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Bitcoin short-term holders 'FOMO-driven entries' sets bullish outlook — Analyst

Bitcoin short-term hodlers increasing their buying during price upswings, along with long-term holders continuing to accumulate regardless, sets a "bullish tone" for the year, according to a crypto analyst.

Published on: January 25, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Trump is ‘forcing everyone to up their game’ — Brian Armstrong

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says that most of his conversations at the World Economic Forum centered around Trump’s plans for crypto.

Published on: January 25, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

State of Crypto: Trump's Second First Week

Donald Trump and the GOP hit the ground running in his first week as the new U.S. president.

Published on: January 25, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

Nasdaq seeks amendment to BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF for in-kind redemptions

The in-kind redemption model is seen as a more efficient option for the spot Bitcoin ETF and should have been allowed from “the get-go,” says an ETF analyst.

Published on: January 25, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Scammers Are Targeting Ross Ulbricht Supporters With Malware on Telegram

Beware of Telegram groups bearing links.

Published on: January 25, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

As Bitcoin stirs, institutions hedge with ETFs and options

In the weeks leading up to President Donald Trump’s inauguration, the crypto market experienced significant volatility. The Bitcoin market’s maturity means it’s affected by a complex combination of institutional activity, macro events, price movements, and derivatives. The week before the inauguration was particularly volatile, with Bitcoin and the broader institutional market affected. Spot Bitcoin ETF […] The post As...

Published on: January 25, 2025 | Source: CryptoSlate favicon CryptoSlate

BlackRock Bitcoin ETF Could Enable In-Kind BTC Redemptions: Nasdaq Filing

Nasdaq filed a proposed rule change Friday that would enable in-kind Bitcoin redemptions for BlackRock's iShares ETF, rather than cash.

Published on: January 25, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

DeFi Network Thorchain Faces $200 Million in Toxic Debt—Here's What's Going On

Thorchain community members fear the protocol’s savers and lending programs have imperiled its future.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Congress probing crypto industry’s ‘systematic’ debanking under Biden regime

The House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform has issued a formal letter to multiple crypto firms and organizations, requesting evidence and accounts of instances where crypto firms and individuals have been systematically denied access to banking services. The letter was addressed to several entities, including the Blockchain Association, Uniswap Labs, Coinbase, Payward, AH Capital […] The post Congress...

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: CryptoSlate favicon CryptoSlate

Solana Horse Racing Game 'Photo Finish Live' Teams With BlockBet for Betting

Photo Finish Live is collaborating with betting platform BlockBet, enabling the CROWN token for wagers alongside a simulcast collab.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

9 Biggest Games Launching on Ethereum Layer-2 Network Abstract

Abstract’s mainnet launch is quickly approaching with a growing list of games and related projects. Here are some of the highlights.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

DePIN needs a more cohesive narrative for mass adoption — Web3 exec

According to data from CoinMarketCap, the decentralized physical infrastructure network sector has a market capitalization of over $27 billion.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Oversight committee Republicans launch debanking investigation

While Democrats are calling for an investigation into Donald Trump’s potential conflicts of interest on crypto, House Republicans said they would explore debanking claims.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

BlackRock files for ETF rule change to enable in-kind Bitcoin redemptions

Nasdaq has filed an amended rule proposal seeking to introduce in-kind redemptions for BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin ETF (IBIT), according to a Jan. 24 regulatory filing. The adjustment would allow the exchange-traded fund to transfer Bitcoin (BTC) directly to investors during redemptions instead of converting holdings into cash. The filing outlines plans to expand the ETF’s […] The post BlackRock files for ETF rule...

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: CryptoSlate favicon CryptoSlate

It's Easier Than You Think to Build With AI and Web3

The combination of AI and Web3 could turn us all into developers, says Bailey Reutzel, after attending a recent boot camp sponsored by Coinbase.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

Nasdaq Files for In-Kind Redemptions for BlackRock Spot Bitcoin ETF

The Securities and Exchange Commission had previously only allowed cash redemptions when the spot bitcoin ETFs were approved last January.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

Crypto Biz: Trump’s arrival marks a pivotal shift for digital assets

In typically Trump style, the Jan. 20 presidential inauguration was marked by excitement, concern and outright confusion from the crypto faithful.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Taiwan’s FSC outlines regulatory path for bank-issued stablecoins

Taiwan’s Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) has unveiled plans to allow banks to issue stablecoins as part of a comprehensive regulatory framework for virtual asset service providers (VASPs). The draft bill, expected in June, aims to establish stablecoins as a bridge between the New Taiwan dollar (TWD) and digital currencies, according to local media reports. The […] The post Taiwan’s FSC outlines regulatory path...

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: CryptoSlate favicon CryptoSlate

Elizabeth Warren Takes Aim at Elon Musk's DOGE: 'A Venue for Corruption'

Senator Elizabeth Warren has suggested a long list of ways that Elon Musk's cost-cutting DOGE can save money—though she's deeply skeptical.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Andreessen Horowitz to close UK office to focus on US crypto efforts

The London building, opened in 2023 while UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was in office, will be shuttered in favor of focusing on the venture capital firm’s US operations.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

MicroStrategy to Redeem $1 Billion in Debt as Bitcoin Stash Nears $50 Billion

MicroStrategy said that it’s taking measures to manage $1.05 billion in corporate debt accumulated while stockpiling Bitcoin.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

TRUMP Token Frenzy Drives Solana Stablecoin Supply to $10B, Record DEX Volumes

While Circle's USDC led stablecoin growth on Solana, other issuers also expanded their stablecoins to the network recently, one analyst noted.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

Congressional Republicans in Hot Pursuit of Biden-Era's Crypto Debanking

The House Oversight and the Senate Banking committees are probing accusations that U.S. regulators blocked crypto insiders from banking.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

a16z retreats from UK as Trump administration revitalizes US crypto scene

Venture capital (VC) giant Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) is scaling back its high-profile push into the UK crypto market, as reported by The Financial Times, to refocus its efforts on the US under President Donald Trump’s administration. The firm, which opened its first office outside the US in London in 2023, had touted its expansion as […] The post a16z retreats from UK as Trump administration revitalizes US crypto...

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: CryptoSlate favicon CryptoSlate

Ripple seeks deadline for cross-appeal brief in SEC case

Ripple Labs has requested a due date for its cross-appeal brief in its ongoing legal battle against the US SEC.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

The Cynics and Idealists of Bitcoin

Bitcoiners need to stop letting the extremes of naive idealism and jaded cynicism drive the public discourse.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: Bitcoin Magazine favicon Bitcoin Magazine

Congress Begins Investigating Crypto Debanking and Operation Choke Point 2.0

In a letter sent to crypto executives Friday, the chair of the House Oversight Committee announced an inquiry into alleged debanking.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Bitcoin ETFs eclipse traditional rivals with $4.2 billion in 2025 inflows

Bloomberg senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas highlighted that spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are outperforming many traditional investment vehicles by their impressive start to 2025. Balchunas shared data showing the funds have amassed $4.2 billion in inflows this year, accounting for 6% of total ETF inflows. To put this into perspective, the funds have attracted […] The post Bitcoin ETFs eclipse traditional...

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: CryptoSlate favicon CryptoSlate

MicroStrategy announces debt buyback amid potential tax on BTC gains

According to data from SaylorTracker, MicroStrategy shares are currently trading at a net asset value (NAV) of 1.86x.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

TRUMP, DOGE, BONK ETF approvals likely, but Cathie Wood won’t invest: Finance Redefined

ARK Invest’s Cathie Wood said she won’t buy the Trump token due to its lack of utility, as she remains focused on Bitcoin, Ether and Solana.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Europe Needs Digital Euro, Central Bank Says After Trump Order Barring US CBDC

President Trump took a hardline stance against an American CBDC—but now the European Central Bank is even more eager about a digital euro.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Best of the Week: It’s All Happening!

CoinDesk’s coverage this week took in a memecoin juggernaut, major changes in the SEC’s approach to crypto, an executive order on digital assets, and heated debate over Ethereum’s future. Meanwhile, Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht finally stepped free, as Trump followed through a big promise to the crypto community.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

ECB urged to fast-track digital euro amid Trump’s stablecoin push

ECB board member Piero Cipollone said the European Central Bank (ECB) must accelerate efforts to launch a digital euro in response to President Donald Trump’s push to promote dollar-backed stablecoins globally, Reuters reported on Jan. 24. Cipollone made the statement while speaking at a conference in Frankfurt, where he also claimed that stablecoins pose a […] The post ECB urged to fast-track digital euro amid Trump’s...

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: CryptoSlate favicon CryptoSlate

Is Donald Trump’s Meme Coin Legal? Limits of Presidential Power and Norms Are Being Tested, Experts Say

Trump’s meme coin may be all fun and games for crypto traders, but legal experts say the unprecedented move could have serious consequences.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Next Stop for DePIN: Taco Bell

A string of everyday franchise businesses are forming part of a DePIN network for decentralized air quality on Solana, showing how mainstream DePIN is becoming.

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk