Australia’s ASIC flags crypto as ‘regulatory perimeter’ risk alongside AI, payments

Australia’s ASIC flags crypto as ‘regulatory perimeter’ risk alongside AI, payments

Australia's securities regulator has identified digital assets, artificial intelligence (AI), and payment systems as significant areas of concern in its 2026 outlook. The…

1/27/2026 3 min read

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Crypto money laundering balloons to $82B as Chinese-language services dominate, Chainalysis says

Crypto money laundering balloons to $82B as Chinese-language services dominate, Chainalysis says

A recent report by Chainalysis highlights a significant increase in global crypto money laundering activities, reaching a staggering total of $82 billion. The report emphasizes…

1/27/2026 2 min read

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Privacy-focused Miden, Korea Digital Asset agree to build crypto infrastructure for institutional adoption

Privacy-focused Miden, Korea Digital Asset agree to build crypto infrastructure for institutional adoption

Miden and Korea Digital Asset have announced a partnership aimed at enhancing the infrastructure for cryptocurrency adoption among institutions in South Korea. This collaboration…

1/27/2026 2 min read

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US ‘crypto capital’ claim tested by developer prosecutions

US ‘crypto capital’ claim tested by developer prosecutions

The recent developments surrounding the prosecution of developers in the United States have raised questions about the country's position as a hub for cryptocurrency innovation.…

1/27/2026 3 min read

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Tether introduces USAt under new US stablecoin rules

Tether introduces USAt under new US stablecoin rules

Tether has announced the launch of a new US-regulated stablecoin known as USAt. This stablecoin is issued by Anchorage Digital Bank and is backed by reserves from Cantor…

1/27/2026 2 min read

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Galaxy Digital leads $7M investment in Tenbin to build improved tokenized gold and FX markets

Galaxy Digital leads $7M investment in Tenbin to build improved tokenized gold and FX markets

Galaxy Digital has spearheaded a $7 million investment in Tenbin, a company focused on integrating gold and foreign exchange currencies into blockchain technology. This…

1/27/2026 2 min read

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Tether Returns to US Market With Launch of USAT Stablecoin

Tether Returns to US Market With Launch of USAT Stablecoin

Tether Holdings SA has officially launched a stablecoin aimed at the United States market. This move marks the company's strategic return to the largest cryptocurrency market,…

1/27/2026 2 min read

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Bitcoin bullish bets now a bargain as 7% weekly loss underlines bearish trend

Bitcoin bullish bets now a bargain as 7% weekly loss underlines bearish trend

Recent developments in the cryptocurrency market have highlighted a bearish trend for Bitcoin, particularly underscored by a notable weekly loss. This situation has prompted…

1/27/2026 2 min read

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Arizona Lawmakers Advance Bill to Exempt Crypto From Property Taxes

Arizona Lawmakers Advance Bill to Exempt Crypto From Property Taxes

Arizona lawmakers have taken significant steps toward promoting a more favorable environment for cryptocurrency by advancing a bill aimed at exempting crypto from property taxes.…

1/27/2026 2 min read

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Stablecoins are a real threat to bank deposits, says Standard Chartered

Stablecoins are a real threat to bank deposits, says Standard Chartered

Standard Chartered has issued a warning regarding the potential impact of stablecoin growth on bank deposits, highlighting that regional banks in the United States may be…

1/27/2026 3 min read

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Wemade taps Chainlink for Korean won stablecoin infrastructure

Wemade taps Chainlink for Korean won stablecoin infrastructure

Wemade, a notable player in the blockchain and gaming industry, has integrated Chainlink into its stablecoin alliance focused on the Korean won. This move comes at a crucial time…

1/27/2026 2 min read

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Zcash Sentiment Ticks Up as Privacy Coin's Price Jumps 9%

Zcash Sentiment Ticks Up as Privacy Coin's Price Jumps 9%

Sentiment among traders regarding the privacy coin Zcash has recently shifted positively, following a significant price increase. After a period of bearish sentiment, traders on…

1/27/2026 2 min read

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