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Analysts believe spot Litecoin ETF likely to be the first altcoin approval as Nasdaq files listing application

Nasdaq filed a 19b-4 Form on Jan.16 to list and trade the spot Litecoin (LTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF) registered by Canary Capital. Bloomberg senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas sees this as the first altcoin-related ETF approval in 2025. Following an update in the S-1 Form filed by Canary, Balchunas stated that its Litecoin ETF “has […]
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16 Jan 2025

Tether partners with LayerZero to launch cross-chain stablecoin USDT0

Tether and LayerZero announced on Jan. 16 a joint effort to launch USDT0, a multichain version of the Tether USD (USDT) stablecoin. The Omnichain Fungible Token (OFT) standard, developed by LayerZero, will power the cross-chain transfers. According to USDT0 documentation, OFT unifies liquidity across connected chains and validates transactions through a decentralized network of oracles […]
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16 Jan 2025

Telegram malware scams spike 2,000% as crypto investors face new threat

Blockchain security firm Scam Sniffer warned that crypto investors are facing a surge in malware scams on social media platform Telegram compared to the traditional phishing methods. While phishing still causes substantial losses—estimated at nearly half a billion dollars in 2024—its growth has plateaued. In contrast, Scam Sniffers reported that Telegram malware scams represent a […]
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16 Jan 2025

VanEck eyes new crypto ETF for onchain economy infrastructure

Leading asset management firm VanEck has submitted an application for an Onchain Economy Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF), according to a Jan. 15 filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This proposed fund aims to provide exposure to the broader crypto ecosystem by investing in companies and instruments connected to digital assets. The fund outlines a strategy that […]
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16 Jan 2025

Trump reportedly talking to Ripple with interest in XRP, USDC, Solana for US national reserve

President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly exploring the inclusion of US-developed digital currencies like Ripple’s XRP and Solana in his proposed national crypto reserve, the New York Post reported on Jan. 16, citing insider sources. This move aligns with his campaign pledge to establish a Bitcoin reserve alongside other potential crypto-focused policies to strengthen the US […]
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16 Jan 2025

Unknown nation considering Bitcoin as an alternative to traditional bonds, Bitwise CEO reveals

A national government is reportedly exploring Bitcoin as an alternative to its foreign currency bonds. On Jan. 16, Hunter Horsley, the CEO of Bitwise, revealed this development, noting that his firm had supplied detailed information to the government about Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). According to Horsley, the government is examining the potential of reallocating part […]
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16 Jan 2025

Litecoin ETF bid gains traction, lifting prices and trading volume

The potential for a Litecoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) to gain approval has surged, leading to noticeable price gains for the digital asset. Crypto bettors on Polymarket, a decentralized prediction platform, now estimate a 51% chance of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) giving the green light for a Litecoin-focused fund after Canary Capital amended its […]
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16 Jan 2025

Fidelity’s FBTC leads $755M Bitcoin ETF resurgence after $1.2B outflows

Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States saw a strong resurgence after enduring four consecutive days of outflows that had drained over $1.2 billion from the market. On Jan. 15, SoSoValue data revealed that these funds recorded $755.01 million in net inflows, adding approximately 7,548 BTC to their coffers. Fidelity’s FBTC emerged as […]
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16 Jan 2025

XRP futures open interest nears record $8 billion as price breaks $3

Ripple-linked XRP has crossed the $3 mark for the first time in seven years, driven by unprecedented interest in the derivatives market. Data from CryptoSlate shows that the digital asset spiked by 10% in the last 24 hours to as high as $3.19 at the time of writing. The recent price surge reflects a broader […]
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16 Jan 2025

Ripple CEO calls SEC’s appeal ‘insanity’ as legal fight intensifies

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has submitted its opening brief to challenge a court decision favoring Ripple. In its Jan. 15 filing, the SEC claims that Ripple’s XRP sales to retail buyers should be classified as unregistered securities transactions. According to the SEC: “The district court erred both factually and legally in […]
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16 Jan 2025

Accounting rule changes have turned Bitcoin from risky venture to corporate must-have – Bitwise

Bitwise chief investment officer Matthew Hougan believes that companies adding Bitcoin (BTC) to their balance sheets are no longer an anomaly but a burgeoning megatrend that could transform the crypto market this year. In a recent memo to clients, Hougan highlighted that MicroStrategy has been making the headlines with its aggressive BTC accumulation strategy. The company […]
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14 Jan 2025

USDC surpasses $20 trillion in all-time transaction volume

USD Coin (USDC) surpassed $20 trillion in cumulative transaction volume in 2024, according to a report published by Circle. In November 2024 alone, USDC recorded $1 trillion in monthly transaction volume. The report highlighted USDC’s role as a digital representation of the US dollar integrated into various blockchains. Moreover, USDC circulation grew 78% year-over-year. The […]
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14 Jan 2025

Bank of England advances design phase of ‘digital pound’ CBDC

The Bank of England (BoE) and HM Treasury reported significant progress in the design phase of the digital pound, a proposed central bank digital currency (CBDC) that would complement traditional banknotes and enhance the UK’s payment infrastructure. The update highlighted efforts to align the initiative with the nation’s evolving payments landscape and broader economic goals. The […]
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14 Jan 2025

Japan, South Korea, and the US issue joint warning over North Korea-related crypto thefts

Japan, South Korea, and the US warned the global crypto industry about threats posed by hacks attributed to North Korean actors in a joint statement published on Jan. 14. According to the statement, groups allegedly tied to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) are targeting exchanges, crypto custodians, and individual users. It highlighted the activity […]
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14 Jan 2025

TON Foundation prepares for US expansion amid pro-crypto Trump administration

The TON Foundation, a blockchain initiative linked to Telegram, is gearing up for significant expansion into the United States, according to a Jan. 14 statement. The strategic shift follows its strong 2024 performance and aligns with a more favorable crypto outlook under President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming administration. This move marks a pivotal moment for TON, […]
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14 Jan 2025