Coinbase Notifies Users of CFTC Subpoena Related to Polymarket Investigation
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/coinbase-notifies-users-of-cftc-subpoena-related-to-polymarket-investigation
MediaCoinbase has reportedly been served with a subpoena from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) concerning the crypto prediction market platform Polymarket.
Dogecoin's Silence on Social Media Might Indicate Strategic Buying Moment, According to Analysts
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/dogecoins-silence-on-social-media-might-indicate-strategic-buying-moment-according-to-analysts
MediaA recent report from Santiment indicates that Dogecoin's sentiment has hit a low point, prompting some analysts to suggest it may represent a buying opportunity.
Outgoing CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam Urges Stronger Cryptocurrency Regulation Before Departure
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/outgoing-cftc-chair-rostin-behnam-urges-stronger-cryptocurrency-regulation-before-departure
MediaRostin Behnam, the outgoing Chair of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), made his final public remarks on January 8, 2025.
US Prosecutors to Search Do Kwon’s Emails, Twitter, and Devices in Terra Fraud Case
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/us-prosecutors-to-search-do-kwons-emails-twitter-and-devices-in-terra-fraud-case
MediaUS prosecutors have laid out their plans for discovery in the ongoing criminal case against Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon.
Bitcoin Drops to $92,500 as Federal Reserve Policies and $631 Million in Liquidations Shake Market
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bitcoin-drops-to-dollar92500-as-federal-reserve-policies-and-dollar631-million-in-liquidations-shake-market
MediaBitcoin’s price fell to $92,500 on Jan 7 after briefly surpassing $100,000 earlier that day, marking its first breach of the psychological milestone since Dec 19.
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.
Solana Set for Growth as U.S. ETF Prospects and Retail Interest Surge: Analyst Insights
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/solana-set-for-growth-as-us-etf-prospects-and-retail-interest-surge-analyst-insights
MediaSolana (SOL) is poised for potential growth in 2025, driven by increasing retail investor interest and the anticipated approval of a U.S.-based spot Solana exchange-traded fund (ETF).
What Happened in Crypto Today: Is This Dump a Massive Bear Trap?
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/what-happened-in-crypto-today
MediaHere is a 2-minute breakdown of everything important that happened in crypto today.
Large Bitcoin Holders Accumulate 34,000 BTC Following December Price Dip, Analysts Forecast 2025 Surge
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/large-bitcoin-holders-accumulate-34000-btc-following-december-price-dip-analysts-forecast-2025-surge
MediaSince December 2024, institutional Bitcoin holders have been purchasing significant amounts of the cryptocurrency, buying more than 34,000 BTC, worth approximately $3.2 billion.
SEC Chair Gensler Reflects on Crypto Enforcement Ahead of Departure
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/sec-chair-gensler-reflects-on-crypto-enforcement-ahead-of-departure
MediaGary Gensler, the outgoing Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), reiterated his critical view of the cryptocurrency industry, describing it as "rife with bad actors."
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.