Strive Builds 13,132 Bitcoin Treasury After $225M Preferred Financing
Strive completed a major bitcoin treasury financing, retiring legacy debt, expanding preferred equity funding and rapidly growing its bitcoin holdings as institutional demand fueled a balance sheet built for long-duration digital asset exposure. Strive Expands Bitcoin Treasury Past 13K Using Preferred Equity Strategy A corporate financing milestone was completed as a digital asset-focused firm advanced […]
Circle says durable stablecoin infrastructure will coax adoption
Circle has flagged scaling its payments network and institution-focused blockchain as a 2026 priority as companies look to examine how to use stablecoins.
Ex-Ripple CTO: ‘Rational People’ Don’t See $100 XRP Yet
David "JoelKatz" Schwartz, one of the original architects of the XRP Ledger and now Ripple’s CTO Emeritus, has poured cold water on triple-digit price XRP price targets..
Binance to convert $1B SAFU reserve from stablecoins to BTC in long-term bet
Binance plans to convert its $1 billion SAFU fund from stablecoins into Bitcoin, citing long-term conviction and market resilience. Binance has revealed that its Secure Asset Fund for Users will be converted into into Bitcoun, marking a shift in how…
Fidelity launches FIDD on Ethereum - Could this boost ETH?
Big financial players are finally hopping on the stablecoin bandwagon. Fidelity, the $5.9 trillion asset manager, just announced it’s building its own stablecoin, FIDD. Looks like even the heavywThe post Fidelity launches FIDD on Ethereum - Could this boost ETH? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Bitcoin Slips To $83,500 As Liquidations Rock The Market
Bitcoin tumbled to around $83,500, marking its lowest level in over a month and triggering a wave of forced liquidations across the derivatives market. In just 24 hours, nearly $1 billion worth of long and short positions were wiped out as leveraged bets unraveled in a rapid cascade. The drop below the key $85,000 level accelerated selling pressure. Within minutes, thin order books amplified volatility and sent price spiraling lower. Traders who piled into aggressive long positions at leverage ratios as high as 2.2:1 were flushed out, with roughly $150 million liquidated in a single hour during the peak of The post Bitcoin Slips To $83,500 As Liquidations Rock The Market appeared first on The Merkle News.
Crypto on Edge: Will Huge $8.3B Bitcoin Options Expiry Trigger Another Dump?
The end of another week is here again, and it's also the end of the month, which means a bumper batch of Bitcoin and Ether options contracts are expiring.
Bitcoin ‘to keep bleeding against stock market’ as cycle wraps: Analyst
Bitcoiners hoping for a big rotation from gold and silver might be chasing the wrong signal, says Benjamin Cowen.
Russia’s Lower House Outlines Crypto Rules Debut In June, Activation By July 1, 2027
Russia is preparing to roll out its long‑awaited regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies, with lawmakers and regulators moving closer to defining how digital assets will be treated within the country. According to Anatoly Aksakov, head of the State Duma Committee on the Financial Market, the relevant legislative package is expected to be finalized by the end […]
Binance to convert $1B SAFU fund into Bitcoin reserves
Binance's shift to Bitcoin reserves may enhance user trust but also increases exposure to crypto market volatility, impacting fund stability. The post Binance to convert $1B SAFU fund into Bitcoin reserves appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Tether Quietly Builds One Of The World’s Largest Gold Stockpiles
Tether is steadily transforming itself from a digital dollar issuer into one of the biggest private holders of physical gold on the planet. In a recent Bloomberg interview, Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino revealed that the company now purchases between one and two metric tons of gold every single week, bringing its total reserves to around 140 tons, a stash valued at roughly $23–24 billion. The gold is not sitting in ordinary vaults. Instead, Tether stores its bullion in a high-security Swiss nuclear bunker, underscoring how seriously the company is treating physical asset protection. The disclosure highlights a major strategic shift The post Tether Quietly Builds One Of The World’s Largest Gold Stockpiles appeared first on The Merkle News.
Crypto prices today (Jan. 29): BTC dips below 83K, SOL, ZEC SUI slide as liquidations top $1.6B
Crypto prices today fell sharply, with Bitcoin sliding below key support levels as heavy liquidations rippled across derivatives markets. The total crypto market cap dropped about 5% to $2.9 trillion. Bitcoin fell 5.8% over the past 24 hours to trade…
Polymarket’s Success Fuels Legitimacy of Onchain Prediction Markets, Says Tech Entrepreneur
Amit Mahensaria, founder of PRED, argues that the sports betting industry is at a tipping point as decentralized, peer‑to‑peer platforms challenge the traditional “house always wins” model. Technical Readiness Meets Cultural Shifts For decades, the sports betting industry has operated under a cynical, century-old mathematical law: the house always wins. While centralized bookmakers have enjoyed […]
Ondo’s Tokenized U.S. Treasuries Go Live on Sei
Tokenized U.S. Treasuries from Ondo Finance are now live on the Sei Network, marking a major step forward for real-world assets (RWA) in decentralized finance. USDY, Ondo’s flagship tokenized U.S. Treasury token, has already gained adoption as one of the most used tokenized Treasury products in the market, with over $1.2 billion in circulation. The integration brings this substantial liquidity to one of the fastest layer-1 blockchains, unlocking fresh opportunities for users, builders, and institutions around the world. USDY, Ondo’s flagship tokenized U.S. Treasury token, is now live on @SeiNetwork. Sei’s high-performance blockchain powers global, onchain finance. With USDY, the The post Ondo’s Tokenized U.S. Treasuries Go Live on Sei appeared first on The Merkle News.
Ethereum Signals ERC-8004 Mainnet Launch For AI Agents
Ethereum has announced that ERC-8004, a new token standard designed for AI agents, is heading to mainnet soon. The update, confirmed via the Ethereum X account, positions the network as a foundational settlement layer for AI-to-AI interaction, discovery, and reputation. By enabling portable identity and credibility for autonomous agents, ERC-8004 lays the groundwork for a global, interoperable market for AI services, one that operates without centralized gatekeepers. The announcement arrives amid rapid convergence between artificial intelligence and blockchain infrastructure. As AI agents increasingly operate autonomously, negotiating tasks, executing services, and coordinating across platforms, the need for verifiable trust becomes critical. The post Ethereum Signals ERC-8004 Mainnet Launch For AI Agents appeared first on The Merkle News.
Kevin Warsh emerges as Fed chair favorite with Trump to reveal pick Friday
Kevin Warsh, seen as a more hawkish Federal Reserve chair pick, previously said Bitcoin could serve as a check on fiscal policy decisions.
Bitcoin falls to $81K, triggering $1.7B in liquidations
Bitcoin plunged to a nine-month low as geopolitical tensions, tariff threats, and tech earnings concerned traders, triggering billions of dollars worth of long liquidations.
SEC reaffirms tokenized stocks must follow existing securities laws
The U.S. regulator, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has reiterated that tokenized securities are still securities and fall under federal securities law. In a recent statement, the rThe post SEC reaffirms tokenized stocks must follow existing securities laws appeared first on AMBCrypto.
World War III Risks in 2026 and Bitcoin’s Likely Response: 4 AIs Speculate
"In a WW3 scenario, BTC may initially crash sharply from risk-off panic selling, but later rise like a phoenix from the ashes," Perplexity predicted.
Securitize says revenues up 840% in filing to go public via Cantor SPAC
Securitize’s latest SEC filing showed the company’s revenue had increased nearly tenfold year-over-year as institutions are looking to experiment with tokenization.
Strive Builds 13,132 Bitcoin Treasury After $225M Preferred Financing
Strive completed a major bitcoin treasury financing, retiring legacy debt, expanding preferred equity funding and rapidly growing its bitcoin holdings as institutional demand fueled a balance sheet built for long-duration digital asset exposure. Strive Expands Bitcoin Treasury Past 13K Using Preferred Equity Strategy A corporate financing milestone was completed as a digital asset-focused firm advanced […]
Trump administration set to nominate Kevin Warsh as next Fed chair
Warsh's potential nomination could lead to policy shifts at the Fed, impacting economic strategies and possibly creating political tensions. The post Trump administration set to nominate Kevin Warsh as next Fed chair appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Kevin Warsh’s odds to become Fed chair surge to 92% after Trump hints at familiar pick
Warsh's potential appointment could signal a shift in monetary policy direction, impacting financial markets and economic strategies globally. The post Kevin Warsh’s odds to become Fed chair surge to 92% after Trump hints at familiar pick appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee advances CLARITY Act in party-line vote
The U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee voted 12–11 on Thursday, Jan 29 to advance its version of the CLARITY Act, pushing a major crypto market structure bill one step further through Congress. The Digital Commodity Intermediaries Act cleared the committee along…
Bitcoin Liquidity Remains Intact Despite Precious Metals Rally: Stablecoins Wait On The Sidelines
Bitcoin is struggling to regain the $88,000 level as market uncertainty persists and precious metals continue to rally aggressively. Gold’s strength has reignited a familiar narrative: that capital is leaving Bitcoin to finance the move into traditional safe havens. However, a recent report by CryptoQuant challenges this assumption, suggesting that the current market dynamics are […]
Better than Bitcoin? Why 'fractionalized NFTs' are the new store of value in 2026
Bitcoin [BTC] has been the uncontested “store of value” in the crypto space for years. But in 2026, there may be a new player. Fractionalized NFTs tap into preferences in a way Bitcoin never realThe post Better than Bitcoin? Why 'fractionalized NFTs' are the new store of value in 2026 appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Unclaimed Ethereum from The DAO hack to fund new security initiative: Griff Green
While The DAO has an “incredible” team that could build security projects themselves, they would rather focus on security distribution methods, says Griff Green.
21Shares lists JitoSOL staking ETP on Euronext
21Shares listed a new Solana-linked exchange-traded product on Euronext, giving investors exchange-traded regulated access to JitoSOL and its staking yield. The issuer said on Jan. 29 that the 21Shares Jito Staked SOL ETP (JSOL) has listed on Euronext Amsterdam and…
Optimism passes buyback proposal to bolster OP token
The Optimism blockchain will begin to sell half of its Superchain revenue to buy back its own token starting next month, with the tokens held for future ecosystem use.
How Gold-Farming Studios Saved World of Warcraft But Crushed Web3 Games
Introduction Ever wonder for years, yet the same tricks seem to “kill” every Web3 game? It’s a big puzzle in gaming history. World of Warcraft (WoW) lasted over 20 years as a top game. Gold farmers – big teams making […] The post How Gold-Farming Studios Saved World of Warcraft But Crushed Web3 Games appeared first on Blockmanity.
$3T Crypto Volume Rips Through CME as Institutions Step on the Gas
Institutional demand for crypto derivatives surged late last year as regulated trading venues captured record futures, options, and spot-quoted activity, signaling deeper liquidity, broader participation, and accelerating momentum heading into 2026. $3T Crypto Activity on CME Confirms the Bull Case Is Getting Stronger Institutional participation in regulated crypto derivatives strengthened toward year-end. That momentum was […]
El Salvador stockpiles gold, Bitcoin amid market jitters
El Salvador's strategic asset diversification amid global economic uncertainty may influence other nations to reassess their reserve strategies. The post El Salvador stockpiles gold, Bitcoin amid market jitters appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Bybit made ‘slow but steady comeback’ in 2025 after massive hack: CoinGecko
Bybit‘s market share climbed in 2025, even after it was hacked for $1.5 billion, while trading volumes on the top 10 exchanges rose by 7.6% on average last year.
Illicit Crypto Flows Hit Record $158 Billion In 2025, TRM Says
Scammers used new tools to widen their reach and to seem more real. According to TRM Labs, the use of large language models in scams jumped fivefold in 2025, helping fraudsters write believable messages, run many conversations at once, and trick people in different languages. Related Reading: Coinbase UK Ads Crossed A Line—Here’s What Regulators […]
XRP price slips: Why is the altcoin stuck below $2?
This week has been crucial for the altcoin market. With macro FUD still lingering around the government shutdown, and the first FOMC meeting of 2026 signaling a pullback on rate cuts, it seems inveThe post XRP price slips: Why is the altcoin stuck below $2? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
BlackRock’s BUIDL aids Avalanche tokenization value boom in Q4
Messari reports that institutions put millions of dollars into Avalanche last year, but it didn’t help its token, which fell by nearly 60% in the fourth quarter of 2025.
Georgia Retirees’ $800K Heartbreak: Unmasking the Deadly WhatsApp Crypto Scam
In a shocking tale that highlights the dangers of crypto investing, a retired couple from Georgia lost their entire life savings of nearly to a clever cryptocurrency scam. It all started with a simple message on WhatsApp. This story is […] The post Georgia Retirees’ $800K Heartbreak: Unmasking the Deadly WhatsApp Crypto Scam appeared first on Blockmanity.
XRP Community Day Spotlights Institutional Momentum as Ripple Expands Adoption
XRP Community Day 2026 signals accelerating institutional adoption and global coordination as Ripple spotlights XRP’s expanding role in regulated finance, infrastructure, and real-world blockchain utility across capital markets and decentralized ecosystems. Ripple Unveils Global XRP Community Day 2026 Strategy XRP Community Day is taking shape as a high-energy touchpoint for the global digital asset community. […]
DOJ Seizes $400M in Assets from Helix Darknet Cryptocurrency Mixer
TLDR: Helix processed 354,468 bitcoin worth approximately $300 million between 2014 and 2017 operations. Larry Harmon pleaded guilty in August 2021 and received 36 months in prison plus asset forfeiture. The mixing service integrated directly with darknet markets through an API for bitcoin withdrawals. Federal authorities traced tens of millions from darknet drug markets through [...] The post DOJ Seizes $400M in Assets from Helix Darknet Cryptocurrency Mixer appeared first on Blockonomi.
Silver Hits $120: Why the Metal Is Exploding Like Never Seen Before in History
TLDR: Silver surged 450% to $120 adding $6 trillion in market cap amid five-year supply deficit of 678 million ounces. China export restrictions tightened global supply with Shanghai silver at $127 creating record premiums over markets. Paper-to-physical leverage at 350:1 triggered forced buying as delivery requests exposed severe physical shortages. Lease rates spiked to 39% [...] The post Silver Hits $120: Why the Metal Is Exploding Like Never Seen Before in History appeared first on Blockonomi.
Michael Saylor Vows ‘We Buy Real Bitcoin,’ No Rehypothecation
Michael Saylor’s Strategy has reignited a long-running Bitcoin custody debate after co-founder and CTO of Casa Jameson Lopp challenged whether the firm can know its holdings aren’t being rehypothecated by third parties. Saylor’s blunt response — “We buy real bitcoin. We don’t rehypothecate.” — quickly turned into a broader argument about what “proof” looks like […]
COMEX Silver Inventories Drain Rapidly as Short Squeeze Goes Full Swing
COMEX silver inventories are draining rapidly, signaling tightening physical supply as a short squeeze intensifies, raising delivery risks, fueling volatility, and underscoring mounting stress across global silver markets. COMEX Silver Inventories Tighten With Short Squeeze in Full Swing Severe strain is emerging in global silver supply as exchange-held inventories drain rapidly. Industry data shows a […]
Solana processes 40% of L1 throughput amid memecoin boom – Explained
Solana’s current memecoin-driven activity surge appears to be driven by speculative excess on the surface. Yet beneath it lies a real-time stress test of the network’s scalability, fee dynamics, aThe post Solana processes 40% of L1 throughput amid memecoin boom – Explained appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Circle’s 2026 Strategy: Building Internet Financial Platform Through Arc and Stablecoins
TLDR: Arc testnet processed 150 million transactions in 90 days with 0.5-second average settlement times. USDC circulation grew 108% year-over-year, maintaining position as largest regulated dollar stablecoin. Circle Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol processed $126 billion volume across 19 connected blockchains. Circle Payments Network reached billions in annualized volume since May 2025 launch with major banks. [...] The post Circle’s 2026 Strategy: Building Internet Financial Platform Through Arc and Stablecoins appeared first on Blockonomi.
Crypto Market Review: Shiba Inu (SHIB): Are There Any Chances? Is XRP Eyeing $1.50? Bitcoin (BTC) Under Bearish Control
There is a big chance that we are unlikely to see a longer-term recovery for top-tier assets on the market.
XRP Millionaire Wallets Are Growing — Whales Are Accumulating
XRP’s on-chain data is signaling renewed confidence as wealthy holders quietly return despite sluggish prices, with blockchain analytics highlighting early accumulation trends that could reshape longer-term market sentiment. XRP Millionaire Wallets Expand — A Subtle Whale Signal Beneath the Surface XRP market signals can shift even during periods of muted price action. Blockchain analytics firm […]
Japan’s $6.5B Stablecoin Push: How Cosmos Powers 200 Banks in Tokenized Deposit Revolution
TLDR: Progmat Coin consortium unites 200+ Japanese banks for ¥1 trillion three-year stablecoin issuance plan. Project Pax integrates Swift API with IBC protocol to preserve banking workflows while modernizing settlement. Cosmos architecture enables ledger-level compliance controls and permissioned issuance for regulated assets. IBC interoperability protocol maintains zero security exploits since 2021 launch across 200+ blockchains. [...] The post Japan’s $6.5B Stablecoin Push: How Cosmos Powers 200 Banks in Tokenized Deposit Revolution appeared first on Blockonomi.
‘Millionaire’ XRP Addresses Rising For First Time Since September, Data Shows
On-chain data shows the XRP addresses holding over a million tokens have seen a reversal in behavior with some population growth in January. Millionaire XRP Wallets Have Been Growing In Count Recently As pointed out by on-chain analytics firm Santiment in a new post on X, large XRP wallets have seen growth during the past […]
Bitcoin sell-off ripples through altcoins as market cap contracts
Bitcoin’s slide below $85,000 has triggered broad weakness across major altcoins, with market data showing losses extending beyond BTC into the broader market. While short-term price action hasThe post Bitcoin sell-off ripples through altcoins as market cap contracts appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Coinbase Integrates Jupiter Exchange for Direct Access to Millions of Solana Tokens
TLDR: Coinbase bypasses centralized listing procedures by integrating Jupiter’s onchain execution layer directly. Jupiter processes $50 billion monthly in spot volume while Coinbase handles $80-100 billion in trading activity. Users can trade millions of Solana tokens using existing Coinbase balances and self-custodial wallet options. Integration follows Jupiter’s previous API partnerships with Robinhood and Uniswap Labs [...] The post Coinbase Integrates Jupiter Exchange for Direct Access to Millions of Solana Tokens appeared first on Blockonomi.
Lawmakers Target Crypto ATMs for Scams: New Consumer Protections on the Horizon
Lawmakers Target for Scams: New Consumer Protections on the Horizon Bitcoin kiosks and cryptocurrency ATMs look like regular money machines. You see them in grocery stores, gas stations, and corner shops. But they are not your everyday ATMs. These machines […] The post Lawmakers Target Crypto ATMs for Scams: New Consumer Protections on the Horizon appeared first on Blockmanity.
Bitcoin Holds Steady at 5% Loss While Gold, Silver Plunge Amid $300M Liquidation Wave
TLDR: Bitcoin’s 5% correction outperformed gold’s 8% and silver’s 12% drops during the Microsoft-triggered sell-off. Hyperliquid recorded $87.1M in liquidations, nearly three times Binance’s $30M despite lower trading volumes. Binance open interest reached 123,500 BTC, surpassing pre-October levels and marking 31% growth since the crash. Leveraged trading appetite persists as traders rebuild positions despite $300M [...] The post Bitcoin Holds Steady at 5% Loss While Gold, Silver Plunge Amid $300M Liquidation Wave appeared first on Blockonomi.
SEC Clarifies Tokenized Securities Rules, Opening Door to Regulated Onchain Equities
The SEC has drawn a clear regulatory line for tokenized securities, affirming that crypto-based formats remain fully subject to federal securities laws while signaling regulatory support for compliant onchain issuance and trading models. SEC Clarifies How Federal Securities Laws Apply to Tokenized Securities The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) provided regulatory clarity on crypto-based […]
‘We buy real Bitcoin’- Michael Saylor rejects ‘paper BTC’ claims
After dealing with the threat of MSCI index exclusion, the pioneer in Bitcoin corporate treasury, Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), is facing another FUD. Some community members claimed the firmThe post ‘We buy real Bitcoin’- Michael Saylor rejects ‘paper BTC’ claims appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Bitfinex Bitcoin longs hit 2-year high: Is a rally to $100K possible?
Bitcoin margin longs at Bitfinex exchange reached a 2-year high prior to stocks and crypto selling off sharply. Should traders expect a rally or the correction to continue?
Robinhood CEO Advocates Blockchain Tokenization to Prevent GameStop-Style Trading Halts
TLDR: GameStop crisis stemmed from outdated two-day settlement infrastructure requiring massive broker deposits. Robinhood successfully operates over 2,000 tokenized US stock tokens in European markets with full functionality. Current SEC leadership and proposed CLARITY Act create favorable conditions for US equity tokenization adoption. Blockchain-based real-time settlement eliminates systemic risk that forced 2021 trading restrictions on [...] The post Robinhood CEO Advocates Blockchain Tokenization to Prevent GameStop-Style Trading Halts appeared first on Blockonomi.
OpenAI Seeks $100 Billion in Funding, Amazon to Invest $50 Billion
TLDR OpenAI is seeking to raise up to $100 billion in a new funding round. Amazon is considering a $50 billion investment, making it the largest investor. Amazon CEO Andy Jassy is leading talks with OpenAI’s Sam Altman. The deal could push OpenAI’s valuation to as high as $830 billion. Amazon continues investing heavily in [...] The post OpenAI Seeks $100 Billion in Funding, Amazon to Invest $50 Billion appeared first on Blockonomi.
Crypto Custodian Copper Looks Into IPO After BitGo’s Market Debut
TLDR Copper is reportedly exploring the possibility of an initial public offering as institutional interest in cryptocurrency grows. Major banks like Deutsche Bank, Goldman Sachs, and Citigroup are involved in Copper’s discussions about a potential IPO. Copper offers institutional-grade custody, settlement, and collateral management services for digital assets. The company has partnered with Cantor Fitzgerald [...] The post Crypto Custodian Copper Looks Into IPO After BitGo’s Market Debut appeared first on Blockonomi.
Ethereum Is Pivoting Into The AI Industry? Here’s What We Know So Far
Ethereum (ETH) is extending its influence in the AI industry as developers aim to integrate AI with decentralized technology. Building on this, new reports have revealed that ETH developers are preparing to roll out an AI-focused update that could see AI agents work and engage directly on the blockchain network. Ethereum Prepares To Launch New […]
Hang Seng Launches Ethereum-Based Tokenized Gold ETF in Hong Kong Market
TLDR: Hang Seng Gold ETF (03170.HK) launched with Ethereum tokenization, gaining 9% in early trading hours. HSBC serves as tokenization agent while physical gold remains stored in designated Hong Kong vaults. Tokenized units require qualified distributors for subscription; secondary market trading remains restricted. Launch aligns with Hong Kong’s strategy to bridge traditional finance with regulated [...] The post Hang Seng Launches Ethereum-Based Tokenized Gold ETF in Hong Kong Market appeared first on Blockonomi.
Ethereum (ETH) Charts Signal Déjà Vu as Bulls Eye $10K
Ethereum trades near $2,950 as charts mirror 2024 patterns, with analysts watching a possible move to $4K and a longer-term $10K target.
Russia to Implement Comprehensive Crypto Regulation by July 2027, Top Lawmaker Confirms
TLDR: Russia’s crypto regulation bill faces State Duma vote in late June with July 1, 2027 implementation deadline. Retail investors must pass qualification tests and face $4,000 annual purchase caps under proposed framework. Central bank will compile approved cryptocurrency list likely including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and Toncoin. USDT stablecoins designated for foreign trade, available only [...] The post Russia to Implement Comprehensive Crypto Regulation by July 2027, Top Lawmaker Confirms appeared first on Blockonomi.
Crypto Sentiment Falters as Fear Index Lingers Near Extreme Levels
Crypto sentiment remained mired in fear on Thursday as the Crypto Fear and Greed Index stayed stuck in the low 20s, reflecting weeks of fragile confidence while bitcoin slid below $84,000 amid equity weakness and mounting macro stress. Crypto Fear Gauge Highlights Caution During Broad Market Pullback The Crypto Fear and Greed Index (CFGI) hosted […]
21Shares launches first Jito staked Solana ETP in Europe
The product offers exchange-traded exposure to JitoSOL with staking rewards embedded, as liquid staking ETFs remain under review in the United States.
U.Today Crypto Digest: Ripple Exec Confirms XRP as Priority, Shiba Inu (SHIB) Price Eyes 10% Spike, Fidelity Launches RLUSD Competitor on Ethereum
Crypto news digest: SHIB is ready for a proper price bounce; Ripple executive confirms XRP as a priority; Fidelity launches RLUSD and USDT competitor.
21Shares Introduces JitoSOL ETP to Offer Staking Rewards via Solana
TLDR 21Shares has launched the Jito Staked SOL ETP to offer European investors exposure to Solana’s staking rewards. The JitoSOL ETP is listed on Euronext Amsterdam and Paris with tickers JSOL NA in USD and JSOL FP in EUR. The ETP provides a controlled and transparent way for investors to access JitoSOL, with a 0.99% [...] The post 21Shares Introduces JitoSOL ETP to Offer Staking Rewards via Solana appeared first on Blockonomi.
Crypto Analyst Shares Channel Map That Predicts XRP Price Is Headed To $200
XRP’s long-term price action was recently examined by crypto analyst EGRAG CRYPTO, who shared a technical framework that shows the cryptocurrency on a macro move to $200. In his post, the analyst outlined a channel-based structure that tracks XRP’s behavior across multiple cycles and highlights how its price has always followed the same diagonal paths over […]
UAE unveils first central bank–approved stablecoin, challenging USDC on home turf
The UAE has officially entered the stablecoin race. Universal Digital Intl launched USDU, the country’s first central bank–approved stablecoin, giving it a regulatory edge over Circle
Coinbase Turns Forecasting Into a Trade With New US Prediction Markets
Coinbase has officially launched a regulated prediction markets platform across all 50 U.S. states, allowing users to trade on real-world outcomes ranging from bitcoin prices to Federal Reserve decisions and major sporting events. From Bitcoin Prices to Fed Decisions, Coinbase Opens Prediction Markets Nationwide The rollout, which went live Jan. 28, integrates event-based trading directly […]
Metaplanet raises $127m to buy more Bitcoin—shares slip on dilution fears
Metaplanet Inc. approved a $127 million capital raise to accelerate its Bitcoin-buying strategy, but investors balked at the dilution, sending the stock down about 3.5% on the day.
Businesses are turning to stablecoins as B2B volumes explode - Details
Stablecoins are the go-to payment mode for businesses, and the numbers are starting to show it. With EURC posting mammoth growth and new players like USD1 gaining ground, is the category moving fasterThe post Businesses are turning to stablecoins as B2B volumes explode - Details appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Crypto custodian Copper weighs IPO as institutional demand grows: Report
A potential listing would further legitimize digital asset custody as core market infrastructure rather than a niche service following BitGo's public launch.
Escape Velocity raises $62M to back DePIN infrastructure projects
The raise underscores venture investors’ selective return to infrastructure-heavy crypto bets as DePIN struggles to move beyond early token launches.
Legendary Crypto Trader Shares Two Charts That Should Terrify Bulls
The legendary trader has shared disturbingly bearish charts for Ethereum (ETH) and the total cryptocurrency market cap.
Bitcoin’s Sudden $84K Plunge: Key Reasons Behind the Latest Crypto Market Downturn
Bitcoin’s Sudden Plunge: Key Reasons Behind the Latest Crypto Market Downturn The crypto world is buzzing again with bad news. Bitcoin has taken a sharp fall, hitting the mark on Thursday. This is the lowest price it has seen all […] The post Bitcoin’s Sudden $84K Plunge: Key Reasons Behind the Latest Crypto Market Downturn appeared first on Blockmanity.
Why the Crypto Market is Crashing Today: Bitcoin Fails at $90K and Altcoins Plunge
Why the Crypto Market is Crashing Today: Bitcoin Fails at $90K and Altcoins Plunge The is seeing a sharp drop today. The total market cap has fallen by $44 billion to $2.95 trillion. Bitcoin is trading at $88,127 after failing […] The post Why the Crypto Market is Crashing Today: Bitcoin Fails at $90K and Altcoins Plunge appeared first on Blockmanity.
Talos adds $45M to Series B with new backing from Robinhood, Sony
The Series B extension values the New York–based crypto infrastructure company at about $1.5 billion and includes backing from institutional investors.
Trump-backed stablecoin hits $5 billion as first family cashes in
Trump Jr. has emerged as a vocal crypto advocate and operator, while World Liberty Financial has made USD1 the backbone of its decentralized finance platform.
SEC Sets Clear Rules for Tokenized Securities, Splitting Them Into Two Key Categories
The SEC categorizes tokenized securities into issuer-sponsored and third-party models. It explained legal compliance requirements under federal securities laws.
Bitcoin Slumps to $83K Amid Nasdaq’s AI-Driven Free-Fall
Bitcoin’s digital gold narrative eroded further on Jan. 29, as the cryptocurrency’s price action mimicked the volatility of tech stocks rather than acting as an independent safe haven asset. Tech Earnings Trigger a Market Contagion As January 2026 draws to a close, a sobering reality has set in for many crypto enthusiasts: bitcoin’s narrative as […]
SEC and CFTC signal execution phase for crypto regulation at harmonization meeting
US financial regulators signalled a shift from coordination to execution on crypto oversight on Thursday, 29 January. Senior officials from the Securities and Exchange Commission [SEC] and the CoThe post SEC and CFTC signal execution phase for crypto regulation at harmonization meeting appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Ethereum breaks 17-month consolidation – Why analysts say $3.6K is next!
For much of the past year, Ethereum’s price action has tested investor patience. As the native asset of the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, ETH has largely drifted without dThe post Ethereum breaks 17-month consolidation – Why analysts say $3.6K is next! appeared first on AMBCrypto.
The DAO Returns: From Historic Hack to Ethereum’s New Defense Fund
The DAO, the infamous experiment that nearly broke Ethereum in 2016 and led to the creation of the Ethereum Classic fork, is quietly staging a return — this time as a $220 million security fund aimed at hardening the network it once imperiled. Nearly a decade after the original hack that forced a historic hard […]
Bitcoin falls to $83.4K as gold bugs take profit and AI stocks sell off
Futures market liquidations, a sharp sell-off in US stocks and limited progress on talks to fund the US government are taking a toll on Bitcoin price today. Is $80,000 the next stop for BTC?
Tesla’s Bitcoin bet hits a speed bump—but the EV giant isn’t selling
Tesla’s long-running flirtation with Bitcoin took a mark-to-market hit in the Q4, even as the EV maker delivered stronger-than-expected earnings and doubled down on Elon Musk's broader ambitions
Here’s Why The Ethereum Validator Network Is So Strong
Amid the waning cryptocurrency market, the Ethereum blockchain continues to display notable resilience, proving its position as a leader in the blockchain sector. The blockchain is experiencing significant growth, especially the ETH’s Validator network, which underscores its robust reliability and stability. A Pillar of Stability For The Ethereum Network Ethereum is not just becoming a […]
US CFTC to partner with SEC on agency's ‘Project Crypto‘
CFTC Chair Michael Selig and SEC Chair Paul Atkins held a joint agency event on Thursday to discuss harmonization on crypto regulation.
AI Crypto Coins: Hedera Charts Path To Recovery While NEAR Targets $2, But DeepSnitch AI Records Presale Success With 145% Surge Amid 200x Rally Rumors
AI crypto coins are back in the spotlight after fresh developments reignited market interest. Recently, attention turned to Ethereum as MetaMask’s head of AI confirmed that a new smart contract standard for trustless AI agent communication is likely heading to mainnet, a move that could accelerate adoption across AI crypto projects. That renewed momentum is already [...] The post AI Crypto Coins: Hedera Charts Path To Recovery While NEAR Targets $2, But DeepSnitch AI Records Presale Success With 145% Surge Amid 200x Rally Rumors appeared first on Blockonomi.
Whales Are Buying ADA While Retail Sells: What It Means for Cardano’s Price
Cardano trades near $0.35 after a sharp drop as price tests key $0.32 support, with weak momentum, whale accumulation, and February events in focus.
GTreasury unveils 'Ripple Treasury' - Is TradFi about to get disrupted?
What started as tech to support “decentralization” has now found its footing in the financial world. With how things are shaping up, the future looks bright for decentralized finance (DeFi) and thThe post GTreasury unveils 'Ripple Treasury' - Is TradFi about to get disrupted? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Paul Atkins becomes first SEC chair to speak at Bitcoin Conference
Atkins' participation signals a growing regulatory interest in crypto, potentially leading to more defined frameworks and industry legitimacy. The post Paul Atkins becomes first SEC chair to speak at Bitcoin Conference appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Senate Committee Advances Digital Asset Oversight Framework
Federal lawmakers moved closer to a unified crypto rulebook as a key Senate committee advanced legislation expanding CFTC oversight, tightening consumer protections, and pushing long-sought regulatory clarity for U.S. digital asset markets. Regulatory Clarity Inches Closer as Senate Committee Pushes Crypto Oversight Bill Ahead Federal lawmakers are continuing efforts to formalize oversight of digital asset […]
Strategy Stock ($MSTR) Hits 52-Week Low As Bitcoin Craters Below $84,000
Bitcoin Magazine Strategy Stock ($MSTR) Hits 52-Week Low As Bitcoin Craters Below $84,000 Shares of Strategy ($MSTR) dropped as low as 12% today, currently trading at $140.88 and hitting a session low of $140.25. This post Strategy Stock ($MSTR) Hits 52-Week Low As Bitcoin Craters Below $84,000 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
SEC Chair Paul Atkins to Make History as First Sitting Chair to Speak at The Bitcoin Conference in Las Vegas
Bitcoin Magazine SEC Chair Paul Atkins to Make History as First Sitting Chair to Speak at The Bitcoin Conference in Las Vegas SEC Chairman Paul Atkins is going to speak at the Bitcoin 2026 Conference. This post SEC Chair Paul Atkins to Make History as First Sitting Chair to Speak at The Bitcoin Conference in Las Vegas first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Bitcoin Volatility Slips Ahead of First 2026 Options Expiry
Crypto markets are heading into the first monthly options expiry of 2026 with muted volatility, as bitcoin remains locked in a narrow trading range and investors adopt a cautious stance. Crypto Markets Brace for Options Expiry Amid Low Volatility The crypto market is approaching a key derivatives milestone, with the first monthly options expiry of […]
DeepSnitch AI Price Prediction: LINK and XMR Price Outlook as DeepSnitch AI Eyes 100X Presale in 2026
Tether recently signaled it could allocate up to 15% of its portfolio to physical gold and 10% to Bitcoin. This reflects a strategic move to harden reserves against macro volatility and traditional finance uncertainty. For retail participants, these high-level moves create complex liquidity signals that are often difficult to interpret without professional tools. This lack [...] The post DeepSnitch AI Price Prediction: LINK and XMR Price Outlook as DeepSnitch AI Eyes 100X Presale in 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.
3 Best Crypto Presales Right Now: LivLive’s 200% Bonus vs Deepsnitch AI vs Pepeto
Three presales are competing for early-stage capital right now. Deepsnitch AI offers trading tools at $0.03681 in Stage 4 of 15. Pepeto promises zero-fee trading and staking at $0.000000180 per token. LivLive delivers verified live-to-earn utility at $0.02 with a BONUS200 code that triples allocations before launch. Comparing the best crypto presales right now requires looking [...] The post 3 Best Crypto Presales Right Now: LivLive’s 200% Bonus vs Deepsnitch AI vs Pepeto appeared first on Blockonomi.
SEC, CFTC plan to sign memorandum on crypto oversight
The SEC-CFTC collaboration on crypto oversight could enhance regulatory clarity, potentially boosting market confidence and innovation. The post SEC, CFTC plan to sign memorandum on crypto oversight appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
AVAX price eyes all-time low despite Avalanche active users, ETF inflows rise
The AVAX price continued its steep downward trend this week, breaking a crucial support level despite notable positive developments such as soaring ETF inflows and strong network growth.
Capital Exits Crypto as Gold and S&P 500 Hit Record Highs
Stablecoin market cap dropped about $2.2B recently, extending a $5.6B decline and tightening crypto liquidity.
DOJ Crypto Unit Closure Sparks Scrutiny Of Deputy AG’s Personal Crypto Stakes
The Justice Department’s move last year to shut a specialized crypto enforcement team is drawing fresh fire after six US senators pressed the deputy attorney general for answers about his personal stakes in digital assets. The lawmakers say the timing and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche’s holdings raise real questions about conflicts that need clear […]