Ethereum Converts DAO Hack Funds to $220M
Ethereum is repurposing unclaimed funds from the 2016 DAO hack into a $220M endowment for security improvements, including audits and incident response. #Update #Crypto $ETH
Ethereum Launches ERC-8004 to Combat Rogue AI
Ethereum’s ERC-8004 aims to establish a trust framework for AI agents, addressing issues of identity and reputation as adoption grows; 71% deploy AI agents, yet only 11% reach production. #Update #Crypto $ETH
Crypto Pro Chris Waller Poised for Fed Chair
U.S. President Donald Trump will announce the next Fed chair next week, with pro-crypto Governor Chris Waller gaining support amid criticism of Jerome Powell. #Update #Crypto $BTC $ETH
Solana ETP Launches with 21Shares in Europe
@Jito_sol has launched JitoSOL in Europe, enabling institutional investors to access liquid staking rewards on the Solana network with a market cap of $1.67B. #Update #Crypto $SOL
Securitize Surges 841% Revenue Growth Ahead of IPO
@Securitize files for public listing via merger with Cantor Equity Partners II, reporting $55.6M revenue in 2025, an 841% increase from 2024. Deal awaits approval. #Update #Crypto $CEPT
SEC Delays Crypto Innovation Exemptions Timeline
SEC Chair Paul Atkins delays crypto innovation exemptions, citing ongoing discussions and congressional input, following Wall Street concerns on tokenized securities. #Update #Legal
Bitcoin Slides as US Bill Progresses
$BTC slides toward $85,000 despite progress on US crypto market structure bill, reflecting ongoing market volatility and investor sentiment challenges. #Update #Crypto $BTC
Ethereum Launches New DAO Defense Fund
The DAO, once a threat to Ethereum, returns as a $220M security fund to strengthen the network. #Update #Crypto $ETH
Bitcoin Conference: SEC Chair Speaks First
SEC Chair Paul Atkins to speak at Bitcoin 2026 Conference, marking first SEC chair appearance at the event. Expected attendance: 40,000+. #Update #Crypto $BTC
XRP Whales Stack 42 Millionaire Wallets
XRP remains under $2 despite 42 new millionaire wallets added since January, indicating whale accumulation amidst low price momentum and thin exchange supply. #Update #Crypto $XRP
Optimism Community Launches 50% OP Token Buyback
The Optimism community has approved a plan to allocate 50% of protocol revenues for OP token buybacks starting February 2026, despite some internal criticism. #Update #Crypto $OP
Bitcoin Block Space Debate Ignited by Citrea ZK-Rollup
Citrea’s Bitcoin rollup is now live, testing BTC’s capacity for a complete DeFi and stablecoin ecosystem, reigniting discussions on the complexity of Bitcoin’s base layer. #Update #Crypto $BTC
SEC CFTC Chiefs Unite to Advance Crypto Regulation
The U.S. SEC and CFTC leaders are advancing regulatory policies for crypto, aiming to harmonize standards as Congress deliberates legislation; Bitcoin is at $88,336.23 and Ethereum at $2,961.90. #Update #Crypto $BTC $ETH
China Executes 11 in Crypto Scam
Chinese authorities executed 11 Ming family members for crypto-related scams in Myanmar, marking a significant crackdown on transnational fraud networks causing $9 billion losses. #Breaking #Legal