A heated online argument between two hackers led to an unexpected discovery. One of them, known as John or Lick, accidentally revealed his crypto wallet. This wallet was linked to over $90 million in questionable funds. A blockchain sleuth named ZachXBT made this connection. The fight happened in a
Davos 2026 saw crypto take center stage, sparking heated debates and showcasing the divide between political leaders and central bankers. The event highlighted the growing importance of digital assets in global finance, with key figures sharing their visions and concerns. Donald Trump made waves by
UBS, a major Swiss bank, is considering a big step into the world of cryptocurrency. They want to let some of their private banking clients invest in digital assets. This could be a game-changer for UBS, as they manage a huge amount of wealth, around $4. 7 trillion. The bank is currently looking fo
BitGo, a company that helps big players manage their crypto safely, finally joined the stock market party on January 22, 2026. This was a big deal because it was the first crypto company to do so this year. The stock price jumped up quickly, showing that investors were excited. BitGo started in 201
Visa has teamed up with Mercuryo to make moving money from crypto to regular cash easier. This new feature lets people with Visa cards turn their digital money into everyday cash quickly and cheaply. Visa Direct, Visa's fast payment system, makes this possible. It helps move money fast between diffe
Nasdaq is shaking things up in the crypto world. They've asked the SEC to remove limits on Bitcoin ETF options. This means traders could take bigger positions without restrictions. The current cap is 25, 000 contracts for Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF options. Big names like BlackRock and Fidelity are af
In France, a recent cyber incident has put thousands of crypto users at risk. The breach happened on a platform called Waltio, which helps people with crypto taxes. Hackers got their hands on personal details of about 50, 000 users, mostly in France. The hackers, who call themselves Shiny Hunters,
Strive, a financial firm launched in 2022, is aiming to gather up to $150 million by selling special shares called Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock, labeled SATA. This money will be used to pay off some of its debts and buy more Bitcoin. The company has a subsidiary called Semler Sc
A unique partnership is brewing in the world of finance and technology. Fedi, a Bitcoin wallet company, Cornell University, and the Bitcoin Policy Institute (BPI) are teaming up for a two-year study. They want to understand how Americans feel about financial privacy. The study will look at the trade
Brad Garlinghouse, the CEO of Ripple, is feeling confident about the future of cryptocurrency. He recently shared his thoughts with CNBC, saying he believes the crypto market will reach new heights in 2026. However, he didn't specify which cryptocurrencies he thinks will lead the charge or provide a
