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Coinbase names Stanford and Harvard experts in quantum assessment board January 22, 2026 2:49 pm Cryptopolitan Coinbase has announced it has assembled a team of experts to assess the emerging threat of quantum computing to cryptography. The exchange has recruited experts in computer science, cryptography, and fintech from Harvard and Stanford. Coinbase, a U.S.- …
Is Crypto Futures Trading Profitable in 2026? January 22, 2026 2:37 pm Coingape If you are considering crypto futures trading or are already in the game, you are probably thinking the same as others: Can trading crypto futures really be profitable in 2026? We have just moved from 2025, which saw a mix of highs and lows, with the …
XRP Treasury Evernorth Partners With AI Firm to Boost Holdings Yield on XRPL January 22, 2026 2:37 pm Coingape The largest XRP treasury company, Evernorth, announced a new partnership with an agentic finance team to manage its holdings with AI automation. The firm would look to boost its reserve through yields on the XRPL. Evernorth Taps t54 Labs to Expand XRP …
Digital Assets : BitMEX Partners with Pyth Pro to Enhance Equity Perpetual Offerings January 22, 2026 2:33 pm Crowdfund Insider Digital assets platform BitMEX has forged a strategic alliance with Pyth Pro to bolster its Equity Perpetual offerings. This move integrates high-quality, real-time market information into BitMEX’s Real World Asset (RWA) products, aiming to provide traders …
Top 7 Crypto Wallets in Nigeria (2026) January 22, 2026 2:15 pm TechEconomy Nigeria is one of the largest crypto hubs in Africa. With millions of people actively trading crypto and exploring Web3, choosing the right wallet is more important than ever. Crypto wallets are your gateway to the blockchain. They let you securely store …
Flutterwave Partners Turnkey to Secure Stablecoin Wallet for Users January 22, 2026 2:15 pm TechEconomy Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, is launching stablecoin balances for its merchants and users across all its offerings. This is being achieved through Flutterwave’s collaboration with Nuvion and Turnkey to provide a secure, …
On-Chain Gambling Grows as Traditional Crypto Sectors Face Headwinds January 22, 2026 2:09 pm Crypto Economy On-chain gambling platforms have maintained steady growth while other crypto sectors struggled with regulatory pressure and declining user interest. The sector’s appeal lies in practical blockchain benefits: provably fair outcomes, fast withdrawals, and …
New Tokenised Bitcoin Yield Fund From Nomura’s Laser Digital Targets Enhanced Returns January 22, 2026 2:09 pm Crypto Economy TL;DR Laser Digital launched tokenised BDYF for institutional and accredited investors seeking income on top of long-only BTC exposure. BDYF is billed as the first natively tokenised Cayman-domiciled Bitcoin yield fund, issuing shares at the main fund …
Apprendre et désapprendre de l’extrême droite January 22, 2026 1:53 pm Green European Journal Dans le but d’endiguer la montée de l’extrême droite, les partis politiques européens ont souvent tenté de minimiser les problèmes soulevés par ces forces tout en adoptant certaines parties de leur programme. Comme l’ont clairement montré les récentes …
DeFi Dev Corp. Launches DisclaimerCoin (DONT), the First Publicly Traded Company-Created Memecoin in History January 22, 2026 1:30 pm EIN Presswire BOCA RATON, FL, Jan. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DeFi Development Corp. (Nasdaq: DFDV) (the “Company”), the first publicly traded Digital Asset Treasury (“DAT”) focused on accumulating and compounding Solana (“SOL”), today announced the launch of …
Nomura’s crypto arm debuts tokenized Bitcoin fund targeting excess returns January 22, 2026 1:17 pm Crypto Briefing Nomura's new fund aims to provide consistent returns by combining traditional strategies with Bitcoin exposure. Laser Digital Asset Management, the digital asset arm of Nomura, Japan’s largest investment bank, announced today the launch of Bitcoin …
New York Stock Exchange unveils tokenized share trading platform January 22, 2026 1:16 pm Coingeek Homepage > News > Finance > New York Stock Exchange unveils tokenized share trading platform The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is seeking regulatory approval for a new digital platform with tokenized shares traded on-chain 24/7 and instant …
US digital asset market structure legislation: It’s complicated January 22, 2026 1:16 pm Coingeek Homepage > News > Business > US digital asset market structure legislation: It’s complicated U.S. digital asset market structure legislation is fumbling toward its finish line, with one Senate committee proceeding without bipartisan support and …
Republicans and Democrats remain divided on crypto market structure bill despite new draft January 22, 2026 12:53 pm Cryptopolitan Senator John Boozman, a Republican US senator from Arkansas, disclosed that Democrats and Republicans have not yet reached an agreement on several crucial policy challenges related to legislation on crypto market structure. Boozman made these remarks just …
Year One of the Crypto President January 22, 2026 12:01 pm The Dispatch President Donald Trump’s crypto-friendly approach started immediately upon entering the White House. He made venture capitalist David Sacks the White House’s “AI and crypto czar;” he appointed Patrick Witt to be executive director of the President’s …
Bitcoin Policy Institute, Fedi, Cornell to study American views on financial privacy January 22, 2026 12:00 pm Coin Telegraph The Bitcoin Policy Institute (BPI), Fedi and Cornell University are launching a two‑year study on how Americans view financial privacy, the trade‑offs they will accept and how regulation shapes their behavior. The initiative brings together a Bitcoin (BTC …
Prudent AI Introduces Industry’s First Universal Income Platform January 22, 2026 11:56 am GlobalFinTechSeries Prudent AI launched Prudent AI Upfront Income, the industry’s first universal income platform designed to calculate qualified income for any loan type in a single tool with same-day certainty. Read More on Fintech : Global Fintech Interview with Kristin …
What Is the Best Crypto Wallet Today? January 22, 2026 11:52 am International Business Times - United Kingdom What makes a crypto wallet the 'best crypto wallet'? The answer to this question has naturally changed over time. Today, wallets are used for far more than storage, and expectations vary depending on how people interact with crypto. A wallet can be …
CLARITY in limbo: why the important crypto bill now hangs by a thread January 22, 2026 11:41 am Market Screener A canceled Senate hearing and industry infighting threaten a landmark crypto bill meant to end regulatory uncertainty. On January 15, US lawmakers were set to open a long-awaited hearing on crypto market structure, focused on the CLARITY Act, a bill meant …
DeFi Maturation: 2020 vs. 2025 January 22, 2026 11:37 am BeInCrypto If you were to close your eyes and summon the ghost of 2020, you would likely smell the digital equivalent of ozone and gunpowder. It was the era of the “DeFi Summer,” a period that felt less like a financial revolution and more like a high-stakes arcade …
Shiba Inu (SHIB) Next Rally Will Be Modest, Investors Are Buying This DeFi Crypto for Bigger ROI January 22, 2026 11:32 am Cryptopolitan Despite rumors of a small Shiba Inu rebound in the air, a capital migration strategy is at play, with a shift of focus from the appeal of the meme token to a new DeFi token. Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is a rapidly growing DeFi crypto in its presale. MUTM is in …
Mutuum Finance (MUTM) Reveals The Finalized Halborn Audit as Protocol Launch Window is Upcoming January 22, 2026 11:00 am EIN Presswire DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Jan. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a new crypto project developing a decentralized lending protocol on Ethereum, has announced the completion of its security audit conducted by Halborn Security. The audit …
How Strong Will HBAR Be in 2026? January 22, 2026 10:28 am Disruption Banking Hedera Hashgraph (HBAR) is positioning itself for a breakout year in 2026. Backed by a governing council of blue-chip firms and rapid tech upgrades, the network’s fundamentals are strengthening. Unlike a meme coin, HBAR’s value rests on enterprise traction …
If These Conflict Allegations Hold, the Citgo Auction Is Legally Unsalvageable January 22, 2026 10:28 am Disruption Banking There is an ongoing battle in a Delaware federal court over control of Citgo Petroleum, the Houston-based refiner widely regarded as the crown jewel of Venezuela’s foreign assets. In late November, Amber Energy, an affiliate of Paul Singer’s hedge fund …
Saga Layer-1 in Crisis as TVL Crashes 55% and Token Plunges 25%, Here’s Why January 22, 2026 9:53 am BeInCrypto Layer-1 blockchain protocol Saga has faced a severe crisis after a smart contract exploit on its SagaEVM chain resulted in nearly $7 million in losses. The incident has compelled the team to halt operations, triggering a sharp sell-off of its native assets …
Ripple (XRP) Aims for a New ATH in 2026 While This New Crypto Could Rocket 8,000% January 22, 2026 9:45 am Cryptopolitan As Ripple (XRP) steadily works towards a brand-new all-time high in 2026, a different kind of financial phenomenon is currently in play in the live market. A new crypto in the market is showing the incredible growth that nascent innovation can provide. …
Kestra Financial Expands Advanced Planning Capabilities with New Leadership Hire and Strategic Technology Partnership January 22, 2026 9:11 am GlobalFinTechSeries Kestra Financial, an industry-leading wealth management platform, announced significant investments in its advanced planning offering to help advisors deliver more comprehensive, personalized financial strategies to their clients. This includes the …
Fiserv and Sumitomo Mitsui Introduce Clover Suite of Products, Enabling Digital Commerce for Millions of Merchants January 22, 2026 9:11 am GlobalFinTechSeries Fiserv, Inc. , a leading global provider of payments and financial services technology, announced a new strategic partnership with Sumitomo Mitsui Card Company, Limited (SMCC) to bring Fiserv’s Clover® suite of products to the country. This collaboration …
XRP’s largest treasury explores AI-driven finance on XRPL January 22, 2026 8:02 am Cryptopolitan Evernorth is collaborating with agentic finance team t54 labs to manage its XRP treasury with AI automation, as it works toward becoming the world’s largest institutional holder of the token. According to the company’s press statement issued on Wednesday …
WalletConnect Integrates TRON Network, Connecting 600 Wallets to $21 Billion Daily Stablecoin Flow January 22, 2026 7:59 am Blockonomi TLDR: WalletConnect integration connects over 600 wallets and 70,000 dApps directly to TRON’s payment network. TRON processed $7.9 trillion in USDT transfers in 2025, handling $21 billion in daily stablecoin settlements. Trust Wallet processed $20M in TRON …
Volante Technologies Introduces Multi-cloud Resiliency Service To Ensure Non-stop Payments Processing During Major Cloud Outages January 22, 2026 7:51 am GlobalFinTechSeries Volante Technologies, the global leader in Payments as a Service (PaaS), announced the launch of its premium Multi-cloud Resiliency Service, engineered to keep financial institutions’ payment operations running seamlessly during major cloud provider …
Tokenization Boom Takes Center Stage at Davos 2026 as Market Exceeds $21 Billion January 22, 2026 6:36 am BeInCrypto Almost four days into the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, the strongest and most consistent theme for crypto has been the tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs). The event commenced on Monday, January 19, 2026, and will …
River (RIVER) Reaches All-Time High as Derivatives Market Sends Warning Signal January 22, 2026 6:36 am BeInCrypto River (RIVER) climbed to a fresh all-time high during early Asian trading hours, extending a rally that has lifted the altcoin’s value by nearly 750% over the past month. However, the derivatives market is flashing a key warning signal, raising concerns. …
Crypto bill could be delayed as Senate focuses on affordability: Report January 22, 2026 6:30 am Coin Telegraph Update (Jan. 22, 3:00 am UTC): This article has been updated to add further information about the crypto bill and a new draft released on Wednesday. Crypto market structure legislation could be delayed by several weeks as the Senate Banking Committee …
Bitwise says Q4 showed signs of a bear market bottom January 22, 2026 6:29 am Coin Telegraph The fourth quarter of 2025 potentially marked the end of the crypto bear market, according to a new report from crypto asset manager Bitwise. In the report shared on Wednesday, Bitwise chief investment officer Matt Hougan said that Q4 was full of mixed …
Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin Going All-In on Decentralized Social Media as Farcaster, Lens Change Hands January 22, 2026 6:22 am Decrypt In brief Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin is committing to decentralized social media in 2026, encouraging others to explore the space more intentionally. His words come amid major shakeups in the ecosystem as both Lens Protocol and Farcaster found new …
Bitcoin, DeFi and Tokenized Assets to Drive Crypto’s Next Phase, ARK Says January 22, 2026 6:22 am Decrypt In brief ARK Invest forecasts Bitcoin could account for roughly 70% of a projected $28 trillion digital-asset market by 2030, driven by ETF adoption and corporate treasuries. DeFi value shifts from networks to applications, as fee-generating protocols …
Crypto Markets Slip as Bitcoin Falls Below $90K January 22, 2026 5:43 am Hedgeco (HedgeCo.Net) The cryptocurrency market is under renewed pressure today after Bitcoin slipped below the psychologically critical $90,000 level, triggering a broader pullback across digital assets and reigniting debate over whether the market is entering a …
Coinbase launches expert board to assess quantum computing threat to crypto January 22, 2026 4:47 am Fortune Bitcoin is one of the world’s most battle-tested pieces of software. Launched in early 2009, the network has run continuously without being hacked, and today feels more secure than ever. There is, however, a threat on the medium-term horizon that threatens …
Exchange Bitcoin (BTC) to Ethereum (ETH): Why and How? January 22, 2026 4:30 am Hardware Secrets Bitcoin and Ethereum are the consistent leaders in the cryptocurrency market, with the former being the clear “king.” For many, owning even one coin is a dream, worth a fortune. However, often, the lucky owners of the “digital gold” ETH decide to exchange …
Top Fintech Events to Attend in Switzerland in 2026 January 22, 2026 3:57 am Fintech News Switzerland Free Newsletter Get the hottest Fintech Switzerland News once a month in your Inbox Education, openness, and innovation have enabled Switzerland to develop one of the world’s most competitive financial centers and become a leading fintech hub. The country …
Solana Seeker Users Get SKR Airdrop as SOL Price Nears Make-or-Break Technical Zone January 22, 2026 3:53 am NewsBTC Solana Mobile has rolled out its long-awaited SKR token airdrop for Seeker smartphone users and select developers, adding a fresh ecosystem catalyst as SOL trades near a critical technical support zone. Related Reading: What the Triple-Tap At $1.80 Means …
Ethereum Supply Tightens On Binance As Reserves Hit Lowest Level Since 2016 January 22, 2026 3:53 am NewsBTC Ethereum has slipped below the $3,000 level again as selling pressure returns across the broader crypto market, keeping bulls on the defensive after a brief recovery attempt. The move back under this psychological zone suggests that traders remain cautious …
ZKP’s Anti-Whale Presale Model Draws Attention Amid Solana ETF Inflows & Ethereum’s Market Pressure January 22, 2026 3:26 am Crypto Economy Ethereum and Solana continue to anchor much of the crypto conversation. Ethereum’s price reflects its strength as the settlement layer for DeFi and tokenized assets, yet scaling still depends on additional layers that shape both cost and usability. Solana’ …
Crypto Traders Quietly Pull Back From Prediction Markets January 22, 2026 3:25 am Crypto Economy TL;DR: “Maker” activity on Polymarket fell from 45,000 to approximately 20,000 active wallets. The pullback even affects Bitcoin markets, which recorded a sharp decline in participation. The decrease in liquidity providers suggests a shift toward a “risk- …
Cronos Labs Names New Executives to Lead Product and Growth Push Under Strategic Shift January 22, 2026 3:25 am Crypto Economy TLDR: Zain Bacchus (ex-Meta and OP Labs) takes over as Chief Product Officer (CPO). Smit Vachhani (ex-Optimism) joins as Senior Vice President of Growth. The company is transitioning from a generic L1 network to an ecosystem focused on trading applications …
Solana price eyes a rebound after new Circle and Ondo Finance product launches January 22, 2026 3:00 am crypto.news Solana price rose by more than 4% on January 21 as the crypto market staged a cautious recovery after the recent dive. Summary Solana price could be on the verge of a strong rebound after forming a cup-and-handle pattern. Circle launched its Gateway …
Ondo Finance Brings Tokenized U.S. Stocks and ETFs to Solana January 22, 2026 2:20 am Crypto Economy TL;DR Ondo Finance expands tokenized stocks and ETFs to Solana. Over 200 securities are now available to Solana’s user base. This follows its earlier launch of tokenized U.S. Treasuries. Ondo Finance expanded its tokenized asset offerings to the Solana …
Stablecoin Expansion Defines TRON’s Next Chapter January 22, 2026 2:20 am Crypto Economy TL;DR TRON ended 2025 as one of the largest stablecoin networks, with over $81 billion in total supply dominated by USDT. Daily transfer volumes have steadily increased, reflecting consistent real-world usage rather than speculative activity. Justin Sun’s …
Bitcoin Price Prediction: Is It Too Late To Buy BTC, and Why Mutuum Finance Could Be the Best Cheap Crypto To Invest In? January 22, 2026 2:09 am Cryptopolitan Bitcoin dropped drastically and lost nearly $4,000 following the announcement of new trade tariffs. A lot of individuals believe that Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is the most suitable cryptocurrency to invest in to grow in the long run. It is also perceived as …
Why Bitwise’s Matt Hougan Thinks Chainlink (LINK) Is Deeply Undervalued January 22, 2026 1:28 am CryptoPotato Following Bitwise's Chainlink ETP launch, Hougan said that investors misunderstand the asset's role, despite its dominance across stablecoins, DeFi, tokenization, and institutional crypto infrastructure. Matt Hougan, chief investment officer at …
Ripple President: Half of Fortune 500 to Adopt Crypto in 2026 January 22, 2026 1:28 am CryptoPotato Stablecoins, tokenized assets, and custody are set to replace pilot programs as crypto moves into core operations. Ripple President Monica Long has said that about half of Fortune 500 companies will adopt formal crypto or digital asset treasury strategies …
What Drives Demand for High-Performance Layer-1 Tokens in Volatile Markets January 22, 2026 12:57 am AI Time Journal - California High-performance layer-1 blockchains like Solana have captured attention in 2025’s volatile crypto markets. The SOL price hovers around $180, reflecting a market where speed and scalability matter more than ever. With Bitcoin at $103,000 and Ethereum …
XRP flashes signal that last triggered 68% price drop January 22, 2026 12:49 am Coin Telegraph A bearish signal from XRP’s cost-basis metric projected a major price drop, fueled by a weakening technical structure and spot ETF outflows. Will bulls defend critical price support? XRP’s (XRP) onchain market structure resembles a setup that led to …
Chainlink expands on-chain data with 24/5 US stock and ETF streams January 22, 2026 12:36 am Business Upturn Chainlink is rolling out a major upgrade to its on-chain data offerings. The blockchain will now support 24/5 trading data for US stocks and ETFs, covering every trading session. This includes regular market hours, pre-market, post-market, and …
Mike Cagney of Figure Technology Solutions Emphasizes Need to Critically Evaluate Potential of Blockchain Use-Cases January 22, 2026 12:10 am Crowdfund Insider Mike Cagney, Co-founder and Executive Chairman of Figure Technology Solutions (Nasdaq: FIGR), emphasizes the need to critically evaluate blockchain’s advantages over traditional systems. Rather than vague promises of cost savings or improved liquidity, …
DEFT LAWSUIT ALERT: The Gross Law Firm Notifies DeFi Technologies Investors of a Class Action Lawsuit and Upcoming Deadline January 22, 2026 12:00 am EIN Presswire NEW YORK, Jan. 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of DeFi Technologies (NASDAQ: DEFT). Shareholders who purchased shares of DEFT during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm …
Cardano Foundation Reaches First Milestone In New Governance Roadmap January 21, 2026 11:55 pm Bitcoinist The Cardano Foundation said it has hit the first milestone in its updated governance roadmap, expanding delegation to a new set of community representatives as the ecosystem leans further into on-chain decision-making. The move matters because it shifts …
XRP Price Prediction: Is Ripple Ready for Breakout? Mutuum Finance Remains the Best Cryptocurrency To Invest In for 100x Potential January 21, 2026 11:48 pm Cryptopolitan XRP is plummeting following its decline to the crucial mark of less than $2. The crash occurred when several traders were compelled to sell, which demonstrates that XRP is more of a speculative asset than an actual one. This renders it risky to the …
Bitget Unveils Universal Exchange (UEX) Whitepaper January 21, 2026 11:27 pm Blockzeit The world’s largest UEX platform, Bitget, has released a new whitepaper outlining its unified architecture that combines CeFi, DeFi, and TradFi to address the exchange trilemma. Bitget was just one of the many crypto exchanges when it was founded in 2018. …
Chainlink unlocks continuous on-chain markets for U.S. equities January 21, 2026 11:11 pm Cryptopolitan Chainlink now allows popular stocks and ETFs to be accessed on-chain 24 hours per day, 5 days per week. This upgrade opens up numerous on-chain use cases, such as trading, lending, and more. The move integrates the $80 trillion U.S. stock market onto the …
Creator Chain to Onboard Film and TV Studios to Foster AI Content Initiatives On-chain with ZTX January 21, 2026 11:09 pm EIN Presswire New York NY, Jan. 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Creator Chain, the ZK Layer 2 blockchain dedicated to servicing creators of all genres and their followers, has revealed that it is entering an exclusive partnership with 37th Degree, a global film, TV, and …
Digital Asset Treasury Companies Are Using Common Forms of Capital Raising — With a Few Twists January 21, 2026 11:00 pm JD Supra - California Key Points DATs — public companies formed or repositioned primarily to hold cryptocurrencies as reserve assets on their balance sheets — have become increasingly popular. DATs provide institutional investors with a novel alternative for portfolio …
VIKINGS TAKE TWO OF THREE IN BUSY WEEK ON THE HARDWOOD January 21, 2026 10:29 pm Grant County Press - West Virginia BY DAVID ROGERS vs. Hampshire Petersburg overcame a slow start Tuesday night at home against Hampshire, using a strong second quarter to pull away for a 79–60 victory over the Trojans. Winless Hampshire raced out to an early 9–0 lead, forcing Petersburg …
Franc succès pour la 25e campagne d’ONR à Edmundston! January 21, 2026 10:24 pm Telegraph-Journal Breadcrumb Trail Links infoweekend Durant la 25e campagne d’Opération Nez rouge à Edmundston, le nombre de raccompagnements a augmenté par rapport à l’année précédente On peut apercevoir la mascotte d'ONR en compagnie de la présidente d'honneur de …
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan Says Chainlink (LINK) Is Deeply Undervalued January 21, 2026 10:08 pm Crypto Economy TL;DR Bitwise launched a Chainlink ETP; Matt Hougan said its moderate reception reflects an incomplete understanding of the network’s role in crypto infrastructure. The CIO described LINK as a software platform that connects blockchains and external …
Wyatt: DeFi markets face cyclical highs and lows, crypto lending proves sustainable amid centralized failures, and risks of leveraged systems threaten stability | On The Brink with Castle Island January 21, 2026 9:13 pm Crypto Briefing The DeFi industry recently experienced a cyclical high followed by a significant decline in token valuations. Total Value Locked (TVL) is a crucial metric for assessing DeFi protocols' value. Crypto lending markets are sustainable due to their unique …
Marc Zeller: Insider trading laws don’t ensure market fairness, Aave governance highlights DAO potential, and ownership of assets is crucial in DeFi | Unchained January 21, 2026 9:13 pm Crypto Briefing Insider trading laws aim to prevent the misuse of privileged information rather than ensuring market fairness. Many on-chain analysts misinterpret market information, leading to flawed conclusions. Aave governance is seen as a potential success story for …
Vladimir Novakovski: DeFi must match traditional finance performance, why solving real-world problems is crucial, and the evolving role of Ethereum in trading | Empire January 21, 2026 9:13 pm Crypto Briefing DeFi must match the performance of traditional finance while maintaining verifiability. Building in crypto should focus on solving significant problems rather than building for its own sake. Most digital asset trading remains centralized, not utilizing …
Mask Network Assumes Control of Lens While Aave Recommits to DeFi Roots January 21, 2026 2:58 pm Crypto Economy TL;DR Aave transferred the stewardship of Lens to Mask Network, which will lead the development of consumer-facing applications. Mask Network will take over experience design, the roadmap, and day-to-day operations of Lens, managing existing SocialFi …
New SEC Filings Turn Up the Heat on Self‑Custody and DeFi Oversight January 21, 2026 2:58 pm Crypto Economy TL;DR The SEC added two submissions to the Crypto Task Force addressing self-custody and trading rules for tokenized and DeFi markets. A submission from Louisiana cited HB 488 and called for federal rules that preserve registration, transparency, and …
SEC submissions push for self-custody, proprietary trading in tokenized and DeFi markets January 21, 2026 2:19 pm Cryptopolitan New submissions filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission discuss self-custody rights and the regulation of proprietary trading in tokenized and decentralized finance markets. According to the SEC’s registry, the submissions were added on …
Aave refocuses on DeFi, hands Lens stewardship to Mask Network January 21, 2026 11:18 am Coin Telegraph Decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol Aave transferred stewardship of the social infrastructure protocol Lens to Mask Network, shifting responsibility for advancing consumer-facing social applications while retaining Lens as open-source infrastructure. …
Etherfi expands DeFi access with U.S. Liquid Reserve Vault January 21, 2026 7:28 am Cryptopolitan Etherfi has launched a Liquid Reserve Vault for American users, aiming to maximize USD-denominated returns on their USDT and USDC holdings. The launch expands access to Etherfi’s DeFi-native vault infrastructure. The Liquid reserve vault offers a simple …
DeFi Technologies Inc. Notice of January 30, 2026 Application Deadline for Class Action Lawsuit- Contact Lewis Kahn, Esq. at Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC, Before Application Deadline January 21, 2026 3:26 am EIN Presswire NEW YORK and NEW ORLEANS, Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., notifies investors in DeFi Technologies Inc. (“DeFi” or the “Company”) (NasdaqCM: …
DEFI TECHNOLOGIES URGENT CLASS ACTION ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Announces that a Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against DeFi Technologies Inc. and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm January 20, 2026 9:47 pm EIN Presswire Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Litigation Partner Brandon Walker Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In DeFi (DEFT) To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options If you purchased or acquired DeFi Technologies securities between May 12, 2025 and …
SOL Strategies Launches $STKESOL Token to Stake Over 500,000 SOL for DeFi Yield January 20, 2026 9:45 pm Crypto Economy TL;DR SOL Strategies launched $STKESOL, a liquid staking token for Solana. The company manages over 3.3 million SOL through acquired validators. Liquid staking tokens now represent 14% of all staked SOL. SOL Strategies Inc. introduced $STKESOL, a liquid …
Chainlink Expands Into Multitrillion‑Dollar U.S. Stock Market With 24/5 Equities Streams for DeFi January 20, 2026 9:44 pm Crypto Economy TL;DR Chainlink launched 24/5 on-chain data streams for U.S. stocks and ETFs, enabling near real-time pricing beyond regular market hours. The new system uses a pull-based update model with sub-second data delivery, which reduces gas costs and supports …
Pendle Unveils sPENDLE Token Upgrade to Strengthen DeFi Yield Infrastructure January 20, 2026 7:31 pm Blockonomi TLDR: Pendle achieved $5.7 billion average TVL in 2025, up 76% year-over-year with peak of $13.4 billion New sPENDLE token features protocol revenue buybacks and 14-day withdrawals or instant 5% fee option Platform generated $44.6 million in total fees …
Tharwa to integrate its thUSD stablecoin into the Real Finance DeFi chain January 20, 2026 6:26 pm Cryptopolitan RWA issuer THARWA will integrate its stablecoin, thUSD, into the Real Finance ecosystem. Real Finance is a fast-growing DeFi blockchain, seeking tools for sustainable on-chain yield. Real Finance will launch its thUSD stablecoin on the Real Finance …
Pomerantz Law Firm Announces the Filing of a Class Action Against DeFi Technologies Inc. and Certain Officers – DEFT January 20, 2026 5:21 pm EIN Presswire NEW YORK, Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against DeFi Technologies Inc. (“DeFi Technologies” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: DEFT) and certain officers.   The class action, filed in the …
Tharwa’s thUSD stablecoin integrates with Real Finance’s DeFi ecosystem January 20, 2026 3:59 pm crypto.news Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. Tharwa’s RWA-backed, Sharia-compliant stablecoin thUSD is now available on Real Finance, enabling ethical on- …
DEFT Investors Have Opportunity to Lead DeFi Technologies Inc. Securities Fraud Lawsuit with the Schall Law Firm January 20, 2026 3:24 pm EIN Presswire LOS ANGELES, Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against DeFi Technologies Inc. (“DeFi” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: DEFT) for violations of §§10(b) …
DeFi Users Gain Simplified Access to Real World Asset Yield Through Gate DEX and Plume Integration January 20, 2026 2:49 pm GlobalFinTechSeries Plume, the leading RWA blockchain powering real-world yield, launched the integration of the Nest nBASIS vault into the Gate DEX ecosystem, enabling DeFi users to access real world asset backed yield directly through their wallets. The integration allows …
Portnoy Law Firm Announces Class Action on Behalf of DeFi Technologies, Inc. Investors January 20, 2026 1:27 pm EIN Presswire LOS ANGELES, Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Portnoy Law Firm advises DeFi Technologies, Inc., (“DeFi” or the "Company") (NASDAQ: DEFT) investors of a class action on behalf of investors that bought securities between May 12, 2025 and …
DeFi protocol Pendle revamps governance token, citing low adoption January 20, 2026 6:30 am Coin Telegraph Decentralized Finance yield platform Pendle is set to replace its vePENDLE token as its primary governance and reward token, arguing the previous design held back broader adoption. In an announcement via X on Monday, Pendle unveiled sPENDLE, its new “ …
Nansen Integrates Katana to Boost Onchain Analytics for DeFi Traders January 20, 2026 2:14 am Ventureburn Katana Gains New On-Chain Insights Through Nansen Integration Nansen has integrated Katana to strengthen on-chain transparency for traders and developers. The partnership gives Katana users direct access to analytics through the Katana Growth Dashboard. …
The Legend Reimagined: SUN.io’s “Sun Wukong” Chinese Rebrand Powers a New DeFi Value Flywheel January 19, 2026 11:32 pm CryptoSlate Disclosure: This is a paid article. Readers should conduct further research prior to taking any actions. Learn more › On January 19 (SGT), SUN.io, TRON's flagship project, announced a strategic Chinese branding upgrade, reintroducing itself as “Sun …
DEFT DEADLINE: ROSEN, RECOGNIZED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages DeFi Technologies, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – DEFT January 19, 2026 6:41 pm EIN Presswire NEW YORK, Jan. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of DeFi Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: DEFT) between May 12, 2025 and November 14, 2025, both dates inclusive (the “Class …
Paradex Rollback Triggers DeFi Trust Debate After Critical Bug Misprices Bitcoin at $0 January 19, 2026 5:19 pm Crypto Economy TL;DR Paradex executed a rollback to block 1,604,710 after a database migration error sent Bitcoin’s price to $0 and triggered mass liquidations. The faulty migration produced incorrect pricing data, forced the cancellation of open orders except TPSL …
Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC Urges DeFi Technologies, Inc. Investors to Act: Class Action Filed Alleging Investor Harm January 19, 2026 5:00 pm EIN Presswire NEW YORK, Jan. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized investor-rights law firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against DeFi Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: DEFT) and certain of its …
OpenLedger Partners With Theoriq to Bring Verifiable AI Agents Into Live DeFi Markets January 19, 2026 3:13 pm The AI Journal SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As AI agents move from research environments into real-world financial systems, a fundamental challenge has emerged: verifying what these systems actually do when real capital is at stake. OpenLedger and …
Transmettre la foi : un défi pour 2026 January 19, 2026 12:40 pm FSSPX.NEWS Des conclusions qui valent en fait pour toutes les anciennes chrétientés occidentales touchées par la vague de sécularisation. Le paysage spirituel américain continue de se fragmenter. Selon les données publiées en décembre 2025, si 56% des Américains s’ …
Cryptoquant Analyst Tracks Five Key Crypto Assets for DeFi Fund in 2026 January 18, 2026 4:23 pm Blockonomi TLDR: Bitcoin maintains liquidity anchor status with spot order sizes consistently above $100,000 mark. Ethereum shows strongest institutional framework among tracked assets with 8% year-to-date gains. Solana functions as early risk indicator with 12% YTD …
XRP traders are rotating into a new DeFi coin under $0.1, analysts explain why January 18, 2026 4:19 pm Cyprus Mail A noticeable shift is taking place as XRP traders start looking beyond large-cap moves and into smaller DeFi coins priced under $0.10. Analysts tracking this rotation point to one clear target: Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a new DeFi project sitting at $0.04 in …
DeFi Protocol Mutuum Finance (MUTM) Progresses Through Roadmap Phase 2 with Halborn Audit Finalized January 18, 2026 12:00 pm EIN Presswire DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Jan. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a new crypto project developing a lending protocol on Ethereum, has confirmed the completion of its Halborn Security audit as the roadmap moves into Phase 2. The team …
Defi Leaders Raise Alarm Over Market Structure Bill's Shaky Future January 18, 2026 9:25 am MENAFN (MENAFN- Crypto Breaking) US Senate Postpones Markup of Digital Asset Market Clarity Act Amid Industry ConcernsThe proposed Digital Asset Market Clarity Act (CLARITY) in the U.S. Senate Banking Committee has been postponed indefinitely, as industry …
How Web3 Platforms Are Expanding Utility Across NFTs, DeFi, Digital Entertainment January 17, 2026 5:20 am NFT Evening Web3 development has accelerated through 2025 as platforms look beyond speculative trading and focus on practical utility. Projects that once revolved around simple NFT drops are now rolling out features tied to identity, access, and interoperable assets. …
Vault curators hit peak activity as Morpho drives DeFi lending growth January 16, 2026 5:06 pm Cryptopolitan Vault curators are reaching peak levels of activity, becoming a key growth driver for DeFi. Curators have been growing their footprint, expanding the value locked in the Morpho protocol. Vault curators are becoming a notable element in the growth of DeFi. …
Crypto whale uses leveraged DeFi strategy to build $38M position in tokenized gold January 16, 2026 5:06 pm Cryptopolitan A crypto whale has used a five-year-old leveraged decentralized finance strategy to buy tokenized gold, even as bullion prices show signs of cooling after recent record highs. According to blockchain data cited by Lookonchain on social platform X, the …