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Elon Musk joins Pavel Durov in skepticism of WhatsApp’s privacy claims
X owner Elon Musk has supported an assessment by Telegram founder Pavel Durov that WhatsApp is not offering secure communications, as alleged in a new lawsuit. Durov took to Musk’s social network this week to comment on the recently filed case, claiming his statement is based on an analysis of the encryption used by Meta’s […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 28
Steak ’N Shake Boosts Bitcoin Holdings After 18% Rise In Store Sales
Steak ’n Shake said this week that it quietly beefed up its Bitcoin stash as in-store sales jumped. The chain added $5 million in BTC to what it calls a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, bringing total crypto holdings to roughly $15 million. Reports say the company pointed to crypto payments as one of the ...Bitcoinist
Wed, Jan 28
Bitcoin Won’t Break Out Until The Fed Steps Into Yen/JGB Chaos: Arthur Hayes
Arthur Hayes says Bitcoin’s next leg higher is less about crypto-specific catalysts and more about whether US policymakers are forced to respond to mounting stress in Japan’s currency and government bond markets. stress he argues will ultimately translate into fresh dollar liquidity. In his latest e...NewsBTC
Wed, Jan 28
DeFi Crypto Mutuum Finance (MUTM) Becomes a Whale Favorite as V1 Protocol Launches on Testnet, $20M Raised in Presale
Mutuum Finance (MUTM) has been making strides towards becoming one of the leading DeFi crypto projects in the market. The crypto has now launched its V1 protocol on testnet, which is a significant milestone towards becoming a viable and functional platform. At the same time, it has raised over $20 million in its presale, a […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 28
ADGM to introduce crypto mining framework in the UAE
The UAE based ADGM Registration Authority (“RA”) has published Discussion Paper No. 1 of 2026, inviting stakeholder feedback on proposed guidance for crypto mining activities conducted within or from ADGM. As per the announcement, the proposal aims to provide clarity on regulations alongside responsible innovation and governance standards for crypto mining. In the discussion paper, […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 28
Bitcoin Whales Flip From Distribution To Early Re-Accumulation – Details
Bitcoin remains under pressure, struggling to reclaim the $88,000 level as uncertainty and persistent selling continue to dominate market sentiment. Price action reflects hesitation rather than panic, but the inability to attract sustained demand highlights a fragile short-term structure. According ...Bitcoinist
Wed, Jan 28
As Regulation Clouds Crypto’s Outlook, Bitcoin Everlight Positions Itself Around Decentralized Infrastructure
By early 2026, cryptocurrency regulation has moved from speculative risk to operational reality. Regulatory frameworks across the United States, Europe, and parts of Asia are no longer emerging concepts but enforceable systems influencing capital flows, product design, and market participation. While this shift has introduced friction across the sector, it has also accelerated a structural […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 28
Another NFT Platform Falls As Rodeo Announces Shutdown
Rodeo, a social-focused NFT marketplace, announced it will stop operating in early March after failing to grow enough to stay viable. The decision was shared by the team and its CEO on social channels, and users were given a short window to move their work off the site. Reports say the platform will...Bitcoinist
Wed, Jan 28
Gold makes a new all-time high of $5,350 as Shanghai silver smashes $140
Gold just hit a new all-time high of $5,350, pushing its market cap past $35 trillion, now trading at $5,338 after briefly spiking to $5,450. It’s already up 22% this year as investors bail on the US dollar and lose faith in government bonds. Shanghai silver just cracked $140, blowing past global benchmarks. The local […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Jan 28
Maple Finance Price Forecast: SYRUP prepares for a breakout as bearish pressure fades
Maple Finance (SYRUP) price is retesting the key resistance level at $0.34 on Wednesday, a firm close above suggests an upside move. The bullish price action is supported by on-chain data, including rising large-whale orders, cooling conditions, and buy-side dominance.Fxstreet
Wed, Jan 28
PayPal Survey: 4 In 10 US Merchants Now Accept Crypto
A rising share of shops in the US are now taking crypto at checkout. That shift is small in some places and big in others, but it is real. Reports say that roughly four in 10 US merchants accept cryptocurrency today, and customer interest is a clear reason why. Related Reading: Record Pain: Bitcoin ...NewsBTC
Wed, Jan 28
Tether Officially Debuts USA₮ In First Move Under US Stablecoin Framework
Tether, the issuer of the world’s most widely used stablecoin USDT, has officially launched a new dollar‑pegged cryptocurrency tailored specifically for the United States market. The token, called USA₮, marks Tether’s formal entry into the US’s new regulated stablecoin space and is designed to...Bitcoinist
Wed, Jan 28
