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Colombia’s tax authority mandates crypto exchanges to submit user data: report
Colombia's DIAN now requires crypto platforms to report detailed user and transaction data to combat tax evasion.
Bitcoin and Ethereum Pinned at Max Pain as $2.2 Billion Options Expire into Macro Storm
Over $2.2 billion in Bitcoin and Ethereum options are expiring near their max pain levels amid anticipation of major macro events.
Stablecoin Payment Flows Could Hit $56.6T by 2030
Bloomberg Intelligence projects stablecoin payment flows to reach $56.6 trillion by 2030, driven by institutional adoption and economic instability.
Consensys-backed SharpLink stakes $170 million in ETH on Linea
SharpLink Gaming staked $170 million in ETH on Consensys' Linea L2 to optimize yield through native staking and restaking rewards.
3 Key Signals Suggest Bitcoin Could Be Primed for a Short Squeeze
Three key derivatives data points suggest Bitcoin is vulnerable to a short squeeze amid recent volatility.
Colombia mandates disclosure of Bitcoin and crypto transaction data
Colombia's DIAN now requires crypto providers to report detailed transaction data, aligning with the OECD's CARF for tax transparency.
3 Altcoins To Watch This Weekend | January 10 – 11
Investors should monitor Polygon (POL), Aptos (APT), and Midnight (NIGHT) this weekend for potential market movements.
What Europe’s New Crypto Rules Are Changing in Practice
The EU's MiCA framework is shifting crypto from a legal gray area to a regulated environment, enhancing investor protection and operational clarity.
Bitcoin Mining's Environmental Benefits Backed By Science
Over 56% of Bitcoin mining now uses sustainable energy, with potential to further boost green energy projects and mitigate emissions.
Zcash Developers Launch CashZ Wallet After Leaving ECC
Zcash developers who recently left Electric Coin Company (ECC) are launching a new wallet called cashZ using the existing Zashi codebase.
Truebit’s native token TRU plunges 99.9% after $26 million exploit
Truebit suffered a $26.6 million exploit due to a vulnerability in an old smart contract, causing its TRU token to drop nearly 100%.
Iran Faces Regime Pressure: Polymarket Odds on Khamenei’s Ouster Hit 56%
Polymarket odds for Ayatollah Khamenei's removal as Supreme Leader by year-end have surged to 56% amid internal unrest and external pressure.
Optimism Proposes Using 50% Of Superchain Revenue To Buy Back OP Tokens
Optimism proposed allocating 50% of Superchain revenue to monthly buybacks of the OP token to tie its value to network activity.
Nasdaq-listed miner BitFuFu expands Bitcoin treasury to 1,780 BTC
Nasdaq-listed BitFuFu increased its Bitcoin holdings to 1,780 BTC and reduced its pledged balance, boosting liquidity.
Sanctions Drive Illicit Crypto Address Flows to Record High in 2025
Illicit crypto addresses received a record $154 billion in 2025, driven largely by nation-states evading sanctions.
Major Wall Street trade group SIFMA meets privately with crypto leaders on market structure bill
SIFMA and crypto leaders met to discuss a market structure bill, finding some common ground on DeFi but remaining divided on stablecoins.
Bitcoin to Hit $2.9M by 2050 as it Becomes Global Trade Currency: VanEck
VanEck analysts predict Bitcoin could reach $2.9 million by 2050 by settling 5-10% of global trade.
Bank of America Says Coin a Buy and Could Rise 38%
Bank of America upgraded Coinbase to a 'buy' rating, projecting a 38% stock price increase to $340.
New York Reintroduces Bill Restricting Prediction Markets
New York Assemblyman Clyde Vanel reintroduced the ORACLE Act to restrict prediction markets on politics, sports, and death-related events.
Iran’s Internet Blackout Could be Critical for Bitcoin
Iran's near-total internet blackout during anti-government protests highlights geopolitical risks to its Bitcoin mining sector.
Cathie Wood says US gov’t may ‘start buying’ to stock national bitcoin reserve
Cathie Wood predicts the U.S. government may start actively buying Bitcoin for its national reserve, moving beyond just holding seized assets.
JPMorgan says crypto de-risking is likely over as ETF flows stabilize
JPMorgan analysts suggest crypto de-risking is likely finished due to stabilizing ETF flows and easing selling pressure.
Stablecoins just replaced Bitcoin for crime on the dark web – and the reason why is a $154 billion nightmare
Stablecoins now dominate dark web crime, accounting for 84% of $154 billion in illicit volume, driven by their stability and utility for nation-states.
CFTC issues no-action relief, clearing Bitnomial to offer event contracts
The CFTC granted Bitnomial no-action relief to list and offer fully collateralized event contracts referencing digital assets and economic indicators.
Trump Says He Won’t Pardon Sam Bankman-Fried
Donald Trump stated in a New York Times interview that he will not consider pardoning convicted FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried.
Zcash Rebounds as Developers Clarify Exit Was Structural, Not a Walkout
Zcash rebounded after developers clarified their organizational shift was a structural move, not an abandonment of the project.
Nexo Launches Zero-Interest Crypto Loans for Bitcoin and Ether Holders
Nexo introduced Zero-interest Credit, offering fixed-term, zero-interest crypto loans backed by Bitcoin and Ether collateral.
Pump.Fun DEX Volume Crossed $2 Billion, Will the Token Price PUMP?
Despite Pump.Fun's DEX volume exceeding $2 billion, the PUMP token price dropped 18% due to weak holder conviction and speculative trading.
BofA upgrades Coinbase after pullback, says crypto adoption still in ‘early innings’
Bank of America upgraded Coinbase stock to 'buy' citing product momentum and long-term adoption potential.
CFTC Sends Bitnomial No-Action Letter, Eases Reporting Requirements
The CFTC issued a no-action letter to Bitnomial, easing reporting for event contracts and prediction markets.
Grayscale registers BNB ETF in Delaware
Grayscale has filed for a statutory trust for a potential BNB ETF in Delaware.
Donald Trump Will not Consider Pardon for Sam Bankman-Fried: NYT
Donald Trump stated in a New York Times interview that he will not consider pardoning Sam Bankman-Fried.
Trump says he has no plans to pardon jailed FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried: NYT
Donald Trump stated to The New York Times that he does not plan to pardon convicted FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried.
Why the Latest Wave of Crypto Firms Seeking US Bank Charters Raises Red Flags
Several crypto firms are applying for US bank charters, prompting concerns from established banks about regulatory loopholes and potential systemic risks.
Trump says Sam Bankman-Fried will not receive a pardon
Donald Trump stated he does not intend to pardon Sam Bankman-Fried or Sean Combs.
Bitcoin Nears $91K And Bulls Are Not Done Yet
Bitcoin pulled back from $93,000 resistance, but bulls may regain control if key support levels around $90,000 hold.
Truebit Token Price Falls 99% after Reports of $26M Exploit
The Truebit (TRU) token price plummeted over 99% following reports of a $26 million Ether exploit on the protocol.
Temple Digital Group Launches Institutional Trading Platform on Canton
Temple Digital Group launched a 24/7 institutional trading platform built on the Canton Network supporting cryptocurrencies and stablecoins.
Trump could use Greenland for 10,000 EH/s Bitcoin mining hub from stranded energy if it becomes a part of the US
If Greenland joins the US, Donald Trump-linked capital could develop its stranded energy into a massive Bitcoin mining hub.
Solana Sees 740% Surge in Buying Pressure Amid ETF Buzz — What’s Next for the Price?
Despite a minor dip, Solana shows bullish structure supported by a 740% surge in buying pressure following a Morgan Stanley ETF filing.
Florida becomes latest state to pursue bitcoin reserve ahead of 2026 session
Florida lawmakers filed a proposal to create a state-managed bitcoin reserve overseen by the CFO before the 2026 session.
Senate crypto bill nears ‘do-or-die’ moment as stablecoins and Trump issues threaten progress, essential votes
A crucial Senate crypto regulation bill faces a make-or-break moment next week due to unresolved disputes over stablecoin yield and Trump's conflicts of interest.
Morgan Stanley continues crypto push, plans wallet in the second half of 2026
Morgan Stanley plans to launch crypto trading on E-Trade in H1 2026 and is developing a proprietary digital wallet for the second half of 2026.
Cryptographers who mass exited Electric Coin Company debut new Zcash wallet
Ex-Electric Coin Company staff who resigned en masse are developing a new Zcash wallet called cashz to compete with Zashi.
The Daily: ZEC drops as Zcash developer team at ECC quits, spot XRP ETFs see first net outflows since launch, and more
The Zcash developer team at ECC resigned after a board clash, causing ZEC to drop, while spot XRP ETFs saw their first net outflows.
Zcash developer unveils new wallet amid team departure
Former ECC CEO Josh Swihart announced a new Zcash wallet rollout following the entire team's departure from the company.
Maduro Ran a Narco-Terrorist State in Venezuela – Did He Use Crypto Too?
Nicolás Maduro faces US narco-terrorism charges, raising questions about cryptocurrency's role in his alleged illicit state operations.
VanEck projects Bitcoin could reach $2.9 million by 2050 in long term outlook
VanEck projects Bitcoin could reach $2.9 million by 2050 based on its adoption in global trade and central bank reserves.
Bitcoin Could Hit $2.9 Million by 2050, VanEck Says
VanEck projects Bitcoin could reach $2.9 million by 2050 under a base-case scenario, assuming significant global trade and reserve asset adoption.
Zcash just plummeted 20% after its entire team walked out, exposing a boardroom battle over the project’s assets
Zcash dropped 20% following the entire Electric Coin Company team's departure amid a governance dispute with the Bootstrap board.
Coincheck Group to Acquire Digital Asset Manager 3iQ in $112M Stock Deal
Coincheck Group will acquire a 97% stake in Canadian digital asset manager 3iQ for $111.84 million in a stock deal.
BlackRock Buys $900M BTC as Long-Term Selling Hits 2017 Lows
BlackRock added nearly $900 million in Bitcoin while long-term holder selling reached its lowest rate since 2017.
Bitcoin Lost Institutional Share in 2025 as Altcoins Took the Spotlight
In 2025, institutional capital rotated from Bitcoin toward select altcoins, driven primarily by ETF narratives rather than utility.
MSCI’s Move on MicroStrategy Is Rattling Bitcoin Markets | US Crypto News
MSCI's decision to exclude newly issued MicroStrategy shares from its indexes is causing market tension despite some analysts downplaying its impact.
SharpLink deploys $170M in ETH on Linea
SharpLink deployed $170 million in ETH on the Linea Layer 2 network to maximize yields through multiple streams.
Trump’s Second Term Creates Rare ‘Golden Window’ for Any Crypto Policy Progress: Report
A TD Cowen report suggests Trump's second term offers a rare policy window for significant, albeit incremental, crypto regulatory progress in 2026.
Why South Korea Can’t Agree on Who Should Issue Stablecoins
South Korea's Digital Asset Basic Act is stalled due to a regulatory clash over whether banks or broader firms should issue won-backed stablecoins.
Truebit Protocol Hit by Suspected $26 Million Ethereum Hack
Blockchain security platform Cyvers flagged a suspicious $26 million transfer of 8,535 ETH from the Truebit Protocol.
$50K or $250K?: What Top Crypto Companies Predict for Bitcoin in 2026
Top crypto firms offer divergent 2026 Bitcoin price predictions, challenging the traditional four-year halving cycle.
Stand With Crypto: Primary Goal for 2026 is Crypto Market Structure
Stand With Crypto's primary 2026 goal is passing federal digital asset market structure legislation, despite ongoing political mobilization.
Optimism proposes OP token buybacks using 50% of Superchain revenue
Optimism proposed using 50% of Superchain revenue monthly to buy back OP tokens for one year.
Why is Donald Trump’s World Liberty Financial (WLFI) is applying for a banking license right now?
Donald Trump’s World Liberty Financial (WLFI) applied for a trust bank charter to support its USD1 stablecoin with regulated infrastructure.
Bitcoin, Gold, and Silver in 2026: How Scarcity Is Being Repriced
In 2026, the scarcity of Bitcoin, gold, and silver is repriced by narratives, market access via ETFs, and financial structures, not just supply limits.
Will a Supreme Court Ruling Against Trump Cause a Bitcoin Crash?
Markets await a Supreme Court decision on Trump's global tariffs, which could cause macro shock and impact Bitcoin prices.
Privacy debate flares in crypto community days after Europe’s DAC8 tax regime takes effect
A debate ignited over Europe's new DAC8 tax rules, which mandate centralized exchanges report user data, sparking privacy concerns.
XRP ETFs post first day of outflows since November launch
XRP ETFs experienced their first net outflows of $40 million since launching in November.
Morgan Stanley to launch digital wallet for tokenized assets
Morgan Stanley plans to launch a digital wallet supporting tokenized assets by the end of the year.
Optimism Foundation proposes monthly OP token buybacks
The Optimism Foundation proposed using 50% of Superchain revenue for monthly OP token buybacks to align the token with network growth.
Monero retakes privacy crown as Zcash turmoil rattles rally
Monero regained the top market cap among privacy coins following turmoil caused by the Electric Coin Company developer exodus.
Buterin: Ethereum is Linux for the Open Internet of Value
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin compares Ethereum to Linux, emphasizing its open-source nature and reliance on layer-2 networks for customization.