanet approved capital reforms to raise $150 million via preferred shares for Bitcoin purchases. The company holds 30,823 BTC and Capital Group increased its stake to 11.39%.
Charles Hoskinson on Hash vs Lattice-Based Cryptography
Decrypt - Cardano co-founder Charles Hoskinson talks hash vs lattice-based cryptography, and how November's “poisoned transaction” hack could have destroyed Cardano if they were BFT-based “Ethereum is embracing STARKs and hash-based crypto. [Cardano is] embracing lattice-based crypto on our side. You know, it’s Blu-ray vs HD DVD, we’ll see which one the market picks.”
Metaplanet Launches Sponsored ADRs on US OTC Market Under Ticker MPJPY
CoinPaprika - Metaplanet launches sponsored ADRs under ticker MPJPY to expand access for U.S. investors seeking Bitcoin treasury exposure. The move upgrades the previous unsponsored MTPLF structure with Deutsche Bank acting as the depositary to improve liquidity.
Coinbase Sues Three States Over Prediction Market Restrictions
TheDefiant - The lawsuits were filed just before the Senate confirmed Trump’s pick to lead what would be prediction markets' federal regulator, the CFTC.
Wall Street giant ICE targets MoonPay in $5 billion crypto push
CoinPaprika - NYSE owner Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) is reportedly negotiating a stake in crypto payments firm MoonPay at a $5 billion valuation. The investment would mark another major step into digital assets for the Wall Street giant after backing Bakkt and Polymarket.
Senate confirms Michael Selig and Travis Hill to lead CFTC and FDIC
CoinPaprika - CFTC chairman Michael Selig and FDIC chairman Travis Hill won Senate confirmation December 18, 2025, installing crypto-friendly leadership at two key U.S. financial regulators. The 53-43 vote positions both agencies to reshape digital asset oversight.
Charles Hoskinson Critiques US Government on Crypto Objectivity
Decrypt - Cardano’s Charles Hoskinson says the U.S. government needs much more rigorous testing when it comes to deciding which cryptocurrencies are considered valuable and which are not. “Why is XRP in the system but not Sui? Why is Solana in the system but not BNB? Can we objectively answer that against some metric?”
Coinbase & Robinhood Big Announcements! BTC falls then bounces!
Decrypt - Crypto majors were mixed; btc+0.3% at $87,400; eth -2% at $2,870; bnb -2% at $838, sol -3% at $124. Beat (+26%), pippin (+9%) and cc (+4%) led top movers. Coinbase announced several new products last night, including prediction markets, stock trading, equity perps, ai advisors, borrowing, full dex integration and more. Senators proposed the safe crypto act, creating a federal task force to coordinate agencies on crypto scam enforcement and investor protection. The dtcc said it will issue tokenized securities on canton network, starting with tokenized u.S. Treasuries. Ex-alameda ceo caroline ellison left federal prison after 11 months, moving to another government facility or home confinement to serve the rest of her 2-year sentence. The acting cftc chair ...
Digital Wealth Partners Launches Algorithmic XRP Trading for Retirement Accounts
CoinPaprika - Digital Wealth Partners launched an algorithmic trading strategy for XRP within retirement accounts. The strategy uses automated execution powered by Arch Public with custody at Anchorage Digital.
Bitcoin Rises on Red QQQ
Trustnodes - Bitcoin is up today, regaining $90,000 after a drop to $86,000 on Tuesday despite stocks being slightly down with QQQ at -0.3%.
Pet Wellness Company Comes to Bitcoin and Ethereum DATs
Trustnodes - A pet wellness penny stock, SRXH, has entered into an agreement to buy out EMJX, making it go public as a digital assets treasury (DAT) company.
HashKey Crypt Exchange Debuts at $2.4 Billion
Trustnodes - HashKey has become the first crypto entity to publicly trade in Asia with its stock price opening just above HK$7 to close at HK$6.67.
RedotPay, Crypto to TradFi App Raises $107 million
Trustnodes - RedotPay, an app that lets you send cryptos like USDc to bank accounts, has raised $107 million in a Series B round.
ETFs Sold $500 Million Bitcoin and ETH
Trustnodes - The US bitcoin ETFs saw their biggest outflows in nearly a month on Monday (since November 20) with $357 million worth of bitcoin sold.
Senate Delays CLARITY Act Crypto Bill to 2026 Market Structure
CoinPaprika - US Senate delays CLARITY Act crypto market structure bill until early 2026.
Bitcoin and Stocks Fall to Open the Week
Trustnodes - Bitcoin has fallen below $88k as of writing with QQQ also turning slightly red after futures suggested green in a packed week with both...
Bitcoin's Hashrate Dives as 400,000 Miners Taken Out in Xinjiang
Trustnodes - Bitcoin's hashrate has fallen by more than 10% from 1.08 zetahash a second to 887 exahashes as authorities in China have cracked down on miners in Xinjiang...
BitMine Buys $300 Million ETH
Trustnodes - BitMine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) has bought more than 100,000 eth, worth over $300 million, last week according to a statement.
MicroStrategy Buys Another $1 Billion Bitcoin
Trustnodes - MicroStrategy bought 10,645 BTC last week for around $980 million at an average price of $92,098 per bitcoin, slightly higher than the current price of $89.5k.
Phantom wallet integrates Kalshi prediction markets, letting 20 million users trade regulated event contracts directly inside the app
CoinPaprika - Phantom wallet adds Kalshi prediction markets, enabling in-app event trading with Solana and CASH tokens on CFTC-regulated contracts for politics, crypto, and sports.
BPCE Launches Crypto Trading for 2 Million French Customers
CoinPaprika - French bank BPCE began offering Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and USDC trading to two million customers via mobile apps December 8, 2025.
Strive Asset Management Launches $500 Million Stock Sale to Buy More Bitcoin
CoinPaprika - Strive Asset Management announced a $500 million preferred stock offering to acquire more Bitcoin and related products.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Says US Entering Crypto Golden Age
CoinPaprika - Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong declared the U.S. has entered a "golden age for freedom" following the SEC's dismissal of its lawsuit against the exchange.
Strategy acquires 10,624 bitcoin for $963 million as total holdings hit 660,624 BTC
CoinPaprika - Strategy bought 10,624 bitcoin for about $963 million last week, funded by stock sales, taking its corporate holdings to 660,624 BTC.
Robinhood Acquires Two Indonesian Firms to Enter Southeast Asia Market
CoinPaprika - Robinhood Markets entered agreements to acquire two Indonesian firms, marking its entry into Southeast Asia's largest crypto market.
Franklin Templeton XRP ETF Hits 63M Holdings in Week
CoinPaprika - Franklin Templeton XRP ETF holdings reached 63 million tokens in one week, valued at $127.8 million on NYSE Arca.
Italy orders non-compliant VASPs to exit by December 30, 2025
CoinPaprika - Italy requires crypto exchanges to secure MiCA authorization by December 30, 2025 or cease operations.
Twenty One Capital to List on NYSE December 9 Under Ticker XXI
CoinPaprika - Twenty One Capital, the Bitcoin company led by Jack Mallers, will begin trading on the NYSE under ticker XXI on December 9.
BitMine buys 96,798 ETH worth $265 million in one week
CoinPaprika - BitMine Immersion purchased 96,798 ETH worth approximately $265 million, bringing total Ethereum holdings to 3.73 million tokens.
UK Crypto Law: Digital Assets Now Legally Property After Royal Assent
CoinPaprika - UK crypto law receives royal assent, making digital assets legally recognised as personal property for the first time.
Poland Vetoes MiCA Crypto Bill Over Freedom Threats 2025
CoinPaprika - President Karol Nawrocki vetoed Poland's Crypto-Asset Market Act on December 1. The presidential office claims the bill grants government power to block crypto websites "with one click" and imposes excessive licensing fees.
Vanguard Opens Platform to Crypto ETFs
CoinPaprika - Vanguard Group permits crypto ETF trading on its platform. The policy starts December 2, 2025. It includes Bitcoin and Ether funds for 50 million clients.
Kraken Launches Market Participation Program
CoinPaprika - Kraken introduces equity-linked incentives for high-volume institutional traders to boost liquidity.
Ripple Secures MAS Approval for MPI License Expansion in Singapore
CoinPaprika - Ripple received MAS approval to expand its Major Payment Institution license in Singapore on December 1, 2025.
House Report Alleges Trump Crypto Empire Enables Foreign Influence
CoinPaprika - House Judiciary Committee released a report on November 24, 2025, accusing President Trump of using his office to build a $11.6 billion crypto empire through self-dealing.
South Korea Expands Crypto Travel Rule to All Transactions
CoinPaprika - South Korea expands travel rule to sub-1M won crypto trades, adding bans on high-risk exchanges.
Australia Unveils 2025 Digital Asset Laws for Investor Protection
CoinPaprika - The Australian government introduced a bill to regulate digital asset platforms and custody services under new financial licensing rules.
Dutch Firm Blockrise Gets MiCA License for Bitcoin-Backed Corporate Loans
CoinPaprika - Netherlands-based Blockrise secures MiCA license, enabling regulated Bitcoin custody and corporate loans across Europe.
Robinhood and Susquehanna to Launch Futures Exchange in 2026
CoinPaprika - Robinhood and Susquehanna formed a joint venture to launch a CFTC-licensed futures and derivatives exchange in 2026.
Texas Invests $5M in Bitcoin: First State ETF Purchase
CoinPaprika - Texas becomes the first U.S. state to buy $5M in Bitcoin ETF, with $10M total allocated.
Kraken Krak App Upgrade: Debit Card, Salary Deposits, 10% APY
CoinPaprika - Kraken rolled out a major upgrade to its Krak app, adding a debit card, salary deposits, and high-yield savings.
Metaplanet Secures $130M Bitcoin Loan for Holdings Expansion
CoinPaprika - Metaplanet drew $130 million from its Bitcoin-backed facility to buy more BTC.
Monad EVM-Compatible Mainnet Goes Live November 2025
CoinPaprika - Monad s high-throughput EVM mainnet launches with 10,000 TPS and MON token distribution.
Bitcoiners vs. JP Morgan: Boycott Erupts Over Index Exclusion Threat
CoinPaprika - Bitcoin community targets JP Morgan boycott amid MSCI crypto treasury exclusion risks.
New Zealand Digital Currency Education in Schools from 2026
CoinPaprika - New Zealand integrates digital currency into financial literacy program for schools in 2026.
Bit Digital Q3 2025 Earnings: 33% Revenue Rise, ETH Holdings Hit $590M
CoinPaprika - Bit Digital reported $30.5 million in Q3 2025 revenue, up 33% from last year, driven by Ethereum staking and cloud services.
A new kids’ show will come with a crypto wallet when it debuts this fall
TechCrunch - A new animated kids’ series expected to premiere this year won’t be headed for a TV network. Or a streaming service. Instead, the founders of production studio We Ghosted Media plan to launch on a decentralized web platform that uses blockchain technology. And yes, a crypto wallet will be involved. We Ghosted Media — founded by […]
Researchers accuse North Korea of $1.4 billion Bybit crypto heist
TechCrunch - North Korea is behind the massive crypto hack, according to several blockchain monitoring firms and a well-known researcher
Sam Altman’s Worldcoin becomes World and shows new iris-scanning Orb to prove your humanity
TechCrunch - Worldcoin, the Sam Altman co-founded “proof of personhood” crypto project that scans people’s eyeballs, announced on Thursday that it dropped the “coin” from its name and is now just “World.” The startup behind the World project, Tools for Humanity, also unveiled its next generation of iris-scanning “Orbs” and other tools at a live event in […]
Aptos CEO Mo Shaikh shares his journey to web3 and market opportunities in Asia and Middle East
TechCrunch - TechCrunch sat down with Shaikh this week at the Korea Blockchain Week 2024 conference in Seoul to talk about Aptos' expansion; its partnerships with major Asian web2 companies; and how Aptos uses blockchain to make financial transactions seamless and cost-effective.
South Korean tech giant Naver launches crypto wallet in partnership with Chiliz
TechCrunch - Many tech companies are expanding their reach into the web3 market, integrating blockchain and web3 technologies into their products and services. In the latest development, South Korean internet giant Naver is launching its first digital asset wallet, Naver Pay Wallet, for the Korean market. It is partnering with Chiliz, a blockchain provider for sports and […]
Global crypto firms turn to Hong Kong for refuge — and opportunity
TechCrunch - With U.S. regulators continuing to ramp up their scrutiny of crypto, startups and founders in the space are looking overseas to find friendlier climates to support their growth. One such destination is Hong Kong, which, seeking to restore its status as a financial hub, is banking on favorable crypto regulations to draw a fresh raft […]
Vana plans to let users rent out their Reddit data to train AI
TechCrunch - In the generative AI boom, data is the new oil. So why shouldn’t you be able to sell your own? From Big Tech firms to startups, AI makers are licensing e-books, images, videos, audio and more from data brokers, all in the pursuit of training up more capable (and more legally defensible) AI-powered products. Shutterstock […]