Cryptocurrency News

Stablecoin growth could siphon trillions from U.S. banks, shrinking lending capacity and raising borrowing costs, as Bank of America warns lawmakers that digital dollars may quietly reshape credit markets and funding across the financial system. Bank of America Warns Stablecoins Could Drain Bank Deposits A major U.S. financial institution highlighted potential risks tied to the […]

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) believes that the Bitcoin price could still reach $200,000. This bullish prediction comes after the cryptocurrency has seen years of strong performance, climbing past $126,000 and setting a new all-time high in 2025. With ETFs driving demand, whales accumulating, and global adoption steadily rising, a surge to $200,000 seems inevitable […]

• #bitcoin

Anchorage Digital's fundraising and potential IPO could significantly impact the competitive landscape of crypto financial services. The post Anchorage Digital looks to raise up to $400M ahead of potential 2027 IPO appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The Solana price recovery is less than 2% short from challenging the key resistance trendline at $146. Address…

Memecore [M] saw a 1.9% price bounce and was trading at $1.60, at the time of writing. Since hitting a low of $1.22 on 08 December, the memecoin has climbed by nearly 31% in six weeks. The Layer 1 bloThe post Memecore price prediction - Traders can watch out for these key breakout levels! appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Crypto prices are shedding October’s leverage overhang, with Grayscale seeing derivatives stability, easing supply pressure, and strengthening fundamentals that leave the market positioned for upside as regulatory and institutional forces take hold. The Leverage Purge Is Done — Grayscale Sees No Structural Headwinds for Crypto Prices Now Market attention is shifting toward forward-looking drivers in […]

Blockchain Giant Steps Into < $40M Crypto Award Feud >: Key Details Revealed In the fast-paced world of cryptocurrency, legal battles can make or break fortunes. A major blockchain company has now thrown its hat into a heated dispute over […] The post Blockchain Giant Steps Into $40M Crypto Award Feud : Key Details Revealed appeared first on Blockmanity.

: Top Crypto Showdown for 2026 Performance Are you wondering which cryptocurrency will lead the pack in 2026? In the ongoing battle, both coins have strong points. Bitcoin is the king with massive market power. XRP offers speed and real-world […] The post XRP vs. Bitcoin: Top Crypto Showdown for 2026 Performance appeared first on Blockmanity.

• #bitcoin

Selling the Bitcoin would have violated President Donald Trump’s Executive Order 14233, which mandates that any Bitcoin obtained through criminal or civil forfeiture “shall not be sold.”

• #bitcoin

Important Shiba Inu metric shows substantial outflows.

Ethereum is struggling to push above critical supply levels after a brief surge above $3,300, as the market attempts to stabilize following weeks of sustained selling pressure. While the rebound has sparked renewed optimism, price action remains fragile, with bulls still needing clear confirmation before a broader recovery can take hold. Still, the fact that […]

Monero price remains in a blue-sky breakout after clearing the $670 Fibonacci extension, with strong momentum keeping the next upside target near $930 in focus.

A Utah man has been sentenced to three years in federal prison for orchestrating a cryptocurrency investment fraud scheme that resulted in losses exceeding $2.9 million, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Utah.

A few days ago, the price of Bitcoin experienced a bounce after weeks of trading below the $91,000 mark. However, this renewed momentum appears to be gradually fading as the crypto market slowly shifts toward a bearish state, with large and retail BTC investors moving in a distinct direction. What’s Happening Behind The Bitcoin’s Rise […]

• #bitcoin

Capital One Financial Corporation has received preliminary court approval for a $425 million settlement to resolve a class-action lawsuit involving interest rate payments on savings accounts, according to the settlement administrator's portal.

Chainlink&#39;s &#40;LINK&#41; price has remained positive, rising above the moving average lines.

BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes predicted that a BTC rally could be sustained as dollar liquidity rapidly increases. Other market observers are chiming in.

• #bitcoin

XRP steadied after defending key support, signaling easing selling pressure as the token consolidates from recent highs, with technical momentum stabilizing and Ripple ecosystem developments offering a supportive backdrop. XRP Holds Key Support While Ripple Expands Real-World Use Cases At 5:35 p.m. on Jan. 16, XRP is trading at $2.0717, steady after rebounding from an […]

A Bitcoin user lost funds after sending cryptocurrency to a compromised wallet that used a transaction identifier from a coinbase block reward as its private key.

• #bitcoin

After a period of consolidation, AAVE attempted a breakout but was rejected at $180, then retraced to $169.  At the time of writing, Aave [AAVE] traded at $173, down 2.32% on the daily charts. AftThe post AAVE slips to $173 - Is $1.9M whale buy the start of a rebound? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

12 CES Pioneers Revolutionizing With , , and CES is the big show where we see the future. This year, it brought together over 148,000 people from 150 countries, 4,500 exhibitors, and 1,400 startups. The stars were , , and […] The post 12 CES Pioneers Revolutionizing Personalization With Web3, AI, and Robots appeared first on Blockmanity.

The price of BNB has maintained its upward trend despite a decline above the moving average lines.

Many in the industry expect it could be weeks before lawmakers on the Senate Banking Committee return to consider a markup for the CLARITY Act.

Crypto news digest: SHIB is facing a crucial test; DOGE tests key price level, XRP rebound seems imminent..

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has commented on the latest CPI data, which shows that inflation has remained steady in the U.S. Garlinghouse highlighted the potential impact that the pro-crypto policies may have had on the soft inflation data.  Ripple CEO Highlights Crypto Impact On CPI Data In an X post, the Ripple CEO noted that […]

The U.S. government has confirmed that it did not sell Bitcoin seized from Samourai Wallet. The confirmation addresses earlier claims that the assets had been liquidated in violation of federal policyThe post U.S. government confirms it did not sell Bitcoin seized from Samourai Wallet appeared first on AMBCrypto.

• #bitcoin

In a recent interview, Aaron Arnold of Altcoin Daily broke down his crypto market outlook for 2026, drawing parallels with past market cycles and outlining bull, base and bear scenarios.

From missile strikes to protests, Iran's political shocks repeatedly triggered crypto spikes.

Speaking on the What Bitcoin Did podcast, Strategy chairman Michael Saylor pushed back against criticism of companies issuing equity or debt to buy Bitcoin.

• #bitcoin

Belarus’ President Alexander Lukashenko signed a decree on Friday, legalizing the existence of crypto banks. First Deputy Chairman of the Board of the National Bank, Alexander Yegorov, stated that the first institution of this kind might appear in six months. Belarus Opens to Crypto Banking With President Lukashenko’s Latest Decree Belarus is taking action to […]

Bitcoin Magazine Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Accuses Banks of Undermining Trump’s Crypto Agenda  Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong warned that major banks are lobbying to weaken President Trump’s crypto agenda by pushing Senate legislation that would ban stablecoin rewards. This post Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Accuses Banks of Undermining Trump’s Crypto Agenda  first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

PayPal stock price continued its freefall this week, reaching its lowest level since April last year, and technicals point to more downside if it loses a key support.

Canaan receives a Nasdaq notice after its ADS price fell below $1, triggering a 180 day compliance period to regain listing requirements. The post Crypto mining firm Canaan gets Nasdaq notice after shares stay below $1 for 30 days appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin’s rejection near $98,000 took place as spot traders ran out of energy and short-term investors harvested profits. Will bears defend the resistance level throughout the weekend?

• #bitcoin

Coinbase stock price continues to underperform the broader market this year despite the modest optimism from Wall Street analysts.

Nexo, a crypto lending platform, agreed to pay a $500,000 penalty after California regulators said it made thousands of loans without the proper state license. Related Reading: Crypto Gets A Wall Street Upgrade As Nasdaq And CME Deepen Ties According to the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation, the actions involved loans backed by […]

Chiliz [CHZ] did not see a price dip to $0.05 after making a bearish divergence on the 4-hour chart, as AMBCrypto suggested was possible in a recent report. Instead, the sports-focused blockchain ecosThe post Chiliz defies pullback: Mapping CHZ's road to $0.1 and beyond appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Banks and crypto firms are converging fast, as yield-bearing stablecoins, ETF filings and tokenized markets test the boundaries of financial regulation.

The U.S. Department of Justice has confirmed that the roughly 58 BTC forfeited by Samourai Wallet developers will not be sold and will instead remain part of the United States’ Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.

• #bitcoin

TLDR: CME adds ADA, LINK, and XLM futures with both micro and standard contract sizes for traders. Futures launch scheduled for Feb 9, pending regulatory review, expanding market flexibility. CME’s 2025 records: $12B notional ADV, 278,300 average daily futures & options contracts. Industry leaders hail CME’s move as mainstreaming crypto and providing capital-efficient tools.   [...] The post CME Group Expands Crypto Futures With Cardano, Chainlink, and Stellar appeared first on Blockonomi.

• #Cardano

It's unclear when US lawmakers will return to address a market structure bill, but CEO David Solomon said Goldman Sachs was monitoring its progress for tokenization and stablecoins.

XMR price jumped to a record high today, January 15, as demand for privacy tokens rose.

Bitcoin exchange-traded funds [ETFs] ended the week on a firmer footing after posting strong net inflows. The flow reversed the prior week’s outflows, signaling renewed institutional engagement despThe post Bitcoin ETFs rebound to end week with $1.8bn inflows as BTC steadies near $95,000 appeared first on AMBCrypto.

• #bitcoin

TLDR OTHERS/BTC ratio at historic support signals a potential 702% altcoin surge in 2026.  Past cycles grew bigger: 2017: +423%, 2021: +503%, 2026 projected ~702%.  Bitcoin rallies, ETH consolidates, then altcoins explode, following classic rotation patterns.  Institutional bridges and new users provide unprecedented fuel for small-cap altcoins.   The OTHERS/BTC ratio has returned to the [...] The post Here Is Why 2026 Could Deliver the Biggest Altcoin Rally in Crypto History appeared first on Blockonomi.

• #litecoin

Silver adds over $3.9 trillion in market cap over the past year, outperforming stocks, crypto and gold as prices trade near recent highs. The post Silver gains over $3.9 trillion in market cap in 12 months, eclipsing stocks, crypto, and gold appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin Magazine Jefferies’ Analyst Dumps Bitcoin Over Quantum Computing Fears, Buys Gold Jefferies strategist Christopher Wood has dropped Bitcoin from his Greed & Fear portfolio, citing quantum computing as a potential existential threat to its cryptography. This post Jefferies’ Analyst Dumps Bitcoin Over Quantum Computing Fears, Buys Gold first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

• #bitcoin

Bitcoin’s early-week rally stalled as the asset retreated from a near-miss of $98,000 to stabilize around $95,000. The pullback was driven by “technical exhaustion” and a cooling of institutional demand as spot ETF inflows slowed. Macroeconomic Vacuum and Capitalization Slides Bitcoin’s midweek momentum stalled Friday as the premier digital asset extended its Jan. 15 reversal. […]

• #bitcoin

Dash [DASH] surged more than 15% in 24 hours to around $93 at press time, extending its rally after confirming integration with AEON Pay and firmly reclaiming the $90 zone.  The sharp advance reflThe post Mapping DASH's 15% rally - $100 comes next only if THIS holds appeared first on AMBCrypto.

TLDR: Jefferies strategist Christopher Wood removed a 10% Bitcoin allocation over quantum computing concerns  Wood replaced BTC exposure with physical gold and gold mining stocks in his model portfolio  Quantum risk is increasingly influencing long-term institutional asset allocation decisions  Bitcoin developers argue the network has decades to migrate to quantum-resistant cryptography   Bitcoin’s long-term investment [...] The post Jefferies Strategist Drops Bitcoin Over Quantum Computing Fears appeared first on Blockonomi.

• #bitcoin

The new policy will allow borrowers to use Bitcoin, Ether, crypto ETFs and US dollar-backed stablecoins for asset verification and income estimates without liquidation.

XRP ETFs are seeing rising institutional demand as ETF inflows hit the highest weekly level since 2026 began, signaling rising interest among investors.

The decision to retain seized Bitcoin strengthens the US's strategic digital asset reserves, potentially influencing future crypto policies. The post DOJ confirms seized Bitcoin from Samourai Wallet case has not been sold appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

• #bitcoin

TLDR: XRP ETFs recorded a $17.06M daily inflow, reflecting disciplined institutional accumulation rather than retail-driven speculation.  Total XRP ETF assets reached $1.51B, placing XRP among digital assets held at an institutional scale.  ETF inflows reduce liquid XRP supply, gradually tightening float and supporting long-term price structure.  XRP’s consistent portfolio presence signals a shift from narrative [...] The post XRP ETF Inflows Hit $17M as Total Assets Surge Past $1.5 Billion appeared first on Blockonomi.

The Democrats are escalating their attacks on the Securities and Exchange Commission after it adopted a crypto-friednly stance.

Ethereum price is slipping slightly on January 16, as ETH fights to maintain the $3,300 mark. Moves so far indicate consolidation, with no clear short-term trend emerging.

Binance Ethereum futures activity jumps to multi-week highs, amidst renewed momentum.

The Ethereum Foundation has published a step-by-step plan to let Ethereum’s main chain validate blocks using zkEVM proofs, reducing the need for validators to re-run every computation themselves. The proposal, shared via X on Jan. 15 by Tomasz K. Stańczak, Co-Executive Director at the Ethereum Foundation, lays out the engineering work needed across Ethereum’s execution […]

Bitcoin ETF inflows have rebounded, but the total assets under management remains 24% below the all-time high, indicating the recovery has just started.

• #bitcoin

Bitcoin Magazine U.S. Government Denies Sale of Forfeited Samourai Wallet Bitcoin, Says BTC Will Remain in Strategic Bitcoin Reserve A U.S. official denied reports that the bitcoin forfeited by Samourai Wallet developers was sold and said it will remain on the government’s balance sheet in compliance with President Trump’s executive order. This post U.S. Government Denies Sale of Forfeited Samourai Wallet Bitcoin, Says BTC Will Remain in Strategic Bitcoin Reserve first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

• #bitcoin

The crypto market is gaining momentum as 2026 unfolds, with major coins showing notable movement. Ondo coin price predictions suggest consistent growth, fueled by the rise of Real World Asset tokenization, while XRP price prediction models indicate possible rallies driven by ETFs and regulatory wins. Both coins have strong fundamentals and remain attractive to enthusiasts. [...] The post BlockDAG Presale at $0.003 Surpasses ONDO and XRP, Offering Huge Gains After February 16 Listing appeared first on Blockonomi.

Buying tokens before they hit big exchanges is one of the best ways to find large returns in the crypto market. As we move through January 2026, many new projects are offering early entry points that look very attractive compared to older coins. This list looks at four projects that are currently standing out because [...] The post Top Crypto Presale 2026: Milk Mocha, Digitap, IPO Genie & Bitcoin Hype appeared first on Blockonomi.

• #bitcoin

As utility dominates 2026, Digitap jumps 240% from presale while Polkadot slides deeper into a brutal downtrend. The market no longer cares about bloated infrastructure and is only paying for real adoption this year. Polkadot (DOT) at $2.10 is what…

BlockDAG presale nears Jan 26 close, offering $0.003 entry with $0.05 launch price and 1,566% potential gains. BlockDAG (BDAG) is emerging as a standout project while many cryptocurrencies struggle for direction. With over $442 million raised, 3.5 million active miners…

Data released by the U.S. Treasury confirms that China’s holdings of U.S. debt fell by $6.1 billion, reaching its lowest exposure levels since 2008. While China remains one of the largest international holders of U.S. debt, it has sold 10% of its holdings since January 2025. Derisking? China Sold $6.1 Billion In US Treasuries During […]

Industry players have pushed back strongly against the recently released draft of the crypto market structure bill, which lawmakers scheduled for a vote earlier this week. Although the bill aims to dThe post Why Wall Street says ‘no bill is better than a bad U.S. crypto bill’ appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Bitcoin breached the $95,000 mark this week amid a wider market recovery, as investors digested regulatory delays to the much-awaited CLARITY Act in the US.

• #bitcoin

Despite facing a significant setback with the delay of the crucial vote on the crypto market structure bill, cryptocurrency adoption continues to gain momentum across the United States. Tennessee is now looking to follow Texas’s lead by introducing a new bill, HB1695, aimed at establishing its own Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. Tennessee’s Bitcoin Reserve Proposal  According […]

• #bitcoin

The anticipated crypto bill could foster industry growth by providing regulatory clarity, despite potential compromises on stablecoin provisions. The post Galaxy CEO predicts imminent crypto bill passage with compromise on stablecoins appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Cipher Mining: The Ready to Explode in 2026 Are you hunting for the next big win in crypto and blockchain investments? Look no further than Cipher Mining (CIFR). This company started as a simple Bitcoin miner but has made a […] The post Cipher Mining: The Blockchain Stock Ready to Explode in 2026 appeared first on Blockmanity.

OpenAI launches ChatGPT Go worldwide at $8 per month and plans to start testing ads on ChatGPT Go and free tiers in the US. The post OpenAI rolls out ChatGPT Go globally at $8 per month, plans ad testing on Go and free tiers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Cardano (ADA) trades near $0.4 as analysts track a potential correction wave and bullish cup-and-handle pattern targeting $0.52.

• #Cardano

The deal followed Riot announcing last week that it sold more than $160 million of its Bitcoin holdings as part of a strategy shift, to broaden use of its data centers.

• #bitcoin

The crypto market rally lost momentum as Bitcoin met resistance near $98,000, but technical charts suggest traders will actively buy dips to underlying support levels in altcoins and BTC.

• #bitcoin

Russia is preparing to open the door to broader crypto adoption, with reports confirming that a new bill allowing retail investors to access digital assets will soon be introduced to the country’s legislature. Meanwhile, the Cardano price prediction remains muted, with ADA continuing to range around the $0.40 level. While long term believers point to a [...] The post Cardano Price Prediction: Cardano Continues to Range At $0.4 Even As Russia Plans Expansion, But Traders Move To DeepSnitch AI For 100x With January Launch Imminent appeared first on Blockonomi.

• #Cardano

Bitcoin Magazine Riot Stock ($RIOT) Rockets 13% Following Major Data Center Lease with AMD Riot Platforms ($RIOT) surged 13% after buying 200 acres at its Rockdale, Texas site and signing its first major hyperscale data center lease with AMD This post Riot Stock ($RIOT) Rockets 13% Following Major Data Center Lease with AMD first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Singapore January 16, 2026 — JustLend DAO, TRON’s premier decentralized lending platform, announced the completion of a second buyback and burn of its JST token, permanently removing 525 million tokens, representing an estimated $21 million USD in value, from circulation. The burn represents approximately 5.3% of […]

West Virginia lawmakers have taken a step toward letting the state put a slice of its cash into gold, stablecoins and very large cryptocurrencies. Senate Bill 143, introduced on January 15, 2026, is being called the Inflation Protection Act and was filed by State Senator Chris Rose. Related Reading: Senator Urges Banking Regulator To Block […]

Institutional accumulation continues to tighten Bitcoin’s available supply. BlackRock clients recently purchased $319.7 million worth of BTC.  At the same time, 635 BTC, valued at $60.53 millionThe post Bitcoin sees $1.68B in weekly buys - Is BTC supply drying up? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

• #bitcoin

ZachXBT reveals a $282M Bitcoin and Litecoin theft that triggered heavy Monero inflows and a sharp XMR price surge. The post ZachXBT uncovers $282M BTC and LTC theft laundered through Monero appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

• #litecoin
• #bitcoin

XRP price is on track to drop for two consecutive weeks as it pared back the gains it made earlier this year.

South Dakota’s Crypto Crackdown: AG Pushes in Crime Fights Imagine criminals using Bitcoin or Ethereum to hide money from scams, hacks, or worse. Law enforcement wants tools to fight back. On January 6, South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced […] The post South Dakota’s Crypto Crackdown: AG Pushes Legislation to Seize Digital Currency in Crime Fights appeared first on Blockmanity.

Cloud mining leads 2026 crypto earnings as Hashbitcoin stands out as a transparent, stable, user-friendly platform. Cloud mining has emerged as one of the most efficient and scalable ways to earn cryptocurrencies in 2026. Unlike traditional hardware mining, cloud mining…

• #bitcoin

Momentum across crypto ETFs remained intact as investors kept allocating capital despite mixed fund-level flows. While bitcoin inflows slowed compared to earlier in the week, ether ETFs took center stage, reinforcing confidence in broader digital asset exposure. Bitcoin, Ether ETFs Stay Green as Broad Inflows Continue Bitcoin ETFs recorded a $100.18 million net inflow, marking […]

What's behind the latest lay-off spree?

Shiba Inu shows slow futures activity, as open interest volume has declined slightly over the last hour. However, there is a positive outlook, as the volume still stands massively at over 13.07 trillion SHIB.

BTC price surged nearly 150% after a similar BTC–gold undervaluation signal in late 2022, highlighting how extreme discounts have preceded major rallies.

• #bitcoin

Discover the mathematics of Zero Knowledge Proofs and how zk-SNARKs enable private, succinct, and non-interactive on-chain verification for sensitive data. #partnercontent

CME Group has announced plans to expand its regulated cryptocurrency derivatives offering with the launch of Cardano [ADA], Chainlink [LINK], and Stellar [XLM] futures, marking another step in the insThe post CME expands regulated crypto futures with Cardano, Chainlink and Stellar contracts appeared first on AMBCrypto.

• #Cardano

Although the Shiba Inu price and the price of DOGE have grown, many traders are looking at Digitap as the next 10x crypto as it could benefit 1.4 billion people. #partnercontent

Solana's [SOL] Real‑World Assets (RWA) ecosystem has surpassed the $1 billion TVL mark for an all-time high and has been a decisive inflection point for the network. The move is significant due tThe post Can Solana’s $1B RWA ATH shift institutional crypto adoption? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

The global digital asset market surged dramatically, pushing total valuation to $3.3 trillion by January 14, 2026. While Render maintains a steady $2.38 and XRP trades around $2.16 today, these established leaders increasingly deliver only modest returns. Their scale now limits the potential for truly life-altering wealth creation that once defined early cycles. Researchers are [...] The post Unlocking 1000x Potential: Why Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP) Emerges as 2026’s Top Crypto Play Over RNDR & XRP appeared first on Blockonomi.

Does Bitcoin (BTC) have energy to fix above the $95,000 zone?

• #bitcoin

Can traders keep the price of XRP above $2 this week?

Bitcoin Magazine Belarus Creates Legal Framework for Bitcoin and Crypto Banks in New Decree Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko has signed Decree No. 19, establishing a legal framework for bitcoin and crypto banks. This post Belarus Creates Legal Framework for Bitcoin and Crypto Banks in New Decree first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

• #bitcoin

Bitcoin price rally to $97,000 has not stopped Bloomberg expert from teasing that a price top has set in.

• #bitcoin

Dormant Ethereum wallet just received 472.3 billion SHIB worth $4 million from Coinhako, becoming a Shiba Inu billionaire overnight and triggering speculation about a "mysterious" whale from Singapore.

Crucial XRP Ledger amendment with potential to attract institutional flows is just 0.59% from activation threshold.

BTC already fell by almost four grand since its local peak.

• #bitcoin

Frequent outages on Musk's platform X could undermine user trust and highlight vulnerabilities in its infrastructure and crisis management. The post Elon Musk’s X back online following massive global outage appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse is urging the crypto industry not to give up on the high-stakes market structure bill.