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Blockspace Acquires Bitcoin Layers to Expand Bitcoin L2 Data Intelligence
Blockspace Media has acquired Bitcoin Layers, an independent data platform tracking metrics across Bitcoin’s layer-2 and scaling ecosystem.
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Crypto ETFs delivered a broadly constructive week as strong mid-week inflows outweighed late selling pressure. Bitcoin and ether ETFs led the charge, while XRP and solana quietly extended their positive momentum. ETF Flows Turn Constructive as Bitcoin, Ether Extend January Momentum Exchange-traded fund (ETF) flows told a familiar January story this week: sharp rotations, heavy
This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Rezor today announced the official exchange launch of RezorEx, its fully functional centralized exchange built to support fast, reliable, and accessible crypto trading for a global user base. Within the first two weeks of launch, RezorEx recorded more than 6,000 registered users, signaling strong early adoption
Jordi Visser, head of AI Macro Nexus Research for asset management firm 22V, says that bitcoin will be the top-performing investment in 2026. Proliferation of Stablecoins and AI to Put Bitcoin at the Center of New Digital Economy, Says Visser In his latest newsletter, Visser explores what he calls “the machine economy” – a new
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Bitcoin Price Crashes Nearly $4,000 in Two Hour Market Sell-Off
The bitcoin price slid nearly $4,000 in a rapid sell-off as gold surged to a new all-time high.
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With bitcoin priced at $95,101 on Sunday, its market cap holding strong at $1.89 trillion, and a 24-hour trading volume humming at $19.02 billion, traders are watching a tight intraday range between $94,869 and $95,543 like hawks. The mood? Restless. The charts are calling out indecision with the subtlety of a marching band. Bitcoin Chart
Bitcoin Nears $100K, Ordinals Boom, RLUSD at LMAX, Institutional Crypto Shift, and more in this Week in Review. Week in Review Bitcoin pushed above $97,000 on Jan. 14 as a Supreme Court tariff delay and Fed–Trump tensions helped spark a rally, Bitcoin ordinals surpassed 100 million inscriptions even as inscription hype cools, Ripple locked RLUSD
Welcome to Latam Insights, a compilation of the most relevant crypto news from Latin America over the past week. In this week’s edition, discover how Venezuela might be linked to Trump’s viral “Gasolina” dance, Brazil’s crypto industry vows to battle stablecoin taxation, and Lemon launches the first bitcoin-backed card in Argentina. White House’s Oil Gambit
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Steak ’n Shake Adds $10 Million in Bitcoin to Corporate Treasury
Steak ’n Shake says they added $10 million worth of bitcoin to their corporate treasury.
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Bitmine Immersion Technologies has announced a $200 million equity investment in MrBeast-backed Beast Industries. The deal signals growing crossover between crypto-focused firms and mainstream digital entertainment platforms. Ethereum Treasury Firm Bitmine Invests in Beast Industries Bitmine Immersion Technologies, an Ethereum-focused treasury and digital asset strategy firm, has announced a $200 million equity investment in Beast
In 2025, Web3 fraud surged to $15.87 billion, far surpassing the $2.5 billion plus lost to traditional hacks. Unlike isolated breaches, losses were spread across millions of transactions, reflecting the rise of “industrialized” crime networks that use address clusters and cross‑platform flows. Sophisticated Networks and ‘Authorized’ Fraud In 2025, the Web3 security landscape shifted dramatically.
Macro guru Luke Gromen says a potential COVID March 2020-style market capitulation could rock bitcoin and financial markets in the near future before any sort of liquidity-driven rally arrives. Sudden AI Deflation Could Cause COVID-Style Market Crash, Investor Luke Gromen Argues Speaking in an update to investors on his YouTube channel, Luke Gromen, founder of
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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Accuses Banks of Undermining Trump’s Crypto Agenda
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong warned that major banks are lobbying to weaken President Trump’s crypto agenda by pushing Senate legislation that would ban stablecoin rewards.
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Jefferies’ Analyst Dumps Bitcoin Over Quantum Computing Fears, Buys Gold
Jefferies strategist Christopher Wood has dropped Bitcoin from his Greed & Fear portfolio, citing quantum computing as a potential existential threat to its cryptography.
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U.S. Government Denies Sale of Forfeited Samourai Wallet Bitcoin, Says BTC Will Remain in Strategic Bitcoin Reserve
A U.S. official denied reports that the bitcoin forfeited by Samourai Wallet developers was sold and said it will remain on the government’s balance sheet in compliance with President Trump’s executive order.
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Bitcoin Adoption Surges in Iran Amid Protests and Rial Collapse
Iran’s crypto economy surged past $7.78 billion in 2025, with Bitcoin emerging as both a financial lifeline for citizens and a strategic tool for the IRGC amid political turmoil and conflict.
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West Virginia Lawmakers Propose Bitcoin Investments With State Funds
West Virginia lawmakers introduced a bill that would allow the state treasurer to invest up to 10% of public funds in bitcoin, gold and precious metals.
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After A Snake-Like 2025, Is The Bitcoin Price Ready to Break Out In 2026?
The bitcoin price twisted and turned through a tough 2025 — but historical cycles, investor sentiment, and market signals suggest a stronger 2026 may be ahead.
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According to Artemis’ stablecoin report, crypto cards have grown from being a niche product in the cryptocurrency payments market to becoming a bridge between crypto natives and global commerce. The report states that now, crypto card payments rival P2P stablecoin payments in volumes settled. Artemis: Crypto Cards Now Widely Used, Rival Stablecoin P2P Transaction Numbers
Korea University’s Blockchain Research Institute has partnered with Injective, joining its global ecosystem as a validator to strengthen ties between academia and the blockchain industry. Validator Participation and Network Security Korea University’s Blockchain Research Institute has partnered with layer 1 blockchain, Injective, formally joining the global Injective ecosystem in a move that strengthens ties between
Disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. If you click a link and make a purchase or sign up for a service, Bitcoin.com may receive a commission. Our editorial content is independent and based on objective analysis. As 2026 begins, the top crypto exchanges are setting a strong tone for the year ahead, continuing to raise
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Saturn raises $800k from YZi Labs and Sora Ventures to build USDat, a 11%+ yield-bearing stablecoin protocol backed by Strategy’s Digital Credit
Saturn raised $800K from YZi Labs (EASY Residency Season 2), Sora Ventures, and prominent crypto angels to deliver 11%+ yield backed by Bitcoin. Saturn is a stablecoin protocol built on Strategy’s STRC, unlocking global access to digital credit.
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Bitcoin Price Climbs Above $97,000 on $1.7B ETF Inflow Surge
The bitcoin price climbed above $97,000 to its highest level in more than two months as billions in inflows poured into U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs.
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Crypto ETFs extended their hot streak for a third consecutive session as bitcoin absorbed another wave of institutional demand. Strong inflows across ether, XRP, and solana reinforced a clear risk-on tone across digital asset funds. Broad Crypto Inflows Continue With Bitcoin ETFs in the Lead Confidence continued to build across crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as
Crossmint obtains MiCA authorization from Spain’s CNMV to provide wallets, exchanges and cross‑border services across the EU. Crossmint announced it has received authorization from the Comisión Nacional del Mercado de Valores (CNMV) on 14 January, making it a regulated Crypto‑Asset Service Provider (CASP) authorized to passport services across the 27 EU member states; the authorization
BVNK will provide stablecoin infrastructure for Visa Direct pilot programs, enabling stablecoin pre‑funding and payouts. BVNK and Visa announce a strategic partnership on 14 January in San Francisco under which BVNK will power stablecoin payments for Visa Direct, Visa’s $1.7 trillion money‑movement network, supporting stablecoin pre‑funding and payouts to recipients’ wallets in select approved markets.
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Coinbase Says ‘No’ to CLARITY Act, Citing Crypto Restrictions
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said the exchange cannot support the Senate Banking Committee’s latest draft of the CLARITY Act, warning that the bill, as written, would leave the U.S. crypto industry worse off than the current regulatory status quo. In a post on X, Armstrong cited several concerns, including what he described as a de
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Rhode Island Reintroduces Bitcoin Tax Exemption Bill for Second Straight Year
Rhode Island lawmakers have reintroduced a temporary Bitcoin tax exemption bill that would eliminate state income and capital gains taxes on small Bitcoin transactions — up to $20,000 annually.
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Crypto ETFs delivered a second straight day of synchronized gains as bitcoin posted its strongest inflow of 2026 so far. Ether, XRP, and solana funds followed suit, underscoring a sharp rebound in investor confidence. Crypto ETFs Extend Green Streak as Bitcoin Leads Rally Momentum accelerated across crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as fresh capital poured back
This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Victoria, Seychelles, January 14, 2026—Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has released a new global video featuring World Cup winner Julián Álvarez, using football culture to explain a simple idea: if you want to trade the world, you should not have to shop around. The
Animoca Brands acquires Somo to integrate its collectibles and gaming ecosystem into Animoca’s global Web3 network. Animoca Brands announces completion of its acquisition of Somo on 14 January 2026, integrating Somo’s digital collectibles and gaming titles — including Somo Codex, Somo Duel, and Somo Battleground — into Animoca’s Web3 ecosystem. The deal is intended to
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Bitcoin Price Rockets 5.5% Past $96,000, Strategy ($MSTR) Jumps 8%
The Bitcoin price roared past the $96,000 level this afternoon, bringing along a fresh wave of bullish momentum after weeks of choppy, range-bound trading.
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Bitcoin Price Roars Past $94,000 as Bulls Reclaim Key Resistance
The bitcoin price just jumped above the $94,000 level this afternoon, breaking through a key resistance zone.
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Samourai Letter #2: Notes From The Inside
Syndicated from The Rage: In his second letter from prison, Samourai Wallet developer Keonne Rodriguez breaks down how a lack of access drives the need for alternative markets to develop.
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Bitcoin Price Briefly Jumps Above $92,800 As CPI Meets Forecasts, Powell DOJ Dispute Fuels Safe-Haven Bid
The bitcoin price briefly rose above $92,700 after December U.S. CPI came in at 2.7% year over year, matching expectations and keeping markets focused on the Fed’s policy outlook.
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21Shares Launches Bitcoin and Gold ETP on London Stock Exchange
21Shares has launched its Bitcoin and gold exchange-traded product, BOLD, on the London Stock Exchange, offering UK retail investors a regulated, physically backed vehicle combining both assets.
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Crypto ETFs started the week on firmer ground as bitcoin reversed four straight days of outflows, while ether, XRP, and solana all closed Monday in positive territory. The broad-based recovery hinted at stabilizing sentiment across digital asset funds. Bitcoin ETFs Snap Four Day Losing Streak A quiet but meaningful shift unfolded across crypto exchange-traded funds
This content is provided by a sponsor. Victoria, Seychelles, 13th January, 2026 — Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has announced the launch of Bot Copy Trading, a new feature set designed to connect experienced copy-trading bot strategists with users who want to deploy automated strategies with minimal setup. The rollout introduces a profit-sharing
Alphabet reaches a $4 trillion market value, driven by its intensified AI focus. The Google parent is only the fourth company in history to hit the $4 trillion milestone after Nvidia, Microsoft and Apple. On January 12, Alphabet’s Class‑A shares surged to $334.04, briefly pushing the company’s market capitalization to $4 trillion, the highest ever for
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Crypto Firm BitGo Eyes Near $2 Billion Valuation in US IPO
BitGo launched an IPO for 11.8 million Class A shares, priced $15–$17 each, with a 30-day option for 1.77 million additional shares.
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Strategy ($MSTR) Just Spent $1.25 Billion on 13,627 Bitcoin, Pushing BTC Holdings to 687,410
Strategy added 13,627 bitcoin for $1.25 billion last week, lifting its total holdings to 687,410 BTC as it funded the purchase through equity sales.
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The first full trading week of January delivered a sharp divergence across crypto ETFs, with bitcoin and ether ending in net outflows while solana and XRP quietly extended their momentum. Fund-level flows revealed shifting investor preferences as risk appetite narrowed rather than disappeared. Volatility Defines Crypto ETFs in Early January The week opened with optimism
H100 Group signs a letter of intent to buy Future Holdings, expanding its Bitcoin treasury operations into Switzerland. On January 12, H100 Group AB announced a non‑binding letter of intent to acquire 100% of Future Holdings AG, a Swiss‑based Bitcoin treasury firm, for an estimated $750k (CHF 600,000) comprising cash and newly issued H100 shares. The deal
Venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya believes a new cryptographic paradigm will emerge to overcome the privacy limitations inherent to bitcoin and gold. He emphasized that this is needed to create assets that are “not easily disclosed.” Chamath Palihapitiya Raises the Problem of Bitcoin’s Lack of Privacy The issue of bitcoin’s lack of privacy has been raised as
Nasdaq and CME Group reintroduce the Nasdaq CME Crypto Index to provide a regulated benchmark for digital‑asset exposure. Nasdaq and CME Group announced the rebranding of the Nasdaq Crypto Index to the Nasdaq CME Crypto Index, creating a joint benchmark for investors seeking transparent digital‑asset exposure. The partnership builds on a nearly 30‑year collaboration between
The bank, one of the largest wealth managers, expects silver to continue rising in 2026, despite the metal experiencing a significant increase in 2025. For UBS strategists, an ounce of silver might reach $85 in just three months, and it might even reach triple digits this year. UBS: Silver Poised To Keep Growing, Might Reach
Stonex Group leads EDG’s Series A round and forms a strategic partnership to expand digital‑asset offerings. Stonex Group Inc. announced in New York that its Stonex Digital division has entered a strategic partnership with Enhanced Digital Group (EDG) and led EDG’s Series A funding, acquiring a minority stake. The collaboration will combine Stonex’s extensive derivatives platform with EDG’s
The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority has outlined how crypto firms must apply for authorisation ahead of the new regulatory regime. The framework introduces a formal application window, transitional rules, and stricter marketing requirements. FCA Details Entry Process for New Crypto Regime The United Kingdom’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published fresh guidance explaining how the
DIAN, the National Directorate of Taxes and Customs, issued a new Resolution that strengthens the data reporting requirements for virtual assets service providers (VASPs), becoming informants starting in 2026. The move seeks to avoid tax evasion using crypto assets and seeks to streamline these processes. Colombia Strengthens Data Reporting Requirements For VASPs The National Directorate
Tether has partnered with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime to combat illicit cryptocurrency activity and strengthen Africa’s digital resilience. Africa’s Growing Vulnerability On Jan. 9, stablecoin giant Tether announced a strategic partnership with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) to combat illicit cryptocurrency activity and strengthen digital resilience across
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Bitcoin Whales Keep Buying as 100+ BTC Addresses Set New Record
Bitcoin whale accumulation hit a record high as 100+ BTC addresses surged, even as bitcoin consolidates near $90,000 amid easing macro uncertainty.
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Bitcoin Price Holds $90,000 as Tariff Ruling Delay Eases Some Macro Jitters
The bitcoin price hovered near $90,000 as the Supreme Court’s tariff ruling delay reduced macro uncertainty and kept crypto markets relatively stable.
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This Investor Thinks the United States Could Start Buying Bitcoin in 2026
Cathie Wood thinks that with crypto now a durable political issue, President Trump may move the U.S. beyond holding seized bitcoin and toward actively buying BTC for a national strategic reserve.
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South Korea Preparing to Approve Spot Bitcoin ETFs in Crypto Policy Pivot
South Korea is moving to approve spot bitcoin ETFs this year as part of a broader crypto policy shift that pairs regulated market access with stricter stablecoin rules and expanded use of blockchain in public finance.
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Vexl: Empowering Peer-to-Peer Bitcoin Exchange Through Social Networks
CEO Viliam Klamarcik explains how Vexl’s web-of-trust model and end-to-end encryption prioritize privacy in peer-to-peer Bitcoin trading.
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The People’s Bank of China acquired 30,000 troy ounces of gold in December, according to official figures, extending its 14‑month buying streak. China is among the countries with the largest gold reserves, officially holding more than 74 million troy ounces of the precious metal. China Ramps up Gold Purchases, Continues 14-Month Buying Streak China has continued its gold
Coincheck Group signs a stock purchase agreement to buy 97% of 3iQ for about $112 million. Coincheck Group N.V., the holding company of Japan’s leading crypto exchange Coincheck, announced that it has entered a stock purchase agreement with Monex Group to acquire approximately 97% of 3iQ Corp., a Canadian digital‑asset manager based in Ontario. The
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Florida Revives Bitcoin Reserve Push With New 2026 Bill
Florida lawmakers filed new legislation for the 2026 session that would create a state-run crypto reserve after a similar effort stalled last year.
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Crypto Crime Soared to $154 Billion in 2025 as Russia, North Korea, and Iran Exploit Blockchain Tech
Crypto crime hit record highs in 2025, with illicit addresses receiving at least $154 billion — up 162% year over year.
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