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How solo Bitcoin miners hit 22 blocks hit in 12 months as another hit the jackpot this week
Solo Bitcoin miners found 22 blocks in the last year, with one recently hitting the jackpot despite extremely low individual odds.
UK Scraps Mandatory Digital ID Plans as Crypto Privacy Tech Gains Ground
The UK government dropped mandatory digital ID plans for work checks following significant public and political backlash over privacy concerns.
Ripple Receives Luxembourg Green Light For EMI License
Ripple obtained preliminary approval for an Electronic Money Institution license from Luxembourg's CSSF.
Ripple secures preliminary EMI license approval in Luxembourg as EU payments push advances
Ripple received preliminary approval for an Electronic Money Institution license from Luxembourg's CSSF regulator to expand its EU payments business.
$6 Billion BTC Buying Spree Hits Exchanges as Bitcoin Price Races toward $100,000
Massive $6 billion in BTC inflows into major exchanges coincided with Bitcoin's sharp price surge toward $100,000.
Pakistan signs MOU with World Liberty Financial to explore USD1 stablecoin
Pakistan's regulator signed an MoU with World Liberty Financial to explore integrating the USD1 stablecoin into its cross-border payments.
Backpack launches closed-beta prediction markets with cross-margin feature
Backpack Exchange launched a closed beta for its crypto prediction market product, 'Unified Prediction Portfolio,' featuring cross-margin capabilities.
Ethereum Overtakes L2s Base and Arbitrum on Active Users
Ethereum's active user count has surpassed major Layer 2 networks like Base and Arbitrum, coinciding with record-low transaction fees and ongoing network upgrades.
Gate Further Expands TradFi Feature, Broadens Contract for Difference (CFD) Trading Scenarios of Traditional Financial Assets
Gate has expanded its TradFi feature to offer CFD trading on traditional assets like gold, forex, and equities.
Trust Is the New Target as Impersonation Scams Surge 1,400% in 2025
Impersonation scams surged 1,400% in 2025, contributing to crypto crime losses potentially exceeding $17 billion, according to Chainalysis.
Spanish bank Bankinter joins BBVA and Tether with stake in crypto exchange Bit2Me
Spanish bank Bankinter has acquired a stake in the crypto exchange Bit2Me, joining BBVA and Tether.
Zcash Whales Quietly Accumulate as ZEC Tries to Recover From a 30% Sell-Off
Zcash whales are accumulating ZEC, increasing holdings by 13% amid a price recovery following a 30% sell-off.
Pakistan Explores World Liberty Stablecoin Deal for Cross-Border Payments
Pakistan is exploring a deal with a Trump-linked crypto firm, World Liberty Financial, to use its USD1 stablecoin for cross-border payments.
Bitcoin ETFs post largest single-day inflows in three months, worth $750 million
U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs saw $753.7 million in net inflows, the largest single-day amount in three months.
Structural Shortages and Strategic Demand Drive Silver Price Toward $100
Silver prices surged past $90, prompting the US Mint to halt sales due to extreme volatility and physical supply strain.
Strive’s Semler Scientific Acquisition Lifts Bitcoin Holdings but Sends Stock Down 12%
Strive's acquisition of Semler Scientific, boosting its Bitcoin holdings significantly, caused its stock to drop nearly 12%.
Crypto Market Structure Bill Rulemaking May Take Years to Complete
Paradigm's VP of regulatory affairs estimates implementing the crypto market structure bill could take nearly two presidential terms.
Tom Lee’s January Bitcoin Prediction In Focus As $100,000 Nears — New ATH Soon?
Bitcoin is showing strong momentum, nearing $100,000, and Tom Lee’s prediction of a new all-time high is gaining traction.
BitMine Stakes 186K More ETH, Total Reaches 1.5M Worth $5.13B
BitMine staked an additional 186,560 ETH, bringing its total staked assets to over 1.53 million ETH, valued at $5.13 billion.
XRP price forecast: zooms 6% higher on surge in trading activity
XRP's price increased by 6% due to a significant rise in trading volume.
Boomers Aren’t Trading BTC — They’re Locking It Up as Bitcoin ETF Assets Top $120 Billion
Bitcoin ETF assets surpass $120 billion, driven by long-term 'boomer' investors who are holding their BTC rather than trading it.
AI and Impersonation Crypto Scams Experience Record Growth in 2025
Impersonation crypto scams surged 1400% in 2025, with AI making fraud more efficient and profitable, according to Chainalysis.
South Korean financial giant KB files patent for stablecoin credit card
KB Kookmin Card patented a hybrid payment system linking credit cards with stablecoin wallets for prioritized digital asset use.
Senator Warren Calls for a Delay on World Liberty Financial Bank Charter
Senator Warren urged the OCC to delay World Liberty Financial's bank charter review due to conflicts of interest involving the President's family.
Corporate Bitcoin Holdings Outpace Mining Supply By 3x
Corporate Bitcoin treasuries have grown significantly, adding 260,000 BTC in six months, exceeding the 82,000 BTC mined during the same period.
Prediction Market Trading Volumes Soar to Record Highs
Prediction market trading volume hit a record $701.7 million in early 2026 despite recent regulatory scrutiny.
Bitwise Chainlink ETF approved to list on NYSE Arca, trading set for tomorrow
The Bitwise Chainlink ETF has been approved to list on NYSE Arca and may begin trading tomorrow.
Senate Agriculture Committee Set Jan 27 For Crypto Bill Markup
The Senate Agriculture Committee scheduled a Jan 27 markup hearing for a bill aiming to clarify regulations for the crypto market.
Peter Thiel-backed Bitpanda eyes IPO in first half of 2026: Bloomberg
Peter Thiel-backed Bitpanda is preparing for a Frankfurt IPO in the first half of 2026, targeting a €4-5 billion valuation.
October Crash Ended Altseason, Says Wintermute Report
A Wintermute report indicates the October crash caused retail traders to shift from altcoins back to Bitcoin and Ether.
Bitcoin whale posts $50 million gain on BTC, ETH and SOL longs
A trader named BitcoinOG realized nearly $50 million in profit from long positions on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana.
Russia finalizes bill to open up crypto market to non-qualified traders: report
Russia is finalizing legislation to allow non-qualified traders limited access to the cryptocurrency market.
Bitcoin 5% Surge Driven By Spot Buys, $100K On Horizon: Analysts
Bitcoin surged over 5% past $95,000, driven by spot buying, with analysts predicting a run toward $100,000 soon.
Revolut Stablecoin Payment Volumes Increased 156% Last Year
Revolut's stablecoin payment volumes surged 156% to $10.5 billion in 2025, indicating significant user adoption for everyday payments.
Senator Seeks World Liberty’s Bank Charter Bid Delay
Senator Warren requests a delay in reviewing World Liberty Financial’s bank charter application until Trump resolves financial conflicts of interest.
Ethereum Adoption Grows as New Wallets Surge
Ethereum is experiencing record growth in new wallet creation driven by protocol upgrades and shifting crypto sentiment.
Bitchat Most-Downloaded on Apple App Store in Uganda
Bitchat, an internet-free messaging app, is the top download in Uganda following a government-mandated internet shutdown for the presidential election.
Bitcoin Hits 50-Day High as US–Iran War Tensions Escalate
Bitcoin surged past $95,000, reaching a 50-day high, driven by easing US inflation data and escalating geopolitical risks involving the US and Iran.
Bitcoin Price Rockets 5.5% Past $96,000, Strategy ($MSTR) Jumps 8% 
Bitcoin surged past $96,000, gaining 4.4%, while Strategy ($MSTR) stock jumped 6.63% amid regulatory developments.
Bitdeer overtakes MARA as largest bitcoin miner by “managed hashrate” metric
Bitdeer has surpassed MARA in total hash rate under management, though direct metric comparison is unclear.
Kraken and Bitget set the pace in the early innings of tokenized stock trading
Kraken and Bitget dominate the nascent tokenized stock market, concentrating most activity outside of regulatory-hesitant U.S. platforms.
Crypto-Friendly Bank to Go Public on Nasdaq via SPAC Merger
Crypto-friendly Old Glory Bank plans to go public on the Nasdaq by merging with Digital Asset Acquisition Corporation.
Strive Shares Fall 12% After Semler Deal To Expand Bitcoin Treasury
Strive's stock dropped 12% following the announcement of an all-stock deal to acquire Semler Scientific and expand its Bitcoin holdings.
Cardano Whales Buy 100 Million ADA, but Price Still Struggles Below $0.40
Cardano whales accumulated nearly 100 million ADA during recent dips, yet the price remains stuck below the critical $0.40 resistance level.
Amended CLARITY Act Bill Frustrates the Crypto Community: Who Really Benefits?
The newly released CLARITY Act bill text has drawn criticism, as many believe it primarily benefits large crypto firms and banking interests over smaller players and DeFi.
JPMorgan CFO Warns Yield Stablecoins Threaten Banking System
JPMorgan's CFO cautioned that interest-bearing stablecoins could create a dangerous, unregulated parallel banking system.
ETH Tests $3.2K But US Macro And Other Hurdles Remain
Ether is testing $3,200, but weak network usage and US economic uncertainty limit its potential to reclaim $4,000 soon.
New NYC Mayor Mamdani Says He Holds No Crypto, Will Not Buy Adams' Memecoin
New NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani confirmed he holds no cryptocurrency and will not purchase his predecessor Eric Adams' newly launched NYC Token.
Bitcoin Price Roars Past $94,000 as Bulls Reclaim Key Resistance
Bitcoin surged past $94,000, reclaiming key resistance amid heightened market activity and macro uncertainty.
Here’s how the US government now offers a path to a new all-time high for Bitcoin and crypto CLARITY
The US Senate Banking Committee released the CLARITY Act draft, establishing a functional lane system for digital asset regulation between the SEC and CFTC.
Lighter launches iOS and Android app with full support for perps, spot, and RWAs
Lighter released its mobile trading app for iOS and Android, featuring full support for perpetuals, spot, and RWAs.
How Nvidia’s Rubin Chips Could Boost Bittensor Adoption in 2026
Nvidia's Rubin platform lowers AI inference costs, enabling modular AI systems that increase the need for Bittensor's decentralized coordination layer.
Ethereum Loses Out On $116 Million, But Price Remains Steady Above $3,000
Ethereum experienced $116 million in institutional outflows, yet its price remains stable above the $3,000 support level.
SOL Eyes $190 as Key Trend Turns Bullish
Solana's price is poised for a potential rally toward $190 due to a bullish chart pattern and positive ETF inflows.
Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI scheduled for April 27 trial
Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI is scheduled for a trial starting April 27, 2026.
DOJ’s Move Against the Fed Shook Markets: What It Could Mean for Bitcoin
News of a DOJ investigation into Fed Chair Powell is shaking markets and renewing debate over Bitcoin's role as a hedge.
Strive ($ASST) Gets Green Light on Semler Scientific Acquisition, Boosts Bitcoin Holdings to Nearly 13,000 BTC
Strive stockholders approved the acquisition of Semler Scientific, boosting combined Bitcoin holdings to nearly 13,000 BTC.
Why Bitcoin’s Four-Year Cycle Faltered — and What Comes Next
Wintermute suggests Bitcoin's traditional four-year cycle broke down in 2025 due to structural shifts favoring large-cap assets.
‘Surreal moment’: Polymarket CEO touts prediction platform’s ‘most mainstream integration’ at Golden Globes
Polymarket CEO Shayne Coplan celebrated the platform's integration into the Golden Globes broadcast, noting it called 26 out of 28 winners correctly.
Prediction markets see over 65% odds of Iran’s Supreme Leader being ousted in 2026
Prediction markets now estimate a 65% chance that Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, will leave office by the end of 2026.
Senate Banking Committee’s crypto market structure bill text sets up showdown over stablecoin rewards
The Senate Banking Committee released crypto bill text dividing digital asset oversight, sparking a fight over stablecoin reward restrictions.
The Daily: Senate unveils updated market structure bill, YZi Labs invests in Genius Trading as CZ joins as advisor, and more
The Senate released an updated crypto bill limiting stablecoin rewards, while YZi Labs invested in Genius Trading with CZ as an advisor.
Vivek Ramaswamy’s Strive to add over 5,000 Bitcoin in approved Semler Scientific deal
Strive, backed by Vivek Ramaswamy, will acquire Semler Scientific, adding over 5,000 Bitcoin to its treasury.
Bitcoin Jumps Above $93,000 After US CPI Print: Bull Market Returning Slowly?
Bitcoin surpassed $93,000 following moderate US CPI data, suggesting risk appetite is returning after ETF-related selling pressure eased.
Former New York Mayor’s NYC memecoin rugpulls investors at launch, and the method used was shockingly brazen
Eric Adams' NYC memecoin crashed over 81% shortly after launch due to a brazen liquidity withdrawal by the deployer wallet.
Monero (XMR) Nears $700, but Rising FOMO Raises Pullback Risk
Monero (XMR) hit an all-time high near $700, but surging FOMO and technical indicators suggest a potential pullback risk.
AlphaTON stock surges 100% after closing $46M AI compute deal
AlphaTON stock surged 107% after announcing a $46 million deal to acquire 576 NVIDIA B300 GPUs for AI compute.
Industry Reacts to Market Structure Provisions on Stablecoin Rewards
US senators are marking up a crypto bill that proposes restrictions on paying interest solely for holding stablecoins, sparking industry debate.
Polygon Labs buys Coinme, Sequence for $250M to advance stablecoin payments
Polygon Labs acquired Coinme and Sequence for $250 million to build a regulated, scalable stablecoin payments system.
Eric Adams’ NYC Token Crashes 80% in Hours, Offering a Stark Lesson in Why Bitcoin Is Different
Eric Adams' Solana-based NYC Token plummeted 80% shortly after launch, illustrating risks in altcoins compared to Bitcoin.