Analysis
ETF
Vanguard says Bitcoin is “immature asset class”
Vanguard rejects Bitcoin ETFs, citing the cryptocurrency's lack of maturity and alignment with its investment philosophy.
Crypto
Trac Core launches ‘Trac Core for TAP Protocol’ to revolutionize Bitcoin data indexing
Trac Core's 'TAP Protocol' launch revolutionizes Bitcoin data indexing with user-friendly and eco-conscious technologies.
Regulation
CFTC Chair calls for comprehensive regulation for digital assets following ETF approvals
CFTC Chair Rostin Benham raised significant concerns regarding the current state of cryptocurrency and digital asset regulation during a speech in Naples on Jan. 26.
ETF
BlackRock’s IBIT ETF now holds almost 50,000 BTC as AUM hits $2 billion
The rapid accumulation reflects the strong investor interest but also marks a significant moment in the integration of digital assets into mainstream finance.
Legal
OneCoin lawyer sentenced to 10 years in prison over laundering $400 million
Locke Lord LLP's former lawyer sentenced for laundering millions from OneCoin fraud.
Mining
Bitcoin developer Luke Dashjr raises concerns over centralization in Bitcoin mining
Dashjr believes that the dominance of a few large mining pools poses a serious threat to the decentralized nature of Bitcoin.
Crypto
Strike CEO calls Ethereum ‘tech play,’ says Bitcoin solves the ‘biggest financial problem’ of our time
According to Mallers, Bitcoin is "the only innovation" that can solve the "central banking problem" and serve as a global reserve currency.
Technology
BIS to focus on tokenization, CBDC as part of 2024 strategy
The 2024 roadmap points to a continuation of the watchdog's engagement with digital financial technologies.
Politics
US lawmaker probing Meta’s involvement with digital assets, blockchain tech
Congresswoman Maxine Waters has asked Meta to clarify its intentions regarding five trademark applications involving cryptocurrency-related services.
ETF
Bitcoin ETFs expected to launch in Hong Kong by mid-2024
Multiple firms are looking to launch spot Bitcoin ETFs within the coming months now that Hong Kong has softened its stance toward the industry.
Trading
Bitcoin falls below key $40k threshold amid continued sell off
The decline to around $40,000, Bitcoin's lowest level since mid-December of the previous year, has been driven by a sustained sell-off amid a series of macroeconomic and market-specific factors.
Legal
Prominent crypto lawyer criticizes SEC overreach in Ripple lawsuit, advocates for financial freedom
Crypto lawyer John Deaton deems SEC's lawsuit against Ripple an attack on personal liberties, highlighting the broader fight for financial freedom in America.