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Why Crypto Adoption Isn’t Translating Into Everyday Payments
Despite strong support for crypto adoption, a survey shows most users rarely use digital assets for daily payments due to infrastructure barriers.
Ethereum is facing a brutal institutional “midlife crisis,” and the Foundation’s 35-point response reveals a shocking new reality
The Ethereum Foundation has shifted to proactive institutional marketing, responding to competitive narratives and reputational pressure regarding its dominance.
Crypto Platform Finst Secures €8m Series-A Funding to Make European Crypto Investing More Transparent and Affordable
Dutch crypto platform Finst raised €8 million in Series A funding to accelerate its European expansion with a MiCAR-first strategy.
Bitcoin, ether ETFs report combined $713 million in outflows amid market turmoil
US spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs experienced a combined net outflow of $713 million on Tuesday due to market turmoil.
Novogratz’s Galaxy Digital plans $100 million hedge fund with crypto focus: report
Galaxy Digital is launching a $100 million hedge fund focusing on crypto and traditional finance equities.
Solana ETFs Outperform Bitcoin and Ethereum Amid Market Crash
Solana ETFs saw net inflows while Bitcoin ETFs experienced outflows during a market crash, indicating strong investor conviction in SOL.
Grayscale’s Near ETF Plan Progresses While Token Faces Selling Pressure
Grayscale filed to convert its Near Trust into a spot ETF, though the NEAR token is currently experiencing selling pressure.
Axie Infinity Revives Amid Market Fear, but Multiple Data Points Raise Warnings
Axie Infinity (AXS) has seen a surprising rally, but concerning on-chain data suggests potential risks to its sustainability.
Galaxy plans to debut $100M hedge fund amid market pullback
Galaxy is launching a $100 million long-short hedge fund to capitalize on crypto volatility and related financial tech stocks.
Nansen rolls out AI-powered trading solution on Solana and Base in a shift from pure analytics
Nansen launched an integrated AI-powered trading solution on Solana and Base, moving beyond its core analytics offerings.
Stablecoin Politics Threaten to Derail US Market Structure Reform
Political conflict over stablecoin yields is jeopardizing long-awaited US crypto market structure reform legislation.
Extreme Fear Replaces Greed in Crypto Market After $120 Billion Drawdown
Crypto market sentiment plummeted to extreme fear following a $120 billion drawdown, driven by geopolitical tensions and tariff threats.
$100,000 Still Possible for Bitcoin? Not Miracle, But Historical Fractals Say So
Bitcoin's potential $100,000 target hinges on reclaiming key moving averages following a recent pullback, supported by whale activity.
XRP Price Slips 3% But Ripple President Has 4 Strong Predictions for 2026
Despite a 3% XRP price drop, Ripple President Monica Long shared four bullish predictions for crypto's institutional production era by 2026.
Crypto Liquidations Top $1B as 182,000 Traders Get Rekt in Single Day
Over $1.08 billion in crypto liquidations hit 182,000 traders on January 20, 2026, driven by long position closures amid market stress.
Smart Money Accumulates $3.2 Billion in Bitcoin: What Does It Mean for Price?
Smart money investors accumulated $3.2 billion in Bitcoin while retail investors sold, suggesting optimal conditions for a potential breakout.
Solana Mobile launches SKR token airdrop for Seeker phone users and developers
Solana Mobile initiated an SKR token airdrop for Seeker phone users and developers who deployed quality apps.
Hong Kong to issue first batch of stablecoin licenses in Q1, finance chief says
Hong Kong plans to issue its first stablecoin licenses in Q1 as part of its strategy to become a crypto hub.
How Bessent Played Japan: A Hedge Fund Veteran’s Guide to Deflecting Blame
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent used Japan's bond selloff to manage global market narratives and deflect White House blame over the Greenland dispute.
‘Compromises need to be made’: Trump’s crypto advisor urges quick passage of market structure bill
Trump's crypto advisor urged quick passage of the market structure bill, emphasizing compromise over waiting for a perfect version.
Bitcoin Smart Money Loads Up Amid Retail Dump: Santiment
Santiment reports that Bitcoin whales and sharks accumulated $3.21 billion while retail investors sold off.
Ripple President Monica Long predicts half of Fortune 500 will adopt crypto strategies this year
Ripple President Monica Long predicts 50% of Fortune 500 firms will adopt formal crypto strategies by the end of 2026.
Bitcoin sinks below $89,000 as US equities and Japan bond turmoil rattle markets
Bitcoin dropped below $89,000 amid a global risk-off sentiment driven by sharp losses in US equities and turmoil in Japanese bond markets.
BlackRock partners with Delaware Life to bring Bitcoin into fixed index annuities
Delaware Life is partnering with BlackRock to integrate Bitcoin exposure into its fixed indexed annuities using BlackRock's U.S. Equity Bitcoin Balanced Risk 12% Index.
Bitcoin Erases Three-Week Rally, Retreating to Year-End Levels
Bitcoin fell 4% to around $88,850, erasing recent gains and returning to its 2025 closing price amid geopolitical uncertainty.
Crypto Market Crumbles As Greenland Row, Trump Tariffs Spook Investors
The crypto market declined sharply as investor risk aversion grew due to Trump's tariff threats over Greenland and rising global bond yields.
Fundstrat’s Lee Sees Painful Market Decline to Start 2026
Fundstrat's Tom Lee predicts a painful market decline in early 2026 due to geopolitical risks before a year-end recovery.
US–Venezuela Oil Moves Ignite Meme Coin Frenzy as ‘USOR’ Surges 150%
The Solana-based token USOR surged over 150% following news about US-Venezuela oil dealings, despite warnings of a speculative pump.
Wall Street’s secret blockchain platform is coming for your dividends and it’s using stablecoins to do it
The NYSE is developing a blockchain platform for tokenized securities trading with instant, 24/7 settlement using stablecoin funding.
US Treasury Secretary Revives Trade-War Inflation Risk at Davos as Crypto Sinks
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's remarks on using tariffs at Davos spooked markets, causing Bitcoin and Ethereum prices to fall.
Strategy just crossed 700k BTC but its “circular” Bitcoin funding loop risks a massive high-yield credit disaster
Strategy now holds over 700k BTC, funded partly by preferred stock sales that create a circular loop risking credit disaster.
Bitcoin Enters Delaware Life’s Retirement Annuity Portfolio
Delaware Life is adding limited, risk-managed Bitcoin exposure to its fixed indexed annuities via a BlackRock index.
Boundless unlocks Bitcoin settlement and verification for Ethereum and Base ZK proofs
Boundless developed a system to use Bitcoin as a settlement and verification layer for ZK proofs from Ethereum and Base.
Trump Media sets February 2 record date for digital token airdrop to DJT holders
Trump Media set February 2, 2026, as the record date for a digital token airdrop to DJT shareholders using Crypto.com infrastructure.
Hong Kong Highlights Balanced Digital Asset Regulation at Davos
Hong Kong's Finance Secretary defended the city's risk-based digital asset regulation at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Bitcoin Sell-off Risk Rises As New Whales Control The Price Action
New Bitcoin whales, holding coins for less than 155 days, now control more realized capital, increasing short-term selling pressure.
MicroStrategy’s Largest Bitcoin Purchase in a Year Shakes Stock Market Confidence
Strategy made its largest Bitcoin purchase in over a year, yet its shares dropped, raising investor confidence concerns.
Trump-Appointed CFTC Chair Launches ‘Future-Proof’ Initiative, Signaling a Pro-Crypto Shift
CFTC Chairman Mike Selig launched a 'Future-Proof' initiative to modernize crypto regulation, moving away from enforcement toward clear, tailored rules.
Analog January has people worldwide quietly moving offline, and the biggest Bitcoin risk isn’t price volatility
The 'Analog January' trend encourages moving offline, aligning with Bitcoin's self-custody options, as security risks like $5 wrench attacks become a major concern.
Crypto payment cards hit inflection point as daily transactions surge 22x since late 2024
Daily transactions for crypto payment cards have surged 22x since late 2024, reaching nearly 60,000 by mid-January 2026.
Ethereum Price at Risk: Selling Pressure Signals Possible Drop Below $3,000
Ethereum faces potential downside risk below $3,000 due to increasing selling pressure and bearish derivatives positioning.
Trump’s Treasury Secretary Bessent reiterates commitment to adding seized Bitcoin to strategic reserve
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed the government's policy is to add seized Bitcoin to the national digital asset reserve.
Massachusetts Judge Bars Kalshi from Offering Sports Bets: Report
A Massachusetts judge issued an injunction barring Kalshi from offering sports betting to state residents without a gaming license.
CoinTerminal’s Max Stochyk Duarte on token launches, retail protection, and surviving 2026
CoinTerminal's Max Stochyk Duarte discussed how token launches require stronger business models and better retail alignment to succeed heading into 2026.
Chainlink launches ’24/5′ onchain data streams for tokenized US stocks and ETFs
Chainlink introduced 24/5 support for U.S. equities and ETFs via Data Streams to bring real-world asset data onchain outside standard hours.
PayPal outlines new tax reporting requirements for crypto users
PayPal will issue Form 1099-DA to users reporting digital asset dispositions starting in tax year 2025.
US CFTC Chair Names Crypto Lawyer as Senior Adviser
CFTC Chair Michael Selig appointed crypto lawyer Michael Passalacqua as a senior adviser.
Gold Beat Bitcoin, Oil Crashed, But Smart Money Kept Buying Crypto
In 2025, gold surged while oil and Bitcoin fell, as corporate treasuries aggressively accumulated crypto assets.
U.S. Treasury Confirms That All Seized Bitcoin Will Join the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that all seized Bitcoin will be added to the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve instead of being sold.
The Daily: Trumps’ crypto wealth jumps $1.4B, Strategy makes biggest bitcoin buy in over a year, OG whale moves $85M in BTC, and more
Crypto markets saw Bitcoin dip below $90k while the Trump family's crypto wealth grew by $1.4B, Strategy made a major BTC purchase, and an old whale moved funds.
Demand for USDT Drops in Venezuela: Is the Economy Stabilizing?
USDT prices in Venezuela have dropped over 40%, narrowing the gap with the official exchange rate amid new US-Venezuela oil agreements.
Delaware Life partners with BlackRock to offer bitcoin exposure through fixed index annuity
Delaware Life is the first insurer to offer bitcoin exposure via a fixed index annuity using a new BlackRock index.
Stablecoin-focused Noble protocol will sunset Cosmos appchain and launch EVM-based Layer 1
Noble is migrating its Cosmos SDK-based blockchain to a standalone EVM Layer 1 to better serve as stablecoin and FX infrastructure.
ETH Net Taker Volume Shifts From Bears To Bulls: Will Traders Buy The Dip?
ETH's Net Taker Volume turned positive for the first time since 2023, signaling a potential shift from seller dominance to renewed buying interest.
Prediction markets on pace to smash monthly volume record after $814 million day
Prediction markets hit a record $814 million in Sunday volume, setting them up to break the monthly trading record.
Bitmine secures shareholder approval to increase authorized shares as ETH treasury expands
Bitmine shareholders approved increasing authorized shares to support its long-term Ethereum accumulation strategy.
XRP Price Falls Below $2 – Can Investors Rework This Into 13% Rally?
XRP dropped below $2 after failing a bullish breakout, but a bullish divergence on the CMF indicator suggests potential accumulation despite falling prices.
RedStone Expands Oracle Business with RWA Data and TokenizeThis Acquisition
RedStone acquired Security Token Market and its TokenizeThis conference to integrate RWA data into its oracle services.
Mastercard weighs investment in ZeroHash after $2 billion acquisition talks fall through
Mastercard is considering investing in ZeroHash after acquisition talks for $2 billion collapsed, opting for a commercial partnership instead.
Mastercard Eyes Bitcoin and Crypto Infrastructure Firm Zerohash Investment After Acquisition Talks Fall Through
Mastercard is reportedly considering a strategic investment in crypto infrastructure firm Zerohash after acquisition talks ended.
RedStone acquires Security Token Market to accelerate tokenized asset adoption
Oracle provider RedStone acquired Security Token Market to enhance its infrastructure for tokenized asset adoption.
Accelerating retail payments on Solana with BonkX and Solstice
Solstice and BonkX founders predict stablecoins will dominate retail payments on Solana within a decade.
SVM-powered Solayer launches $35 million ecosystem fund on the heels of alpha mainnet launch
Solayer, an SVM-powered Layer 1, announced a $35 million ecosystem fund following its alpha mainnet launch.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reaffirms Trump’s push for US crypto leadership and strategic bitcoin reserve
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed Trump's commitment to US crypto leadership and expanding the strategic bitcoin reserve.
Ray Dalio Warns of Banks Shying away from Fiat, Praises Gold Surging
Ray Dalio warned that the monetary order is breaking down, causing central banks to change how they handle fiat, favoring gold.
Strategy Stock ($MSTR) Slides 7% as Aggressive Bitcoin Buying Continues 
Strategy stock fell over 7% despite the company surpassing 700,000 BTC holdings through aggressive equity-funded purchases.
Bitcoin drops below $90K as selloff triggers $580 million in liquidations
Bitcoin fell below $90,000 due to escalating trade tensions, causing over $580 million in crypto liquidations.
Solana’s Onchain Data Signals Bullish Rebound Despite Drop Below $130
Despite Solana dropping below $130, onchain data shows strong bullish signals, including whale accumulation and reduced exchange supply.
While 71% are in profit XRP just triggered a rare signal last seen in 2022 that could paralyze rallies for months
XRP shows a rare on-chain signal mirroring early 2022, where newer buyers accumulate below stressed longer-term holders, potentially causing prolonged sideways movement.
Dogecoin Foundation-backed team plans ‘Such’ DOGE payments and commerce app for early 2026
A Dogecoin Foundation-backed team is developing 'Such,' a self-custodial payments and commerce app slated for a first-half 2026 launch.