Blank Check Firm Linked to Crypto Exchange Kraken Raises $345 Million in Upsized IPO

A new special purpose acquisition vehicle (SPAC) tied to crypto exchange Kraken completed its IPO, raising $345 million....

Bitcoin Returns to Its Origins as Markets Waver

Bitcoin is experiencing market uncertainty reminiscent of December 2025. Trump's comments continue to influence Fed and interest rate expectations....

Visa and Mastercard aren’t buying the stablecoin hype for everyday payments

Despite crypto’s promise of faster, cheaper transactions, the payments giants aren’t buying the stablecoin pitch, at least not in developed markets....

Gold Price Prediction: Gold Falls 7% Under $5K Barrier

Gold trades at $4975 per ounce as of writing , down more than 7% on the day after briefly slipping to $4,941.79. Spot gold fell as much as 7.5% during the session before trimming losses, while U.S. gold futures dropped over 7%. The sharp move followed a rapid strengthening of the U.S....

Weekly Crypto Regulation Roundup: Trump Taps Fed Pick and SEC Issues Tokenization Warning

Washington’s crypto policy machine is shifting gears again. This week’s regulatory headlines show a familiar tension: lawmakers and agencies are inching toward clearer rules, but the path remains messy, politicized, and deeply intertwined with broader financial power struggles....

El Salvador Buys the Gold Dip, Adds 9,298 Ounces to Its Reserves

The Central Bank of El Salvador announced that it has acquired 9,298 ounces of gold as part of an international reserves diversification and strengthening strategy. The country is still adding 1 BTC daily to its reserves, following its bitcoin purchase program....

GLD Stock Forecast: Can 16% Rally Last After $509 Top?

SPDR Gold Trust ETF (GLD) – the largest gold-backed ETF – has surged alongside gold’s spectacular rally in January 2026. Gold prices breached the $5,000/oz milestone for the first time ever and continued to all-time highs (spot gold peaked around $5,602 on Jan. 29) amid a frenzy of safe-haven buying....

Is Ripple’s XRP in Trouble? Analysts Eye Key Support Before Another Crash

The Ripple-linked token is trading near a critical level after losing ground during a market-wide decline. The price has fallen sharply alongside other major cryptocurrencies. With pressure building, traders are focused on whether this zone will hold or give way to further losses....

BGB is available for trading!

We’re thrilled to announce that BGB is available for trading on Kraken! Funding and trading BGB trading is live as of January 27, 2026. To add an asset to your Kraken account, navigate to Funding, select the asset you’re after, and hit ‘Deposit’. Make sure to deposit your tokens into networks supported by Kraken....

ALEO is available for trading!

We’re thrilled to announce that ALEO is available for trading on Kraken! Funding and trading ALEO trading is live as of January 27, 2026. To add an asset to your Kraken account, navigate to Funding, select the asset you’re after, and hit ‘Deposit’. Make sure to deposit your tokens into networks supported by Kraken....

HYPE is available for trading!

We’re thrilled to announce that HYPE is available for trading on Kraken! Funding and trading HYPE trading is live as of January 27, 2026. To add an asset to your Kraken account, navigate to Funding, select the asset you’re after, and hit ‘Deposit’. Make sure to deposit your tokens into networks supported by Kraken....

CASH is available for trading!

We’re thrilled to announce that CASH is available for trading on Kraken! Funding and trading CASH trading is live as of January 27, 2026. To add an asset to your Kraken account, navigate to Funding, select the asset you’re after, and hit ‘Deposit’. Make sure to deposit your tokens into networks supported by Kraken....

Vitalik Buterin Withdraws $44.7M in ETH to Support Ethereum Growth Through ‘Mild Austerity’

The Ethereum co-founder wants to pursue an “aggressive” roadmap that will strengthen its status as a decentralized world computer....

Hong Kong to issue first stablecoin licenses in early 2026

Hong Kong has positioned itself as a stablecoin hub after enforcing new regulations on cryptocurrencies and launching a licensing regime, as digital assets gain wider public adoption....

Bitcoin Slump Cuts Millions From Winklevoss Super-PAC Donation

The political fundraising group launched by crypto-billionaire brothers Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss raised more than $22 million in the last five months of 2025, but might not get as much bang for its Bitcoin....

Does Bitcoin’s 9% volatility surge signal more BTC downside?

Bitcoin faces short-term pressure as hashrate drops and options expiry amplifies volatility....

Aptos price prediction for 2026 – 2032: Will APT token hold bullish hopes?

Key takeaways : Our Aptos price prediction anticipates a high of $5.54 by the end of 2026. In 2028, it will range between $19.33 and $25.91, with an average price of $20.18. In 2030, it will range between $79.95 and $99.65, with an average price of $82.60....

Bitcoin Whale Accumulation Hits Highest Level Since 2024 Amid BTC Price Weakness

There has been a structural change among Bitcoin (BTC) whales holding between 1,000 and 10,000 BTC. This cohort of whales’ accumulation pace has increased significantly, climbing to its strongest level since 2024 and pointing to a major change in long-term positioning....

Crypto Market Structure Bill Faces Critical Delay: Citibank Warns CLARITY Act May Stall Past 2026

BitcoinWorld Crypto Market Structure Bill Faces Critical Delay: Citibank Warns CLARITY Act May Stall Past 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C., March 2025 – A pivotal piece of U.S. cryptocurrency legislation, long anticipated as a foundational framework for the digital asset economy, now faces a significant and potentially prolonged delay....

Bitcoin Slips To Nine-Month Low Below $82,000 As Wall Street Withdraws $818M From BTC ETFs In A Day

Data from SoSoValue shows that investors pulled $817.9 million from the 11 U.S.-listed spot Bitcoin ETFs on January 29....

The Plan Has Not Changed for XRP: Analyst Maintains $1.65 Target Before Rebound

As the XRP price dips to new yearly lows, some market watchers are expressing confidence that the trajectory is moving as expected. Over the past day, XRP crashed to $1.71, marking its lowest point of the year, after opening 2026 above $1.80....

Ether Drops Below Key $2,750 Support Level

Ether has suffered a sharp pullback over recent days, breaking below a key support level and raising concerns that the broader downtrend may not yet be complete. The ETH/USD pair has fallen more than 10% in just three days, slipping under the closely watched $2,800 zone for the first time since early December....

Here is what Trump nominee for Fed chair Kevin Warsh said about bitcoin and rates

The former Federal Reserve governor has invested in crypto firms, criticized bitcoin’s role as money and argued for a U.S....

Crypto Founder Predicts Bitcoin Collapse in 7–11 Years, Here’s Why

Justin Bons, Founder and CIO of Cyber Capital, warns that Bitcoin will face a structural security crisis over the next 7 to 11 years....

HYPE Coin Defies Market Trends and Tests Critical Resistance Levels

HYPE Coin remained resilient while most altcoins lost value. Negative sentiment towards Binance benefited Hyperliquid's market position....

BGB Set to List on Kraken

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Victoria, Seychelles, January 30, 2026 — Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), today announced that BGB will be listed on Kraken, marking a significant milestone in BGB’s global expansion following its transfer to the Morph Foundation in September 2025....

Bitcoin Crashes to $81,000 Early Friday: Bear Market Confirmed or Capitulation Bottom? – BTC TA January 30, 2026

Pervading gloom spread through the crypto market as Bitcoin crashed to $81,000 in early trading on Friday. $1.72 billion in total liquidations also helped to send market sentiment into extreme fear....

Worldcoin Price Prediction: Up 50% in Days as OpenAI Buzz Explodes – Is a Violent Second Pump About to Hit?

The early week saw a huge buy-the-rumour trade send WLD up 50%, with a potential OpenAI partnership driving big bets on Worldcoin’s price predictions . Market participants are taking out positions on the altcoin ahead of reports that OpenAI is considering Worldcoin’s iris scan technology for a new social platform focused on proof of personhood....

Federal Reserve Shocker: Trump Claims Nominee Warsh Will Slash Rates Without Pressure

BitcoinWorld Federal Reserve Shocker: Trump Claims Nominee Warsh Will Slash Rates Without Pressure WASHINGTON, D.C....

Brian Armstrong was snubbed by top executives from the biggest U.S. banks in Davos: WSJ

Stablecoin rewards and the Clarity Act widen the divide between crypto and TradFi, according to people who spoke with the WSJ....

BTCI's Moment Is Over: Why This Bitcoin Income Star Just Lost Its Edge

Summary NEOS Bitcoin High Income ETF (BTCI) is downgraded to Hold as its core use case has weakened post-Bitcoin correction. BTCI’s light covered call layer enables upside capture but offers limited drawdown protection and marginal income in flat markets....

Bitcoin ETFs Bleed $817M as BTC Crashes to 9-Month Low – Is the Worst Over?

Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced one of the biggest one-day reversals of the year on January 29, as investors pulled out nearly $818 million from U.S.-based products as the Bitcoin price dropped to its lowest spot in nine months....

Bitcoin Price Prediction: $1.875 Billion Pulled From BTC – Are We Hours Away From a Major Breakdown?

Bitcoin is back under pressure, and this time the warning signal is coming from institutions....

Trump nominates Kevin Warsh as Fed chair, crypto markets react to potential policy shift

Crypto markets slipped after Donald Trump nominated Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve chair, with investors reassessing liquidity and rate-cut expectations....

Latest BitDegree Mission Features Crypto.com Level Up Reward Program

BitDegree , the leading platform for Web3 learning, has launched its latest Mission, titled Upgrade Your Crypto Game With Crypto.com Level Up ....

Fed chair pick hits Senate roadblock over Powell investigation

Republican Senator Thom Tillis said Friday he will not back President Donald Trump’s nomination of Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve chair. The reason? Tillis wants the Justice Department to finish its investigation into current Fed Chair Jerome Powell first. No resolution, no support....

USAT is available for trading!

We’re thrilled to announce that HSK is available for trading on Kraken! Funding and trading USAT trading is live as of January 27, 2026. To add an asset to your Kraken account, navigate to Funding, select the asset you’re after, and hit ‘Deposit’. Make sure to deposit your tokens into networks supported by Kraken....

Crypto market sheds $150B as Bitcoin drops to $81K and long liquidations top $1.7B

Bitcoin price has fallen nearly 10% since Jan. 28 as traders dealt with a number of macro shocks throughout the week, which erased much-needed risk appetite....

Analyst: XRP Bears Will Look So Silly If It Ends Up Being Simple

XRP’s market has recently tested traders’ nerves, swinging sharply amid surging volatility. Within 24 hours, the asset fell from $1.83 on January 29, 2026, to $1.75 by January 30 , triggering roughly $70 million in long liquidations....

Fleet Mining & Dogecoin (DOGE): Simple Cryptocurrency, Smarter Cloud Mining Earnings

Simple is always the true strength of Dogecoin , which is underestimated due to its fun origin. Dogecoin revolves around speed, usability and accessibility when many cryptocurrencies are concerned with complexity....

Here’s The Dogecoin Resistance Level That Is Stalling A 402% Move

Crypto analyst Javon Marks has released a fresh update on Dogecoin (DOGE), continuing a price analysis he has consistently shared on X since earlier last year. His latest update focuses on a resistance level currently holding Dogecoin back from a 402% rally, which could trigger a move to its next bullish target....

Nubank wins conditional US approval to form national bank

The conditional approval moves the Latin American fintech into the bank organization phase as it seeks to expand regulated banking and crypto services in the United States....

Outset PR Reports U.S. Crypto News Sites Lost 33% Of Their Traffic In Q4 2025 As Bitcoin Stalled

U.S. crypto news sites saw their traffic collapse in the final quarter of 2025, falling by more than 33% between October and December, according to data from Outset PR. A new Outset Data Pulse analysis says the decline was not driven by regulation, exchange failures, or platform bans....

Gold tops $5,500 as Chinese sellers rush to lock in profits

Gold surged over the $5,500-per-ounce milestone this week, sending throngs of Shanghai residents to gold shops to sell bars, jewelry, and family heirlooms. Gold has become the go-to safe haven, climbing over 20% since January as geopolitical strife and shaky economic outlooks send investors and savers scrambling for safety....

DOJ Seizes $400 Million in Bitcoin From Darknet Mixer Helix

The US Department of Justice completed the legal process to take control of more than $400 million in assets formerly tied to Helix , a Bitcoin BTC mixing service once used on the darknet....

Crypto fear deepens as Bitcoin and Ethereum extend pullback

Bitcoin and Ethereum continued their decline as crypto market sentiment slipped further into fear, with traders turning cautious amid fading momentum....

Bitcoin Holds Strong: Only 5% Dip as Gold, Silver Markets Tank

Bitcoin showed relative resilience during a broad global market sell-off that affected major asset classes, according to CryptoQuant author Darkfost. While gold plunged around 8% and silver fell roughly 12%, Bitcoin declined by a more moderate 5%, even as U.S....

Kazakhstan allocates $350 million from reserves to crypto investments

Financial authorities in Kazakhstan have earmarked a portion of the nation’s gold and foreign currency reserves for cryptocurrency investment, the country’s central bank unveiled....

SHIB Price Under Pressure: Marketing Lead Predicts Bear Market Until 2028

The Shiba Inu community received a stark warning from its official marketing lead, Lucie, who suggested the cryptocurrency market may be entering a bear phase. Lucie expressed frustration at the current market trajectory. The community has waited years for a substantial altcoin season that never materialized....

XRP’s Rich List Shows How Much The Top Wallets Control

XRP’s wealth distribution is under the spotlight as new data reveals how much power is concentrated among its largest holders. A crypto analyst has unveiled fresh insights from the XRP rich list, showing the percentage of supply controlled by top wallets and what this could mean for price action....