ZEC Rebounds 11%! Trump says he won’t pardon Sam Bankman-Fried! Florida revisits it’s Strategic Bitcoin Reserve!

ZEC Rebounds 11%! Trump says he won’t pardon Sam Bankman-Fried! Florida revisits it’s Strategic Bitcoin Reserve!

In recent market movements, several cryptocurrencies have shown notable activity, particularly ZEC and Polygon, which both experienced significant rebounds. Meanwhile,…

1/9/2026 3 min read

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BNY launches tokenized deposits amid TradFi rush into blockchain and crypto

BNY launches tokenized deposits amid TradFi rush into blockchain and crypto

BNY has introduced a service that offers tokenized deposits specifically for institutional clients. This initiative is facilitated through an in-house permissioned blockchain,…

1/9/2026 2 min read

BLOCKCHAIN #BLOCKCHAIN

The $44 Billion Bet-On-Anything Economy Has Arrived

The $44 Billion Bet-On-Anything Economy Has Arrived

Prediction markets have entered the mainstream, showcasing a significant shift in how people engage with various forms of speculation. With a remarkable volume of $44 billion,…

1/9/2026 2 min read

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Crypto exchange OKX cuts institutional staff amid global restructuring

Crypto exchange OKX cuts institutional staff amid global restructuring

OKX, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, has recently undergone significant changes within its institutional business. This restructuring has led to a notable reduction in its…

1/9/2026 3 min read

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Ethereum Founder Vitalik Buterin Backs Convicted Dev, Calls Privacy 'Essential Protection'

Ethereum Founder Vitalik Buterin Backs Convicted Dev, Calls Privacy 'Essential Protection'

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has expressed his support for Roman Storm, a developer who was convicted in connection with Tornado Cash, a privacy tool for cryptocurrency…

1/9/2026 2 min read

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Security expert Bruce Schneier ‘guarantees’ governments are bulk spying with AI

Security expert Bruce Schneier ‘guarantees’ governments are bulk spying with AI

Security expert Bruce Schneier has raised concerns about the escalating capabilities of mass surveillance, particularly in the context of artificial intelligence. He suggests…

1/9/2026 2 min read

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Altcoins Defy Bitcoin Slump as XRP, Solana Notch Double-Digit Gains

Altcoins Defy Bitcoin Slump as XRP, Solana Notch Double-Digit Gains

Recent market trends have shown that altcoins, including notable players such as XRP and Solana, have managed to achieve significant gains despite a slump in Bitcoin's…

1/9/2026 2 min read

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Tether said to have invested up to $50 million in crypto lender Ledn at $500 million valuation

Tether said to have invested up to $50 million in crypto lender Ledn at $500 million valuation

Tether, the issuer of the widely used stablecoin, has reportedly made a significant investment in the crypto lending platform Ledn. This investment, which is said to be up to $50…

1/9/2026 2 min read

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Wall Street Analyst Is Still Bullish On Bitcoin, Predicts Price Recovery

Wall Street Analyst Is Still Bullish On Bitcoin, Predicts Price Recovery

In a landscape where opinions on Bitcoin's near-term trajectory are sharply divided, one Wall Street analyst remains steadfast in a bullish outlook. This perspective comes amidst…

1/9/2026 3 min read

BTC #BTC #BUSINESS #MARKET

Ripple scores UK regulatory approval via local subsidiary

Ripple scores UK regulatory approval via local subsidiary

Ripple's UK subsidiary has achieved a significant milestone by securing regulatory approval as an Electronic Money Institution. This approval allows the company to provide…

1/9/2026 2 min read

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Bitcoin may be gearing up for a rally that sent price to $126,000 last year

Bitcoin may be gearing up for a rally that sent price to $126,000 last year

Recent market movements suggest that Bitcoin may be preparing for a significant rally, reminiscent of the conditions observed in April 2025. The current consolidation phase…

1/9/2026 2 min read

BTC #BTC #MARKET #TRADING

Cathie Wood: Trump May Buy Bitcoin For US Reserve Ahead Of Midterms

Cathie Wood: Trump May Buy Bitcoin For US Reserve Ahead Of Midterms

Cathie Wood, founder and CEO of ARK Invest, has expressed the belief that the Trump administration could transition from merely holding confiscated bitcoin to actively purchasing…

1/9/2026 3 min read

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