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UK economy forecast to grow 1.4% in 2025, beating most of Europe
Britain is expected to see its economy expand by 1.4% this year, surpassing major European countries but falling behind the government’s promise to lead growth among wealthy nations. The British economy will do better in 2025 than initially anticipated, according to new statistics from Bloomberg Economics, with November’s results showing more momentum towards the end […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Jan 15
Bitmine to invest $200 million in Beast Industries as investors await shareholders' vote result
Ethereum (ETH) treasury firm Bitmine Immersion (BMNR) said it will invest $200 million in Beast Industries, the company founded by YouTube creator Jimmy Donaldson, popularly known as MrBeast, according to a statement on Thursday.
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Thu, Jan 15
WhatsApp pauses chatbot restrictions for Brazilian users after regulator pushback
Meta Platform’s messaging services app, WhatsApp, is reportedly still enabling AI providers access to users with Brazilian numbers as the country ordered the firm to halt implementing restrictions imposed under its new policy. Brazil’s regulatory authorities asked WhatsApp to suspend a new policy, which comes into effect on Thursday, 15 January, that stops third-party general-purpose […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Jan 15
Best Crypto to Buy for 20x Upside? Experts Compare Shiba Inu (SHIB) and This New Altcoin
One question continues to emerge when crypto investors consider the current prices of crypto, and it is what crypto should buy to gain significantly. Shiba Inu is one of the most spoken meme coins, and its massive following and extensive history are known to the majority of crypto investors. Nevertheless, new projects that have genuine […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Jan 15
Crypto Goes Davos: Ripple And Hedera Step Into WEF Week
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse is slated to appear on a World Economic Forum (WEF) panel on tokenization during Davos 2026, while Hedera says it will sponsor and participate in a slate of senior-level events running alongside the annual gathering. The WEF Annual Meeting 2026 is scheduled for Jan. 19–2...Bitcoinist
Thu, Jan 15
Best Ripple (XRP) Alternative: GeeFi’s (GEE) Latest Roadmap Update Impresses Analysts, Predicting 2900% ROI in 2026
Ripple is making headlines by securing preliminary e-money licenses in Europe. While such developments show the industry’s maturation, they also highlight the high barrier to entry for investors seeking substantial returns from these giants. This is why intelligent investors are turning their focus to high-utility projects like GeeFi, which offers a ground-floor opportunity before its […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Jan 15
CME Group to launch Cardano, Chainlink, and Stellar futures on February 9
CME Group, a leading global derivatives exchange, announced plans to launch futures contracts for Cardano (ADA), Chainlink (LINK), and Stellar (XLM) on February 9. The products are regulated by the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). The Chicago-based derivatives marketplace will offer both micro-sized and larger-sized contracts for each crypto asset. The new offerings will […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Jan 15
Bitcoin Rally Reflects Buyer Conviction On Coinbase Spot Markets, Bull Run Back On?
The recent Bitcoin rally may be driven by real spot demand on Coinbase. Data indicating elevated spot activity on Coinbase suggests that this move higher is bolstered by direct purchases rather than leveraged positioning in derivatives markets. This distinction matters because Spot buying reflects a...NewsBTC
Thu, Jan 15
Moldova to regulate cryptocurrency ownership and trading in 2026
The Eastern European nation of Moldova will regulate cryptocurrency ownership and transactions as part of a comprehensive framework to be adopted this year. Admittedly unable to prohibit the use of decentralized digital assets, the small country is required to implement the latest EU rules as a candidate for membership. EU hopeful Moldova sets out to […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Jan 15
Cardano (ADA) Eyes $0.50, but Short-Term Momentum Looks Weak as This New Crypto Rises
Cardano (ADA) is stabilizing around key support levels, but momentum in the short term is still lacking. The market sentiment is still cautious, even with the $0.50 target. Technical analysis reveals that without new driving forces, ADA could remain range-bound, making it less attractive to market participants. Another project that is gaining traction in the […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Jan 15
Xunlei sues former CEO Chen Lei for alleged embezzlement of up to $28.6 million
Chinese technology company Xunlei has filed a lawsuit against its former chief executive officer, Chen Lei, and his core team, seeking damages of up to RMB 200 million, which is approximately $28.6 million. Lei and former senior vice-president Dong Xue have fled overseas to evade investigation, according to sources close to the case. The legal […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Jan 15
BNB Price Forecast: BNB Foundation completes a $1.3 billion token burn as price consolidates
BNB is trading sideways above support at $900 at the time of writing on Thursday, after a correction from the previous day’s high of $954. Retain interest in the exchange native token has also narrowed, suggesting that investors have been quick to book profits.
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Thu, Jan 15
Greed Reawakens In Crypto Land After A Long Cold Stretch
According to the Crypto Fear & Greed Index, investor mood has swung back toward optimism, registering a score of 61 on Thursday. That is the first time the gauge has moved into the “greed” zone since the large market fallout on Oct. 11, when roughly $19 billion in liquidations drove many traders...Bitcoinist
Thu, Jan 15
UK court backs regulator and rejects Revolut, Visa, and Mastercard challenge
The UK High Court just sided with the Payment Systems Regulator (PSR), shutting down a legal challenge from Revolut, Visa, and Mastercard. All three companies were trying to stop a plan that would limit what banks can charge each other for cross-border online payments. They lost. The court said the UK regulator was right to […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Jan 15
Iranian citizens turn to stablecoins amid currency collapse
The Iranian rial has collapsed in value to its weakest level ever recorded, sparking protests and political turmoil across the country. Experts cite that this situation is unlikely to improve any time soon, as a clear path forward for the country’s economic revival is uncertain. Iran is facing an economic crisis, driving levels of societal […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Jan 15
CoinGecko co-founder addresses $500 million sale rumors amid crypto M&A surge
CoinGecko’s founder has responded to rumors that the platform is exploring a potential sale at a valuation of around $500 million, with investment bank Moelis reportedly on board as adviser. The discussion reportedly started in late 2025 amid a proliferation of crypto mergers and acquisitions, which reached record levels in 2025 and have shown no […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Jan 15
U.S. jobless claims fall below 200,000 for first time since November 2025
U.S. jobless claims dropped to 198,000 last week, a level not seen since November, after weeks of choppy holiday data. The fall caught almost everyone off guard. New filings for unemployment benefits declined by 9,000 in the week ended January 10, according to new data released by the Labor Department. The U.S. rarely sees claims […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Jan 15
Analyst Says XRP Price Just Entered Neutral State – What This Means
A crypto analyst has announced that the XRP price has just entered a neutral state and could be gearing up for a major rally. He explains how this phase has historically appeared before strong rallies and outlines what the current market structure may signal for XRP moving forward. XRP Price Enters ...NewsBTC
Thu, Jan 15
