Crypto Briefing - Bitcoin, Ethereum and the future of finance

Kalshi odds of Elon Musk winning his case against OpenAI surge after private notes reveal for-profit intent

The case highlights potential conflicts between nonprofit missions and financial ambitions, impacting trust in tech organizations' integrity.

AI Jan. 17, 2026
White House threatens to withdraw support for crypto bill after Coinbase move, calling it a rug pull on the industry

The withdrawal of White House support could destabilize crypto market regulations, impacting industry trust and future legislative efforts.

Regulation Jan. 17, 2026
Anchorage Digital looks to raise up to $400M ahead of potential 2027 IPO

Anchorage Digital's fundraising and potential IPO could significantly impact the competitive landscape of crypto financial services.

Business Jan. 17, 2026

Quick Reviews

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Bitcoin soars past $93K on regulatory optimism, Fed rate cut hopes

Tim Scott’s crypto balancing act

Crypto gaining popularity in all genres of gaming

How does GENIUS Act regulate yield-bearing stablecoins?

Zoomex review: Where derivatives meet privacy and depth

TRON Blockchain Network announces completion of strategic integration with Revolut

A new wave of player-first poker projects signals a shift in crypto gambling culture

TRON DAO brings TRON Academy to UC Berkeley as campus interest in blockchain accelerates

Relay adds TRON support, delivering seamless USDT swaps via multichain API and flagship app
Crypto mining firm Canaan gets Nasdaq notice after shares stay below $1 for 30 days

Canaan receives a Nasdaq notice after its ADS price fell below $1, triggering a 180 day compliance period to regain listing requirements.

Markets Jan. 16, 2026
Silver gains over $3.9 trillion in market cap in 12 months, eclipsing stocks, crypto, and gold

Silver adds over $3.9 trillion in market cap over the past year, outperforming stocks, crypto and gold as prices trade near recent highs.

Markets Jan. 16, 2026
DOJ confirms seized Bitcoin from Samourai Wallet case has not been sold

The DOJ confirms Samourai Bitcoin will not be sold and will remain in the US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve alongside roughly 328,000 BTC held by the government.

Regulation Jan. 16, 2026
Press Releases

NEXST brings KISS OF LIFE to life: debut VR concerts on the ultimate Web3 entertainment platform

Press Release Jan. 16, 2026

Mingo secures exclusive 54-country ticketing deal on Hedera

Press Release Jan. 16, 2026

YUBIT launches TradFi: one wallet for every market, the future of integrated trading

Press Release Jan. 16, 2026

LBank xStock spot trading volume surpasses $3 billion, securing 30% of the CEX market

Press Release Jan. 16, 2026

USDT0 becomes the largest and fastest-growing cross-chain liquidity network, $63 billion moved in one year

Press Release Jan. 15, 2026

BNB Chain kicks off 2026 with its 34th BNB token burn

Press Release Jan. 15, 2026

OpenServ and Neol advance enterprise-ready AI reasoning under real-world constraints

Press Release Jan. 15, 2026

Bitmine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) announces $200 million investment in Beast Industries

Press Release Jan. 15, 2026

LBank expands mainstream payment channels with Apple Pay and Google Pay, enabling 0-fee crypto purchases

Press Release Jan. 15, 2026

Aster “Human vs AI” live trading competition season 1 concludes

Press Release Jan. 14, 2026
Galaxy CEO predicts imminent crypto bill passage with compromise on stablecoins

The anticipated crypto bill could foster industry growth by providing regulatory clarity, despite potential compromises on stablecoin provisions.

Regulation Jan. 16, 2026
OpenAI rolls out ChatGPT Go globally at $8 per month, plans ad testing on Go and free tiers

OpenAI launches ChatGPT Go worldwide at $8 per month and plans to start testing ads on ChatGPT Go and free tiers in the US.

AI Jan. 16, 2026
ZachXBT uncovers $282M BTC and LTC theft laundered through Monero

ZachXBT reveals a $282M Bitcoin and Litecoin theft that triggered heavy Monero inflows and a sharp XMR price surge.

Markets Jan. 16, 2026
Elon Musk’s X back online following massive global outage

Frequent outages on Musk's platform X could undermine user trust and highlight vulnerabilities in its infrastructure and crisis management.

Technology Jan. 16, 2026
Belarusian President signs order establishing framework for crypto banking

Belarus's move to integrate cryptobanks may boost its fintech sector, attracting global investments and enhancing its digital economy.

Regulation Jan. 16, 2026
Riot stock rises on AMD lease and Rockdale land acquisition

Riot's strategic expansion in Texas enhances its data center capabilities, positioning it for significant long-term growth and market influence.

Technology Jan. 16, 2026
JPMorgan forms new unit to help companies tap into private capital

JPMorgan's new unit could accelerate the shift towards private markets, offering companies innovative funding alternatives and reshaping capital access.

Markets Jan. 16, 2026
Major lender Newrez to accept Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins for mortgage qualification

Newrez's move to accept crypto for mortgage qualification reflects the growing integration of digital assets in financial systems, catering to modern investors.

Markets Jan. 16, 2026
Top Wall Street equity strategist exits Bitcoin over quantum computing threat

The strategist's exit highlights growing concerns over quantum computing's potential to disrupt Bitcoin, influencing institutional investment strategies.

Bitcoin Jan. 16, 2026

Crypto Briefing - Bitcoin, Ethereum and the future of finance

Quick Reviews

Zoomex review: Where derivatives meet privacy and depth

BitMart uncovered: The user-friendly gateway to crypto trading

Aleph Cloud: How do AI agents benefit from decentralized, scalable computing?

CryptoProcessing supporting secure and reliable payments for businesses

Nexo evolves into a premier digital assets wealth platform

Sponsored Articles

JB.com review: Simplified crypto casino with 10K+ titles and 24/7 support

Bitcoin soars past $93K on regulatory optimism, Fed rate cut hopes

Tim Scott’s crypto balancing act

Crypto gaining popularity in all genres of gaming

How does GENIUS Act regulate yield-bearing stablecoins?

Zoomex review: Where derivatives meet privacy and depth

TRON Blockchain Network announces completion of strategic integration with Revolut

A new wave of player-first poker projects signals a shift in crypto gambling culture

TRON DAO brings TRON Academy to UC Berkeley as campus interest in blockchain accelerates

Relay adds TRON support, delivering seamless USDT swaps via multichain API and flagship app

Press Releases

NEXST brings KISS OF LIFE to life: debut VR concerts on the ultimate Web3 entertainment platform

Mingo secures exclusive 54-country ticketing deal on Hedera

YUBIT launches TradFi: one wallet for every market, the future of integrated trading

LBank xStock spot trading volume surpasses $3 billion, securing 30% of the CEX market

USDT0 becomes the largest and fastest-growing cross-chain liquidity network, $63 billion moved in one year

BNB Chain kicks off 2026 with its 34th BNB token burn

OpenServ and Neol advance enterprise-ready AI reasoning under real-world constraints

Bitmine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) announces $200 million investment in Beast Industries

LBank expands mainstream payment channels with Apple Pay and Google Pay, enabling 0-fee crypto purchases

Aster “Human vs AI” live trading competition season 1 concludes