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In brief Bitwise has formed a Delaware statutory trust for a possible Uniswap-linked ETF, in a routine legal step that typically precedes an SEC filing. The move follows the SEC’s decision last year to close its investigation into Uniswap Labs, part of a broader pullback in crypto enforcement. Analysts say any ETF review would hinge on market structure, liquidity, and custody considerations rather than protocol legality. Bitwise has registered a Delaware statutory trust for a potential Uniswap-linked exchange-traded fund, according to a state record filed Tuesday. The move establishes an entity under the “Bitwise Uniswap ETF” name, positioning the firm to…

Coinbase is testing Flipcash’s in-development stablecoin, USDF, on its backend as part of a new feature that will allow businesses to create their own branded, dollar-backed tokens.The “Coinbase Custom Stablecoins” feature, introduced in December, will let businesses earn rewards on activity and allow them to move funds seamlessly between Coinbase-supported chains, with the tokens to be collateralized by Circle’s USDC (USDC).“A new Coinbase Custom Stablecoin, USDF, has been enabled on Coinbase Exchange for operational testing,” Coinbase posted to X on Tuesday, adding: “This is a backend test phase only. Trading, deposits, and withdrawals are currently unavailable. Stay tuned for more updates.”Custom…

Tether’s new stablecoin, USAT, could pose the first serious challenge to Circle’s (CRCL) USDC in the U.S. market, analysts say — if it can win over institutions.Launched in partnership with federally chartered bank Anchorage Digital and Cantor Fitzgerald, USAT is Tether’s first attempt at a U.S.-regulated dollar token aimed at institutional users.Tether’s flagship stablecoin, the $186 billion USDT, dominates global crypto trading and emerging markets. But USAT enters a more crowded and compliance-driven arena in the U.S. where Circle has long positioned USDC as the go-to choice for banks, fintechs and exchanges operating under U.S. oversight. USDC has a market…

Get ready for the biggest edition yet of Europe’s premier Blockchain Festival! Next Block Expo (NBX) returns in 2026, moving to a larger venue in Warsaw and bringing together a record-breaking crowd of Web3 enthusiasts, founders, investors, and innovators. With hundreds of speakers and dozens of leading projects, NBX is the ultimate place to learn, grow network, and explore the future of blockchain and Web3. The Main Sponsor of the event is zondacrypto. Why You Should Attend NBX is more than a conference- it’s a hub for the people shaping Web3.Whether you’re an investor scouting the next big project, a…

The bitcoin price steadied a bit today after an early slide to $86,000 over the weekend, as traders weighed Federal Reserve risk, heavy recent liquidations, and growing technical pressure. The largest cryptocurrency was up about 1% at $87,850 by midafternoon, after falling as low as $86,000.13 earlier in the session. Price action remained volatile, with market participants cautious about sharp reversals following a weekend selloff. Attention is now centered on the Federal Reserve’s policy decision due Wednesday. The central bank is widely expected to keep interest rates in the 3.50%–3.75% range, but the meeting has drawn unusual scrutiny amid debate…

Aayush Jindal, a luminary in the world of financial markets, whose expertise spans over 15 illustrious years in the realms of Forex and cryptocurrency trading. Renowned for his unparalleled proficiency in providing technical analysis, Aayush is a trusted advisor and senior market expert to investors worldwide, guiding them through the intricate landscapes of modern finance with his keen insights and astute chart analysis. From a young age, Aayush exhibited a natural aptitude for deciphering complex systems and unraveling patterns. Fueled by an insatiable curiosity for understanding market dynamics, he embarked on a journey that would lead him to become one…

Bitcoin BTC$88,416.42 remained stuck in limbo at around $88,000 on Monday as gold and silver extended their blistering rallies before paring gains.BTC is up a bit from what’s now becoming a renewed pattern of panicky weekend selling, but down from around the $90,000 late Friday. Rising odds of a government shutdown on Jan. 31 — and the crimp on liquidity that might entail — were among the leading reasons for the Sunday selloff.That exact same news, however, left precious metals bulls unfazed. Gold soared through $5,000 and then $5,100 for the first time ever on Sunday and Monday, while silver…

Silver is now a front-page asset on Hyperliquid, highlighting a subtle shift in how crypto derivatives venues are being used as bitcoin struggles to find direction.The SILVER-USDC contract has become one of Hyperliquid’s most active markets, trading around $110 during Asia hours and posting roughly $994 Million in 24-hour volume.Open interest sits near $154.5 Million, while funding remains slightly negative, pointing to heavy turnover and two-way positioning rather than a one-directional, levered bet. For a crypto-native venue built around perpetuals, that mix looks closer to a volatility- and hedging-oriented market than a speculative long.What stands out is not silver’s price…

Bitcoin encounters mounting selling pressure as January 2026 ends, including a $2.24 billion drop in stablecoin market capitalization, a year-low Coinbase premium, and a sharp decline in mining hashrate due to a severe US ice storm.The combined impact of these factors has prompted veteran trader Peter Brandt to warn that Bitcoin could fall below $70,000 if these market pressures persist.Sponsored SponsoredStablecoin Exodus Signals Capital Flight From CryptoThe crypto market is facing a major liquidity drop, as the market cap of the top 12 stablecoins has fallen by $2.24 billion in just 10 days, in line with Bitcoin’s 8% decline. According…

Polymarket has inked a multi-year deal with Major League Soccer, the top-level soccer league in the US, to be the exclusive prediction market partner for the league and its main tournament, the Leagues Cup.The MLS and Polymarket said on Monday that they will work together to create “new fan experiences” such as second-screen engagement, which typically includes data, statistics, or betting.“As soccer’s audience continues to grow and evolve in the US, fans are looking for new ways to engage more deeply with the game,” said Polymarket founder and CEO Shayne Coplan. “We can surface real-time collective sentiment around key moments, matches,…