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Reports suggest that eToro has submitted confidential filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for an initial public offering (IPO), marking a potential milestone for the platform.

During his Senate confirmation hearing, Scott Bessent, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Treasury Secretary, dismissed the idea of a U.S. central bank digital currency (CBDC), stating that such tools are unnecessary for the country.

Jio Platforms, a leading Indian tech subsidiary of Reliance Industries, has partnered with Polygon Labs to embrace blockchain and Web3 technologies.

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on January 15 that BitMEX and its parent company, HDR Global Trading Limited, have been fined $100 million for violations of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA).

VanEck has submitted a proposal to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for its new “On-chain Economy” ETF, aiming to provide exposure to the digital asset ecosystem without directly investing in cryptocurrencies.

US-based law firm Burwick Law, known for its focus on digital consumer protection, has announced legal action against PumpFun, a controversial platform linked to memecoin launches.

Tether has filed a lawsuit against Swan Bitcoin, accusing the company of breaching agreements tied to their joint Bitcoin mining venture, 2040 Energy.

The UAE, a pioneer in blockchain technology, continues its leadership through Dubai’s ambitious new project: a 17-story Crypto Tower in the Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT) district.

Deribit, a leader in crypto derivatives, is exploring strategic options, including a potential sale valued at $4–$5 billion.

The SEC has delayed its decision on Bitwise’s proposal to convert its 10 Crypto Index Fund into an ETF, extending the deadline to March 3 for further evaluation.

Elon Musk is facing legal action from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which accuses him of delaying the disclosure of his stake in Twitter to secure shares at lower prices.

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is reportedly debating whether to investigate Crypto.com’s new futures contracts, which allow users to bet on football outcomes, including the Super Bowl.

As the United States prepares for a new pro-crypto administration under President-elect Donald Trump, outgoing President Joe Biden has taken a significant step to bolster AI development.

Binance.US interim CEO Norman Reed has accused the SEC of targeting the exchange without substantiating claims of fraud.

Digital asset bank Sygnum has secured $58 million in a strategic growth round, pushing its valuation past $1 billion.

The cryptocurrency market stumbled into 2025 with a shaky start as Bitcoin briefly dropped below $90,000, its sharpest decline since the beginning of the year.

Ripple’s legal chief, Stuart Alderoty, has called out the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for its handling of cryptocurrency regulations, describing the agency’s strategy as an “anti-crypto crusade” that is falling apart.

Robinhood Markets Inc. and its affiliated broker-dealers have agreed to settle charges brought by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for violating federal securities laws.

Binance has solidified its status as the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange, dominating both local and global markets.

Blockchain analytics leader Chainalysis has made its first move into artificial intelligence by acquiring Alterya, a tech startup specializing in fraud detection through AI-driven solutions.

Binance and its founder Changpeng Zhao are now the focus of a class action lawsuit after the U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear their appeal on January 13.

The Third Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled partially in favor of Coinbase in its legal challenge against the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), calling the agency’s rejection of Coinbase’s 2022 rulemaking petition “arbitrary and capricious.”

Jim Cramer, the host of CNBC’s Mad Money, has made headlines with his latest prediction of an impending market crash.

President-elect Donald Trump is expected to prioritize cryptocurrency reform immediately after taking office, with executive orders targeting regulatory hurdles and boosting innovation.

Tether, a major stablecoin issuer, has announced plans to relocate its operations and subsidiaries to El Salvador, following its approval as a licensed Digital Asset Service Provider (DASP).

Chiru Labs, the creators of the popular Azuki NFT collection, have announced plans to launch a new cryptocurrency called ANIME.

FTX, the defunct cryptocurrency exchange, is preparing to refund over $1.2 billion to users who have been locked out of their funds since its 2022 collapse.

Singapore has blocked access to Polymarket, a blockchain-based prediction platform, as part of its crackdown on unauthorized gambling services.

Decentralized exchange Mango Markets is shutting down operations following an SEC settlement that required the destruction of its MNGO tokens and their delisting from exchanges.

The cryptocurrency market has seen significant fee-based revenue generation this week, with Tether emerging as the top performer.

El Salvador is experiencing a surge in tourism, coinciding with its adoption of Bitcoin as legal tender.

S&P Global predicts global banks will face nearly $1 trillion in credit losses this year, even as the economic outlook shows signs of improvement.

The Usual Protocol has taken steps to address recent concerns about its USD0++ floor price mechanism, unveiling two key updates designed to enhance trust and improve its long-term viability.

Asia has solidified its position as the global leader in cryptocurrency adoption, with countries like India, Vietnam, and Indonesia ranking among the top in user engagement, according to a report by Foresight Ventures and Primitive Ventures.

California’s ongoing wildfire crisis has prompted Ripple and MoonPay to step up with a unique form of aid.

Bybit, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, has announced a temporary halt to its trading services in India due to evolving regulatory requirements.

Kraken has started distributing funds to creditors of the failed cryptocurrency exchange FTX, marking a crucial step in addressing the fallout from its 2022 collapse.

The cryptocurrency market struggled today as unexpected strength in U.S. employment data raised fears of prolonged high interest rates.

The growing influence of the cryptocurrency sector has paved the way for various high-profile partnerships, and one of the most notable recent collaborations is between Cardano (ADA) and football giant FC Barcelona.

Ira Auerbach, the former Senior Vice President of Digital Assets at Nasdaq, has made a significant move to Offchain Labs, the team behind Arbitrum.

Block, the financial services and digital payments company, is on track to potentially become the first company with a clear Bitcoin strategy to join the S&P 500, according to Matthew Sigel, the head of digital assets research at VanEck.

Coinbase is under investigation by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), which has issued a subpoena for customer data related to Polymarket, a prediction platform built on blockchain technology.

OKX, a popular cryptocurrency exchange, has issued a warning regarding fraudulent browser extensions that have appeared in the Firefox plugin store.

Thailand is preparing to test a new cryptocurrency payment system in Phuket, aiming to integrate digital currencies into its existing legal framework.

The highly anticipated trial of Do Kwon, founder of Terraform Labs, has been delayed until January 26, 2026, as legal proceedings regarding the collapse of his cryptocurrency firm continue.

In the final days of his presidency, Joe Biden’s administration is preparing new export restrictions on AI chips, including those produced by Nvidia, as part of a broader effort to control the global spread of cutting-edge technology.

With only days left in his tenure as Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Gary Gensler made one last critique of the cryptocurrency space, stating that it remains “rife” with bad actors.

Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are experiencing a downturn, primarily driven by concerns over rising inflation in the United States.

Gemini Trust Company may soon resolve its legal dispute with the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) through a proposed settlement.

Reddit’s Collectible Avatars NFT program faces uncertainty as the project’s head, Bianca Wyler, confirmed her departure from the company.

Rostin Behnam, Chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), has announced his resignation, effective January 20.

HashKey Group, a prominent Asia-based cryptocurrency financial services firm, has secured approval from the Central Bank of Ireland to operate as a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) through its European division.

Backpack Exchange has made a bold move into the European crypto market by acquiring FTX EU, the European division of the collapsed FTX Exchange.

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has outlined an optimistic vision for the company’s future amidst shifting regulatory tides under the new Trump administration.

The crypto market is showing signs of entering a late-stage bull cycle, with analysts suggesting investors exercise caution as the peak may be approaching.

Four digital asset companies have recently obtained Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) licenses in the Netherlands, granting them the ability to operate across all 27 EU member states.

Paul Grewal, Coinbase’s Chief Legal Officer, claims newly unsealed documents expose deliberate efforts by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) to obstruct crypto industry activities in the U.S.

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has proposed a “soft pause” on industrial-scale computing to delay the development of superintelligent AI, providing humanity with time to address its potential risks.

Hunter Horsley, CEO of Bitwise, predicts 2025 will be a turning point for cryptocurrency, with tokenization, AI-driven business growth, and increased corporate Bitcoin adoption reshaping the landscape.

Market optimism is growing as investors anticipate economic policies under Donald Trump’s leadership to stimulate growth, with U.S. stocks and the dollar positioned as likely beneficiaries.