Ripple President Confirms Imminent Listings for RLUSD Stablecoin on Major Exchanges
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/ripple-president-confirms-imminent-listings-for-rlusd-stablecoin-on-major-exchanges
MediaRipple president Monica Long announced in a recent interview that the company's Ripple USD (RLUSD) stablecoin is expected to be listed on more major crypto exchanges "imminently."
Illuvium Reveals Plans for AI-Driven NPCs Through Partnership with Virtuals Protocol
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/illuvium-reveals-plans-for-ai-driven-npcs-through-partnership-with-virtuals-protocol
MediaEthereum-based gaming franchise Illuvium has announced a collaboration with Virtuals Protocol to integrate AI agents into its non-playable characters (NPCs).
Arthur Hayes Predicts Crypto Market to Peak by March 2025, Driven by Dollar Liquidity
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/arthur-hayes-predicts-crypto-market-to-peak-by-march-2025-driven-by-dollar-liquidity
MediaArthur Hayes, former CEO of BitMEX and now Chief Investment Officer at Maelstrom, has adjusted his outlook on the cryptocurrency market, predicting a peak in March 2025.
Dogecoin Falls 10%, Bonk and AI16Z See Steeper Losses as Crypto Market Dips
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/dogecoin-falls-10percent-bonk-and-ai16z-see-steeper-losses-as-crypto-market-dips
MediaDogecoin is facing a tough day, having dropped almost 10% in the last 24 hours.
Ripple Partners with Chainlink to Boost RLUSD Stablecoin Adoption in Decentralized Finance Across Two Blockchains
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/ripple-partners-with-chainlink-to-boost-rlusd-stablecoin-adoption-in-decentralized-finance-across-two-blockchains
MediaRipple has partnered with Chainlink to enhance the adoption and functionality of its Ripple USD (RLUSD) stablecoin within decentralized finance (DeFi).
Peter Brandt: XRP Market Cap of $500B Within Six Weeks is 'Possible'
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/peter-brandt-xrp-market-cap-of-dollar500b-within-six-weeks-is-possible
MediaVeteran trader Peter Brandt has projected that XRP could reach a market capitalization of $500 billion within the next six weeks, contingent upon a significant price breakout.
Solana Outpaces Ethereum and Base in 24-Hour DEX Trading Volume
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/solana-outpaces-ethereum-and-base-in-24-hour-dex-trading-volume
MediaThe Solana network recorded nearly $3.8 billion in 24-hour trading volume across its decentralized exchanges (DEXs) on Jan. 6, according to data from DefiLlama.
Pump.fun Dominates Solana Network, Responsible for 70% of Token Launches and 56% of Transactions
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/pumpfun-dominates-solana-network-responsible-for-70percent-of-token-launches-and-56percent-of-transactions
MediaPump.fun has recently been responsible for more than 70% of all token launches on the Solana network.
MicroStrategy Purchases 1,070 Bitcoin for $101 Million, Bringing Total Holdings to 447,470 BTC
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/microstrategy-purchases-1070-bitcoin-for-dollar101-million-bringing-total-holdings-to-447470-btc
MediaMicroStrategy, the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, made a significant move to start 2025 by announcing the purchase of 1,070 BTC for approximately $101 million.
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Potential Decline in Bitcoin Rally Anticipated Before January FOMC Meeting: 10x Research
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/potential-decline-in-bitcoin-rally-anticipated-before-january-fomc-meeting-10x-research
MediaWith Bitcoin approaching a potential rally fueled by Donald Trump's upcoming presidential inauguration on Jan. 20.
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Bitcoin Drops Over 10% From $108,000 High as Exchange Inflows and Miner Outflows Decline
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bitcoin-drops-over-10percent-from-dollar108000-high-as-exchange-inflows-and-miner-outflows-decline
MediaBitcoin reached an all-time high of $108,000 on Dec. 17, 2024, but has since dropped by over 10%.
Dogecoin Rises 21% in a Week as Whales Buy Over 1 Billion DOGE and Analysts Predict $1 by 2025
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/dogecoin-rises-21percent-in-a-week-as-whales-buy-over-1-billion-doge-and-analysts-predict-dollar1-by-2025
MediaDogecoin surged 21% over the past week, outperforming other major meme coins such as Shiba Inu, Pepe, and Bonk, which rose by 7%, 10%, and 14%, respectively.
New Anonymous Social Platform Launched on Farcaster: Anon World
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/new-anonymous-social-platform-launched-on-farcaster-anon-world
MediaKartik Patel has announced the launch of Anon World, a new social platform built on the Farcaster protocol, designed for anonymous user interactions.
Institutional Cryptocurrency Trading Ban in South Korea May Be Lifted, Says Report
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/institutional-cryptocurrency-trading-ban-in-south-korea-may-be-lifted-says-report
MediaSouth Korea’s Financial Services Commission (FSC) is reportedly planning to lift its effective ban on institutional trading of crypto.
What Happened in Crypto Today: The Bull Run Might Be Shorter Than We Thought
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/what-happened-in-crypto-today-the-bull-run-might-be-shorter-than-we-thought
MediaHere is a 2-minute breakdown of everything important that happened in crypto today.
Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs Attract $1.1 Billion in Inflows
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bitcoin-and-ethereum-etfs-attract-dollar11-billion-in-inflows
MediaBitcoin and Ethereum ETFs have seen a surge in investor interest, pulling in $1.1 billion in net inflows on January 6, 2025, following a slower start to the year.
CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam to Step Down After Four Years, Leaving Digital Asset Regulation Unresolved
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/cftc-chair-rostin-behnam-to-step-down-after-four-years-leaving-digital-asset-regulation-unresolved
MediaRostin Behnam, Chair of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), will step down from his position on Jan 20 after a four-year term.
Why Is Crypto Down Today: Bitcoin, Tech Stocks Fall as Economic Strength Challenges Rate Cut Hopes
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bitcoin-tech-stocks-fall-as-economic-strength-challenges-rate-cut-hopes
MediaMarkets decline on hotter-than-expected economic data, with Bitcoin shedding over 5%.
Hamster Kombat Announced HamsterVerse Amid DAO Support for Layer-2 Network
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/hamster-kombat-announced-hamsterverse-amid-dao-support-for-layer-2-network
MediaHamster Kombat, a tap-to-earn game developed by Telegram, has announced the creation of HamsterVerse, an entertainment ecosystem that will expand the franchise beyond traditional gaming.
Bitcoin Surpasses $100,000 for First Time in 2025 as Market Reacts to Fed’s December Moves and Trump’s Bitcoin Reserve Proposal
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bitcoin-surpasses-dollar100000-for-first-time-in-2025-as-market-reacts-to-feds-december-moves-and-trumps-bitcoin-reserve-proposal
MediaBitcoin surged above the $100,000 mark for the first time in 2025, reaching a high of $101,192 before pulling back slightly.
CoinShares Reports $585M Inflows Into Crypto ETPs in Early 2025 Following Record $44.2B in 2024
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/coinshares-reports-dollar585m-inflows-into-crypto-etps-in-early-2025-following-record-dollar442b-in-2024
MediaCrypto exchange-traded products (ETPs) saw $585 million in inflows in the first three days of 2025, according to CoinShares data.
CryptoQuant Signals Late Stages of Bitcoin Bull Run, Analysts Warn of Potential Correction
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/cryptoquant-signals-late-stages-of-bitcoin-bull-run-analysts-warn-of-potential-correction
MediaThe cryptocurrency market appears to be nearing the later stages of its current bull cycle, according to data analytics provider CryptoQuant.
Bernstein Analysts Set $200,000 Bitcoin Price Target for 2025
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bernstein-analysts-set-dollar200000-bitcoin-price-target-for-2025
MediaAnalysts at Bernstein are projecting a $200,000 price target for Bitcoin by the end of 2025.
Hamster Kombat Moves To Establish Partnership With TYCHO Blockchain
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/hamster-kombat-moves-to-establish-partnership-with-tycho-blockchain
MediaHamster Kombat has initiated a proposal for a partnership with TYCHO, a blockchain protocol recognized for its high-performance capabilities.
Phantom Crypto Wallet Denies Token Airdrop Rumors Following Launch of Social Features and Sui Blockchain Support
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/phantom-crypto-wallet-denies-token-airdrop-rumors-following-launch-of-social-features-and-sui-blockchain-support
MediaPhantom, the digital asset wallet, has refuted rumors about a possible token airdrop after the launch of its new social discovery feature.
Pudgy Penguins Token PENGU Surges 13%, While NFT Sales Decline by 52%
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/pudgy-penguins-token-pengu-surges-13percent-while-nft-sales-decline-by-52percent
MediaPudgy Penguins’ native token, PENGU, has risen 13%, trading at $0.040 as of Jan. 5.
75% of Ripple’s Jobs Now Based in the U.S. as Crypto Sector Prepares for Trump Administration
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/75percent-of-ripples-jobs-now-based-in-the-us-as-crypto-sector-prepares-for-trump-administration
MediaRipple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has announced that 75% of Ripple’s current job openings are now based in the United States.
MARA CEO Advocates Bitcoin Investment Strategy for Retail Investors
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/mara-ceo-advocates-bitcoin-investment-strategy-for-retail-investors
MediaFred Thiel, CEO of Bitcoin mining company Marathon Digital Holdings (MARA), has suggested that retail investors consider a long-term investment strategy in Bitcoin.