Crypto executives share 6 stablecoin predictions for 2026

In recent developments, cointelegraph asked 20 crypto executives for their stablecoin predictions in 2026. We identified five key themes… and one stark warning. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers…

Spot XRP ETFs maintain 29-day inflow streak despite turbulent December

In recent developments, uS-listed XRP ETFs continued to draw steady inflows through December, even as Bitcoin and Ether funds posted sharp monthly outflows. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers…

Metaplanet adds $450M in late-December buys, ending 2025 above 35,000 BTC

In recent developments, metaplanet added 4,279 BTC to take its treasury to 35,102 BTC, as its Bitcoin Income Generation business beat forecasts. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such…

$11B Bitcoin whale sells $330M ETH, opens massive $748M longs in top cryptos

In recent developments, an $11 billion Bitcoin whale is betting hundreds of millions of dollars on price increases of Bitcoin, Ether and Solana, while “smart money” traders remain net short…

Lighter’s LIT tokenomics split DeFi as Polymarket bets top $74M

In recent developments, lighter’s LIT token launch sparked debate over insider ownership, while prediction markets and whale trades revealed divided expectations around valuation. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers…

Bitcoin’s $90K rejection: Is BTC’s digital gold narrative losing to bonds?

In recent developments, bitcoin’s recovery relied on a shift toward the “digital gold” narrative, but global growth risks and strong equity markets have delayed that breakout. Looking closer, market participants…

Is Crypto a Security? Part VI: Practical Compliance Guidance 

In recent developments, law and Ledger is a news segment focusing on crypto legal news, brought to you by Kelman Law – A law firm focused on digital asset commerce.…

Store of value demand, regulatory clarity to drive 2026 bull market: Grayscale

In recent developments, grayscale said macro pressure and clearer US regulations are setting the stage for crypto’s next bull market in 2026. The development has drawn attention from traders and…

AI Phishing, Supply Chains, and $3.5B Lost — Crypto’s Brutal 2025

In recent developments, 2025 marked a turning point in crypto security with the $1.5 billion Bybit hack, the largest DeFi breach ever, executed by North Korea’s Lazarus Group. Chainalysis data…

Iran Faces Largest Protests in Three Years Amid Soaring Inflation and Currenc…

In recent developments, nationwide demonstrations erupt in Iran as the country’s currency collapses to a record low, with the Central Bank governor resigning and inflation reaching critical levels. Massive protests…