Market
Exchanges
Binance becomes first crypto exchange with broker-dealer license in Brazil
Binance's landmark broker-dealer license in Brazil marks significant progress in aligning with local crypto regulations.
Tokenization
January to see $7 billion crypto token unlock amid market uncertainty
Token unlocks often trigger short-term price declines, challenging market stability despite controlled release mechanisms.
Crypto
US Bitcoin reserve idea could spark global race, Metaplanet CEO predicts
Georvich predicts US move to adopt Bitcoin would spur global competition, stabilize developing nations' currencies.
Regulation
China tightens grip on crypto with new foreign exchange rules
China's tightened regulatory measures signal a deeper clampdown on crypto-related foreign exchange transactions.
People
Vitalik Buterin helps Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm with $170k New Year donation
Community rallies for open-source advocate as Buterin's donation aids Storm's defense against money laundering allegations.
Crypto
Syrian research explores Bitcoin legislation to stabilize currency amid challenges
The SCER proposes Bitcoin integration to combat economic struggles and enhance currency stability in Syria, despite sanctions and limited crypto adoption.
Technology
X aims for super app status in 2025 with X Money, X TV and deeper AI integration
The move to integrate payments positions X as a formidable player against platforms like PayPal.
Regulation
FCA struggles with crypto ads as UK looks to encourage crypto compliance
Legal actions against social media influencers underscore the FCA's focus on those promoting risky financial schemes amidst widespread violations.
Investments
Binance Labs eyes 2025 rebranding and expanded investments amid favorable US regulations
Changpeng Zhao's potential leadership role could shape Binance Labs' future.
Ethereum
Ethereum’s blob adoption sparks rise in ETH burns, surpassing Uniswap
Ethereum blob fees generated around $4 million in fees during the past month.
Tokenization
Polkadot ecosystem thriving with $210 million treasury amid record transactions in 2024
Polkadot's ecosystem thrives with new interoperability solutions, as its Treasury marks a significant financial milestone.
Crime
2016 hacker Blockchain Bandit resurfaces shifting $172 million in Ethereum to new wallets
Blockchain Bandit's resurgence exposes enduring threats from outdated key generation techniques.
