Crypto
AI Summary
- The crypto market is currently experiencing volatility amidst geopolitical tensions and regulatory developments, notably with Bitcoin fluctuating around $90,000.
- Decentralized social media, championed by Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin, is gaining traction as a priority for broader adoption, with suggestions that it could enhance online communication dynamics.
- Investors, particularly ETH whales, are capitalizing on price drops as buying opportunities, despite warnings of potential further declines; market sentiment remains cautious.
- In the regulatory sphere, the U.S. Senate is working on a new market structure bill, addressing unresolved issues regarding DeFi, stablecoins, and potential protections for developers.
- Iran's central bank has reportedly amassed over $500 million in USDT to stabilize its currency amid political unrest, showcasing the growing interplay between traditional finance and cryptocurrency in government strategies.
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Cointelegraph
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Here’s what happened in crypto today
an hour ago
by Cointelegraph by Cointelegraph
Trump memecoin, Solana memecoin, TRUMP token, Solana, SOL, Nova Labs, SEC, Securities and Exchange Commission, Crypto regulation, TRUMP rally, BitcoinNeed to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
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Vitalik Buterin makes decentralized social media a 2026 priority
an hour ago
by Cointelegraph by Nate Kostar
The Ethereum co-founder urged broader adoption of open social platforms, saying decentralized social media can improve online communication by restoring competition.
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ETH whales bought the dip, but will accumulators prevent a drop to $2.7K?
an hour ago
by Cointelegraph by Biraajmaan Tamuly
Institutional investors and crypto whales viewed the ETH price drop below $3,000 as a buying opportunity, but data still hints at a deeper sell-off to $2,700.
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US Senate Agriculture Committee to release updated market structure bill
an hour ago
by Cointelegraph by Turner Wright
The committee released a draft bill in November proposing a regulatory framework, but some lawmakers still have concerns about provisions on DeFi, ethics and stablecoins.
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US Crypto czar Sacks says banks, crypto will merge into 'one digital asset industry'
2 hours ago
by Cointelegraph by Nate Kostar
In an interview from the WEF in Davos, David Sacks addressed disputes over stablecoin yield and the crypto market structure legislation that's stalled in the US Senate.
CoinDesk
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Shark Tank's Kevin O’Leary on betting big on data centers and why most crypto tokens will never come back
2 hours ago
by Helene Braun
Finance, Kevin O'Leary, Bitcoin Mining, NewsThe Shark Tank investor is preparing shovel-ready sites for bitcoin miners and data centers, betting that infrastructure — not tokens — will drive the next wave of value.
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Private credit may be the breakout use case for tokenization: Maple's Sidney Powell
3 hours ago
by Will Canny
Finance, Tokenization, Maple finance, Credit, Exclusive, Consensus Hong Kong 2026, NewsMaple Finance CEO Sidney Powell said blockchain’s biggest opportunity isn’t tokenized Treasury bills or funds — instead, it’s bringing opaque, illiquid private credit markets onchain.
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Bitcoin moves back to $90,000 as Trump pulls tariff threat after 'productive meeting' with NATO chief
3 hours ago
by Stephen Alpher
Markets, Bitcoin News, Trump, Breaking News, News"The solution, if consummated, will be a great one for the U.S. and all NATO nations," said President Trump in a Truth Social post.
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BlackRock’s IBIT powers new bitcoin annuity for U.S. retirees via Delaware Life
4 hours ago
by Helene Braun
Markets, BlackRock, NewsThe first-of-its-kind FIA, according to the companies, offers crypto exposure with principal protection, aiming to attract cautious investors near retirement.
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Farcaster founders step back as Neynar acquires struggling crypto social app
5 hours ago
by Krisztian Sandor
Finance, Farcaster, Paradigm, A16z, NewsFarcaster raised $150 million by Paradigm and a16z in 2024 but has struggled to sustain growth.
Decrypt
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What’s Going On With Elon Musk and Ryanair? Here’s What You Need to Know
27 minutes ago
by Jason Nelson
TechnologyWill the tech billionaire attempt a takeover of an airliner out of spite? Here’s the background on Musk’s latest beef, and what it’s really all about.
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Ethereum Sentiment Flips Bearish as Traders Brace for Drop to $2.5K
an hour ago
by Stacy Elliott
MarketsBears dominate Ethereum outlook as prediction markets signal 62.5% chance of drop to $2,500, though validator sentiment remains steady long-term.
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Steak 'n Shake to Pay 'Bitcoin Bonus' to Hourly Employees—Here's How Much
an hour ago
by Logan Hitchcock
BusinessRestaurant chain Steak 'n Shake is expanding its Bitcoin operations, this time with a pay bump for hourly employees paid out in BTC.
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Native American Tribes Claim Kalshi Prediction Markets 'Siphon' Money From Casinos
2 hours ago
by Stacy Elliott
Law and OrderConnecticut tribes said in an amicus brief supporting the state's crackdown on prediction market operators that Kalshi siphons away casino revenue.
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Bitcoin Spike to $90K Boosts Crypto Liquidations Above $1 Billion as Trump Dumps Tariffs
2 hours ago
by Andrew Hayward
MarketsPresident Trump said Wednesday that he won't impose tariffs related to his quest for Greenland, boosting Bitcoin and stocks in the process.
AMBCrypto
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SAND breaks its downtrend! Can bulls reclaim $0.20?
an hour ago
by Erastus Chami
Altcoin, News, News 1, Social, Trading ViewSAND breaks its downtrend as volume spikes despite broader crypto market weakness.
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Here’s how Solana is outshining Ethereum, from staking to market momentum
2 hours ago
by Ritika Gupta
Altcoin, Ethereum, News, News 1, Social, Solana, Trading View, ambcryptoSOL vs ETH: What staking ratios reveal about economic strength.
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Bitcoin and altcoins rally as Trump signals tariff pause, easing EU–US tensions
3 hours ago
by Adewale Olarinde
Altcoin, Bitcoin, News, News 1, Social, Trading ViewBitcoin and altcoins rallied after Donald Trump said the US would delay planned tariffs following talks with NATO, easing geopolitical pressure on risk assets.
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Analyzing Hyperliquid’s $9.8 mln team wallet sale: Is HYPE’s $20 support at risk?
3 hours ago
by Gladys Makena
Altcoin, News, News 1, Social, Trading ViewNine Hyperliquid team-linked wallets dumped 450K HYPE, valued at a total of $9.8 million.
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What happened in crypto today? Market crash, U.S. Equities Streams, and more
4 hours ago
by Samyukhtha L KM
Altcoin, Bitcoin, BTC Trading View, ChainLink, News, News 1, Social, Solana, Trading View, ambcryptoSolana Mobile, Trump Media and Pump.fun have also announced new projects and milestones.