A major shake-up at the SEC is reshaping expectations for crypto oversight, with a departing commissioner known for strict views giving way to leadership seen as more open to digital asset innovation. SEC Commissioner Exit Signals Bullish Shift in Crypto Regulatory Tone A leadership transition with implications for crypto oversight emerged at a key regulator. […]

We’re thrilled to announce that VET is available for trading on Kraken! Funding and trading VET trading is live as of January 2, 2026. To add an asset to your Kraken account, navigate to Funding, select the asset you’re after, and hit ‘Deposit’.  Make sure to deposit your tokens into networks supported by Kraken. Deposits […]

Ilya Lichtenstein, who hacked crypto exchange Bitfinex and stole nearly 120,000 Bitcoin, said he has been freed from prison early. His wife, Heather Morgan, who also pleaded guilty as part of the Bitcoin laundering scheme, celebrated her husband’s apparent release. Thanks to President Trump’s First Step Act, I have been released from prison early. I […]

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XRP is facing a critical turning point as key long-term support gives way for the first time in over 400 days. After consolidating near $2, the recent break below the 200-day moving average signals mounting pressure, putting the cryptocurrency in a high-stakes zone where the next move could define its near-term trajectory. Price Stalls Below […]

In many markets, some investors look for predictable income streams, though outcomes depend on risk and product structure. FY Energy is a cryptocurrency cloud mining platform that states it operates under U.S. registration and offers services designed to simplify participation. Company registration and licensing claims (U.S., FinCEN MSB) Regulatory registration can affect how users assess […]

Coinbase Institutional is signaling a significant shift in how mainstream retail traders might access financial markets by positioning stock perpetual futures (perps) as the next major trading vehicle. In a post on X, David Duong, Coinbase Institutional’s global head of investment research, says that perps have evolved past simply being “isolated, high-leverage trading vehicles and […]

Bitwise Asset Management just filed registration statements with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for 11 new cryptocurrency strategy exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The filings would trade on NYSE Arca if approved, expanding regulated access to major altcoins. The proposed funds include individual strategy ETFs tracking Aave (AAVE), Zcash (ZEC), Sui (SUI), Uniswap (UNI), Starknet (STRK), Near […]

Something interesting is happening before most people even notice it. Searches related to best meme coins to watch are beginning to rise again, not due to recycled jokes or short-term hype, but because some projects are exploring more practical use cases. DOGEBALL has started to attract attention within this context, as interest in early-stage crypto […]

A report says U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs logged a record $4.57B decline in net flows over a two-month window, with SoSoValue’s flow dashboard used as the reference point. The pullback affects investors and issuers tied to these products as redemptions dominate the near-term tape and compress aggregate capital held in the funds. The SoSoValue view […]

Crypto security researcher Taylor Monahan has publicly slammed Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong and accused the exchange’s leadership of prioritizing growth over user safety. Security failures tied to Coinbase Commerce resurfaced as Armstrong unveiled the company’s 2026 roadmap. Old Wounds, New Roadmap Responding to Armstrong’s tweet about Coinbase’s top priorities for 2026, which focused on expanding […]

Can the rate of Bitcoin (BTC) fix above $90,000 by the end of the week?

Crypto regulations are changing around the world in 2026, as several jurisdictions adopt crypto and stablecoin policy frameworks.

Digital assets are poised to mature into core financial infrastructure in 2026 as regulation, institutional capital, and real-world use converge, accelerating adoption beyond speculation and reshaping global markets, according to insights from Binance’s APAC leadership. Binance Exec Signals 2026 Bullish Regime Shift Toward Value-Driven Markets Expectations for the digital asset sector in 2026 are increasingly […]

The Flow Foundation has entered “phase two” of its recovery following a $3.9 million exploit on Saturday, December 27, 2025. Developers scrapped an initial plan to roll back the blockchain due to community concerns over decentralisation, opting instead for a “two-stage” recovery. Flow accused an unnamed exchange of AML/KYC failures after a single account deposited […]

Total crypto losses from hacks and exploits fell 60% in December to $76 million, a sharp decline from the $194.2 million recorded in November across 26 major incidents. The month’s largest theft involved a $50 million “address poisoning” scam where a victim accidentally sent funds to a lookalike wallet. Trust Wallet committed to fully reimbursing […]

Iran is actively offering other countries to purchase arms, including ballistic missiles, drones, and warships, with payment in cryptocurrency.

Head of research at on-chain analytics firm CryptoQuant has explained how demand makes the basis of a Bitcoin cycle, rather than price performance. Bitcoin Apparent Demand Has Been Declining Recently In a new post on X, CryptoQuant head of research Julio Moreno has talked about Bitcoin cycles from a different lens. “Most are focusing on […]

The company’s energy operations will become “100% North American” following the sale of the Paraguayan site.

Frank Giustra, a prominent Canadian business mogul, has predicted that Bitcoin could potentially face a severe price plunge.

TL;DR: Market cap rose 1.4% to $3.1T on $70.6B volume; Bitcoin held $88,960 with $88K support and $92K resistance. Majors stayed range-bound: ETH near $3,024 (+1.6%), BNB $867 (+1%), SOL $127.3 (+2.5%), XRP $1.87 (+1.7%), DOGE $0.128 (+8%). Altcoins led: Pepe +25%, Monad +17%, Holoworld +30%. Julio Moreno said Bitcoin may be two months into […]

Polymarket traders assign a 22% probability to Bitcoin reaching $150,000 before 2027. Most bets cluster around a more conservative range between $100,000 and $120,000, reflecting a cautious market stance despite bullish projections for 2026. Based on current Polymarket data, the $120,000 level carries a 46% probability. Estimates decline as price targets rise: $130,000 stands at […]

Stablecoin issuer Tether added 8,888.8888888 BTC to its reserves in Q4 2025. The latest stash brings its total holdings to over 96,000 coins, which is worth roughly $8.46 billion. The purchase of around $779 million was confirmed by CEO Paolo Ardoino on X and continues the company’s ongoing “8888” accumulation pattern. Tether’s Diversification Strategy Tether […]

Crypto ETFs closed the final trading day of 2025 with continued pressure on bitcoin and ether products, while XRP and solana quietly extended their late-year momentum. Year-End ETF Flows Favor Altcoins Over Bitcoin, Ether The curtain closed on 2025 with investors still lightening exposure to bitcoin and ether ETFs, even as XRP and solana attracted […]

The new token is expected to operate on the Cronos blockchain.

Altcoin Daily host Austin Arnold used a Jan. 1 video titled “Top 6 Crypto Altcoins To Invest In For 2026” to lay out what he framed as three “first-time” catalysts for crypto in 2026 and a corresponding list of six altcoins he says he’d “buy and hold” into that backdrop, spanning smart-contract platforms, AI infrastructure, […]

January 1, 2026 – Fy Energy, a global digital asset mining service provider, announced the launch of a brandnew free cloud mining service, allowing users to access introductory mining features without an initial payment. Simultaneously, the platform has further upgraded its affiliate program to support community growth through adjusted referral terms. This significant update aims […]

Bitcoin cash-and-carry trades faded toward the end of the year, leading funds to shift to Bitcoin options for yield. Is the strategy putting a cap on BTC price?

What will Ripple-associated cryptocurrency be worth in 2026?

The Ministry of Defense Export Center of Iran, referred to as Mindex, is now accepting payments in cryptocurrency for advanced weaponry equipment, such as drones and ballistic missiles. This would be the first time that a country publicly accepts crypto for this kind of equipment. Report: Iran Now Taking Crypto For Advanced Weaponry, Sidestepping Sanctions […]

Venture capital firm a16z Crypto has outlined its top expectations for the digital asset sector in a post shared on X on January 1, pointing to major shifts in payments, privacy, and blockchain use cases in 2026. The list framed a future where stablecoins will rival global card networks, privacy tools will become a key […]

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