Allegations exposing the FDIC as part of Operation Chokepoint 2.0 continue, as whistleblowers affirm they have accessed recordings in which crypto organizations and influencers are targeted. The agency’s future, should crypto adoption grow, was also discussed. FDIC Talks Crypto...

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Fidelity predicts 2025 will ignite a seismic shift as nation-states, banks, and institutions race to embrace bitcoin, marking the dawn of a new financial era. Fidelity Sees 2025 Driving Bitcoin Adoption Among Nation-States and Banks Financial giant Fidelity Investments,...

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A $2.2 million cryptocurrency scam targeting job seekers was halted as the NY Attorney General froze funds, uncovering fake fees and untraceable transfers. AG James’ Bold Move Freezes $2.2M Crypto Loot From Fake Job Scammers The Office of New...

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A Treasury nominee’s six-figure stake in Blackrock’s bitcoin ETF reveals crypto’s grip on elite portfolios, raising stakes for future U.S. economic policy decisions. Blackrock Bitcoin ETF in Spotlight as Bessent’s Financial Ties Unveiled Scott Bessent, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee...

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Rep. Buddy Carter (R-GA) has introduced the Fair Tax Act, a sweeping proposal to dismantle the federal tax code, abolish the IRS, and replace it with a national consumption tax—a move aimed at restoring individual economic freedom and limiting...

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Over the past year, leading manufacturers of application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) bitcoin mining rigs have introduced a range of cutting-edge devices. Many of these rigs are quickly snapped up by major mining enterprises, often disappearing from shelves shortly after...

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As of Sunday, Jan. 12, 2024, the cryptocurrency sphere is nothing short of turbulent, with the total crypto economy resting at $3.31 trillion. Weekend and Year-to-Date Crypto Market Trends To round off the weekend, theta fuel (TFUEL) emerged as...

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On Jan.9, the Cardano Foundation and FC Barcelona announced a partnership as part of the Barça Vision program, aimed at modernizing the club’s interaction with supporters. This collaboration leverages shared values of community participation and decentralized governance. The program...

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PRESS RELEASE. The blockchain world is gaining a revolutionary new player, and it’s set to transform the way we view both Ethereum and artificial intelligence. Meet Lightchain AI, a groundbreaking project that blends Ethereum’s powerful decentralized ecosystem with cutting-edge...

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On Jan. 12, 2025, bitcoin’s price has been drifting within the $95,000 range, while market participants on prediction platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket are placing their bets on its future trajectory. Currently, a Polymarket wager suggests a 12%...

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During the initial 12 days of 2025, approximately 756.204 dormant bitcoins (BTC), valued at $71.8 million, have reentered circulation after years of inactivity. This revival occurs as bitcoin is trading 12% below its peak of $108,364, achieved 26 days...

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Proponents of decentralized finance believe that the development of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered tools could enhance security and counter cybercriminals. AI to Help Defi Platforms Combat Cybercrime According to Peckshield’s Annual Crypto Security Report, digital assets worth $3.01 billion were...

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Welcome to Latam Insights, a compendium of the most relevant crypto and economic news from Latin America over the past week. In this week’s edition of Latam Insights, El Salvador wants to buy DOJ’s bitcoin at a discount, Chilean...

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Everyone in crypto is searching for the next big thing – and Flockerz (FLOCK) could be one of the market’s hottest opportunities. This new “Vote-to-Earn” meme coin has raised $9.5 million in ICO. But can Flockerz maintain this momentum...

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XRP has fluctuated between $2.48 and $2.52 in the past hour, supported by a $144 billion market capitalization. Within the same period, it recorded a 24-hour trade volume of $7.57 billion and an intraday price range spanning $2.38 to...

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Robert Kiyosaki says a historic crash is here, XRP short sellers capitalize on bearish trends, Ripple execs meet Trump, and more in this Week in Review. Week in Review Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, predicts an...

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The government of El Salvador has entered into a service agreement with Rumble, a Canadian video and cloud services company. The company will provide cloud computing services to El Salvador, including data storage, databases, load balancers, and remote application...

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The Supreme Court of Chile has ordered World to erase all records of the biometric data of a 17-year-old teenager. According to the court, several constitutional rights were violated by World’s iris-scanning activities. The data must be deleted within...

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A U.K. court rejected a lawsuit by James Howells seeking to force Newport City Council to allow him to search a landfill for a lost hard drive containing bitcoins. Claim Lacks Realistic Prospects of Success A U.K. court has...

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Ripple is doubling down on RLUSD’s growth, eyeing major exchange listings like Coinbase, leveraging regulatory approval, and betting on institutional demand to dominate the stablecoin market. Ripple Eyes More Exchange Listings for RLUSD: Is Coinbase in Sight? Ripple is...

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Top U.S. regulators who championed aggressive crypto enforcement are stepping down, paving the way for a new era of innovation-focused oversight under the incoming administration. End of an Era: US Regulators Who Championed Crypto Enforcement Step Down Several high-profile...

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Russia’s central bank now mandates the registration of foreign exchange trade contracts involving digital rights, aiming to enhance oversight, integrate cryptocurrencies, and ensure financial stability. Bank of Russia Tightens Grip on Crypto Deals and Digital Tokens Russia’s central bank,...

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The stablecoin usual usd (USD0) has experienced a $340 million contraction in its supply over the past four days. This decrease coincides with an 8% decline in the value of the project’s USD0++ token, the staking derivative of USD0....

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Bitbase, a Spain-based crypto ATM company, is ready to grow its network in Argentina, taking advantage of the rising popularity of these assets in the country. The company opened its first Argentine location last year and hopes to keep...

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Ronin, a blockchain designed for Web3 gaming, has partnered with Virtuals Protocol to incorporate an artificial intelligence (AI) agent into its platform. Blockchain Collaboration Brings JAIHOZ Token to Ronin and Base Virtuals Protocol, a platform merging artificial intelligence (AI)...

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Coins colloquially labeled as “dino coins” have dominated the weekend’s crypto gains, with XRP, XLM, and ADA enjoying substantial upticks over the past 24 hours. Leading this resurgence is XRP, boasting an 8.9% increase against the U.S. dollar as...

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After a turbulent 2023 followed by a recovery in 2024, the global count of crypto-automated teller machines (ATMs) is inching closer to its former high of 39,958, achieved on Dec. 1, 2022. Crypto ATMs Prove Resilient in Post-Terra and...

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Zero-knowledge proofs experts predict continued growth and adoption of the technology ZKPs in 2025. They highlight improvements in proving performance and developer tools among changes that will make the technology more practical for privacy and scalability. Zero-Knowledge Proofs Poised...

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Seven in ten publicly traded bitcoin (BTC) mining companies are enjoying a strong start to 2025, with Riot Platforms leading the pack in terms of percentage gains among the top ten firms by market cap. Riot Platforms Rallies As...

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Bloomberg’s Suvashree Ghosh reports that Tether, the leading issuer of stablecoins, is embarking on a bold foray into artificial intelligence (AI) filmmaking, signaling an ambitious innovation agenda. Tether Boss Discusses Bold Step Into AI Filmmaking Renowned for its commanding...

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Last week Bitcoin entered 2025 with a quiet consolidation, but the crypto landscape is anything but static. This editorial is from last week’s edition of the Week in Review newsletter. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to get the editorial...

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There’s a new utility-focused meme coin going viral in early 2025. Solaxy (SOLX) has seen massive demand during its presale phase, raising over $9.5 million in funding. The project has now caught the attention of crypto analysts – with...

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Kenya is set to introduce legislation that would permit the use of cryptocurrencies. Kenyans Retain Interest in Crypto Despite Government Opposition Kenya is preparing legislation that would allow the use of cryptocurrencies, a senior official in President William Ruto’s...

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XRP is trading at $2.39, reflecting a 5.6% increase over the past 24 hours. Its market capitalization stands at $137 billion after surpassing tether (USDT) to reclaim its position as the third-largest cryptocurrency. With a 24-hour trading volume of...

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PRESS RELEASE. The world of cryptocurrency and blockchain often captures attention with its volatility and innovation. However, while Ethereum—the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap—has been idling in terms of price movement, a revolutionary contender is rising in the space....

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It’s been a tough week for ether as the second-largest crypto asset by market cap is down 8.7% against the greenback. Today, priced at $3,273 per ETH with a market capitalization of $394 billion and a 24-hour trading volume...

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The crypto industry is full of obstacles, including limited liquidity, poor security measures, and fraud as a result. But some platforms for working with crypto, such as the Cryptomus exchange, offer a solution to these problems. Cryptocurrencies are a...

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Bitcoin’s price was $94,372 on Jan. 11, 2025, with a market cap of $1.86 trillion. Daily trading volume reached $52.92 billion, with intraday fluctuations between $92,275 and $95,798. Bitcoin The daily chart illustrates a prevailing bearish tone after a...

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Non-fungible token (NFT) sales climbed 10.7% over the past week, amassing $155.6 million in sales within a seven-day window. Penguins, Abstract Beings, and Base’s Meteoric Rise According to data from cryptoslam.io, while overall NFT sales increased, the number of...

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A founder of the Web3 product studio argues that venture capital (VC) participation in token launch events has filled the gap left by the decline of initial coin offerings as a fundraising method. Crypto Ecosystem Reached Current State with...

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World, formerly recognized as Worldcoin, disclosed the project achieved progress in 2024, marking a transformative chapter for the initiative. The network grew to encompass over 20 million participants, including 10 million verified human users expanding its global footprint. World...

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Ripple and Moonpay have made a joint donation of $50,000 worth of RLUSD, Ripple’s new stablecoin tied to the U.S. dollar, to the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation (LAFDFoundation). This contribution aims to support first responders battling the devastating...

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Russian nationals face charges for allegedly using cryptocurrency mixers to launder proceeds from ransomware, wire fraud, and theft, obscuring illicit funds’ origins, the DOJ says. Russian Nationals Face DOJ Charges for Laundering Cryptocurrency Theft Proceeds The U.S. Department of...

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El Salvador’s tourism soared in 2024, with bitcoin adoption and safety reforms transforming the nation into a global powerhouse, driving unprecedented economic and tourism growth. Bitcoin-Led Tourism Boom Positions El Salvador as a Global Model Santander US Capital Markets...

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Over the past week, the cryptocurrency market has faced a decline, shedding $190 billion since Jan. 4. However, by Friday, as the weekend nears, the market exhibited a modest recovery, posting a 2.2% gain over the preceding 24 hours....

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Bitcoin’s network has seen a noticeable shift in its computational capacity, shedding around 44 exahash per second (EH/s) in the past four days. Tough Terrain for Bitcoin Miners The network’s hashrate, which reached a peak of 824 EH/s, has...

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Just seven days after Satoshi launched the Bitcoin network on January 3, 2009, Hal Finney, the first person to ever receive a bitcoin payment, announced to the world that he too had fired up a Bitcoin node. “Running bitcoin,”...

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The Russian government has started selling part of the 1,032 bitcoins seized from former investigator Marat Tambiev, convicted of taking bribes. Russian Authorities Seize Real Estate Belonging to Bribery-Convicted Official The Russian government has reportedly begun selling a portion...

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Two days ago on Jan. 8, spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and their ether equivalents faced significant outflows, yet the group has amassed a staggering $118.56 billion in bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH) holdings since their debut on U.S....

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USDE is the flagship stablecoin product of Arthur Hayes-backed Ethena Labs. It’s a synthetic dollar that uses a “delta-neutral” strategy to maintain its peg with the U.S. dollar. USDE is Quietly Leading the Niche Stablecoin Market The $212 billion...

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