Howard Lutnick, President Trump's pick for U.S. Commerce Secretary, was grilled by lawmakers over his ties with Tether and alleged criminal use of its dollar stablecoin.

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) has announced the addition of Chris LaCivita, President Donald Trump's co-campaign manager in 2024, to its Global Advisory Council. What Happened: This move is intended to strengthen the company's position as it seeks to navigate the changing political landscape and influence future regulations.

Vlad Tenev joined BlackRock CEO Larry Fink in calling for clear regulations for tokenized securities in the U.S.

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken now lets users make payments with their accounts. Kraken Pay allows users to choose the crypto or fiat currency in their accounts that they want to send and transmit that payment instantly, according to a Wednesday (Jan. 29) company blog post.

TL;DR Robinhood has added Bitcoin, oil, and gold futures to its platform, expanding its product offering for both traditional and crypto investors. The platform introduces a “trading ladder” that makes accessing these products easier, allowing both novice and experienced traders to operate intuitively.

Coinbase gains regulatory approval to launch in Argentina, tapping into one of Latin America's most active crypto markets.

ABSTRACT This report explores the emerging intersection of blockchain gaming and blockchain-based artificial intelligence (AI), examining how these technologies are reshaping the crypto ecosystem. Blockchain gaming, along with its heavy use of non-fungible tokens (NFTs), offers players true ownership of in-game assets, secure transactions, and novel play-to-earn models.

Kaiko strengthens its position in institutional crypto data with an investment from the Uggla Family Office, led by Lance Uggla. The move follows Kaiko's expansion strategy, including its recent acquisition of Vinter, positioning it as a key player in digital asset market intelligence. The post Crypto Data Firm Kaiko Receives Investment From Uggla Family Office appeared first on Cryptonews.

On Jan. 21, Riot Platforms said it is looking to the artificial intelligence and high-performance computing boom.

Coinbase is taking on power players in politics and finance to advance the exchange's interests under the Trump presidency.

Despite spinning off Fortitude Mining, Foundry retains the largest Bitcoin mining pool with over 30% of the network's hashrate.

Tools and better user experience are key if we want Web3 to see the fast growth we saw at the inception of the internet, says K3 Labs's William Herkelrath.

D3 plans to launch the decentralized network called Doma Protocol using its Series A financing.

Despite the unbelievable hype around artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential synergy with cryptocurrency, AI cryptos are heavily hit by ongoing market recession. The most trending community meme coins are also in deep red, Messari's Nick Garcia says.

Digital Currency Group (DCG) has launched Fortitude Mining, a subsidiary focused on mining bitcoin and emerging digital assets, on Jan. 29, 2025, appointing former Foundry executive Andrea Childs as CEO. Fortitude Mining, New DCG Subsidiary, Targets Bitcoin and Emerging Crypto Assets According to the announcement shared with Bitcoin.

Musk is said to be exploring public blockchains to curb wasteful government spending and stem fraud and abuse. Will it work?

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TL;DR Trump Media launches the fintech platform Truth.Fi, focused on cryptocurrencies and customized ETFs, to expand its presence in the financial sector. The company will invest up to $250 million with Charles Schwab to manage personalized accounts and funds, diversifying its assets. Truth.

The ecosystem of cryptocurrencies and digital finance is enriched by a new player: Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), which has recently announced the launch of Truth.Fi, a DeFi platform designed to combine cryptocurrencies, ETFs, and traditional financial instruments.

The Bitwise CIO suspects it won't be fully overcome just yet but anticipates shorter and shallower pullbacks than in years past.

The crypto exchange KuCoin will pay a $297 million penalty to the US government stemming from compliance violations. Peken Global Limited, the Seychelles-based company that operates KuCoin, has pled guilty to operating an unlicensed money-transmitting business, according to a new press release from the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York. U.S.

Cryptocurrencies are increasingly becoming everyday payment tools, and Kraken has decided to push this transformation even further with Kraken Pay. The new service allows you to send money to anyone, anywhere, and at any time, using hundreds of digital assets and fiat currencies, all without long waits or hidden fees.

The most recent State of Crypto report by Gemini shows that Gen Z leads all age groups in cryptocurrency involvement and optimism. The research showed that young adults between 18 and 29 years old were more involved in digital assets than other generations.

Tapswap, the popular tap-to-earn platform on Telegram, is gearing up for its long-delayed token generation event. In a statement on X, Tapswap's developers said they were preparing to launch a staking platform ahead of the airdrop.

President Donald Trump's media firm has launched Truth.Fi to expand into financial services and cryptocurrency investments like Bitcoin.

The newly revealed Truth.Fi marks another foray into cryptocurrencies by the US president and his associates.

The synergy between AI and decentralized protocols will be central to the transformation of commerce, argues the founder of infrastructure firm Boson Protocol.

The wall between TradFi and crypto is crumbling fast. What started as a cypherpunk dream has exploded into a full-blown financial revolution.

The Russian Government and Bank of Russia tested digital ruble in budget settlements. The Central Bank aims to launch a digital ruble in July this year.

It's time to prioritize governance, transparency and accountability — or we may face another catastrophic FTX-like collapse.

Trump Media and Technology Group is launching a fintech brand called Truth.Fi, which will invest up to $250 million in crypto, ETFs, and other financial products. Trump Media Group currently operates the social media platform Truth Social, which was launched in 2021 after Donald Trump was banned from Twitter and other popular platforms.

Truth.Fi is the latest endeavor of Donald Trump-affiliated companies into the digital asset space after World Liberty Financial and launching an "official" memecoin.

Coinbase has expanded its Latin American footprint by securing regulatory approval in Argentina, aiming to tap into the country's growing crypto adoption with a focus on security, education, and financial inclusion.

Gary Gensler, the man who spent nearly four years at the US SEC blocking crypto at every turn, has packed his bags and returned to MIT Sloan School of Management.

According to the latest report by Coinbase, 2024 represented a significant moment for the development and evolution of the crypto market.

U.S. President Donald Trump's media company took a significant step into the crypto space on Wednesday with the launch of Truth.Fi, a fintech brand that may invest in bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, as well as crypto-related securities.

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Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis has filed an amicus brief in support of Coinbase's appeal against the SEC, arguing that the regulator is exceeding its authority.

TL;DR Real-world asset (RWA) tokenization could allow retail investors to acquire shares in companies like SpaceX and OpenAI before their IPOs. Current regulatory hurdles limit the development of tokenized securities platforms, requiring reforms to accredited investor rules and token registration. Global interest in tokenized assets is growing, with institutions like Coinbase exploring blockchain-based securities.

More than half of Gen Z adults currently own or have previously owned cryptocurrency, according to Gemini's 2024 State of Crypto report. The survey, conducted across five countries and shared with crypto.

Coinbase, one of the world's most popular cryptocurrency exchanges, has received a license from Argentine regulators to expand its operations in the country.

Trump's move into crypto expands as his media company launches a brand that may invest in bitcoin and other crypto.

Currently there are a total of nine approved crypto exchanges in Hong Kong.

The former president of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Gary Gensler, known for his strict approach to cryptocurrency regulation, has officially returned to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

Fortitude Mining will produce bitcoin and other proof-of-work tokens.

Increasingly more passive crypto holders are turning into active users and interacting with blockchain-based protocols.

Existing investor Alven led the round and featured participation from new backers 1kx and Ledger Cathay Capital.

The return of CZ and the rebirth of Binance Labs