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I keep thinking about the kind of person who owns a little Bitcoin tucked away for the future, a little gold tucked away for the past.They are usually calm people; they do not trade headlines, they do not care about the daily noise, and they just want something solid on both sides of the monetary fence. For years that felt sensible, because Bitcoin’s long arc against gold looked like a one-way street, more ounces over time, fewer regrets.Then January happened.Gold sprinted. Bitcoin did not.Gold pushed toward record territory, flirting with $4,900 an ounce, fueled by the kind of anxiety that…

In brief Prediction market users have increased Bitcoin’s chance of crashing to $69,000 from 11.6% a week ago to 30% today. The top crypto’s choppy price action and failed recovery attempts are a result of defensive capital and capped open interest. Gold is hogging Bitcoin’s safe-haven spotlight, absorbing capital inflows, Decrypt was told. Bitcoin’s failed attempt to recover above $90,000 has eroded investor confidence, sending bearish sentiment flying.Users on prediction market Myriad, owned by Decrypt’s parent company Dastan, have raised their expectation of Bitcoin crashing to $69,000 from 22% to 30% in less than 24 hours. This probability has grown…

In brief Kansas lawmakers have filed a bill creating a Bitcoin and digital assets reserve fund run by the state treasurer. Digital assets would be presumed abandoned after three years, with rewards routed to the reserve if unclaimed. The bill opens questions on custody, governance, and public transparency if the state holds crypto, Decrypt was told. Kansas lawmakers have introduced legislation that would create a state-run Bitcoin and digital assets reserve fund, embedding digital assets directly into Kansas’ unclaimed property framework.The bill proposes that the state treasury formally hold certain digital assets that accrue through abandoned property processes, with liquidation…

In brief Ledger is reportedly preparing a potential $4 billion U.S. IPO with Goldman Sachs, Jefferies, and Barclays, as crypto custody demand rises among institutional investors. The move follows BitGo’s NYSE debut as 2026’s first crypto IPO, although a mixed post-listing performance across recent crypto stocks signals an uneven market appetite. Experts say custody regulation and institutional capital could support Ledger’s growth, but warn that macro tightening and crypto market trajectory may shape IPO outcomes. Crypto hardware wallet manufacturer Ledger has enlisted Goldman Sachs, Jefferies, and Barclays to lead a U.S. initial public offering that could value the company at…

Changpeng Zhao spoke at the World Economic Forum’s 2026 Annual Meeting in Davos this week, his first appearance on the official programme since Binance’s 2023 US settlement and his subsequent guilty plea, prison sentence, and presidential pardon.The listing placed him squarely in WEF’s “New Era for Finance” track, including a session titled “Where Are We on Stablecoins?”, a framing that treated programmable money not as speculative crypto theater but as emerging financial infrastructure.The invitation didn’t signal crypto’s ideological victory. It signaled something narrower and more consequential: the products Zhao helped scale have become so systemically relevant that elite conveners can…

In brief William Panzera has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for his role in a drug trafficking operation that imported over a metric ton of fentanyl-related substances from China. The organization used wire transfers and Bitcoin to send hundreds of thousands of dollars to Chinese suppliers, distributing drugs throughout New Jersey as counterfeit pills. Eight co-defendants have already pleaded guilty in related cases, highlighting the scale and coordination of the drug trafficking network. A North Haledon man will spend the next dozen years behind bars for helping to flood American streets with over a metric ton of fentanyl-related…

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure A little token that few people had heard of a year ago has become a big mover of money. Reports say the A7A5 stablecoin, launched as a rouble-linked coin, has processed the equivalent of $100 billion in transfers since it began moving at scale. Elliptic Finds Rapid Growth And Large Volumes According to analysis by Elliptic, A7A5 grew quickly after its launch and was used heavily for settlement between firms that could not rely on regular banks. The firm traced huge daily flows, with transaction totals rising…

In brief The Justice Department’s Fraud Section highlighted three major crypto-related prosecutions in its 2025 Year in Review, showcasing digital assets’ role in fraud schemes. Cases ranged from a $1 billion Medicare scam with crypto seizures to a $9.4 million investment fraud that promised 547% annual returns. AI-enabled fraud has surged 500%, with criminal operations now moving at unprecedented speed and scale, an expert told Decrypt. The U.S. Department of Justice highlighted three high-profile fraud cases where cryptocurrency played a material role in its 2025 Year in Review, released Thursday, noting heightened enforcement as digital assets become embedded in traditional…

In brief Bitcoin’s net realized losses total 69,000 BTC, a shift not seen since late 2023. The 2023 bull run contrasts declining realized profits, mirroring a similar setup before Bitcoin’s 2022 downturn. The outlook for 2026 is increasingly dependent on policy, not on on-chain data, Decrypt was told. Bitcoin holders are crossing a psychological threshold not seen in over two years, transitioning from booking profits to losses.The net realized profit/loss, which captures the aggregate gain or loss investors lock in when they move coins on-chain, has slipped into negative territory, suggesting widespread loss-taking is underway.“This is the first time holders…

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Following the unsuccessful markup of the long-awaited crypto market Structure bill (CLARITY Act) by the Senate Banking Committee, the Senate Agriculture Committee unveiled a new draft of the bill, with a scheduled markup session for Tuesday, January 27. Stablecoin Yield Regulations Excluded The Agriculture Committee’s version of the bill primarily addresses regulations under the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), which would gain expanded authority to regulate cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH).  In contrast, the Senate Banking Committee’s section of the legislation focuses on the Securities…

In brief The image shared by the White House was based on a photo previously posted by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem but appeared to include additional text and visual edits not present in the original. Users added a Community Note to the post, citing analysis by U.S. fact-checking outlet Lead Stories that questioned how the image had been modified and framed. The post circulated as the administration has backed proposals to curb AI-generated and manipulated media, arguing such content can undermine public trust. The White House is facing scrutiny after its official X account shared an allegedly modified image…

In brief Protocol Theory data show that Gen Z prioritizes asset control, verification, and safeguards. A 2024 Pew Research study found that crypto use is concentrated among younger adults, with trust varying by age and experience. Mortgage lenders and regulators are beginning to assess how crypto holdings factor into borrower risk and qualification. Younger generations in the U.S. use and trust crypto more than traditional finance, with their habits shaped by access, control, and how they manage assets.Data from consumer-focused crypto research firm Protocol Theory show that Gen Z, the youngest adult age group, prefers being able to check what…

In brief Blockchain game PGA Tour Rise will launch on mobile platforms in 2026. The game lets players buy, sell, and trade tokenized items via Skale’s new Base network. Other licensed sports games built around crypto assets include FIFA Rivals and NFL Rivals. PGA Tour Rise, an officially licensed mobile golf game, is set to roll out in 2026 via a collaboration between the Skale Network, NODE Foundation, and developer Solis Interactive.The free-to-play game takes the style of an empire-building strategy rather than a typical sports simulation, letting players construct and manage golf operations, compete for resources, and develop courses…

In brief Bitwise debuted a fund Thursday offering exposure to Bitcoin and gold. The fund is designed for financial advisors, Bitwise’s Matt Hougan said. He said currency debasement is “one of their biggest flanks.” Crypto asset manager Bitwise debuted an exchange-traded fund on Thursday that offers exposure to cryptocurrency and precious metals, positioning the product as a way for investors to capitalize on the debasement of fiat currencies, including the U.S. dollar.The Bitwise Proficio Currency Debasement ETF, which trades on the NYSE under the ticker symbol BPRO, is issued in partnership with Proficio Capital Partners, a Boston-based investment advisory firm…

In brief Capital One plans to acquire Brex in a $5.15 billion stock-and-cash transaction. In September, Brex unveiled plans to launch native stablecoin payments, starting with USDC. The acquisition is expected to close in mid-2026, subject to regulatory approval. Capital One said Thursday it has agreed to acquire San Francisco-based fintech firm Brex in a $5.15 billion stock-and-cash deal, expanding the bank’s push into business payments and expense management as it competes more directly with software-driven finance platforms.The acquisition brings the fintech startup into one of the nation’s largest financial institutions, reflecting growing pressure on traditional banks to match the…