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U.S. government enters partial shutdown, here's how it impacts bitcoin and ether
A partial U.S. government shutdown began, adding uncertainty to crypto markets where Bitcoin and Ether prices fell ahead of a key Monday House vote.
Japan’s banking giant Nomura tightens crypto risk controls as market setbacks hit European operations
Nomura is tightening crypto risk controls following losses in its European operations due to digital asset market setbacks.
Polymarket, Kalshi contract limits demonstrated in latest U.S. government shutdown fight
The impending partial U.S. government shutdown highlights the critical need for specificity in prediction market contracts like those on Polymarket and Kalshi.
Tether (USDT) net profits top $10 billion in 2025, held $17 billion gold and $8 billion bitcoin
Tether reported over $10 billion in net profits for 2025, holding $17.4 billion in gold and $8.4 billion in Bitcoin.
Here's how Elon Musk's SpaceX–Tesla merger could impact 20,000 bitcoin (BTC)
Potential merger talks between SpaceX and Tesla would consolidate nearly 20,000 bitcoin, making the combined entity a top global corporate BTC holder.
Moltbook news: A Reddit-like social network for AI agents is getting weird, and memecoin traders are cashing in
Moltbook, a viral social network for autonomous AI agents, is seeing strange activity while memecoin traders profit from associated tokens.
I predicted Bitcoin falling to $49k this year and January delivered some very concerning red flags
The author notes that while Bitcoin price remains high, underlying metrics like transaction fees and ETF flows show concerning weakness aligning with a prior $49k bear thesis.
Tether rakes in over $10 billion net profit in 2025 as excess reserves top $6.3 billion
Tether reported over $10 billion in net profit for 2025, with excess reserves reaching $6.3 billion backed largely by U.S. Treasuries.
Tether reports $10B profit in 2025 as USDT circulation surges past $186B
Tether posted over $10 billion in net profit for 2025 as USDT circulation exceeded $186 billion.
Plan B Network Launches CypherTank, a Bitcoin Pitch Series Showcasing Builders and Ideas
Plan B Network has launched CypherTank, a Bitcoin-focused pitch series debuting January 31, 2026, to showcase builders and foster community discussion.
Coinbase, crypto and bank organizations set to hash out stablecoin rewards at White House summit on Monday
Representatives from Coinbase, crypto groups, and banks will meet at the White House Monday to discuss stablecoin rewards regulation.
Tennessee Lawmakers To Weigh Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Bill
Tennessee lawmakers are considering a bill allowing the state to hold a limited portion of its public funds in Bitcoin.
Cardano secures $70B liquidity injection that finally solves the network’s biggest missing piece for investors
Cardano secured an integration agreement to bring USDCx, a Circle-linked stablecoin, to its ecosystem to solve its critical lack of dollar liquidity.
The Binance Playbook: Why Crypto Twitter Hates the Biggest Exchange?
Crypto Twitter is fiercely criticizing Binance and CZ over alleged market manipulation during an October crash and subsequent industry stagnation.
JPMorgan says bitcoin futures oversold as silver flips overbought, sees $8,500 gold long term
JPMorgan analysts find bitcoin futures oversold while gold and silver are overbought, projecting long-term gold prices up to $8,500.
How Europe’s Right Wing Weaponized Crypto After Trump’s Election
European right-wing parties are adopting pro-crypto stances, mirroring Donald Trump's strategy to attract a growing base of digital asset owners.
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan on bitcoin, ethereum, solana, central banks and more
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan predicts Bitcoin could reach $6.5 million in 20 years based on global debt trends.
Gold just erased $5.5 trillion in value and Bitcoin bulls see one huge opening ahead
After gold's record rally caused a $5.5 trillion market cap swing and subsequent pullback, Bitcoin traders anticipate potential capital rotation into the digital asset.
Jamie Dimon Tells Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong He’s ‘Full of Sh—’ in Davos Clash: WSJ
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon confronted Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong in Davos, calling him "full of s—" over crypto yield competition.
U.S. claims $400 million from Helix, a notorious bitcoin mixer used on the darknet
The U.S. government seized over $400 million in assets linked to the darknet bitcoin mixing service, Helix.
Silver plunges 35% in historic reversal in worst intraday loss ever
Silver experienced its largest intraday loss ever, plunging over 35% before partially recovering, following a historic rally.
WisdomTree reports $2.24 billion crypto AUM as CEO says tokenization adds ‘momentum today while still early’
WisdomTree reported $2.24 billion in crypto AUM, with the CEO noting tokenization is adding early momentum to the business.
Dollar trade might explain bitcoin's terrible week
Bitcoin's recent sharp decline appears linked to a strengthening U.S. dollar rather than crypto-specific issues.
What Crypto Whales Are Buying For Potential Gains In February 2026
Crypto whales are accumulating Shiba Inu (SHIB), Pendle (PENDLE), and Cardano (ADA) based on technical reversal signals despite recent market weakness.
The gold and silver bubbles may have popped; what it means for bitcoin (BTC)
Precious metals crashed significantly, with silver down 35% and gold 12%, while Bitcoin held near $83,000.
Kazakhstan allocates $350M from sovereign wealth fund to crypto reserve
Kazakhstan is setting aside $350 million from its National Fund to establish a national crypto reserve managed by the National Investment Corporation.
The Daily: Trump names crypto-friendly Kevin Warsh as Fed chair nominee, Binance pledges $1 billion SAFU fund to bitcoin, and more
Key news includes Trump naming Kevin Warsh as a crypto-friendly Fed chair pick, and Binance converting its $1B SAFU fund to Bitcoin.
Visa and Mastercard aren’t buying the stablecoin hype for everyday payments
Visa and Mastercard executives expressed skepticism about the immediate utility of stablecoins for mainstream consumer payments.
Coinbase's (COIN) Brian Armstrong was snubbed by top executives from the biggest U.S. banks in Davos: WSJ
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong faced icy receptions from top U.S. bank executives in Davos regarding crypto legislation.
Bitcoin Rainbow Chart Signals ‘Fire Sale’ Zone as BTC Enters Undervalued Territory
Bitcoin's price has dropped into the Bitcoin Rainbow Chart's 'fire sale' zone, indicating deep undervaluation after a significant drawdown.
What to Expect From XRP Price in February 2026
XRP faces technical downside risks due to a descending channel and historical weakness in February, despite bullish divergences and whale accumulation.
October Trump tariff trader loses $100M erasing all 10/10 gains after price dip
A prominent Hyperliquid trader lost $100M in unrealized profit, erasing all gains after a price dip, highlighting the risks of transparent leverage.
Silver plunges over 20% as gold extends selloff after record highs
Gold and silver experienced sharp declines following record highs, driven by profit-taking, a stronger dollar, and a shift in Fed leadership.
Anthony Pompliano: Forget inflation, bitcoin’s price action is explained by deflation and de-dollarization
Anthony Pompliano and Jeff Park suggest Bitcoin's price is driven by deflation and de-dollarization, not inflation, as institutions integrate it into legacy systems.
Saylor says Kevin Warsh will become first pro-Bitcoin Fed chair
Michael Saylor predicts Kevin Warsh, nominated by Trump, will be the first pro-Bitcoin Chairman of the Federal Reserve.
Kevin Warsh’s return to the Fed sparks bitcoin jitters over rates, balance sheet cuts
Kevin Warsh's nomination as Fed chair caused market jitters due to his views favoring monetary discipline and skepticism toward bitcoin.
Amboss Launches ‘RailsX,’ a Bitcoin-Native Exchange Built on Lightning
Amboss launched RailsX, a new peer-to-peer exchange utilizing the Lightning Network for direct bitcoin and stablecoin trading.
NinjaTrader launches in Europe as retail futures ‘become a global expectation’
NinjaTrader has launched its futures trading platform in Europe, starting with the Netherlands and Germany.
TheDAO’s leftover rescue money sat for a decade now it’s becoming Ethereum’s permanent $220M security budget
Leftover funds from the 2016 DAO hack are being converted into a staked endowment to permanently fund Ethereum's smart contract security.
Who Is Trump’s Fed Chair Pick Kevin Warsh, And Is He Good for Crypto?
President Trump nominated Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair, a known inflation hawk whose appointment could impact 2026 interest rates and crypto policy.
Fed chair nominee Kevin Warsh not necessarily a hawk, says close colleague Stanley Druckenmiller
Stanley Druckenmiller believes Kevin Warsh, Trump's Fed chair pick, is not strictly a hawk, calling him the best-equipped candidate.
Citi (C) says CLARITY Act momentum builds, but DeFi fight could stall crypto bill
Citi believes the CLARITY Act is key for digital asset legitimacy, but DeFi disputes risk delaying final passage beyond 2026.
Amboss unveils Lightning-native P2P platform RailsX for bitcoin and stablecoin swaps
Amboss introduced RailsX, a new Lightning-native P2P platform enabling atomic swaps between bitcoin and stablecoins with self-custody.
BGB Set to List on Kraken
BGB is scheduled to list on the Kraken exchange, furthering its global expansion following its migration to the Morph Foundation.
Brazil’s Nubank gets conditional approval to establish US national bank
Brazil's Nubank received conditional OCC approval to form a US national trust bank, Nubank, N.A.
Bitcoin reversal on the cards after $1.7 billion liquidation wave flushed out overleveraged traders
A massive $1.7 billion liquidation wave, driven by thin liquidity and macro concerns, flushed out overleveraged Bitcoin traders, suggesting a potential market reversal.
SoFi posts first $1 billion revenue quarter as profit reaches $174 million in Q4 amid crypto expansion
SoFi achieved its first $1 billion revenue quarter in Q4 with $174 million in profit, alongside significant crypto initiatives.
Binance to Move $1 Billion User Protection Fund Into Bitcoin 
Binance will convert its $1 billion SAFU fund from stablecoins entirely into Bitcoin over the next 30 days.
Norway sovereign wealth fund’s indirect bitcoin exposure grew 149% in 2025 to 9,573 BTC: K33
Norway's sovereign wealth fund's indirect Bitcoin exposure increased by 149% in 2025, reaching 9,573 BTC, primarily through holdings in companies like Strategy.
Kraken-backed KRAKacquisition Corp completes $345 million upsized IPO, begins Nasdaq trading
Kraken-linked SPAC KRAKacquisition Corp completed an upsized $345 million IPO and began trading on Nasdaq.
US Senate advances new crypto law yet CLARITY gridlock might kill the bill for good
The Senate Agriculture Committee advanced the CLARITY Act, but gridlock in the Banking Committee over stablecoin rewards threatens the bill's passage.
Lido’s new stVaults will let L2s create their own rules for Ethereum staking
Lido launched stVaults, allowing external teams to customize Ethereum staking rules while using Lido's infrastructure and liquidity.
Lido rolls out stVaults on mainnet with Day 1 users including Linea, Nansen and several institutional stakers
Lido has launched its stVaults staking primitive on mainnet, enabling customizable staking setups for institutions and protocols.
Bitcoin slides out of top 10 global assets by market value
Bitcoin dropped to 11th place globally by market capitalization amid a significant digital asset market downturn.
3 Altcoins To Watch This Weekend | January 31 – February 1
This analysis highlights Dogecoin (DOGE), Stable (STABLE), and Polygon (POL) as three altcoins at critical technical levels for the weekend of January 31 – February 1.
Trump Names Bitcoin-Friendly Kevin Warsh as Pick for Federal Reserve Chair
President Trump nominated Kevin Warsh, known for his crypto-friendly views, to be the next Federal Reserve Chair.
Zoomex Unveils “ZOOMEX Welcomes You Home”: A Premium Trading Initiative for Europe Featuring $4,000 Incentives and Elite Sporting Access
Zoomex launched "ZOOMEX Welcomes You Home," a European campaign offering up to $4,000 in incentives and access to FIFA World Cup and Formula 1 events.
Signs That Tokenized Copper Demand Could Surge in 2026
Growing structural copper scarcity, driven by AI and electrification, suggests tokenized copper demand could surge in 2026.
Ripple news: XRP-linked firm rolls out platform after $1 billion GTreasury deal
Ripple launched Ripple Treasury, integrating cash and digital assets following its $1 billion GTreasury acquisition.
Justin Sun says Tron will boost Bitcoin reserves after Binance call
Tron founder Justin Sun announced that Tron will increase its Bitcoin holdings following Binance's move to convert $1 billion of its SAFU fund to BTC.
Altcoins outside the top 10 won’t recover when Bitcoin finally rebounds, and here’s why
Altcoins outside the top 10 face structural headwinds that prevent recovery alongside Bitcoin due to market concentration.
Tumbling market sets giants into 'plunge protection' mode: Crypto Daybook Americas
Major crypto players, including Binance, initiated 'plunge protection' measures as Bitcoin neared $81,000 amid broader market declines.
Trump names crypto-friendly Kevin Warsh as pick for Fed chair
President Trump nominated Kevin Warsh, known for his crypto-friendly views and hawkish inflation stance, to be the next Federal Reserve Chair.
Nubank wins conditional U.S. banking approval as regulators reopen door to crypto
Latin America's largest digital bank, Nubank, received conditional U.S. approval to offer crypto custody and other banking services.
3 Altcoins That Could Hit New All-Time Highs In February 2026
The article analyzes three altcoins—NIGHT, HYPE, and XMR—that show potential for reaching new all-time highs in February 2026 based on technical indicators and development roadmaps.
Whale Research Analysis: Market Outlook 2026 on Liquidity, Expectations, and the New Market Order
The 2026 outlook suggests markets are shifting from efficiency-focused globalization to regionalization, demanding portfolio realignment around supply constraints, capex, and policy.
Trump taps Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve
President Trump nominated Kevin Warsh, a former Fed Governor, to become the next Chairman of the Federal Reserve.
Risk assets retreat as BTC, ETH prices drop further, dollar strengthens: Crypto Markets Today
Crypto markets extended declines with Bitcoin and Ether falling, while precious metals dropped and the dollar strengthened amid high liquidations.
Bitcoin slides below $83K as Wall Street pulls over $1B from crypto ETFs after Fed pause
Bitcoin dropped below $83K following the Fed's rate pause, as investors pulled over $1 billion from crypto ETFs.
What Factors Could Help Solana Absorb Rising Selling Pressure
Despite recent price drops, Solana's ecosystem growth, including active addresses and stablecoin adoption, may counter selling pressure.