Worldcoin advanced sharply after reports that OpenAI is exploring a biometric-based social network aimed at limiting automated accounts, renewing investor interest in the token’s ecosystem.
A Solana memecoin launched from a wallet linked to an alleged theft of US government-seized crypto collapsed 97%, raising fresh concerns over memecoin launch practices.
Coinbase is testing Flipcash’s USDF stablecoin as it develops tools that would allow businesses to issue branded, dollar-backed tokens.
Tether has formally launched USA₮, a federally regulated, dollar-backed stablecoin issued by Anchorage Digital Bank under the United States’ new GENIUS Act framework.
VanEck has launched the first US-listed ETF offering exposure to Avalanche’s AVAX token, including potential staking rewards.
Severe winter weather in Washington has pushed back a key Senate Agriculture Committee vote on sweeping crypto market structure legislation.
PwC predicts 2026 will mark a turning point for crypto regulation, as jurisdictions worldwide move from draft frameworks to enforceable laws, reshaping stablecoins, compliance, and institutional adoption.
Space Protocol pushed back against criticism after its public token sale raised more than $20 million, far above initial expectations.
Bitwise said crypto markets showed characteristics of a potential bear market bottom in the fourth quarter, despite weak price performance.
Argentine exchange Ripio is expanding peso-backed stablecoins and tokenized bonds as it anticipates a flat crypto market in 2026 but sustained long-term growth in tokenized money.
Ripple’s dollar-backed stablecoin RLUSD will begin trading on Binance with Ethereum support on January 22, while XRP Ledger integration is expected in the near term.
Aave has transferred stewardship of the Lens Protocol to Mask Network as it refocuses on core DeFi infrastructure and protocol development.
Solana Mobile has launched an SKR token airdrop for Solana Seeker smartphone users, distributing nearly 2 billion tokens to the community.
Bhutan plans to deploy a Sei Network validator in the first quarter, expanding its blockchain strategy while exploring tokenization and payments initiatives.
Trump Media named February 2, 2026, as the record date for shareholders eligible to receive digital tokens tied to its latest blockchain initiative, developed with Crypto.com.