todayonchain.com

Crypto News Aggregator (Page 180)

Why is Bitcoin (BTC) Trading Lower Today?
Bitcoin is trading lower following the Fed's expected rate cut due to cautious messaging about future easing and internal policy divisions.
CFTC Innovation Council adds prediction market, exchange CEOs
The CFTC's new CEO Innovation Council includes leaders from crypto, prediction markets, and traditional exchanges to discuss derivatives market structure reforms.
Crypto Market Structure: Democrats’ Latest Memo Exposes New Fault Lines in Senate Bill
Senate Democrats' latest counteroffer on the crypto market structure bill reveals deep divides, particularly over ethics and regulatory oversight.
BTSE Unveils Stable Staking: A Major Initiative Offering Up to 500% APR
BTSE launched Stable Staking, offering new and existing users up to 500% APR for staking STABLE tokens for seven days.
Satoshi Nakamoto Institute launches fundraising for Bitcoin Library
The Satoshi Nakamoto Institute is fundraising to create the Library of Bitcoin, an archive for foundational digital asset history.
Payments giant Stripe acquires team from crypto wallet app Valora
Stripe acquired Valora's team to bolster its crypto initiatives as Valora's app ownership reverts to cLabs.
Asia Morning Briefing: Fed Cut Brings Little Volatility as Bitcoin Waits for Japan
Bitcoin remained stable above $91,000 following the Fed's rate cut as seller exhaustion sets the stage for the Bank of Japan meeting.
a16z Opens First Asia Office: Park From Naver and Monad to Lead
a16z crypto opened its first Asia office in Seoul, South Korea, appointing Sungmo Park to lead APAC go-to-market operations.
Bhutan Debuts Sovereign Gold-Backed TER Token
Bhutan has launched the TER token, a Solana-based digital asset backed by physical gold and issued via Gelephu Mindfulness City.
Gemini nabs US license to offer prediction markets
Gemini's affiliate, Gemini Titan, secured a CFTC license to launch prediction markets for US users soon.
MENA Emerges as Global Growth Engine for Blockchain Gaming, BGA 2025 Report Finds
The MENA region now accounts for nearly 20% of the global blockchain gaming workforce, marking the fastest regional growth since tracking began.
Bitcoin OG expands Ethereum long position to $392.5M on Hyperliquid
A Bitcoin OG trader increased their Ethereum long position on Hyperliquid to $392.5 million.
Crypto among sectors ‘debanked’ by 9 major banks: US regulator
Nine major US banks restricted services to sectors like crypto between 2020 and 2023, according to preliminary OCC findings.
Silk Road Bitcoin wallets just woke up, but one critical on-chain detail defies the usual crash narrative
Silk Road-linked Bitcoin wallets showed recent activity, but internal consolidation patterns suggest less immediate selling pressure than typical government seizures.
Cboe approves 21Shares XRP ETF for listing
Cboe BZX Exchange approved the listing of the 21Shares XRP ETF, which will track XRP's performance.
Musk Confirms SpaceX IPO Is Coming, Says He Won’t Do DOGE Again
Elon Musk confirmed SpaceX's upcoming IPO and expressed regret over his involvement with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
Survey finds 6 in 10 of Asia’s rich plan to ramp up crypto buying
Six out of ten wealthy Asian investors plan to increase their cryptocurrency allocations over the next few years, viewing digital assets as crucial for long-term wealth preservation.
Sygnum Reveals 87% of Surveyed Asian HNWIs Hold Crypto Amid Rapid Market Maturation
A Sygnum report shows 87% of surveyed Asian HNWIs own crypto, with 60% planning to increase allocations as the market matures.
Midnight Network’s NIGHT Token Rallies 200% as Crypto Privacy Narrative Heats Up
Midnight Network's NIGHT token surged nearly 200% post-launch, capitalizing on growing market interest in crypto privacy solutions amid regulatory pressure.
A new loophole just proved you don’t actually own your shares – but the fix is already live on Solana
Superstate enabled direct issuance of SEC-registered shares on Solana and Ethereum using stablecoins, shifting issuance toward blockchains while keeping transfer agent control.
Gemini wins CFTC approval for prediction market, may expand into crypto futures, options and perps
Gemini has received CFTC approval to operate a prediction market, Gemini Titan, and may expand into crypto derivatives.
State Street and Galaxy to Launch Tokenized Liquidity Fund on Solana (SOL) in 2026
State Street and Galaxy plan to launch the SWEEP tokenized liquidity fund on Solana in early 2026 using PYUSD.
America’s Leading Teachers’ Union Gives Crypto Warning Related To Pensions
The AFT warned that the proposed RFIA bill could endanger teacher pension funds by legitimizing risky crypto assets.
Crypto CEOs Join U.S. CFTC's Innovation Council to Steer Market Developments
The CFTC established a CEO Innovation Council, including crypto leaders, to advise on derivatives market structure, tokenization, and blockchain.
Fed slashes interest rates, but issues mixed forward guidance
The Federal Reserve cut rates by 25 basis points, but Chair Powell's mixed comments suggest rate cuts may pause until 2026.
Fed rate cut may pump stocks but Bitcoin options call sub-$100K in January
Despite the Fed's move to increase liquidity, Bitcoin options suggest a 70% chance BTC will stay below $100,000 in January.
Stripe Acqui-Hires Crypto Payments Startup Valora, Venturing Further Into Stablecoins
Stripe has acqui-hired the team from crypto payments app Valora to bolster its expansion into blockchain technology and stablecoins.
Dark Web Bitcoin Moves After Years: What Does the Activity Signal?
Bitcoin linked to the defunct Silk Road marketplace recently moved after a decade of dormancy, signaling consolidation rather than immediate selling.
Pantera, Coinbase back Surf’s $15M push to build crypto-native AI models
Surf, an AI platform for digital asset analysis, secured $15M in funding to enhance its AI models and tools.
The Samourai Wallet Trial: A Test of Financial Privacy and Developer Freedoms
The trial of Samourai Wallet developers tests the legal precedent of code as speech and the future of financial privacy software.
U.S. Banking Regulator Warns Wall Street on 'Debanking,' Claims Practices 'Unlawful'
The OCC warned banks against unlawful 'debanking' practices, citing a review that found restrictions on sectors like digital assets.
GameStop Q3 earnings miss estimates, pressured by soft sales and lower BTC gains
GameStop's Q3 revenue missed analyst expectations due to declining core sales and reduced Bitcoin gains, causing shares to drop.
Bitcoin Price Briefly Pumps Above $94,000 As Fed Cuts Rates
Bitcoin briefly surged past $94,000 after the Federal Reserve implemented a 25-basis-point interest rate cut.
Binance CEO had WeChat hacked by cellphone exploit that likely leaves your own crypto exposed
Binance co-CEO Yi He's WeChat account was hacked via a reclaimed cell number, highlighting risks to crypto assets from social account takeovers.
Tether launches privacy-focused health platform with on-device AI
Tether launched QVAC Health, a platform using on-device AI to process biometric data locally from wearables and wellness apps.
Bitcoin Volatile Near $94K as Fed's Powell Straddles Labor Market and Inflation Issues
Bitcoin briefly surpassed $94K following Fed Chair Powell's mixed signals on labor market risks and persistent inflation.
ChronoForge to shut down amid funding collapse and Web3 gaming turmoil
Web3 game studio ChronoForge is shutting down by December 30 due to severe funding shortfalls and market downturn.
A16z-backed Lead Bank adds Loop Crypto to inner circle with eye on scaling stablecoins and payments
Loop Crypto is partnering with a16z-backed Lead Bank to leverage its infrastructure for scaling stablecoin and crypto payments.
Bitcoin and ETH whipsaw after Fed’s quarter-point cut and caution on further easing
Bitcoin and Ether experienced volatility following the Fed's quarter-point rate cut, tempered by cautious language regarding future easing.
Teachers Unions Sound Alarm on Crypto Bill Threatening Retirement Security
Teachers unions oppose the Responsible Financial Innovation Act, warning it risks worker pensions by eroding safeguards for traditional securities.
Andreessen Horovitz's Crypto Unit to Expand Into Asia With South Korea Office
A16z Crypto is opening a Seoul office and hiring Sungmo Park to lead its expansion into Asia.
Consumer Groups Join Unions Trying to Derail U.S. Crypto Market Structure Bill
Consumer advocates and unions oppose the Senate's crypto market structure bill, citing risks of fraud and insufficient consumer protections.
Conflicted Fed cuts rates but Bitcoin’s ‘fragile range’ pins BTC under $100K
Despite the Fed's expected rate cut, Bitcoin remains range-bound below $100K due to structural on-chain tensions and profit-taking.
MicroStrategy Calls Morgan Stanley’s Index Plan “Discriminatory” as Consultation Continues
MicroStrategy formally objected to MSCI's proposal to remove Bitcoin-heavy companies from equity indexes, calling the rule discriminatory.
Tether Launches Privacy-First Health App as AI Investment Strategy Accelerates
Tether launched the privacy-focused QVAC Health app, which processes user data locally, alongside accelerating its $4 billion AI investment strategy.
How a “Jellyfish UFO video” and PDF fueled a controversial 1,700% market explosion
A Polymarket contract regarding Trump declassifying UFO files surged 1,700% after a governance vote favored resolution based on an AARO document.
Paxful Pleads Guilty to Aiding Crime, Ignoring AML Laws
Bitcoin marketplace Paxful pleaded guilty to criminal charges related to facilitating illicit trades and violating AML laws.
ETHZilla moves into onchain housing finance with 15% Zippy acquisition
ETHZilla acquired a 15% stake in digital housing lender Zippy to integrate manufactured-home loans onto the blockchain.
Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates by 25 Basis Points
The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points, lowering the target range to 3.50%–3.75% to support employment and tame inflation.
Fed Cuts Rates 25bps, But the Real Shock Is What Comes Next
The Federal Reserve cut rates by 25 basis points, but the lack of forward guidance signals future policy is strictly data-dependent.
Federal Reserve cuts rates by 25bps to 3.5%-3.75% as Bitcoin steadies near $92K
The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 3.5%-3.75% amid economic uncertainty, while Bitcoin stabilized near $92K.
Binance Co-CEO Yi He’s WeChat Account Hacked in $55,000 Crypto Scam
Binance Co-CEO Yi He's WeChat account was hacked, leading to a $55,000 pump-and-dump scheme involving a meme token.
U.S. Fed Trims Benchmark Fed Funds Rate Range to 3.50%-3.75%
The U.S. Federal Reserve cut its benchmark fed funds rate by 25 basis points to a range of 3.50%-3.75%.
Galaxy expands to UAE as part of Middle East push
Digital asset company Galaxy is opening a new office in Abu Dhabi's ADGM as part of its Middle East expansion strategy.
The Daily: Silk Road bitcoin wallets wake up, SEC Chair Atkins signals quick action on crypto priorities, and more
Silk Road wallets moved bitcoin, SEC Chair Atkins outlined an aggressive 2026 crypto agenda, and a teachers union opposed Senate crypto legislation.
CryptoQuant says bitcoin could reach $112,000 if Fed turns dovish and key resistance levels break
CryptoQuant suggests Bitcoin could hit $112,000 if the Fed is dovish and BTC clears resistance at $99,000 and $102,000.
Stripe acquires Valora wallet team as it builds out stablecoin services
Stripe has acqui-hired the team behind the Valora stablecoin wallet to bolster its growing stablecoin operations.
Long-dormant ETH wallet and major BTC holders move funds before Fed meeting
Major crypto holders moved significant ETH and BTC, including a dormant wallet waking up, ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy announcement.
Pump.fun app launches on Solana Mobile’s dApp Store with Apple Pay integration
Pump.fun's new mobile app is available on Solana Mobile's dApp Store, featuring Apple Pay for easy funding.
Strategy responds to MSCI letter, makes case for index inclusion
Strategy pushed back against MSCI's proposed policy change that would exclude crypto treasury companies from stock indexes.
SpaceX Moves $95M in Bitcoin Ahead of Potential Mega IPO
SpaceX recently moved $94.5 million worth of Bitcoin, continuing a trend of consolidating its crypto holdings before a potential massive IPO.
Meteora executes $10M MET buyback as part of revenue and value growth strategy
Meteora spent $10 million USDC to buy back $MET tokens, acquiring 2.3% of the total supply to boost tokenholder value.
Millions of Xiaomi Users to Gain Instant Crypto Access with Sei From 2026
Xiaomi will pre-install a Sei wallet on new smartphones sold outside China and the US starting in 2026.
Stable partners with Chipper Cash for cost-effective money transfers in Africa
Stable has partnered with Chipper Cash to enable low-cost USDT transfers for its seven million users across nine African countries.
Vanguard’s 50M+ clients will soon gain access to crypto ETFs: Why this is significant
Vanguard is granting over 50 million clients access to third-party spot crypto ETFs, marking a major shift from its previous anti-crypto stance.
Pudgy Penguins token PENGU launches on BNB Chain for trading
The Pudgy Penguins native token, PENGU, has launched for trading on the BNB Chain.
The Protocol: Stripe’s Tempo Testnet Goes Live
Stripe-backed blockchain Tempo has launched its public testnet to advance stablecoin payments for mainstream use.
Stellar Edges Higher to $0.251 Despite Altcoin Market Apathy
Stellar (XLM) gained 0.85% to $0.251 with increased volume, consolidating around the critical $0.25 support level amid muted altcoin activity.
Aster eliminates fees on stock perpetual trading
Aster has eliminated all trading fees, including maker and taker charges, on its stock perpetual futures products.
HBAR Edges 1.8% Higher to $0.1372 as Government Adoption Momentum Builds
Hedera (HBAR) rose 1.8% to $0.1372 amid growing momentum from government adoption, including Georgia's real estate registry migration.