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Fed’s ‘Skinny’ Accounts End Operation Chokepoint 2.0 — Senator Lummis

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In a major development stirring debate across crypto news circles, Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis believes the Federal Reserve’s proposal to introduce “skinny” master accounts for crypto firms could end what the industry calls Operation Chokepoint 2.0, a pattern of financial discrimination against blockchain-based companies. The initiative, introduced by Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller, could represent a turning point in U.S. crypto policy, opening…

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Coinbase CEO Says Reopening GENIUS Act Is ‘Red Line,’ Slams Bank Lobbying

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In one of the most debated developments in crypto news, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has issued a strong warning to lawmakers and financial institutions, calling the reopening of the GENIUS Act a “red line.” Armstrong accused traditional banks of lobbying Congress to restrict stablecoin rewards in a bid to protect their deposit base, a move he says threatens innovation and…

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Bitmine Begins Staking ETH, Deposits $219M Into Ethereum PoS Contract

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In fresh crypto news that underscores growing institutional confidence in blockchain technology, Ethereum-focused treasury giant Bitmine has officially begun staking Ether (ETH) worth more than $219 million. The move marks a new chapter for the firm, whose blockchain activity now positions it among the largest institutional validators on the Ethereum network. According to on-chain data from Arkham Intelligence, multiple Bitmine-linked wallets collectively transferred 74,880 ETH on Sunday…

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Bitcoin’s 2025 ‘Bear Market’ Could Precede Decade-Long Rally: Mow

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In one of the more surprising takes from recent crypto news, Jan3 founder Samson Mow has described 2025, a year when Bitcoin reached new all-time highs, as a bear market. Despite Bitcoin peaking at over $125,000 in October, Mow believes this period represents a cooling phase before a “decade-long bull run” powered by renewed adoption and confidence in blockchain technology. His outlook…

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Trust Wallet Will Cover $7M Lost in Christmas Day Hack, CZ Says

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In a shocking turn of events for the global crypto news community, Trust Wallet users lost approximately $7 million in a Christmas Day hack a breach that cybersecurity experts suggest may involve insider activity. The attack targeted the wallet’s browser extension, compromising user funds and even exporting personal information to a hacker-controlled server. According to the blockchain analytics firm SlowMist, the attacker had…

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Quantum Computing in 2026: No Crypto Doomsday, but Time to Prepare

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In the world of crypto news, one topic keeps resurfacing the threat of quantum computing to blockchain technology. While 2026 won’t bring a “crypto doomsday,” experts warn that now is the time for preparation. The real concern is not that Bitcoin will suddenly break, but that hackers are already employing “harvest now, decrypt later” tactics, storing encrypted data today…

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CZ Proposes Fix to Address Poisoning After Investor Loses $50M

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In one of the most alarming stories in recent crypto news, Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has called for urgent action against a growing cyber threat, address poisoning. The proposal emerged after an investor tragically lost $50 million to a sophisticated phishing scheme that exploited a common user habit: copying wallet addresses from transaction history. Amid rising global…

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Klarna Partners with Coinbase to Accept Stablecoin Funding from Institutions

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Klarna, the Swedish fintech powerhouse behind popular Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services, is diving deeper into the world of crypto news and blockchain technology. In a bold move, the company has teamed up with leading crypto exchange Coinbase to integrate USDC stablecoin funding from institutional investors. This partnership opens doors for crypto purists and traditional finance players alike,…

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Crypto community ‘very sorry’ as Senator Lummis opts against 2026 re-election

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The crypto news ecosystem is reacting with a mix of gratitude and concern after United States Senator Cynthia Lummis, one of Washington’s most vocal digital asset advocates, announced she will not seek reelection in 2026. Many in the crypto pur community credit her with pushing blockchain technology and crypto regulation far further than would have…

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Sell Bitcoin for gold? Analyst says Bitcoin still wins as long-term store of value

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Bitcoin will likely outperform gold over the long run and should not be swapped out for the yellow metal even as gold’s price surges above 4,000 dollars per ounce, according to Bitcoin advocate and market analyst Matthew Kratter. He argues that, on core monetary properties, BTC beats gold and better fits a digital, blockchain technology–driven…

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