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Tom Lee's BitMine pushes Ethereum staking network into $8 billion backlog

Tom Lee's BitMine pushes Ethereum staking network into $8 billion backlog

Tom Lee's BitMine has reported a significant backlog in Ethereum staking, with new validators facing a wait time of over 44 days to begin earning rewards. This situation marks…

1/16/2026 2 min read

ETH #ETH #TECH #ETHEREUM NEWS

HR services provider Gusto taps Zerohash to speed up global payouts with stablecoins

HR services provider Gusto taps Zerohash to speed up global payouts with stablecoins

Payroll and HR platform Gusto has initiated a pilot program to implement stablecoin payouts, utilizing the technology from Zerohash. This strategic move is designed to enhance…

1/16/2026 2 min read

OTHER #OTHER #FINANCE #ZERO HASH

Bitcoin pulls back to $94,300 as U.S. stocks sink, precious metals tumble

Bitcoin pulls back to $94,300 as U.S. stocks sink, precious metals tumble

Recent market movements have seen Bitcoin retreat to $94,300 amidst a broader decline in U.S. stocks and a selloff in precious metals. This trend highlights the…

1/16/2026 2 min read

BTC #BTC #MARKET #MARKETS

Crypto card spending hits $18 billion annualized as stablecoin use shifts to everyday payments

Crypto card spending hits $18 billion annualized as stablecoin use shifts to everyday payments

Recent research from Artemis indicates that spending via crypto credit and debit cards has reached an annualized figure of $18 billion. This development highlights a significant…

1/16/2026 3 min read

RESEARCH #RESEARCH #FINANCE #VISA

Riot Platforms surges 11%  as lease deal with AMD marks major AI infrastructure pivot

Riot Platforms surges 11% as lease deal with AMD marks major AI infrastructure pivot

Riot Platforms has recently experienced a notable surge, increasing by 11%. This uptick follows the company's significant investment in AI infrastructure, highlighted by a…

1/16/2026 2 min read

BTC #BTC #BUSINESS #MARKET

Early 2026 tailwinds for bitcoin miners as hashrate falls, profitability improves: JPMorgan

Early 2026 tailwinds for bitcoin miners as hashrate falls, profitability improves: JPMorgan

U.S.-listed bitcoin miners have commenced 2026 on a positive note, characterized by increasing revenues, enhancing margins, and recovering valuations. This shift presents a more…

1/16/2026 2 min read

BTC #BTC #MARKET #MINING

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: Bitcoin Cash (BCH) Gains 3.1%, Leading Index Higher

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: Bitcoin Cash (BCH) Gains 3.1%, Leading Index Higher

The CoinDesk 20 index experienced notable movement, with Bitcoin Cash (BCH) leading the way with a gain of 3.1%. Aave (AAVE) also contributed positively to the index, rising by…

1/16/2026 2 min read

MARKET #AAVE #BCH #MARKET

BitMine’s $200 million MrBeast investment seen as strategic diversification: B. Riley

BitMine’s $200 million MrBeast investment seen as strategic diversification: B. Riley

BitMine has made a significant investment in the consumer media space, allocating $200 million towards a project associated with MrBeast. This decision is viewed as a strategic…

1/16/2026 2 min read

MARKET #BUSINESS #MARKET #REGULATION

Jefferies strategist Christopher Wood swaps bitcoin for gold on quantum computing concern

Jefferies strategist Christopher Wood swaps bitcoin for gold on quantum computing concern

Christopher Wood, the global head of equity strategy at Jefferies, has made a significant shift in his investment strategy. He has decided to replace a 10% allocation to bitcoin…

1/16/2026 3 min read

BTC #BTC #FIAT #MARKET

Southern Utah man sentenced to 3 years in prison for crypto-linked wire fraud scheme

Southern Utah man sentenced to 3 years in prison for crypto-linked wire fraud scheme

Brian Garry Sewell, a resident of Southern Utah, has been sentenced to three years in prison for his involvement in a wire fraud scheme linked to cryptocurrency. Federal…

1/16/2026 2 min read

BUSINESS #BUSINESS #FINANCE #CRYPTO FRAUD

CME Group to offer cardano, chainlink, stellar futures as institutions seek regulated risk-management tools

CME Group to offer cardano, chainlink, stellar futures as institutions seek regulated risk-management tools

The CME Group has announced plans to introduce futures contracts for Cardano, Chainlink, and Stellar. These contracts, which will be available in both micro and standard sizes,…

1/16/2026 3 min read

MARKET #ADA #LINK #MARKET

BitMine expects $400 million income on ether holdings, bet on MrBeast could '10x'

BitMine expects $400 million income on ether holdings, bet on MrBeast could '10x'

BitMine, a notable player in the cryptocurrency sector, has made a significant claim regarding its financial outlook. The company's chair, Tom Lee, has informed investors that…

1/16/2026 2 min read

BUSINESS #BUSINESS #ZRX #FINANCE