Singapore blocks access to Polymarket over unlicensed gambling concerns
Singapore-based users claim that Polymarket has been blocked, citing the Gambling Control Act 2022, which prohibits betting with unlicensed operators.
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NY Attorney General files lawsuit to recoup $2.2M in crypto lost to job scam
Victims in New York were promised “well-paying, flexible jobs,” only to be tricked into a crypto scam, according to New York Attorney General Letitia James.
Binance altcoin dominance hits 78%, analyst eyes’ strong momentum’ ahead
A crypto analyst says the rising altcoin trading volumes on Binance signals “confidence in the potential for an altcoin bull market in 2025.”
Crypto to ‘Banana Singularity,’ Bybit halts India services, and more: Hodler’s Digest, Jan. 5 – 11
Real Vision co-founder and CEO Raoul Pal says crypto is heading for ‘Banana Singularity,’ Russia seizes $10M in Bitcoin, and more: Hodler’s
Litecoin X account briefly hacked to promote a fake token
The compromised social media account is merely the latest in a string of hacking incidents on X over the last several months.
Bitcoin consolidates below 20-day EMA, deeper pullback after $94K?
Bitcoin may experience short-term corrections up to and following the Jan. 20 inauguration of President-elect Trump in the United States.
The Giving Block starts disaster fund for California wildfire victims
According to The Giving Block, approximately $200 million in crypto donations have been raised on their platform since its inception.
Kenya drafts legislation to regulate cryptocurrencies
Kenya is preparing legislation to regulate cryptocurrencies with a draft proposal open for public feedback until Jan. 24.
Bitcoin needs 'sharp bounce' at $88K as S&P 500 echoes COVID-19 crash
Bitcoin joins US stocks in what analysis calls a "bearish overreaction" to employment data amid concern over future BTC price lows.
Craft distilling meets Bitcoin: US distillery adopts BTC for treasury use
Heritage Distilling has adopted Bitcoin for payments and treasury, becoming the first publicly traded distiller to integrate cryptocurrency into its business model.
Teardrop attacks in crypto: What they are and how to stop them
Understand how teardrop attacks work, their impact on blockchain security and how to defend against them effectively.
Usual Protocol to activate ‘revenue switch’ after USD0++ depegs
Usual Protocol has introduced a revenue-sharing model to stabilize its ecosystem following USD0++ depegging from $1.
Bitcoin trader warns risk 'is peaking' in crypto cycle, calls for caution
While Bitcoin analyst Willy Woo advises caution over the coming months, other crypto analysts are optimistic that Bitcoin has a “high probability of reversal.”
99.6% of Pump.fun traders haven't locked in over $10K in profits: Data
While Dune data suggests most Pump.fun traders haven’t realized over $10,000 in profit yet; an onchain analyst argues it doesn’t fully capture what’s happening.
Wolf Capital co-founder pleads guilty to $9.4M Ponzi, promised 547% returns
According to the US Department of Justice, Wolf Capital's co-founder has pleaded guilty to wire fraud conspiracy for luring 2,800 crypto investors into a Ponzi scheme.
Bitcoin corporate treasury shareholder proposal submitted to Meta
"Due to its verifiable fixed supply, Bitcoin is the most inflation-resistant store of value available," the proposal read.
US Bitcoin reserve would have ‘profound’ impact on adoption: CoinShares
The Bitcoin Act’s passage could eventually send BTC’s price past $1 million per coin, industry executives say.
New Hampshire, North Dakota introduce bills for Strategic Bitcoin Reserve
According to Satoshi Action Fund CEO Dennis Porter, the North Dakota BTC bill “already has 11 sponsors.”
DOGS memecoin releases roadmap for first half of 2025
“Our mascot will make appearances at major events, providing unique experiences for our users,” the DOGS team announced.
Bitcoin analysts explain why BTC could avoid a drop under $90K
Bitcoin whales, an increase in speculative appetite and other macroeconomic factors are playing a role in keeping BTC price above $90,000.
Solana poised for 2025 rally, Fetch.ai launches $10M fund: Finance Redefined
Solana is becoming the preferred cryptocurrency for retail investors, bolstering analyst expectations for another year of significant gains as the industry awaits the first US spot SOL ETF.
Bitcoin’s outlook remains bullish despite macro setback: Grayscale
The upcoming US presidential inauguration could be a positive catalyst, the asset manager said.
Blender and Sinbad operators face US money laundering charges
Two Russian nationals face charges of conspiracy to commit money laundering and operating an unlicensed money-transmitting business, while one remains at large.
Price analysis 1/10: BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, ADA, AVAX, SUI, TON
Bitcoin’s bounce above $94,000 suggests that the bulls remain buyers on dips, increasing the possibility of a retest of $100,000.
Altseason stifled by lack of fresh inflows into sector — Analyst
“Altcoin markets are currently a zero-sum player versus player game,” market analyst and CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju wrote.
CFPB proposes crypto firms refund users for funds lost to hacks
A proposed CFPB rule could allow crypto users to have protections similar to those of US bank account holders by considering the definition of “funds.”
Did Bitcoin bottom at $92K? These 3 BTC charts say the worst is over
Bitcoin price is chasing $95,000 after showing modest gains today as several onchain BTC metrics are hinting at signs of a potential bottom.
Spot Bitcoin ETFs broke records in 2024 — Can they do it again in 2025?
Jan.10 marks the 1-year anniversary of the spot Bitcoin ETF launches. After a beltbusting year that saw $129 billion in inflows, can the EFTs do it again?
Bitcoin ATH doesn’t mean the maximalists are right
Bitcoin’s all-time highs don’t validate maximalist views. Instead, a balanced approach is needed.
Why Pierre Poilievre may not be Canada’s crypto savior
Canada’s potential future PM has endorsed crypto in the past, but industry executives warn it may harm his upcoming campaign.