Cash-like privacy is among digital euro’s ‘hardest political tradeoffs’
Experts say the digital euro’s outcome hinges on a political compromise with parties fighting for the limits of privacy and online functionality. Go to Source
Month: January 2026
New Year, Same Resistance: Bitcoin Battles the $90K Ceiling
Bitcoin strutted into 2026 like it owned the cryptosphere, posting a price of $89,431, a 24-hour range between $87,742 and $89,778, and a market cap nearing $1.78 trillion. Yet, beneath the surface of this glittering price tag lies a market simmering with conflicting signals. Momentum whispers strength, while volume—and a few lagging indicators—are raising skeptical … Read more
What crypto exchanges are watching in 2026, according to OKX’s Rafique
Crypto exchanges are preparing their 2026 playbooks around licenses, stablecoins and tokenized assets, and OKX’s Haider Rafique argues that a tamer, macro‑driven Bitcoin is the backbone of that shift. Go to Source
Russia cracks down on illegal crypto miners, India lobbies for CBDCs: Global Express
India is urging other countries to develop CBDCs, and China is expanding the use of its digital yuan, allowing banks to offer interest on e-CNY wallets. Go to Source
PEPE, BONK post double-digit gains: Are memecoins back?
Memecoins added $3 billion in market cap in one day, led by PEPE’s 23% surge and the buzz around the MemeMax_Fi DEX, hinting at a possible “meme season” underway. Go to Source
Bitcoin bulls charge at $90K as traders eye CME gap for BTC price dip
Bitcoin faced familiar $90,000 BTC price resistance into the year’s first Wall Street open as gold made a comeback from local lows. Go to Source
Best Crypto Exchanges to Start 2026 – New Year Rankings & Market Outlook
Disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. If you click a link and make a purchase or sign up for a service, Bitcoin.com may receive a commission. Our editorial content is independent and based on objective analysis. As 2026 begins, the top crypto exchanges are setting a strong tone for the year ahead, continuing to raise … Read more
Coinbase bets on stablecoins, Base and ‘everything exchange’ for 2026
Coinbase’s “everything exchange” includes an all-in-one platform as competition intensifies among crypto firms chasing the super app model. Go to Source
Bitcoin ETF momentum builds in South Korea as regulation lags behind
With trading-hour extensions and digital finance upgrades underway, Korea Exchange is positioning for crypto ETFs while approvals remain stalled. Go to Source
Report: Iran Now Accepts Crypto for Advanced Military Equipment
The Ministry of Defense Export Center of Iran, referred to as Mindex, is now accepting payments in cryptocurrency for advanced weaponry equipment, such as drones and ballistic missiles. This would be the first time that a country publicly accepts crypto for this kind of equipment. Report: Iran Now Taking Crypto For Advanced Weaponry, Sidestepping Sanctions … Read more