Ripple Scores UK Regulatory Approval Via Local Subsidiary

Ripple has achieved a significant regulatory milestone in the United Kingdom, securing approval for its local subsidiary to operate as an Electronic Money Institution (EMI), a move that strengthens the company’s position within Europe’s tightly regulated blockchain payments landscape. The authorization positions Ripple to expand its crypto news-making stablecoin and cross-border payment services while navigating the FCA’s evolving crypto…

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Polymarket User Who Won $400K on Maduro Ouster Bet Quietly Disappears

A mysterious Polymarket trader who pocketed nearly $400,000 from perfectly timed bets on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro’s capture has vanished from the prediction market platform, sparking fresh crypto news debates about insider trading and platform transparency. The account’s sudden inaccessibility has intensified scrutiny on blockchain-based betting sites, where high-stakes wagers often seem to precede major geopolitical events. The winning bets…

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Wrench Attacks Against Crypto Holders Are Rising and Growing ‘More Violent’

Crypto news has taken a dark turn with reports of “wrench attacks,” brutal physical assaults targeting cryptocurrency holders to steal their private keys or seed phrases, surging in frequency and violence. A detailed analysis shared by Haseeb Qureshi reveals that these real-world crimes are accelerating alongside Bitcoin valuations, particularly hitting Europe and Asia hardest while testing the limits…

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‘Hundreds’ of EVM wallets drained in mysterious attack: ZachXBT

A new wave of small but widespread wallet drains across Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) chains is making headlines in crypto news, with onchain sleuth ZachXBT reporting that “hundreds” of wallets have been hit in a still-unexplained exploit. The pattern points to a broad, automated attack targeting blockchain users across multiple networks, and may be linked to December’s high‑profile…

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Crypto Tax Data to Be Collected in 48 Countries Ahead of CARF 2027

A new global tax transparency push will see crypto news take a regulatory turn in 2026, as 48 countries and jurisdictions begin systematically recording crypto wallet transactions under the OECD’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF). The goal is to tighten oversight of blockchain-based activity, combat tax evasion, and bring the fast‑growing crypto pur ecosystem closer to traditional financial reporting standards. What…

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Metric Suggests Bitcoin Has Been in a Bear Market for 2 Months

Recent crypto news analysis indicates Bitcoin may have entered a bear market as early as early November 2025, based on key technical indicators and on-chain metrics. CryptoQuant’s head of research, Julio Moreno, shared this assessment, suggesting the digital asset could test $56,000–$60,000 lows sometime in 2026. While this outlook challenges more optimistic blockchain forecasts, it aligns with historical patterns observed during…

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Here’s what AI models predict for Bitcoin and altcoin price ranges in 2026

Bitcoin and altcoin markets are entering a more mature phase in 2026, according to leading AI models like ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok, and Copilot. These systems predict steady growth driven by institutional adoption and blockchain technology advancements, though volatility and regulation remain key risks in crypto news forecasts. Methodology Queries ran December 15-16, 2025, using spot prices from that period….

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Most Crypto Treasuries ‘Will Disappear’ Amid Bleak 2026 Outlook: Execs

The once-thriving world of crypto treasury companies is facing a major shakeout heading into 2026, with several industry executives warning that most digital asset treasury (DAT) firms may not survive the coming year. Despite a strong start in 2025, fueled by Bitcoin’s incredible rally to record highs, the sharp market correction and investor fatigue have created stormy…

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

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

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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