Sharplink pockets $33M from Ether staking, deploys another $170M ETH

Sharplink pockets $33M from Ether staking, deploys another $170M ETH

Corporate crypto treasuries are increasingly recognizing the potential of ether staking as a viable investment strategy. SharpLink has recently made significant moves in this…

1/9/2026 2 min read

ETH #ETH #DIGITAL ASSET TREASURY

Visa-linked stablecoin platform Rain raises $250M at $1.95B valuation

Visa-linked stablecoin platform Rain raises $250M at $1.95B valuation

Rain, a stablecoin platform linked to Visa, has successfully raised $250 million in funding, resulting in a valuation of $1.95 billion. This significant capital injection is…

1/9/2026 2 min read

OTHER #OTHER

Ripple wins UK regulatory approval from Financial Conduct Authority

Ripple wins UK regulatory approval from Financial Conduct Authority

Ripple has achieved a significant regulatory milestone by securing registration with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) through its subsidiary in the United Kingdom. This…

1/9/2026 3 min read

OTHER #POLICY #RIPPLE #UK

The hidden risk of public WiFi: How a single approval wiped a crypto wallet

The hidden risk of public WiFi: How a single approval wiped a crypto wallet

A recent incident highlights the vulnerabilities associated with using public WiFi networks, particularly for crypto users. A crypto user experienced a significant loss after…

1/9/2026 2 min read

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BNY Launches Tokenized Deposits in Digital Assets Expansion

BNY Launches Tokenized Deposits in Digital Assets Expansion

Bank of New York Mellon Corp. has recently introduced a tokenized deposit service, enabling clients to transfer funds utilizing blockchain technology. This initiative marks BNY…

1/9/2026 2 min read

BLOCKCHAIN #BLOCKCHAIN #FIAT #NYS-BK

Why The Bitcoin Price Could Crash Another 20% To $76,000 Soon

Why The Bitcoin Price Could Crash Another 20% To $76,000 Soon

Bitcoin's price is facing potential challenges, with a prominent crypto analyst warning of a possible decline. The analyst's outlook indicates that the overall market structure…

1/9/2026 3 min read

BTC #BTC #MARKET #TRADING

South Korea to flip bitcoin ETF stance as part of broader crypto push

South Korea to flip bitcoin ETF stance as part of broader crypto push

South Korea is set to implement a new regulatory framework for digital assets, which includes a significant shift in its approach to Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The…

1/9/2026 3 min read

BTC #ASIA #BTC #FIAT

Stablecoin Firm Rain Valued at $1.95 Billion After Funding Round

Stablecoin Firm Rain Valued at $1.95 Billion After Funding Round

Stablecoin payments firm Rain has successfully raised $250 million in a recent funding round. This financial boost has resulted in a valuation of $1.95 billion for the company,…

1/9/2026 2 min read

OTHER #OTHER

Zcash sees developer slowdown as ZEC extends two-month slide

Zcash sees developer slowdown as ZEC extends two-month slide

Zcash is currently experiencing a significant slowdown in developer activity, reaching its lowest point since 2021. This decline in activity coincides with ongoing governance…

1/9/2026 2 min read

ZEC #ZEC #MACROECONOMICS

Bitcoin and Ether ETFs shed over $1B as early 2026 inflows reverse

Bitcoin and Ether ETFs shed over $1B as early 2026 inflows reverse

In recent developments, US spot Bitcoin and Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have experienced significant redemptions, resulting in a loss exceeding $1 billion. This trend…

1/9/2026 2 min read

BTC #BTC #MARKET

South Korea’s top court says exchange‑held Bitcoin can be seized

South Korea’s top court says exchange‑held Bitcoin can be seized

South Korea's top court has made a significant ruling regarding the seizure of Bitcoin held in exchange accounts. This decision aligns the country's legal stance on…

1/9/2026 2 min read

BTC #ASIA #BTC #EXCHANGE

A ruble stablecoin outpaced market leaders last year despite international sanctions

A ruble stablecoin outpaced market leaders last year despite international sanctions

A ruble-linked stablecoin, known as A7A5, has emerged as a notable player in the stablecoin market, experiencing significant growth over the past year. This rise occurred despite…

1/9/2026 3 min read

MARKET #MARKET #USDT #USDC