todayonchain.com

Crypto News Aggregator (Page 125)

Analysis: 'Book Closed' On Bitcoin Vs. Gold Debasement Trade
Analysis suggests Bitcoin has failed as the 'debasement trade' as gold and silver hit new all-time highs.
Trump-backed World Liberty moves into crypto lending as USD1 climbs stablecoin ranks
Trump-backed World Liberty Financial launched World Liberty Markets, a crypto lending platform powered by Dolomite, utilizing its growing USD1 stablecoin.
Bitcoin liquidity is about to get crunched by a new Korean law that legally excludes 99% of buyers
New South Korean guidelines will allow select listed companies to invest in crypto, potentially impacting Bitcoin liquidity.
World Liberty Financial Enters Crypto Lending with USD1 Stablecoin
World Liberty Financial, linked to the Trump family, launched World Liberty Markets for crypto lending using its $3.4B USD1 stablecoin.
Trump-backed World Liberty debuts WLFI Markets, a new lending and borrowing platform
World Liberty Financial launched WLFI Markets, a new onchain lending and borrowing platform to enhance utility for its USD1 stablecoin.
Solana treasury company Sharps Technology taps Coinbase to launch validator
Sharps Technology, a Solana treasury company, is launching an in-house validator operated by Coinbase.
Ethereum Prints Copycat 95% Rally Setup Against Bitcoin
ETH/BTC charts suggest a potential 95% rally against Bitcoin if it breaks above the 0.042 BTC neckline resistance.
Crypto Firm BitGo Eyes Near $2 Billion Valuation in US IPO
Crypto custody firm BitGo has launched its IPO, aiming to raise up to $201 million at a near $2 billion valuation.
3 Altcoins Face High Liquidation Risk in the Second Week of January
Solana (SOL), Monero (XMR), and Render (RENDER) face significant liquidation risks this week due to trader over-optimism and technical resistance levels.
Strategy ($MSTR) Just Spent $1.25 Billion on 13,627 Bitcoin, Pushing BTC Holdings to 687,410
Strategy purchased 13,627 Bitcoin for $1.25 billion, increasing its total holdings to 687,410 BTC.
Tom Lee’s BitMine adds another 24,266 ether as holdings approach 4.2 million ETH and staked assets nearly double
BitMine acquired 24,266 ETH, bringing its total holdings near 4.2 million ETH, while its staked assets almost doubled to 1.25 million ETH.
Bitpanda’s Global Playbook: Regulation, Infrastructure, and the Future of Digital Assets
Bitpanda views regulation as a growth engine, focusing on infrastructure and strategic expansion into regions like MENA.
BitGo Launches IPO Targeting $1.96B Valuation
Crypto custody company BitGo has launched its IPO, aiming for a valuation up to $1.96 billion.
Strategy Buys $1.25B in Bitcoin as Holdings Near 690,000 BTC
Strategy purchased an additional 13,627 Bitcoin for $1.25 billion, bringing its total holdings close to 690,000 BTC.
Crypto custodian BitGo targets $201 million raise in US IPO
Crypto custodian BitGo is aiming to raise approximately $201 million through an initial public offering in the U.S.
Two major crypto events canceled after city hit by 18 violent physical attacks on crypto holders amid market downturn
NFT Paris and RWA Paris 2026 were canceled due to the market collapse, amidst a backdrop of rising violent physical attacks on crypto holders in France.
BitGo seeks up to $1.9B valuation in planned NYSE debut
Crypto custodian BitGo plans to raise $201 million in an NYSE debut, aiming for a $1.9 billion valuation.
‘American Crypto’ Doesn’t Exist, Cardano Founder Says
Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson doubts the CLARITY Act will pass this quarter and urged Trump's crypto advisor, David Sacks, to resign.
Ethereum Price Could Fall to $300, Says VanEck, but Tom Lee Claims It May Hit $9,000 in Weeks
VanEck projects a bearish Ethereum case of $300, contrasting with Tom Lee's near-term forecast of $7,000 to $9,000.
Bank of Italy Models Ether-to-Zero Scenario in Stress Test
The Bank of Italy modeled how a total collapse of Ether's value would impact Ethereum's security and settlement capacity.
Monero’s 35% Rally Faces Long-Squeeze Risk — But That’s Not the Only Threat
Monero's recent 35% rally faces risks from slowing capital flow, overbought momentum, and heavily crowded long positions that could trigger a sharp sell-off.
Standard Chartered Said to Launch Crypto Brokerage, Lowers ETH Forecasts
Standard Chartered is reportedly planning a crypto prime brokerage, while simultaneously lowering its medium-term price forecasts for Ether (ETH).
Standard Chartered says ‘2026 will be the year of Ethereum’ as bank backs ETH outperformance
Standard Chartered predicts 2026 will be Ethereum's breakout year, expecting it to significantly outperform Bitcoin due to structural advantages.
Strategy acquires $1.2B worth in Bitcoin at $91,500
Strategy bought 13,627 Bitcoin for $1.2 billion last week at an average price of $91,500 per coin.
‘Big orange’: Michael Saylor’s Strategy buys another 13,627 bitcoin for $1.25 billion following MSCI indexing decision
Strategy acquired 13,627 more bitcoins for $1.25 billion using proceeds from stock sales, following MSCI's decision not to bar digital asset treasuries from its indexes.
Coinbase and Sharps Technology launch institutional-grade validator on Solana network
Coinbase Institutional and Sharps Technology launched an institutional-grade validator on the Solana network.
Standard Chartered prepares crypto prime brokerage push: Bloomberg
Standard Chartered is reportedly establishing a cryptocurrency prime brokerage service within its SC Ventures unit.
3 Token Unlocks to Watch in the Second Week of January 2026
Over $1.69 billion in tokens are set to unlock in the second week of January 2026, focusing on Ondo (ONDO), Official Trump (TRUMP), and Arbitrum (ARB).
Gate Releases Latest Proof of Reserves Report: Total Reserve Ratio Hits 125%, BTC Reserve Ratio Soars to 140.69%
Gate's latest Proof of Reserves report shows the total reserve ratio increased to 125% as of January 6, 2026.
XRP, Solana funds buck trend as crypto ETPs shed $454M
Crypto ETPs saw $454 million in outflows last week, though XRP and Solana funds experienced notable inflows.
What is Crypto.com?
Crypto.com is a centralized exchange founded in 2016 that offers a wide suite of CeFi and DeFi tools to over 150 million users.
Economists Urge MEPs to Support Digital Euro in Open Letter
Seventy economists urged MEPs to back a public-interest-focused digital euro to maintain European monetary sovereignty.
XRP Has Entered A ‘Super Cycle,’ Claims World’s Smartest Man, as Ripple Expands Payments To UK
Self-proclaimed 'world's smartest man' YoungHoon Kim claims XRP is in a 'super cycle' amid Ripple's UK payment expansion.
Dubai DIFC Shifts Crypto Token Vetting to Licensed Firms
The DFSA now requires licensed DIFC firms to vet crypto token suitability, removing the regulator's public token list.
Vitalik Buterin outlines conditions for a self-sustaining, quantum-safe Ethereum
Vitalik Buterin detailed seven technical requirements for Ethereum's protocol to become self-sustaining and cryptographically safe for a century.
What You Need to Know About India’s New Crypto User Verification Rules
India’s FIU implemented stricter crypto user verification rules, including live selfie authentication and enhanced KYC, while a high tax regime drives users to offshore platforms.
Bitcoin traders are bracing for a Fed “credibility shock” that hinges on one critical date this month
Bitcoin's price action is increasingly influenced by the perceived independence of the Federal Reserve following political clashes, positioning it as both a risk asset and a potential credibility hedge.
Standard Chartered plans to launch crypto prime brokerage under its VC unit
Standard Chartered is planning to launch a crypto prime brokerage through its venture capital arm, SC Ventures.
Weekly crypto ETP outflows reach $454 million as hopes for Fed easing dim: CoinShares
Global crypto investment products saw $454 million in net outflows last week due to fading expectations of a March Fed rate cut.
Chinese Memecoins Attract Capital as BNB Chain Commits $200,000 in Q1 2026
Chinese memecoins are attracting significant capital, bolstered by BNB Chain's $200,000 commitment and cultural hype surrounding the Year of the Horse.
Crypto Funds Lost $454 Million as Fed Rate-Cut Hopes Dim
Crypto funds saw $454 million in outflows last week due to fading expectations of a March Federal Reserve rate cut.
Trove Markets’ $11.5M token sale sparks backlash after last-minute changes spill into Polymarket bet
Trove Markets' $11.5M token sale faced backlash following last-minute contract changes and a brief, confusing extension that impacted a related Polymarket betting event.
Bernstein says window for crypto market structure bill is ‘here and now,’ as concerns over stablecoin rewards remain key sticking point
Bernstein warns the window to pass a U.S. crypto market structure bill is closing due to banking opposition over stablecoin rewards.
3 Altcoins To Watch In The Second Week of January 2026
Investors should watch Mantle (MNT), MANTRA (OM), and Polygon (POL) due to upcoming network upgrades and institutional adoption news.
Deep Dive into Bitpanda’s Margin Trading Ecosystem
Bitpanda launched a Margin Trading product offering leveraged exposure on over 120 crypto assets with competitive fees and integrated risk management tools.
Crypto ETPs Post $454M Outflows As Bitcoin Leads Losses
Crypto ETPs experienced $454 million in outflows last week, driven primarily by Bitcoin's $405 million withdrawal.
Tether Freezes $182M USDT in Largest-Ever Crackdown — Is Venezuela’s Crypto Lifeline Under Siege?
Tether froze $182 million in USDT across five Tron wallets, the largest freeze ever, amid speculation it targets Venezuelan sanctions evasion.
OKX Founder Defends Account-Freeze After User Admits Buying KYC’d Accounts
OKX founder Star Xu defended freezing a user's $40,000 in stablecoins after the user admitted purchasing KYC-verified accounts.
Can Bitcoin Price Follow Gold? Fed Chair Investigation Behind Gold’s Rise, Peter Schiff Claims
Peter Schiff links gold's record surge to the DOJ investigation into Fed Chair Powell, questioning Bitcoin's trajectory amid bearish technicals.
Powell Probe May Introduce Bitcoin Risk Premia, Analysts Say
Analysts suggest a criminal probe into Fed Chair Powell could boost Bitcoin's appeal as a non-sovereign risk asset.
How Feasible Is Vitalik Buterin’s Ethereum Ossifiability Roadmap?
Vitalik Buterin's Ethereum ossifiability roadmap aims for the network to operate trustlessly for decades, requiring seven technical milestones despite implementation risks.
The Silent Shift: Why Europe’s SMEs Are Turning to Online Capital
European SMEs are increasingly using online capital platforms due to tightening traditional bank lending standards and slow approval processes.
India Tightens Crypto KYC Norms: The Benefits, Risks, and What Users Should Know
India's FIU introduced stringent KYC/AML rules for crypto platforms, requiring enhanced verification to curb illicit finance.
Adam Back’s H100 And Future Holdings To Merge In Swiss Deal
Adam Back-backed Future Holdings is set for a potential acquisition by Sweden-listed H100 Group in a Swiss deal.
Bitcoin’s 12% Breakout Story Lives — But One Group Is Trying To Spoil The Ending?
Bitcoin's bullish breakout structure remains intact, but selling pressure from ultra-long-term holders is currently capping price gains.
Bitcoin is being hijacked by three “boring” institutional dials that are overpowering the halving’s supply shock
Institutional factors like monetary policy and ETF flows are now setting Bitcoin's tempo, overpowering the traditional influence of the halving cycle.
Stablecoins and Crypto Crime Reshaped Regulation in 2025
In 2025, stablecoins dominated crypto transaction volumes, driving regulatory focus alongside a record surge in state-linked crypto crime.
Macro Volatility Clouds are Gathering for Bitcoin This Week
Bitcoin faces potential macro volatility this week from geopolitical events, inflation data, and Federal Reserve actions.
Ethereum Bounces — But Is a 20% Trap Forming Beneath One Critical Level?
Ethereum is bouncing, but remains within a fragile head and shoulders pattern, risking a 20% drop if the critical $2,880 neckline fails.
SEC Extends PENGU And T. Rowe ETF Decisions, Opens Comment on Grayscale
The SEC delayed decisions on the PENGU and T. Rowe crypto ETFs and opened a comment period for Grayscale's proposed options trading.
Crypto Users Are Seeing Less Crypto Content on X—and They’re Asking Why
Crypto users report seeing less crypto content on X, leading to accusations against X's Head of Product, Nikita Bier, regarding algorithmic suppression.
Gold Nears $5,000, Silver Breaks $80 — and the Dollar Is Losing Its Grip on Markets
Gold and silver are surging to record highs while the US dollar weakens, signaling a shift away from traditional safe-haven assets amid geopolitical tension.
Tether freezes $182 million in USDT tied to five Tron addresses
Tether froze over $182 million in USDT across five Tron addresses on January 11 as part of its compliance policy.
THORWallet Is Launching an Innovative 5,000,000 TITN Airdrop
THORWallet is launching a competitive 5,000,000 TITN airdrop until April 25, 2026, rewarding the top 300 active users.
South Korea Opens Doors to Corporate Crypto as Hong Kong and Japan Tighten Rules
South Korea ended a nine-year ban on corporate crypto investment, allowing public firms to hold up to 5% of equity in top 20 assets, contrasting with tighter rules in Hong Kong and Japan.
Federal Reserve Chair Cites Interest Rate Disputes as Backdrop to DOJ Probe
Fed Chair Powell suggested a DOJ criminal probe is politically motivated due to interest rate policy disagreements with the President.
US Inflation Data Among 4 Economic Events to Influence Bitcoin Sentiment this Week
Four key US economic events this week, including CPI and PPI data, are poised to significantly influence Bitcoin sentiment and price action.
Silver hits fresh high above $84, gold breaks record after Trump flags possible action on Iran
Precious metals surged as gold hit a record high and silver reached $84/ounce amid escalating US-Iran tensions.
Role Of Tether's USDT Venezuela And Iran Highlights Duality Of Stablecoins
Tether's USDT serves citizens in Venezuela and Iran as a hedge against inflation while also being used by sanctioned entities to evade restrictions.
US Government Pressure Identified as a Leading Cause of Debanking
New research from the Cato Institute indicates most US debanking cases result from government pressure, not just bank policies.