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DeepSnitch AI Raised Over $1.1M Ahead of January 2026, While Polygon and Arbitrum Face Friction

Money is headed toward rails that make crypto practical for institutions. Stablecoin funding, tokenization platforms, and tighter compliance work are turning one-off experiments into financial plumbing. With that in mind, projects with something already built and a clear timing setup can still pull in serious capital even as markets simmer.Among these, it’s official that Deepsnitch AI raised over $1.2M ahead of its launch (coming up in just a few weeks), which is no small feat, especially as the

Crypto User Loses $282 Million in Bitcoin and Litecoin to Social Engineering Scam

The theft marks the biggest individual crypto heist of 2026 and surpasses the previous social engineering record of $243 million set in August 2024.How the Attack HappenedThe victim was tricked into revealing their seed phrase through a hardware wallet scam, according to blockchain investigator ZachXBT, who disclosed the incident via his Telegram channel. Security firm ZeroShadow identified that the attacker impersonated Trezor “Value Wallet” support to manipulate the victim into sha

Anchorage Digital Eyes $400M Fundraising Round Ahead of Potential 2027 IPO

Institutional crypto platform Anchorage Digital is seeking to raise between $200 million and $400 million in fresh capital as it prepares for a potential initial public offering in 2027, according to Bloomberg reports from sources familiar with the matter. The company has not publicly confirmed these plans.The New York-based firm operates the first federally chartered digital asset bank in the United States, giving it a regulatory advantage in the rapidly growing institutional crypto sector.Stab

Bitcoin (BTC) Price Prediction: Bitcoin Poised for a $100K Breakout After Classic Bull Pattern Emerges

Analysts tracking U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs and global on-chain metrics note that BTC’s key levels near $94,500–$95,000 are critical. Historical bull patterns, combined with current liquidity and institutional participation, suggest a setup for upward movement, though volatility remains a factor.Technical Structure Signals Potential UpsideUsing a combination of on-chain data and price chart analysis, DeFiTracer, an on-chain analyst specializing in cryptocurrency market structure, identified a repea

Trump hinted that XRP’s price could rise to $100 once the risks subside

Amid volatility, investors turn to BI DeFi cloud mining for steady XRP participation even during price swings. Last Monday, XRP’s price climbed back above $2.50, successfully breaking out of its nearly month-long consolidation range. Many market participants viewed this move…

TokensCloud announces strategic alliance progress for U.S. cloud mining expansion in 2026

TokensCloud advances U.S. cloud mining expansion for 2026, signaling push to become a global Bitcoin leader. Introduction: A defining moment in TokensCloud’s growth journey TokensCloud has announced significant progress toward a strategic alliance that will accelerate its U.S. cloud mining…

Best Passive Income Play for January 2026: $177 Aave Lending vs Digitap ($TAP) 124% Staking

At nearly 75% below its all-time high, Aave no longer offers the upside volatility it once did. For many investors, it has become a yield play rather than a growth play.Meanwhile, Digitap ($TAP) is quietly gaining traction during its crypto presale. While much of the focus has been on its banking capabilities, one feature stands out for passive-income seekers: staking. In a market where price appreciation is uncertain, a predictable yield is becoming more attractive.That shift is why many are st

CLARITY Act Becomes Battle Over Who Controls Onchain Dollar Yield as Banks and Crypto Clash

After missing its January 15 markup date, the bill now sits at the center of a debate that could determine whether onchain dollar lending stays in America or moves overseas.The Senate Banking Committee postponed its scheduled vote after Coinbase, America’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, withdrew support for the legislation. The company’s CEO Brian Armstrong stated the exchange would rather have “no bill than a bad bill,” citing concerns about restrictions on stablecoin

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Accuses Banks of Undermining Trump’s Crypto Agenda 

Bitcoin MagazineCoinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Accuses Banks of Undermining Trump’s Crypto Agenda Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has accused major U.S. banks of attempting to sabotage President Donald Trump’s pro-crypto agenda, warning that proposed changes to a Senate market structure bill could stifle innovation, ban entire categories of digital assets and strip Americans of the ability to earn yield on stablecoins.In a wide-ranging interview with Fox Business anchor Maria Bartiromo on Mornings Wi

Google Blocks Binance and OKX from South Korea’s Play Store Starting January 28

Google Play Store is enforcing new rules that require all crypto platforms to prove registration with South Korea’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) as Virtual Asset Service Providers, or face removal from the market.The policy change affects millions of South Korean crypto traders who rely on mobile apps for trading. Prominent global exchanges remain unregistered, meaning their apps will be blocked from new installations and updates.Registration Requirements Create High BarriersFor overs

Hedera Price Prediction: HBAR Trades at risk of further loss as crucial support is still not recaptured

Analysts warn that the larger structure continues to favour downside continuation in spite of times of consolidation unless bulls take back key levels.As the token approaches the $0.12 level, market participants are keenly following whether demand will be able to support the price, which will fall in support levels as shown in the higher-timeframe charts.HBAR Trades Below an Important S/R LevelIn a more recent X post, analyst Popeye (@SailorManCrypto) presented a more cautious view of the daily

Utah Man Gets 3 Years in Prison for $3 Million Crypto Fraud and Unlicensed Money Business

Brian Garry Sewell, 54, of Washington County, received his sentence on January 15, 2025, from U.S. District Court Judge Ann Marie McIff Allen. The judge ordered him to serve 36 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release. Sewell must also pay over $3.8 million in restitution to his victims and federal agencies.The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Utah announced the sentencing, marking the end of a multi-year fraud operation that exploited cryptocurrency’s

Ethereum (ETH) Price Prediction: Is Ethereum Near an EMA Breakout Above $3,400 After Holding $3,000 Support?

Ethereum’s current consolidation between $3,200 and $3,400 is being closely monitored. Observers note that institutional buying and technical setups could provide a foundation for upward momentum, while market volatility remains a key factor to watch.Ethereum Price OverviewEthereum (ETH), the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency, is showing signs of stabilization after recent market fluctuations. As of January 16, 2026, the Ethereum price today hovers around $3,318, maintaining above critical s

BlockDAG’s $442m presale nears end, only 3.1b coins left, millions mining while others struggle to catch up

BlockDAG presale nears Jan 26 close, offering $0.003 entry with $0.05 launch price and 1,566% potential gains. BlockDAG (BDAG) is emerging as a standout project while many cryptocurrencies struggle for direction. With over $442 million raised, 3.5 million active miners…

Riot Stock ($RIOT) Rockets 13% Following Major Data Center Lease with AMD

Bitcoin MagazineRiot Stock ($RIOT) Rockets 13% Following Major Data Center Lease with AMDRiot Platforms (NASDAQ: RIOT) has completed the purchase of 200 acres at its Rockdale, Texas, site and signed a long-term data center lease with Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD), marking the first major hyperscale tenant at the location.The fee simple acquisition replaces Riot’s prior ground lease at Rockdale and was funded entirely through the sale of approximately 1,080 bitcoin from the company’s balance

Why BTCC's $5.7 Billion Gold Trading Surge Signals a Turning Point for Real-World Assets in Crypto

\When cryptocurrency emerged with promises of replacing traditional finance and creating entirely new asset classes, few predicted that digital gold tokens would become one of the most traded instruments on exchanges like BTCC. Yet 2025 data reveals a striking pattern that challenges common assumptions about what crypto users actually want when markets turn uncertain.\BTCC exchange crossing $5.72 billion in tokenized gold trading volume represents more than a statistical milestone. The 809% volu

XRP Price Prediction: XRP Breakout Signals Build as Regulatory Wins Fuel $6.62–$18 Long-Term Scenarios

XRP price action is drawing renewed attention as technical structure, regulatory developments, and on-chain behavior begin to align. While short-term volatility remains present, recent data suggest that the asset is holding key levels that have historically mattered during transitional market phases, rather than late-cycle peaks.Technical Analysts Highlight Cycle-Based XRP Breakout SignalsSeveral analysts have highlighted XRP’s longer-term price structure as approaching a transitional phase. Cry

Top 5 most popular cloud mining platforms in 2026: Why HashBitcoin is the leading choice for investors

Cloud mining leads 2026 crypto earnings as Hashbitcoin stands out as a transparent, stable, user-friendly platform. Cloud mining has emerged as one of the most efficient and scalable ways to earn cryptocurrencies in 2026. Unlike traditional hardware mining, cloud mining…

Belarus Creates Legal Framework for Bitcoin and Crypto Banks in New Decree

Bitcoin MagazineBelarus Creates Legal Framework for Bitcoin and Crypto Banks in New DecreeBelarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has signed Decree No. 19 “On Cryptobanks and Certain Issues of Control in the Field of Digital Tokens,” officially creating a legal framework for bitcoin and crypto banks in the country. The decree makes Belarus a hub for financial technology innovation while providing a regulated path for cryptocurrency services.Under the new law, a crypto bank is defined as a

Following the listing of the XRP ETF in New York, how XRP holders can guarantee a daily profit of $18,700

Amid volatility, investors turn to Arc Miner cloud mining for intuitive crypto participation without hardware or risk. XRP has reached a significant milestone. The first 2x leveraged XRP ETF in the US market has officially launched on the NYSE Arca.…