Breaking: MicroStrategy Announces Gargantuan $1.1 Billion Bitcoin Purchase

Business intelligence firm MicroStrategy has announced its 12th consecutive Bitcoin purchase дальше »

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Bitmain co-founder’s AI chip venture blacklisted by US

The U.S. has added Sophgo Technologies, the AI chip firm owned by Bitmain co-founder Zhan Ketuan, to its trade blacklist. The U.S. has blacklisted Sophgo Technologies, the AI chip company founded by Bitmain co-founder Zhan Ketuan, over concerns its chips… дальше »

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Ethereum can ship faster without ‘sacrificing its values’ — Paradigm

Crypto venture capital firm Paradigm said Ethereum developers need to do more protocol updates to deliver on its “ambitious roadmap” more efficiently. дальше »

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Bitcoin Price Top Could Be At $180,000 In This Cycle , Blockchain Firm Explains How

It has not been all rosy in the past week, but the digital asset market has reacted fairly well to the start of Donald Trump’s new administration. Specifically, the Bitcoin price has been able to weather the uncertain storm clouding the cryptocurrency market over the past few days. дальше »

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Hong Kong’s Gen Z prefers Bitcoin over property, survey reveals

A survey by Hong Kong’s brokerage firm Futu reveals that Gen Z is highly optimistic about crypto, seeing three times more potential in Bitcoin than in real estate. A new survey by Hong Kong brokerage firm Futu Securities shows that… дальше »

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Andreessen Horowitz to close UK office to focus on US crypto efforts

The London building, opened in 2023 while UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was in office, will be shuttered in favor of focusing on the venture capital firm’s US operations. дальше »

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Fineqia launches world’s first DeFi yield Cardano ETN

Fineqia AG, the European subsidiary of digital assets and investment firm Fineqia International, has unveiled the first-ever exchange-traded note that deploys Cardano assets for yield bearing in decentralized finance. дальше »

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Price analysis 1/24: BTC, ETH, XRP, SOL, BNB, DOGE, ADA, LINK, AVAX, XLM

Bitcoin is holding firm above $100,000, indicating that every minor dip is being purchased in anticipation of new all-time highs. дальше »

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Real estate firm Propy unveils BTC-backed mortgage service

Propy, a real estate tokenization firm, is introducing crypto-backed mortgage services to the real-world assets, aiming to change how people purchase real estate. According to a news release, Propy has announced the first-ever crypto loan that will enable prospective real… дальше »

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Chain plans to sue Justin Sun over market manipulation accusations

Blockchain protocol Chain is considering legal action against TRON founder Justin Sun after he accused the company of market manipulation. Chain, a blockchain firm backed by over $40 million from investors including Pantera Capital and Citigroup,has threatened legal action against… дальше »

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Hackers steal $70m from Phemex in 2025’s largest attack so far

Singapore-headquartered crypto exchange Phemex is investigating a $70 million hot wallet exploit as hackers continue to siphon funds into Ethereum wallets. Blockchain analytics firm PeckShield reported that Phemex lost $69. дальше »

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Real Estate Firm Propy Is Rolling Out Crypto-Backed Loans to Buy Houses

Bitcoin and ether holders can get loans to acquire tokenized properties — and use their crypto as collateral. дальше »

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Europe sees fastest growth in extremist crypto donations, Chainalysis warns

North America remains the largest source of extremist crypto donations, but Europe’s rapid growth demonstrates shifting regional dynamics, analysts alarm. Extremist groups worldwide are increasingly relying on crypto, with Europe seeing a concerning rise in activity, U.S.-based blockchain analytics firm… дальше »

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Atari partners with DYLI for limited-edition physically redeemable NFT drop

Video game giant Atari has unveiled 500 limited-edition physically redeemable NFTs through DYLI, a blockchain-powered collectibles marketplace. Through a Jan. 23 announcement, the New York-headquartered gaming firm announced the launch of limited edition collectible patches themed around its gaming legacy.… дальше »

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Solana vs Ethereum: Why 'SOL could overtake ETH as the top L1' in 2025

 SOL could flip ETH in 2025, per a Delphi Digital report. The research firm cited strong metrics, protocol alignment, and superior culture as key catalysts.  In the past few months, SolanaThe post Solana vs Ethereum: Why 'SOL could overtake ETH as the top L1' in 2025 appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Ethereum whales scoop up $1B in ETH – Is a $5K price target on the horizon?

Whales have accumulated over 950,000 ETH, signaling strong confidence in its long-term potential. ETH’s key support at $3,044 held firm as analysts eyed $5,000 as the next major price target. дальше »

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Real estate firm Fathom can now add Bitcoin to its balance sheet

The Nasdaq-listed company called Bitcoin a “hedge against inflation and a safeguard against currency risks.”

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How asset tokenization could reshape LATAM finance, according to experts

On January 21, Mastercard, a worldwide payment services firm, released a white paper co-authored with Ava Labs, the company behind the Avalanche Layer 1 blockchain. The research discusses the growing relevance of tokenizing assets with blockchain technology, emphasizing its potential to increase operational efficiency and costs, improve data management and interoperability, and open up new […] дальше »

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Bitwise eyes first Dogecoin ETF amid rising crypto ETF interest

Bitwise Asset Management has set the stage for what could become its first Dogecoin-focused exchange-traded fund (ETF). On Jan. 22, the firm registered a Delaware statutory trust with Delaware’s Division of Corporations, a common preparatory step for launching financial products. дальше »

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Phemex halts withdrawals amid $29M of ‘suspicious’ outflows

Blockchain security firm Cyvers has flagged nearly $30 million of suspicious outflows from Phemex.

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Major Crypto Services Firm Admits to Wash Trading as Part of DOJ Settlement—Details

The United States Department of Justice (DoJ) has taken action against CLS Global FZC LLC, a cryptocurrency financial services firm accused of fraudulent trading practices. According to the DoJ in a press release uploaded on January 21, CLS Global has agreed to plead guilty to charges of conspiracy to commit market manipulation and wire fraud. […] дальше »

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New Bitcoin ETF Promises 100% Downside Protection Against Price Volatility. Here Is How

The global investment management firm plans to launch two similar funds in February. дальше »

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FBI nabs crypto wash trading scheme on Uniswap

FBI investigators charged a UAE-based crypto firm for generating fake volume with wash trading algorithms on Uniswap’s decentralized exchange. дальше »

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Saudi Prince’s Investment Firm Shuns Crypto Investments, Citing Lack of Utility: Reuters

Speculation on social media had suggested that the Saudi royal family was considering investing in cryptocurrencies. дальше »

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Crypto Lender Nexo Introduces $5,000 Minimum Limit to Focus on Wealthy Clients

The firm said the move strengthens its commitment to long-term HODLers and wealth builders through white-glove customer care and tailored products. дальше »

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Coinbase seeks dismissal of BiT Global lawsuit over wBTC delisting

Coinbase has filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit from BiT Global that challenges the firm’s decision to delist Wrapped Bitcoin (wBTC), according to a Jan. 21 court filing. This follows the denial of BiT Global’s earlier legal attempt to block the delisting through a court order. дальше »

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OpenAI to launch new $500 billion AI infrastructure company Stargate

On Jan. 21, OpenAI announced the Stargate initiative, a groundbreaking project to develop advanced AI infrastructure in the United States. Stargate initiative According to the firm, the project is planning an estimated $500 billion investment over four years, and the organization intends to allocate $100 billion upfront to accelerate its goals. дальше »

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Crypto.com announces trading platform for institutional traders in the US

Singapore-based trading firm Crypto. com has announced a new platform catering to institutional investors in the United States. Revealed on Jan. 21, the platform aims to strengthen Crypto. com’s presence in the U. дальше »

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Circle acquires RWA issuer Hashnote, partners with DRW to enhance USDC liquidity

Circle announced on Jan. 21 the acquisition of the tokenization firm Hashnote, the issuer of the USYC token. Additionally, the company closed a partnership with the market maker DRW Cumberland to drive USYC and USD Coin (USDC) in crypto and traditional markets. дальше »

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US Department of Government Efficiency slapped with more lawsuits

DOGE is being sued by an ethics watchdog, a nonprofit law firm, a federal workers union and a nonprofit members organization.

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Trader Greed Strikes Again: Bitcoin Corrects To $102,000 After FOMO Spike

Bitcoin has observed a retrace from its new all-time high after users on the major social media platforms displayed overexcitement. Bitcoin FOMO On Social Media Spiked During Recent Rally In a new post on X, the analytics firm Santiment has talked about how social media reacted to the recent Bitcoin rally to the new all-time high. дальше »

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Ripple’s XRP Price Maintains Momentum Above $3 Milestone: Uptrend Resilient 

The cryptocurrency market continues to monitor Ripple's XRP as the token holds firm above critical support levels, showcasing resilience in the face of volatility. Let’s check today’s XRP news and price predictions. дальше »

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Sonic Labs Kicks Off $250,000 DeFAI Hackathon with DoraHacks and Zerebro

Sonic Labs has announced the launch of the Sonic DeFAI Hackathon in partnership with global hackathon organizer DoraHacks and autonomous AI agent Zerebro. The team behind Sonic Blockchain, the firm is putting up $250,000 in prizes for participants in the hackathon. дальше »

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Smart Valor Is Conducting a Strategic Review That May Lead to Sale of the Company

Bids for the Swiss crypto firm are due by Jan. 24, people close to the process said. дальше »

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MicroStrategy Bitcoin stake up to 461k with new $1.1b purchase

MicroStrategy continued its Bitcoin buying spree just a day after Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th U.S. President. The Tysons Corner-based firm added another 11,000 Bitcoin (BTC) for $1.1 billion, according to a disclosure document shared by executive… дальше »

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MicroStrategy expands Bitcoin arsenal by 11,000 BTC, marking largest purchase in 2025

MicroStrategy has made headlines again by adding 11,000 Bitcoin to its portfolio, according to a Jan. 21 filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This acquisition represents the firm’s biggest Bitcoin purchase of the year and extends its ongoing streak of weekly buys into the eleventh week. дальше »

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MicroStrategy bought 11K BTC the week before Trump’s inauguration

MicroStrategy’s latest Bitcoin purchase is the firm’s third acquisition in January and its largest buy in 2025.

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Tokenize Xchange's Development Arm Buys Blockchain Intelligence Firm Coinseeker for $30M

Titan Lab, the developer of Titan Chain, on which Tokenize runs, plans to incorporate Coinseeker's AI-powered analytics and ratings into its operations дальше »

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Balaji Blasts Memecoins, Calling Them 'Zero-Sum Lottery’ as TRUMP Token Sends Market In Frenzy

The former CTO of Coinbase and general partner at venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz said in a thread on X that memecoins aren’t wealth creation. дальше »

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Ethereum Whales Control 43% Of Supply – What This Means For Retail Traders

Large holders of Ethereum, also called Ethereum whales, have been on an accumulation trend for a while now, with on-chain data revealing a fascinating increase in their collective holdings. Particularly, data from blockchain analytics firm IntoTheBlock shows that Ethereum whales now hold about 43% of the total circulating supply of ETH. дальше »

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SEC Cracks Down On Digital Currency Group: $38 Million Civil Penalty For ‘Misleading Investors’

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has initiated formal cease-and-desist proceedings against venture capital firm Digital Currency Group (DCG) due to its alleged negligent conduct in relation to a lending program offered by its subsidiary, Genesis Global Capital (GGC). дальше »

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Solana’s Pump.Fun Sued For Alleged Pump-And-Dump Schemes And Inadequate User Protection

Popular Solana-based Launchpad Pump. fun is under fire again after a law firm filed a class action lawsuit against the platform on behalf of investors who lost money on memecoins deployed in Pump. fun. дальше »

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Wintermute reports 240% surge in institutional crypto trading via OTC in 2024

Crypto trading firm and market maker Wintermute registered a 240% yearly growth in traditional finance firms’ activity in its over-the-counter (OTC) trading desk, according to a Jan. 17 report. дальше »

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Crypto.com receives in-principle MiCA licence

Crypto. com says the MiCA licence allows the exchange to passport its services across the European Union. The firm joins other crypto companies in securing regulatory approval in the EU, including Circle, Borse Stuttgart Digital, MoonPay and Coinbase. дальше »

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XRP Surges Past $3.2 As Whale Activity Spikes 81%

XRP has enjoyed a rally beyond the $3. 2 mark as on-chain data shows the cryptocurrency is among the altcoins witnessing the largest whale activity spikes. XRP Whale Transaction Count Has Exploded Recently In a new post on X, the on-chain analytics firm Santiment has shared the list of altcoins that have seen the largest jumps in Whale Transaction Count during the past week. дальше »

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Crypto.com grabs provisional MiCA license

Crypto.com has obtained an in-principle MiCA license, bringing the firm closer to full regulatory compliance across the European Union. дальше »

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XRP Almost Sets New All-Time As Futures Open Interest Jumps To Record High Despite SEC Appeal Saga

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Boerse Stuttgart awarded first CASP license in Germany under MiCA

Boerse Stuttgart Digital has become the first German firm to secure a license as a crypto-asset service provider under the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets regulations.  The license, awarded by Germany’s financial regulator BaFin, allows the company to provide crypto… дальше »

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Avalanche (AVAX) A ‘Key’ Network To Watch, Analytics Firm Explains Why

The market intelligence platform IntoTheBlock has explained why Avalanche (AVAX) could be a key network to watch in the cryptocurrency sector. Avalanche Has Been Witnessing Consistently High Activity Recently In a new post on X, IntoTheBlock has discussed about how two network-activity related metrics have been like for Avalanche recently. The indicators in question are […] дальше »

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Bitcoin Maintains Resilience: Insights Into Market Stability and ETF Inflows

Bitcoin ($BTC) continues to demonstrate remarkable strength, holding firm above key support levels and maintaining its bullish structure. With unrealized losses at historical lows, the market remains largely stress-free, creating an atmosphere that feels like the calm before a significant move. дальше »

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