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Polymarket Bets Say Bitcoin Has 72% Odds of Breaking $65K
Polymarket traders are currently pricing a 72% chance that Bitcoin trades below $65,000 in 2026 after a sharp sell-off over the weekend. Bitcoin briefly dipped below $75,000 before rebounding, adding tension after months of uneven price movement. This comes while cash conditions in the U.S. continue to tighten, and crypto tends to feel that pressure early when liquidity thins.
Solana validator count slips again as network votes drop 40%
Solana’s validator count has stayed below 800, and the network is now recording far fewer validator votes each day. As this trend settled in, SOL grew by about 4%, adding to concerns about how the network holds up under pressure. All of this is happening during Solana’s memecoin-heavy phase, when traffic stays high and pushes the chain hard. For anyone holding SOL or trading tokens built on Solana, this connects directly to how the network stays secure.
Trump Promised a Crypto Capital, His Businesses Are Cashing In
President Donald Trump said he wants the United States to become the world’s crypto capital. At the same time, businesses tied to him and his family are moving quickly to build and benefit from that environment. Crypto prices barely reacted, yet stablecoins and US-based platforms started getting more attention as the tone around regulation softened. Rules decide where crypto companies operate and how secure users feel, which is why this change is drawing focus even without a price spike.
Ethereum’s $100M ‘Ghost Fund’ Returns... To Defend the Network
Ethereum quietly reactivated more than $100 million in unclaimed ETH tied to the 2016 DAO hack, almost ten years after that crisis once put the network at risk. ETH stayed close to recent levels as the news circulated, with no sudden price jump, suggesting this was about upkeep rather than excitement. The timing lines up with Ethereum spending more energy on stability and safety as more value moves on-chain. This is old history resurfacing with a practical goal.
Ethereum Starts Planning for a Post-Quantum Future
Ethereum just took its first clear step toward preparing the network for a future where quantum computers become real threats. The Ethereum Foundation set up a dedicated post-quantum security team, which moves this topic out of research papers and into actual planning. ETH price barely reacted, which suggests the focus here sits firmly on long-term safety rather than short-term trading moves. This decision arrives as AI and advanced computing continue to speed up faster than many expected.
Coinbase Stock Slips Again as New Futures Fail to Impress Original
Coinbase shares slipped again on Tuesday, even as the exchange launched new copper and platinum futures. The stock touched $208 during the day and finished close to $210, which leaves it down about 46% from last summer’s high near $398. All of this is happening while Coinbase adds new products at a time when investors are stepping away from riskier stocks. Crypto prices themselves look calmer by comparison. Bitcoin has stayed above $88,000, which suggests the market has found some footing.
CCD Jumps 32% as Hyperliquid Leads a Calm Bitcoin Market
Crypto markets leaned higher on January 28 as Concordium (CCD) jumped 31.78% in a single day. Bitcoin stayed calm and added 0.71%, trading near $89,000, while Hyperliquid stole the spotlight as the coin of the day. The total crypto market value climbed to $3.02 trillion, suggesting growing confidence without the kind of chaos that usually accompanies big price swings.
Solana Traders Turn Bullish as Long Positions Increase Original
Solana traders are starting to place more “long” bets again, according to data from derivatives markets. At the same time, SOL has been hovering near recent resistance levels as buying interest slowly returns after weeks of hesitation. This is happening while the wider market looks for the next altcoin to take the spotlight as Bitcoin cools off.
SEC and CFTC Set to Work Together on Crypto Oversight
The SEC and the CFTC announced they will work more closely to regulate crypto markets. Bitcoin stayed near its recent range after the news, suggesting traders saw it as a background change rather than something to trade on right away. Source: CFTC It also aligns with a broader US move toward clearer rules rather than sorting things out through court cases. What the SEC and CFTC Actually Announced In simple terms, the two main market regulators in the US agreed to communicate more and plan together.
Chainlink Launches 24/5 Price Feeds for Tokenized Stocks Original
Chainlink has launched a new feature that brings 24/5 on-chain pricing for U.S. stocks and exchange-traded funds, giving tokenized asset platforms access to more consistent and real-time data. The new streams are designed to support trading activity during extended market hours, filling a major gap for decentralized apps trying to mirror traditional markets more closely.
Boundless Brings Bitcoin Finality to Zero-Knowledge Proofs
Boundless has introduced a system that lets zero-knowledge proofs generated on Ethereum and Base get verified and finalized on Bitcoin. The idea is simple enough on the surface: let other chains do the work, then use Bitcoin as the place where everything gets locked in. It’s a new twist on how blockchains might interact, with Bitcoin stepping in as the final record keeper.
Bitcoin Pulls in $2.2 Billion as ETF Demand Stays Strong Original
Crypto investment products saw a flood of new money last week, with net inflows reaching $2.2 billion according to CoinShares. Most of it went into Bitcoin, which dominated the charts as new spot ETFs in the U.S. continued to draw attention. It was one of the biggest weeks for inflows on record, even as market sentiment wobbled later in the week. Bitcoin ETFs Took the Spotlight Almost the entire $2.2 billion landed in Bitcoin investment vehicles.
CLARITY Act Sparks Fight Over Stablecoin Yield and Your Dollars
US lawmakers delayed the CLARITY Act again after a public fight broke out over who should control stablecoin rewards, according to industry sources. Crypto prices stayed calm, but behind the scenes, rewards on digital dollars have become the main pressure point for exchanges and banks. The bigger issue is how Washington wants crypto dollars to work in daily life, whether they should behave more like money in a savings account or just another piece of software.
Ripple Agrees to $150M Financing Deal With LMAX Original
Ripple has approved a new $150 million plan tied to a deal with UK-based trading group LMAX. The goal is to help more large financial firms use Ripple’s new dollar stablecoin, RLUSD, for everyday trading and settlement. XRP’s price barely moved after the announcement, which suggests traders saw this as a long-term business move rather than quick trading news.
US Lawmakers Move to Shield Self-Custody Crypto Developers Original
US lawmakers have moved forward with new guidance that protects developers who build non-custodial crypto tools, making it clear that writing open-source code by itself is not a crime. Bitcoin is currently trading around the $96,000 level after the update and stayed steady as regulatory headlines calmed after years of legal uncertainty. The move comes after a long period where strict enforcement around privacy tools and self-custody scared many builders into staying quiet.
XRP Price Holds Firm as Ripple Wins Major UK Regulatory License
Ripple just scored a major regulatory win in the United Kingdom, and the market reacted fast. XRP held around $2.13 even while other crypto prices moved lower, which stood out during a rough trading day. It shows that legal clarity is starting to carry real weight in crypto markets. London is one of the world’s main financial centers, so when regulators there approve a crypto company, investors take notice. What Did Ripple Actually Get Approved to Do?
Trump Shuts Down SBF Pardon Talk as Crypto Justice Hardens
President Donald Trump said he has no plans to pardon Sam Bankman-Fried, the former FTX CEO who is serving a 25-year federal prison sentence. Bitcoin stayed close to its recent price range after the comment, which suggests traders did not see it as a market-moving event. The timing stands out, as crypto continues trying to rebuild public confidence after several years of fraud cases and tighter government oversight.
Stablecoins Now Power Most Crypto Crime, Not Bitcoin
Stablecoins now sit at the center of most illegal crypto activity, not Bitcoin, according to new data from Chainalysis. This comes at a time when governments are tightening crypto rules and stablecoins are becoming more common in everyday payments. Why Are Criminals Choosing Stablecoins Over Bitcoin? Stablecoins are cryptocurrencies designed to keep a steady price, usually around one US dollar. You can think of them as digital cash that moves on blockchains.
Crypto Sell-Off May Be Ending as Bitcoin Stabilizes
JPMorgan analysts say the recent crypto sell-off may be nearing its end, with inflows and outflows in Bitcoin ETFs starting to even out. Bitcoin is trading around $90,944 (up 2.6% over the past week), while Ethereum is near $3,100 (up over 3%), showing continued pressure but no signs of panic. Source: TradingViewThat’s important because the late-2025 drop was driven by investors pulling back on exposure, not by anything breaking under the surface. That difference shapes what happens next.
Bitcoin Faces a $40T Debt Stress Test as a Quiet Buyer Steps In Original
Bitcoin is brushing up against a major macro story: U.S. government debt has passed $37 trillion, and some analysts are calling the next stretch a $40 trillion stress test for the system. BTC has held near recent highs while ETF inflows crossed $1.5 billion this month, a sign that big buyers are still active even as pressure builds around public debt. That combination matters more now, since Bitcoin responds to broader money flows, not just news from inside the crypto world.
Bitcoin ETFs Take In Billions, So Why Isn’t BTC Pumping?
Bitcoin ETFs pulled in over $1.2 billion in fresh cash to start 2026, yet Bitcoin failed to break higher. BTC hovered near the $87,000–$90,000 range even as headlines screamed “record inflows.” That gap between money coming in and price going up has confused many first-time investors. This isn’t the first time either. In December 2025, Bitcoin traded near all-time highs while ETFs leaked $782 million in a single week. Big moves in or out don’t always show up in the price the way people expect.
Iran Now Accepts Crypto Payments for Weapons Exports
Iran is now letting foreign buyers pay for advanced weapons using cryptocurrency, alongside barter and local currency. Officials from the Ministry of Defence Export Center, known as Mindex, confirmed that digital assets are being accepted as payment for overseas arms sales. Years of sanctions and isolation from global banking systems appear to have pushed Iran toward these alternatives to keep military exports moving.
Amir Zaidi Rejoins CFTC to Help Shape Crypto Oversight
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has brought Amir Zaidi back into the fold, naming him chief of staff under Chairman Michael Selig. Zaidi is returning at a moment when the agency is getting ready for new responsibilities tied to digital assets. His earlier role in approving Bitcoin futures gives this move extra weight, especially as Washington prepares to tighten oversight of crypto markets. Zaidi’s CFTC History Comes Full Circle Zaidi knows the CFTC well.
Vitalik Buterin Says "Privacy Is Hygiene," After Major Bank Data Leak
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin weighed in after a large-scale data breach hit several U.S. banks, calling for a shift in how people think about privacy. His message was direct: privacy should be standard practice, not something you add later. What Happened With the Bank Leak The breach involved a cyberattack on SitusAMC, a mortgage tech vendor, that exposed sensitive records linked to big names like JPMorgan, Citi, and Morgan Stanley.
UK Seizes £25M in Cash and Crypto Linked to Russia Sanctions
British authorities have wrapped up a major operation aimed at shutting down channels used by wealthy individuals to dodge sanctions tied to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The operation led to 128 arrests and the seizure of approximately £25 million, equivalent to roughly $33 million in cash and cryptocurrency. The scale of the action shows how aggressively UK agencies are now pursuing sanctions evasion that blends organised crime with geopolitical finance.
21Shares Unleashes 2x Dogecoin ETF as FalconX Deal Closes
21Shares has launched a new leveraged ETF linked to Dogecoin, timed right alongside the finalization of its acquisition by FalconX. The move introduces a fresh way for traders to engage with one of crypto’s most well-known meme coins, while also marking a turning point for the companies involved. The 21Shares 2x Long Dogecoin ETF, trading under the ticker TXXD, opened on Nasdaq on November 20, 2025. It’s designed to give around 200 percent of Dogecoin’s daily performance before fees.
Coinbase Introduces ETH-Backed Loans Up to $1 Million
Coinbase has expanded its loan lineup with a new option that lets eligible users borrow up to 1 million dollars in USDC by putting their ETH up as collateral. The feature runs through the on‑chain lending protocol Morpho on Base and adds another layer to Coinbase’s growing set of crypto‑collateral products. How The ETH Loan Works The offer is available to users in the United States, except for New York residents, and lets them lock up their ETH to receive a USDC loan.
Coinbase Prediction Market Feature Revealed in New Leak
Coinbase is gearing up for a major expansion, following the leak of several screenshots that show off features the company has not yet officially announced. The leaked images reveal a prediction market tool, apparently powered by Kalshi, Inc., and a new stock-trading interface for buying common stocks and ETFs. Coinbase didn’t deny the screenshots. Coinbase System Update incoming. → Exciting product announcements → Key business updates → Lots of other cool stuff A new era of Coinbase is beginning.
Cash App Improves Crypto Tools with Lightning and Stablecoins
Cash App, the payment platform created by Jack Dorsey’s Block Inc., is stepping things up. A fresh update is now live that lets users send Bitcoin through the Lightning Network and also move around stablecoins inside the app. This means faster payments, more choices for users, and a broader range of ways to handle money, all without needing to leave the platform. With the new Lightning feature, eligible users can make Bitcoin payments that settle in seconds.
Injective EVM Launches, Bringing Native Ethereum Support to Cosmos
Injective has officially launched native EVM support on its Cosmos-based layer-one blockchain, giving developers full compatibility with Ethereum tools and smart contracts. The rollout follows months of testing and marks a big step forward for Injective’s “inEVM” project, which aims to bridge the gap between Ethereum’s developer base and the high-performance world of Cosmos.
Coinbase Drops Plan to Buy BVNK in $2B Deal
Coinbase has pulled the plug on its plan to acquire BVNK, a London-based startup focused on stablecoin infrastructure. The deal was reportedly worth around $2 billion and had been expected to close sometime between late 2025 and early 2026. It would have marked one of Coinbase’s most significant acquisitions to date and positioned the exchange as a serious contender in the stablecoin payments sector. Back in October, word got out that Coinbase was deep into negotiations with BVNK.
Coinbase Token Sale Platform Debuts With Monad as First Launch
Coinbase is giving retail investors a fresh shot at getting in early on digital tokens. The company has rolled out a new platform that allows users to buy tokens before they go live on the exchange. Kicking things off is a sale for Monad Labs, which will be the first project featured. Coinbase plans to keep the momentum going by hosting around one token sale each month. The process is straightforward but time-sensitive. Investors will have exactly one week to request tokens through the platform.
IRS Opens Door to Staking in Crypto ETFs With New Guidance
The Internal Revenue Service has published new guidance that clears the way for crypto exchange-traded products to participate in staking without risking their tax classification. This update, labeled Revenue Procedure 2025-31, gives certain trusts the green light to engage in staking while maintaining their federal income tax status. It is a step that could change how retail investors interact with staking rewards, especially through regulated products.
Kazakhstan Plans $1B Crypto Fund Using Seized and Mining Assets
Kazakhstan is planning to build a national crypto reserve fund worth between $500 million and $1 billion by early 2026. The money will come from digital assets seized during criminal investigations and mining proceeds that have been brought back from overseas. The idea is to take what’s been recovered and turn it into a structured fund that feeds into the country’s broader financial strategy.
South Korea Reconsiders Crypto Sanctions After U.S. Crackdown
South Korea is taking a fresh look at how it handles sanctions against North Korea after the United States imposed penalties on individuals and entities linked to the regime’s crypto operations. The U.S. Treasury recently hit eight people and two organizations for laundering digital assets that allegedly support Pyongyang’s weapons program. It all began when U.S. officials exposed a network of North Korean actors accused of funneling stolen crypto through laundering operations.
Metaplanet Goes All In: $100M Bitcoin-Backed Loan to Buy More BTC
Metaplanet Inc., the Tokyo‑listed company building a large Bitcoin treasury, has taken out a $100 million loan backed by a portion of its existing Bitcoin holdings. The company drew from a credit facility on October 31 and pledged part of its 30,823 BTC stash, which was valued at about $3.5 billion at the time. The loan uses a floating interest rate linked to U.S. dollar benchmarks and can be repaid whenever the company chooses.
Europe Targets 2029 Launch for Digital Euro Across the EU
The European Central Bank is stepping into a new phase of its digital euro journey after wrapping up the groundwork that started back in November 2023. The plan is clear. If the necessary laws are passed in 2026, a pilot phase will kick off in 2027, with the full rollout of the digital euro expected by 2029 across all eurozone countries. There’s growing urgency from European leaders to speed things up.
Tether Earns Over $10 Billion in 2025, Surpassing Big Banks
Tether has revealed that its profit for the first three quarters of 2025 has passed the $10 billion mark. That number puts it ahead of some of the world’s biggest banks when looking at the same stretch of time. The massive revenue comes mainly from the $135 billion in U.S. Treasury bills that Tether holds in its reserves. These reserves back every USDT token in circulation, and when interest rates on Treasuries climb, so does Tether’s profit.
Drake and Adin Ross Face Lawsuit Over Stake Casino Promotion
Drake and Adin Ross are now at the center of a class-action lawsuit claiming they deceptively promoted the crypto-powered casino Stake.us. The suit was filed by Justin Killham in the Missouri county court and takes direct aim at how the platform was marketed, accusing the two of helping pull younger audiences into what the filing calls illegal gambling.
Thai Police Bust $14M Crypto Ponzi Mastermind in Bangkok
hai police raided a luxury three‑story house in Bangkok’s Wang Thonglang district and arrested Chinese national Liang Ai‑Bing. Authorities believe he was the mastermind behind a massive crypto Ponzi scheme. The operation reportedly targeted nearly 100 investors, mostly from China, lured by promises too good to be true. At the heart of the case is a DeFi platform called FINTOCH, which ran from December 2022 until May 2023.
Altcoin ETFs Launch in the U.S. with $65 Million First-Day Volume
The U.S. just saw something new. Spot ETFs tracking Solana, Litecoin, and Hedera hit the market and together racked up around $65 million in trading volume on their very first day. The clear leader was the Solana fund, which pulled in the bulk of that figure and set the tone for how these altcoin ETFs might perform moving forward. Solana Steals the Show Right Away Within the first hour, the Solana ETF brought in close to $10 million.
Western Union to Launch USDPT Stablecoin on Solana in 2026
Western Union is stepping into the stablecoin space with plans to launch a US dollar–backed token called USDPT on Solana. The token will be issued by Anchorage Digital Bank and is expected to go live sometime in the first half of 2026. It’s a big move for a company that has spent decades operating in the traditional finance world. Fast, Cheap Transfers Are the Main Goal At the core of this decision is a simple goal: make cross-border money transfers faster and cheaper.
American Bitcoin Joins Top 25 Public BTC Holders After $160M Buy
American Bitcoin Corp, co‑founded by Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr., just made one of the boldest plays in corporate bitcoin accumulation this year. The firm bought about 1,414 bitcoins, adding more than $160 million worth of crypto to its balance sheet. That purchase alone was enough to push it into the top 25 public bitcoin treasuries worldwide. Combined with its mining output, American Bitcoin now holds around 3,865 BTC. Altogether, the stash is valued at nearly $450 million.
Polymarket Confirms POLY Token Launch and Airdrop Plans
Polymarket’s Chief Marketing Officer, Matthew Modabber, has confirmed that the platform plans to launch its own native token called POLY, alongside an airdrop for users. He shared the update during a podcast appearance, explaining that the team is focused on making sure the token offers long-term utility rather than rushing it out to chase short-term hype. The idea is to build something solid that sticks around and actually benefits users, instead of following the crowd just to keep up.
Crypto and Tech Giants Help Fund Trump’s $300 Million White House Ballroom Original
Donald Trump’s planned 90,000 square foot ballroom at the White House is attracting more than just architectural attention. A growing list of high-profile donors is funding the project, and it includes some of the biggest names in both tech and crypto. Coinbase, Ripple, and Tether America are all involved, alongside giants like Google, Apple, and Microsoft. With the total cost estimated at around $300 million, the spotlight is now as much on who’s paying for it as what is being built.
Tether Backs Pave Bank in $39M Raise to Expand Crypto-Friendly Banking
Tether Investments has jumped into a $39 million Series A funding round for Pave Bank, a company trying to merge traditional banking with digital assets. The round was led by Accel, with support from Wintermute, Quona Capital, and Helios Digital Ventures. The fresh funds are expected to help Pave Bank grow its global presence, speed up its product pipeline, and bring more institutional clients on board.
Ethereum Foundation Moves $610 Million in ETH to New Wallet
The Ethereum Foundation has just moved more than 160,000 ETH, worth around $610 million, into a brand new multisignature wallet. The group described the transfer as a planned migration, though the sheer size of the move caught a lot of eyes. That’s a serious chunk of its treasury, and naturally, people are curious what this means for the road ahead. Goodbye Old Setup, Hello New Safe Wallet The switch wasn’t random.
Kraken’s Tokenized Equities Platform Surpasses $5 Billion in Trading Volume
Kraken has revealed that its tokenized equities platform has now passed a total of $5 billion in trading volume. Alongside that, the company said revenue from the product has doubled, showing real user activity rather than just occasional testing. This milestone isn’t just a nice round number. It points to a genuine interest in tokenized stocks and signals that this part of Kraken’s business is starting to scale incredibly.
British Columbia Locks Out New Crypto Miners from the Grid
British Columbia has officially decided to slam the door on new crypto mining projects looking to tap into the province’s power supply. The permanent ban means no new mining operations will be allowed to connect to the public electricity grid. The government says this is about protecting the province’s energy for industries that actually contribute jobs and long-term revenue. Power utility BC Hydro, which delivers electricity to most of the region, is now off-limits for future miners.
Solana Co-Founder Anatoly Yakovenko Starts Building Perps DEX
Solana’s co-founder, Anatoly Yakovenko, has quietly started building a new perpetual futures decentralized exchange, with early documentation now live on his GitHub page. The project has not been formally announced, but the public code already outlines the framework for what looks like a fully on-chain perps protocol. Under the GitHub handle “aeyakovenko,” the repository includes early design files, showing that Solana could soon expand deeper into the world of derivatives trading.
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