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TLDR Importers face long delays for tariff refunds, with over 1,000 cases in the Court of International Trade. A Supreme Court ruling could extend the legal process, potentially delaying refunds for years. The Department of Justice and importers seek a steering committee to manage the complex refund cases. Retailers have absorbed much of the tariff [...] The post Tariff Refunds: Why Businesses and Consumers Won’t See Immediate Price Drops appeared first on Blockonomi.

A year into his presidency, US President Donald Trump and his family have reportedly seen a notable shift in their wealth distribution, with a growing concentration of crypto ventures linked to the presidential family. Related Reading: Hong Kong Professionals Association Urges Regulators To Ease Crypto Reporting Rules Trump Family’s Wealth Gets Crypto Boost On Tuesday, […]

The cryptocurrency market is currently caught between short-term global shocks and the long-term confidence of Bitcoin’s earliest holders. At the time of writing, Bitcoin [BTC] was trading at $89,49The post Satoshi Nakamoto's BTC stash - 17 years later, how much is it worth? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Monica Long argues the industry is entering its "production era," predicting that half of the Fortune 500 will hold crypto or tokenized assets by the end of 2026.

Grayscale continued its pattern of trust-to-ETF conversions with the NEAR Trust despite declining fund performance.

As Republicans look to notch policy wins ahead of the midterms, Trump advisor Patrick Witt says the market structure bill must include compromises to advance in the Senate.

Seeker users can now claim and stake SKR tokens in Solana Mobile’s ecosystem, unlocking rewards, governance, and app participation. Solana Mobile has started distributing SKR, the native token of its mobile ecosystem, to users and developers tied to the Seeker…

A recent report from CNBC reveals that Binance’s co-CEO, Richard Teng, is contemplating a return to the US market after exiting in 2023 as part of a regulatory agreement that also resulted in the departure of the exchange’s former CEO, Changpeng Zhao (CZ).  Ripple CEO Predicts Positive Impact From Binance’s Return During an interview at […]

Bitcoiner Jameson Lopp shared data on Tuesday showing that the number of X posts containing the word “Bitcoin” fell by around a third in 2025 compared to 2024.

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Tenx Protocols has expanded into the Tezos ecosystem by acquiring about 5.54 million tezos ( XTZ) between January 2–19, 2026, at a cost of roughly $3.25 million. Strategic Acquisition and Token Purchase Tenx Protocols, a prominent blockchain infrastructure firm, has announced a major strategic expansion into the Tezos ecosystem. Between Jan. 2 and Jan. 19, […]

MemeCore's (M) price action has gained some traction recently. The token's price recorded a 8% daily surge after rebounding from a key confluence of technical support at around $1.5. The move follThe post MemeCore price prediction - M's new resistance means THIS for traders! appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Crypto prices today fell as selling pressure returned across global markets, pushing Bitcoin below the $90,000 level and dragging most major altcoins lower. At press time, the total crypto market value had dropped 3.4% to $3.1 trillion. Bitcoin was trading…

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Noble is seeking better developer access and a more robust tech stack to build its new EVM-compatible stablecoin-focused blockchain, which will launch in March.

Tokenization is emerging as a potential fix for global financial inequality, with Coinbase research arguing that bringing stocks and bonds onchain could unlock broader market access and reshape how wealth is created worldwide. A New Capital Era Is Forming: Tokenization Could Expand Global Market Access and Wealth Creation Global financial inequality increasingly reflects disparities in […]

A governance vote that moved this week has left many WLFI holders upset. Some feel they were shut out while a small group pushed the plan through. The divide is loud online and on chain. Related Reading: $100M Underground Remittance Network Using Crypto, WeChat Dismantled In South Korea Locked Tokens Leave Many Without A Voice […]

Following a brief rebound that pushed revenues back up, Pump.fun [PUMP] has announced the Pump Fund, an investment arm that backs teams based on public traction. What's it about? TheThe post Pump.fun announces $3mln fund for startups - A move away from memecoins? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Crypto companies and traditional exchanges have been rushing to offer round-the-clock stock and ETF trading using blockchain-based technology.

Dogecoin is moving closer to real-world payments, with House of Doge confirming plans for a dedicated DOGE payment app. House of Doge, the official corporate arm of the Dogecoin Foundation, plans to launch a new mobile payments app designed to…

Bitcoin erased its gains for the month and fell below $88,000 as crypto markets shed $225 billion, with analysts linking the crash to a “sell America” trade and Japanese bond market woes.

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Ripple president Monica Long says blockchain is becoming the “operating layer of modern finance” and global balance sheets will hold $1 trillion in digital assets. 

Lawsuit Exposes reportedly let them take over without paying a fair price, leaving original investors out in the cold. How Do Takeovers Work in Blockchain Projects? Unlike traditional companies, blockchain projects often use DAOs (Decentralized Autonomous Organizations). These let token […] The post Lawsuit Exposes Blockchain Company’s Covert Takeover Scheme: What Crypto Investors Need to Know appeared first on Blockmanity.

Fundstrat head of research Tom Lee says the firm is expecting new all-time highs for bitcoin in 2026. Crypto Bull Tom Lee Anticipating Positive Year for Digital Assets Driven By ‘Usefulness of Crypto Increasing’ In a new interview on the Master Investor Podcast, Lee, chairman of the ethereum treasury company Bitmine Immersion Technologies, addresses why, […]

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Chainlink has launched a new on-chain data product that gives decentralized applications continuous access to U.S. stock and exchange-traded fund prices beyond standard market hours.  The service, called 24/5 U.S. Equities Streams, delivers equity market data across regular, pre-market, after-hours,…

Simply Wall St estimates 41% of Trump Media shares are held by individual insiders, 32% by the general public and 23% by institutions.

On-chain data shows Bitcoin short-term holders have extended their underwater streak, with BTC continuing to trade under their cost basis. Bitcoin Short-Term Holders Are Still Holding Net Losses In a new post on X, on-chain analytics firm Glassnode has talked about the latest trend in the Net Unrealized Profit/Loss (NUPL) for Bitcoin short-term holders. This […]

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Bitcoin has consolidated above $80k for nearly 60 days, a trend that has triggered breakouts since 2023. According to analyst James Van Straten, a similar 60-day consolidation window in Q1 2025, fThe post Bitcoin price nears 60-day consolidation mark – Is $107K jump imminent? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Ethiopia has announced it is looking for a global partner to build a state-backed Bitcoin mining operation, moving from a model of hosting private miners toward something run with government involvement. Related Reading: Pump.fun Pushes Past Memecoins, Launches Investment Arm To Back New Projects The call for partners was made at the Finance Forward Ethiopia […]

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Coinbase is pushing crypto deeper into youth culture by blending NBA rookie storytelling with subtle financial themes, using athlete-led narratives to expand mainstream relevance while strengthening its long-term positioning around the future of money. Coinbase Launches NBA Rookie Firsts Series Highlighting New Talent A growing convergence of sports, media, and finance is reshaping how brands […]

The aggressive buying by this particular cohort of Bitcoin holders signals a potential “long-term bullish divergence," according to crypto sentiment platform Santiment.

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The institutionalization of crypto by 2026 could revolutionize financial systems, enhancing liquidity, efficiency, and global settlement. The post Ripple President Monica Long predicts half of Fortune 500 will adopt crypto strategies this year appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Berachain [BERA] has surged roughly 10.9% in 24 hours, reclaiming the $1 region as DEX activity and derivatives participation expand sharply. Price strength now aligns with a clear jump in on-chainThe post Is Berachain [BERA] setting up a short squeeze after reclaiming $1? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

This partnership signifies a shift in retirement planning, integrating cryptocurrency exposure into traditional financial products, potentially broadening market appeal. The post BlackRock partners with Delaware Life to bring Bitcoin into fixed index annuities appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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The CFTC signals a major shift toward clearer, lighter-touch oversight of digital assets and blockchain markets, aiming to modernize U.S. financial regulation and boost innovation as crypto grows into a multitrillion-dollar force, according to chairman Mike Selig. Regulatory Uncertainty Cracks as CFTC’s ‘Future-Proof’ Plan Boosts Digital Asset Upside Mike Selig, chairman of the Commodity Futures […]

Crypto markets sell off as US stocks and global markets react to President Trump’s new tariff threats. Will the tensions put a stop to Bitcoin's start-of-year recovery?

Trader Cryptollica (@Cryptollica) is arguing that an old relative-value signal is “back” in crypto markets, pointing to the DOGE/NVIDIA ratio and an unusually depressed Dogecoin RSI reading as evidence that capital could rotate from AI-linked equities into high-beta meme coins. Dogecoin Vs. Nvidia: Rotation Incoming? In a post on X, Cryptollica said the DOGE/NVIDIA chart […]

MegaETH, the real-time EVM-compatible blockchain, announced that it will launch its mainnet on the 22nd of January. Dubbed the MegaETH stress test, it aims to process 11 billion transactions in 7 daysThe post How MegaETH targets 15K–35K TPS in 7-day mainnet stress test appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Bitcoin could slide toward $58,000–$62,000 as technical weakness persists, with veteran trader Peter Brandt flagging risky chart patterns and fading momentum that keep downside pressure in focus. Peter Brandt Puts Bitcoin’s Path Around $58K–$62K Market attention intensified after a bold downside projection for bitcoin circulated among traders. Veteran commodity and foreign exchange trader Peter Brandt, […]

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Bitcoin is trying to hold above the $91,000 level as the market searches for support, but demand remains fragile after weeks of volatility. While the recent decline has pressured sentiment, a CryptoQuant report suggests January is still shaping up as a recovery phase rather than a full breakdown. The analysis points to cautious optimism driven […]

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Fundstrat’s Tom Lee, who is also the chair of Ethereum treasury firm BitMine, still expects Bitcoin to set a new high this year.

Introduction to BTC’s Latest Move Bitcoin has been on a rollercoaster ride this year. After strong gains early on, BTC is now as fresh worries about the big economic picture shake investor confidence. This dip comes after BTC broke key […] The post Bitcoin Price Alert: BTC Slips Towards $90K Amid Surging Macro Uncertainty appeared first on Blockmanity.

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Critics question the Trove fund handling, raising trust and legal concerns, while on-chain analysis noted concentrated wallet activity in the presale that warranted scrutiny.

TLDR:   Marshall Islands completes first nationwide blockchain-powered UBI distribution using the Stellar network. USDM1 digital sovereign bond replaces weeks-long cash deliveries with instant digital wallet payments. Lomalo app powered by Crossmint, enables remote citizens to access funds in seconds, not weeks or months. Stellar Development Foundation grant funds a financial inclusion strategy across an [...] The post Marshall Islands Launches World’s First Blockchain UBI Program on Stellar Network appeared first on Blockonomi.

On Jan. 20, U.S. equities logged one of their roughest single-day pullbacks in three months as selling swept across every major index. The Dow Jones Industrial Average bore the brunt, chalking up the day’s steepest decline with an 870.74-point slide. Crypto assets weren’t spared either, as bitcoin-linked stocks also felt Tuesday’s sting. Dow Suffers Worst […]

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Geopolitical risks rising here and there are certainly the signal that crypto bears were expecting to keep pushing the market down.

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Samson Mow, chief executive officer of technology company JAN3, has characterized Bitcoin as a generational investment opportunity rather than a conventional trade.

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Are you wondering ? The total crypto market has lost billions in value over the last day. Bitcoin and other coins are sliding lower. Let’s break down what is happening and why. Current State of the Crypto Market The total […] The post Crypto Market Dip Today: Key Reasons Behind Bitcoin and Altcoin Declines appeared first on Blockmanity.

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Bitcoin [BTC] has slipped back to the $91,000 zone after failing to sustain a move above the $95,000 level it defended for most of the previous week. While the pullback reflects short-term exhaustionThe post Bitcoin pulls back to $91K - Spot buyers quietly take control appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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President Donald Trump’s recent flirtation with acquiring Greenland has drawn pushback from several European countries, prompting him to fire back with tariff threats slated for early February. The move has lit up prediction markets, where wagers now run into the millions over whether the U.S. actually pulls off a Greenland grab. Once a Joke, Now […]

TLDR: Bitcoin ETF products recorded $1.4 billion in weekly inflows, including a $760 million single-day surge Tuesday. Tariff announcements on European countries triggered rapid $850M liquidations, half across BTC and ETH trading pairs. Core CPI data showed inflation at 2.6% year-over-year, the slowest rate recorded since March 2021 supporting rally. Critical catalysts this week include [...] The post Bitcoin Surges Past $95K on ETF Inflows Before Tariff News Triggers $850M Liquidation Event appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Bitcoin dipped below $89,000 on Tuesday evening in New York as broader cryptocurrency markets remain under pressure.

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Rumors of a large-scale XRP purchase by the world’s largest asset manager, BlackRock, have captured the attention of the crypto world this week. Screenshots circulating on X suggest that the global investment company had invested over a billion dollars in the altcoin, sparking both bullish excitement and skepticism across the crypto community. BlackRock’s Rumored $1.85 […]

Ethereum is showing signs of leading the market again, similar to the pattern seen in Q2 2025. According to the blockchain analytics firm Swissblock, a key market cycle indicator flipped to ‘preThe post Ethereum’s key indicator shifts to 'predominance'- Is an ETH rally incoming? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Ethereum traders are resilient despite the ongoing price slump, as Ethereum shows a heavy accumulation zone above $3,000, hedging the asset against further losses below the level.

XRP slid deeper into a defensive posture as selling pressure persisted, technical indicators stayed bearish and global risk-off sentiment intensified, leaving the token pinned near range lows with traders wary of further downside amid heightened geopolitical and trade tensions. XRP Extends Losses as Capital Rushes out of Speculative Assets At 5:13 p.m. on Jan. 20, […]

Crypto news digest: SHIB is showing recovery potential; XRP flashes death cross; CZ calls NYSE move "bullish for crypto".

The altcoin market came under heavy pressure in the past 24 hours, with broad losses across major tokens and a sharp contraction in market capitalization excluding Bitcoin and stablecoins. AccordinThe post Altcoin market sees sharp drawdown as selling pressure accelerates appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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The cypto sector is now mired in a bear market and Bitcoin momentum has stalled. With public confidence shaken, the year ahead may offer more volatility than validation.

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TLDR BitMine has increased its Ethereum holdings to over 4.2 million ETH, solidifying its position as the largest Ethereum treasury holder. The company’s staked ether balance has surpassed 1.8 million ETH, representing more than 40% of its total Ethereum holdings. BitMine estimates its staked ether could generate more than $370 million in annual rewards once [...] The post BitMine Surpasses 4.2 Million ETH in Holdings as Staked Ether Climbs appeared first on Blockonomi.

As bitcoin’s price has drifted south, long-silent bitcoins have been stretching their legs after years in a deep freeze. This week, several sizable chunks have been on the move, peeling away from long-held vintage caches. On Monday, a wallet inactive for more than 13.5 years sprang to life, moving 909.37 BTC valued at $84.2 million. […]

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Bitcoin has slipped below the $92,000 level after a sharp decline that began on Sunday, signaling that downside pressure is still shaping market conditions. Despite the drop, bulls are trying to defend current levels and regain control, with many traders watching for a rebound that could restore confidence across the broader crypto market. The move […]

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Privacy-focused narratives gained traction across crypto markets amid intensifying debates around artificial intelligence and data regulation. That shift brought Oasis Network into focus, pushing its The post Oasis Network [ROSE] climbs 105% – Are traders rotating toward privacy AI? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Institutions are using Ethereum to launch tokenized stocks, money market funds, stablecoins, and deposits.

TLDR Delaware Life Insurance Company has partnered with BlackRock to offer Bitcoin exposure through its fixed index annuity products. The new offering includes the BlackRock U.S. Equity Balanced Risk 12% Index, blending traditional equities with Bitcoin exposure. BlackRock’s iShares Core S&P 500 ETF and iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF are key investments in the new index. [...] The post Delaware Life Adds Bitcoin Exposure to Fixed Annuity via BlackRock appeared first on Blockonomi.

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The product gives retirement investors indirect Bitcoin exposure through a BlackRock index built on the company's spot Bitcoin ETF.

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TLDR The Dogecoin Foundation-backed House of Doge is developing the ‘Such’ app to enhance Dogecoin payments and everyday commerce. The ‘Such’ app will feature a self-custodial wallet, real-time transaction feed, and tools for merchants to accept Dogecoin payments. The app aims to make it easier for users to spend Dogecoin and for small businesses to [...] The post House of Doge Unveils ‘Such’ App to Boost Dogecoin Payments by 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.

Ethereum’s network has been buzzing. Blocks are full, wallets show new activity, and on-chain counters are ticking up fast. But not all of that motion looks like real people using the chain. Related Reading: Grid Wars: Bitcoin Hashrate Drops As AI Demands More Electricity Address Poisoning On The Spotlight In a recent blog post, researcher […]

Why Investors Can’t Get Enough of and Their Record-Low Premiums In today’s fast-moving financial world, investors are showing a huge appetite for . These are debt securities issued by companies to raise money. What makes them so hot right now? […] The post Why Investors Can’t Get Enough of Corporate Bonds and Their Record-Low Premiums appeared first on Blockmanity.

Coinbase's Brian Armstrong says derailment of a key US crypto bill is a temporary setback, not a dead end.

Prediction markets posted a record-breaking week, generating more than $2.7 million in fees. Opinion and Polymarket led activity as volumes and open interest climbed across major platforms. Opinion and Polymarket Drive Record Week for Prediction Markets Prediction markets reached a new milestone last week, generating more than $2.7 million in fees, the highest weekly total […]

TLDR Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong criticizes banks for using regulatory tactics to limit competition from stablecoins. Armstrong believes Americans should be able to earn more money on their savings and that banks should compete fairly with stablecoins. Coinbase withdrew its support for a key bill after discovering issues with its draft text late in the [...] The post Coinbase CEO Calls for Fair Competition Between Banks and Stablecoins appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR Trump Media will issue digital tokens to DJT shareholders who hold at least one full share on February 2. The tokens will not represent ownership in Trump Media and cannot be traded or redeemed for cash. Token holders will receive non-financial rewards such as discounts and benefits linked to Trump Media’s products. Crypto.com will [...] The post Trump Media to Reward DJT Shareholders with Digital Tokens on Feb. 2 appeared first on Blockonomi.

Shiba Inu price continued its recent retreat as sentiment in the crypto market waned amid geopolitical risks.

Solana price broke below major volume support at the Point of Control, triggering bearish momentum and increasing capitulation risk toward $117 if the value area low fails to hold.

On Tuesday, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed plans for the country’s Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR), coinciding with a sharp decline in BTC and the overall cryptocurrency market.  All Seized Bitcoin To Be Held In Strategic Reserve In a discussion about the government’s approach to BTC and the recent seizures of the cryptocurrency, Bessent reassured […]

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Even as Bitcoin pulled back from recent highs, the stablecoin market cap has climbed to record levels! This is a pattern that has often appeared near market bottoms. At the same time, tokenized funThe post Will $307B in stablecoins save Bitcoin? Decoding the ‘idle’ liquidity narrative appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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TLDR A Massachusetts judge has ruled that Kalshi must stop offering sports-related prediction markets in the state. The ruling marks the first-ever legal decision of its kind against a prediction market platform in the United States. Kalshi argued its services are federally regulated but was found to be offering illegal sports bets under state jurisdiction. [...] The post Judge Rules Massachusetts Can Ban Kalshi’s Sports Prediction Markets appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: AlphaTON Capital operates one of ten founding Midnight nodes with monthly compensation starting Q1 2026. Partnership delivers first zero-knowledge blockchain integration within TON ecosystem for Telegram users. Revenue share model provides 20% stake on privacy technology stack with scalable network growth payments. Users maintain complete data ownership while accessing AI agents for finance, shopping, [...] The post AlphaTON Capital Partners with Midnight Foundation to Bring Privacy-Preserving AI to Telegram Users appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR President Macron condemned the use of tariffs as leverage against Europe, calling it “fundamentally unacceptable.” He criticized U.S. trade policies for undermining European export interests and demanding excessive concessions. Macron warned that tariffs against Europe would deepen the divide and destabilize global trade, especially with the U.S. and China. He emphasized the need for [...] The post Macron Criticizes U.S. Tariffs and Trade Strategy at World Economic Forum appeared first on Blockonomi.

The airdrop initiative may enhance shareholder engagement and transparency, potentially influencing future blockchain-based corporate strategies. The post Trump Media sets February 2 record date for digital token airdrop to DJT holders appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin fell below $90,000 on 21 January. The drop extends a broader pullback that a sharp wave of forced unwinds has accompanied across the crypto derivatives market. On the 12-hour timeframe, BitThe post Bitcoin drops below $90k as $708.9m crypto liquidations hit leveraged longs appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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TLDR TRON DAO has integrated Blockaid to enhance on-chain security across its network. The integration introduces transaction simulation and validation tools to prevent malicious activities. TRON DAO aims to protect over 358 million users from wallet drainers, exploits, and scam tokens. The partnership provides real-time dApp risk detection to flag malicious decentralized applications. Blockaid’s technology [...] The post TRON DAO Partners with Blockaid for Enhanced On-Chain Security appeared first on Blockonomi.

The privacy-coin crypto market has taken a noticeable knock, moving in lockstep with bitcoin and ethereum as both slid lower. While the broader crypto economy is off more than 4% over the past day, the privacy-coin segment has fared worse, slipping 9.9% against the greenback. Crypto Pullback Sparks Sharp Sell-Off Across Privacy-Focused Tokens After a […]

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Speaking at a closed-door workshop in Davos, Finance Secretary Paul Chan said digital assets require regulatory guardrails alongside innovation.

TLDR MSTR’s Bitcoin strategy, once successful, now faces significant challenges due to Bitcoin’s price decline. Despite purchasing over 22,000 Bitcoin for $2.13 billion, MSTR’s stock fell by nearly 7%. MSTR’s aggressive equity raises and increasing shareholder dilution are putting pressure on the company’s stock price. The company’s software business generates modest revenue that cannot cover [...] The post MSTR’s Bitcoin Strategy Faces Struggles as Bitcoin Price Declines appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong is doubling down on his most aggressive price targets, telling Bloomberg that Bitcoin (BTC) remains on track to hit $1 million.

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Analysts say Bitcoin’s volatile price action reflects an increasing risk of distribution as new BTC whales control the price action. Is a drop to $85,000 in play for the short-term?

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The Zcash price fell below the moving average lines after being rejected at the $600 level.

Bitcoin Magazine Trump-Appointed CFTC Chair Launches ‘Future-Proof’ Initiative, Signaling a Pro-Crypto Shift Trump-appointed CFTC Chair Mike Selig unveiled a “Future-Proof” initiative today to modernize U.S. financial regulation. This post Trump-Appointed CFTC Chair Launches ‘Future-Proof’ Initiative, Signaling a Pro-Crypto Shift first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Prediction markets are entering a new phase of maturity, and the numbers now make that shift impossible to ignore. Over the past week, the sector generated more than $2.7 million in fees, marking an all-time high for the category. The milestone signals more than rising activity. It highlights a clear change in trader behavior, platform design priorities, and how market participants choose to express conviction. Rather than betting on long-range outcomes or multi-week narratives, traders are increasingly paying for speed, resolution, and immediacy. Fees, widely considered the cleanest measure of real demand, show that willingness to pay is clustering around The post Prediction Markets Set New Fee Record As Short-Term Trading Takes Over appeared first on The Merkle News.

Tether has minted another $1 billion USDT on the Tron network, adding to a growing wave of stablecoin issuance in 2026. The fresh mint was executed by Tether Treasury and quickly flagged by on-chain trackers, reinforcing Tron’s position as one of the most active settlement layers for USDT transfers. According to blockchain data shared by OnchainLens, the transaction marks yet another major liquidity event during a period of heightened market uncertainty. This latest issuance brings Tether’s total USDT minted on Tron in 2026 to $2 billion, underscoring sustained demand for dollar-backed liquidity across crypto markets. While large USDT mints are The post Tether Mints $1 Billion USDT On Tron Amid Market Pullback appeared first on The Merkle News.

Pendle is entering a decisive new phase. The yield-trading protocol has officially unveiled sPENDLE, a liquid staking token designed to replace the long-standing vePENDLE governance lock model. The change marks one of the most significant structural upgrades in Pendle’s history, shifting the protocol away from rigid long-term lockups toward a more capital-efficient, revenue-aligned token economy. The announcement, shared by Pendle on X, confirms that sPENDLE will become the new core alignment mechanism for the ecosystem. Instead of forcing users into multi-year lockups, the protocol introduces a 14-day withdrawal period, automated emissions, and a buyback-driven reward system funded by real protocol The post Pendle Unveils sPENDLE In Major Overhaul Of Its Token Model appeared first on The Merkle News.

As 2026 gets underway, infrastructure coins are already taking the spotlight in crypto. One name in particular keeps dominating analyst reports and retail chatter: BlockDAG. With its presale set to end on January 26 at a flat price of $0.001, BDAG is being looked at as the best crypto to buy now for those looking [...] The post Final Chance to Get BlockDAG at $0.001 Before It Hits Exchanges; 2026 Targets Reach Up to $20 appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR Chainlink’s 24/5 U.S. Equities Streams offer continuous market data beyond standard trading hours. The streams provide real-time pricing, including bid/ask prices, market status flags, and last-traded prices. They enable onchain equity markets to support perpetual contracts, prediction markets, and synthetic equities. Chainlink’s solution enhances decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols with safer liquidations and precise pricing. [...] The post Chainlink Launches 24/5 U.S. Equities Streams for Continuous Market Data Access appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitcoin slid below $90,000 for the first time in more than a week as investors pull back from risk amid mounting geopolitical tensions and turmoil in bond markets.

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Wintermute says the four-year crypto cycle is over, with institutional capital flows now shaping market performance.

Bitcoin’s dominance over the broader crypto market has become the main reference point for traders trying to determine when an altcoin season will finally take shape. At the moment, Bitcoin still controls close to 60% of the total market, and this has so far kept any meaningful altcoin breakout at bay. However, according to a […]

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Large institutions continue removing Ethereum [ETH] from liquid circulation, and the pace shows no sign of slowing.  Bitmine recently staked 86,848 ETH worth $277.5 million, pushing its total stakThe post Ethereum supply shrinks: So why is ETH still stuck below $3,390? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

The commitment to adding seized Bitcoin to reserves may influence global digital asset strategies and impact future crypto regulations. The post Trump’s Treasury Secretary Bessent reiterates commitment to adding seized Bitcoin to strategic reserve appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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The preliminary injunction against the predictions market platform came at the request of Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell.

Bitcoin plunged below $90,000 on Jan. 20, briefly touching $89,180 despite Strategy’s $2.13 billion purchase of 22,305 bitcoins. Geopolitical Turmoil Drives Bitcoin Below $90,000 Bitcoin ( BTC) tumbled below the $90,000 mark on Tuesday, Jan. 20, as geopolitical tensions flared following U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to impose 10% tariffs on European nations resisting Washington’s […]

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