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SEC, CFTC to hold harmonization event on crypto oversight

The SEC’s Paul Atkins and the CFTC’s Michael Selig will discuss the two agencies' crypto oversight as legislative efforts to define their roles work through the Senate.

Ethereum mainnet daily active addresses surpass all layer-2s

Ethereum mainnet surpassed all layer-2 networks in daily active addresses in January, though security analysts attributed part of the spike to address poisoning attacks.

Bitcoiners reject quantum computing fears as cause of price slump

Some Bitcoiners are “highly skeptical” that quantum computing is to blame for Bitcoin’s sideways price action, while others argue it’s a major issue.

Bitcoin options show pro traders expect more downside, but also plan to accumulate

Bitcoin derivatives markets show traders holding steady, but the path back to $95,000 relies on institutional inflows returning, especially after this week’s $1.58 billion outflow.

‘Literally billions’ of AI agents to use stablecoins in 5 years: Circle CEO

Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire says AI agents have no alternative to stablecoins and will conduct everyday activities with the tokens within as little as three years.

Nasdaq moves to remove position limits on Bitcoin, Ether ETF options

The filing with the US SEC seeks to eliminate contract caps on crypto ETF options, a change Nasdaq argues would address unequal treatment in derivatives markets.

Trump sues JPMorgan in Florida court for $5B over debanking claims: Report

The lawsuit was filed days after the president threatened on social media to sue the banking giant for debanking him weeks after his supporters attacked the US Capitol in 2021.

Stablecoin supply growth stalls as regulation, Treasury yields bite

Institutional compliance costs and higher Treasury yields are reshaping stablecoin issuance as growth shifts from rapid expansion to balance-sheet discipline.

Tennessee city clears path for crypto mining, data centers with new zoning rules

An ordinance to amend the city’s zoning laws laid out guidelines for where a crypto miner could operate in the area and how loud the operation could be.

Coinbase forms board to assess quantum computing risks to blockchain

The independent advisory board, comprising researchers and industry experts, plans to publish papers on digital-security risks and guidance for developers, organizations and users.

Circle CEO says USDC is a neutral layer, not a rival to Visa or Mastercard

At Davos, Jeremy Allaire said Circle's stablecoin functions as shared infrastructure rather than a competitor to banks or card networks.

Bitwise launches actively managed ETF pairing Bitcoin with gold

An actively managed fund blends Bitcoin, precious metals and mining stocks as asset managers expand crypto’s role in macro and capital-preservation strategies.

Solana-based Natix brings DePIN data into self-driving AI with Valeo

Natix and Valeo are building a decentralized, self-driving camera model to offer a transparent foundation for the safe mainstream deployment of physical AIs.

17K Bitcoin inflow to exchanges raises alarm: Will BTC’s sell-off deepen?

The Bitcoin price rally to $90,000 failed to hold after 17,000 BTC were sent to exchanges, but an improving spot market suggests that traders view BTC’s current pricing as discounted.

Ex-Binance CEO ‘talking with probably a dozen governments‘ about tokenization

Former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao said at the World Economic Forum in Davos that he is advising several governments on tokenizing state assets.

Superstate raises $82.5M to build blockchain-based IPO issuance platform

The funding will support Superstate’s effort to let companies issue and trade regulated shares directly on public blockchains.

Bitcoin offers ‘no haven’ from Trump’s Greenland dreams

US President Donald Trump has decided not to invade Greenland, which gives Bitcoin some relief from the geopolitical pressures that have been weighing on its price chart.

Maple brings syrupUSDC to Base, targets Aave V3 listing

Onchain asset manager Maple is taking syrupUSDC to Coinbase’s Base network, adding institutional credit rails while pursuing Aave's Base instance next.

Pantera Capital sees ‘brutal pruning’ for crypto treasuries in 2026

Pantera Capital predicts a year of significant consolidation for corporate crypto treasuries, with a few large players dominating digital asset demand while smaller ones get bought up.

Russia-linked A7A5 stablecoin processed $100B before sanctions hit: Elliptic

Elliptic said the ruble-backed A7A5 token functioned as a bridge into USDT markets before sanctions and exchange controls curbed its growth.

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