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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.
DOJ confirms seized Bitcoin from Samourai Wallet case has not been sold
The DOJ confirmed seized Bitcoin from the Samourai Wallet case will remain in the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, not be sold per EO 14233.
$100K Bitcoin Price Depends on Weeks Of Steady BTC ETF Inflows
Sustained weekly inflows into Bitcoin ETFs are necessary for BTC to break the $100,000 resistance level, according to analysts.
Monero hit an all-time high earlier this week, and crypto sleuth ZachXBT thinks he knows why
Monero's XMR token reached an all-time high, which crypto sleuth ZachXBT attributes partly to an attacker converting stolen funds into Monero.
U.S. Government Denies Sale of Forfeited Samourai Wallet Bitcoin, Says BTC Will Remain in Strategic Bitcoin Reserve
The U.S. government denied reports that bitcoin forfeited from Samourai Wallet developers was sold, confirming it will remain in the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.
The Daily: Jefferies strategist drops 10% bitcoin allocation over quantum fears, Google Play bans overseas crypto exchanges in South Korea, and more
Jefferies' strategist cut Bitcoin due to quantum risks, Google Play banned foreign crypto exchanges in South Korea, and Goldman Sachs is exploring tokenization.
Bitcoin Above $95K, US Lawmakers Delay CLARITY Act
Bitcoin surpassed $95,000 amid a market recovery, while US lawmakers are expected to delay the markup of the crucial CLARITY Act legislation.
DOJ Charges Venezuelan National in $1 Billion Crypto Laundering Scheme
The DOJ charged a Venezuelan national for allegedly laundering $1 billion in illicit funds through a complex network involving bank accounts and crypto exchanges.
Crypto lender Nexo inks inaugural sponsorship deal for Audi’s new F1 team
Crypto lender Nexo has secured a multi-year partnership as the inaugural digital asset sponsor for the new Audi Revolut F1 Team.
Galaxy CEO predicts imminent crypto bill passage with compromise on stablecoins
Galaxy CEO Mike Novogratz anticipates a crypto market structure bill will pass soon following a stablecoin compromise.
Bitcoin Miner Riot Platforms Deepens AI/HPC Push with Texas Land Deal
Riot Platforms' shares rose 11% after selling Bitcoin to fund a $96 million land acquisition in Texas for AI/HPC expansion.
Riot Stock ($RIOT) Rockets 13% Following Major Data Center Lease with AMD
Riot Platforms stock jumped 13% after securing a major 10-year data center lease with AMD at its Rockdale, Texas site.
The US government just caved to a crypto exchange pulling support for legislation that changes everything for investors
The Senate postponed a key crypto bill after Coinbase withdrew its support over concerns about stablecoin rewards and tokenized equities.
ZachXBT uncovers $282M BTC and LTC theft laundered through Monero
Blockchain investigator ZachXBT tracked a $282M BTC and LTC theft laundered through Monero, causing an XMR price surge.
One of Wall Street’s Top Strategists No Longer Trusts Bitcoin | US Crypto News
Jefferies strategist Christopher Wood removed Bitcoin from his model portfolio due to long-term quantum computing security concerns.
Bitcoin Now Most Undervalued Versus Gold: What Does It Mean for BTC Price?
Bitcoin reached a record undervaluation against gold, historically signaling major bottoms and suggesting massive BTC outperformance by 2026.
3 Altcoins To Watch This Weekend | January 17 – 18
This analysis highlights Chiliz (CHZ), Dash (DASH), and Polygon (POL) as three altcoins to watch over the weekend of January 17-18 amid shifting market sentiment.
Belarus Creates Legal Framework for Bitcoin and Crypto Banks in New Decree
Belarus has established a legal framework for crypto banks via Decree No. 19, integrating digital token activities with traditional banking services.
Bitcoin’s “quantum” death sentence is causing a Wall Street rift, but the fix is already hidden in the code
Wall Street strategists are divided over Bitcoin's long-term viability due to quantum computing threats versus its uncorrelated portfolio benefits.
‘We’ll fix it in time’: Galaxy CEO Novogratz bucks Coinbase and wants crypto legislation to advance
Galaxy CEO Michael Novogratz supports advancing the current crypto market structure bill despite its imperfections, contrasting with Coinbase's opposition.
Bitcoin is Still in Bear Market Territory Below $101,000, Says Research
Research suggests Bitcoin's recent 21% rally mimics a 2022 bear market rally, warning that staying below $101,000 signals continued risk.
Belarusian President signs order establishing framework for crypto banking
Belarusian President Lukashenko signed a decree formalizing regulations for cryptobanks operating within the country.
X users celebrate crackdown on ‘plague’ of AI-led reply spam as InfoFi platforms seek alternatives
X revised its API to ban token rewards for engagement, cracking down on AI-driven spam and forcing InfoFi projects to pivot.
Bitcoin Adoption Surges in Iran Amid Protests and Rial Collapse
Bitcoin adoption in Iran is surging as citizens seek financial refuge amid protests and the collapse of the Iranian rial.
CLARITY Act Fight Over Dollar Yield and DeFi Liquidity
The CLARITY Act is sparking a debate over whether open DeFi protocols or large custodians will control onchain US dollar yield distribution.
HBAR Price Is Down 40% Since Canary ETF Launch; What Went Wrong?
HBAR's price has dropped about 41% since the Canary ETF launch, reflecting a 'buy the rumor, sell the news' scenario with weak follow-through demand.
BTCC Exchange Surpasses $5 Billion in Annual Tokenized Gold Trading as Q4 Volume Soars 809% Over Q1 in 2025
BTCC achieved $5.72 billion in tokenized gold trading volume in 2025, marked by an 809% volume surge from Q1 to Q4.
West Virginia Lawmakers Propose Bitcoin Investments With State Funds
West Virginia lawmakers introduced legislation to allow the state treasurer to invest up to 10% of public funds in Bitcoin, precious metals, and regulated stablecoins.
Jason DeSimone on The Arena’s revival and the future of SocialFi
The Arena CEO Jason DeSimone discussed the platform's revival, creator monetization via ticket rails, and the future of SocialFi, M&A, and AI.
Did Bitcoin Price Peak in 2025? Famed Analyst Casts Doubt on 2026 Growth
Analyst Benjamin Cowen suggests Bitcoin's price may have peaked in Q4 2025, citing apathy rather than euphoria, favoring capital preservation now.
Why a record 13M crypto projects are now dead as Bitcoin critics still claim “anyone can launch a token”
Over 13 million tracked crypto tokens have failed, demonstrating that while launching a token is easy, sustaining a network is scarce.
From Memecoins to Machines: Web3 Fundamentals Return in 2026
Web3 is shifting from speculation to fundamentals, driven by DePIN and the emerging machine economy where autonomous agents transact.
Ethereum ETF Inflows Surge: Path to $4.5K ETH Rally?
Spot Ethereum ETFs saw $474.6 million in inflows over four days, fueling optimism for an ETH price rally toward $4,500.
DeFi Captures 5x Fee of Blockchains, Value Drifts to Front-End Apps
DeFi applications now capture five times the fees generated by underlying blockchains, shifting revenue to user-facing protocols.
Huione-Linked Illicit Crypto Escrow Tudou Guarantee Appears to Shut Down
The Telegram-based escrow service Tudou Guarantee, linked to the Huione Group, is winding down after refunding over $130 million in USDT.
Is X Banning Crypto? Elon Musk Faces Backlash Over Tokenized Engagement Crackdown and AI Slop
X is restricting apps that reward users for posting, disrupting 'Crypto Twitter' engagement models despite not banning crypto discussion outright.
Jefferies’ Wood drops 10% bitcoin allocation over quantum computing fears
Jefferies' Christopher Wood liquidated his portfolio's 10% bitcoin stake due to fears that quantum computing could compromise its cryptographic security.
JPMorgan forms new unit to help companies tap into private capital
JPMorgan established Private Capital Advisory and Solutions to advise companies on raising private funding.
Bitcoin Faces Possible Collapse in 7 to 11 Years, Warns Cyber Capital Founder
Cyber Capital founder Justin Bons predicts Bitcoin could collapse within 7 to 11 years due to its declining economic security model.
After A Snake-Like 2025, Is The Bitcoin Price Ready to Break Out In 2026?
Following a disappointing, sideways 2025 characterized by market 'snakes,' the author is optimistic that 2026 will bring a significant Bitcoin price breakout driven by massive liquidity.
Forget silver, Copper’s AI-fueled explosion exposes a “higher for longer” trap that most crypto traders are ignoring
Copper's record high, driven by AI demand, signals persistent inflation that could trap crypto traders expecting early rate cuts.
Trump Moves on Fed, NFT Paris Cancelled: Global Express
The DOJ investigated Fed Chair Powell under Trump's direction, Coinbase paused Argentine fiat services, and NFT Paris was cancelled due to market conditions.
Zcash Price At Crossroads – $450 Breakout Or Crash Below $400 Next?
Zcash is consolidating in a symmetrical triangle pattern, with on-chain data suggesting increasing selling pressure and a potential breakdown below $400.
Iran’s crypto ecosystem nears $8B as IRGC footprint grows and bitcoin withdrawals surge during protests: Chainalysis
Iran's crypto ecosystem reached $7.78B, marked by increased IRGC activity and retail Bitcoin flight to safety during protests.
Venezuela Leaker Jailed, Trump Says As Prediction Markets Face Scrutiny
President Trump announced the jailing of the 'Venezuela leaker,' intensifying scrutiny on prediction markets like Polymarket.
Major lender Newrez to accept Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins for mortgage qualification
Major US lender Newrez will begin accepting Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins for mortgage qualification starting in February.
Jefferies ‘Greed & Fear’ Strategist Drops Bitcoin on Quantum Risk
Jefferies strategist Christopher Wood eliminated Bitcoin from his model portfolio due to rising quantum computing security risks.
Crypto Revenue Data Reveals a $5B Gap Between Top Protocol and #10 — Is Crypto’s Future Centralized?
Top crypto protocols show extreme revenue concentration, with centralized entities capturing over 64% of top-10 earnings.
Goldman Sachs CEO says firm is actively exploring tokenization and prediction markets amid evolving US regulation
Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon confirmed the firm is heavily exploring tokenization, stablecoins, and prediction markets.
Bitcoin Out, Gold In? Jefferies’ Shocking Treasury Shift Over These Fears
Jefferies removed its 10% Bitcoin allocation from its pension portfolio due to long-term quantum computing security fears, shifting the funds entirely into gold.
What GAS Token’s 500% Surge Reveals About Crypto’s New Emerging Meta
The GAS token, inspired by Steve Yegge's Gas Town AI framework, surged over 500%, highlighting a new crypto meta where developers bootstrap projects via community tokens.