Why South Korea is struggling to decide who can issue stablecoins

South Korea’s stablecoin rules are stalled as regulators clash over whether banks or fintechs should issue won-backed tokens.

$50K or $250K? Top crypto companies are divided on Bitcoin's trajectory in 2026

In the latest Cointelegraph video, we break down the 2026 Bitcoin forecasts from top crypto companies and the trends shaping the market ahead.

Bitcoin vs. gold vs. silver in 2026: How investors are repricing scarcity

Bitcoin, gold and silver are now viewed through new lenses of scarcity shaped by market structure, liquidity, access and price expectations.

Trust Wallet’s $7M hack shows where crypto-friendly SMEs may be vulnerable

The $7-million Trust Wallet hack shows why crypto-friendly SMEs are especially vulnerable, highlighting weaknesses in verification, browser extensions and internal controls.

Iran’s currency collapse shows why Bitcoin is seen as an exit option

As Iran’s rial hits record lows, Bitcoin is resurfacing in public discourse. Its decentralized design is often cited as a contrast to state-managed fiat currencies.

How ZachXBT exposed a Coinbase impersonation scam using onchain clues

How an onchain investigator linked a Coinbase impersonation scam to $2 million in losses and why social engineering remains the real risk.

Why JPMorgan’s onchain fund is a big signal for Ethereum

JPMorgan has launched a tokenized money market fund on Ethereum, highlighting how regulated cash products may integrate into onchain settlement and collateral workflows.

How an AI-fueled romance scam drained a Bitcoin retirement fund

A divorced investor’s tragic loss reveals how emotional manipulation, combined with AI technology, has weaponized crypto scams into a billion-dollar crime.

How Strategy keeps buying Bitcoin during market downturns

Strategy keeps buying Bitcoin during downturns by tapping equity markets and reserves, turning dilution and financing costs into a repeatable Bitcoin accumulation strategy.

How the UK plans to regulate crypto like traditional finance

The UK plans to bring crypto in line with traditional finance by 2027, with FCA proposals shaping trading platforms, DeFi and oversight of political donations.

Why Luke Gromen is fading Bitcoin while staying bullish on debasement

Luke Gromen still backs debasement but is trimming Bitcoin risk as BTC lags gold, trends weaken and quantum headlines weigh on sentiment.

Bitcoin’s current setup looks like 2019, says Benjamin Cowen

In an exclusive Cointelegraph interview, the crypto analyst pointed to macro headwinds, muted sentiment and cycle dynamics shaping Bitcoin’s path into 2026.

Inside the Swiss city where you can pay for almost everything in Bitcoin

From McDonald’s to municipal taxes, Lugano is proving that Bitcoin adoption is not about predicting the future; it is about building the infrastructure to handle it today.

How Ondo Finance plans to bring tokenized US stocks to Solana

Ondo plans to launch tokenized US stocks and ETFs on Solana in 2026, using custody-backed assets, onchain transfers and embedded compliance.

How Bhutan is building a green Bitcoin economy from the ground up

Bhutan is quietly building a low-carbon Bitcoin economy using hydropower, sovereign capital and clear regulatory guardrails.

How Wall Street is using Ethereum without talking about Ethereum

Ethereum is increasingly powering tokenized money, faster settlement and regulated onchain infrastructure — even as institutions avoid naming it outright.

How US banks are quietly preparing for an onchain future

Behind the scenes, US banks are rebuilding core financial infrastructure so cash, custody and funds can move onchain under regulatory oversight.

What BitMine’s 4M ETH holdings mean for its stock valuation

BitMine’s growing Ether holdings are reshaping how investors assess the company’s balance sheet, risk exposure and equity valuation.

What Malaysia’s royal stablecoin reveals about Asia’s shift to tokenized money

Malaysia’s RMJDT shows how Asia is pulling stablecoins into regulated finance, linking tokenized assets with local-currency onchain settlement.

How cheap power turned Libya into a Bitcoin mining hotspot

Libya’s cheap power fueled a hidden Bitcoin mining boom, straining the grid and forcing authorities into an escalating crackdown.

Why Bitcoin’s popular narratives don’t match the data: James Check on 2026

In a recent Cointelegraph interview, James Check uses onchain data to challenge popular Bitcoin narratives and outline his thinking for 2026.

What Kyrgyzstan’s USDKG reveals about real-asset stablecoins in emerging markets

Kyrgyzstan’s USDKG blends a USD peg with a gold reserve claim. Here’s what it signals for emerging markets and what to verify next.

How YouTube’s stablecoin payouts could change creator monetization

YouTube has added an opt-in option allowing eligible US creators to receive payouts in PayPal’s dollar-backed stablecoin, PYUSD.

Why BitMine is accumulating Ether despite broader market fear

BitMine is building an Ether-heavy treasury as ETF flows wobble and exchange deposits rise, citing Fusaka and future staking as part of a longer-term thesis.

How Bitcoin whales move markets, and the signals to ignore

In this new Cointelegraph in-depth video, we delve into the world of Bitcoin whales, the evolving market structure and how to avoid the pitfalls they set for retail investors.

Tajikistan’s mining crackdown shows how energy strain shapes crypto policy

Tajikistan’s new law criminalizing unauthorized crypto mining shows how global energy shortages are reshaping digital asset regulation.

Why oil-rich investors are fueling Bitcoin’s next liquidity wave

From petrodollars to ETFs, oil-rich investors are entering Bitcoin via regulated rails, deepening liquidity while reshaping market structure.

How HashKey plans to become Hong Kong’s first crypto IPO

HashKey’s IPO bid puts Hong Kong’s virtual asset regime on display, testing whether compliance-first crypto platforms can win investors.

Vanguard’s 50M+ clients will soon gain access to crypto ETFs: Why this is significant

Vanguard is opening crypto ETF access to millions of investors. The move reflects a broader 2025 trend of crypto finding its way into investor portfolios.

XRP needs a Solana-style strategy to keep up: Ripple executive

Luke Judges highlights how XRP Ledger’s tech and developer tools could take cues from Solana to stay competitive among layer-1 networks.

Bitcoin bulls chase $91K as early 2026 rally finds sustained volume

Bitcoin bulls are making a run on $91,000 as start-of-the-year trading volumes highlight the market’s expectation of a positive Q1.

BlackRock adds $900M BTC as Bitcoin long-term selling falls to 2017 lows

BlackRock added close to 9,000 BTC during the first week of January, rebuilding exposure after an end-of-year drawdown in 2025 and pointing to early signs of BTC accumulation.

Zcash governance in turmoil: How low can ZEC price go?

Zcash's technical and fundamental catalysts raise the odds of ZEC price declining to as low as $200 in the coming weeks after core developers exited the project.

60K Bitcoin absorbed by accumulators as miners send it to exchanges: Will rally stall?

Bitcoin accumulators absorbed 60,000 BTC, but miners sending their rewards to exchanges may lead to overhanging sell pressure.

Bitcoin averages 100% return after down years: Will the pattern repeat in 2026?

History shows Bitcoin’s rare down years have been followed by triple-digit rebounds, keeping 2026 firmly on traders’ watchlists.

Bitcoin price falls despite 'really bullish' MSCI update: What went wrong?

MSCI’s rule change on newly issued shares reshapes passive demand, raising questions over how Bitcoin-linked treasury companies fund future BTC purchases.

Bitcoin liquidation data points to ‘absurd’ potential rally to $100K: Analyst

Bitcoin’s liquidation map is still heavily biased toward downside liquidity, but a swift rally to $100,000 could quickly turn the tables in the bulls’ favor.

ETH price taps $3.3K: Here’s what must happen for another 20% rally

ETH’s price chart shows a confirmed double bottom pattern with a $3,900 price target. Here are the necessary factors to make it happen.

XRP shows gold-like breakout pattern, analyst says — but risks remain

XRP mirrors a past gold breakout pattern, prompting speculation of an $8–$10 scenario in 2026 if the fractal plays out.

Bitcoin enters 'strength' phase, but $100K debate heats up between traders

Bitcoin’s structure has turned bullish, yet traders are split on whether $100,000 could mark a bull expansion or bear continuation.

Three bullish XRP charts to watch as price gains over 18% in 2026

XRP price gained in the first five days of 2026 as chart breakouts and steady ETF inflows produced targets near $3, with longer-term projections as high as $7-$8.

Bitcoin price back at $90K: Is the bear market behind us?

Bitcoin hit a three-week high, but derivatives and spot ETF flows show traders remained cautious, signalling limited confidence in further upside for now.

Battle between Bitcoin bulls and bears spills over into 2026: Here’s price levels to watch

Bitcoin bears might have the upper hand at the yearly open, but charts suggest bulls will fiercely defend these key price levels.

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.

Bitcoin options boom raises fears of capped BTC upside

Bitcoin cash-and-carry trades faded toward the end of the year, leading funds to shift to Bitcoin options for yield. Is the strategy putting a cap on BTC price?

The XRP Army got everything except $5 price: Will 2026 deliver?

XRP scored every major win in 2025 with the SEC case against Ripple resolved and spot ETFs launched, yet the price crashed 50%, with the $5 target remaining elusive.

Ethereum below $3K: Low fees, weak ETF flows signal stagnation into 2026

Ether trades sideways as spot ETF outflows, weak bullish leverage demand, and low Ethereum network fees cap recovery prospects going into 2026.

Four Bitcoin charts to watch heading into 2026

Gold fractals, Bitcoin cost basis heatmap, and long-term moving averages offer clues on where BTC’s next major move may emerge in 2026.

Bitcoin price in 2026: Predictions vs. charts and reality

Bitcoin faces clashing forecasts for 2026: tempered institutional targets around $150,000 versus bearish charts warning of major declines.

XRP supply on exchanges hits 7-year lows: Will it spark a 2026 price rally?

XRP exchange balances have dropped to levels last seen in 2018, tightening liquid supply as traders watch whether long-term support can hold into 2026.

Bitcoin 2026 bull case: Traders see 'strong signals' for 6-figure BTC price

Traders spotted strong bullish signals for Bitcoin, including a potential bear trap reversal and a technical breakout projecting a rally to $107,000 next month.

Bitcoin’s $90K rejection: Is BTC's digital gold narrative losing to bonds?

Bitcoin's recovery relied on a shift toward the "digital gold" narrative, but global growth risks and strong equity markets have delayed that breakout.

Zcash price has 'first stop' at $1K: Former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes

Incoming liquidity from the US Federal Reserve and bullish technical breakouts are aligning to support a $1,000 price outlook for Zcash.

ETH price to $5K next? Ether rallied 120% the last time this happened

The amount of Ether waiting to be staked has surpassed that awaiting withdrawal, making a rally to $5,000 possible in 2026.

Bitcoin price pauses at $90K: What will trigger new year rally?

Bitcoin needs a return of retail and institutional demand for BTC to clear the next big hurdle at $90,000 and spark a new rally toward six figures.

No $90K Bitcoin till next year: BTC futures open interest hits 8-month low

Bitcoin’s resilient basis rate and options data suggest limited downside despite ETF outflows, while BTC waits for a catalyst that can help it reclaim $90,000.

Bitcoin price, onchain flows and global macro: Here’s what changed in 2025

Bitcoin’s technical and onchain market structure was robust throughout 2025, but ever-shifting macroeconomic conditions eventually put a cap on BTC price. Will the trend shift in 2026?

AI bubble risks in 2026: What’s the potential impact on Bitcoin price?

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino warned that an AI sector correction could spill over into crypto markets in 2026, with some analysts projecting BTC to drop to as low as $65,000.

Narratives versus reality: What really drives Bitcoin and altcoin prices?

Headlines move crypto fast, but liquidity decides what lasts. Data from ETFs, stablecoins and onchain flows shows what really drives prices.

Fed Q1 2026 outlook: Potential impact on Bitcoin and crypto markets

BTC may fall to $70,000 and ETH to $2,400 if the Fed pauses rate cuts in the first quarter of 2026 and inflationary pressure persists.

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