The growing tension between cryptocurrency firms and traditional financial institutions has found a central figure in Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong. As digital assets gain mainstream adoption, Armstrong has increasingly positioned himself as a vocal critic of legacy banking systems, arguing that crypto offers a more transparent, efficient and inclusive financial infrastructure. His stance has drawn… Continue reading Brian Armstrong’s Banking Showdown Signals a New Phase in the Crypto–Finance Power Struggle
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Speculative Crypto Narratives Resurface as AI-Themed Tokens Draw Retail Attention
A fresh wave of speculative enthusiasm is sweeping parts of the cryptocurrency market, with AI-branded tokens attracting interest from retail traders seeking outsized returns. Among the projects gaining social media traction is DeepSnitch AI, a little-known digital asset being promoted in online communities as a potential high-multiplier opportunity. While some market participants claim that early… Continue reading Speculative Crypto Narratives Resurface as AI-Themed Tokens Draw Retail Attention
U.S. Senate Panel Passes Crypto Regulation Bill, Advancing CFTC Oversight Framework
In a landmark development for cryptocurrency regulation in the United States, the Senate Agriculture Committee on Jan. 29 advanced the Digital Commodity Intermediaries Act by a narrow 12–11 party-line vote, marking the first time a crypto market-structure bill has cleared a Senate panel. The legislation aims to clarify regulatory authority over digital asset markets by… Continue reading U.S. Senate Panel Passes Crypto Regulation Bill, Advancing CFTC Oversight Framework
Bitcoin Falls Below Rs. 80,000 as Broad Crypto Market Extends Losses
Bitcoin slid below the Rs. 80,000 mark, deepening a wider downturn across digital asset markets as investors retreated from risk-heavy positions. The decline reflects a combination of macroeconomic uncertainty, profit-taking after earlier gains and reduced appetite for speculative assets. Major alternative tokens also recorded notable losses, amplifying concerns about short-term market stability. Analysts point to… Continue reading Bitcoin Falls Below Rs. 80,000 as Broad Crypto Market Extends Losses
Crypto Mining Economics: Energy, Investment and the Future of Digital Asset Production
Crypto mining has evolved from a niche technological pursuit into a capital-intensive global industry that underpins the functioning of major blockchain networks. Miners validate transactions and secure decentralized ledgers while earning digital tokens as compensation. However, rising energy costs, regulatory scrutiny and market volatility have transformed mining into a complex financial and operational challenge. Institutional… Continue reading Crypto Mining Economics: Energy, Investment and the Future of Digital Asset Production
Sodot Unveils Exchange API Vault to Strengthen Defenses Against Crypto Platform Breaches
Cybersecurity firm Sodot has introduced a new security solution aimed at reducing vulnerabilities in cryptocurrency trading infrastructure. The company’s Exchange API Vault is designed to protect sensitive API keys and automated trading connections, which have increasingly become targets for sophisticated cyberattacks. As digital asset adoption grows, exchanges and institutional traders face mounting risks from breaches… Continue reading Sodot Unveils Exchange API Vault to Strengthen Defenses Against Crypto Platform Breaches
SoFi Reports Record Q4 Revenue Fueled by Crypto Market Reentry and Diversified Growth
SoFi Technologies delivered a standout performance in the fourth quarter, reporting record revenue driven by its strategic reentry into the cryptocurrency market and broad-based business momentum. The fintech firm’s return to digital asset trading coincided with robust demand across lending, wealth management and payments segments. Leadership credited a combination of innovative product offerings, cross-selling efficiencies… Continue reading SoFi Reports Record Q4 Revenue Fueled by Crypto Market Reentry and Diversified Growth
ADGM Proposes New Crypto Mining Regulations to Shape Future Digital Asset Landscape
The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), the United Arab Emirates’ international financial centre, has initiated a public consultation on proposed regulatory guidelines for cryptocurrency mining operations. The move underscores ADGM’s intent to establish a comprehensive framework that balances industry innovation with financial stability, energy efficiency and investor protection. Stakeholders are invited to submit feedback on… Continue reading ADGM Proposes New Crypto Mining Regulations to Shape Future Digital Asset Landscape
U.S. Treasury Targets Iranian-Linked Crypto Platforms in Landmark Sanctions Move
The U.S. Treasury Department has expanded its sanctions framework into the digital asset space, designating cryptocurrency exchanges allegedly linked to Iran’s financial networks. The move marks a significant evolution in enforcement strategy, reflecting growing concerns that digital platforms are being used to bypass traditional banking restrictions. Officials argue that certain virtual asset service providers have… Continue reading U.S. Treasury Targets Iranian-Linked Crypto Platforms in Landmark Sanctions Move
Crypto’s ‘Digital Gold’ Narrative Faces Scrutiny as Investors Return to Precious Metals
The long-promoted comparison between cryptocurrencies and gold is being re-evaluated as investors increasingly shift capital back into traditional precious metals. Market volatility, shifting macroeconomic conditions and diverging performance patterns have challenged the perception of digital assets as reliable stores of value during periods of uncertainty. While cryptocurrencies remain popular among speculative traders and technology-focused investors,… Continue reading Crypto’s ‘Digital Gold’ Narrative Faces Scrutiny as Investors Return to Precious Metals