Crypto Briefing - Bitcoin, Ethereum and the future of finance

Bitmine invests $200 million in MrBeast’s Beast Industries to expand DeFi and financial services integration

This investment could accelerate the integration of digital assets in content creation, potentially reshaping the media and entertainment landscape.

Business Jan. 15, 2026
London Stock Exchange unveils blockchain-powered platform for cash and digital assets

The integration of blockchain in financial settlements could revolutionize asset liquidity, risk management, and operational efficiency globally.

Technology Jan. 15, 2026
Ex-NYC Mayor Eric Adams denies profiting from NYC Token chaos

The NYC Token's volatility highlights the risks and challenges of investing in emerging digital assets, impacting investor trust and market stability.

Meme Coins Jan. 15, 2026

Quick Reviews

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BitMart uncovered: The user-friendly gateway to crypto trading

Aleph Cloud: How do AI agents benefit from decentralized, scalable computing?

CryptoProcessing supporting secure and reliable payments for businesses

Nexo evolves into a premier digital assets wealth platform

Sponsored Articles

Bitcoin soars past $93K on regulatory optimism, Fed rate cut hopes

Tim Scott’s crypto balancing act

Crypto gaining popularity in all genres of gaming

How does GENIUS Act regulate yield-bearing stablecoins?

Zoomex review: Where derivatives meet privacy and depth

TRON Blockchain Network announces completion of strategic integration with Revolut

A new wave of player-first poker projects signals a shift in crypto gambling culture

TRON DAO brings TRON Academy to UC Berkeley as campus interest in blockchain accelerates

Relay adds TRON support, delivering seamless USDT swaps via multichain API and flagship app

Decentralised order execution: When Web3 trading interfaces meet traditional brokers
Amazon’s $475M Saks Global investment at risk after bankruptcy filing

Amazon's investment risk highlights the volatility of retail partnerships and the potential financial instability impacting tech-retail collaborations.

Business Jan. 15, 2026
Strive CEO Matt Cole acquires 1 million ASST shares in past 30 days

Matt Cole's share acquisition reflects strong leadership confidence, potentially stabilizing investor sentiment amid strategic corporate shifts.

Business Jan. 15, 2026
US government confirms no plan to remove Fed Chair Powell despite ongoing investigation

The decision to retain Powell amid the investigation may impact perceptions of Fed independence and influence future monetary policy dynamics.

Regulation Jan. 15, 2026
Press Releases

Bitmine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) announces $200 million investment in Beast Industries

Press Release Jan. 15, 2026

LBank expands mainstream payment channels with Apple Pay and Google Pay, enabling 0-fee crypto purchases

Press Release Jan. 15, 2026

Aster “Human vs AI” live trading competition season 1 concludes

Press Release Jan. 14, 2026

NGRAVE, global pioneer in digital asset security, completes strategic restructuring with sights set on USD 10 billion in assets secured

Press Release Jan. 14, 2026

Turnkey announces integration with Tools for Humanity’s World App, co-founded by Sam Altman and Alex Blania

Press Release Jan. 14, 2026

MEXC begins 2026 with strong reserves: January audit shows BTC coverage at 158%

Press Release Jan. 14, 2026

PrimeXBT expands crypto futures with 40 new crypto assets

Press Release Jan. 14, 2026

Gate further expands TradFi feature, extends CFD trading for traditional financial assets

Press Release Jan. 14, 2026

Fors launches beta to aggregate prediction markets across Solana ecosystem

Press Release Jan. 13, 2026

Guavy launches AI-native crypto API: real-time market sentiment for trading apps, funds & AI agents

Press Release Jan. 13, 2026
Coinbase opposes Senate crypto bill, warns of SEC overreach and DeFi bans

Coinbase CEO opposes Senate crypto bill draft, warning it threatens DeFi and tokenized equities as Lummis signals hearing may be postponed.

Regulation Jan. 15, 2026
C. Thi Nguyen: Enjoyment in activities shouldn’t be sacrificed for efficiency, the distinction...

Enjoyment in activities should not be sacrificed for efficiency or higher scores. Games are defined by voluntarily taking on obstacles to create struggle. Not all life activities can be framed as games.

Podcast Notes Jan. 14, 2026
Google debuts Gemini’s Personal Intelligence to integrate AI across Gmail, YouTube, and Search

Google launches Personal Intelligence for Gemini, enabling AI to reason across Gmail, Photos, YouTube, and Search for better answers.

AI Jan. 14, 2026
Bitnomial launches first-ever Aptos futures in the US

The launch of US-regulated Aptos futures could accelerate institutional adoption of blockchain, paving the way for future crypto ETFs.

Markets Jan. 14, 2026
Myriad Markets adopts World Liberty Fi’s USD1 as exclusive settlement asset

Myriad integrates USD1 as its base settlement asset for BNB Chain prediction markets and plans a full transition in early 2026.

Web3 Jan. 14, 2026
SEC ends investigation into Zcash Foundation tied to 2023 crypto asset inquiry

SEC ends review of Zcash Foundation with no action after 2023 crypto asset subpoena, spotlighting privacy coin compliance.

Regulation Jan. 14, 2026
Tesla to gate Full Self‑Driving behind monthly subscription starting Feb. 14

Tesla will eliminate the one-time Full Self-Driving purchase option on Feb. 14, replacing it with a $99 monthly subscription.

Technology Jan. 14, 2026
SoftBank and Nvidia back Skild AI in $1.4B robotics investment

The investment in Skild AI could accelerate advancements in robotics, potentially transforming industries by enabling versatile, adaptive automation.

AI Jan. 14, 2026
Bitcoin rallies past $97K as Polymarket odds show 72% chance of hitting $100K this month

Bitcoin climbs to $97.3K, pushing crypto market cap to $3.34T as Polymarket odds of $100K in January hit 72%.

Markets Jan. 14, 2026

Crypto Briefing - Bitcoin, Ethereum and the future of finance

Quick Reviews

Zoomex review: Where derivatives meet privacy and depth

BitMart uncovered: The user-friendly gateway to crypto trading

Aleph Cloud: How do AI agents benefit from decentralized, scalable computing?

CryptoProcessing supporting secure and reliable payments for businesses

Nexo evolves into a premier digital assets wealth platform

Sponsored Articles

Bitcoin soars past $93K on regulatory optimism, Fed rate cut hopes

Tim Scott’s crypto balancing act

Crypto gaining popularity in all genres of gaming

How does GENIUS Act regulate yield-bearing stablecoins?

Zoomex review: Where derivatives meet privacy and depth

TRON Blockchain Network announces completion of strategic integration with Revolut

A new wave of player-first poker projects signals a shift in crypto gambling culture

TRON DAO brings TRON Academy to UC Berkeley as campus interest in blockchain accelerates

Relay adds TRON support, delivering seamless USDT swaps via multichain API and flagship app

Decentralised order execution: When Web3 trading interfaces meet traditional brokers

Press Releases

Bitmine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) announces $200 million investment in Beast Industries

LBank expands mainstream payment channels with Apple Pay and Google Pay, enabling 0-fee crypto purchases

Aster “Human vs AI” live trading competition season 1 concludes

NGRAVE, global pioneer in digital asset security, completes strategic restructuring with sights set on USD 10 billion in assets secured

Turnkey announces integration with Tools for Humanity’s World App, co-founded by Sam Altman and Alex Blania

MEXC begins 2026 with strong reserves: January audit shows BTC coverage at 158%

PrimeXBT expands crypto futures with 40 new crypto assets

Gate further expands TradFi feature, extends CFD trading for traditional financial assets

Fors launches beta to aggregate prediction markets across Solana ecosystem

Guavy launches AI-native crypto API: real-time market sentiment for trading apps, funds & AI agents