Solana-based DEX Jupiter acquires majority stake in Moonshot
Jupiter, Solana’s third-largest DeFi protocol, acquires a stake in Moonshot, though the deal’s specifics remain undisclosed.
Polymarket faces backlash over TikTok ban prediction resolution
Polymarket faces backlash after resolving a TikTok ban prediction market to “Yes,” sparking user outrage over manipulation allegations and questions about its dispute resolution process.
Bitcoin short-term holders ‘FOMO-driven entries’ sets bullish outlook — Analyst
Bitcoin short-term hodlers increasing their buying during price upswings, along with long-term holders continuing to accumulate regardless, sets a “bullish tone” for the year, according to a crypto analyst.
Trump is ‘forcing everyone to up their game’ — Brian Armstrong
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says that most of his conversations at the World Economic Forum centered around Trump’s plans for crypto.
Nasdaq seeks amendment to BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF for in-kind redemptions
The in-kind redemption model is seen as a more efficient option for the spot Bitcoin ETF and should have been allowed from “the get-go,” says an ETF analyst.
Oversight committee Republicans launch debanking investigation
While Democrats are calling for an investigation into Donald Trump’s potential conflicts of interest on crypto, House Republicans said they would explore debanking claims.
DePIN needs a more cohesive narrative for mass adoption — Web3 exec
According to data from CoinMarketCap, the decentralized physical infrastructure network sector has a market capitalization of over $27 billion.
Crypto Biz: Trump’s arrival marks a pivotal shift for digital assets
In typically Trump style, the Jan. 20 presidential inauguration was marked by excitement, concern and outright confusion from the crypto faithful.
Andreessen Horowitz to close UK office to focus on US crypto efforts
The London building, opened in 2023 while UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was in office, will be shuttered in favor of focusing on the venture capital firm’s US operations.
TRUMP, DOGE, BONK ETF approvals likely, but Cathie Wood won’t invest: Finance Redefined
ARK Invest’s Cathie Wood said she won’t buy the Trump token due to its lack of utility, as she remains focused on Bitcoin, Ether and Solana.