How Crypto Could Reshape Finance, AI, and Privacy by 2026: A16z Crypto

In recent developments, from stablecoin payments to AI-driven agents and privacy-first blockchains, crypto’s next phase is taking shape. Industry leaders outline how 2026 could mark a turning point for mainstream…

Bhutan pledges 10K Bitcoin to develop its ‘mindfulness city’

In recent developments, it’s estimated that Bhutan has around 11,286 Bitcoin in total, a stash worth over $986 million, making it the fifth-largest known holder among countries. Looking closer, market…

Saylor’s Bitcoin stash will be very hard for anyone to match: Pomp

In recent developments, while it may be possible for a public company to catch up to Michael Saylor’s Strategy Bitcoin holdings, it is probably unlikely, Bitcoin entrepreneur Anthony Pompliano says.…

Lightning Network hits record capacity on crypto exchange adoption

In recent developments, lightning Network’s capacity reached an all-time high as exchanges increased adoption, while a new Taproot Assets update has enabled multi-asset transactions. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

Bitcoin could go ‘sub-$50K if quantum isn’t solved by 2028: Capriole

In recent developments, quantitative Bitcoin and digital asset fund Capriole says the price of Bitcoin could plummet if the network doesn’t develop resistance to quantum computing. Looking closer, market participants…

Wormhole Anchors Ripple’s Multichain Push as RLUSD Expands Beyond Single-Ch…

In recent developments, wormhole is positioning Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin for rapid multichain expansion, enabling native issuance across major Ethereum Layer 2 networks as Ripple targets scalable, compliant growth beyond single-blockchain…

Former Theta Executives Accuse Crypto Firm’s CEO of Fraud, Retaliation

In recent developments, two former Theta Labs executives filed whistleblower lawsuits alleging deceptive token practices and retaliation by the company and its CEO. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers…

Crypto Tax Pressure Reaches Congress as Lawmakers Face Urgent Push to Rewrite…

In recent developments, lawmakers are confronting rising pressure to modernize cryptocurrency tax policy as uncertainty clouds compliance, threatens U.S. competitiveness, and forces Congress to weigh legislative action amid warnings that…

SAFE Crypto Act will have scammers shaking in their boots: Crypto lawyer

In recent developments, newly proposed legislation could see the US Treasury, FinCEN, the Secret Service, and law enforcement coordinate to catch crypto scammers and fraudsters. Looking closer, market participants highlight…

Exodus, MoonPay to roll out stablecoin in early 2026, joining gold rush

In recent developments, exodus partnered with MoonPay to launch a USD-backed stablecoin for everyday payments, integrating it into Exodus Pay for self-custodial transactions. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers…