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Swarms, a decentralized AI initiative, is set to modify its token distribution model, increasing the team’s allocation from 2% to 10% in response to concerns over market instability and manipulation.
India is tightening its grip on cryptocurrency taxation, introducing harsh penalties for undisclosed gains.
Luke Gromen is predicting a major shift in the economic landscape, suggesting that Bitcoin and gold will be the top assets to hold for those looking to hedge against the potential economic fallout from the rise of artificial intelligence (AI).
Two U.S. senators have called out the country’s largest banks for failing to pass on the benefits of a high interest rate environment to their customers.
Kraken, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, reported a substantial $1.5 billion in revenue for 2024, as revealed in their latest financial statement on January 31.
Tether recorded an unprecedented $13 billion in profits last year, fueled by the increasing demand for its USD-pegged stablecoin, USDT.
Coinbase is preparing for a major overhaul in 2025, aiming to add up to 80 new cryptocurrencies in just the first half of the year. This move is expected to spark a surge in market activity, potentially driving prices to new heights.
Adeniyi Abiodun, Chief Product Officer at Mysten Labs, has hinted at a major milestone for the crypto industry, revealing that a globally recognized consumer platform will enter the blockchain space through Sui this year.
A costly trading error has reportedly drained $12 million from crypto wallets linked to Ross Ulbricht, the recently pardoned founder of Silk Road.
MicroStrategy is rapidly surpassing its capital-raising goals as it continues expanding its Bitcoin holdings, according to Mizuho Securities.
Sam Bankman-Fried’s parents, both Stanford law professors, have reportedly been seeking legal guidance on the possibility of securing a presidential pardon for their son from Donald Trump.
Forbes has released its annual ranking of the most reliable cryptocurrency exchanges, analyzing over 200 platforms based on security, compliance, and trading volume.
Fundstrat’s Tom Lee believes investors are overreacting to the recent market sell-off sparked by the emergence of DeepSeek, a low-cost AI model from China.
The crypto market is entering 2025 with strong institutional inflows, rapid stablecoin expansion, and a shift toward Layer 2 (L2) networks.
The U.S. government is weighing stricter controls on Nvidia’s AI chip exports to China, with President Donald Trump reportedly considering a fresh round of restrictions in response to concerns over the impact of DeepSeek’s R1 model.
Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) is expanding into financial services with the launch of Truth.Fi, a division focused on digital assets and investment strategies.
Just months after completing a four-month prison sentence for violating anti-money laundering laws, Changpeng “CZ” Zhao is already making moves in the crypto industry.
An emerging AI agent development platform has rebranded from Ai16z to ElizaOS, distancing itself from any unintended associations with venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz.
Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin has been integrated into the Margex trading platform, allowing users to leverage it as collateral for crypto trading.
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has kicked off 2025 by approving two more crypto trading platforms, continuing its efforts to regulate and grow the virtual asset sector.
Crypto venture firm Paradigm is backing Roman Storm, co-founder of Tornado Cash, with a $1.25 million donation toward his legal defense.
Bitcoin accessibility is growing in Poland, with the country adding 10 new crypto ATMs, bringing its total to 219.
Crypto.com has become one of the first exchanges to remove Tether’s USDT and nine other cryptocurrencies from its European platform following the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation rollout.
Bernstein analysts report a growing belief among U.S. investors that crypto is making a return, with institutional interest rising despite ongoing regulatory uncertainty.
Caroline Pham, the newly appointed Acting Chair of the CFTC, is launching a series of public roundtables aimed at shaping market regulations, with a particular focus on cryptocurrency.
After years of shaping financial regulations, Gary Gensler is shifting his focus from crypto enforcement to artificial intelligence.
Senator Cynthia Lummis has challenged the SEC’s lawsuit against Coinbase, arguing the agency is exceeding its authority by regulating crypto through enforcement rather than legislation.
The cryptocurrency market is showing remarkable resilience, with its total market cap surpassing previous highs and stabilizing after a significant correction.
Shytoshi Kusama, the mysterious figure behind Shiba Inu, has hinted at an upcoming announcement that he describes as the most significant in the project’s history.
Institutional investors have significantly increased their exposure to digital assets, with nearly $2 billion flowing into crypto funds last week.
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has challenged the notion that Bitcoin should dominate discussions of a potential U.S. digital asset reserve.
Bitfarms, a global Bitcoin mining company, is selling its 200-megawatt Yguazu facility in Paraguay to Hive Digital Technologies for $85 million.
The Open Network (TON), valued at $12 billion, has revealed its roadmap for the first half of 2025, focusing on enhancing its ecosystem and expanding its functionality.
In a move set to reshape the U.S. Treasury’s direction, billionaire investor and cryptocurrency advocate Scott Bessent has been confirmed as the new Treasury Secretary.
Elon Musk has once again stirred excitement in the crypto world with a playful exchange involving Dogecoin creator Shibetoshi Nakamoto.
KuCoin has agreed to a $300 million settlement with U.S. authorities for operating without a license, marking a major shake-up for the exchange.
Japanese firm Metaplanet, often referred to as Japan’s answer to MicroStrategy, has unveiled an ambitious plan to raise $745 million in its latest effort to bolster its Bitcoin holdings.
Ripple has secured Money Transmitter Licenses in New York and Texas, expanding its U.S. presence as part of broader efforts under a more crypto-friendly regulatory landscape.
Crypto exchanges are making significant strides under the EU’s Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) regulation, with OKX and Crypto.com becoming the latest platforms to secure full licensing.
The relentless wave of token creation in the crypto market is forcing Coinbase to rethink its approach to listing new assets, according to CEO Brian Armstrong.
Roger Ver, a well-known early Bitcoin advocate, has reached out to former President Donald Trump via Twitter, asking for assistance in preventing his potential extradition from Spain to the United States.
Russia’s largest power grid operator, Rosseti, is exploring ways to tap into the cryptocurrency mining sector by leveraging its underutilized energy resources.
Brazil’s data protection agency, the ANPD, has taken decisive steps to halt the operations of World Network, previously known as Worldcoin, within the country.
A well-known crypto analyst is predicting massive growth for a relatively new sector in the cryptocurrency space.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has shared his insights on the increasing interest in cryptocurrency from traditional financial institutions.
David Sacks, the newly appointed crypto czar under President Donald Trump, has expressed confidence that the U.S. will quickly close the gap in the global digital asset race.
Two prominent financial giants, Wells Fargo and Merrill Lynch, are facing a combined $60 million penalty from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over allegations of mishandling their cash sweep programs, which may have harmed their advisory clients.
The prospect of U.S.-based crypto projects enjoying zero capital gains tax has stirred conversation, especially following President Trump’s efforts to make digital assets a national priority.
A new dispute has emerged in the cryptocurrency world as Chain considers taking legal action against Justin Sun, the founder of TRON, over accusations of market manipulation.
A new debate has emerged in the crypto world following U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent executive order, which addresses the creation of a “digital asset strategic reserve.”
Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht, once sentenced to life without parole, is now a free man after receiving a full pardon from former U.S. President Donald Trump.
Indian crypto exchange WazirX has secured approval from the Singapore High Court to move forward with its restructuring plan, aimed at compensating users affected by a $235 million cyberattack in July 2024.
The SEC, long viewed as an obstacle to crypto innovation, is shifting its stance under the leadership of Hester Peirce, now heading the newly formed Crypto Task Force.
The U.S. IPO market is set for a significant revival in 2025, with cryptocurrency firms taking center stage.
In a move that underscores the growing importance of digital assets in global finance, U.S. President Donald Trump has allegedly signed an executive order to create a national digital asset stockpile.
President Donald Trump has signed a series of executive orders aimed at establishing the country as a global leader in cryptocurrency innovation while prohibiting the development of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).
U.S. President Donald Trump made a high-profile virtual appearance at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, unveiling an ambitious plan to reshape America’s global standing.
In a significant development for the U.S. cryptocurrency sector, Senator Cynthia Lummis has been appointed chair of the Senate Banking Subcommittee on Digital Assets.
Morgan Stanley CEO Ted Pick has signaled the bank’s interest in expanding its involvement in cryptocurrencies, provided regulatory conditions allow.
Coinbase has taken its legal battle with the SEC to the U.S. Court of Appeals, seeking a clear ruling on whether cryptocurrency trades in secondary markets qualify as securities.