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bitcoinist.com Trump-Linked Crypto Firm Gets $500 Million Boost From UAE: Report

A US-linked crypto startup received a major foreign cash injection this week, stirring questions in Washington about money, access, and transparency. Reports say a UAE-backed investor paid roughly $500 million for nearly half of the company, a deal that was not widely known when it closed. Related Reading: Iran Ties Prompt US To Sanction UK […]

blockonomi.com Ripple CTO David Schwartz Denies Any Jeffrey Epstein Links to XRP or Stellar Networks

TLDR: Ripple CTO David Schwartz confirms no connections exist between Jeffrey Epstein and Ripple or Stellar organizations.  Schwartz revealed Austin Hill’s email to Epstein showing opposition to anyone supporting Ripple or Stellar networks.  The executive acknowledged indirect Bitcoin-Epstein ties but noted such patterns are common among wealthy individuals.  Documentary evidence suggests organized industry opposition existed [...] The post Ripple CTO David Schwartz Denies Any Jeffrey Epstein Links to XRP or Stellar Networks appeared first on Blockonomi.

news.bitcoin.com Latam Insights: Venezuelan Oil Flows to the US Again, El Salvador Buys the Gold Dip

Welcome to Latam Insights, a compilation of the most relevant crypto news from Latin America over the past week. In this edition, Citgo buys Venezuelan heavy crude once again, El Salvador buys the gold dip, and Nubank receives approval to launch as a digital bank in the U.S. Citgo’s Venezuelan Crude Purchase Signals a Turn […]

blockonomi.com Shiba Inu (SHIB) Struggles as Capital Rotates Into This New Crypto Protocol, Analysts Compare

This shift is clearly seen as Shiba Inu (SHIB) faces a period of slow growth and technical hurdles. At the same time, a new decentralized finance protocol is gaining massive momentum. This protocol is not just a token but a functional financial tool. As capital rotates, experts are comparing the early days of SHIB to [...] The post Shiba Inu (SHIB) Struggles as Capital Rotates Into This New Crypto Protocol, Analysts Compare appeared first on Blockonomi.

blockonomi.com Varntix Sets New Standard for Fixed Income in the Digital Asset Era

Fixed income has always sat uncomfortably alongside crypto. Digital asset markets were built on volatility, asymmetric upside, and open-ended risk, while fixed-income investing is defined by predictability, agreed terms, and returns known in advance. For much of crypto’s history, those two approaches rarely overlapped. That dynamic is starting to shift. As crypto markets mature and [...] The post Varntix Sets New Standard for Fixed Income in the Digital Asset Era appeared first on Blockonomi.

ambcrypto.com Chainlink slips below $11 after 22% sell-off – Can LINK bulls defend THIS zone?

Chainlink fell 22% in the final days of January 2026, raising questions about the durability of its multi-month uptrend. The sell-off decisively broke the $10.6–$11.75 support zone, a range that The post Chainlink slips below $11 after 22% sell-off – Can LINK bulls defend THIS zone? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

blockonomi.com Solana DeFi Breach Sees Step Finance Lose $30M as Treasury Wallets Exploited

TLDR: Step Finance hacked, losing $30M in SOL through compromised treasury wallets. The attack affected treasury wallets only; the $STEP token collapsed by over 84% afterward. Recent Solana DeFi hacks follow similar vectors: wallet compromise, key leaks, and access flaws. Investigation underway with cybersecurity firms helping track stolen SOL and secure assets.   Step Finance [...] The post Solana DeFi Breach Sees Step Finance Lose $30M as Treasury Wallets Exploited appeared first on Blockonomi.

ambcrypto.com India’s Budget 2026: New penalties hit crypto reporting – Is fresh 'crackdown' next?

India’s Union Budget 2026 has introduced a new penalty framework to enforce crypto-asset transaction reporting. In simple words, the new budget tightens oversight on exchanges and intermediaries The post India’s Budget 2026: New penalties hit crypto reporting – Is fresh 'crackdown' next? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

news.bitcoin.com OSL Group Raises $200 Million to Accelerate Stablecoin and Payments Expansion

OSL Group secures $200 million equity financing to fund global stablecoin, payments growth, acquisitions, and infrastructure. OSL Group (HKEX: 863) announced on January 29, 2026 in Hong Kong a $200 million (approximately HK$1.56 billion) equity financing to bolster its balance sheet and accelerate expansion of its stablecoin trading and payment platform, support strategic acquisitions, and […]

blockmanity.com Bitcoin Price Plunge: What Lies Ahead as BTC Dives Under $78,000

Bitcoin Price Plunge: What Lies Ahead as BTC Dives Bitcoin has taken a sharp hit, dropping below $78,000 and keeping traders on edge through the weekend. This sudden plunge has everyone asking: what’s next for BTC? In this post, we […] The post Bitcoin Price Plunge: What Lies Ahead as BTC Dives Under $78,000 appeared first on Blockmanity.

blockonomi.com Ghana Advances Crypto Regulation with NAVALI to Educate Citizens on Digital Assets

TLDR: NAVALI educates Ghanaians on licensed crypto platforms to reduce exposure to scams and fraud.  VASP Act 1154 formally legalizes digital asset trading while protecting investors across Ghana.  Nearly 3 million citizens participate in crypto, highlighting Ghana’s growing fintech ecosystem.  NAVALI bridges knowledge gaps, combining literacy and regulation for safer virtual asset use.    Ghana’s [...] The post Ghana Advances Crypto Regulation with NAVALI to Educate Citizens on Digital Assets appeared first on Blockonomi.

blockonomi.com The 5 Best Prop Firms for Traders in Australia

Proprietary trading is expanding rapidly in Australia as traders search for ways to scale without risking personal savings. Rising volatility, tighter broker margins, and higher capital requirements have made funded accounts a logical alternative. Instead of slowly growing small accounts, traders can access meaningful capital much earlier. Funded trading also solves a major psychological issue. When [...] The post The 5 Best Prop Firms for Traders in Australia appeared first on Blockonomi.

bitcoinist.com Here’s Why Bitcoin And The Crypto Market Are Crashing This Weekend — Details

Bitcoin and the general cryptocurrency market have continued their struggles, as prices took a nosedive this weekend. On Friday, January 31, it seemed like the crypto market was gearing for another slow-action weekend as prices somewhat steadied after Thursday’s bloodbath. However, the market has completely gone against the trend this weekend, with Bitcoin and the […]

blockonomi.com OKX and Binance Clash Over Causes of Devastating October 10 Market Collapse

TLDR: OKX CEO Star claims Binance’s 12% APY USDe promotion blurred distinctions between stablecoins and hedge funds.  Users created leverage loops by borrowing USDT against USDe collateral, repeating the cycle multiple times.  Haseeb Qureshi notes Bitcoin bottomed 30 minutes before USDe moved, challenging the causation narrative.  Technical failures including Binance API outages and Trump tariff [...] The post OKX and Binance Clash Over Causes of Devastating October 10 Market Collapse appeared first on Blockonomi.

news.bitcoin.com EU Opens Infringement Notices Over Crypto Tax Rules and MiCA Breaches

The European Commission sends formal notices to 13 EU member states over delayed or incompatible transposition of EU crypto tax transparency and MiCA rules. The European Commission has issued letters of formal notice to 12 European Union member states—Belgium, Bulgaria, Czechia, Estonia, Greece, Spain, Cyprus, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Poland and Portugal—for failing to fully […]

blockmanity.com Crypto Market Bloodbath: Why Prices Are Crashing Today and Recovery Outlook

Crypto Market Bloodbath: and Recovery Outlook The crypto world is reeling from a massive sell-off. The total market cap dropped nearly $291 billion at one point on Saturday, with Bitcoin leading the charge downward. Right now, the market sits at […] The post Crypto Market Bloodbath: Why Prices Are Crashing Today and Recovery Outlook appeared first on Blockmanity.

news.bitcoin.com ‘Stop Chasing a Ghost:’ Analyst Claims the Bitcoin Adoption-Fueled Trade Is Dead

Jim Bianco claims that bitcoin will need to find another narrative now that market adoption is a given and that all events and news regarding this subject are already priced in. “That engine is now out of fuel; stop chasing a ghost,” he added. Bitcoin’s Adoption Trade Is Dead, Analyst Claims ‘Good News’ Is Priced […]

bitcoinist.com Bitcoin Active Addresses Fall To 2020 Lows Following $83,000 Failure — What To Expect

The Bitcoin market has seen a horrific tale over the week, with the price recording a downturn of more than 12%. As the flagship cryptocurrency tests its $77,000 price support, data from recent on-chain analysis has been put out, which suggests that investors might have more concerns in the near-term. Related Reading: Bitcoin MVRV Z-Score […]

bitcoinist.com OKX CEO Criticizes Binance Over October 10 Market Crash – Details

OKX CEO Star Xu has publicly accused Binance of being central to the October 10 crypto market crash that wiped out tens of billions of dollars, causing damage that many described exceeded the fallout from the FTX collapse in 2022. Related Reading: XRP About To Make A New Wave Of Multi-Millionaires As Capital Floods In […]

news.bitcoin.com US Treasury Sanctions IRGC-Linked Digital Asset Exchanges

OFAC sanctions senior Iranian security figures, Babak Zanjani, and two UK-registered crypto exchanges for aiding the IRGC and human rights abuses. The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced on January 30, 2026 in Washington the designation of Iran’s Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni Kalagari and multiple Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps […]

blockmanity.com Ultimate Guide to the Best Ethereum DApps: Top 5 Exchanges and Games in 2024

Why Ethereum DApps Are Changing the Crypto Game Ethereum has been a game-changer since 2015. It lets developers build decentralized applications (DApps) using smart contracts. These apps run on the blockchain, so they have almost no downtime, less control by […] The post Ultimate Guide to the Best Ethereum DApps: Top 5 Exchanges and Games in 2024 appeared first on Blockmanity.

news.bitcoin.com Diamond Hands Put to the Test: Will Strategy Ever Capitulate?

Strategy, the company at the center of the bitcoin treasury playbook, is now in the sights of crypto enthusiasts, after BTC slipped below the company’s average acquisition price. While Saylor has repeatedly stated he wouldn’t sell any bitcoin, speculation has surged around this subject. Speculation Around Strategy’s Bitcoin Stash Surges: Will Saylor Capitulate? Strategy, the […]

blockmanity.com Crypto Bloodbath: Why Bitcoin Dipped Below $79K on Silver Sell-Off and Trump’s Fed Chair Pick

Crypto Bloodbath: Why on and Trump’s The crypto market took a hard hit over the weekend. , dragging down Ethereum and Solana with it. This drop came after a wild week full of shocks from commodities and big political news. […] The post Crypto Bloodbath: Why Bitcoin Dipped Below $79K on Silver Sell-Off and Trump’s Fed Chair Pick appeared first on Blockmanity.

blockonomi.com ASTER Price Crash From $2.42 to $0.54 Amid Whale Dumps and Market Control

TLDR: Six wallets control 88–96% of ASTER supply, enabling coordinated whale dumps.  ASTER fell from $2.42 to $0.54 as large holders sold aggressively.  Post-dump consolidation shows weak bounces, indicating continued bearish dominance.  Price must reclaim $0.56–$0.58 to prevent further decline toward $0.472–$0.451.   The ASTER price crash has shaken the crypto market, dropping from $2.42 [...] The post ASTER Price Crash From $2.42 to $0.54 Amid Whale Dumps and Market Control appeared first on Blockonomi.

blockonomi.com Kraken Lists BGB Token as Morph Foundation Eyes Global Expansion

TLDR: Kraken’s strict listing standards approve fewer than 20% of applications, validating BGB’s compliance.  BGB transferred to Morph Foundation in September 2025, shifting focus from trading to governance utility.  Institutional crypto adoption surged 340% last year, creating demand for compliant exchange-traded tokens.  Kraken processed over $207 billion in 2025 trading volume, providing significant liquidity for [...] The post Kraken Lists BGB Token as Morph Foundation Eyes Global Expansion appeared first on Blockonomi.

blockonomi.com Paul Atkins Makes History as First Sitting SEC Chair to Speak at Bitcoin Conference 2026

TLDR: Paul Atkins becomes the first sitting SEC Chair to address Bitcoin 2026 in a historic move.  Project Crypto expands into a joint SEC–CFTC initiative for unified digital asset oversight.  Senate advances legislation giving the CFTC spot market authority over digital commodities.  Atkins emphasizes self-custody and clear rules to guide Bitcoin and crypto markets forward. [...] The post Paul Atkins Makes History as First Sitting SEC Chair to Speak at Bitcoin Conference 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.

blockonomi.com Avalanche Faces Bearish Setup Below $10 Despite ETF and RWA Adoption Boom

TLDR: AVAX rallies look like traps as sellers reload near $11.5, keeping downside liquidity firmly in focus.  Institutional RWA growth hits records, but price action screams distribution, not accumulation.  ETF inflows add credibility, yet remain too small to counter a confirmed bearish structure.  Below $11.28, AVAX enters “prove-it mode” with $8.52 acting as the next [...] The post Avalanche Faces Bearish Setup Below $10 Despite ETF and RWA Adoption Boom appeared first on Blockonomi.

news.bitcoin.com Binance: October Flash Crash Was a Macro Liquidation Spiral — Not Exchange Failure

Binance is pushing back hard against blame for October’s crypto flash crash, arguing macro shocks, leverage and liquidity dynamics — not exchange failures — drove a synchronized global sell-off that hit crypto and equities alike. Binance Rejects Glitch Claims, Blames Macro Shock for October Crypto Crash Market dislocations often trigger competing narratives about responsibility and […]

blockmanity.com Crypto Sell-Off Intensifies: Bitcoin Crashes Amid Stock Market Rout and Surging Geopolitical Tensions

Introduction: A Rough Day for Crypto Investors The crypto market is facing a tough time right now. Bitcoin has dropped sharply, and many altcoins are following suit. Total market cap has lost billions in just hours. This as stock markets […] The post Crypto Sell-Off Intensifies: Bitcoin Crashes Amid Stock Market Rout and Surging Geopolitical Tensions appeared first on Blockmanity.

blockmanity.com Bitcoin Crash 2025: Why BTC is Dropping Hard and What Experts Predict Next

Bitcoin Crash 2025: Why BTC is Dropping Hard and What Experts Predict Next Bitcoin has taken a sharp hit lately. Prices are falling fast, and many traders are asking: ? BTC dropped below key levels, dragging Ether and other coins […] The post Bitcoin Crash 2025: Why BTC is Dropping Hard and What Experts Predict Next appeared first on Blockmanity.

news.bitcoin.com Latam Powerhouse Nu Receives Approval to Launch Digital Bank in the US

Nu, the Latam-focused neobank, has reached a milestone by receiving a conditional approval to establish a national bank in the U.S., Nubank N.A. The organization, which serves over 127 million customers, says its new challenge will be to prove that digital-first services are the future of the financial services industry. Nu Receives OCC Approval To […]

news.bitcoin.com From Stablecoin to Cash Engine: Tether Logs $10B Profits in 2025

Tether’s latest attestation shows the world’s largest stablecoin issuer held more assets than liabilities at the end of 2025, according to an independent assurance report released Jan. 30. Tether Confirms Reserve Coverage in ISAE 3000R Assurance Report The report, prepared by BDO Advisory Services under the ISAE 3000R standard, covers Tether International, S.A. de C.V.’s […]

ambcrypto.com ‘Stablecoin ordinance has taken effect’ - Hong Kong pushes for crypto regulation

Hong Kong has revealed that it has activated licensing for issuers of fiat-based stablecoins amid a broader push for crypto regulatory clarity.  During a policy briefing with the Legislative CouncThe post ‘Stablecoin ordinance has taken effect’ - Hong Kong pushes for crypto regulation appeared first on AMBCrypto.

news.bitcoin.com Regulation Turns Bullish: US Positioned as Global Hub for Crypto, DeFi, Derivatives

U.S. crypto regulation is entering a decisive new chapter as federal leaders move to align oversight, clarify rules, and cement American dominance in digital asset markets through coordinated action across agencies and existing regulatory authority. Crypto Takes Center Stage as U.S. Regulators Signal a New Era of Clarity A new phase of U.S. financial regulation […]

news.bitcoin.com RLUSD Attestation Strengthens Institutional Confidence as Liquidity Venues Expand

RLUSD is gaining momentum as independent audits confirm full reserve backing, regulatory alignment, and growing institutional confidence, strengthening its position across crypto and traditional markets while signaling deeper liquidity, wider adoption, and rising trust. RLUSD Audit Fuels Institutional Confidence and Market Expansion Ripple’s senior vice president of stablecoins, Jack McDonald, who is also CEO of […]

blockmanity.com Web3 Gaming Studios Shutting Down: Axie Infinity Founder Predicts More Failures in 2026

: Axie Infinity Founder Predicts More Failures in 2026 The world is facing tough times. Many studios are closing their doors, and experts warn that 2026 will bring even more pain. Jeff Zirlin, co-founder of Axie Infinity and Ronin Network, […] The post Web3 Gaming Studios Shutting Down: Axie Infinity Founder Predicts More Failures in 2026 appeared first on Blockmanity.

bitcoinist.com Insider Trading Case Against Coinbase Leadership Surges Ahead

Coinbase’s legal battle over alleged insider trading hit a new milestone this week when a Delaware judge refused to toss a shareholder suit, keeping alive claims that top executives and directors sold stock while sitting on inside information. Reports say the ruling does not resolve guilt or innocence. It simply lets the case continue in […]

news.bitcoin.com Silver to $60? Strategist Flags Extreme Valuation Risk

Silver faces mounting downside risk as extreme valuation signals flash warnings, with intermetal comparisons suggesting prices remain stretched and vulnerable to a sharp reversion even after a significant pullback. Silver Bears Warn of Painful Reversion — Silver’s Price Strength Masks Growing Downside Risk Bloomberg Intelligence senior commodity strategist Mike McGlone shared on social media platform […]

bitcoinmagazine.com El Salvador’s Bitcoin Beach Hosts Global Summit: Strategies for Sustainable Bitcoin Circular Economies Emerge

Bitcoin Magazine El Salvador’s Bitcoin Beach Hosts Global Summit: Strategies for Sustainable Bitcoin Circular Economies Emerge The invite-only Bitcoin Circular Economy Summit in El Zonte drew representatives from 29 countries, spotlighting concentrated adoption, high-trust teams, and Bitcoin-only focus for lasting impact in failing-currency regions. This post El Salvador’s Bitcoin Beach Hosts Global Summit: Strategies for Sustainable Bitcoin Circular Economies Emerge first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

news.bitcoin.com Citgo’s Venezuelan Crude Purchase Signals a Turn in US Policy

Following the capture of the President of Venezuela Nicolás Maduro, reports indicate that the U.S. has sold its first shipment of Venezuelan crude, fetching $500 million. At the same time, oil—the world’s second-largest asset by market capitalization—has climbed nearly 14% since the start of the year amid geopolitical strain and escalating trade wars. Citgo Acquires […]

bitcoinist.com XRP About To Make A New Wave Of Multi-Millionaires As Capital Floods In

Capital is rotating back into high-potential crypto assets, and XRP is emerging as the primary beneficiary of the shift. As liquidity floods back into the market, many believe the altcoin is positioned for a powerful upside move that could dramatically reshape portfolios.  Why This Capital Inflow Could Change XRP’s Price Forever XRP is about to […]

blockmanity.com Bitcoin Price Prediction: Set to 10X by 2035 If It Grabs Half of Gold’s Market Cap

Bitcoin Price Prediction: Set to 10X by 2035 If It Grabs Half of Gold’s Market Cap Bitcoin has come a long way. From a niche idea to a trillion-dollar asset, it has shown massive growth. In the last 10 years, […] The post Bitcoin Price Prediction: Set to 10X by 2035 If It Grabs Half of Gold’s Market Cap appeared first on Blockmanity.

themerkle.com Step Finance Hit By Major Treasury Breach

Shockwaves moved through the Solana ecosystem after DeFi dashboard and portfolio platform Step Finance confirmed that parts of its treasury infrastructure were compromised. The team disclosed that some of its treasury and fee wallets suffered a security breach and are now under active investigation. In a brief initial statement, the project said there had been “a breach of security for some of our treasury wallets hours ago” and added that more details would follow once internal reviews progressed. That short message was enough to spark panic across Solana-based communities, as on-chain analysts quickly began tracing unusual movements of funds. Those The post Step Finance Hit By Major Treasury Breach appeared first on The Merkle News.

themerkle.com Lighter EVM Marks A Major Shift From Trading Engine To Full-Stack DeFi Platform

Lighter is officially stepping beyond its roots as a high-performance perpetual DEX with the launch of Lighter EVM, a major upgrade that introduces Ethereum Virtual Machine compatibility directly onto its infrastructure. The move allows developers to deploy general-purpose smart contracts on Lighter for the first time, turning what was once a specialized trading engine into a broader blockchain and DeFi ecosystem. By enabling EVM support, Lighter opens the door for familiar DeFi protocols such as Uniswap and Aave to run natively on its platform, creating a unified environment where trading, lending, and liquidity interact in real time. The announcement, shared The post Lighter EVM Marks A Major Shift From Trading Engine To Full-Stack DeFi Platform appeared first on The Merkle News.

themerkle.com Tether Caps A Record Year With Explosive Profit Growth

Tether has released its Q4 2025 quarterly attestation, and the numbers confirm what much of the crypto market has already felt, 2025 was a breakout year for the world’s largest stablecoin issuer. The company crossed $10 billion in profits, driven by massive global demand for USDT and strong returns from its growing reserve portfolio. At a time when traditional banking systems remain slow, expensive, and difficult to access across large parts of the world, digital dollars are increasingly becoming the default financial rail for millions of users. Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino highlighted the milestone in a public update, pointing to The post Tether Caps A Record Year With Explosive Profit Growth appeared first on The Merkle News.

blockmanity.com Bitcoin Drops 28%: Is It Time to Buy the Dip on the Crypto That’s Skyrocketed 23,000% in a Decade?

Bitcoin Drops : Is It Time to on the Crypto That’s Skyrocketed 23,000% in a Decade? Bitcoin has seen wild ups and downs, but right now, it’s grabbing attention for all the right reasons. This top cryptocurrency is from its […] The post Bitcoin Drops 28%: Is It Time to Buy the Dip on the Crypto That’s Skyrocketed 23,000% in a Decade? appeared first on Blockmanity.

bitcoinist.com Crypto Fear Gauge Stuck In The Red — Analysts Say That’s Good News

Reports say social and on-chain mood around crypto has dropped to a yearly low, a sign that fear is running high among many investors. Santiment’s social-data read shows negative chatter spiking and the balance of bearish to bullish comments tilting heavily toward fear. That kind of panic has, at times, been followed by price rebounds […]

news.bitcoin.com Onchain Perp DEX Trading Accelerates With Nearly $1T in 30-Day Volume

Decentralized perpetual exchanges are quietly stacking nine-figure monthly volumes as traders continue shifting leverage-heavy activity onchain, away from centralized venues. Decentralized Perps Platforms See Sustained Growth in Trading Activity Decentralized perpetual exchanges, often called perp DEXes, are a growing segment of decentralized finance ( DeFi) that allow traders to speculate on the price of assets […]

blockonomi.com Global Markets Lose $12 Trillion in 48 Hours as Precious Metals Suffer Historic Collapse

TLDR: Global markets erase $12trillion as Silver’s unprecedented nine consecutive green monthly candles preceded a violent 39% single-day crash.  Paper-to-physical silver ratios of 300:1 created severe stress between derivatives and actual metal demand.  Exchanges raised silver margins by 36% in three days, forcing automatic liquidations in falling markets.  Kevin Warsh’s Fed Chair probability ended policy [...] The post Global Markets Lose $12 Trillion in 48 Hours as Precious Metals Suffer Historic Collapse appeared first on Blockonomi.

blockonomi.com Ethereum Funding Rates Plunge to FTX Collapse Levels as $2.5B Liquidations Shake Crypto Markets

TLDR: Ethereum absorbed $1.1 billion in liquidations as total crypto market lost $470 billion over three days.  Binance ETH funding rates dropped to -0.028%, levels last seen during the FTX collapse in November 2022.  Aggregated funding rates across exchanges hit -0.078%, signaling extreme bearish positioning in derivatives.  Market remains in cleansing phase as geopolitical tensions [...] The post Ethereum Funding Rates Plunge to FTX Collapse Levels as $2.5B Liquidations Shake Crypto Markets appeared first on Blockonomi.

news.bitcoin.com Moltbook: How AI Agents Ended up Building Their Own Social Network

Moltbook is a fast-growing, Reddit-style social network where artificial intelligence (AI) agents—not humans—post, argue, collaborate, and quietly form culture on their own terms. From Moltbots to Moltbook: The Rise of the Agent Internet Billed as “the front page of the agent internet,” Moltbook allows only AI agents to create accounts, submit posts, comment, and vote, […]

blockmanity.com Blistering Inflation Jump Crushes Rate Cut Hopes, Bitcoin Price Takes a Dive

In a shocking turn, a has hit the markets hard. The latest Producer Price Index (PPI) data for December came in much hotter than expected. This surge has forced traders to rethink when the Federal Reserve might cut interest rates. […] The post Blistering Inflation Jump Crushes Rate Cut Hopes, Bitcoin Price Takes a Dive appeared first on Blockmanity.

blockonomi.com Chinese National Sentenced to 46 Months for Laundering $36.9M in Crypto Pig Butchering Scam

TLDR: Chinese Jingliang Su laundered $36.9M stolen from 174 Americans via shell firms and crypto wallets.  Funds were converted into USDT at Deltec Bank and routed to Cambodia scam centers.  Victims were deceived through dating apps, social media, and fake crypto platforms.  DOJ ordered $26.9M restitution as part of a wider crackdown on global scam [...] The post Chinese National Sentenced to 46 Months for Laundering $36.9M in Crypto Pig Butchering Scam appeared first on Blockonomi.

news.bitcoin.com Bitcoin Plummets Under $76K as Iran Tensions Spark $1.1 Billion Hourly Wipeout

Bitcoin followed the collapse of the precious metals market on Friday, plunging nearly $9K amidst rising geopolitical tensions. On Jan. 31, bitcoin tumbled to an intraday low of $75,555, marking its lowest point since April 2025, following reports of explosions in Iran. The flash crash briefly erased bitcoin’s market capitalization to $1.5 trillion, dragging the […]

blockonomi.com Visa Expands Stablecoin Rails Across Blockchains With Ethereum at Core

TLDR: Visa operates a full-scale stablecoin settlement system across four major blockchains in 2026.  Ethereum remains Visa’s core layer for high-value, high-security transactions.  Solana, Avalanche, and Stellar handle speed, cost efficiency, and cross-border use cases.  Visa plans direct USDC settlement on Circle’s upcoming Arc Layer-1 blockchain.   Visa has entered a new phase of blockchain [...] The post Visa Expands Stablecoin Rails Across Blockchains With Ethereum at Core appeared first on Blockonomi.

bitcoinist.com Why This Pundit Is Walking Back His XRP Stand; “I Was Wrong”

A popular crypto pundit who previously criticized XRP has now changed his tune, acknowledging he was wrong to undermine the cryptocurrency and now calling it “the global currency”. The analyst cited his earlier misconceptions about the altcoin, highlighting developments such as Ripple’s new bank charter as major reasons for his shift in sentiment.   XRP Critic […]

blockonomi.com Crypto’s RWA Revolution: $25B Market, 37% Growth & Institutional Flows

TLDR: RWA tokenized value soared from $1.2B in 2023 to $25.26B in 2026, marking a structural inflection.  US Treasuries dominate on‑chain RWA with $10B+, signaling confidence in safe collateral.  827,951 holders and 20.35% monthly growth point to broadening adoption beyond whales.  $378.96B in represented RWAs highlights a massive pipeline yet to be tokenized.   Tokenized [...] The post Crypto’s RWA Revolution: $25B Market, 37% Growth & Institutional Flows appeared first on Blockonomi.

blockmanity.com $818 Million Outflows: Investors Dump Bitcoin ETFs as BTC Crashes to 9-Month Low

In a stunning turn of events, Bitcoin ETFs saw investors pull out nearly in a single day last week. This massive sell-off came right as Bitcoin’s price tanked to its lowest point in nine months. The crypto market felt the […] The post $818 Million Outflows: Investors Dump Bitcoin ETFs as BTC Crashes to 9-Month Low appeared first on Blockmanity.

bitcoinmagazine.com Bitcoin Price Crashes to $75,000 Range As Broader Crypto Market Sells-Off

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Crashes to $75,000 Range As Broader Crypto Market Sells-Off The bitcoin price crashed into the $75,000 range, breaking below key technical support levels as heavy selling pressure swept through the market. This post Bitcoin Price Crashes to $75,000 Range As Broader Crypto Market Sells-Off first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.