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Sonny Kwon
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- XRP Hits 7-Year High as FTX Prepares $1.2 Billion Repayment
XRP has surged to a 7-year high, reflecting bullish momentum, while the bankrupt crypto exchange FTX has announced plans to repay $1.2 billion, potentially boosting market liquidity.
· Investing
- Major Changes at SEC Ahead of Trump’s Inauguration as Gensler Steps Down
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler is set to resign on January 20, coinciding with the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, signaling significant leadership changes within the ag…
· Regulation
- Crypto.com Secures MiCA License Approval, Expanding EU-Wide Operations
Crypto.com has received in-principle approval for the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license, paving the way for the cryptocurrency exchange to operate across the European Union (EU) under a unified regulatory framew…
· Business
- U.S. Bitcoin Reserve Likelihood Soars as Focus Turns to Trump’s Crypto Policies
The probability of President-elect Donald Trump establishing a strategic Bitcoin (BTC) reserve after his inauguration has surged to 70% in betting markets, fueling anticipation within the cryptocurrency industry.
· Regulation
- Bitcoin CME Gap Signals $78K Possibility Amid U.S. Economic Risks
Bitcoin (BTC) has experienced significant price fluctuations in 2025, dropping to $89,600 on January 13. Market participants are closely watching the unfilled CME Bitcoin futures gap at $78,000, raising concerns about…
· Insights & Views
- Litecoin Positioned to Become Third U.S. Spot Crypto ETF with Up to $580M in First-Year Inflows
Litecoin (LTC) is emerging as a strong contender to follow Bitcoin and Ethereum as the third cryptocurrency to have a U.S. spot exchange-traded fund (ETF). On January 16, CoinDesk reported growing optimism about Litec…
· Investing
- Tradable Tokenizes $1.7 Billion in Private Credit on ZKSync Network Amid Tokenization Race
Tokenization platform Tradable has made significant strides in the private credit market by tokenizing $1.7 billion worth of assets on the ZKSync network, marking a major milestone in integrating blockchain technology…
· Business
- Cardano (ADA) Poised for Major Bull Run After Establishing Price Bottom
Veteran trader Peter Brandt has identified a potential bottom for Cardano (ADA), suggesting the cryptocurrency is preparing to enter a large-scale bull market. ADA has surged 30% in 2025, surpassing $1 for the first t…
· Investing
- Trump Treasury Secretary Nominee Opposes U.S. CBDC Implementation
Scott Vessant, considered a leading candidate for Treasury Secretary under President-elect Donald Trump, has expressed opposition to the idea of the U.S. adopting a central bank digital currency (CBDC).
· Regulation
- XRP Surges 300% in 2025, Reaches New All-Time High
XRP has entered uncharted price territory for the first time since 2017, hitting a new all-time high. Open interest (OI) has surged sixfold since the beginning of the year, reaching $7.9 billion, underscoring robust m…
· Investing
- XRP Surpasses $3, Overtakes Bitcoin in Search Popularity
XRP has crossed the $3 mark for the first time since 2018, garnering significant attention as it surpasses Bitcoin (BTC) in Google search volume, fueling optimism for a potential new all-time high.
· Investing
- Fed Officials Express Confidence in Achieving 2% Inflation Target
Amid signs of easing inflation from the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) officials have voiced strong confidence that inflation will eventually return to the Federal Reserve…
· Insights & Views
- Bitcoin Gains Momentum After CPI Report, Analysts Eye Continued Rally
Bitcoin (BTC) prices have risen approximately 3% following the release of the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, sparking optimism about potential Federal Reserve rate cuts. Market experts are closely monitoring …
· Insights & Views
- SEC to Overhaul Crypto Regulations Under New Leadership, Lawsuit Withdrawals Possible
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is set for a significant shift in cryptocurrency policy as President-elect Donald Trump appoints new leadership to the agency.
· Regulation
- XRP Poised for 60% Surge, Aims to Break $4 as SEC Leadership Change Boosts Sentiment
XRP is predicted to climb 60% after breaking out of a symmetrical triangle pattern, coinciding with progress in Ripple’s legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
· Investing
- BlackRock Launches New Bitcoin ETF on Canada’s Cboe Exchange
BlackRock has introduced a new Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) on Canada’s Cboe exchange, offering Canadian investors access to the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT).
· Business
- JP Morgan Projects $15 Billion Inflows for Solana and XRP-Based ETPs
JP Morgan has forecasted that exchange-traded products (ETPs) based on Solana (SOL) and XRP could attract up to $15 billion in net inflows. Currently, these assets manage over $2.5 billion in assets under management (…
· Business
- Bitcoin Briefly Falls Below $90K Amid Macroeconomic Concerns, Hits 2-Month Low
Bitcoin slipped below the $90,000 mark late last night, reaching its lowest level in two months as tightening monetary policies from U.S. authorities weighed on the markets.
· Investing
- Goldman Sachs and BofA Adjust Rate Expectations, Adding Pressure to Crypto Markets
Major U.S. investment banks, including Goldman Sachs and Bank of America (BofA), have revised their interest rate expectations, delaying anticipated rate cuts and exerting downward pressure on both the cryptocurrency …
· Insights & Views
- MicroStrategy Buys Bitcoin for 10th Consecutive Week; Average Cost at $95,972
MicroStrategy, the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, has continued its aggressive Bitcoin accumulation, purchasing the cryptocurrency for the 10th straight week.
· Business
- Altcoin Market Braces for Increased Volatility Amid $3 Billion Token Unlocks
The altcoin market is set to experience heightened volatility this week, with $3 billion worth of major token unlocks scheduled. Among these, Ondo Finance’s ONDO token has drawn significant attention due to a substant…
· Insights & Views
- South Korea's Plan to Allow Corporate Crypto Accounts Sparks Optimism Amid Regulatory Challenges
New Policy Could Bolster Smaller Exchanges but Faces Anti-Money Laundering Concerns
· Business
- Tether Relocates to El Salvador: A Strategic Move for Future-Focused Regulation
Stablecoin issuer Tether has announced its relocation to El Salvador, the first country to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender.
· Business
- Crypto Market Liquidates $150M in 24 Hours, 78% in Long Positions
The cryptocurrency leverage market witnessed significant liquidations over the past 24 hours, totaling approximately 198.5 billion KRW ($150 million USD). According to data from Coinglass as of 7:50 AM on January 13, …
· Investing
- PIP Labs Introduces AI-Powered Allora Network to Revolutionize the Story Blockchain Ecosystem
PIP Labs, the developer of the IP blockchain platform Story, has announced the integration of its self-improving AI network, Allora Network, into the Story ecosystem. This marks a significant milestone in harnessing A…
· Technology
- Corrected: Binance Dominates Crypto Trading Volume in South Korea, Holding 96.91% Share
Binance has solidified its dominance in South Korea's cryptocurrency trading market, accounting for a staggering 96.91% of combined trading volume between Binance and local South Korean exchanges.
· Business
- High-Net-Worth Investors Predict Bitcoin Surge Amid Diverging Market Sentiment
The outlook for Bitcoin is showing a stark contrast between general traders and high-net-worth investors. While recent bearish movements have led retail traders to adopt a cautious stance, wealthy investors remain res…
· Insights & Views
- North Dakota Considers Bitcoin Investments to Hedge Against Inflation
North Dakota is exploring the possibility of including Bitcoin and other digital assets in its state balance sheets. On Friday, the North Dakota State Legislature introduced Resolution 3001, which seeks to diversify s…
· Regulation
- XRP Jumps 10% in Single-Day Rally, Reaches $2.57
XRP Jumps 10% in Single-Day Rally, Reaches $2.57
· Investing
- Most Pump.fun Traders Yet to See Significant Profits, Data Indicates
A majority of participants on Pump.fun, a decentralized platform focused on Solana-based memecoins, have not achieved profits exceeding $10,000, recent analytics reveal. Despite the platform’s popularity, few traders …
· Business
- Messari Cuts Workforce Amid Broader Crypto Industry Layoffs
Cryptocurrency analytics and research firm Messari has laid off approximately 15% of its workforce as part of an organizational restructuring, CEO Eric Turner confirmed to The Block on Friday.
· Business
- North Dakota Explores Bitcoin Adoption with New Legislative Resolution
North Dakota has joined a growing number of U.S. states considering Bitcoin as part of their financial strategies. On Friday, the North Dakota State Legislature introduced Resolution 3001, which proposes investing “se…
· Investing
- Heritage Distilling Joins Corporate Trend of Bitcoin Adoption
Heritage Distilling, a publicly traded spirits company, announced plans to adopt Bitcoin as a "strategic asset" and payment method, signaling the growing trend of businesses integrating cryptocurrency into their opera…
· Business
- $543 Million in Crypto Liquidations as Markets Face Renewed Volatility
Over the past 24 hours, approximately $543 million in cryptocurrency leveraged positions were liquidated, according to data from Coinglass as of 8:20 a.m. on January 10. A total of 130,305 traders were impacted during…
· Insights & Views
- Bitcoin Retreats to Early January Levels, Deribit Options Market Remains Bullish
Bitcoin has reversed its early-year gains, retreating to levels seen a week ago, even as bullish sentiment persists in the Deribit options market, CoinDesk reported on January 9.
· Investing
- Bitcoin Drops to $91,000 Amid Market Uncertainty Over U.S. Jobs Report
Bitcoin fell to a one-month low of $91,000 early Tuesday, reflecting market anxiety ahead of the U.S. December jobs report. With U.S. stock markets closed for the state funeral of former President Jimmy Carter, crypto…
· Investing
- Concerns Over U.S. Silk Road Bitcoin Sales May Be Overblown, Analyst Says
Market fears over a potential sell-off of Bitcoin seized by the U.S. government from the dark web marketplace Silk Road are exaggerated, according to an analysis by CoinDesk senior analyst James Van Straten.
· Investing
- Netherlands Grants MiCA Licenses to Four Crypto Firms, Pioneering EU Compliance
The Netherlands has become the first European Union (EU) member state to issue licenses under the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation, granting MoonPay, BitStaete, ZBD, and Hidden Road the right to operate…
· Regulation
- Key Cryptocurrency Updates: CFTC Chair Candidates, Whale Accumulation, and Ripple’s XRP ETF Prospects
Kraken CLO Among Top Candidates for U.S. CFTC Chair Kraken's Chief Legal Officer (CLO) Marco Santori, pro-crypto CFTC Commissioner Summer Mersinger, and former CFTC Commissioner Brian Quintenz have emerged as strong c…
· Insights & Views
- $849 Million Liquidated in Crypto Leverage Market Over 24 Hours, 77% From Long Positions
Over the past 24 hours, the cryptocurrency leverage market witnessed liquidations worth approximately $849.1 million, impacting 215,455 traders, according to data from CoinGlass as of 8:17 a.m. on January 9.
· Investing