Iran Accepting Crypto Payments for Weapons—But This May Not Help It Evade Sanctions
Iran has introduced a new payment method for military equipment through its Mindex website, allowing buyers to use cryptocurrency. This development raises questions about the…
1/7/2026 2 min read
OTHER #LAW AND ORDER
XRP spot trading is now live on Hyperliquid with Flare's FXRP listing
XRP spot trading has officially launched on the decentralized exchange Hyperliquid, following the listing of Flare’s FXRP. This new development enables users to trade XRP through…
1/7/2026 2 min read
MARKET #MARKET #TRADING #WALLET
Trust Wallet’s $7M hack shows where crypto-friendly SMEs may be vulnerable
The recent hack of Trust Wallet, resulting in a loss of $7 million, underscores significant vulnerabilities faced by crypto-friendly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).…
1/7/2026 2 min read
SECURITY INCIDENTS #SECURITY INCIDENTS
Aptos' APT falls amid a decline in wider crypto markets
Aptos' token experienced a decline amid subdued trading activity, reflecting its close correlation with the overall trends in the cryptocurrency market. This retreat highlights…
1/7/2026 2 min read
MARKET #MARKET #TRADING #APT
Why XRP Is About To Experience A Legendary Next 3 Months
XRP has experienced significant price movement, rising from $0.5 in 2024 to over $3 in 2025. This surge marks a historical moment for the cryptocurrency, bringing it close to its…
1/7/2026 3 min read
MARKET #BUSINESS #MARKET #TRADING
Crypto Long & Short: 2026: The year institutions treat crypto as part of their core stack
In this week’s edition of the Crypto Long & Short Newsletter, insights from Adeniyi Abiodun highlight a significant shift expected in the institutional approach to…
1/7/2026 2 min read
BLOCKCHAIN #BLOCKCHAIN #COINDESK INDICES #CRYPTO LONG - SHORT
BNB falls below $900 even after network upgrade, ecosystem developments as market declines
The BNB Chain's layer-2 network, opBNB, has recently undergone a significant upgrade known as the Fourier hard fork. This upgrade has notably doubled the transaction throughput…
1/7/2026 2 min read
MARKET #MARKET #BNB #FORKS
Blockchain Barely Gets a Mention as AI Dominates CES 2026 Trend Predictions
At CES 2026, the focus shifted predominantly towards AI-driven personalization and innovative monetization models, overshadowing discussions about blockchain technology. This…
1/7/2026 2 min read
BLOCKCHAIN #BLOCKCHAIN #TECHNOLOGY
The Protocol: Ledger customer data breached from Global-e platform
A recent security breach has exposed customer data of The Protocol's users through the Global-e platform. This incident raises significant concerns regarding data security in the…
1/7/2026 3 min read
ETH #BLOCKCHAIN #ETH #WALLET
Fireblocks expands into crypto financial reporting with $130 million TRES acquisition
Fireblocks has made a significant move in the cryptocurrency space by acquiring TRES for $130 million. This acquisition enables Fireblocks to enhance its offerings in crypto…
1/7/2026 2 min read
BLOCKCHAIN #BLOCKCHAIN #FINANCE #FIREBLOCKS
Bitcoin price falls despite 'really bullish' MSCI update: What went wrong?
Recent developments from MSCI have caused a stir in the cryptocurrency market, particularly concerning Bitcoin. The organization’s rule change regarding newly issued shares has…
1/7/2026 2 min read
BTC #BTC #TRADING #DIGITAL ASSET TREASURY
Former Brazil central bank official unveils real-pegged stablecoin with yield sharing
A former official from Brazil's central bank has introduced a new stablecoin that is designed to be pegged to the Brazilian real. This innovative financial instrument aims to…
1/7/2026 3 min read
FIAT #FIAT #REGULATION #DIGITAL ASSET TREASURY