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  • JANUARY 29, 2026 (3)

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Jan 29, 2026 07:46 UTC

    Crypto PAC Fairshake Holds $193M Ahead of 2026 Elections

    The crypto-focused super PAC Fairshake has raised $193 million to prepare for the 2026 midterm elections, surpassing its previous cycle’s spending of $140 million. The increase comes from major contributions by Coinbase, Ripple, and Andreessen Horowitz, adding $74 million since July 2025. Fairshake aims to support lawmakers who back crypto innovation and oppose those seen as hostile to digital assets. In 2024, the PAC helped over 50 pro-crypto candidates win key races, including defeating Sen. Sherrod Brown.

  • Ethereum Sohrab Khawas Jan 29, 2026 07:06 UTC

    Tom Lee’s BitMine Stakes 250,912 ETH

    Tom Lee’s BitMine Immersion Technologies recently added 250,912 $ETH ($745 million) to staking, bringing total staked Ethereum to 2,582,963 $ETH ($7.67 billion), or 61% of its 4.24 million ETH treasury. The company plans to eventually hold 5% of Ethereum’s total supply and launch its MAVAN validator network in Q1 2026. With potential annual yields of $215 million at 2.8-3% rates, analysts see this move as a major institutional endorsement of Ethereum’s security, scalability, and long-term growth potential.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Jan 29, 2026 06:01 UTC

    Sony Invests $13M in Startale to Grow Soneium Blockchain

    Sony Innovation Fund has invested $13 million in Startale Group, marking the start of the company’s Series A funding round. Startale, a co-developer of the Soneium blockchain, works on building secure and scalable Web3 applications. The company previously raised $3.5 million from Sony in 2023 and another $3.5 million in 2024 from UOB Venture Management and Samsung Next. With this latest investment, Startale’s total funding reaches $20 million, strengthening its blockchain development efforts.

  • JANUARY 28, 2026 (5)

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Jan 28, 2026 13:16 UTC

    WisdomTree Brings Tokenized Funds to Solana

    WisdomTree is widening its tokenization footprint by launching its full suite of regulated tokenized funds on the Solana blockchain, boosting its multichain strategy. Now, both institutional and retail investors can mint, trade, and hold products such as money market, equity, fixed‑income, and alternative funds directly on Solana via WisdomTree Connect and WisdomTree Prime. The move taps Solana’s fast, low‑cost network to offer smoother on‑chain access to real‑world asset (RWA) investments. Solana’s growing RWA ecosystem adds scale and choice for investors seeking diversified on‑chain exposure.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Jan 28, 2026 11:55 UTC

    UK Regulator Bans Coinbase Ads Over Misleading Crypto Claims

    The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority has banned Coinbase’s “Everything Is Fine” ad campaign for suggesting that cryptocurrency could help ease the cost-of-living crisis without clearly explaining the risks. The ads used satirical videos and posters to highlight economic stress, which regulators said could mislead people into seeing high-risk crypto as a simple solution. Coinbase said the campaign was meant to criticize the financial system, but agreed to comply with the ruling and follow UK advertising rules.

  • FED Sohrab Khawas Jan 28, 2026 08:11 UTC

    What Time is FOMC Meeting Today?

    The Federal Reserve (Fed) has a meeting today to decide on interest rates. The decision and the official statement from the Fed will be shared at 12:30 AM IST. After that, Fed Chair Jerome Powell will speak at 1:00 AM IST to explain the decision and answer questions. This is when we find out if the Fed will raise, lower, or keep rates the same and what their outlook is for the economy. It’s an important event for markets and investors.

  • Crypto ETF Sohrab Khawas Jan 28, 2026 08:07 UTC

    Bitcoin ETFs See $147M Outflow as Investors Shift to Altcoins

    U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs saw significant net outflows of about $147.37 million on January 27, while Ethereum spot ETFs also recorded notable withdrawals of around $63.53 million, showing reduced demand for the two largest crypto assets. In contrast, XRP spot ETFs attracted approximately $9.16 million, and Solana spot ETFs gained about $1.87 million, suggesting growing investor interest in select altcoin‑linked funds amid broader market rotation.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Jan 28, 2026 07:42 UTC

    Vitalik Buterin Earns $70K on Polymarket

    Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin said he made around $70,000 on Polymarket last year by committing about $440,000 and consistently betting against hype-driven outcomes. He calls this approach “anti-insanity mode,” focusing on markets fueled by irrational behavior. In an interview with Foresight News, Vitalik named Decentralized Social as his top priority for developers, followed by smarter DAOs, adding that his motivation is to curb excessive speculation, improve Ethereum, and avoid a future dominated by centralized AI.

  • JANUARY 27, 2026 (5)

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Jan 27, 2026 13:18 UTC

    Tether Launches USA₮, U.S. Regulated Stablecoin

    Tether has launched USA₮, a U.S.-made, federally regulated stablecoin designed under the GENIUS Act to operate within America’s new federal framework. Issued by Anchorage Digital Bank with Cantor Fitzgerald as reserve custodian, USA₮ is now accessible on major platforms, including Bybit, Cryptocom, Kraken, OKX, and MoonPay. Led by Bo Hines, the token combines Tether’s global infrastructure with strict U.S. regulatory oversight, offering secure, transparent digital dollars and reinforcing the U.S. dollar’s leadership in the growing digital currency market.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Jan 27, 2026 12:20 UTC

    Trump-Backed American Bitcoin Boosts Holdings by 416 BTC

    American Bitcoin, backed by Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr., has increased its Bitcoin holdings by 416 BTC, bringing its total to 5,843. Built through mergers, including Gryphon Digital Mining and majority-owned by Hut 8, the firm is steadily rising among public Bitcoin treasuries. Following a disciplined strategy of mining and market purchases, it aims to boost U.S. crypto infrastructure while expanding mining capacity and driving strong revenue growth.

  • Bitcoin Sohrab Khawas Jan 27, 2026 08:30 UTC

    60% of Top 25 U.S. Banks Now Building Bitcoin Products

    Around 60% of the top 25 U.S. banks are now offering or developing Bitcoin products, including trading, custody, and lending solutions. PNC leads with full-service offerings for private clients, while Wells Fargo provides Bitcoin-backed loans for institutions. J.P. Morgan, Citigroup, and Morgan Stanley are actively exploring crypto integration. Even Bank of America is starting to engage with Bitcoin through wealth management tools. This trend signals growing acceptance of digital assets within mainstream finance and rising institutional demand.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Jan 27, 2026 07:51 UTC

    Vitalik Buterin Explains the Hierarchy of Blockchain Scaling

    Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin detailed a clear approach to scaling blockchains efficiently. He explained that computation is the easiest to scale using tools like parallel processing and zero-knowledge proofs. Data comes next, with solutions like erasure coding and PeerDAS allowing lighter nodes to verify information without full downloads. State is the hardest, as it requires full transaction verification. Buterin recommends prioritizing computation and data over state to reduce centralization risks, a strategy reflected in projects like Monad and Ethereum’s upcoming Fusaka upgrade.

  • Ethereum Sohrab Khawas Jan 27, 2026 06:00 UTC

    Ethereum Fees Drop to 2017 Lows

    Ethereum transaction fees have dropped to their lowest levels since May 2017, even as network activity hits record highs. Daily transactions reached nearly 2.9 million on January 16, highlighting strong usage. Fees fell after major scalability upgrades, including the Fusaka hard fork in December 2025, which tripled the block gas limit. With gas prices close to zero, simple transfers now cost under $0.0002, making Ethereum cheaper to use and supporting wider adoption.

  • JANUARY 26, 2026 (8)

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Jan 26, 2026 14:41 UTC

    BitMine Acquires 40,302 ETH, Total Holdings Now 4.24M Tokens

    BitMine Immersion Technologies, led by Tom Lee, added 40,302 ETH to its holdings last week, bringing its total to about 4.243 million ETH, roughly 3.52% of all Ethereum. The company also staked over 2 million ETH and continues developing its MAVAN validator network to generate staking yield. Backed by institutional investors, BitMine aims to expand its Ethereum treasury further. The firm’s strategy reflects strong institutional interest in long‑term ETH exposure and staking infrastructure.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Jan 26, 2026 14:20 UTC

    BlackRock Files for New iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF

    BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager with $14 trillion in assets, has filed for an iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF. The fund is designed to provide investors with exposure to Bitcoin while generating potential income through strategies such as covered calls and option premiums. If approved by the SEC, this ETF would offer a new way for institutional and retail investors to access Bitcoin with an income‑focused approach, further cementing BlackRock’s expanding presence in the crypto investment space.

  • Bitcoin Sohrab Khawas Jan 26, 2026 13:33 UTC

    Strategy Buys 2,932 Bitcoin, Holdings Climb to 712,647 BTC

    Strategy disclosed it has acquired 2,932 Bitcoin for about $264 million, at an average price near $90,100 per BTC. This latest purchase increases Strategy’s overall Bitcoin holdings to 712,647 BTC as of January 25, 2026. The firm’s total Bitcoin investment now stands at roughly $54.19 billion, with an average purchase price of about $76,000 per Bitcoin. The continued accumulation reinforces Strategy’s role as a leading corporate Bitcoin holder.

  • Ripple (XRP) Sohrab Khawas Jan 26, 2026 13:20 UTC

    Ripple Expands in Saudi Arabia with Riyad Bank Innovation Arm

    Ripple has entered a partnership with Jeel Movement, the digital innovation arm of Riyad Bank, to support the use of blockchain technology in Saudi Arabia’s financial system. The collaboration will explore cross-border payments, digital asset custody, and tokenization. Announced by Ripple’s Reece Merrick, the deal aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 strategy to modernize finance and grow fintech adoption. Riyad Bank, managing $130 billion in assets, launched Jeel in 2023 to accelerate digital innovation.

  • Exchange News Sohrab Khawas Jan 26, 2026 12:14 UTC

    Binance Launches Tesla ($TSLA) Perpetual Futures

    On January 28, 2026, at 14:30 UTC, Binance Futures will launch the TSLAUSDT Equity Perpetual Contract, allowing traders to follow Tesla Inc. stock (Nasdaq: TSLA) prices without owning the shares. The contract offers up to 5× leverage, enabling users to amplify potential gains or losses while trading. This addition expands Binance’s stock‑linked derivatives, giving crypto traders easy access to traditional equity movements in a familiar crypto trading environment.

  • Ethereum Sohrab Khawas Jan 26, 2026 11:43 UTC

    Ethereum Whale Awakens After 9 Years, Moves $145M to Gemini

    After nearly nine years of inactivity, an Ethereum wallet has reactivated, transferring 50,000 ETH, worth about $145 million, to a Gemini deposit address. The wallet originally accumulated its ETH in 2017 when prices were around $90 and still holds approximately 85,000 ETH valued at $244 million. The move comes as Ethereum trades near $2,890 amid market weakness, fueling speculation over whether it signals potential profit-taking or reflects long-term confidence from a major holder.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Jan 26, 2026 11:37 UTC

    Metaplanet Targets $58M Revenue as $700M Bitcoin Losses Loom

    Japanese Bitcoin treasury company Metaplanet has revised its outlook upward, expecting 2025 revenue of about 5.8 billion yen or $58 million and operating profit of about $40 million. The firm anticipates 2026 revenue to rise to approximately $103 million, with operating profit expected to be around $73 million. However, a drop in Bitcoin prices will trigger non-cash impairment charges of $680 to $700 million in 2025, leading to steep reported losses. Metaplanet’s Bitcoin holdings jumped to 35,102 coins.

  • Exchange News Sohrab Khawas Jan 26, 2026 08:39 UTC

    Binance Expands Spot Trading With New Pairs & Bots

    Binance has announced the launch of six new spot trading pairs starting January 27, 2026, at 08:30 UTC. The new pairs include BNB U, ETH U, KGST U, SOL U, TRX USD1, and USD1 U. Along with trading access, Binance will enable its Trading Bots service for these markets, allowing users to apply automated strategies. The update reflects Binance’s ongoing effort to improve market liquidity, trading flexibility, and advanced tools for both retail and active traders.

  • JANUARY 24, 2026 (2)

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Jan 24, 2026 10:40 UTC

    Arthur Hayes: Fed Yen Moves Could Boost Bitcoin

    Crypto analyst Arthur Hayes suggested the Federal Reserve might print dollars to build reserves and buy Japanese yen, expanding its $19.185 billion foreign currency assets. The yen rallied up to 1.75% to 155.63 per dollar amid talk of possible Japanese intervention, though no official word has come yet. Crypto enthusiasts see this potential liquidity as a positive for Bitcoin, which held steady around $89,500 on Saturday, while skeptics question the Fed’s intentions.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Jan 24, 2026 05:56 UTC

    Coinbase Adds Doodles and Moonbirds to Listing Roadmap

    Coinbase Markets has added Solana-based Doodles (DOOD) and Moonbirds (BIRB) to its asset listing roadmap. The exchange will begin trading these tokens once market-making support and technical infrastructure are ready. Doodles, launched in May 2025 for AI tools and games, trades around $0.0047. Moonbirds plans BIRB’s launch on January 28 for staking and DEX perks, boosting its NFT floor price over 10%. Fans welcomed the news on social media, while some remain cautious amid crypto market volatility.

  • JANUARY 23, 2026 (4)

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Jan 23, 2026 14:06 UTC

    Kiyosaki Says Buy Bitcoin, Gold, Silver Despite Volatility

    Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, is encouraging people to buy gold, silver, and Bitcoin as protection against US economic problems. He points to the $38.43 trillion national debt and 2.7 percent inflation as reasons the dollar is losing value. Kiyosaki says 2026 is a key chance to build wealth and urges buying real assets despite price swings. While many support his view, critics mention his past bankruptcy and legal issues.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Jan 23, 2026 11:32 UTC

    UBS Expands Crypto Trading for Private Clients

    Swiss banking powerhouse UBS, overseeing $4.7 trillion in wealth assets as of late 2025, plans to launch cryptocurrency trading for select private banking clients in Switzerland. High-net-worth individuals will access spot Bitcoin/Ethereum and derivatives, with potential rollout to Asia-Pacific and the US. This follows UBS Tokenize pilots with Chainlink and Swift for tokenized funds and digital cash solutions. CEO Sergio Ermotti declared at Davos that blockchain will transform traditional banking, joining JPMorgan and BNY Mellon in the institutional crypto surge.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Jan 23, 2026 08:05 UTC

    Farcaster Confirms Operations Will Continue Amid $180M Refund

    Farcaster co‑founder Dan Romero has confirmed the decentralized social protocol will remain active and continue operating normally, dismissing rumors of a shutdown. Farcaster had about 250,000 monthly active users and over 100,000 funded wallets in December 2025, and is transitioning to new leadership under Neynar, a venture‑backed startup focusing on developers. Romero also announced that Merkle plans to return the full $180 million raised to investors, underscoring responsible capital management, and clarified that funds for his recent home came from Coinbase IPO proceeds.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Jan 23, 2026 07:46 UTC

    Ledger Eyes $4B US IPO Amid Crypto Security Boom

    French hardware wallet maker Ledger is preparing for a U.S. stock market listing in New York that could value the company at more than $4 billion, potentially as soon as later this year, working with Goldman Sachs, Jefferies, and Barclays on the deal. Founded in Paris in 2014 and last valued at approximately $1.5 billion, Ledger has achieved record revenues of over $100 million in 2025, as demand for secure offline wallets rises in response to increasing crypto thefts and hacks. CEO Pascal Gauthier says strong investor interest and a surge in security needs are driving the company toward a U.S. IPO.

  • JANUARY 22, 2026 (6)

  • Exchange News Sohrab Khawas Jan 22, 2026 12:27 UTC

    Binance Wallet Introduces AI Tools to Track Crypto Trends Smarter

    Binance Wallet (Web) has introduced three advanced AI-driven features aimed at improving on-chain research and trend discovery. “Social Hype” analyzes large-scale social media data to rank trending tokens across BSC, Solana, and Base. “Topic Rush” tracks capital inflows to classify narratives into Early, Rising, or Viral stages, helping users spot momentum sooner. The “AI Assistant” instantly summarizes essential token data, enabling faster, data-backed decision-making for crypto users.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Jan 22, 2026 11:19 UTC

    CZ Says Tokenization Could Transform Global Finance by 2030

    At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao highlighted tokenization as a powerful way for governments and markets to create value. By turning bonds, real estate, and commodities into blockchain tokens, traditional assets can become faster to trade, more liquid, and widely accessible. This could unlock trillions of dollars even before larger crypto industries develop. Experts estimate the tokenized asset market could reach 16 trillion dollars by 2030, while crypto grows in payments and as a currency for AI-driven transactions.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Jan 22, 2026 08:36 UTC

    Thailand Opens Door to Crypto ETFs and Futures

    Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission is advancing plans to modernize its crypto framework by introducing new regulatory measures. The upcoming rules will allow the launch of crypto exchange-traded funds, expand crypto futures trading on the Thailand Futures Exchange through market maker support, and formally recognize digital assets under the Derivatives Act. SEC Deputy Secretary General Jomkwan Kongsakul said the changes are designed to create clearer oversight, attract investment, and support the long term growth of Thailand’s digital asset market.

  • Hack Sohrab Khawas Jan 22, 2026 07:55 UTC

    SagaEVM Chain Pauses After $7 Million Exploit

    Saga has paused its SagaEVM chain after a smart contract exploit drained nearly $7 million in assets, forcing the team to stop the chain at block height 6,593,800 while it investigates and fixes the issue. Attackers used a coordinated series of contract and cross‑chain actions to bridge funds out to Ethereum, and Saga is working with exchanges to blacklist the attacker’s wallet. The breach led Saga Dollar to drop to about $0.75 and slashed the total value locked by over half, though the core network remains secure.

  • Exchange News Sohrab Khawas Jan 22, 2026 06:24 UTC

    Binance to List Sentient (SENT) with Seed Tag

    Binance will list Sentient (SENT) with a Seed Tag, indicating it is a higher-risk token that requires users to complete risk awareness steps before trading. Spot trading for SENT/USDT, SENT/USDC, and SENT/TRY will start on January 22, 2026, at 12:00 UTC. Deposits will open one hour after the announcement, while withdrawals will be available from January 23, 2026, at 12:00 UTC. The listing gives traders wider access to Sentient, which aims to develop an open and collaborative AI ecosystem.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Jan 22, 2026 05:53 UTC

    Crypto Market Structure Bill Delayed

    The U.S. Senate Banking Committee has delayed work on its crypto market structure bill as it shifts focus to housing affordability policies backed by President Donald Trump. This move could push the bill’s markup to late February or March. Meanwhile, the Senate Agriculture Committee has released its Digital Asset Market Clarity Act and plans to vote on it on January 27. Both bills will need to be combined before a full Senate vote, delaying clear crypto rules.

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