Crypto
Binance Reinstates Plans for Tokenized Stocks After Regulatory Hiatus
Binance is set to reintroduce tokenized equities on its platform, enhancing the connection between traditional finance and cryptocurrency.
Crypto
Circle's CEO Describes USDC as Neutral Financial Infrastructure
At the World Economic Forum, Circle's CEO clarifies the role of the company's stablecoin, USDC, as a cooperative infrastructure for payments.
Legal
US Authorities Withdraw Fraud Case Against Former OpenSea Manager
The US Justice Department has decided not to continue its legal case against Nathaniel Chastain, a former manager at OpenSea, after his wire fraud and money laundering convictions were overturned by an appeals court.
Ecosystem
Buterin Declares 2026 a Milestone for Self-Sovereign Computing
Vitalik Buterin outlines a vision for a self-sovereign tech stack that prioritizes privacy tools over conventional Big Tech applications.
Blockchain
Trump Media Nears Launch of Unique Token Airdrop for Shareholders
Trump Media is advancing its plans for a shareholder token airdrop, with February 2 set as the key date to determine eligibility for digital rewards.
Ecosystem
CZ's YZi Labs Invests in Trading Terminal, Enhancing Focus on DeFi Execution
YZi Labs announces a significant investment in the trading interface Genius Trading, underscoring the shift towards execution-focused tools in the growing DeFi landscape.
Crypto
Old Glory Bank Aims for Nasdaq Listing via SPAC Merger
Old Glory Bank is preparing to merge with Digital Asset Acquisition Corporation to go public on Nasdaq, pending regulatory and shareholder approval.
Bakkt Shares Jump 20% Following Acquisition of Distributed Technologies Research
Bakkt's stock price surged after announcing its purchase of Distributed Technologies Research, indicating a strong move into the stablecoin payments market.
Crypto
Coinbase Receives Second Buy Recommendation in a Week with BofA Projects 38% Growth
Bank of America upgraded Coinbase amid tax-loss selling relief and shifting short interests, noting the company's product growth and long-term blockchain goals.
Blockchain
Record Influx of Cryptocurrency to Illicit Addresses Amid Global Sanctions
The rise in crypto received by illicit addresses reflects the impacts of sanctions imposed on various entities globally, with significant transactions reported.
Business
Sharplink Secures $33 Million from Ether Staking and Allocates Additional $170 Million in ETH
Sharplink Gaming has leveraged Ether staking to amass significant returns, as it pursues a robust yield-generating strategy.
Crypto
Access to Venezuelan Oil Could Reduce Bitcoin Mining Costs, According to Bitfinex
Increased Venezuelan oil production may lead to lower electricity costs for Bitcoin miners, with significant benefits expected after several years.
News
Strategy Increases USD Holdings by $748M While Halting Bitcoin Acquisitions
Strategy has boosted its cash reserves to $2.19 billion after selling shares and paused its Bitcoin buying as a response to market conditions.
Crypto
Iran's Central Bank Accumulates $507 Million in USDT to Support Rial
The Central Bank of Iran has amassed a significant amount of USDT amid ongoing protests and increasing cryptocurrency adoption.
Crypto
Crypto.com Unveils Standalone Prediction Market Platform 'OG'
Crypto.com has launched a dedicated prediction market app named OG, separating it from its main operations to better compete in the lucrative prediction market industry.
