Privacy-first blockchains could emerge as crypto’s dominant power centers, as a16z crypto argues secrecy, not speed, may create winner-take-most dynamics and durable lock-in as onchain finance moves toward real-world adoption. Why a16z Crypto Sees Privacy Chains Reshaping Onchain Value Crypto’s next power shift may hinge less on speed and more on secrecy. Venture capital firm […]

Crypto prices today declined slightly as the market saw investors take profit following early 2028 gains. The total crypto market capitalization slipped 0.8% to $3.27 trillion. Bitcoin was trading at $92,660 at press time, down 1.4% over the past 24…

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Ethereum developers have raised the blob limit for a second time in recent weeks, a move that will allow more transactions to be batched via rollups, making them cheaper.

CryptoQuant’s head of research has highlighted how the recent high levels of Bitcoin HODLer selling were inflated by internal exchange moves. Recent Bitcoin Long-Term Holder Selling Hasn’t Been At True Record Levels In a new post on X, CryptoQuant head of research, Julio Moreno, has talked about the recent selloff from the Bitcoin long-term holders (LTHs). The LTHs refer […]

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Polkadot [DOT] and Ethena [ENA] are both up more than 20% this week, but the similarities may end there. Price alone doesn’t tell all, so here's a look at what’s really happening to The post DOT and ENA jumped 20% this week - But the similarity ends here appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Ripple says it has no plans for an initial public offering after strong fundraises, choosing to focus on execution instead. Ripple does not have a set timeline to go public and plans to remain private as it focuses on scaling…

XRP's on-chain data reveal institutional-grade liquidity entering the market alongside rising DEX activity and strong buying pressure.

Bitcoin opened the year trading above the $93,000 level, offering bulls a brief sense of relief after weeks of heavy consolidation and persistent selling pressure. The move higher suggests that buyers are still active at key demand zones and willing to defend prices above the psychological $90,000 mark. Short-term momentum has improved, and price action […]

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Stablecoins in Web3: Mastering the Tug-of-War Stablecoins are changing how we think about money in the digital world. These cryptocurrencies stay steady by tying their value to real-world assets like the US dollar. They make transfers quick and cheap, opening […] The post Stablecoins in Web3: Mastering the Innovation vs. Regulation Tug-of-War appeared first on Blockmanity.

Regulated ethereum investors are now earning on-chain yield as Grayscale pushes staking rewards directly into a U.S.-listed spot crypto ETP, marking a first-of-its-kind distribution that links ethereum staking income to traditional investment access. Grayscale Delivers First US Spot Ethereum ETP Staking Payout Yield generation reached regulated ethereum investment products through a new distribution milestone. Grayscale […]

The Morgan Stanley Capital International has postponed plans to exclude crypto treasury firms like Strategy from its indexes. MSCI has delayed plans to remove crypto-heavy treasury firms from its global equity indexes, keeping existing classifications unchanged while it reassesses how…

Cypherpunk Adam Back has frequently shot down claims that quantum computing will be a threat to Bitcoin anytime soon.

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US spot bitcoin ETFs attracted over $1.2 billion in the first two trading days of 2026, with analysts projecting annual inflows could reach $150 billion.

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Tether has introduced a new fractional unit for Tether Gold aimed at making on-chain gold easier to price, transfer, and use as a payment asset. Tether has launched a new unit of account for Tether Gold aimed at making on-chain…

Vanadi Coffee's increased Bitcoin investment highlights growing corporate adoption of digital assets, potentially influencing market dynamics. The post Vanadi Coffee boosts Bitcoin holdings to 173 BTC appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Bitcoin holders can now tap liquidity without selling, as Tim Draper backs Sats Terminal’s non-custodial bitcoin-backed lending marketplace designed to preserve long-term upside while avoiding custody risks and forced exits. Never Sell Your BTC Again? Tim Draper Backs a Non-Custodial Borrowing Market as Liquidity Fear Hits Holders Famous investor and venture capitalist Tim Draper posted […]

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It comes just weeks after White House crypto and AI czar David Sacks said the CLARITY Act was set for a Senate markup in January.

Crypto pundit Jake Claver has issued a pointed warning to XRP holders who believe price appreciation alone guarantees financial transformation. According to Claver, many investors undermine their own upside by failing to plan exits, leaving outcomes to emotion rather than strategy. In this context, XRP’s performance becomes irrelevant if holders continue to react instead of […]

As 2026 kicks off, the market is taking stock of 2025. Despite all the volatility, there were some clear divergences that set the stage for renewed rallies. Solana [SOL] is a perfect example. Last The post From TPS to BONK, here's how Solana can catch up in 2026! appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Even though the market is rallying forward, the true test comes only when larger players start selling.

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MSCI’s decision to keep digital asset treasury companies in its global benchmarks lifted a major overhang for crypto-linked stocks, easing index risk fears and stabilizing capital flow expectations across equity and digital asset markets. MSCI Keeps Digital Asset Treasury Firms in Global Indexes A key benchmark decision eased uncertainty across equity and crypto-linked markets. MSCI […]

Bitcoin is trading comfortably above the $90,000 level and is now attempting to reclaim the $94,000 zone, offering the market a sense of relief after weeks of tight consolidation and persistent sell-side pressure. While broader sentiment remains cautious, recent price stability suggests that downside momentum has slowed, allowing buyers to re-enter with more confidence. Related […]

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Shiba Inu [SHIB] has started the year with a big 30%+ move! At first glance, it looks like just another memecoin surge, but there's more to it that's worth taking a good look at. What'sThe post Shiba Inu jumps 30%! But why does SHIB's current rally look different? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

MSCI's pause on excluding digital asset treasury firms highlights ongoing uncertainty in index inclusion, impacting market stability and investment strategies. The post Strategy stock soars as MSCI pauses plan to drop digital asset treasury firms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The Community Bankers Council has asked the Senate for a crypto market structure bill that will ban exchanges and others offering interest on stablecoins.

Bitchat developer Calle boldly said, “You can’t stop us” as Uganda threatened to block Bitchat ahead of its election next week.

Chainlink (LINK) is showing signs of renewed momentum as it approaches a key resistance level at $14.50, signaling a potential breakout in the short term. Related Reading: How SWIFT Could End Up Working With XRP For Global Payments The token’s price has been consolidating within a defined trading channel, with investors closely watching whether it […]

Uniswap [UNI] is setting up either for a massive rally or a breakdown. While Uniswap's price has been stagnant since late December, the activities on the chain have given mixed sentiments. ImpactThe post Uniswap: Could 5M UNI token move put KEY support at risk? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Spot bitcoin ETFs roared into 2026 with explosive inflows, signaling intensifying investor demand and a shift toward sustained, large-scale adoption that could reshape how capital gains exposure to bitcoin. Bitcoin ETFs Just Sent a Warning Shot — $1.2B in 2 Days Has Institutions Piling in Spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) surged into 2026 with unmistakable […]

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Riot Platforms' Bitcoin sale highlights the strategic shift towards funding growth and operational efficiency, impacting future market dynamics. The post Riot Platforms sells $161 million in Bitcoin, trimming its holdings to 18,005 BTC appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Dogecoin [DOGE] fell below a two-week range formation at the end of December but made a V-reversal. At the time of writing, it was challenging the highs from December and could see a much bigger raThe post Dogecoin recovers December losses - Here's why a breakout is likely appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Wall Street’s biggest players are moving decisively into crypto, committing capital, branding power, and regulated products as digital assets shift from side projects to core institutional priorities. Big Banks Accelerate Full-Scale Push Into Crypto Major financial institutions are rapidly escalating their involvement in crypto as strategic priorities shift across Wall Street. A senior industry executive […]

TLDR: Solvexia’s automation reduces reconciliation time from days to minutes with 98% fewer errors reported Combined platform handles both fiat and digital asset transactions across multiple jurisdictions Enterprise regulatory reporting transformed from weeks to hours through automated workflows systems GTreasury serves over 1,000 customers globally with four decades of treasury management expertise GTreasury has completed [...] The post GTreasury Acquires Solvexia to Automate Financial Reconciliation and Compliance Reporting appeared first on Blockonomi.

After the death of Rep. Doug LaMalfa (R-CA), the Republican House majority narrows. Democrats could also strengthen their hand, and delay passage of a key crypto bill.

Bitcoin and Ethereum are showing renewed momentum after recovering and rising by more than 7% in the past week. As bearish trends slowly reverse, a crypto analyst has shared a detailed analysis of the ETH/BTC chart, predicting the trading pair’s next moves. The analysis highlights key upside targets and identifies a specific sell zone, signaling […]

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Render outperformed its artificial intelligence sector peers on 6 January 2026, posting a sharp double-digit rally. The token climbed over 21% intraday to trade near $2.53 at press time, according The post RENDER outpaces LINK and TAO with 21% rally – Watch THIS closely! appeared first on AMBCrypto.

This content is provided by a sponsor. From K-pop stages to hacker houses, KBW2025 showed that blockchain is more than finance – it’s a global cultural movement shaped by music, innovation, and community. Where Innovation Meets Identity in Seoul Seoul became a living showcase of culture, technology, and creativity during Korea Blockchain Week 2025 (KBW2025). […]

TLDR: Hyperliquid’s daily trading volume doubled to $32 billion while open interest quadrupled to $16 billion. The platform expanded to 1.4 million users and achieved $6 billion TVL without any venture capital funding. HyperEVM launched with native USDC integration and permissionless validator set during the growth period. Daily protocol revenue reached $20 million peak, representing [...] The post Hyperliquid Hits $32B Daily Volume Record as Self-Funded DEX Triples TVL in 2025 appeared first on Blockonomi.

The U.S. capture of Venezuelan strongman Nicolás Maduro has done more than upend Caracas—it has sent shockwaves through global prediction markets.

Morgan Stanley, like other U.S. banks, largely stayed in the crypto back seat, serving mainly as custodians while asset managers handled issuance. No more.

Following the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, debate has intensified over whether the U.S. government might replicate such action elsewhere. This week, capital continues to flow into prediction markets, where bettors are staking wagers on whether countries such as Cuba, Mexico, Colombia, Iran, and even Greenland could face similar treatment. Markets of Speculation: How […]

TLDR Cristiano Amon named robotics as Qualcomm’s next AI focus after expanding into automotive and industrial sectors. He emphasized that robotics relies on edge AI, requiring high compute power and low energy consumption. Qualcomm is working with Figure AI and KUKA to showcase humanoid and industrial robots at CES 2026. Industrial robots could enter production [...] The post Qualcomm CEO Calls Robotics the Next AI Wave at CES 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Whale wallets holding 10-10,000 BTC accumulated 56,227 coins since December 17 marking market bottom. Retail addresses with less than 0.01 BTC started selling over past 24 hours fearing bull trap rally. Santiment classifies whale accumulation with retail dumping as very bullish cryptocurrency configuration. Current market setup shows higher probability for continued crypto market capitalization [...] The post Bitcoin Whales Accumulate 56,227 BTC as Retail Traders Sell, Santiment Reports appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR: FSC discussed payment suspension during the November meeting to freeze accounts before formal prosecution begins. The stock market model froze 75 accounts worth 100 billion won, preventing 20 billion won in unrealized profits. Personal wallet transfers make virtual assets easier to conceal than traditional financial instruments completely. A payment suspension system may be included [...] The post South Korea’s FSC Considers Payment Suspension System for Virtual Asset Market Manipulation appeared first on Blockonomi.

In an X post, Chainlink described the move as enabling “a new generation of markets across stocks, ETFs, & much more,” citing its Data Streams product as the backbone.

Token unlocks can be a double-edged sword for the market.  From an economic standpoint, a high token supply can weigh on sentiment, especially if underlying bid pressure is weak. Yet, the upcomingThe post Altcoins face $657 mln supply shock: Is capital moving away from Bitcoin? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes is betting that U.S. politics, not crypto fundamentals, will drive the next major leg higher for BTC.

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Top 10 Cryptocurrencies Leading the Charge on January 6, 2026 With over 17,000 cryptocurrencies out there, picking the right ones can feel like a big challenge. But don’t worry. We have screened the market to bring you the . These […] The post Top 10 Cryptocurrencies Leading the Charge on January 6, 2026 appeared first on Blockmanity.

TLDR: Bitcoin must reclaim $100K cost basis of 6-12 month holders to confirm bullish trend structure shift Trading below this threshold historically maintains bearish momentum and elevates downside risk levels DeMark 13 exhaustion signal and Trend Chameleon flip indicate selling pressure depletion and regime shift Current macro setup mirrors 2021 conditions with historical median 90-day [...] The post Bitcoin’s $100K Level Emerges as Key Condition for Crypto Market Trend Reversal appeared first on Blockonomi.

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The suspected scammers are using leaked order data to personalize messages, making the emails much harder to dismiss.

A key U.S. legislative effort to regulate the cryptocurrency market is facing delays that could push the passage of the crypto market structure bill to 2027, with full implementation possibly extending to 2029. Related Reading: How SWIFT Could End Up Working With XRP For Global Payments Analysts at TD Cowen warn that political dynamics in […]

TLDR: Polygon burns 1 million POL daily, projecting a 3.5% annual supply reduction if the trend continues through 2026. The daily burn rate exceeds staking rewards by 2x, with burns at 3.5% versus a 1.5% annual emission rate. Polygon PoS generated $380K in one day, surpassing Aptos’s entire 2025 revenue of $270K in 24 hours. [...] The post Polygon’s S-Curve Moment: Daily POL Burns Hit 1M as Staking Locks 3.6B Tokens appeared first on Blockonomi.

The crypto market is heating up in 2026, and investors are on the lookout for the top crypto coins that could skyrocket this year. From Stellar (XLM) powering global payments, to Hyperliquid innovating decentralized trading, and the explosive presale sensation APEMARS ($APRZ), opportunities are everywhere. Every project has its unique strength, whether it’s real-world utility, [...] The post Top Crypto Coins 2026: APEMARS Million Dollar Presale Opens Doors, Stellar & Hyperliquid Could Explode Soon appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitcoin Magazine Senate Republicans Makes ‘Closing Offer’ on Crypto Market Structure Bill as Tim Scott Pushes Markup Senate Republicans proposed a “closing offer” on ongoing crypto legislation as Tim Scott plans markup next week. This post Senate Republicans Makes ‘Closing Offer’ on Crypto Market Structure Bill as Tim Scott Pushes Markup first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin options traders are positioning for a move back toward $100,000 after a sharp late-2025 selloff. Improving flows into crypto investment products and broader risk-on markets are helping rebuild confidence. Options Market Signals Renewed Bitcoin Optimism Bitcoin derivatives traders are increasingly betting that the world’s largest cryptocurrency could revisit the $100,000 level, following a steep […]

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A protocol-level flaw allowed assets to be duplicated rather than minted, prompting a network halt and a governance-led recovery process.

TLDR MSCI decided not to exclude digital asset treasury companies from its Global Investable Market Indexes. Existing DATCOs will remain included if they continue to meet standard index eligibility requirements. MSCI will defer share increases, inclusion factor changes, and size-segment movements for DATCOs. The decision followed investor feedback raising concerns about DATCOs resembling investment funds. [...] The post MSCI Confirms DATCOs Will Remain in Indexes Through February 2026 Review appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR Nvidia launched Alpamayo, a new AI platform aimed at enhancing reasoning in self-driving vehicles. Mercedes will release a driverless car using Alpamayo, starting in the U.S. before expanding globally. Alpamayo is open-source and available on Hugging Face, enabling free access and retraining by developers. Nvidia plans to launch a robotaxi service but has not [...] The post Nvidia Unveils Alpamayo AI to Power Next-Gen Self-Driving Cars appeared first on Blockonomi.

On the next episode of "What's Happening with Bitcoin [BTC]..." mixed signals run abound and large players are preparing! Meanwhile, smaller holders are stepping back, with ETF flows moving steadily. The post Bitcoin - Whales buy 56K BTC as smaller holders sell – Who’s right this time? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Canaan‘s pilot program will use the miner‘s liquid cooling systems to supplement the power needed to heat intake water for the greenhouses, helping grow tomatoes.

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MSCI announced it will keep digital asset treasury companies in its global indexes, citing investor feedback and the need for further study on non-operating firms.

Bitcoin Magazine MSCI Will Not Exclude Bitcoin Treasury Companies Like Michael Saylor’s Strategy From Global Indexes MSCI has ended its review of digital asset treasury companies and opted to keep them eligible for its major indexes, allowing bitcoin-heavy firms like Strategy to remain included under existing rules. This post MSCI Will Not Exclude Bitcoin Treasury Companies Like Michael Saylor’s Strategy From Global Indexes first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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TLDR: Supreme Court opinion day Friday marks first chance for ruling on Trump’s contested tariff policy November arguments revealed justices skeptical of president’s authority under 1977 emergency law Trump imposed 10-50% duties on most imports plus additional levies on Canada, Mexico, and China Ruling against tariffs would deliver Trump’s biggest legal defeat since returning to [...] The post Supreme Court Set to Rule on Trump’s Global Tariffs This Friday appeared first on Blockonomi.

US Senator Cynthia Lummis on Tuesday pushed back after reports that the US Department of Justice moved and likely sold seized Bitcoin that some lawmakers expected to be held as a national asset. Related Reading: Is Venezuela Controlling A $60 Billion Bitcoin Reserve, Or Is It Just A Rumor? According to on-chain tracking and multiple […]

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Bitcoin (BTC) rose to $94,000 but was rejected. This is the third time the BTC price has retested the resistance at $94,000.

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TLDR Trump told House Republicans that losing the 2026 midterms could trigger another impeachment attempt. He stressed party unity and framed elections as a defense against future Democratic-led investigations. Trump cited his past impeachments as unjust and politically motivated, referencing both 2019 and 2021 cases. His remarks were made on the fifth anniversary of the [...] The post Trump Warns House Republicans of Impeachment Risk if Midterms Are Lost appeared first on Blockonomi.

The Solana-native token is backed by USDtb and USDC and is designed to serve as a settlement asset across Jupiter’s DeFi stack.

Bitcoin’s Jan. 6 surge past $94,000 quickly reversed to $91,500 erasing over 2% and triggering $96.5 million in long liquidations as total crypto market cap slipped by $70 billion. While skeptics framed the initial surge as a “dead cat bounce,” institutional inflows of $1.1 billion into spot exchange-traded funds and metrics showing strong accumulation suggest […]

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Ripple President Monica Long has poured cold water on hopes for an imminent initial public offering (IPO), telling Bloomberg that the crypto giant currently plans to remain private following a massive year of expansion.

With Bitcoin (BTC) prices experiencing a significant recovery this week, analysts are increasingly optimistic about the potential for further rallies. Notably, Gautam Chhugani from Bernstein has declared that the bottom for Bitcoin has already been reached at $80,000, signaling a promising outlook for the digital asset. New Bull Run Expected In a recent note, Chhugani […]

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Ethena announced the launch of the JupUSD on the Solana network. It was the latest Ethena Whitelabel stablecoin to go live. The launch of the stablecoin leverages the Ethena infrastructure to allowThe post Ethena rebounds from December lows – Can ENA hold above $0.24? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Holds $92,000 as Wall Street Analysts Signal Market Bottom Bitcoin hovered near $92,000 as analysts, including Bernstein, pointed to improving technical and macro signals suggesting the cryptocurrency has likely bottomed after a steep fourth-quarter sell-off and may be positioned for a rebound. This post Bitcoin Holds $92,000 as Wall Street Analysts Signal Market Bottom first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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The Shiba Inu community has discovered a new fraudulent scheme targeting active SHIB wallets to rip ignorant holders off their funds by manipulating transaction histories.

Adams argues automated market makers are quietly winning where capital is cheap and volatility is low, like stablecoin pools.

The crypto market pulled back on Tuesday after weeks of gains, with total market capitalization slipping to $3.2 trillion as Bitcoin fell roughly 2.3% to around $92,000.

xAI closed a $20B Series E to expand Colossus compute and scale Grok products across , Tesla, and enterprise apps. The post xAI raises $20B Series E to scale Grok and build world’s largest AI infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The former CFTC commissioner and Donald Trump’s first pick to chair the agency will join investment company SUI Group's board and support the company’s treasury strategy.

Strategy opened 2026 with a $116 million Bitcoin buy, even after sitting on a $17 billion unrealised Q4 loss. Conviction money rarely waits for calm markets, and security risks haven’t gone away either. Ledger confirmed a data leak at an e-commerce partner, while hundreds of EVM wallets were drained in a broad exploit. Maturity hasn’t [...] The post What Crypto to Buy Now in January 2026: Strategy Bets Big on BTC, DeepSnitch AI Tops $1M Raised With Launch Coming appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Bitcoin’s liquidation map is still heavily biased toward a downside liquidity sweet, but a swift rally to $100,000 could quickly turn the tables in the bulls’ favor.

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Bitcoin climbed toward the $94,000 mark on the 5th of January, pressing into a key resistance zone near $94,700. The move came as institutional demand resurfaced, led by a fresh Bitcoin purchase from The post Bitcoin nears $95K as Strive adds $100mln - Can BTC hold this momentum? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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With just 22 days remaining before the Jan. 28, 2026, Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, futures traders and prediction markets are sending a unified message: a rate cut looks very unlikely. Rate-Cut Hopes Fade as Markets Brace for a January Hold According to CME Fedwatch data derived from federal funds futures pricing, the market […]

$1.6M Blockchain Fraud Lawsuit: Investor Accuses Power Broker of Massive Deception In the fast-moving world of blockchain and crypto investments, stories of huge wins often grab headlines. But behind the hype, there are risks. One investor now claims he lost […] The post $1.6M Blockchain Fraud Lawsuit: Investor Accuses Power Broker of Massive Deception appeared first on Blockmanity.

Vitalik Buterin, the founder of Ethereum (ETH), has announced new improvements to address persistent challenges in the decentralized network. The announcement comes as the Ethereum price surges more than 8% from the beginning of the year, signaling a strong rebound from previous bearish trends.    Ethereum Founder Introduces Solutions To Network Issues Buterin has returned with […]

Solana trades around $140 as analysts watch the $146 level for direction, with whales accumulating and a MACD buy signal hinting at upside.

Venezuelas IBC index jumped over 100% YTD following the US capture of Nicols Maduro, as investors bet on post-regime reforms. The post Venezuela stock market surges 100% amid post-Maduro optimism appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The midterm elections in November could cause some Senate Democrats to withhold support for the Responsible Financial Innovation Act due to conflict of interest concerns.

Top US exchange Gemini has attempted to decode the ongoing XRP rally with the help of the Grok AI bot.

IO DeFi promotes a structured, explainable cloud mining model, addressing transparency and risk concerns in crypto. In traditional financial crime investigations, law enforcement agencies are always most concerned with three questions: whether funds are traceable, whether liability is clear, and…

While the crypto market boomed in 2025 amid widespread adoption, Polygon recorded minimal to no gains on its price charts.  Even though POL underperformed, its network usage and adoption rate reacThe post Polygon: After deflation and network adoption, can POL's price reset in 2026? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

ETH’s price chart shows a confirmed double bottom pattern with a $3,900 price target. Here are the necessary factors to make it happen.

Moon Hash enables compliant cloud computing returns for BTC and ETH, redefining access in regulated crypto markets. Reality has changed. With clear regulations and digital sovereignty in Europe and the US, the crypto world is no longer a place where…

Morgan Stanley has taken a decisive step into the regulated crypto investment market, filing its first-ever cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds with U.S. regulators. The investment bank submitted applications to launch a spot Bitcoin ETF and a spot Solana ETF, marking a significant expansion of its digital asset strategy. The filings, submitted to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), propose the Morgan Stanley Bitcoin Trust and the Morgan Stanley Solana Trust, both designed to track the spot prices of their respective cryptocurrencies. If approved, the products would place Morgan Stanley alongside major crypto ETF issuers such as BlackRock and Fidelity, further The post Morgan Stanley Enters Crypto ETF Race With Bitcoin And Solana Filings appeared first on The Merkle News.

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Solana's (SOL) price has broken above the moving average lines, reaching a high of $137.50.

Polygon’s proof-of-stake (PoS) chain is recording a defining moment in its economic evolution. The network has reached a new all-time high in daily fees burned, eliminating more than 3 million POL tokens in a single 24-hour period, equivalent to roughly 0.03% of the total supply. The milestone was confirmed by Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal, who described the surge as a clear sign that the chain has entered its long-anticipated growth phase. The scale of the burn reflects a sharp increase in real network usage rather than speculative activity. Fees generated through actual transactions are now consistently removing POL from circulation, The post Polygon PoS Sets New Record In Daily Fees Burned appeared first on The Merkle News.

TLDR: Polymarket maintains fee-free trading across most prediction markets with no deposit or withdrawal charges. The platform now charges taker fees exclusively on 15-minute crypto markets to fund liquidity incentives. Collected fees are redistributed daily in USDC to market makers participating in the rebates program. Programmatic traders must update API clients to handle the new [...] The post Polymarket Launches Maker Rebates Program With Taker Fees on 15-Minute Crypto Markets appeared first on Blockonomi.

A trader's $321 investment in 114514 ballooned into $2.18 million within just eleven days.

The potential delay in crypto legislation could hinder regulatory clarity, impacting market stability and innovation in the crypto sector. The post David Sacks reportedly met with lawmakers to discuss crypto market structure bill this morning appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin Magazine Michael Saylor’s Strategy Bought 1,286 BTC Last Week, Increases USD Reserve to $2.25B Michael Saylor’s Strategy bought 1,286 BTC for $116 million, raising its Bitcoin holdings to 673,783 BTC and U.S. dollar reserves to $2.25 billion. This post Michael Saylor’s Strategy Bought 1,286 BTC Last Week, Increases USD Reserve to $2.25B first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Tether introduced Scudo on Tuesday, a new unit of account for its gold-backed token XAUT, as bullion prices climb to historic highs and interest in digital gold alternatives continues to build. As Gold Climbs in Value, Tether Launches Scudo for XAUT Transactions Gold prices are leaving little room for subtlety. As of Jan. 6, gold […]

The stablecoin issuer says its Scudo unit could make gold easier to transact digitally as prices surge and institutional demand accelerates.

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