NVIDIA and Lilly to invest $1B in AI lab to accelerate drug discovery with BioNeMo, robotics, and large-scale biomedical models.
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The firm said it has agreed to acquire Distributed Technologies Research, a blockchain-based payment infrastructure provider.
Bitcoin and several major altcoins bounced off their strong support levels, but charts and trading volume suggest bears will continue to sell at the range highs.
Binance Research said crypto markets are entering a new phase, as institutional allocation and strategic positioning begin to outweigh retail-driven momentum.
The crypto market has started 2026 on a stronger note after a difficult end to last year, helped by improving global conditions and renewed institutional interest. Analysts say easing financial conditions, expectations of rate cuts, and fresh inflows into U.S.-listed crypto ETFs are giving digital assets some support. Historically, early January strength has often set …
Claims that a Satoshi-era Bitcoin whale suddenly returned to the market with a multi-billion-dollar purchase have injected tension into an already fragile Bitcoin price action. The claims gained traction after social media posts on X revealed that an address dormant since 2011 had accumulated roughly 26,900 BTC, a move framed by some as a powerful bullish signal. However, a few others saw something very different. One warning revealed that the timing and context of the transfer pointed toward a setup that could lead to a large-scale distribution. Why Some Traders See A Major Red Flag Claims that a Satoshi-Era Bitcoin address might be actually buying billions of dollars’ worth of BTC took many investors by surprise. According to a crypto participant known as 0xNobler on the social media platform X, the whale address became active for the first time since 2011 and went all in on Bitcoin again. Such a purchase goes against the trend of Satoshi-era whales becoming active after many years to sell their holdings. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price Hits Crash Line, But This Time Is Not Random The claim of purchase is very bullish on the outside, but there are also bearish interpretations of the move. The bearish interpretation is based on market psychology and the historical behavior of early Bitcoin holders. A wallet allegedly active since the Satoshi era would have acquired BTC at negligible prices, often well below $1. From that perspective, the idea that such an entity waited more than a decade only to buy aggressively near all-time highs appears illogical. A critic argued that sudden movements involving billions of dollars at the current price action indicate preparation. According to the critic, the entity behind the whale address is preparing to distribute. Large transfers into newly active wallets can be part of liquidity staging, designed to allow gradual distribution without causing immediate panic. Satoshi-Era Whale Story Appears To Be A Misunderstanding Closer inspection of the on-chain data indicates that the dramatic narrative surrounding this event rests on questionable assumptions. A few other crypto market participants pointed out that the circulated image claiming a Satoshi-era whale went all in on Bitcoin is edited and misleading, and that the receiving address labeled ‘3FsDiW’ may not belong to an early individual holder at all. Related Reading: Why The Bitcoin Price Could Crash Another 20% To $76,000 Soon Interestingly, blockchain trackers link the address to Twenty One Capital, with records showing that it was created only a few days ago and the first transaction was first received on January 10, 2026. Transaction history shows a small test transfer of 1 BTC to Bitfinex, after which the remaining funds were consolidated into the new address ‘3FsDiW’ from another wallet already associated with Twenty One Capital. Twenty One Capital is a publicly traded Bitcoin-focused company that reportedly holds more than 43,000 BTC on its balance sheet. This distinction matters, as it removes the existential fear implied by the original claims of a Bitcoin whale buying billions worth of Bitcoin. Featured image from Pngtree, chart from Tradingview.com
Mitsui to debut Japans first aircraft and ship digital securities in 2026, expanding its blockchain investment platform as issuance surges.
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The layer 1 blockchain token advanced on moderately elevated volume but underperformed key benchmarks, raising sustainability questions.
Polymarket and other leading prediction market platforms were ordered to immediately close all sports-related markets in the state and refund pending wagers.
Ripple has submitted a detailed letter to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s Crypto Task Force, calling for a clearer and more practical approach to regulating digital assets. The letter, dated January 9, 2026, argues that current regulatory thinking creates confusion by failing to separate a crypto asset from the contract under which it was …
BTQ launches Bitcoin Quantum testnet with post-quantum ML-DSA signatures to protect BTC from future quantum computing threats.
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Polygon’s daily revenue has jumped to levels around $200,000, while its active address count has slipped since December.
Bitcoin is stuck in a narrow range, with prices showing little direction. The broader picture looks flat as major stock indices such as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq are also moving sideways. With no strong push either way, Bitcoin remains in a holding pattern. This phase started around November 21 and reflects a cooling period …
The privacy-preserving, Telegram-based Cocoon AI pays users in Toncoin for renting out their GPUs to process queries.
The Trump family–backed crypto venture has rolled out World Liberty Markets, a new DeFi app built on Dolomite. DOLO rose by 57% following the announcement.
Apple selects Googles Gemini AI to power upgraded Siri, as the tech giants expand partnership and Alphabet tops Apple in market value.
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The crypto market has been witnessing a choppy trend in recent hours and neither bulls nor bears control the momentum. As a result, the meme coin market is facing liquidation from buyers, resulting in a bearish consolidation. Dogecoin price is currently declining and is approaching the critical support line following rejection. This leaves the question …
Bakkt's acquisition of DTR could significantly enhance its financial infrastructure, potentially revolutionizing global payments by 2026.
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Bitcoin failed to become investors' choice as the debasement trade as BTC price action slumps while gold and silver hit repeat all-time highs, said analysis.
In a world where financial systems are becoming fragile, XRP stands out as the intersection of a financial infrastructure designed for instant global value transfer, speed, reliability, and global accessibility. XRP’s ability to move value instantly across borders, with minimal cost and without reliance on fragile banking systems, positions it as both a long-term wealth tool and a potential life-saving instrument. XRP should be considered as part of life-saving plans. An analyst known as Bird on X has pointed out that most people keep their money in the bank, earning around 4-6% a year, and feel comfortable with it, but they rarely factor in the impact of inflation. Over time, the purchasing power of currencies like the US dollar and the British pound has been quietly eroded to the point where your money can grow on paper while losing value in the real world. XRP’s Role In The Next Phase Of Global Payments Although savings accounts are safe, many people are actually standing still or falling massively behind without even realizing it, which is why XRP comes in as a long-term life-saving strategy. XRP has spent years held back by legal uncertainty, and during that time, the technology continued to mature. Currently, there’s clarity, and what was being built has become visible. Related Reading: XRP Ledger May Get A Tokenized Gold Upgrade, Web3 Founder Reveals Real-world usage is arriving in cross-border payments, institutions are engaging, stablecoins like RLUSD are being introduced, and real-world assets are being tokenized on the chain. As the utility is increasing, capital is flowing into the ecosystem. More usage creates more demand, and sustained demand is what drives long-term value growth. According to Bird, XRP is to be trusted more than fiat, which is why it is a long-term savings vehicle rather than a short-term trade. XRP can be reserved for self-custody, stored on a cold wallet, removing reliance on banks altogether. Instead of earning a few percentages while fighting inflation, you’re holding a digital asset positioned at the centre of growing global financial infrastructure, which is more likely to increase in value over time. In comparison, it is unclear whether inflation will ever pause to make cash worth more. The analyst views this scenario as a long-term wealth investment and believes that XRP will become one of the most utilised digital assets in the world. Thus, building a savings position now could prove to be one of the smartest financial decisions someone could make over the long run. A Bridge Between Old Money And New Rails ChartNerd noted that Ripple is not built to be a traditional crypto company that aims to destroy the old money. Instead, Ripple acts as the bridge between the old and new financial worlds, and this will be a more successful long-term strategy. Related Reading: XRP Whale Deposits To Binance Ease: Data Points To Lower Distribution Risk A sustainable financial change will emerge gradually, not through a knee-jerk move or total disruption in just one cycle. XRP is clearly the long-game asset, while 2025 was the most productive year for Ripple, nothing is priced in yet. Featured image from Adobe Stock, chart from Tradingview.com
The launch deepens scrutiny around World Liberty as it seeks a U.S. bank charter, with critics pointing to Trump family financial conflicts.
On paper, South Korea has been one of the world’s loudest crypto markets for years. In practice, it has been a strangely narrow one. If you were a regular person, you could trade on the big won exchanges. If you were a company with cash on the balance sheet, you mostly sat on your hands. […]
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Senate action on market structure legislation could end years of regulatory uncertainty, unlock institutional liquidity and re-rate crypto-linked stocks.
World Liberty Financial has launched a crypto lending platform built around its USD1 stablecoin, as demand for onchain credit shows signs of recovery.
The launch of WLFI Markets could accelerate DeFi adoption, challenging traditional finance by offering direct onchain financial services.
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The largest Ethereum-focused crypto treasury firm lifted holdings to 4.17 million ETH but signaled limits ahead without authorization to issue fresh equity.
The company has reported significant revenue growth and achieved profitability with $35.3 million in net income in the first nine months of 2025.
Coinbase is one of the largest Solana stakers, with nearly 10% of the network’s total staked SOL, according to its Validator Performance Report.
ETH price could rally 95% versus Bitcoin if a decisive breakout above the key 0.042 BTC neckline confirms a bullish reversal.
Ripple has secured an important regulatory milestone in the Middle East after its stablecoin RLUSD was officially recognized for use in Dubai’s financial hub. The approval places RLUSD among a very small group of stablecoins cleared for activity inside the Dubai International Financial Centre. The decision was confirmed by the Dubai Financial Services Authority, which …