Google Play Policy Shift Threatens Crypto Exchange Access in South Korea

Google is rolling out updated crypto app requirements in South Korea, a move that may significantly restrict access to offshore crypto exchanges by tying app availability to local regulatory clearance.  According to South Korean media outlet News1, starting Jan. 28, crypto exchange and wallet apps listed on Google Play in South Korea must upload documentation…

Multiple Signs Point to a Potential XRP Price Rally Toward $2.80.

XRP’s (XRP) price may attempt a move toward $2.80 by month’s end if bullish technical setups continue to hold across multiple time frames. Key takeaways: XRP technical chart setups converge on the $2.80 target. Spot taker CVD remains positive, suggesting confidence among buyers. XRP falling wedge breakout targets $2.70 The XRP/USD pair broke out of…

Coinbase refutes rumors of White House's threat to pull support for crypto bill

“The White House has been super constructive here,” said CEO Brian Armstrong. Source link

BTC Reserve Is a ‘Priority’ but Legalities Hinder Process

Progress is being made toward establishing a Bitcoin (BTC) strategic reserve in the United States, but “obscure” legal provisions are holding up the process, according to Patrick Witt, the director of the White House Crypto Council.  Several government agencies are discussing the legalities and regulatory issues of establishing a Bitcoin strategic reserve, including the Department…

Solana Labs CEO Says Solana Must Adapt or Die

Solana Labs CEO Anatoly Yakovenko said he wants Solana to be a constantly evolving network, continuously updating to meet the changing needs of users, contrasting with Vitalik Buterin’s vision of Ethereum as a self-sustaining blockchain. “Solana needs to never stop iterating. It shouldn’t depend on any single group or individual to do so, but if…

Solana Labs CEO Says Solana Must Adapt or Die

Solana Labs CEO Anatoly Yakovenko said he wants Solana to be a constantly evolving network, continuously updating to meet the changing needs of users, contrasting with Vitalik Buterin’s vision of Ethereum as a self-sustaining blockchain. “Solana needs to never stop iterating. It shouldn’t depend on any single group or individual to do so, but if…

Coinbase CEO Denies White House Clash Rumors After Stalled CLARITY Act

Brian Armstrong, the CEO of crypto exchange Coinbase, denied reports that the White House is considering pulling support for the CLARITY Act, a crypto market structure bill, and also denied rumors that the administration is “furious” with Coinbase. “The White House has been super constructive here. They did ask us to see if we can…

Bitcoin Recoils to $95K, But Classic Chart Pattern Projects 18% Gains

Bitcoin’s (BTC) price traded 9.5% above its Jan. 1 open of $87,500, and traders were confident that BTC’s short-term “trend is up” as the price approached a key level of interest. Key takeaways: Bitcoin price consolidates around $95,000 as bulls face a major barrier ahead. Technical analysis shows an ascending triangle targeting $113,200 BTC price. …

Steak ‘n Shake Says Bitcoin Stash Grew by $10 Million in Value

Steak ‘n Shake, a fast-food restaurant chain that accepts Bitcoin (BTC) payments at its stores, announced on Friday that its BTC corporate treasury grew by $10 million in notional value. “All Bitcoin sales go into our strategic Bitcoin reserve,” the company said, adding that adopting BTC as a treasury asset has led to a flywheel…

Ethereum Adoption Grows as New Wallets Surge

A combination of protocol-level upgrades, stablecoin activity, and a shift in crypto sentiment has helped push Ether wallet creation to its highest levels in history.  Over the last week, an average of 327,000 new wallets have been created per day, with Sunday recording the highest number ever for a single day at over 393,000, Santiment…