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Bitcoin is the only “escape valve” left as the ECB warns a political tussle will soon destabilize the dollar
ECB Chief Economist Philip Lane warned that political pressure on the Fed could destabilize the dollar via term premiums, potentially making Bitcoin an 'escape valve.'
Solana CEO Rejects Buterin’s ‘Ossification’ Vision, Vows Perpetual Upgrades
Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko insists protocols must perpetually iterate to survive, contrasting with Vitalik Buterin's 'ossification' goal for Ethereum.
Ethereum staking just hit a $118B record at 30% of all coins, but one whale might be skewing the signal
Ethereum staking reached a record $118 billion, representing 30% of the supply, but concentration among large holders like BitMine complicates the bullish signal.
How crypto is being devoured by TradFi, killing Satoshi’s dream by rewarding centralization
Traditional Finance (TradFi) is increasingly subsuming crypto through regulated wrappers like ETFs, shifting price discovery and control away from decentralized protocols.
Coinbase Denies White House Standoff, Targets Stablecoin Compromise for CLARITY Act
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong refuted claims of a White House rift, stating collaboration is constructive regarding a stablecoin compromise for the CLARITY Act.
Vitalik Buterin Calls for ‘Garbage Collection’ to Curb Ethereum Bloat
Vitalik Buterin advocates for a 'garbage collection' function in Ethereum development to combat protocol bloat caused by adding features without removing old ones.
Crypto’s Decentralization Falls Apart at Interoperability: Casper CTO
Casper CTO Michael Steuer argues that crypto's interoperability solutions rely on centralized intermediaries, undermining decentralization.
Bitcoin options just overtook futures for the first time, and the new way institutions hedge is trapping retail leverage
Bitcoin options open interest surpassed futures for the first time, signaling a shift toward structured hedging over raw directional leverage.
Bitcoin ETFs Note $1.4 Billion Inflows This Week As Indicator Flashes Buy Signal
Spot Bitcoin ETFs saw $1.42 billion in inflows last week, signaling renewed institutional confidence amid a buy signal from the Pi Cycle Top Indicator.
80% of Hacked Crypto Projects Never Fully Recover, Expert Warns
Nearly 80% of hacked crypto projects fail to fully recover, primarily due to operational breakdown and loss of trust after an exploit.
China-Led CBDC Platform mBridge Tops $55 Billion in Transaction Volume
The China-led mBridge CBDC platform has processed over $55 billion in cross-border transactions, showing significant growth.
ETH Validator Exit Queue Hits Zero as Staking Demand Soars
The Ethereum validator exit queue has reached zero, signaling low selling pressure amid soaring staking demand.
Solana Labs CEO Says Solana Must Adapt or Die
Solana Labs CEO Anatoly Yakovenko advocates for continuous evolution of Solana, contrasting with Vitalik Buterin’s vision of a self-sustaining Ethereum.
Steak ‘n Shake adds $10 million to BTC treasury eight months after Lightning Network rollout
Steak 'n Shake purchased $10 million in Bitcoin for its corporate treasury, eight months after enabling Lightning Network payments.
DASH Price Falls Short of $100, What’s Next for the Privacy Coin?
DASH failed to sustain a rally above $100 due to bearish divergence and dominant short positions, risking a drop toward $60.
Stablecoin yield fight threatens to sink CLARITY Act as Coinbase and White House clash
A dispute over stablecoin yield payments has caused Coinbase to withdraw support for the CLARITY Act, jeopardizing the bill.
Solana Price Faces Crash Risk Despite 8 Million New Investors
Despite gaining 8 million new addresses, Solana's price risks a pullback due to an ascending wedge pattern and weakening long-term holder buying pressure.
Coinbase CEO Denies White House Clash Rumors After Stalled CLARITY Act
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong denied rumors of a White House clash regarding the stalled CLARITY Act, stating negotiations are ongoing.
China-led cross-border CBDC platform mBridge surges past $55 billion in transaction volume: Reuters
The China-led mBridge platform has processed over $55.5 billion in cross-border transactions, with the digital yuan dominating settlements.
Steak 'n Shake Says Bitcoin Stash Grew by $10 Million in Value
Steak 'n Shake announced its corporate Bitcoin treasury value increased by $10 million, driven by accepting BTC for payments.
American Burger Chain Makes $10 Million Bitcoin Purchase
Steak 'n Shake purchased $10 million in Bitcoin as part of its strategy to convert cash flow into a corporate cryptocurrency treasury.
Steak ’n Shake Adds $10 Million in Bitcoin to Corporate Treasury
Steak ’n Shake added $10 million in Bitcoin to its corporate treasury, following successful BTC payment adoption.
Bitcoin’s next major move hinges on a $63 billion “fallen angel” signal that most investors are completely ignoring
Bitcoin's future direction depends on whether widening corporate credit spreads trigger a Federal Reserve liquidity response.
Ethereum Bulls Might Fail Because of This Critical Reversal
Despite a recent bullish breakout, Ethereum's momentum is weakening due to a bearish divergence and significant whale selling activity.
Crypto Council: BTC Reserve Is a 'Priority' but Legalities Hinder Process
Establishing a US Bitcoin reserve is a priority, but obscure legal provisions involving agencies like the DOJ are causing delays.
Trump announces 10% tariff on Denmark and key European allies over Greenland dispute
President Trump imposed a 10% tariff on Denmark and seven allies over their refusal to sell Greenland to the US.
Why writing open-source code is suddenly an existential risk, and the five-page bill designed to fix it
Senators Lummis and Wyden introduced a bill to prevent open-source blockchain developers from being treated as unlicensed money transmitters.
A $280 Million Bitcoin Heist Leads to Monero Price Rally
A crypto investor lost over $282 million in BTC and LTC via a social engineering scam, causing Monero's price to spike 36% after the hacker converted funds.
Steak ‘n Shake adds $10 million in Bitcoin to its strategic reserve
Steak 'n Shake expanded its Bitcoin reserve to $10 million following significant sales growth after adopting crypto payments.
The ‘paper gold’ trap: Why your gold investment might just be a worthless piece of paper
Most gold investors hold 'paper gold' (like ETFs) which lacks direct proof of ownership, posing a systemic risk during a crisis.
Bitcoin difficulty just retreated, but a more critical “survival metric” signals the mining sector is bleeding out
Bitcoin's recent difficulty retreat is minor, but the critical hashprice metric suggests the mining sector faces severe financial strain due to post-halving realities and AI energy competition.
XRP Price Recovery Rejected Again, Can It Avoid Falling Below $2?
XRP price is struggling amid market deterioration, holding above critical $2.03 support despite significant long liquidations near $2.02.
XRP volume is exploding in Korea because it exploits a specific gap in the country’s spot-only exchange laws
XRP dominates South Korean trading volume due to its high liquidity and speed, exploiting the country's spot-only exchange laws.
White House May Pull Support for CLARITY Act After Coinbase Standoff
The White House might withdraw support for the CLARITY Act if Coinbase refuses to rejoin negotiations over stablecoin yield rules.
Three Reasons Why Bitcoin’s ‘Real Breakout’ Toward $107K Has Begun
Bitcoin's potential rally toward $107,000 is supported by technical factors like an ascending triangle breakout and a looming bull cross, alongside fading selling pressure from long-term holders.
Vitalik Buterin Admits Ethereum ‘Backslided’ Over The Last 10 Years
Vitalik Buterin outlined a 2026 roadmap to reverse Ethereum's decade-long decentralization 'backsliding' caused by prioritizing scalability.
Bitcoin ETFs See $1.42B Inflows as Institutional Demand Rebuilds
Spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted $1.42 billion in net inflows last week, signaling a return of institutional demand.
Kalshi and Polymarket face a “sports gambling” probe that could void your trades and shut down the market
Tennessee regulators are probing Kalshi and Polymarket for offering unlicensed sports betting contracts, leading to a federal court battle over jurisdiction.
US Housing Lender Will Accept Bitcoin and Ethereum for Mortgage Qualification
Newrez will allow borrowers to use Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins for mortgage qualification starting in February 2026.
Crypto Traders Under Threat? Another French Kidnapping Intensifies Safety Concerns
A recent kidnapping in France linked to digital assets has heightened industry concerns over increasing real-world threats to crypto holders.
Crypto User Loses $282M in Bitcoin, Litecoin in Social Engineering Attack
A crypto user lost over $282 million in Bitcoin and Litecoin after revealing their hardware wallet seed phrase in a social engineering scam.
White House May Drop Crypto Bill After Coinbase Withdrawal: Report
The White House is reportedly furious with Coinbase for unilaterally withdrawing support for a crypto bill and may abandon it.
ETH Hits $3.4K But Several Factors Put A Pause On Ether’s Rally
Despite briefly hitting $3,400, Ether's rally paused due to professional trader caution, weak DApp demand, and falling network fees.
Ethereum Must Stop Sacrificing Values For Adoption: Buterin
Vitalik Buterin insists Ethereum must reverse its trend of sacrificing core values for mainstream adoption starting in 2026.
White House threatens to withdraw support for crypto bill after Coinbase move, calling it a rug pull on the industry
The White House threatens to withdraw support for a crypto bill if Coinbase doesn't resume yield agreement negotiations with banks.
Crypto Bank Anchorage Digital Eyeing $400M Raise and IPO
Anchorage Digital is reportedly seeking a capital raise between $200 million and $400 million with an Initial Public Offering planned for next year.
Anchorage Digital looks to raise up to $400M ahead of potential 2027 IPO
Anchorage Digital is seeking to raise between $200M and $400M as it considers a US public listing around 2027.
DOJ Didn’t Sell Any Bitcoin Forfeited From Samourai case
A White House advisor confirmed the DOJ has not sold and will not sell Bitcoin forfeited from the Samourai case.
Trump Shifts on Fed Pick as Hassett Odds Fade: Who Will Replace Powell?
President Trump expressed a desire to keep Kevin Hassett in his current role, diminishing Hassett's chances to succeed Jerome Powell as Fed Chair.
Anchorage Digital could raise up to $400 million as IPO rumors swirl: Bloomberg
Anchorage Digital is reportedly seeking $200 million to $400 million in funding ahead of a potential IPO next year.
Vitalik Buterin declares 2026 the year Ethereum reverses ‘backsliding’ of self-sovereignty and trustlessness
Vitalik Buterin predicts 2026 will be the year Ethereum reverses recent losses in self-sovereignty and trustlessness.
The state of digital asset treasury companies with The Ether Machine and OranjeBTC
The episode discusses digital asset treasury companies aiming to beat ETFs via active management strategies like staking and DeFi.
DeFi Leaders Voice Concerns amid Market Structure Bill‘s Uncertain Future
DeFi leaders are pressing lawmakers about concerns regarding the postponed Digital Asset Market Clarity Act (CLARITY) markup.
Bull, base or bear? Three possible paths for crypto in 2026
Aaron Arnold outlined bull, base, and bear scenarios for Bitcoin in 2026, noting institutional adoption is changing market dynamics.
Michael Saylor Pushes Back on Criticism of Bitcoin Treasury Companies
Michael Saylor defended Bitcoin treasury companies, arguing that allocating excess cash to BTC is a rational capital decision, even for unprofitable firms.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Accuses Banks of Undermining Trump’s Crypto Agenda 
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong claims major banks are sabotaging Trump's crypto agenda via proposed Senate bill changes.
Crypto mining firm Canaan gets Nasdaq notice after shares stay below $1 for 30 days
Canaan received a Nasdaq notice for failing to maintain a minimum bid price of $1.00 for 30 consecutive days.
Senate Judiciary Committee leaders push back against crypto legislation to protect noncustodial software devs
Judiciary Committee leaders opposed including the BRCA in crypto legislation, citing lack of consultation and concerns over law enforcement oversight.
BTC Stalls Near $98K as Spot Trader Demand Fades
Bitcoin stalled near $98,000 as spot demand weakened, leading to a pullback below $95,000 due to profit-taking and seller dominance.
Bitcoin’s hashrate continues to fall as the price spike doesn’t convince miners to turn machines back on
Bitcoin's network hashrate is declining from late-2025 highs because compressed hashprice, driven by high difficulty and power costs, keeps marginal miners offline.
Banks, Stablecoins and ETFs Collide in Crypto’s Next Phase
The digital asset industry is seeing tension as yield-bearing stablecoins mimic banking functions, while institutional adoption deepens via ETFs.
A Third of French Crypto Firms Still Unlicensed Under MiCA as Deadline Nears
Roughly 30% of French crypto firms have not yet applied for a MiCA license before the June 30 deadline.
Bitcoin mining stocks rally as Riot inks AMD deal and Galaxy targets massive expansion in Texas
Bitcoin mining stocks surged following Riot's major AMD data center deal and Galaxy Digital's massive Texas expansion approval.
Goldman Sachs CEO: CLARITY Act ‘Has a Long Way to Go‘
Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon stated the CLARITY Act faces significant hurdles following its recent postponement.
Silver gains over $3.9 trillion in market cap in 12 months, eclipsing stocks, crypto, and gold
Silver's market cap surged over $3.9 trillion in the last year, significantly outperforming stocks, crypto, and gold.
Jefferies’ Analyst Dumps Bitcoin Over Quantum Computing Fears, Buys Gold
Jefferies' Christopher Wood removed Bitcoin from his model portfolio due to quantum computing risks, reallocating funds to gold and gold equities.
‘Bear market rally’: CryptoQuant breaks down bitcoin’s recent price rebound
CryptoQuant suggests Bitcoin's recent 21% price surge is a 'bear market rally' due to persistently weak demand.
Bitcoin forfeited as part of Samourai case was not sold and will stay in the strategic reserve, says top White House crypto advisor
White House advisor Patrick Witt confirmed forfeited Samourai Wallet bitcoin will remain in the strategic reserve, not be liquidated.
Crypto futures legitimized by CME with Cardano, Chainlink, and Stellar addition, but retail traders face a massive catch
CME is launching futures for ADA, LINK, and XLM, legitimizing these assets, but retail traders face a massive catch.
US Lender Newrez to Recognize Crypto Holdings in Mortgage Qualification
Newrez will soon accept eligible cryptocurrency holdings as qualifying assets for its non-agency mortgage products starting in February.