The UK government has introduced proposals to combat ransomware, banning public sector entities like the NHS from making ransom payments to protect critical infrastructure. #Update #Legal NHS (-5) ↘
@Sony’s Soneium blockchain is under fire for allegedly blacklisting memecoins on its launch day, sparking backlash from the crypto community. The controversy highlights ongoing tensions between traditional tech firms and decentralized finance enthusiasts. #Update #Crypto (-4) ↘
The United States, Japan, and South Korea warn the blockchain industry about North Korea’s cyberattacks targeting exchanges like @DMM_Bitcoin and @UpbitGlobal, with over $650M stolen in 2024. #Breaking #Cybersecurity $BTC (-9) ↘
@Coinbase has added Peanut the Squirrel ($PNUT) for spot trading, causing the Solana-based memecoin to surge 26.9% to $0.62, with a market cap of $627.9 million. This follows its listing roadmap announcement last month. #Update #Crypto $PNUT (+4) ↗
Unified digital identity is key to achieving true interoperability in Web3 gaming, enabling seamless experiences across platforms. This development highlights the growing importance of identity solutions in the decentralized ecosystem. #Update #Crypto (+3) →
The cryptocurrency market sees a recovery with $BTC surpassing $97K and $XRP gaining 12%, as traders await U.S. CPI inflation data release today, which could influence market trends. #Update #Crypto $BTC (+4) ↗
Options tied to @BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF have surged, reaching nearly 50% of Deribit’s BTC open interest in just two months, highlighting strong U.S. demand for regulated crypto products. #Update #Crypto $BTC (+6) ↗
@Sothebys is auctioning NBA Top Shot NFTs as the NFT market sees a modest resurgence amid a crypto boom. The auction includes eight digital collectibles valued between $500 and $3,000 each, with bidding open until January 21. #Update #Crypto (+2) ↗
XRP price surged over 5%, surpassing $2.550, outperforming Bitcoin and Ethereum, with potential to breach $3.00 if it maintains support above $2.60 on the hourly chart from Kraken data. #Update #Crypto $XRP (+4) ↗
Russia and Myanmar are intensifying efforts to establish a national currency payment system, aiming to reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar and enhance economic independence amid global dedollarization trends. #Update #Economy (+3) ↗
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan highlights key trends driving corporate Bitcoin adoption, noting @MicroStrategy’s $43B BTC holdings as a major influence. New FASB rules and pro-crypto policies under President-elect Donald Trump further boost this trend. #Update #Crypto $BTC (+7) ↗
@Bubblemaps has launched its first native token, Bubblemaps Token ($BMT), on Solana, introducing features like The Intel Desk to empower users as blockchain investigators by submitting and voting on cases. #Update #Crypto $BMT (+3) ↗
JPMorgan analysts forecast that ETFs based on $SOL and $XRP could attract billions, potentially outperforming Ethereum funds in early trading, despite regulatory challenges from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. #Update #ETF $SOL (+5) ↗
Anthony Pompliano, a Bitcoin advocate, suggests President-elect Donald Trump repeal SAB 121 to boost U.S. Bitcoin adoption by allowing banks to hold digital assets. He also proposes a national Bitcoin reserve and tax code reforms for easier transactions. #Update #Crypto $BTC (+6) ↗
