Chainalysis Expands Anti-Fraud Efforts With Alterya Acquisition

Chainalysis, the blockchain analytics firm, has announced its acquisition of Alterya, a firm that harnesses artificial intelligence (AI) to combat fraud. Blockchain Analytics Firm Chainalysis Acquires Fraud Detection Startup Alterya Alterya, positioning itself as a preemptive scam detector, claims expertise in thwarting fraudsters before they target their victims. Its clientele reportedly includes major players such … Read more

Semler Scientific Expands Bitcoin Holdings to Over 2,300 BTC

Semler Scientific, a developer of technology solutions for healthcare providers, has provided updates on its bitcoin (BTC) holdings and capital markets activities, highlighting its evolving treasury strategy. Semler Scientific Achieves Nearly 100% Bitcoin Yield Since Treasury Strategy Launch Following Microstrategy’s latest purchase announcement, Semler said that between Dec. 16, 2024, and Jan. 10, 2025, the … Read more

Coinshares: Modest Net Inflows for Digital Assets With Gains for BTC, XRP, SOL and Losses for ETH

Macroeconomic events shaped the digital assets market over the past week with significant outflows. Digital Assets Investors Reacted Negatively to U.S. Fed’s Hawkish Outlook Coinshares’ weekly digital asset fund flows report revealed that digital asset investments experienced a modest inflow of $48 million last week. Although about $1 billion came in the first half of … Read more

‘Best-Performing Asset This Year’: Tom Lee Doubles Down on Bitcoin’s Ascent

Tom Lee, co-founder and managing partner at Fundstrat, has expressed confidence in bitcoin’s long-term prospects. Although the cryptocurrency currently sits approximately 15% below its all-time high, Lee contends that those purchasing at the $90,000 mark would likely not face financial losses. Tom Lee Still Targets $250K as Investors Hold Their Breath Tom Lee has consistently … Read more

Analyst Predicts Trump Administration Will Make 2025 ‘The Year of Crypto ETFs’

Nate Geraci, a well-known exchange-traded fund analyst, has predicted that 2025 will be the year of crypto ETFs. He expects the Trump administration to quickly establish definitions of which crypto assets are classified as securities and which are not, opening the floodgates for more filings. 2025 Will Be the Year of Crypto ETFs, Powered by … Read more

Crypto Crossroads in Argentina: Legislative Elections Might Define Industry’s Future

Different views on crypto are being shuffled in Argentina, as the legislative elections will determine the Congress that will define the industry’s path. Argentina to Define Its Crypto Path in Upcoming Legislative Elections Argentina is nearing a crossroads that could define its crypto legislation in the future. The legislative elections, set to take place this … Read more

FDIC Operation Chokepoint 2.0: ‘Bone-Chilling’ Allegations Continue—Vendettas, Secret Arrangements, and Fear of Crypto

Allegations exposing the FDIC as part of Operation Chokepoint 2.0 continue, as whistleblowers affirm they have accessed recordings in which crypto organizations and influencers are targeted. The agency’s future, should crypto adoption grow, was also discussed. FDIC Talks Crypto Influencers, Sidestepping FOIA Requests, and Agency Survival in Operation Chokepoint 2.0 Tapes The Federal Deposit Insurance … Read more

Can Bitcoin Hit $200K This Year? Prediction Markets Weigh the Odds

On Jan. 12, 2025, bitcoin’s price has been drifting within the $95,000 range, while market participants on prediction platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket are placing their bets on its future trajectory. Currently, a Polymarket wager suggests a 12% likelihood that bitcoin could climb to $120,000 by the close of the month. Kalshi and Polymarket … Read more

Dormant BTC Awakens: Over 750 Sleeping Bitcoin Enter Circulation as Prices Consolidate

During the initial 12 days of 2025, approximately 756.204 dormant bitcoins (BTC), valued at $71.8 million, have reentered circulation after years of inactivity. This revival occurs as bitcoin is trading 12% below its peak of $108,364, achieved 26 days prior on Dec. 17, 2024. $71M Worth of Sleeping Bitcoin Resurfaces This month has so far … Read more