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✅ HashKey Europe Secures VASP License from Ireland’s Central Bank
HashKey Europe, a subsidiary of the Hong Kong-based cryptocurrency exchange HashKey, has obtained approval for a VASP license from Ireland.
📊 Cryptocurrency price check 📊
🔹 BTC: $101,749 + 2.70%
🔹 ETH: $3,664 + 0.58%
🔹 BNB: $728 + 1.99%
🔹 XRP: $2.44 + 2.52%
🔹 ADA: $1.14 + 5.82%
🚨 Canadian Crypto Moderator Goes Into Hiding After Alleged Bitcoin Kidnapping Attempt
A Canadian volunteer moderator of a crypto forum has reportedly gone into hiding with his family after an alleged attempt to kidnap him.
📝 Nasdaq ISE Seeks SEC Approval to Raise Options Limits for IBIT to 250,000 Contracts
Nasdaq ISE has filed a proposal with the SEC to significantly raise the position and exercise limits for options on the iShares ETF (IBIT).
👀 Crypto Industry Optimistic as Michael Barr Leaves Fed Vice Chair Role
Michael Barr’s resignation as Fed Vice Chair brings fresh optimism to the crypto industry seeking regulatory change.
🧬Vitalik Buterin Liquidates $2.5M in Meme Coins to Fund Kanro Charity
Vitalik Buterin has liquidated nearly $1 million worth of meme coins, using the proceeds to support his Kanro charity.
🇲🇹Socios.com Secures Malta VFAA License, Advancing MiCA Compliance
Socios.com has secured a Malta VFAA license, paving the way for regulated digital asset services across the EU.
🚀 KULR Technology Invests $21 Million in Bitcoin, Total Holdings Now 430 BTC
KULR Technology allocates an additional $21M to Bitcoin, raising its reserves to 430 $BTC.
🚨Vietnamese Police Arrest Four Suspects in Crypto Scam Amid Global Crackdown on Crypto-Linked Schemes
Vietnamese police arrested four suspects for defrauding 200+ victims of $157K through a crypto scam involving fake mining schemes. Efforts to combat such scams continue globally.
✅ GSR Secures FCA Approval for Crypto Trading and Liquidity Services in the UK
GSR, a major crypto trading and liquidity provider, has obtained regulatory approval from the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
📈 Crypto Products See $585M Inflows in First 3 Days of 2025 Despite Year-End Outflows
Digital asset investment products kicked off 2025 with inflows of $585 million in the first three days of the year.
🧲 UAE to Attract Crypto Ventures Amid EU's Stringent MiCA Regulation: Experts
The UAE is poised to become a key destination for crypto and stablecoin ventures seeking refuge from the MiCA regulation.
🚀 Trump-Led Bitcoin Rally Faces Uncertainty Ahead of Fed's January Rate Decision: 10x Research
A potential Bitcoin rally, anticipated to gain momentum ahead of Donald Trump’s inauguration, may face challenges later in the month.
💵 MARA Lent Out 7,377 Bitcoin in 2024 to Cover Mining Costs
Bitcoin mining company MARA, formerly known as Marathon Digital, lent out 7,377 Bitcoin (BTC) in 2024 to generate additional income.
🏦 Japan's Metaplanet Gears Up for a 10K BTC Stash in 2025
Japan’s Metaplanet plans to scale its Bitcoin holdings to 10,000 BTC this year, using advanced capital market strategies to accelerate its crypto growth.
🤝 Backpack Exchange Acquires FTX EU After Approval by Bankruptcy Court and Cyprus SEC
Backpack Exchange, a cryptocurrency trading platform founded by former FTX and Alameda Research employees, has officially acquired FTX EU.
⚠️ Crypto Exchange CoinSwitch Promises 'Recovery' Through Rewards for WazirX Users
Indian crypto exchange CoinSwitch faces heat over a so-called recovery initiative for prioritizing new users over real compensation for WazirX losses.
Bitcoin Tops $100,000 Again as Momentum Builds Ahead of Trump’s Election Ratification
🚀 Bitcoin crosses $100K again as Congress confirmed Donald Trump’s 2024 win, setting the stage for his Jan. 20 swearing-in.
🔮CoinDCX Co-Founder Sumit Gupta Highlights Key Crypto Trends to Watch in 2025: Interview
CoinDCX CEO and Co-Founder @smtgpt shares his 2025 crypto outlook, predicting institutional growth, Bitcoin’s strategic rise, and India’s key role in blockchain innovation.
⚖️Gemini Settles with CFTC for $5M Over Misleading Bitcoin Futures Statements
Gemini agrees to a $5M settlement with the CFTC over alleged misleading claims tied to its Bitcoin futures product.
🔥HTX Reveals 2025 Goals for Expansion and AI Integration in Livestream
HTX unveils 2025 plans, focusing on expansion into the CIS region, AI-driven crypto applications, and refined $HTX economic models.
Web3 Gaming Firm ZKcandy Raises $4M in Funding Round
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💵Guangzhou Expands Digital Yuan Pilot with New Action Plan for 2025
China’s Guangzhou Municipal Financial Work Committee outlines steps to create digital yuan demonstration zones and regulate prepaid payments.
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🇺🇸Could DeFi Be the Next Gold Rush for Institutions in 2025?
DeFi could become the next big opportunity for institutional investors thanks in part to the incoming pro-crypto government in the US. Which protocols will lead the way? Experts share their insights.
🚨 Pakistani Crypto Trader Kidnapped for $340K; Seven Arrested, Including CTD Officer
💰 A Karachi crypto trader was kidnapped for $340K, with seven suspects arrested, including a CTD officer.
💰 JAN3 Secures $5M to Develop Bitcoin-Focused Superapp AQUA
JAN3, the team behind the popular Bitcoin wallet AQUA, has raised $5 million in seed funding to enhance the development of its Bitcoin-focused superapp.
₿Trump Administration Could Significantly Influence Crypto Landscape: Bitwise CEO
Bitwise CEO Horsley said that Trump administration may “unfreeze” mergers and acquisitions, allowing major companies to expand further.
🤝 Ripple CEO Credits Trump Bull Market as US-Based Roles Dominate Hiring
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse says Trump’s pro-crypto stance has fueled optimism, prompting the company’s increased US hiring and deal activity.
👨⚖️ John Deaton Offers to Lead Trump-Era Probe Into Alleged Crypto Crackdown 'Operation Chokepoint 2.0'
John Deaton has proposed leading a Trump administration investigation into the rumored "Operation Chokepoint 2.0."