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Founded in 2018, Cryptopolitan has grown from a popular blog into a trusted source of news and analysis for millions of readers worldwide. Over the years, we have expanded our coverage to include a wide range of topics, from market trends and technological innovations to regulatory changes and industry events.
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Bitpanda may complete its IPO by the end of H1, or even as early as Q1
Bitpanda may be able to complete its IPO by the end of H1, said sources familiar with the matter. The Austrian platform is a leader in its country, and may tap a favorable IPO season in the Euro Area.
Tue, Jan 13
Man sentenced to 20 years in prison for using crypto to launder drug money
A Gen Z drug trafficker has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after authorities found that he used crypto as a money laundering and payment tool in a narcotics distribution network worth $4 million. The kingpin was sentenced at the Ulsan District Court, where prosecutors accused the kingpin and his gang of smuggling drugs […]
Tue, Jan 13
Intersect’s Hard Fork Working Group proposes to name Cardano's 2026 hard fork as Protocol Version 11, the “van Rossem” hard fork
Intersect’s Hard Fork Working Group has proposed to name the next Cardano hard fork to Protocol Version 11, the “van Rossem” hard fork, after DRep Max van Rossem.
Tue, Jan 13
Yield loses $3.7 million after extreme slippage wipes out GHO trade
Yield, a decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol, has lost $3.73 million in trade. This was a result of extreme slippage, resulting in 3.84 million GHO being exchanged for just 112,000 USDC. According to Perkshield, the transaction involved six different tokens and leveraged two DeFi platforms, including Uniswap V4 and Bancor. Several internal ETH transfers were executed […]
Tue, Jan 13
Next Crypto Under $0.1 That Could Hit $1? Experts Highlight a New Cheap Altcoin
Each cycle, there is a small number of cheap tokens that begin to give indications of being the next breakout. They tend to be discovered prior to the larger market taking up the cue. Analysts have already started indicating a new cheap altcoin selling below $0.10, which is on the verge of a big protocol […]
Tue, Jan 13
A French regulator says 30% of crypto companies without a MiCA licence in France are unresponsive
A French regulator has revealed that 30% of crypto companies without a MiCA licence in France are unresponsive. There’s no communication on whether they intend to get the licence required under new EU rules or will cease operating by July. Stéphane Pontoizeau, executive director of the market intermediaries and market infrastructures supervision directorate at […]
Tue, Jan 13
Rallies for smaller cryptocurrencies lasted just 20 days on average in 2025
The wild ride that lesser cryptocurrencies previously provided to investors has dramatically shortened. These digital tokens are now experiencing price spikes that fade at record speed, indicating a significant shift in where individuals are investing their speculative funds. In 2025, rallies for these lesser-known crypto assets would generally endure only 20 days, according to market […]
Tue, Jan 13
Huobi HTX has called out the Flow network for creating an isolated recovery plan
The Flow protocol can’t seem to catch a break, as Huobi HTX, an exchange linked to Justin Sun, publicly condemned the project’s recovery plans after it suffered close to a $4 million exploit. An update shared via the Huobi official site detailed the major security incident that occurred on the Flow network in December last […]
Tue, Jan 13
Polygon Labs acquires Coinme and Sequence for over $250 million as part of its Open Money Stack strategy
Polygon Labs has acquired two U.S.-based crypto startups for over $250 million in a bid to position itself as a competitor to Stripe. Multiple leading companies, including Stripe, Visa, Mastercard, and traditional banks, are investing billions to capture market share in the stablecoin industry. And now, Polygon, a crypto powerhouse company, has splurged on its […]
Tue, Jan 13
Could XRP and Dogecoin Surge in 2026? Investors Are Making $15,700 Day with NAP Hash Cloud Mining!
As the crypto market moves into a new phase in 2026, XRP and Dogecoin (DOGE) are back in the spotlight. XRP is benefiting from clearer regulatory and legal expectations, along with continued institutional interest through channels such as ETFs—helping restore confidence in its longer-term outlook. Dogecoin, meanwhile, remains largely driven by its community, with price […]
Tue, Jan 13
Financial firms sold $3.5 billion in structured notes linked to the S&P 500 Futures Excess Return Index last year
The popularity of structured products associated with the S&P 500 Futures Excess Return Index, often denoted by the ticker SPXFP, has skyrocketed. Last year, issuance increased by 48% to $3.5 billion, indicating a strong demand from investors for securities intended to benefit from stable market circumstances and falling interest-rate expectations. According to Structured Products Intelligence, […]
Tue, Jan 13
Russia drafts bill to make cryptocurrency part of everyday life, lawmaker says
A bill facilitating the everyday use of cryptocurrency in the Russian Federation has been drafted already, revealed a high-ranking member of the parliament in Moscow. According to the official, a key figure in efforts to regulate decentralized digital assets in Russia, the legislation is expected to boost the country’s crypto sector. Crypto to become part […]
Tue, Jan 13
The Next Big Crypto Under $0.05? Analysts Say This Altcoin Has a Clean 550% Potential
Altcoins with small-cap sizes tend to have their best price performance preceding big lists and issuances. Analysts following the early-stage DeFi tokens are currently looking at one project that has a lower valuation than most of the bigger and more densely-traded ones in the market and which may have less baggage on its way to […]
Tue, Jan 13
Former NYC Mayor Eric Adams has launched his own cryptocurrency “NYC Token”
Former NYC Mayor Eric Adams launched his own cryptocurrency, “NYC Token,” on the Ethereum Blockchain. Adams stated that funds raised by the sale of NYC Token will go towards fighting antisemitism and “anti-Americanism.” The project has since been called a “rugpull” by investors. Eric Adams announced the launch of his own cryptocurrency, NYC Token, on […]
Tue, Jan 13
Korbit hit with nearly $2 million fine over widespread AML and KYC failures
The South Korean crypto exchange Korbit has accepted a fine of nearly $2 million. The exchange also has an official warning for widespread failures in its AML and customer verification systems. In a statement, Korbit stated, “We respectfully and humbly accept the Financial Intelligence Unit’s decision to impose a fine. […] Despite the difficult circumstances, […]
Tue, Jan 13
Circle says regulated stablecoins could form a new global settlement layer
Circle announced stablecoins will represent a new financial layer for online transfers of value, with USDC becoming a leader as a regulated stablecoin.
Tue, Jan 13
Nigeria moves to pass sweeping AI law as Africa’s biggest digital economy tightens oversight
Nigeria is preparing to approve legislation that will put the country at the forefront of African nations working to control artificial intelligence, marking a shift after tech companies operated with little supervision for years in one of the continent’s largest digital economies. The National Digital Economy and E-Governance Bill will hand regulators authority over data, […]
Tue, Jan 13
ZKsync pivots to real-world infrastructure as core focus for 2026 strategy
ZKsync has listed real-world infrastructure as the primary focus in its 2026 strategy, building upon existing capabilities and unlocking new classes of applications.
Tue, Jan 13
Solana (SOL) Investors Eye This $0.04 New Crypto After 3x Surge, Experts Say
When a large altcoin starts calming down following a good streak, a number of traders will start searching the market in case they can find opportunities at an earlier level. The historical track record of Solana has offered excessive returns, yet the recent price action has made some investors seek the tokens that are still […]
Tue, Jan 13
Google shifts early Pixel development from China to Vietnam
Google plans to shift the early development of its premium Pixel smartphones to Vietnam this year, marking a major change in how the tech giant manages its manufacturing operations. The company will relocate what’s called new product introduction work for its high-end phone models away from China, Nikkei Asia reports. This includes the Pixel, Pixel […]
Tue, Jan 13
