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Ethereum could get faster in January with gas limit rise to 80M
Ethereum developers are considering raising the gas limit to 80 million in January to boost transaction throughput following the next hard fork.
Federal Reserve withdraws restrictive 2023 policy severely limiting ‘novel’ crypto activities
The Federal Reserve rescinded its 2023 policy that heavily restricted state member banks from engaging in novel crypto activities.
Could Bittensor Ever Be as Successful as Bitcoin?
Bittensor (TAO) aims to decentralize AI services using proof-of-intelligence, drawing parallels to Bitcoin's ethos despite current centralization concerns.
Bitcoin Added And Lost Nearly $100 Billion In Hours, What Just Happened?
Bitcoin experienced extreme volatility, surging past $90,000 before crashing due to cascading liquidations of leveraged short and long positions.
Hyperliquid sees largest $11M liquidation during $526M market downturn
Crypto markets experienced $526M in liquidations, with Hyperliquid recording the largest single $11M order.
Brazil’s main stock exchange plans to roll out tokenization platform and stablecoin in 2026
Brazil's main stock exchange, B3, plans to launch a tokenization platform and a stablecoin in 2026 to integrate traditional and digital asset markets.
CFTC's acting chief Pham poised to go to crypto firm MoonPay once Mike Selig lands
Acting CFTC chief Caroline Pham plans to join crypto firm MoonPay after Mike Selig is confirmed as her replacement.
Coinbase expands into stocks, prediction markets, Solana DEX trading via Jupiter, and more in ‘everything exchange’ push
Coinbase is aggressively expanding into an "everything exchange" by launching stock trading, prediction markets, Solana DEX integration, and custom stablecoins.
Coinbase adds stock trading, prediction markets in ‘everything app’ push
Coinbase is launching stock trading and prediction markets as part of its strategy to become an "everything app."
Crypto exchange Coinbase (COIN) dramatically expanding offerings, including tie-in with Kalshi
Coinbase is expanding its platform to include stock trading, perpetual futures, and prediction markets to become the 'Everything Exchange.'
Hyper Foundation proposes removing $1 billion worth of HYPE tokens from circulating supply by zeroing out Hyperliquid’s Assistance Fund
Hyper Foundation proposes a vote to permanently remove nearly $1 billion in HYPE tokens from circulating supply by zeroing out the Assistance Fund.
Coinbase Ventures-Backed Stablecoin Bank Triggers Terra UST-Style Fears
Kontigo, a stablecoin-focused neobank backed by Coinbase Ventures, faces skepticism over its no-KYC policy and high yield promises.
Coinbase gets nod from Indian regulators to acquire CoinDCX stake
Indian regulators approved Coinbase's acquisition of a minority stake in the cryptocurrency platform CoinDCX.
Jito Foundation to return to US amid 'clearer rules' for digital assets
The Jito Foundation is returning to the US due to perceived clearer digital asset rules following regulatory shifts.
Deutsche Bank initiates coverage of Coinbase with Buy rating, sees 40% upside to $340
Deutsche Bank initiated coverage of Coinbase with a Buy rating and a $340 price target, anticipating 40% upside.
Algorithmic XRP trading coming from Digital Wealth Partners
Digital Wealth Partners is launching algorithmic XRP trading for qualified retirement accounts via a partnership with Arch Public.
California's Newsom pokes Trump, flagging convicted crypto allies CZ, Ross Ulbricht
Governor Gavin Newsom launched a state website tracking Donald Trump's alleged criminal associates, including pardoned crypto figures.
Bitcoin $70K flush would reset cycle, not confirm new bear market: Analyst
Analysts suggest a potential drop to $70K would reset Bitcoin's cycle constructively, not signal a new bear market.
Bitcoin just flashed a rare capitulation signal that historically triggers a violent rally to $180,000 in 90 days
A rare Bitcoin capitulation signal, indicated by the 14-day RSI falling below 30, historically precedes a significant rally, potentially reaching $180,000 in 90 days.
CFTC Acting Chair Pham to join MoonPay as chief legal and administrative officer
CFTC Acting Chair Caroline Pham will join crypto firm MoonPay as Chief Legal and Administrative Officer after her tenure ends.
Acting CFTC chair to join MoonPay after leaving agency
Acting CFTC Chair Caroline Pham will join MoonPay as chief legal and administrative officer after her successor is confirmed by the Senate.
Ex-Alameda CEO won’t be spending the holidays in federal prison
Caroline Ellison, former CEO of Alameda Research, has been moved from federal prison to a residential reentry management office in New York City.
CFTC Acting Chair Caroline Pham joins MoonPay as chief legal and policy officer
Former CFTC Acting Chair Caroline Pham is joining crypto payments firm MoonPay as Chief Legal and Administrative Officer.
Brazilian stock exchange B3 to launch its own tokenization platform and stablecoin
Brazil's B3 stock exchange plans to launch a tokenization platform and a BRL-linked stablecoin next year to facilitate asset trading.
3 Altcoins to Watch Ahead of the 2025 Santa Rally Season
Three altcoins—MYX Finance (MYX), Memecore (M), and Mantle (MNT)—are highlighted for potential gains during the upcoming holiday 'Santa' rally.
‘DeFi is dead’ as trillion dollar market awaits onchain finance, says Maple Finance CEO Powell
Maple Finance CEO Sid Powell predicts the end of distinguishing between DeFi and TradFi as all capital markets move onchain.
Hyperliquid is erasing $1 billion in token supply, but the market is still punishing the wrong metric
Hyperliquid is proposing to burn $1 billion in HYPE tokens to address supply concerns while facing market share pressure from incentive-driven rivals.
Traders mull the bottom as bitcoin returns to week's lows below $86,000
Bitcoin dropped to weekly lows near $85,500, showing oversold conditions but facing continued sideways movement.
Lawmakers are ‘like a steamroller’: Crypto, TradFi and Senate Banking Committee members meet to discuss crypto bill
Industry advocates and traditional finance met with the Senate Banking Committee to discuss advancing comprehensive crypto legislation.
Will Trump Family’s Hut 8 AI Pivot Reverse Its Stock Slump for Good?
Hut 8 announced a $7 billion AI data center lease with Fluidstack, boosting its stock amid a broader pivot by miners to AI infrastructure.
BitGo Enables Lightning Network Payments Directly from Custody
BitGo now offers institutional clients Bitcoin Lightning Network access directly from its qualified custody platform.
The Daily: US senators introduce crypto fraud bill, K33 flags easing bitcoin sell pressure, BitMine adds $140M in ETH, and more
The Daily reports on a new bill to combat crypto fraud, easing Bitcoin sell pressure, BitMine's ETH accumulation, and other crypto news.
Nexo partners with Tennis Australia for groundbreaking Grand Slam deal
Nexo has secured a multi-year partnership with Tennis Australia, becoming the first crypto company to partner with a Grand Slam tournament.
Bitcoin Price Pumps Above $90,000 Then Dumps to $85,000 in 4 Hours
Bitcoin briefly surged past $90,000 before rapidly falling below $87,000, causing over $190 million in derivatives liquidations.
Binance mulls new US strategy, CZ potentially reducing stake: Report
Binance is reportedly considering a new US strategy that may involve co-founder CZ reducing his majority stake to overcome regulatory hurdles.
Aptos (APT) drops 5% to $1.50 as volume spikes above monthly average
Aptos (APT) fell 5% to $1.50 after volume surged, indicating strong selling pressure and resistance at $1.64.
Can Solana’s Brazil ETP Narrative Spark a Price Breakout? Charts Hold the Clue
Solana's price stability amid market weakness coincides with its Brazil ETP listing, suggesting potential accumulation despite a bearish technical structure.
Ripple and SBI are redefining XRP DeFi, targeting a billion-dollar yield stream that ignores on-chain mechanics
SBI Ripple Asia and Doppler Finance will explore regulated XRP yield infrastructure and RWA tokenization on the XRP Ledger.
Bitcoin’s Lightning Network Capacity Hits New-All Time High
Bitcoin's Lightning Network capacity reached a new all-time high of 5,637 BTC, driven by institutional deposits despite lagging grassroots adoption.
Phantom begins rolling out access to Kalshi-powered prediction markets
Phantom is integrating Kalshi to allow users to trade on real-world prediction markets directly within their wallet.
Silvergate Bank lawsuit calls for FTX, Alameda clients to weigh in on $10M settlement
A class-action lawsuit against Silvergate Bank seeks input from FTX/Alameda clients for a $10 million settlement.
Circle partners with LianLian Global to enhance cross-border payments using USDC
Circle and LianLian Global are partnering to use USDC stablecoin infrastructure to improve cross-border payments.
DOT drops 3% to $1.83 as crypto markets reverse lower
Polkadot's DOT token fell 3% to $1.83, breaking key support despite positive Coinbase integration news.
BNB drops nearly 3% to as bitcoin whipsaw and tech selloff hit crypto market
BNB fell nearly 3% to around $844 amid sharp bitcoin volatility and weakness in U.S. tech stocks, signaling a risk-off sentiment.
Jeff Booth, Oliver Velez, and Bitcoin Beach Founder Mike Peterson to Speak at Bitcoin Medellín 2026
Bitcoin Medellín Conference 2026 will feature speakers like Jeff Booth, Oliver Velez, and Mike Peterson on January 16-17.
DOGE, SHIB Price News: Dogecoin and Shiba Inu Drop Lower as Ethereum Loses Appeal
Dogecoin and Shiba Inu fell below key technical support levels amid selling pressure linked to Ethereum's underperformance.
What the DOJ’s Massive Crypto Seizures Mean for the Industry
The DOJ's increased crypto seizures signal risks for innocent users but also opportunities for industry compliance and law enforcement partnerships.
XRP falls 5% as bitcoin’s sudden pump and dump rattles crypto markets
XRP dropped 5.04% below the $1.92 support zone amid broad market volatility triggered by Bitcoin's sharp reversal.
BitGo partners with Voltage to offer institutional access to Lightning Network
BitGo and Voltage are collaborating to provide institutional clients with secure access to the Lightning Network for fast Bitcoin transactions.
Bitfinex axes trading fees on all products, including spot, perpetuals, and tokenized assets
Bitfinex has permanently eliminated all trading fees across its platform for all eligible users.
Crypto stocks pare gains as bitcoin (BTC) price retreats after rally to $90,000
Crypto stocks and major cryptocurrencies retreated after Bitcoin reversed its move above $90,000.
DTCC begins limited onchain Treasury test on Canton Network after SEC greenlight
DTCC is starting a limited pilot to place U.S. Treasury representations on the Canton Network blockchain following SEC approval.
Crypto industry insiders meet with key senators on market structure bill negotiation
Industry leaders met with Senator Tim Scott and other lawmakers to negotiate details of the crucial crypto market structure bill.
FTX Scandal Figure Caroline Ellison Leaves Prison: Was Justice Too Lenient?
Caroline Ellison, former Alameda CEO, has moved from federal prison to community confinement under RRM supervision.
Polygon Labs looks for ‘storytelling’ help through strategic investment in Boys Club
Polygon Labs made a strategic investment in web3 media project Boys Club to enhance its crypto storytelling and cultural relevance.
The Protocol: Bug that can drain all your tokens impacting 'thousands' of sites
A critical React Server Components bug, CVE-2025-55182 (React2Shell), allows remote code execution and risks draining user tokens from thousands of affected websites.
Bitcoin liquidations hit $148M as price spikes to $90K before retreating
Bitcoin liquidations reached $148 million after the price briefly spiked to $90,000 and then sharply reversed.
Bitcoin price (BTC) news: Major whipsaw on Wednesday sends price back below $88,000
Bitcoin experienced a sharp whipsaw, briefly exceeding $90,000 before falling back below $88,000, mirroring losses in AI stocks.
Robinhood (HOOD) looks better placed than Coinbase (COIN) for prediction-market upside, Mizuho says
Mizuho suggests Robinhood has greater revenue upside from prediction markets because its users fund them with fresh capital, unlike Coinbase users who may sell existing crypto.
Macquarie sees U.S. Senate near crypto deal as market structure, GENIUS rules advance
Macquarie anticipates a workable U.S. crypto framework by early 2026 due to bipartisan Senate talks on market structure and progress on GENIUS Act rulemaking.
Pi Coin Declines 25% in 20 Days as Investor Outflows Increase
Pi Coin has dropped 25% in 20 days, hitting a multi-week low due to increased investor withdrawals and correlation with Bitcoin's weakness.
Bitcoin tags $90K as crypto market spike liquidates $120M shorts
Bitcoin surged back to $90,000, liquidating over $120 million in short positions during a volatile market move.
Kyrgyzstan’s USDKG shows how real-asset stablecoins are evolving in emerging markets
Kyrgyzstan launched USDKG, a USD-pegged stablecoin backed by physical gold, illustrating the evolution of real-asset stablecoins in emerging markets.
Michael Saylor says quantum will “harden” Bitcoin, but he’s ignoring the 1.7 million coins already at risk
Michael Saylor claims quantum computing will strengthen Bitcoin, but critics note significant risks to already exposed coins.
Norway’s Sovereign Wealth Fund Backs Metaplanet’s Bitcoin Strategy
Norway's $1.7 trillion sovereign wealth fund manager voted to support all of Metaplanet's proposals endorsing its bitcoin treasury strategy.
Bitcoin shorts scramble for the exits as BTC price climbs
Bitcoin surged past $90,000, liquidating over $110 million in short positions amid aggressive spot buying.
Crypto stocks jump as bitcoin suddenly breaks $90,000; HUT and COIN lead gains
Crypto stocks like Hut 8 and Coinbase rallied sharply after Bitcoin surged past $90,000.
Silver overtakes Google to become the 4th-largest asset by market cap
Silver has surpassed Alphabet (Google's parent company) to become the fourth-largest asset globally by market capitalization.
Bitcoin re-takes $90,000 as price spikes early in U.S. session
Bitcoin briefly surpassed $90,000 during the early U.S. trading session amid rising metal prices and dovish Fed commentary.
BlackRock sends $382M in Bitcoin and $220M in Ethereum to Coinbase
BlackRock transferred $382 million in Bitcoin and $220 million in Ethereum to Coinbase Prime custody.