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XRPL Foundation patches ‘critical' flaw that almost made it to mainnet

The AI bug hunter scanned the Ripple blockchain codebase to catch the vulnerability before it was deployed, enabling engineers to patch it.

Australian crypto execs upbeat on progress despite lingering issues

Self-managed super funds are becoming a vehicle for Australians to invest in digital assets, as traders search for ways to diversify their holdings.

Two arrested after South Korean cops lost $1.4M in Bitcoin

Local police seized the Bitcoin in 2021 but stored it in a third-party wallet that was later compromised, with the theft going unnoticed for four years.

Crypto analyst says Bitcoin selling pressure is nearly exhausted

Bitcoin has been given some reprieve to trade sideways for a few weeks, but it won't likely emerge from the woods until the fourth quarter, says crypto analyst Willy Woo.

Ether could stay ‘subdued’ in the weeks ahead: Analyst

Swyftx lead analyst Pav Hundal says near-term uncertainty has already been priced into Ether, and without any surprise catalysts, it will likely trade sideways for now.

Ransomware attacks surge 50% in 2025, ransom payments decline

A new Chainalysis report suggests ransomware attackers are “working harder for diminishing returns” as regulatory pressure and refusals to pay have hurt ransom proceeds. 

Vitalik Buterin outlines quantum-resistance roadmap for Ethereum

The Ethereum co-founder said four areas that need changes include validator signatures, data storage, user accounts and proofs, but the evolution won’t be easy.

Bitcoin’s 100 BTC club edges toward 20K wallets in a ‘bullish sign’

The number of wallets holding 100 BTC is close to 20,000, a milestone some analysts view as a sign of improving holder distribution.

Jack Dorsey’s Block to cut 4,000 jobs in AI-driven restructuring

In a shareholder letter, Dorsey said he expects other companies to follow suit soon and reduce headcount in the wake of AI advancements.

Bitcoin futures, options market flash caution even as BTC chases $70K

Bitcoin bulls are chasing after $70,000 but cautious signals from the futures and derivatives market could explain why success remains elusive.

US lawmakers move to protect blockchain devs from prosecution

The industry-supported Promoting Innovation in Blockchain Development Act could be a solution by Congress to push back against criminalizing writing code.

ETH’s next big move depends on daily close above $2.1K: Data

ETH bulls briefly pressed the price above the $2,000 to support, but will a positive funding rate and increase in holder profitability generate sufficient momentum to hold the level?

SEC approval sought for JitoSOL Solana-based liquid staking token ETF

The proposal would allow a US exchange to trade shares of a fund holding JitoSOL, representing the first SEC exchange filing for a liquid staking token ETP.

Bitcoin bear market may end if bulls reclaim $74.5K: Here’s why

Bitcoin trades below most holders’ cost basis, but a rally above $74,500 could change everything. Can the bulls pull it off?

Bloomberg extends financial data to $25B tokenized markets via Kaiko

Bloomberg and Kaiko aim to embed licensed financial data directly on blockchain networks, targeting institutional tokenized Treasurys and repo markets.

Bitcoin adoption ‘booming’ while price chops: Which metrics matter most?

Bitcoin institutional flows are cooling while its long-term holders and network participants absorb the supply. In a range-bound regime, these are the key signals to watch.

Polymarket user gains $400K betting on ZachXBT investigation

As US policymakers scrutinize prediction markets platforms, many Polymarket users won bets over speculation as to which insider trading an online sleuth had exposed.

REX rolls out income ETF tied to Coinbase, Strategy, tech stocks

The GIF ETF combines nine leveraged single-stock strategies into a fund designed to generate weekly income through covered call options.

High-yield bond surge signals rising risk, demand in BTC mining, AI infrastructure

AI and crypto-linked issuers are paying up to 9% for debt as lenders demand higher returns than traditional utilities.

Court sets deadline for US to address Bankman-Fried‘s new trial motion

Amid reports that the White House will not consider a presidential pardon, the convicted former FTX CEO continues his efforts in court.

Ether reclaims $2K as volatility spike backs ETH price recovery

Ether looked bullish, with onchain data showing that the ETH price may have hit a macro bottom as a key support level holds.

Coin Bureau CEO on Bitcoin in 2026: Cycles, Liquidity and a Divided Market

In an interview with Cointelegraph, CEO Nic Puckrin breaks down the forces behind Bitcoin’s bear market and what could come next in 2026.

Bitcoin bear market not 'over already' as price rejects at $68K trend line

Bitcoin price strength failed to reclaim a key support zone with traders still expecting the bear market to match previous cycles.

Analysts reject Jane Street ‘10 am dump’ claims, say Bitcoin isn’t easily manipulated

Crypto traders blame Jane Street for a daily 10 am Bitcoin dip after a Terraform lawsuit claimed dubious trading practices, but analysts say timing matches broader risk repricing.

Trump family-backed miner American Bitcoin posts $59M quarterly loss

American Bitcoin posted a $59.5 million Q4 loss while its revenue rose and its Bitcoin stack topped 6,000 coins, as peers pivot to AI and sell down treasuries.

OKX integrates Chainalysis Alterya for pre-withdrawal scam screening

Cryptocurrency exchanges are moving to block scam-linked transfers before funds leave their platforms as fraud losses continue to climb.

Grvt integrates Aave so traders can earn yield on perp collateral

DefiLlama data shows derivatives contribute heavily to DeFi’s $1 billion-plus quarterly revenue as lending and trading infrastructure converge.

Mastercard, MetaMask launch US crypto card, debuting in New York

MetaMask Card goes live in the US, with first-time availability across 49 states, including New York, following initial pilots over the past two years.

How does Trump influence the price of Bitcoin?

US President Donald Trump has influenced cryptocurrency market movements through his policies and speeches declaring ambitious crypto goals.

Telegram’s in-app crypto wallet to offer yield on Bitcoin, Ether and USDt

Telegram’s crypto wallet introduces self-custodial vaults, letting users earn yields on Bitcoin, Ether and USDt directly inside the messaging app.

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