White House threatens to pull support for crypto bill after Coinbase standoff: Report
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Coinbase withdrew support for the CLARITY Act, warning the draft would restrict DeFi, ban tokenized equities and eliminate stablecoin rewards.
Coinbase withdrew support for the CLARITY Act, warning the draft would restrict DeFi, ban tokenized equities and eliminate stablecoin rewards.
Authors: Amin Haqshanas ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-17 06:44:04
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Bitcoin copying 2022 'bear market rally' despite 21% BTC price gains
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Bitcoin market research warned that BTC faced another bear market in 2026 if it was unable to reclaim its yearly moving average.
Bitcoin market research warned that BTC faced another bear market in 2026 if it was unable to reclaim its yearly moving average.
Authors: William Suberg ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-16 15:48:39
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Who gets the yield? CLARITY Act becomes fight over onchain dollars
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The CLARITY Act is becoming a fight over who controls yield as rules split DeFi companies and incumbents and risk pushing onchain US dollar yield offshore.
The CLARITY Act is becoming a fight over who controls yield as rules split DeFi companies and incumbents and risk pushing onchain US dollar yield offshore.
Authors: Christina Comben ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-16 15:00:00
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Bitcoin ‘bullish’ in Q1 says Willy Woo, XRP lacks CLARITY: Trade Secrets
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Bitcoin analyst Willy Woo says Bitcoin’s near term future is bright. CLARITY act may have a nasty surprise for XRP holders. Trade Secrets.
Bitcoin analyst Willy Woo says Bitcoin’s near term future is bright. CLARITY act may have a nasty surprise for XRP holders. Trade Secrets.
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Trump moves on the Fed, Italy warns ‘fin-fluencers’: Global Express
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US President Donald Trump is bringing criminal charges against the head of the Fed in what many see as a political move motivated by a desire for lower interest rates.
US President Donald Trump is bringing criminal charges against the head of the Fed in what many see as a political move motivated by a desire for lower interest rates.
Authors: Aaron Wood ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-16 13:00:00
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US Dollar Finishing Week Softly but Within Consolidative Ranges
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The US dollar is softer against all the G10 currencies, but the general consolidation seen this week continues. Japanese officials continued their verbal intervention, and with the US holiday on Monday, the risk of material intervention is seen as greater, and some yen shorts have covered. [...]
The US dollar is softer against all the G10 currencies, but the general consolidation seen this week continues. Japanese officials continued their verbal intervention, and with the US holiday on Monday, the risk of material intervention is seen as greater, and some yen shorts have covered. [...]
Keywords: Currency Movement
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
Source: Marc to Market ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-16 11:56:00
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
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Published: 2026-01-16 11:56:00
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Moldova moves to regulate crypto under EU-style MiCA rules
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Moldova plans to introduce its first crypto law in 2026, aligning with the EU’s MiCA framework while warning citizens about digital asset risks.
Moldova plans to introduce its first crypto law in 2026, aligning with the EU’s MiCA framework while warning citizens about digital asset risks.
Authors: Zoltan Vardai ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-16 10:18:32
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KBC Bank to launch Bitcoin and Ether trading in Belgium under MiCA
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The lender will offer crypto trading through its Bolero platform as Belgium’s MiCA rules take effect, despite no licenses yet appearing on the ESMA’s register.
The lender will offer crypto trading through its Bolero platform as Belgium’s MiCA rules take effect, despite no licenses yet appearing on the ESMA’s register.
Authors: Helen Partz ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-16 09:10:06
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Ripple and UC Berkeley Launch the University Digital Asset Xcelerator (UDAX) to Supercharge the XRP Ecosystem
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UBRI's University Digital Asset Xcelerator (UDAX) program. This program is designed to bridge the gap between early-stage innovation and institutional readiness, providing founders with the technical resources, mentorship, and capital connections necessary to scale on the XRP Ledger (XRPL).
UBRI's University Digital Asset Xcelerator (UDAX) program. This program is designed to bridge the gap between early-stage innovation and institutional readiness, providing founders with the technical resources, mentorship, and capital connections necessary to scale on the XRP Ledger (XRPL).
Source: Crypto, Blockchain and FinTech Industry Insights Blog | Ripple ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-16 00:00:00
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Grok faces bans… but 8 lawsuits claim ChatGPT use can kill: AI Eye
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Grok is more controversial, but there are eight lawsuits over deaths of ChatGPT users. Plus, why you can never trust OnlyFans again. AI Eye
Grok is more controversial, but there are eight lawsuits over deaths of ChatGPT users. Plus, why you can never trust OnlyFans again. AI Eye
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US crypto market structure bill in limbo as industry pulls support
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The crypto market structure bill in the US Senate has been delayed amid disagreements among lawmakers and influential cryptocurrency companies.
The crypto market structure bill in the US Senate has been delayed amid disagreements among lawmakers and influential cryptocurrency companies.
Authors: Aaron Wood ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-15 13:46:53
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BitMine to invest $200M in YouTuber MrBeast’s Beast Industries
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BitMine Immersion Technology will invest $200 million in MrBeast’s Beast Industries, linking crypto capital with the world’s largest creator platform.
BitMine Immersion Technology will invest $200 million in MrBeast’s Beast Industries, linking crypto capital with the world’s largest creator platform.
Authors: Zoltan Vardai ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-15 13:24:10
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Universal blockchains buckle under real-world demands
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General-purpose blockchains can’t solve industry disputes over construction changes or equipment usage. Specialized layer 1s are optimized for stateless audit trails and regulatory compliance.
General-purpose blockchains can’t solve industry disputes over construction changes or equipment usage. Specialized layer 1s are optimized for stateless audit trails and regulatory compliance.
Authors: Steven Pu ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-15 12:30:00
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The Dollar is Firm but Consolidating
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The consolidation phase in the dollar continues today. Relatively narrow ranges are prevailing, including with the Japanese yen, where the threat of intervention has helped steady the exchange rate. The Bank of Japan meets next week, and although reports suggest that it will take the [...]
The consolidation phase in the dollar continues today. Relatively narrow ranges are prevailing, including with the Japanese yen, where the threat of intervention has helped steady the exchange rate. The Bank of Japan meets next week, and although reports suggest that it will take the [...]
Keywords: Currency Movement
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
Source: Marc to Market ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-15 11:53:00
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
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Published: 2026-01-15 11:53:00
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Bitcoin prints classic bottom signals as BTC nears $101K reclaim
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Bitcoin nears two-month highs as RSI divergence and a bullish MACD cross build, with BTC eyeing $101,000 as the next major reclaim level for trend confirmation.
Bitcoin nears two-month highs as RSI divergence and a bullish MACD cross build, with BTC eyeing $101,000 as the next major reclaim level for trend confirmation.
Authors: William Suberg ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-15 10:15:19
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Zcash Foundation says SEC closed 2023 probe into privacy coin
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The investigation into Zcash, launched with an SEC subpoena over a “matter of certain crypto asset offerings,” ended this week, according to the foundation.
The investigation into Zcash, launched with an SEC subpoena over a “matter of certain crypto asset offerings,” ended this week, according to the foundation.
Authors: Turner Wright ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-14 17:55:35
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Bitcoin price tags $97K despite high PPI inflation on no US tariff ruling
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Bitcoin price action headed to new eight-week highs, diverging from US stock markets after higher-than-expected November PPI data.
Bitcoin price action headed to new eight-week highs, diverging from US stock markets after higher-than-expected November PPI data.
Authors: William Suberg ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-14 15:34:45
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Here’s why crypto is moving to Dubai and Abu Dhabi
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While US regulators dithered and Singapore moved cautiously, the United Arab Emirates has been forging ahead with its pro-crypto empire.
While US regulators dithered and Singapore moved cautiously, the United Arab Emirates has been forging ahead with its pro-crypto empire.
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The Dollar Consolidates while Japan Steps Up its Intervention Threats and Decision Day for the SCOTUS
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The dollar is mostly softer, but the consolidative tone persists. The yen remains the notable exception. Japanese officials have taken several steps up the intervention ladder with heightened warnings. The market initially extended the greenback’s gains to JPY159.45 before taking some profits [...]
The dollar is mostly softer, but the consolidative tone persists. The yen remains the notable exception. Japanese officials have taken several steps up the intervention ladder with heightened warnings. The market initially extended the greenback’s gains to JPY159.45 before taking some profits [...]
Keywords: Currency Movement
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
Source: Marc to Market ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-14 11:53:00
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
Source: Marc to Market ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-14 11:53:00
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Efforts to bulletproof Ethereum are paying off in user metrics
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The Ethereum blockchain underwent a series of upgrades last year that have resulted in lower transaction fees and more active addresses.
The Ethereum blockchain underwent a series of upgrades last year that have resulted in lower transaction fees and more active addresses.
Authors: Aaron Wood ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-14 08:22:09
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US Senate Agriculture Committee sets Jan 27 for CLARITY Act markup
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The Senate Agriculture Committee plans to publish its crypto market structure bill on Jan. 21 and to hold a markup hearing on Jan. 27.
The Senate Agriculture Committee plans to publish its crypto market structure bill on Jan. 21 and to hold a markup hearing on Jan. 27.
Authors: Brian Quarmby ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-14 04:00:17
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Bitcoin attempts $92K breakout as stocks hit new record on low US CPI data
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Bitcoin sought new weekly highs as US CPI numbers came in below expectations and President Donald Trump called for more interest-rate cuts.
Bitcoin sought new weekly highs as US CPI numbers came in below expectations and President Donald Trump called for more interest-rate cuts.
Authors: William Suberg ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-13 15:18:39
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World central banks rally behind Powell, stress Fed independence
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Crypto experts say political pressure on the US Federal Reserve could drive volatility, but also shift flows toward Bitcoin and gold in the long run.
Crypto experts say political pressure on the US Federal Reserve could drive volatility, but also shift flows toward Bitcoin and gold in the long run.
Authors: Amin Haqshanas ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-13 13:40:45
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JPY Slumps
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The US dollar is mostly confined to narrow ranges against most of the G10 currencies today, ahead of the US CPI report and US corporate earnings. The yen is a notable exception. The dollar reached through JPY159.00 and has barely backed off. The ostensible catalyst is the heightened [...]
The US dollar is mostly confined to narrow ranges against most of the G10 currencies today, ahead of the US CPI report and US corporate earnings. The yen is a notable exception. The dollar reached through JPY159.00 and has barely backed off. The ostensible catalyst is the heightened [...]
Keywords: Curency Movement
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
Source: Marc to Market ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-13 11:44:00
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
Source: Marc to Market ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-13 11:44:00
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Bitwise CIO calls Bitcoin 401(k) restrictions ‘ridiculous’ as Warren presses SEC
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US President Donald Trump opened the door to cryptocurrencies in 401(k) retirement plans through an executive order issued in August.
US President Donald Trump opened the door to cryptocurrencies in 401(k) retirement plans through an executive order issued in August.
Authors: Stephen Katte ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-01-13 05:55:47
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