UK banks’ anti-crypto stance intensifies even as regulatory process moves forward

UK banks’ anti-crypto stance intensifies even as regulatory process moves forward

Recent findings from a crypto lobby group highlight a growing trend of "increased hostility" from British banks towards the cryptocurrency sector. This development comes at a…

1/27/2026 2 min read

OTHER #POLICY #UNITED KINGDOM #FCA

Mesh joins crypto unicorn ranks with $75M Dragonfly-led Series C

Mesh joins crypto unicorn ranks with $75M Dragonfly-led Series C

Mesh, a crypto payments company, has successfully secured $75 million in a Series C funding round led by Dragonfly. This significant investment positions Mesh among the ranks of…

1/27/2026 2 min read

ASIA #ASIA

BNB rises 2.5%, nears $900 mark as prediction market growth signals utility expansion

BNB rises 2.5%, nears $900 mark as prediction market growth signals utility expansion

The recent launch of a new physically backed BNB exchange-traded product on Nasdaq Stockholm has sparked interest in the BNB token. This development adds to the existing array of…

1/27/2026 3 min read

MARKET #MARKET #BNB #MARKETS

Mesh becomes unicorn, raises $75 million for crypto payments infrastructure

Mesh becomes unicorn, raises $75 million for crypto payments infrastructure

Mesh, a company focused on developing infrastructure for crypto payments, has achieved unicorn status following a substantial investment round. The firm successfully raised $75…

1/27/2026 3 min read

EXCHANGE #EXCHANGE #FINANCE #MESH NETWORKS

Nomura-backed crypto group Laser Digital seeks US banking licence

Nomura-backed crypto group Laser Digital seeks US banking licence

Laser Digital, a crypto group backed by Nomura, is pursuing a banking license in the United States. This initiative reflects a broader trend among fintech firms, digital asset…

1/27/2026 3 min read

REGULATION #REGULATION

UK dodges ‘US malaise’ as regulator finalizes crypto rules

UK dodges ‘US malaise’ as regulator finalizes crypto rules

The United Kingdom is nearing the completion of its extensive rulemaking process for cryptocurrency regulations. This development positions the UK to potentially lead in crypto…

1/27/2026 2 min read

OTHER

Stablecoins Are a Bigger Threat to US Banks Than Regulators Admit: Standard Chartered

Stablecoins Are a Bigger Threat to US Banks Than Regulators Admit: Standard Chartered

A recent analysis from Standard Chartered has raised concerns regarding the potential impact of stablecoins on the banking sector in the United States. The report suggests that a…

1/27/2026 2 min read

MARKET #BUSINESS #MARKET #MARKETS

Wyckoff analysis points to potential sub-$80K Bitcoin low amid choppy markets

Wyckoff analysis points to potential sub-$80K Bitcoin low amid choppy markets

Recent Bitcoin price analysis has highlighted the potential for a Wyckoff "spring" event, suggesting that Bitcoin could experience lows below $80,000. This analysis indicates…

1/28/2026 2 min read

BTC #BTC #MARKET #TRADING

WH advisor Patrick Witt: Davos 2026 was ‘turning point’ for global crypto normalization

WH advisor Patrick Witt: Davos 2026 was ‘turning point’ for global crypto normalization

Patrick Witt, a crypto advisor from the White House, recently made significant remarks regarding the future of cryptocurrency and its integration into the global financial…

1/27/2026 2 min read

OTHER #POLICY #WHITE HOUSE #STABLECOIN

What Davos Revealed About BlackRock, Ripple And XRP: Pundits Weigh In

What Davos Revealed About BlackRock, Ripple And XRP: Pundits Weigh In

Recent discussions among XRP commentators at Davos have sparked speculation regarding the potential alignment between BlackRock and Ripple concerning tokenized finance. While no…

1/27/2026 3 min read

BTC #BLOCKCHAIN #BTC #ETH

Standard Chartered says U.S. regional banks most at risk in $500 billion stablecoin shift

Standard Chartered says U.S. regional banks most at risk in $500 billion stablecoin shift

Standard Chartered has raised concerns regarding the potential impact of stablecoins on U.S. regional banks. The bank's analysis indicates that a significant shift of $500…

1/27/2026 2 min read

MARKET #FIAT #MARKET #REGULATION

Ethereum already ‘20%’ of the way toward quantum resilience: Interview

Ethereum already ‘20%’ of the way toward quantum resilience: Interview

Ethereum is making strides towards enhancing its security against potential quantum computing threats. Researcher Antonio Sanso highlighted the platform's commitment to…

1/27/2026 2 min read

ETH #ETH