XRP Burn Rate: Here’s How Many Coins Are Gone Forever
January 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
XRP’s huge circulating supply is always a point of discussion among many market participants.

Kalshi odds of Elon Musk winning his case against OpenAI surge after private notes reveal for-profit intent
January 17, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The case highlights potential conflicts between nonprofit missions and financial ambitions, impacting trust in tech organizations' integrity.

A New Bitcoin Market Regime: Spot Absorption Offsets Futures Noise
January 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Bitcoin is facing a critical test as bulls try to push price above a key resistance zone, hoping to confirm that the recent rebound has real traction.

White House threatens to withdraw support for crypto bill after Coinbase move, calling it a rug pull on the industry
January 17, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The withdrawal of White House support could destabilize crypto market regulations, impacting industry trust and future legislative efforts.

Crypto bank Anchorage Digital eyes $400M raise with IPO in sight: Report
January 17, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Being the first federally chartered bank, Anchorage is looking to become a leading stablecoin issuer in 2026, with plans to double the size of its stablecoin team this year.

PEPE Price Could Soar 3,000% If The Bottom Is In; Analyst Explains
January 17, 2026 | newsbtc.com
As meme coins posted sharp rebounds earlier this year, PEPE also rallied, delivering notable gains.

Bitcoin demand outpaces issuance by 6x – Is this a scarcity-driven expansion?
January 17, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Bitcoin's market structure is in a tricky position right now.

Ripple Strengthens Market Infrastructure With $150M Investment In LMAX – What This Means For XRP
January 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
The year 2026 is turning out to be a promising and exciting one, especially for Ripple, as the leading payment firm continues to carry out strategic moves to bolster operations…

Stablecoins Could Drain Trillions From Bank Deposits: Bank of America Flags $6T Risk That Could Redefine Lending
January 17, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Stablecoin growth could siphon trillions from U.S.

Anchorage Digital looks to raise up to $400M ahead of potential 2027 IPO
January 17, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Anchorage Digital's fundraising and potential IPO could significantly impact the competitive landscape of crypto financial services.

Google bets on fiber as AI demand soars
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Google is teaming up with Radiate to expand its fiber-optic internet service.

Binance Founder Shares Thoughts On Bitcoin Price Reaching $200,000
January 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) believes that the Bitcoin price could still reach $200,000.

2025 Crypto Boom Backed By $50 Billion In Treasury Firm Purchases
January 17, 2026 | newsbtc.com
According to CoinGecko’s annual report, crypto treasury companies were among the year’s biggest buyers even as prices fell.

Memecore price prediction – Traders can watch out for these key breakout levels!
January 17, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Swing traders can be cautiously bullish on M, but keep an eye on the $1.44-$1.50 demand zone.

New Crypto at $0.04 Named Top Altcoin Alternative to Volatile Cardano (ADA), Should You Buy Today?
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
While Cardano (ADA) remains volatile, investors are seeking new investment opportunities that not only offer practical DeFi use cases but are also in the early stages of…

Anchorage Digital eyes $200M-$400M fundraising ahead of potential IPO
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Anchorage Digital plans to raise $200–$400 million ahead of a potential IPO next year.

ICP price prediction 2026-2032: Is ICP a good investment?
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Key takeaways: Internet Computer (ICP) is a groundbreaking blockchain network developed by the DFINITY Foundation.

The October Flush Is Over: Grayscale Says Deleveraging No Longer Pressuring Crypto Valuations
January 17, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Crypto prices are shedding October’s leverage overhang, with Grayscale seeing derivatives stability, easing supply pressure, and strengthening fundamentals that leave the market…

Zuckerberg's Threads starts 2026 ahead of Musk's X in user count
January 17, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Meta’s text-based social media platform Threads has outpaced its main competitor, X, which was previously known as Twitter.

DOJ didn't sell Bitcoin forfeited from Samourai case: White House advisor
January 17, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Selling the Bitcoin would have violated President Donald Trump’s Executive Order 14233, which mandates that any Bitcoin obtained through criminal or civil forfeiture “shall not…

Ethereum Exchange Outflows Signal Supply Is Stepping Back
January 17, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Ethereum is struggling to push above critical supply levels after a brief surge above $3,300, as the market attempts to stabilize following weeks of sustained selling pressure.

Ethereum Caught Between Weak Flows And Strong Fundamentals — What This Means
January 17, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Ethereum finds itself in an unusual position where the fundamentals are strengthening, but capital flows remain hesitant.

Trump Shifts on Fed Pick as Hassett Odds Fade: Who Will Replace Powell?
January 16, 2026 | beincrypto.com
President Donald Trump publicly signaled hesitation about moving Kevin Hassett to the Federal Reserve, casting doubt on Hassett’s chances to succeed Jerome Powell as Fed…

XRP Reclaims Its Footing as Ripple Expands Real-World Use Cases, Setting Stage for Next Move
January 16, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
XRP steadied after defending key support, signaling easing selling pressure as the token consolidates from recent highs, with technical momentum stabilizing and Ripple ecosystem…

The Ethereum MACD Crossover That Could Lead To A Massive Bull Wave
January 16, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Ethereum is showing bullish technical strength, with momentum indicators beginning to tilt back in favor of buyers.

AAVE slips to $173 – Is $1.9M whale buy the start of a rebound?
January 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
AAVE battles bulls and bears; momentum targets $194 if demand holds, support rests near $168.

Bitcoin Smart Money Buys, While Retail Dumps: Why The Latest Rally Looks Well-Founded
January 16, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
A few days ago, the price of Bitcoin experienced a bounce after weeks of trading below the $91,000 mark.

Anchorage Digital could raise up to $400 million as IPO rumors swirl: Bloomberg
January 16, 2026 | theblock.co
Market onlookers have long speculated that Anchorage, the first federally chartered digital asset bank, was considering going public.

Vitalik Buterin declares 2026 the year Ethereum reverses ‘backsliding’ of self-sovereignty and trustlessness
January 16, 2026 | theblock.co
Buterin said major improvements are underway to make it easier to run a full node, use dapps, and take control over personal data.

Trump White House confirms forfeited Samourai Wallet BTC were never sold
January 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
The Executive Director of the President’s Council of Advisors for Digital Assets has confirmed on X that no government BTC was sold, despite recent reports.

Poisoning scam attackers strike again as victim loses $500K
January 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
A crypto user lost over $500,000 in USDT after falling victim to an address poisoning attack on the Ethereum blockchain.

Best Passive Income Play for January 2026: $177 Aave Lending vs Digitap ($TAP) 124% Staking
January 16, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
Aave’s price action has settled into a familiar pattern.

The state of digital asset treasury companies with The Ether Machine and OranjeBTC
January 16, 2026 | theblock.co
Oranje and The Ether Machine execs discuss DAT business models, premium dynamics, and why only well-managed treasury companies will survive.

Here’s what happened in crypto today
January 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Need to know what happened in crypto today?

DeFi leaders voice concerns amid market structure bill‘s uncertain future
January 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Many in the industry expect it could be weeks before lawmakers on the Senate Banking Committee return to consider a markup for the CLARITY Act.

Ripple CEO Comments On Latest CPI Data – Here’s What He Said
January 16, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has commented on the latest CPI data, which shows that inflation has remained steady in the U.S.

Monero Triggers Retail Alert That Preceded ZEC And DASH Drops As Privacy Coin Hype Returns
January 16, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Monero (XMR), one of crypto’s most established privacy-focused assets, has exploded higher to start 2026, delivering one of the strongest moves in the market over the past few…

Next Crypto to Explode: This Rising Token Is Being Compared to Solana (SOL) at $5
January 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
As the market looks for the next crypto to explode, investors have started to draw comparisons between Mutuum Finance (MUTM) and Solana (SOL).

U.S. government confirms it did not sell Bitcoin seized from Samourai Wallet
January 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
The U.S.

Bull, base or bear? Three possible paths for crypto in 2026
January 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
In a recent interview, Aaron Arnold of Altcoin Daily broke down his crypto market outlook for 2026, drawing parallels with past market cycles and outlining bull, base and bear…

Belarus Moves to Legalize Crypto Banks, Kickstarts Hybrid Financial System
January 16, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Belarus’ President Alexander Lukashenko signed a decree on Friday, legalizing the existence of crypto banks.

Michael Saylor pushes back on criticism of Bitcoin treasury companies
January 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Speaking on the What Bitcoin Did podcast, Strategy chairman Michael Saylor pushed back against criticism of companies issuing equity or debt to buy Bitcoin.

Forfeited Bitcoin Linked To Samourai Case Not Sold, Confirms White House Crypto Advisor
January 16, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Recent allegations regarding the Bitcoin (BTC) sale by the US Marshal Service (USMS) — operating under the Department of Justice (DOJ) — have been addressed by White House crypto…

CLARITY Act Becomes Battle Over Who Controls Onchain Dollar Yield as Banks and Crypto Clash
January 16, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
The Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act has transformed into a high-stakes fight over who gets to control yield on US dollar stablecoins.

Etherealize co-founders: ETH will hit $15,000 by 2027
January 16, 2026 | coindesk.com
Etherealize co-founders Vivek Raman and Danny Ryan believe Ethereum is exiting a regulatory "purgatory" to become the premiere destination for Wall Street.

Crypto mining firm Canaan gets Nasdaq notice after shares stay below $1 for 30 days
January 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Canaan receives a Nasdaq notice after its ADS price fell below $1, triggering a 180 day compliance period to regain listing requirements.

Senate Judiciary Committee leaders push back against crypto legislation to protect noncustodial software devs
January 16, 2026 | theblock.co
Crypto legislation is hitting another snag this week — this time from the top Republican and top Democrat of the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Bitcoin spot traders lose ground as BTC bears defend $98K
January 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Bitcoin’s rejection near $98,000 took place as spot traders ran out of energy and short-term investors harvested profits.

Bitcoin’s hashrate continues to fall as the price spike doesn’t convince miners to turn machines back on
January 16, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
Bitcoin miners entered early 2026 in a familiar but increasingly unforgiving setup: network hashrate is slipping from late-2025 highs, difficulty is adjusting on a delay, and…

DTCC 'Not Building Walled Gardens' for Tokenization, Says Digital Assets Head
January 16, 2026 | decrypt.co
The financial giant says it's open to…

Google Blocks Binance and OKX from South Korea’s Play Store Starting January 28
January 16, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
Starting January 28, 2026, Android users in South Korea will no longer be able to download or update apps from major cryptocurrency exchanges including Binance, OKX, and Bybit.

SUI Reclaims Smart Money Zone, While Weekly Structure Signals Big Move Ahead
January 16, 2026 | newsbtc.com
SUI is showing early signs of a meaningful shift in momentum after reclaiming a key smart money accumulation zone on the weekly chart.

Nexo Hit With $500K California Fine Over ‘Unlawful’ Loan Practices
January 16, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Nexo, a crypto lending platform, agreed to pay a $500,000 penalty after California regulators said it made thousands of loans without the proper state license.

Chiliz defies pullback: Mapping CHZ’s road to $0.1 and beyond
January 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
The $0.064-$0.072 supply zone from February 2025 was the immediate price target for the bulls.

Crypto’s bank-like turn puts JPMorgan on edge
January 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Banks and crypto firms are converging fast, as yield-bearing stablecoins, ETF filings and tokenized markets test the boundaries of financial regulation.

Crypto developer protections don't belong in market structure bill, senators say
January 16, 2026 | coindesk.com
Legislative language which would grant some legal protections to crypto software developers, falls under the Senate Judiciary Committee, its leaders said.

Gambling stocks crash as Polymarket and Kalshi continues to gain traction
January 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Gambling stocks fell on Friday, as Draft Kings and Flutter saw an outflow of sportsbooks revenues and faced more pressure from the emerging platforms Polymarket and Kalshi.

A Third of French Crypto Firms Still Unlicensed Under MiCA as Deadline Nears
January 16, 2026 | beincrypto.com
French regulators announced this week that roughly 30% of crypto companies have not yet applied for a MiCA license.

Hedera Price Prediction: HBAR Trades at risk of further loss as crucial support is still not recaptured
January 16, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
Hedera (HBAR) is trading under long-term pressure with price activity still struggling to break out of a key resistance area.

Bitcoin mining stocks rally as Riot inks AMD deal and Galaxy targets massive expansion in Texas
January 16, 2026 | theblock.co
Riot signed a decade-long deal with semiconductor giant AMB that could yield $1 billion in revenue if extended.

Goldman Sachs CEO says CLARITY Act ‘has a long way to go‘
January 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
It's unclear when US lawmakers will return to address a market structure bill, but CEO David Solomon said Goldman Sachs was monitoring its progress for tokenization and…

Riot Platforms’ stock jump overs 13% after announcing a $311 million, 10-year data center lease agreement with AMD
January 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Riot Platforms shares rose by over 13% after it announced that it has secured a $311 million data center lease with Advanced Micro Devices (AMD).

Bitcoin ETFs rebound to end week with $1.8bn inflows as BTC steadies near $95,000
January 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Bitcoin spot ETFs closed the week with $1.8 billion in net inflows, reversing last week’s outflows, as shift suggests institutional investors re-engaging.

Utah Man Gets 3 Years in Prison for $3 Million Crypto Fraud and Unlicensed Money Business
January 16, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
A Utah man will spend three years in federal prison for running multiple cryptocurrency schemes that defrauded investors of nearly $3 million and illegally converted more than $5…

Silver gains over $3.9 trillion in market cap in 12 months, eclipsing stocks, crypto, and gold
January 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Silver adds over $3.9 trillion in market cap over the past year, outperforming stocks, crypto and gold as prices trade near recent highs.

Galaxy’s Michael Novogratz says the crypto bill doesn’t need to be perfect to move forward
January 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Michael Novogratz, CEO of Galaxy, has revealed that the crypto bill to regulate the crypto industry could be finalized within the next few weeks.

Bulls Exhausted? Bitcoin Momentum Fades as ETF Buying Frenzy Slows
January 16, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Bitcoin’s early-week rally stalled as the asset retreated from a near-miss of $98,000 to stabilize around $95,000.

Canaan Inc. enters a 180-day grace period to regain compliance with Nasdaq listing requirements
January 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Canaan Inc., a major player in the Bitcoin mining hardware space, has received a Nasdaq notification regarding non-compliance with the exchange’s minimum bid price…

‘Bear market rally’: CryptoQuant breaks down bitcoin’s recent price rebound
January 16, 2026 | theblock.co
CryptoQuant said bitcoin’s recent rebound looks like a “bear market rally,” with demand conditions less negative but weak.

Robinhood Offers Prediction Market 'Custom Combos'—But Don't Call Them Parlays
January 16, 2026 | decrypt.co
Sports contracts recently accounted for 91% of trading volume on Kalshi.

Capital One Prepares To Hand $425,000,000 To Customers After Receiving Court Approval on Massive Settlement
January 16, 2026 | dailyhodl.com
US financial giant Capital One just received a court approval for a settlement that will deliver a massive payout to current and former customers.

Ethereum (ETH) Price Prediction: Is Ethereum Near an EMA Breakout Above $3,400 After Holding $3,000 Support?
January 16, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
Ethereum (ETH) demonstrates renewed technical strength as historical patterns and ongoing accumulation trends suggest a potential breakout scenario, drawing attention from…

Bitcoin Price Will Still Rally Above $99,000 Despite Bearish Sentiment, Here’s Why
January 16, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Crypto analyst TARA has predicted that the Bitcoin price will still rally despite bearish signals that have surfaced.

Mapping DASH’s 15% rally – $100 comes next only if THIS holds
January 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Dash’s breakout gains strength as adoption and momentum align decisively.

Ethereum (ETH) Rebounds Towards $3,500 While This $0.04 DeFi Crypto Goes Viral 
January 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Ethereum (ETH) has again changed gear to a positive trend as it is on the verge of reaching the level of $3,500.

Bitcoin forfeited as part of Samourai case was not sold and will stay in the strategic reserve, says top White House crypto advisor
January 16, 2026 | theblock.co
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Two major U.S. real estate firms looks to make cryptocurrencies a big part of their businesses
January 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Two major U.S.

Crypto futures legitimized by CME with Cardano, Chainlink, and Stellar addition, but retail traders face a massive catch
January 16, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
The era of the crypto industry being seen as a two-asset town is officially over at the world’s largest derivatives marketplace. On Jan.

US lender Newrez to accept crypto holdings in mortgage approval
January 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
The new policy will allow borrowers to use Bitcoin, Ether, crypto ETFs and US dollar-backed stablecoins for asset verification and income estimates without liquidation.

DOJ confirms seized Bitcoin from Samourai Wallet case has not been sold
January 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The DOJ confirms Samourai Bitcoin will not be sold and will remain in the US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve alongside roughly 328,000 BTC held by the government.

XMR rallies in response to a hacker laundering $282M from a wallet attack
January 16, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
XMR fell 20% from its peak, after on-chain researcher ZachXBT linked the recent pump to a single wallet exploit.

Bitcoin Seized From Samourai Wallet Has Not Been Sold, White House Says
January 16, 2026 | decrypt.co
Advocates for the incarcerated Samourai Wallet developers have argued that the DOJ liquidated the Bitcoin funds against the president’s wishes.

Ethereum Foundation Maps Path To zkEVM Proofs On Mainnet L1
January 16, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
The Ethereum Foundation has published a step-by-step plan to let Ethereum’s main chain validate blocks using zkEVM proofs, reducing the need for validators to re-run every…

Bitcoin ETF inflows cross $1.8B: Will BTC respond with a rally to $100K?
January 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Bitcoin ETF inflows have rebounded, but the total assets under management remains 24% below the all-time high, indicating the recovery has just started.

State Street, a $36 billion bank, is aiming to change legacy finance using blockchain tech
January 16, 2026 | coindesk.com
CEO Ronald O’Hanley says the transformation isn’t about bitcoin, but about reengineering traditional assets for faster, modern rails.

Monero hit an all-time high earlier this week, and crypto sleuth ZachXBT thinks he knows why
January 16, 2026 | theblock.co
ZachXBT said that funds stolen during a social engineering hack were swapped to Monero, helping to push the asset to new highs.

China Continues to Shed US Treasuries, Reaches Lowest Exposure Levels Since 2008
January 16, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Data released by the U.S. Treasury confirms that China’s holdings of U.S. debt fell by $6.1 billion, reaching its lowest exposure levels since 2008.

The Daily: Jefferies strategist drops 10% bitcoin allocation over quantum fears, Google Play bans overseas crypto exchanges in South Korea, and more
January 16, 2026 | theblock.co
The following article is adapted from The Block’s newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons.

Why Wall Street says ‘no bill is better than a bad U.S. crypto bill’
January 16, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
The crypto market structure bill has been postponed following growing criticism from industry stakeholders and policymakers.

Bitcoin (BTC) Price Prediction: Do $1.68B ETF Inflows Signal a Bitcoin Super Cycle Toward $100K?
January 16, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
Bitcoin (BTC) is back in focus this week as institutional ETF inflows totaling $1.68 billion have driven prices upward, sparking discussions of a potential super cycle toward…

Bitcoin rallies, ETF flows rebound as US crypto policy stalls: Finance Redefined
January 16, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Bitcoin breached the $95,000 mark this week amid a wider market recovery, as investors digested regulatory delays to the much-awaited CLARITY Act in the US.

Hacker steals $282 million crypto from a victim in social-engineering attack
January 16, 2026 | coindesk.com
A sophisticated social-engineering attack led to the theft of more than $282 million in BTC and LTC, with the funds rapidly laundered through monero.

DOJ Charges Venezuelan National in $1 Billion Crypto Laundering Scheme
January 16, 2026 | beincrypto.com
The Department of Justice charged a Venezuelan national this week for allegedly using crypto exchanges in a $1 billion money laundering scheme.

Tennessee Plans Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Allocating Up To 10% Of State Funds
January 16, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Despite facing a significant setback with the delay of the crucial vote on the crypto market structure bill, cryptocurrency adoption continues to gain momentum across the United…

Tom Lee's BitMine pushes Ethereum into $8 billion staking backlog
January 16, 2026 | coindesk.com
New validators now need to wait more than 44 days to start earning staking rewards, the biggest backlog since late July 2023.

Crypto lender Nexo inks inaugural sponsorship deal for Audi’s new F1 team
January 16, 2026 | theblock.co
The Audi Revolut F1 Team announced Friday that crypto wealth platform Nexo will be its official digital asset partner.

Galaxy CEO predicts imminent crypto bill passage with compromise on stablecoins
January 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The anticipated crypto bill could foster industry growth by providing regulatory clarity, despite potential compromises on stablecoin provisions.

OpenAI rolls out ChatGPT Go globally at $8 per month, plans ad testing on Go and free tiers
January 16, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Go worldwide at $8 per month and plans to start testing ads on ChatGPT Go and free tiers in the US.

SOL Price Faces Key Support Amid Solana’s Rapid Network Expansion
January 16, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Solana is testing investor confidence as the SOL price slips back toward key support levels, even as the network continues to expand across multiple fronts.

Senate Democrats serious about crypto bill reboot, they said in call with industry
January 16, 2026 | coindesk.com
The Democratic contingent in negotiations over U.S.