Visa-linked stablecoin platform Rain raises $250M at $1.95B valuation

In recent developments, the raise values Rain at $1.95 billion after 30-fold card growth in 2025, with the Visa-linked platform planning expansion across multiple continents. Looking closer, market participants highlight…

The 24/7 global stock market is impossible on today’s blockchain

In recent developments, current blockchain infrastructure has inadequate throughput and systematic front-running. Real-world finance demands sub-second finality and fair transaction ordering. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such as…

Sharplink Deploys $170 Million ETH Into Linea, Kicks off Ethereum’s ‘Prod…

In recent developments, the company stated that this move served to innovate and find the most productive way to hold ether with institutional-grade infrastructure, using Consensys’ Linea to accomplish this…

Bitcoin and Ether ETFs shed over $1B as early 2026 inflows reverse

In recent developments, after a brief January rebound, US spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs saw heavy redemptions, extending a cautious trend that began after October’s market reset. Looking closer, market…

Top Crypto Exchanges in January 2026 – Updated Rankings to Start the New Year

In recent developments, disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. If you click a link and make a purchase or sign up for a service, Bitcoin.com may receive a commission. Our…

Zcash sees developer slowdown as ZEC extends two-month slide

In recent developments, zcash developer activity has fallen to its lowest level since 2021 as a governance dispute weighs on sentiment and ZEC extends a two-month decline. Looking closer, market…

Vulnerability found in Babylon staking code could slow block production

In recent developments, a newly discovered vulnerability may enable malicious validators to omit the hash field when posting blocks, leading to validator crashes and slowing block production. Looking closer, market…

XRP Holds Critical Support as Whales Step Back — Is This the Calm Before a …

In recent developments, xRP is consolidating near a critical support zone as tightening intraday trading, easing whale sell pressure, and steady retail activity point to a potential re-accumulation phase after…

Australian Regulator Flags Grok in Rising AI Image Abuse Complaints

In recent developments, reports of non-consensual AI-generated sexual images doubled since late 2025, with some involving children, the Commissioner said. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such as liquidity…

South Korea’s top court says exchange‑held Bitcoin can be seized 

In recent developments, the ruling confirms that Bitcoin in South Korean exchange accounts is an “object of seizure” under criminal law, aligning Seoul with US and EU enforcement practices. Looking…