BitGo aims for a $2 billion valuation with US IPO, filing for listing on NYSE under ticker BTGO.
Secret Network Lacks Official 2026 Roadmap
Secret Network has no officially released 2026 roadmap, focusing on security and scalability in 2025.
Trump Warns of Economic Impact if Tariffs Overturned
Trump warns of financial repercussions if U.S. tariffs are blocked by the Supreme Court.
Trump Enforces 25% Tariff on Iran-Linked Trade
Trump announces 25% tariff on countries trading with Iran, impacting U.S. trade relations.
Somnia’s Dreamathon Launches First Founders Class
Somnia’s Dreamathon incubator unveiled its first cohort, signaling potential growth in metaverse-focused blockchain projects.
Ethereum Eyes $4K: Analyst Charts Signal Potential Surge
Ethereum trading near $3,100; analysts predict potential $4K surge amid ETF inflows and chart patterns.
Bybit Expands Asset Overview to Include TradFi
Bybit updates its Asset Overview to incorporate traditional finance assets for a comprehensive user view. Effective December 30, 2025.
White House Considers Iran Air Strikes: Potential Crypto Market Implications
The White House is contemplating air strikes against Iran, raising questions about potential impacts on the cryptocurrency market.
Tether Freezes $182M in USDT on Tron With DOJ Aid
Tether halts $182M in USDT using issuer keys, adhering to DOJ guidance.
NEAR Protocol Sees 5.7% Spike Amid Market Fluctuations
NEAR Protocol rises 5.7% to $1.73 before retreating, with market cap impacts.
World Liberty Financial Launches USD1 Lending Platform
World Liberty Financial introduces a new lending platform for its USD1 stablecoin, impacting the cryptocurrency market.
World Liberty Financial Enters Crypto Lending Market
World Liberty Financial launches crypto lending, bolstering USD1 stablecoin’s market position.
OKX Prioritizes KYC Compliance, Freezes $40K Account
OKX enforces KYC rules, freezing account over $40K KYC breach.
Meta Appoints Dina Powell McCormick as Vice Chairman to Bolster Global Strategies
Meta appoints Dina Powell McCormick as vice chair, focusing on global strategies and AI partnerships.
MicroStrategy Acquires 13,627 Bitcoins for $1.17 Billion
MicroStrategy’s $1.17B Bitcoin investment marks its largest purchase since July, increasing corporate treasury focus.
Bitcoin Surges as Privacy Coins Lead Crypto Gains
Bitcoin soars past $94,000, marking significant gains while privacy coins outperform in the crypto market.
Crypto Funds See $454M Outflow Amid Changing Fed Sentiments
Crypto funds face $454M outflows as Federal Reserve rate cut expectations diminish, impacting Bitcoin and Ethereum investments.
Malaysia, Indonesia Temporarily Restrict Musk’s Grok AI
Malaysia and Indonesia enact temporary bans on Grok AI over explicit content concerns.
FCA Publishes Review on Complex ETPs for Retail Investors
FCA reviews communication of complex ETP risks to retail investors, highlighting good practices and needed improvements.
UK MPs Call for Ban on Crypto Political Donations
UK MPs urge PM Keir Starmer to prohibit crypto donations citing transparency and interference risks.
WEMIX.Fi Relaunch Announced for December 2025
WEMIX.Fi, part of WEMIX3.0 DeFi stack, set to relaunch December 2025.
Bybit Supports Cosmos Network Upgrade, Maintains Trading
Bybit confirms support for Cosmos ATOM v25.3.0 upgrade; trading operations continue uninterrupted.
Tether’s Dual Role in Venezuela and Iran
Tether’s USDT is central in sanctions evasion and everyday transactions in Venezuela and Iran.
Upbit Begins Second January GAS Airdrop Distribution
Upbit starts GAS airdrop for second January week, confirming distribution amid market anticipation.
YouTube Crypto Views Drop to Five-Year Lows
Crypto-related YouTube views reach five-year lows amid content and algorithm changes.
Coinbase May Reconsider Support for US Crypto Bill
Coinbase might withdraw support from US crypto bill over stablecoin reward rules.
Jerome Powell Links DOJ Probe to Trump Pressure
Jerome Powell connects DOJ investigation to Trump’s rate-cut pressures, stressing Fed independence.
Crypto Market Speculation Amid Fed Investigations Claims
Examining crypto market reactions to unverified claims of Fed Chair Powell’s investigation.
Viberate Denies New Country Music Feature Claims
Viberate clarifies no new country music feature, focusing on artist analytics and VIB token utility.
Steemit Launches Season 29 Content Challenge on Steem
Steemit kicks off Season 29 of its content challenge, promoting engagement on the Steem blockchain.
X Introduces Smart Cashtags for Real-Time Asset Pricing
X launches Smart Cashtags to display live prices for stocks and cryptocurrencies within the app.
Google Expands AI Shopping with Walmart Integration
Google enhances AI shopping with Walmart, challenging OpenAI’s market presence.
DeFi Protocols Transition to Custom Blockchains for Control
DeFi protocols leverage custom blockchains for better execution and control, signaling a shift from shared networks to dedicated environments.
DeFi Protocols Launch Own Blockchains to Overcome Limitations
DeFi protocols launch appchains to avoid Ethereum blockspace issues, enhance execution control, and build ecosystems.
Samson Mow Predicts Elon Musk’s Bitcoin Involvement by 2026
Samson Mow forecasts Elon Musk to invest heavily in Bitcoin by 2026, a claim unconfirmed by Musk or Tesla.
Rain Secures $250M Series C for Stablecoin Payments
Rain raises $250M led by ICONIQ to enhance global stablecoin payment infrastructure.
Digital Payments Rise, Credit Cards Decline in Asia
Rising digital payments in Asia challenge traditional credit card usage, impacting financial systems.
Senate to Address U.S. Crypto Regulation Clarity
The U.S. Senate plans to clarify crypto regulation roles for CFTC and SEC.
Senators Warn Against U.S. Strikes on Iran
Senate Democrats caution U.S. against strikes on Iran, citing potential constitutional, geopolitical risks.
Google Launches Universal Commerce Protocol for AI Shopping
Google reveals the Universal Commerce Protocol to streamline AI agent shopping, impacting major retail partners.
Monero Releases 0.18.4.5 Update for Ledger Fixes
Monero’s 0.18.4.5 release addresses Ledger wallet bug, enhancing usability and reliability for XMR users.
PayPal Joins Google AI Checkout via Universal Commerce
PayPal partners with Google for AI-powered checkout via Universal Commerce Protocol integration.
UK’s Stance on US-Iran Tensions: A Crypto Market Perspective
The UK’s non-committal stance on US actions against Iran could indirectly impact crypto markets, with Bitcoin and Ethereum potentially influenced by geopolitical tensions.
Ethereum’s Buterin Highlights Stablecoin Flaws Needing Innovation
Ethereum’s Vitalik Buterin addresses stablecoin flaws in USD pegs, oracles, and staking design.
Vitalik Buterin Highlights Flaws in Decentralized Stablecoins
Vitalik Buterin warns about structural flaws in decentralized stablecoins, highlighting issues with USD dependence, oracle capture, and yield trade-offs.
Russia Plans Digital Ruble Use for Pension Payments
Russia will utilize digital ruble for pension payments, not cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin or Ethereum.
Michela Allocca Expands Personal Finance Venture, Break Your Budget
Michela Allocca transforms Break Your Budget into a thriving personal finance brand, emphasizing budgeting and investment strategies.
Personal Finance Influencer Builds Wealth, No Crypto Angle
Michela Allocca grows net worth through traditional investments, lacking crypto involvement.
Bybit Launches New Asset on Bybit Alpha
Bybit introduces a new asset on its Alpha platform, enhancing Web3 interface offerings.
Kabosu Crypto Projects: No Verified New Year Message
Kabosu projects show no verified ‘Happy New Year’ post; leadership remains anonymous.