Tron-Established DSA Backs Trump’s Crypto Ball As World Liberty Financial Eyes TRX Treasury Integration
On Jan. 17, the Digital Sovereignty Alliance, a nonprofit established by Tron DAO, formally announced its sponsorship of President-elect Donald Trump’s Crypto Ball. In parallel, a source with knowledge of the situation informed Bitcoin.com News that World Liberty Financial, the decentralized finance (defi) arm of the Trump family, is set to integrate TRX into its […]Coinbase CEO calls on countries to establish Bitcoin reserves
Brian Armstrong has reportedly discussed potential policy issues related to cryptocurrencies with US President-elect Donald Trump.
Brian Armstrong, CEO of US-based cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase, has endorsed plans for global leaders to create Bitcoin strategic reserves.
In a Jan. 17 blog post on “economic freedom,” Armstrong said cryptocurrencies were ”the next chapter capitalism,” offering suggestions for policymakers to integrate digital assets into their economies in 2025.
The Coinbase CEO’s ideas included crypto-friendly laws, government efficiency, special economic zones, and the establishment of a Bitcoin (BTC) reserve as a hedge against inflation.
“The next global arms race will be in the digital economy, not space,” Armstrong speculated. “Bitcoin could be as foundational to the global economy as gold and will become central to national security in a world where holdings of Bitcoin can shift the balance of power among nation-states.”
Litecoin ETF Inches Closer to Potential Approval Following Regulatory Filings
Nasdaq filed a 19b-4 and an amended S-1 form on Wednesday on behalf of Canary Capital seeking approval from the SEC to launch the Canary Litecoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). The move comes a year after the regulator’s historic approval of multiple spot bitcoin ETFs in January 2024 and subsequent approvals of ether ETFs a few […]Coinbase advocates for a US government strategic Bitcoin reserve
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong proposes a US Bitcoin reserve for strategic economic advantage amid growing policy discussions.
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Trader Records 4,538% Gains on AI Altcoin That’s Exploded 35x in Under Three Months: Lookonchain
Blockchain tracking firm Lookonchain says one savvy crypto trader generated astronomical returns on an artificial intelligence (AI) related digital asset in less than three months. According to Lookonchain, an anonymous trader pulled in massive profits after buying 8.5 million utility tokens for aixbt by Virtuals (AIXBT), a crypto market intelligence platform built by the AI […]
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Bitcoin’s on the Cusp of an Impulsive Move, According to Trader Michaël van de Poppe – Here’s His Outlook
A widely followed crypto analyst says that Bitcoin (BTC) is on the brink of a move to the upside. In a new thread, crypto trader Michaël van de Poppe tells his 763,900 followers on the social media platform X that even though the crypto king looks like it’s on the cusp of an impulsive move, […]
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Wintermute Predicts US Bitcoin Reserve Consultations Will Spark Global Crypto Race
A fresh report from Wintermute, a global leader in algorithmic market-making and high-frequency trading (HFT), reveals a staggering 313% growth in the company’s over-the-counter (OTC) trading volumes, outpacing the broader 142% uptick in crypto exchange activity. Alongside these figures, the firm shared a series of forward-looking insights for 2025. Ethereum Acquisition? Wintermute Predicts Public Company […]US Fed Governor Says Rate Cuts Could Resume in the First Half of 2025 If Economic Trends Continue
U.S. Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller says multiple rate cuts are possible in the first half of the year. In a new interview with CNBC, Waller notes that recent data suggests inflation is coming down. “If we continue getting numbers like this, it’s reasonable to think that possibly rate cuts could happen in the first […]
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President-Elect Donald Trump Plans a Crypto Executive Order on Day One of His Second Term: Report
President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly going to issue a crypto-related executive order during the first day of his new term. According to a new report by Bloomberg, anonymous people familiar with his plans say Trump is planning an executive order that will prioritize crypto-focused policymaking. The report says the order will likely name digital assets […]
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Low-Cost Energy Meets High Hashrates: Bitfufu Eyes Major Oklahoma Mining Stake
Bitfufu has entered into a letter of intent to acquire a controlling interest in a 51-megawatt (MW) bitcoin mining facility based in Oklahoma. Bitfufu’s Strategic $0.03 per kWh Power Play As outlined in Bitfufu‘s announcement, the facility, located in an unpopulated region, is equipped with fully operational power and mining infrastructure. Electricity is procured from […]‘Typically a Good Sign’: One Metric Is Flashing Bullish for Altcoins, According to Analytics Platform Santiment
Crypto analytics firm Santiment says one metric is suddenly flashing bullish for altcoins as Bitcoin (BTC) reclaims $100,000. Santiment says that multiple altcoin projects are seeing a massive increase in whale transactions, including the stablecoin Dai (DAI), issued by Maker. According to Santiment, the increased buying of DAI is a bullish signal, indicating that investors […]
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DeFi fragmentation can only be solved at the account level
DeFi fragmentation hinders adoption, but chain abstraction at the account level could fix fragmentation
Opinion by: Richard Meissner, co-founder and technical lead at Safe.
The recent a16z “State of Crypto” report gave us something to cheer about. We’re seeing all-time highs in crypto activity, stablecoins are taking off, and AI agents might provide a new avenue for industry growth. But decentralized finance (DeFi), which manifests all of crypto’s most sacred values, remains the playground of a sophisticated minority.
In times of market volatility, crypto owners have been told to “hold on for dear life,” or hodl, but it seems we have been holding on for too long. As it turns out, only 5%–10% of crypto users are actively using their holdings. Instead of seeing ordinary people lining up to start their self-custody journey, market growth in crypto this year has been driven by things like Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and stablecoins, showing a lack of adoption of industry principles.
SEC Imposes $38 Million Penalty on Digital Currency Group for Negligence
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has imposed a $38 million fine on Digital Currency Group (DCG), accusing the company of negligence in misleading investors about the financial stability of its subsidiary, Genesis Global Capital (GGC). SEC Alleges Misleading Practices by Digital Currency Group and Genesis Global Capital This case raises pressing questions about […]BTC Breaks $105K: Is the ‘Trump Pump’ or Institutional Adoption Fueling a $3.63T Crypto Economy?
On Friday, bitcoin rose to an intraday peak of $105,246 per coin, as the collective valuation of the crypto economy expanded by 3.12%, reaching a substantial $3.63 trillion. Crypto Sector Value Grows Amid Growing Institutional Confidence and Trump Speculation Bitcoin (BTC) appreciated 5.7% against the U.S. dollar, marking its ascent to $105,246. This development unfolds […]Wintermute forecasts stablecoins driving deeper integration with Tradfi in 2025
Wintermute predicts stablecoins driving integration with traditional finance by 2025, fueled by ETF growth and corporate digital asset use.
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Trump’s first week in office: Will crypto regulation take a back seat?
Crypto investors and commentators are hopeful ahead of Trump’s inauguration, anticipating innovation-friendly regulations from his first day in office.
Crypto investors are increasingly optimistic as they await the inauguration of US President-elect Donald Trump on Jan. 20, anticipating more innovation-friendly regulations in the world’s largest economy.
Investors are also eagerly anticipating Paul Atkins as Trump’s pick for the new Securities and Exchange Commission chair.
While Trump has previously highlighted his intentions to bolster crypto innovation in the US, issuing regulatory frameworks takes time, according to Anastasija Plotnikova, co-founder and CEO of Fideum — a regulatory and blockchain infrastructure firm focused on institutions.
Winna.com Brings Transparency to Crypto Gambling with Provably Fair Games
Winna.com, a fast-growing crypto casino, is transforming the online gambling landscape with its innovative approach to fairness and transparency. By integrating provably fair technology into its house games, Winna is ensuring players can trust the outcomes of every spin, roll, and draw. The platform has also recently secured $15 million in funding, further solidifying its […]Bitcoin strategic reserve bill introduced in Wyoming
Wyoming’s move could set a precedent for other states, potentially increasing public fund diversification into digital assets nationwide.
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Whistleblowers Allege FDIC Officials Are Destroying Documents Related to Operation Chokepoint 2.0: Senator Lummis
U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) wants the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) to secure materials that could be related to the US government’s alleged efforts to de-bank crypto firms. In a new letter to FDIC chair Marty Gruenberg, Lummis says whistleblowers claim that the deposit insurer is destroying materials linked to its digital asset activities. […]
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SEC targets DCG and Genesis executives for fraud over 3AC fallout
SEC charges DCG, Genesis, and executives for fraud after 3AC collapse, alleging misleading claims, hidden insolvency, and investor losses.
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Bitcoin ETFs Bounce Back With $1.38 Billion Inflows in 2 Days
Bitcoin and ether ETFs continued their strong recovery with successive days of inflows worth $626 million and $167 million respectively. Bitcoin ETFs Reverse Outflows With Consecutive Days of Significant Inflows U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs continued the show of strength with another day of strong inflows. Data from Sosovalue on Jan. 16 showed that $626.15 million […]Crypto.com Pledges $1 Million to Aid Los Angeles Wildfire Relief Efforts
The donation will aid current relief efforts by Los Angeles firefighters while equipping them for potential future emergencies. $1 Million Donation to Support Los Angeles Wildfire Response Crypto.com has announced a donation of $1 million to support the Los Angeles wildfire relief efforts. The donation is intended to help provide Los Angeles firefighters and first […]Wall Street Pepe ICO Hits $50M – Experts are Saying Don’t Miss Out
A new meme coin is going viral in early 2025, and it’s raised over $50 million before even hitting exchanges. Wall Street Pepe (WEPE) isn’t just another frog-themed token, though. Instead, it’s mixing “degen” culture with real trading tools, leading one expert to suggest it’s the best meme coin to buy now. Wall Street Pepe […]What is a Bitcoin futures ETF?
A Bitcoin futures ETF offers investors exposure to Bitcoin’s price movements without directly owning the cryptocurrency.
A financial agreement to purchase or sell an item, such as wheat, oil or Bitcoin, at a predetermined price on a given future date is known as a futures contract.
These contracts are used for both risk management (hedging) and speculation on price movements. Let’s understand what this means with an example:
EU’s new ‘DORA’ rules come into effect: What does it mean for crypto?
Europe’s Digital Operational Resilience Act now applies to crypto businesses, expanding MiCA’s scope and requiring firms to enhance cybersecurity and risk management.
Cryptocurrency businesses in the European Union are subject to new cybersecurity regulations as the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) takes effect on Jan. 17.
DORA impacts cybersecurity and resilience practices by virtual asset service providers (VASP) in the region.
To comply with DORA, financial entities in the EU are required to have a comprehensive register of their contractual arrangements with third-party IT service providers to ensure safe infrastructure and risk management.
Bitcoin surges past $100K as Trump prepares to take office
Bitcoin surge past $100K ahead of Trump’s inauguration fuels crypto market, with gains in altcoins and speculation on future policies.
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Trump’s Choice for Treasury Secretary Sees ‘No Reason’ for the US To Roll Out a Central Bank Digital Currency
President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for Treasury Secretary does not think that the US needs to launch a central bank digital currency (CBDC). During his nomination hearing on Thursday, Scott Bessent told the Senate Finance Committee that, unlike other countries, the US will not gain much from rolling out a digital dollar. “On CBDCs, I see […]
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Bitcoin price still on track for $180K in 2025: Interview with Filbfilb
Bitcoin bull market excitement is building, and DecenTrader’s Filbfilb sees the chance for 80% BTC price upside.
Bitcoin (BTC) hitting $130,000 would be a great result for the current bull market, longtime trader and analyst Filbfilb says.
In his latest interview with Cointelegraph, the co-founder of trading suite DecenTrader gave his predictions on where BTC price action may be headed this cycle.
Bitcoin is bouncing back after a trip to two-month lows and is holding well above $100,000 as of Jan. 17, per data from Cointelegraph Markets Pro and TradingView.
XRP Market Analysis: Resistance at $3.40 Poses a Crucial Test for Bullish Momentum
XRP currently trades at $3.25, with a commanding market capitalization of $186 billion and a 24-hour trading volume of $18.96 billion. The intraday price range, spanning $3.19 to $3.40, showcases notable market activity within this bandwidth. XRP On the hourly chart, XRP reveals a transient consolidation phase, with prices fluctuating near the $3.20 level. Subdued […]Paul CHAN Mo-po, Vitalik Buterin Among the Top Speakers at Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2025
PRESS RELEASE. Hong Kong Web3 Festival today announced the first-round speaker lineup for its upcoming 2025 edition, which will take place from 6 to 9 April. The event will bring together representatives from a broad range of experts and leaders in the Web3 space, including: Paul CHAN Mo-po, GBM, GBS, MH, JP, Financial Secretary of […]