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As Iran’s rial hits record lows, Bitcoin is resurfacing in public discourse. Its decentralized design is often cited as a contrast to state-managed fiat currencies. Iran’s 2025 currency collapse sharply reduced the rial’s purchasing power, eroding household savings, pushing prices higher and weakening confidence in the banking system. As fiat stress intensified, public debate in Iran widened to include financial alternatives. Bitcoin entered these discussions largely because it operates outside domestic monetary and banking frameworks. Historical cases from Argentina, Lebanon and Turkey point to a recurring pattern. When national currencies lose credibility, digital assets tend to receive greater attention in public discourse. Read more

Ethereum was not created to make finance efficient or apps convenient. It was designed to set people free. That line from the Trustless Manifesto drew criticism when it was published, and Vitalik Buterin repeated it on Jan. 5. The argument: Ethereum's mission differs fundamentally from the efficiency game DeFi protocols compete in. The goal is […] The post Ethereum isn’t chasing 5.3% yield, Vitalik says – but the outage risk is over 5× bigger than regulation shocks appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Morgan Stanley has filed an S-1 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission seeking approval for a Bitcoin trust that would allow investors to gain BTC exposure through a traditional trust structure. The post Morgan Stanley Files SEC S-1 for $BTC Trust — Is Wall Street About to Pile In? appeared first on Cryptonews.

Bonk price prediction has shown strength as BONK rebounds 60% and breaks a descending wedge pattern, marking its first bullish signal in months. The move follows a market-wide memecoin recovery from historical lows since late 2025. The post Bonk Price Prediction: BONK Breaks the Wedge Pattern – Is a Full Meme Coin Frenzy Incoming? appeared first on Cryptonews.

The global crypto market cap pushed another 2% to $3.22T as majors continue to grind up; BTC +1% at $93,780; ETH +2% at $3,240, SOL +3% at $139; XRP led up 12% to $2.37 RENDER (+18%), SUI (+18%) and LIT (+15%) led top movers. Bank of America formally launched its crypto recommendations for wealth clients with up to 4% portfolio allocation. Morgan Stanley filed for a Solana Trust with the SEC. Goldman Sachs upgraded Coinbase to a ‘Buy’ rating today while simultaneously downgrading eToro. Japan’s finance minister endorsed deeper crypto integration, including lower taxes and exchange-level reforms. Vitalik Buterin claimed Ethereum has effectively solved the “Blockchain Trilemma” by balancing decentralization and scalability through its Layer-2 roadmap. Kraken is investigating reports that customer data is allegedly for sale on the dark web following a potential security exploit. Ledger users are on high alert as the hardware wallet provider faces a data breach involving its e-commerce partner, Global-E, exposing...

Quintenz, who previously led policy at a16z crypto, joins the Nasdaq-listed firm as it advances its SUI-focused treasury strategy.

Bitcoin tests $93.5K resistance as analysts watch for a weekly close to confirm a breakout and possible trend shift in early 2026.

Telegram has posted $870M revenue in H1 2025, with $300M from TON exclusivity deals and $223M from subscriptions; 1B users. A 69% Toncoin fall has produced a $222M net loss despite nearly $400M operating profit, while $500M of bonds has been frozen in Russia and Pavel Durov has faced a French probe. The post Telegram Revenue Surges 65% to $870M on Toncoin Boost, Despite $500M Bond Freeze: Report appeared first on Cryptonews.

Quantitative tightening is over and balance sheets are growing again, but cycle theory and adoption concerns still cloud bitcoin's upside, according to Schwab's Jim Ferraioli.

XRP mirrors gold’s past breakout pattern, fueling speculation of an $8–$10 rally in 2026 if the fractal continues to play out. XRP (XRP) is on track to repeat gold’s multiyear rally in 2026, according to analyst Steph is Crypto. Key takeaways: XRP is tracking gold’s past breakout structure, supporting $8–$10 targets if the fractal holds. Read more

Cardano Foundation's Thomas Mayfield has said 2026 may soon bring AI agents with delegated authority and decentralized identity. He has cited EU rules and Digital Product Passports as drivers for data and privacy-first disclosure, as the Foundation partners with FC Barcelona, veritree and Petrobras. The post Cardano Foundation on Why 2026 Will Redefine AI Authority, Digital Identity and Privacy appeared first on Cryptonews.

Hayes links the privacy-focused crypto trade to credit expansion, energy prices, and the political forces shaping risk assets.

Market participants defended rising support while trading volume surged 66% above average during resistance tests near $908, pointing to increasing demand ahead of major network upgrade.

Crypto-treasury stocks can fall harder than the coins they hold. Leverage, valuation premiums, dilution risk and equity market structure amplify downside moves. Not long ago, companies marketed crypto-treasury stocks as a straightforward investment. They purchased shares to gain exposure to Bitcoin (BTC) or other digital assets while benefiting from the liquidity and regulatory oversight of public markets. In rising markets, this approach was effective. Shares of companies with substantial crypto holdings frequently outperformed the underlying assets, attracting investors who wanted crypto exposure without directly owning tokens. Read more

Morgan Stanley files for Bitcoin and Solana ETFs as crypto investment products gain Wall Street traction with $119 billion in BTC assets under management.

With queues cleared and staking yields near 3%, the “supply shock” narrative is fading even as Ethereum remains the largest DeFi base layer.

Extreme readings in the ratio between short-term holder supply in profit and short-term holder supply in loss have aligned with the end of bear markets.

South Korea is considering allowing regulators to preemptively freeze cryptocurrency accounts suspected of market manipulation as part of broader efforts to strengthen oversight and protect investors. The post South Korea May Freeze Crypto Accounts Before Gains Are Cashed Out in Major Crackdown appeared first on Cryptonews.

A sophisticated attacker laundered $19.4 million of stolen funds through Tornado Cash following a $27.3 million multi-signature wallet exploit, while concurrent attacks including pig-butchering scams and contract exploits pushed 24-hour losses above $36 million across multiple platforms. The post Hacker Drains $27M From Multi-Sig Wallet, Launders $19M via Tornado Cash appeared first on Cryptonews.

The new governance token targets a roughly 7% annual yield funded by income from Strategy’s bitcoin-linked preferred stock.