IMF backs gold’s role as crypto grows, citing scarcity and trust
January 26, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
The IMF says gold still holds value because trust in it has survived for over 5,000 years, even as crypto and digital money expand.

PEPE price prediction 2026-2032: Will Pepe coin dominate Dogecoin and Shiba Inu in 2026?
January 26, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Key Takeaways: The meme coin sector momentarily slowed down, hinting at a potential rally if the broader market stabilizes after its recent downturn.

BNB Price Prediction: Binance Coin Targets $1,000, but Here’s Why This Cheap Crypto is the Perfect Diversification for BNB Holders
January 26, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
BNB is gaining significant attention as investment firms such as Grayscale have filed to launch a spot exchange-traded fund for the coin.

Samsung nears Nvidia approval for critical HBM4 AI memory
January 26, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Samsung is close to getting Nvidia’s approval for its new HBM4 memory for AI and high-performance computing.

ETHZilla spends $12M on two plane engines to advance tokenization push
January 26, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
ETHZilla acquired two aircraft engines for $12.2 million, entering the aviation leasing market amid a global engine supply crunch.

$700,000,000,000 Sitting Idle on S&P 1500 Balance Sheets Will Drive Next Wave of Crypto Adoption, Says Ripple’s Monica Long
January 26, 2026 | dailyhodl.com
Ripple President Monica Long says large pools of idle corporate cash will drive increased adoption of crypto-based financial tools, particularly stablecoins.

OpenEden, FalconX, and Monarq Introduce PRISM, a Tokenized Multi-Strategy Yield Portfolio
January 26, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
OpenEden has announced the upcoming launch of PRISM, a tokenized yield portfolio developed in collaboration with FalconX and Monarq, aimed at delivering stable, risk-adjusted…

Masa Son’s Stargate AI ambitions face $50B hurdle despite Trump ties
January 26, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Masayoshi Son’s $50 billion plan to take over Switch has collapsed.

Nvidia fuels Synthesia’s push beyond marketing into HR and training
January 26, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Synthesia raised $200 million at a $4 billion valuation to build interactive AI avatars for corporate training and HR.

Matcha Meta sees $16.8 million drained in SwapNet incident: PeckShield
January 26, 2026 | theblock.co
Matcha Meta disclosed a SwapNet security incident on Sunday and PeckShield estimated roughly $16.8 million in crypto was drained.

NEAR Protocol price prediction 2026-2032: Is NEAR a good investment?
January 26, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Key takeaways: The rising bearish sentiment within NEAR Protocol’s community is bringing a cautious approach among traders.

Ethereum loans hit $28B, widening lending lead to 10x over rivals
January 26, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Ethereum loans have almost reached the $30B mark, extending its lead over other chains in that metric.

$40 Million+ US Govt Crypto Heist Leads To Contractor Exec’s Son: ZachXBT
January 26, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
On-chain investigator ZachXBT says a $40 million-plus theft from US government crypto seizure wallets may trace back to John Daghita, an alleged threat actor who goes by “Lick,”…

Report: Russia Designates Ukrainian Crypto Exchange as ‘Undesirable’ Organization
January 26, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Russia has designated Ukrainian crypto exchange WhiteBIT as an “undesirable organization,” banning its operations and criminalizing any association within the country.

Crypto.Casino Launches to Bring Transparency and Trust to Crypto Casinos
January 26, 2026 | cryptodaily.co.uk
Crypto.Casino Launches to Bring Transparency and Trust to Crypto…

CZ rules out return to Binance, predicts 2026 Bitcoin supercycle
January 26, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao says Binance doesn’t need a “backseat driver,” even though he says his pardon from Donald Trump could allow him to.

Assessing RIVER’s 21% rally after Justin Sun’s $8mln infrastructure boost
January 26, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
The selling pressure from token unlock was absorbed.

The crypto market faces one of the most severe downturns in history 
January 26, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
The crypto market lost about $100 billion amid fears of a US government shutdown.

UK finance watchdog nears final consultation step on key crypto rules
January 26, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
The Financial Conduct Authority has begun seeking final feedback on a set of proposals aiming to apply traditional finance standards to the UK crypto sector.

Ethereum whale resurfaces after nine years, moves $145 million in ETH
January 26, 2026 | theblock.co
An Ethereum whale moved 50,000 ETH on Sunday after approximately nine years of dormancy, according to onchain data.

US Lawmaker: The Golden Age of America Is Here — Pro-Crypto Policy and Growth Momentum Are Just Getting Started
January 26, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Republican leaders tout sweeping economic, tax, and crypto policy gains under President Trump, framing rapid legislative action as the start of a new national direction aimed at…

Japan to Allow Crypto ETFs by 2028 as Asia Competition Heats Up
January 26, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Japan is set to legalize cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) by 2028, marking a major shift in Asia’s second-largest economy toward mainstream crypto adoption,…

An On-Chain DEX Aggregator Just Lost $17 Million in Major Smart Contract Attack
January 26, 2026 | beincrypto.com
On-chain decentralized exchange (DEX) aggregator, SwapNet, has suffered a major smart contract exploit that drained nearly $16.8 million in crypto assets.

Ether treasury ETHZilla buys plane engines amid tokenization focus
January 26, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
ETHZilla acquired two aircraft engines for $12 million, just weeks after the company said it was renewing its focus on tokenizing real-world assets.

South Korea’s Coinone selling major stakeholder shares, in talks with overseas crypto exchanges: report
January 26, 2026 | theblock.co
The crypto exchange is in talks with overseas crypto exchanges and local financial institutions for the sale, local media reported.

Solana (SOL) Slips Further As Bears Target Deeper Support Zones
January 26, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Solana failed to settle above $132 and extended losses. SOL price is now consolidating losses below $130 and might struggle to start a recovery wave.

Winter Storm Pressure Sends Bitcoin Hashrate Lower as Major US Pools Pull Back
January 26, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Several US-based Bitcoin (BTC) mining pools have curtailed operations in response to extreme winter weather that strained electricity grids across the country.

Majority of institutional investors say Bitcoin is undervalued: Coinbase
January 26, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Bitcoin has fallen nearly 30% since a major market crash in October, while traditional safe havens like gold and silver have soared.

Coinbase Spotlights Davos Momentum Toward Tokenization and CLARITY Act
January 26, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Tokenization and U.S.

Bitcoin slides near $87,000 as US government shutdown fears weigh on crypto
January 26, 2026 | theblock.co
Bitcoin fell on Sunday evening as a broad risk-off mood weighed on the crypto market amid rising uncertainty in the US.

Why Is The Crypto Market Down Today?
January 26, 2026 | beincrypto.com
The total crypto market cap (TOTAL) and Bitcoin (BTC) ended the weekend on a bearish note, and the impact of the same has extended to Monday.

XRP Price Bearish Continuation Confirmed As Downside Pressure Builds
January 26, 2026 | newsbtc.com
XRP price extended losses and traded below $1.880. The price is now consolidating and might decline further if it remains below $1.920.

Avantis [AVNT] outpaces HYPE & ASTER with 27% surge, but THIS blocks the path
January 26, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
High number of transactions, volume, TVL, and users drive Avantis price over the past 24 hours.

Gold hits record high over $5K, further diverging from Bitcoin
January 26, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Gold reached a record over $5,000 amid trade tensions while Bitcoin fell to $86,000, marking a sharp divergence as the precious metal surged 17% in January.

Why Altcoin Season Is Unlikely in 2026
January 26, 2026 | beincrypto.com
With Bitcoin dominance holding at 59% and over $1 billion in tokens unlocking this week, capital continues to bypass altcoins.

A16z Researcher Explains Why Bitcoin and Ethereum Face Different Quantum Risks Than You’ve Been Told
January 26, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
A new deep-dive from A16z research partner and Georgetown computer science professor Justin Thaler pours cold water on breathless quantum panic, arguing that while quantum…

Ethereum Price Sinks To $2,800, Raising Fresh Downside Fears
January 26, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Ethereum price extended losses and traded below the $2,865 zone. ETH is now consolidating losses and might aim for a recovery if it clears $2,920.

Japan to approve its first crypto ETFs in 2028: report
January 26, 2026 | theblock.co
The FSA plans to add cryptocurrencies to the list of ETF base assets, alongside enhanced investor protections, Nikkei reported.

Decoding Enso’s $11mln liquidation: Is 180% weekly surge sustainable?
January 26, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Enso showed strong weekend momentum, but traders may want to wait for a pullback before buying.

Bitcoin Price Breakdown Risk Grows As Bears Aim For $85K
January 26, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Bitcoin price extended losses and traded below $88,500. BTC is consolidating losses and might attempt a recovery wave if it clears $88,500.

A16z-backed crypto startup Entropy to shut down, refund investors
January 26, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Entropy founder and CEO Tux Pacific says that, after four years and multiple pivots, the project was unable to find a scalable business model.

Why Retail is Leaving $0.35 ADA To Buy Best Banking Crypto Presale Digitap ($TAP)
January 26, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
Cardano holders just got dealt another rough hand.

SEC Filing Shows BTC, ETH, XRP Lead Proposed S&P Crypto ETF
January 26, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
A proposed SEC-filed crypto ETF spotlights top cryptocurrencies bitcoin, ethereum, and XRP, showing how new U.S.

Gold tops $5,000 as bitcoin stalls near $87,000 in widening macro-crypto split: Asia Morning Briefing
January 26, 2026 | coindesk.com
Bitcoin’s onchain data points to supply overhang and weak participation, while gold’s breakout is priced by markets as a durable macro regime shift.

This New Crypto Just Hit 300% and It’s Still Under $1, Investor Prefer This Altcoin for Q1 2026
January 26, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Cycles tend to reward assets that activate utility during the middle of an accumulation window rather than the peak.

Japan signals path to crypto ETF approval by 2028
January 26, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Japan plans to approve crypto ETFs by 2028.

Busy week ahead: FOMC policy call meets earnings from major tech and industrials
January 26, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Markets closed another rough week as 2026 opened with tension everywhere. Stocks slipped again while traders reacted to geopolitics, weather shocks, and policy risk.

Gold surges past $5,000 for first time as silver tops $107 on safe-haven buying
January 26, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Gold breaks above $5,000 for the first time on geopolitical and economic risks, while silver hits records and crypto slips.

Markets Front-Run New Fed Chair: Pro-Crypto Blackrock Executive Gains Dominant Odds
January 26, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Prediction markets are coalescing around Blackrock executive Rick Rieder as the leading contender to succeed Fed Chair Jerome Powell, spotlighting a potential Federal Reserve…

CZ’s Memoir Set for Late February, Promises Full Prison Disclosure
January 26, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Binance founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao announced his long-awaited memoir will hit shelves in late February or early March.

Bitcoin: Why long-term holders aren’t flinching at $1.3B in ETF exits
January 26, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Can Bitcoin’s short-term holders (STH) keep prices stable as traditional investors continue to exit the market?

Japan’s $7 trillion JGB crash pushes yields higher and spooks global markets
January 26, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Japan’s bond market just exploded.

China stock strategies pivot after $68 billion state‑linked exit from equities
January 26, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
For years, traders in China leaned on one quiet assumption. When prices fell hard, the national team would step in and buy. That belief sat under the market like a floor.

Trump America first policy forces allies to rethink global economy
January 26, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Trump’s “America First” policies are causing U.S.

Carney reaffirms Canada won’t strike China free trade pact under USMCA rules
January 26, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Sunday that Canada will not be signing any free trade agreement with China.

The Funding: Is decentralized social ‘dead’ — or is a revival coming?
January 26, 2026 | theblock.co
Decentralized social protocols Farcaster and Lens have changed hands, and the debate over crypto social's future is back.

Crypto shaves $100B as geopolitical turmoil mounts
January 26, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Senate Democrats have threatened to block a funding bill if it includes money for the Department of Homeland Security, making traders fearful of another possible US government…

Report: Arctic Storm Front Disrupts US Bitcoin Mining, Block Times Stretch Past 12 Minutes
January 26, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
On Sunday morning around 10 a.m., theminermag.com—a platform tracking bitcoin mining news, data, research, and analysis—reported that Foundry USA has seen roughly 60% of its…

Altcoins Don’t Move Slowly: 6-Week Window Can Rewrite Years Of Price Action
January 26, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Crypto traders often assume that meaningful gains need long timelines to take place, and they often give up during the wait and silence.

Gold Hits $5,000 for First Time — Three Risks Behind the Panic
January 25, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Gold broke through $5,000 per ounce for the first time in history. Prices have climbed more than $650 in January alone.

Apple lines up massive 2026 Mac refresh
January 25, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Apple plans a sweeping refresh of its Mac lineup this year.

a16z-backed Entropy shuts down, promises investors refunds
January 25, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Entropy, the cryptocurrency custody startup that raised $25 million from Andreessen Horowitz and other prominent venture capital firms, is shutting down operations after four…

Peter Brandt Sounds Alarm on Bitcoin Sell Signal as Bear Channel Completes
January 25, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Bitcoin faces renewed technical pressure as a veteran trader flags a completed bear channel, warning that downside risk remains dominant unless a critical price level is…

Nietzschean Penguin jumps 179% after White House post – What now?
January 25, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
PENGUINs surged to a new high all time high driven by speculative…

Can RAIN Token Hit Another All-Time High This Week?
January 25, 2026 | beincrypto.com
RAIN price has rallied nearly 40% over the past 30 days, keeping its breakout structure intact.

Top 3 Cheap Cryptocurrencies Set to Skyrocket by 2027
January 25, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
As new market cycles form, many traders are actively searching for cheap cryptocurrencies that could appreciate over the next two years.

Digitap ($TAP) the Best Crypto to Buy Under Trump’s New Crypto Bill
January 25, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
President Donald Trump appeared at the World Economic Forum in Davos.

Individual behind $40 million government wallet theft is son of seized-crypto contractor executive: ZachXBT
January 25, 2026 | theblock.co
A cybercriminal known as "Lick" may be the son of the president of a firm contracted by the government to dispose of stolen crypto assets.

Global investors pour billions into North and Southeast Asia stocks in January
January 25, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Money is leaving unstable regions and flooding into North and Southeast Asia, where investors are looking for stronger returns and fewer surprises.

Prediction Markets Turn Guarded as Bitcoin Trades Below $87K
January 25, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
While BTC plunged below $87,000 on Sunday, prediction markets are flashing mixed but revealing signals for bitcoin as late January betting frames a tug-of-war between short-term…

$40 Million Crypto Heist Allegedly Linked to US Government Contractor’s Son
January 25, 2026 | beincrypto.com
A major crypto scandal has emerged in the US, implicating John Daghita, known online as “Lick,” in the alleged theft of over $40 million from government seizure…

U.S.-Canada trade ties face strain but remain massive
January 25, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Canada is refusing to change course on trade, even as pressure ramps up from Washington.

PIPPIN down 13%: Smart money selling, long squeeze, and…
January 25, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Decoding why PIPPIN price crashed 36% this month from the initial pump.

Is blockchain facing a quantum threat right now?
January 25, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Venture capital firm a16z crypto research partner and associate professor in the Department of Computer Science at Georgetown University, Justin Thaler, has urged the…

Here’s what happened in crypto today
January 25, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Need to know what happened in crypto today?

South Korea’s charities call for simpler crypto donation systems
January 25, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Charities in South Korea say crypto provides a simple way for donations.

Vanguard joins UK push as it cuts fees and shifts toward global stocks
January 25, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Vanguard has finally crossed the $1 trillion mark in client assets outside the United States.

Next Crypto to Hit $1? Experts See This New Crypto Outperforming Cardano (ADA)
January 25, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
As new cycles form, traders often shift between mature assets and early-stage utility tokens. Mature assets offer stability but slower repricing.

Foundry USA hashrate drops ~60% amid US winter storm curtailments
January 25, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Winter storm Fern has triggered widespread power outages across the US, prompting Bitcoin miners to curtail operations to ease grid strain.

Fed Signals Rare Japanese Yen Intervention: What Does it Mean for Bitcoin?
January 25, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Global markets are on high alert as Japan’s yen stages its largest move in six months.

Bessent: Carney flipped on trade policy by easing tariffs on Chinese EVs
January 25, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Scott Bessent isn’t buying what Mark Carney is selling.

Onchain Analyst Claims $90M in Crypto Was Drained From US Seizure Wallets
January 25, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Earlier this week, blockchain investigator ZachXBT published an explosive thread on X alleging that a shadowy figure known online as “John” or “Lick” sat at the center of a web…

Can Polygon recover as on-chain demand fades? POL’s setup explained!
January 25, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Profit-taking hit POL after its rally, with on-chain signals pointing to weakening short-term demand.

Ethereum (ETH) Price Prediction: Ethereum Technicals Turn Bullish as $6K Target Emerges for 2026
January 25, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
After months of range-bound trading and repeated downside tests, Ethereum is beginning to show early signs that its broader market structure may be stabilizing rather than…

How a 'perpetual’ stock trick could solve Michael Saylor’s $8 billion debt problem
January 25, 2026 | coindesk.com
The bitcoin treasury firm is using perpetual preferreds to retire convertibles, offering a potential framework for managing long-dated leverage.

Salesforce, Adobe, and ServiceNow have lost over 30% of their value since 2025
January 25, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Major technology firms that once dominated investor portfolios are watching their market value crumble as the rise of artificial intelligence tools threatens to reshape how…

How BlackRock just lost control of the $10B tokenized Treasury market to Circle for one simple, mechanical reason
January 25, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
Tokenized US Treasuries crossed $10 billion in total value this week, a milestone that confirms the category has moved from proof-of-concept to operational infrastructure.

Avalanche (AVAX) Price Prediction: AVAX Faces a Make-or-Break Moment at $12 as Downtrend Pressure Persists
January 25, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
AVAX is once again testing a pivotal support zone near $12, with participants watching closely to see whether this base holds or gives way to the next decisive move.

AI 'Swarms' Could Escalate Online Misinformation and Manipulation, Researchers Warn
January 25, 2026 | decrypt.co
A new academic paper examines how autonomous AI agents could make influence campaigns harder to detect and more effective at scale.

Colombia Pension Giant Takes First Step Into Bitcoin – Details
January 25, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
AFP Protección, Colombia’s second-largest private pension manager, is preparing a new product that will give some savers a way to gain exposure to Bitcoin.

Dogecoin (DOGE) Price Prediction: Dogecoin Holds $0.123 as Traders Watch $0.117 Support for Reversal Setup
January 25, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
Dogecoin is once again at a technical crossroads, where tightening price action, concentrated leverage, and broader market hesitation are shaping expectations for its next…

Ethereum: Whales accumulate as ETH drops 16% – Breakout ONLY IF…
January 25, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
A drop below $3,000 put Ethereum’s bullish structure under renewed pressure.

XRP Enters Phase 4 In Long-Term Chart Structure: Road To $21.5 Now Open
January 25, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Technical analysis of XRP’s price action on the 3-week candlestick timeframe chart shows that the cryptocurrency is about to play out a road to the double-digit threshold…

Monero Plummets 40% From All-Time High as India Targets Privacy Coins
January 25, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Monero has suffered a sharp reversal, plunging nearly 20% in a week and 41% from its Jan. 14 all-time high of $797.

Poland's finance minister says 3.5% growth proves the country doesn't need the euro
January 25, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Poland’s top finance official says the country’s better economic performance compared to euro nations supports keeping its own currency, according to an interview…

‘Opportunists’ pushing protocol changes are BTC's biggest threat: Saylor
January 25, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Major changes to the Bitcoin protocol should be well-thought-out and rare, Strategy co-founder Michael Saylor previously said.

Senator Ted Cruz Slams Trump Tariffs in Secret Tapes as Canada Faces 100% Threat
January 25, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Alleged secret recordings reportedly cite nearly 10 minutes of conversation that provide one of the clearest windows yet into Senator Ted Cruz’s behind-the-scenes…

Experts Outline a 650% Path for This New Crypto Under $0.75, Here’s Why
January 25, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Price discovery in crypto often begins long before Mainnet usage or listings.

Investors quietly bet against China amid Trump’s Greenland threats
January 25, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Stock market traders put money into protective bets against Chinese company shares last week, even as President Donald Trump’s warnings about tariffs on Greenland grabbed…

John Lick Daghita’s flamboyant lifestyle outed him
January 25, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
John “Lick” Daghita’s sloppy story has taken an even more serious turn as ZachXBT reveals that his father allegedly owns CMDSS, a company that is currently doing work for a…