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Visa crypto chief bets on stablecoin settlement, sees volumes growing
Visa says merchants don't accept stablecoin paymentsCrypto chief highlights annualised $4.5 billion in stablecoin settlementVisa sees demand for stablecoin-linked payment cardsBy Elizabeth Howcroft PARIS, Jan 14 (Reuters) - Visa is working to integrate stablecoins into existing payment system...Reuters
Wed, Jan 14
Futureswap exploited again as hackers steal $74,000 via reentrancy bug
Decentralized leverage trading platform Futureswap has been exploited for a second time in four days, with the hackers stealing an estimated $74,000 this time around. Blockchain security firm BlockSec Phalcon disclosed the second attack on X, revealing that attackers had exploited a new vulnerability in the same contract they had targeted just days earlier. The […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 14
$0.04 Crypto Poised to Shake Up the Top 10 by Overtaking Dogecoin (DOGE)
As Dogecoin (DOGE), a large-cap meme coin, remains in circulation with its minimal use case, a new DeFi platform known as Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is showing promise to investors interested in identifying the next crypto to explode in the market. MUTM is modeled on a utility-driven ecosystem. In its continued presale, MUTM has moved from […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 14
Changpeng Zhao questions how X would handle KYC if it becomes a financial platform
During a Chinese AMA on Binance Square on January 14, CZ expressed skepticism about how X, formerly Twitter, which is now owned by Elon Musk, will handle KYC as it expands the platform’s capabilities to cover financial features. This aligns with Musk’s desire to see X morph into an “everything app” where messaging and financial […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 14
Monero (XMR) Pushes to New Highs as Privacy Demand Outpaces Regulatory Pressure
The privacy-focused cryptocurrency Monero (XMR) is once again in the spotlight after reaching new record highs, even as governments tighten oversight of digital assets. Related Reading: Dogecoin Bulls Don’t Celebrate Too Early: This Level Still Must Fall XMR recently surged past $700, marking its hi...NewsBTC
Wed, Jan 14
Bitcoin Finds Relief As Futures-Driven Sell-Side Activity Declines Sharply, A Major Shift Incoming?
With the latest bounce on Tuesday, the Bitcoin price has moved back above the $94,000 level, which appears to have reignited bullish sentiment across the market. A confirmed indication of the renewed bullish sentiment is the recent drop in selling pressure from investors and the futures market. Futu...Bitcoinist
Wed, Jan 14
GeeFi’s (GEE) Upcoming Bonus System Creates Stronger Moment Than Ripple’s (XRP) Regulatory Wins, Pushing Presale to $2.6M
While the broader crypto market watches established projects like Ripple navigate price volatility and regulatory hurdles, GeeFi is capturing attention with its clear focus on building a comprehensive, user-friendly crypto wallet. The project is demonstrating significant forward momentum, driven by a successful presale that has surpassed the $2.6 million milestone. This influx of capital is […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 14
Ethereum Price Forecast: ETF and staking inflows drive ETH above $3,300
US-listed spot Ethereum (ETH) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded about $130 million in net inflows on Tuesday, their largest in nearly a week, per SoSoValue data. BlackRock's ETHA recorded the largest inflow, attracting $53.3 million after four consecutive days of outflows.
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Wed, Jan 14
Figure launches on-chain stock issuance and lending platform
Figure is rolling out a new way for companies to sell stock using blockchain rails instead of the old market plumbing. The blockchain-based lender said it is launching a platform that enables firms to issue on-chain equity, while allowing investors to lend shares directly to one another. No clearinghouses. No retail brokers. No long chain […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 14
Solana Price Forecast: SOL builds breakout momentum on retail interest and mild ETF inflows
Solana (SOL) is showing renewed strength, trading above $146 at the time of writing on Wednesday, as multiple catalysts converge to support a bullish outlook. SOL’s rebound follows weeks of consolidation above the $120 support level.
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Wed, Jan 14
Bitcoin’s Market Structure May Be Shifting: CPI Relief and Fresh Inflows Raise Eyebrows
Bitcoin is showing early signs of a trend reversal to the upside. The structural shift is being brought upon by a set of converging factors. This includes yesterday’s softer U.S. CPI data, a renewal of significant spot ETF inflows and a sizable short squeeze. After 57 days of consolidation, Bitcoin has closed a daily candle […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 14
What a $1,500 Position in This New Crypto Might Look Like by Late 2027
The early crypto asset price projections tend to be based on what the current position might be in a few years. When a token in front of its primary utility window, not after it, is discussed, large upside scenarios are usually given. One new altcoin that sells at less than $1 has already done so, […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 14
China is on a mission to domesticate its chip equipment manufacturing industry
Chinese chipmaker Montage is planning a $10 billion IPO in Hong Kong, and Alibaba, along with JPMorgan Asset Management, is putting in money early. They’re joining as cornerstone investors, which means they’re buying in before the shares go public and have to keep their stock for a fixed period, according to a report from Bloomberg. […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 14
Bitcoin At $100K Could Spark A Fresh Wave Of Retail FOMO, Analysts Warn
Bitcoin pushed past $95,000 on Tuesday, drawing attention from traders and analysts who say real buying of the coin, rather than bets on derivatives, is driving the move. Related Reading: Bitcoin’s New Power Buyers: Companies Bought 3 Times What Miners Produced According to figures from Coingecko, t...NewsBTC
Wed, Jan 14
Here’s Why The Bitcoin, Ethereum, And Dogecoin Prices Are Surging Today
The broader crypto market is seeing an unexpected uptick, with the Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Dogecoin prices among the top coins recording gains. This sharp increase in value follows the release of US economic data, which indicates positive trends in unemployment and consumer spending. Additionally, po...Bitcoinist
Wed, Jan 14
Hong Kong man dies after reporting $1.2 million loss in cryptocurrency trades
A Hong Kong man named identified as Chen has reportedly jumped to his death after losing about $10 million HKD (about $1.2 million) in failed cryptocurrency trades. The ominous list of tragedies linked to cryptocurrencies and their traders added a new devastating entry earlier in the week when news broke out of Hong Kong that […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 14
