Year: 2026

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Bitcoin price surge prediction compared to gold ETF demand patterns by Bitwise CIO
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Bitcoin ETF Demand Could Trigger Stunning Gold-Like Price Surge, Says Bitwise CIO

January 13, 2026 j n

NEW YORK, March 2025 – Bitcoin stands poised for a potentially dramatic price appreciation that could mirror historical gold market movements if current exchange-traded fund demand maintains its trajectory, according to a detailed analysis from Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan. The cryptocurrency market faces a critical inflection point as institutional investment vehicles absorb Bitcoin […]

Blockchain visualization of anonymous CAKE token transfer to GSR Markets market maker
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CAKE Token Transfer: Mysterious $5 Million Move to GSR Markets Sparks Market Speculation

January 13, 2026 j n

In a significant blockchain transaction that captured immediate attention across cryptocurrency monitoring platforms, an anonymous digital wallet transferred 2.55 million CAKE tokens—valued at approximately $5 million—to an address associated with prominent market-making firm GSR Markets, according to blockchain analytics provider The Data Nerd. This substantial CAKE token transfer occurred on March 15, 2025, and represents […]

Ingenico payment terminal enabling stablecoin transactions via WalletConnect Pay at a retail checkout.
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Ingenico’s Revolutionary Partnership with WalletConnect Pay Unlocks Mainstream Stablecoin Payments

January 13, 2026 j n

In a landmark development for cryptocurrency adoption, global payment processing giant Ingenico announced a strategic partnership with WalletConnect Pay on March 15, 2025, fundamentally transforming how consumers can use digital assets for everyday purchases. This collaboration enables direct stablecoin payments at physical retail locations worldwide, bridging the gap between blockchain technology and conventional commerce. Consequently, […]

Polygon Labs acquires Coinme and Sequence to enhance Open Money Stack for global stablecoin payments
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Polygon Labs’ Strategic $250M Acquisition of Coinme and Sequence Revolutionizes Cross-Border Payments

January 13, 2026 j n

In a landmark move reshaping blockchain infrastructure, Polygon Labs has strategically acquired Bitcoin ATM operator Coinme and crypto wallet provider Sequence for $250 million, fundamentally transforming its Open Money Stack framework for global financial accessibility. This acquisition, confirmed to The Block on November 15, 2024, represents one of the most significant infrastructure consolidations in the […]

EZ Labs invests in Genius Trading DEX, a privacy-focused decentralized exchange advised by Changpeng Zhao.
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Strategic Move: EZ Labs Invests Tens of Millions in Changpeng Zhao-Advised Genius Trading DEX

January 13, 2026 j n

In a significant strategic move for the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector, venture capital firm EZ Labs has committed a major investment into Genius Trading, a company developing a privacy-centric decentralized exchange (DEX) with notable advisory ties to Binance founder Changpeng Zhao. This substantial financial backing, reported by The Block in early 2025, signals a pivotal […]

Franklin Templeton stablecoin funds conversion demonstrates institutional blockchain adoption with regulatory compliance.
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Franklin Templeton Pioneers Unprecedented Shift: Converting MMFs into Dedicated Stablecoin Reserve Funds

January 13, 2026 j n

In a landmark move for institutional cryptocurrency adoption, global asset manager Franklin Templeton has fundamentally restructured two of its core money market funds to serve as dedicated reserves for stablecoins, directly responding to evolving U.S. regulatory frameworks and signaling a profound maturation of digital asset infrastructure. This strategic conversion of the LUIXX and DIGXX funds, […]

Robinhood app listing Polkadot DOT token for spot trading on mobile platform
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Robinhood Spot DOT Listing: A Strategic Expansion That Reshapes Retail Crypto Access

January 13, 2026 j n

In a significant move for cryptocurrency accessibility, Robinhood Markets announced on March 15, 2025, that it has officially listed Polkadot’s DOT token for spot trading on its platform. This strategic expansion provides millions of retail investors with direct access to one of the most prominent interoperable blockchain networks. Consequently, the listing represents another milestone in […]

US December CPI inflation data analysis showing 2.7% year-over-year increase with economic implications
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US CPI December 2025 Rises 2.7% YoY: Critical Inflation Report Meets Expectations, Easing Market Fears

January 13, 2026 j n

WASHINGTON, D.C. — January 15, 2025 — The latest US CPI December 2025 data delivered a pivotal moment for financial markets, as the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a year-over-year inflation increase of 2.7%. This figure arrived precisely in line with economist forecasts, providing a crucial data point for the Federal Reserve’s ongoing battle against […]

CFTC Innovation Advisory Committee meeting to discuss cryptocurrency and financial technology regulation
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CFTC Innovation Advisory Committee: A Crucial Step Toward Modern Financial and Crypto Regulation

January 13, 2026 CryptoExpert

In a significant move to modernize financial oversight, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission announced on January 15, 2025, the formation of its Innovation Advisory Committee. This strategic initiative aims to guide regulatory approaches for emerging technologies transforming financial services, particularly cryptocurrency markets. The committee represents a deliberate effort to bridge the gap between rapid […]