Authorities aim to recover $200,000 in USDT linked to a sophisticated dating app scam operation.
JPMorgan Warns Against Stablecoin Yield Banking Risks
JPMorgan CFO Jeremy Barnum cautions on stablecoin yields creating a parallel banking system without safeguards.
JPMorgan Predicts No Fed Rate Cuts Until 2027
JPMorgan revises Federal Reserve rate forecast, impacting Bitcoin prices and market sentiment.
Trump Criticizes Powell Amid Fed Investigation
Trump’s criticism continues as Powell addresses Fed investigation subpoenas.
Kraken SPAC Files for $250 Million Nasdaq IPO
Kraken-backed SPAC files SEC S-1 for $250M Nasdaq IPO targeting crypto infrastructure.
BNB Chain Accelerates with Fermi Upgrade, Block Times Reduced
BNB Chain’s Fermi upgrade slashes block times to 0.45 seconds, enhancing DeFi, gaming, and trading efficiency.
CoinGecko Rumored $500M Sale Lacks Official Confirmation
Speculations on CoinGecko’s $500 million sale remain unconfirmed, with no statements from official sources.
Bitcoin Surges to $92,500 Amid CPI Data Rise
Bitcoin spikes to $92,500 following December CPI increase; analyst insights reveal market trends.
ZKsync 2026 Roadmap Highlights Privacy Focus
ZKsync’s 2026 roadmap prioritizes privacy and global market access, aiming for traditional finance integration.
eToro Partners with Intello for SMSF Integration in Australia
eToro teams up with Intello to simplify and reduce costs for SMSF management in Australia.
21Shares Launches BOLD ETP on London Stock Exchange
21Shares introduces BOLD ETP in London, combining Bitcoin and gold for UK investors.
Crypto Market Reacts to Regulatory Shifts
The crypto market is adjusting to recent regulatory changes impacting financial and technological sectors.
Ukraine Blocks Polymarket Amidst Gambling Crackdown
Ukraine bans Polymarket in unlicensed gambling crackdown, impacting access for users.
French Crypto Executives Face Increasing Security Threats
Crypto leaders in France encounter escalating security challenges; police vow enhanced protection measures.
Trump’s 25% Tariff on Iran Trade Announced
President Trump imposes a 25% tariff on any country trading with Iran, affecting U.S. business deals immediately.
SEC Chairman Aims to Clarify Crypto Regulations
SEC Chairman Paul Atkins announces Project Crypto to establish clear digital asset regulations, eliminating current ambiguities.
Trump Imposes 25% Tariff on Iran Trade Partners
U.S. President Trump announces a 25% tariff on nations trading with Iran, prompting China to condemn the decision.
UK MPs Advocate Total Ban on Crypto Donations
UK MPs propose banning crypto donations to parties, citing transparency concerns. Reform UK among affected.
Pundi AI-Joinda Quest Mention Lacks Confirmation
No primary sources confirm Pundi AI’s presence on Joinda Quest; unrelated updates prevail.
Former NYC Mayor Adams Announces NYC Token on Solana
Ex-NYC Mayor Eric Adams launches NYC Token on Solana, aims to counter anti-Semitism and educate on blockchain.
Democratic Crypto Fundraising Initiative BlueVault Reportedly Launched
Democratic Party’s BlueVault initiative rumored as new crypto fundraising effort amid unclear sources.
Coinbase May Withdraw Support from CLARITY Act
Coinbase considers pulling support from key crypto bill due to stablecoin yield restrictions.
HTX Denies New Token Listings Amid Rumors
Rumors of HTX listing tokens “我踏马来了,” “人生K线,” and “老子” are unverified, with no official announcements from HTX.
Ethereum’s “Walkaway Test” Proposed by Buterin
Vitalik Buterin proposes Ethereum’s “walkaway test” for long-term sustainability, focusing on quantum resistance.
Crypto-Related Tech Unicorns Emerge in 2025
Several crypto startups reached $1B valuations in 2025, impacting the blockchain space significantly.
BitGo Pursues $2B Valuation with US IPO Plan
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.