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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
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
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
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 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
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
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 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
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
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
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, 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