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Company behind $24B Telegram illicit marketplace launches “censorship-resistant” stablecoin
Huione Group, the company behind Telegram-based illicit marketplace Huione Guarantee, has launched its stablecoin. According to blockchain security company Elliptic, it launched the USDH stablecoin in September. Huione Group introduced the stablecoin just a few months after Elliptic published its report that its subsidiary, Huione Guarantee, is a hub for fraudsters and criminal gangs in […]Cryptopolitan
Tue, Jan 14
Stocks and crypto rebound as dollar dips after PPI and tariff hike reports
The markets went wild on Tuesday, with stocks and cryptocurrencies bouncing back as the dollar took a hit. A surprise cooling in wholesale inflation and whispers about Donald Trump’s plan for gradual tariff hikes shook up trading floors. Wall Street held its breath, waiting for the next shoe to drop with Wednesday’s Consumer Price Index […]Cryptopolitan
Tue, Jan 14
Chainlink Weekly Chart Looks Promising – If Bulls Reclaim $30 ‘ATH Are Next’
Chainlink has showcased its volatility over the past few days, with the price plunging 12% before staging an impressive 13% recovery in less than 24 hours. This rapid rebound has sparked optimism among investors, who view the altcoin’s resilience as a sign of its potential for significant gain...NewsBTC
Tue, Jan 14
US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says
By Scott DiSavinoJan 14 (Reuters) - U.S. power consumption will rise to record highs in 2025 and 2026, the government's Energy Information Administration said in its Short Term Energy Outlook (STEO) on Tuesday.With growing demand from data centers dedicated to artificial intelligence and cryptocurre...Reuters
Tue, Jan 14
Outgoing SEC chair Gary Gensler praises Bitcoin and disses Trump in weird interview
Gary Gensler, the SEC chair everyone loves to hate—or hate to love—is on his way out, leaving behind a trail of lawsuits, crypto crackdowns, and some very opinionated quotes. In his final interview before stepping down, Gary dropped a surprising line: Bitcoin is different. Yes, the same guy who spent years hammering crypto firms with […]Cryptopolitan
Tue, Jan 14
Crypto liquidity inflows slow down as the stablecoin market cap remains relatively unchanged
Liquidity inflow in the crypto ecosystem has slowed down significantly since the year began. Data from Glassnode shows that the stablecoin market capitalization sits at around $189.1 billion with a 30-day net change of less than 1%.Cryptopolitan
Tue, Jan 14
Trump to attend the World Economic Forum(WEF) in Davos after inauguration – Market expectations
Donald Trump will attend the WEF virtually, which is scheduled for next week. Three days after entering the White House, his appearance is expected to be the highlight of the annual elite gathering in the Swiss Alpine resort. Borge Brende, a former Norwegian foreign minister who heads the Geneva-based organization, said, “On Thursday afternoon, he […]Cryptopolitan
Tue, Jan 14
Analyst Says Dogecoin Has Entered Another Bull Cycle, Puts Price Above $20
Crypto analyst Javon Marks has provided a bullish outlook for Dogecoin, stating that the foremost meme coin has entered another bull phase. The analyst also predicted how high the foremost meme coin could rally in this bull phase. Dogecoin To Rally Above $20 As It Enters New Bull Cycle In an X post,...NewsBTC
Tue, Jan 14
CORRECTED-UPDATE 4-Australia's Macquarie to invest up to $5 bln in Applied Digital data centers
Corrects paragraph 1 to say Macquarie will take a stake in Applied Digital's high-performance computing unit, not the whole company. The error was there in previous versions of the story; Removes reference to valuation of 15% stake in Applied Digital and Macquarie's shareholding in the company Ja...Reuters
Tue, Jan 14
CORRECTED-Macquarie to invest up to $5 bln in Applied Digital data centers, WSJ reports
Corrects paragraph 1 to say Macquarie will take a stake in Applied Digital's high-performance computing unit, not the whole companyJan 14 (Reuters) - Investment bank Macquarie will invest up to $5 billion in Applied Digital's APLD.O AI data centers and will take a 15% stake in the company's high-per...Reuters
Tue, Jan 14
Sony’s new patent shows improvement in cross-platform multiplayer gaming
Sony reveals plans to revolutionize cross-platform multiplayer gaming by introducing a new invitation system that would allow PlayStation users to invite their friends from other platforms to join them in multiplayer sessions through a shared link. The new patent was filed on May 9, 2024, and published on January 2, 2025. It reveals that Sony is […]Cryptopolitan
Tue, Jan 14
The Best AI Agent Coins to Buy Now — Analysts Claim 13X Potential
When deciding how to beef up your crypto wallet balance, it’s natural to look at big currencies like Bitcoin or meme coins. But have you considered the best AI agent coins? The top AI coins are currently hot, cheap to buy, and promise potentially big profits for investors. With the current AI mania ...NewsBTC
Tue, Jan 14
Telegram’s TON blockchain to expand to the US
The Telegram-affiliated TON blockchain is set to expand its operations into America. This comes as the country welcomes a new administration in six days. The TON Foundation is looking to capitalize on President-elect Donald Trump’s pro-crypto policies. The entity plans to grow its reach on the largest economy in the world. According to a Bloomberg […]Cryptopolitan
Tue, Jan 14
Bitcoin reclaims $97k as US inflation data drives risk-on rally
Bitcoin shot back to $97,044 on Tuesday, climbing 4.5% in a single day after plunging below $90,000 earlier in the week. The broader crypto market followed suit, with the CoinDesk 20 index rising 3.9%. Traders scrambled to reposition after new inflation data pointed to a cooling economy, triggering a risk-on rally across both cryptos and […]Cryptopolitan
Tue, Jan 14
Cardano Price At Risk Of 15% Crash, Analyst Warns It Might Get ‘Bloody’
The Cardano price currentlyfinds itself in a risky position, and technical analysis highlights the possibility of a significant price correction.The analysis, conducted on the 4-hour candlestick chart and shared on TradingView, points to a potential 15% decline for the Cardano price in light of a re...Bitcoinist
Tue, Jan 14
US, Japan, and Korea issue “Strong Warning” on DPRK cyber theft
The United States, Japan, and South Korea have issued a joint warning about the ongoing cyberattacks launched by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) cyber actors. These attacks target blockchain tech, crypto exchanges, and digital asset custodians globally. The three nations suggest that the DPRK’s cyber program poses a huge threat to the integrity […]Cryptopolitan
Tue, Jan 14
