Day: 16 January 2026

Hey crypto fam, This Week at a Glance US Senate delays the CLARITY Act, extending regulatory uncertainty Bitcoin breaks $94,000 as long-term holders refuse to sell Banks complete cross-border tokenized bond settlements using fiat and stablecoins Prediction markets hit a record $701.7 million in trading volume Ripple secures preliminary approval ...

Crypto started 2026 with a strong showing. On January 2, 2026, new spot Bitcoin and spot Ether ETFs pulled in a combined $646 million on the first trading day. Bitcoin ETFs led with $471 million, while Ether ETFs added $175 million—one of the stronger launches we’ve seen in recent months. ...

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Quick Breakdown  The Central Bank of Russia requires detailed reporting on crypto transfers, purchases, and tokenized assets. New rules cover NFTs, mining revenue, and online payments for services and games. The initiative aims to increase transparency, monitor market exposure, and prepare for full crypto regulation.   The Bank of Russia ...

Quick  Breakdown  Google Play will require full FIU approval for crypto exchange and wallet apps in South Korea starting January 28. Overseas exchanges face effective removal due to strict requirements like ISMS certification and local entity checks. The policy shift could limit Korean investors’ access to offshore derivatives trading platforms. ...

Quick Breakdown  President Lukashenko signs Decree No. 19 establishing crypto bank operations in Belarus. Crypto banks combine traditional banking with token-based services under dual regulation. Only Hi-Tech Park residents registered with the National Bank can operate, boosting fintech innovation.   President Alexander Lukashenko has signed Decree No. 19, establishing the ...

Quick Breakdown  BingX partners with Scuderia Ferrari HP, marking the first crypto-motorsport collaboration. Partnership includes events, digital content, and global fan engagement initiatives. Collaboration focuses on long-term brand alignment amid Formula 1 regulatory changes.   BingX, a global cryptocurrency exchange, has announced a multi-year partnership with Scuderia Ferrari HP, marking ...

Quick Breakdown  Interactive Brokers now allows account funding via USDC on Ethereum, Solana, and Base. Deposits are instantly converted to USD, with RLUSD and PYUSD support coming soon. The move reflects growing institutional adoption of stablecoins for faster global payments.   Electronic brokerage giant Interactive Brokers has broadened its crypto ...

Quick Breakdown  Ethereum’s new active addresses nearly doubled to around 8 million in the past month. Daily transactions hit a record 2.8 million, driven largely by stablecoin usage. Rising on-chain activity and ETF inflows are strengthening the bullish case for ETH.   Ethereum is witnessing a sharp rise in new ...

Quick Breakdown  Figure proposes blockchain-native equities that trade and settle fully on-chain without traditional custodians or clearing houses. The model enables 24/7 trading, on-chain governance, and direct lending or borrowing against equity holdings via DeFi protocols. The approach could expand retail access and improve capital efficiency through cross-collateralization with other ...