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Bitcoiners reject quantum computing fears as cause of price slump
January 23, 2026
Some Bitcoiners are “highly skeptical” that quantum computing is to blame for Bitcoin’s sideways price action, while others argue it's a major issue.
Bitcoin options show pro traders expect more downside, but also plan to accumulate
January 23, 2026
Bitcoin derivatives markets show traders holding steady, but the path back to $95,000 relies on institutional inflows returning, especially after this week’s $1.58 billion outflow.
‘Literally billions’ of AI agents to use stablecoins in 5 years: Circle CEO
January 23, 2026
Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire says AI agents have no alternative to stablecoins and will conduct everyday activities with the tokens within as little as three years.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
January 22, 2026
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
Nasdaq moves to remove position limits on Bitcoin, Ether ETF options
January 22, 2026
The filing with the US SEC seeks to eliminate contract caps on crypto ETF options, a change Nasdaq argues would address unequal treatment in derivatives markets.
Trump sues JPMorgan in Florida court for $5B over debanking claims: Report
January 22, 2026
The lawsuit was filed days after the president threatened on social media to sue the banking giant for debanking him weeks after his supporters attacked the US Capitol in 2021.
Stablecoin supply growth stalls as regulation, Treasury yields bite
January 22, 2026
Institutional compliance costs and higher Treasury yields are reshaping stablecoin issuance as growth shifts from rapid expansion to balance-sheet discipline.
Tennessee city clears path for crypto mining, data centers with new zoning rules
January 22, 2026
An ordinance to amend the city’s zoning laws laid out guidelines for where a crypto miner could operate in the area and how loud the operation could be.
Coinbase forms board to assess quantum computing risks to blockchain
January 22, 2026
The independent advisory board, comprising researchers and industry experts, plans to publish papers on digital-security risks and guidance for developers, organizations and users.
Circle CEO says USDC is a neutral layer, not a rival to Visa or Mastercard
January 22, 2026
At Davos, Jeremy Allaire said Circle's stablecoin functions as shared infrastructure rather than a competitor to banks or card networks.
Bitwise launches actively managed ETF pairing Bitcoin with gold
January 22, 2026
An actively managed fund blends Bitcoin, precious metals and mining stocks as asset managers expand crypto’s role in macro and capital-preservation strategies.
Solana-based Natix brings DePIN data into self-driving AI with Valeo
January 22, 2026
Natix and Valeo are building a decentralized, self-driving camera model to offer a transparent foundation for the safe mainstream deployment of physical AIs.
Bitcoin's 16.7K inflow to exchanges raises alarm: Will BTC’s sell-off deepen?
January 22, 2026
Bitcoin's price rally to $90,000 failed to hold after 16,653 BTC were sent to exchanges, but an improving spot market suggests traders see BTC’s current pricing as discounted.
Ex-Binance CEO ‘talking with probably a dozen governments‘ about tokenization
January 22, 2026
Former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao said at the World Economic Forum in Davos that he is advising several governments on tokenizing state assets.
Superstate raises $82.5M to build blockchain-based IPO issuance platform
January 22, 2026
The funding will support Superstate’s effort to let companies issue and trade regulated shares directly on public blockchains.
Bitcoin offers ‘no haven’ from Trump’s Greenland dreams
January 22, 2026
US President Donald Trump has decided not to invade Greenland, which gives Bitcoin some relief from the geopolitical pressures that have been weighing on its price chart.
Maple brings syrupUSDC to Base, targets Aave V3 listing
January 22, 2026
Onchain asset manager Maple is taking syrupUSDC to Coinbase’s Base network, adding institutional credit rails while pursuing Aave's Base instance next.
Pantera Capital sees ‘brutal pruning’ for crypto treasuries in 2026
January 22, 2026
Pantera Capital predicts a year of significant consolidation for corporate crypto treasuries, with a few large players dominating digital asset demand while smaller ones get bought up.
Russia-linked A7A5 stablecoin processed $100B before sanctions hit: Elliptic
January 22, 2026
Elliptic said the ruble-backed A7A5 token functioned as a bridge into USDT markets before sanctions and exchange controls curbed its growth.
Bitcoin diamond hand BTC selling not ‘repeat of 2017, 2021,’ research warns
January 22, 2026
Bitcoin long-term holders of two years or more broke records during 2024 and 2025, says a new analysis of the latest bull market.
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Coinbase forms board to assess quantum computing risks to blockchain
January 22, 2026
The independent advisory board, comprising researchers and industry experts, plans to publish papers on digital-security risks and guidance for developers, organizations and users.
Bitcoin offers ‘no haven’ from Trump’s Greenland dreams
January 22, 2026
US President Donald Trump has decided not to invade Greenland, which gives Bitcoin some relief from the geopolitical pressures that have been weighing on its price chart.
The critical reason you should never ask ChatGPT for legal advice
January 22, 2026
Using AI chatbots for legal advice matters may put attorney-client privilege at risk, and the chat logs could be used against you in court.
Bitcoin diamond hand BTC selling not ‘repeat of 2017, 2021,’ research warns
January 22, 2026
Bitcoin long-term holders of two years or more broke records during 2024 and 2025, says a new analysis of the latest bull market.
Bitcoin doesn’t have 20 years because the quantum threat is already here
January 22, 2026
Bitcoin’s 20-year quantum timeline collapses. 25% of the Bitcoin supply sits in vulnerable addresses requiring urgent migration.
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Coinbase VP says ‘fatal flaws’ in Senate crypto bill forced sudden withdrawal of support
January 22, 2026
Coinbase VP of US Policy Kara Calvert explains what tipped the scales for Coinbase against the legislation just hours before a scheduled markup.
Capital One agrees to acquire credit card, stablecoin payment enabler Brex
January 22, 2026
In a press release from September, Brex said it was planning to launch native stablecoin payments as part of its business.
SEC, CFTC to push united crypto work now that they both have Trump-appointed heads
January 22, 2026
The two U.S. markets regulators will have a joint event to highlight their unified crypto agenda, following the arrival of permanent CFTC chief Mike Selig.
Gold surges to doorstep of $5,000 as experts debate bitcoin's underperformance
January 22, 2026
"The [BTC] adoption announcements are not working anymore," said Jim Bianco, while Bloomberg’s Eric Balchunas urged taking a longer-term view.
Ark Invest sees bitcoin and tokenization driving the next phase of digital asset growth
January 22, 2026
The asset manager said bitcoin’s institutional adoption and asset tokenization are pushing digital assets toward scale, potentially reaching tens of trillions by decade’s end.
Optimism community begins vote on OP token buybacks
January 22, 2026
The Optimism Foundation's proposal would link the value of the OP token more directly to the economic performance of the Superchain.
Citi sounds the alarm on ‘address poisoning’ scams flooding the Ethereum network
January 22, 2026
A record surge in activity on the Ethereum network is likely being driven by scam-related behavior rather than genuine user growth, according to the bank's analysts.
Trump files $5 billion lawsuit against JPMorgan over 2021 debanking
January 22, 2026
BitGo stock edges higher in NYSE debut as investors bet on the ‘plumbing’ of the crypto world
January 22, 2026
The crypto custodian priced its initial public offering at $18 per share late Wednesday.
Trump-linked World Liberty Financial partners with Spacecoin on satellite-powered DeFi
January 22, 2026
Spacecoin aims to provide permissionless internet access via satellite constellation, targeting remote and underserved communities.
Ondo to put BitGo stock onchain following New York Stock Exchange debut
January 22, 2026
The crypto company's stock will be available in a tokenized version on Ethereum, Solana and BNB Chain closely after it starts trading on NYSE.
Russia’s ruble-pegged stablecoin helped evade sanctions to the tune of $100 billion
January 22, 2026
Elliptic says the ruble-pegged A7A5 processed nearly 250,000 onchain transactions, demonstrating how stablecoins facilitate cross-border flows under sanctions pressure.
Crypto for Advisors: Will 2026 Be the Year of Crypto Regulation?
January 22, 2026
Will 2026 be all about regulation? From market structure to token classification, a breakdown of the U.S. crypto regulatory outlook and what it means for financial advisors.
Bitcoin in a deep bear market against gold, history suggests downside may persist
January 22, 2026
Bitcoin is now down 55% against gold from its December 2024 peak.
Bitcoin falls bellow $89,000 as rally attempt fizzles despite trade war risk relief
January 22, 2026
"The consensus view is that crypto markets are bearish until about September," said one analyst.
AI infrastructure firm secures up to $500 million onchain loan after bypassing banks
January 22, 2026
The credit facility used GPU hardware as tokenized collateral, enabling faster capital access without traditional credit checks.
Crypto regulation to become global reality this year, PwC says
January 22, 2026
PwC says 2026 is when crypto rules go live globally, reshaping stablecoins, compliance, and the race to become the industry’s most trusted hub.
Michael Saylor indicates more bitcoin purchases in change of pace mid-week tweet
January 22, 2026
After a brief slowdown in its pace of bitcoin acquisition, Strategy has purchased almost $3.5 billion of BTC over the last two weeks.
The Base token should give holders voting power over Coinbase itself
January 22, 2026
If BASE becomes economically tied to COIN, the token would trade not as a memeified L2 token, but as a globally accessible representation of equity-like value.
Tokenization firm Superstate raises $82.5 million to bring Wall Street onchain
January 22, 2026
With the new funding, the company aims to bring IPOs and fundraising onto blockchain rails like Ethereum and Solana.
