Category: crypto

Polymarket, a decentralized prediction market platform, has introduced trading fees on its short-duration cryptocurrency price markets and Polymarket US app. This marks a shift from its previous zero-fee model. Takers on the app will now pay a fee of 1 basis point (0.01%), establishing Polymarket’s first revenue stream as it expands into mainstream trading markets.

In 2026, the best Bitcoin wallets like Bitamp, Ledger, Trezor, Electrum, and BlueWallet prioritize security against malware, phishing, and unauthorized access. Hardware and self-custody options are safest, with offline key storage and on-device confirmations recommended for large holdings. Mobile wallets are suitable for smaller, everyday transactions.

A post-mortem report on the Flow blockchain exploit on December 27 revealed a protocol-level flaw that allowed the attacker to duplicate tokens and steal $3.9 million. The attacker was able to send over 1 billion counterfeit FLOW tokens to exchanges, but nearly half were recovered and destroyed. The network is now fully operational after implementing…

Barclays has made its first direct investment in a stablecoin-related company, Ubyx, by taking an equity stake. Ubyx provides a stablecoin clearing and settlement platform, connecting token issuers with banks and fintechs. This investment is part of Barclays’ strategy to explore new forms of digital money while operating within regulatory boundaries.

Bybit’s 2026 Crypto Outlook suggests that Bitcoin’s traditional four‑year cycle is weakening due to factors such as macro policy and institutional flows. Options markets indicate a 10.3% chance of Bitcoin reaching $150,000 by 2026. The report also highlights real‑world asset tokenization and quantum‑driven infrastructure upgrades as key themes for 2026.

XRP has outperformed Bitcoin and Ethereum in early 2026 as U.S. spot XRP ETFs log over $1b in cumulative inflows and strong daily volumes. XRP reserves on exchanges have decreased, while XRPL DEX liquidity and transaction counts have increased. Futures open interest is at multi-month highs, indicating a bullish trend.

Bitcoin’s price advance is being led by spot trading rather than leverage, with a positive composite derivatives pressure index indicating a healthier rally. The current regime is “Expansion (Moderate)” with no signs of euphoric leverage yet. Negative divergence between price and open interest suggests a sustainable, spot-led rally.

Kaspa’s PoW BlockDAG design, fixed supply, and increasing real-world adoption contribute to the narrative of 2026 altcoin mania. Analysts view Kaspa as a Bitcoin evolution with high circulating supply by 2026, attracting institutional users like energy firms and dental clinics. Its scalability and performance are compared to established networks like Solana and Ethereum.

Canaan and Bitforest partner to launch a 3MW pilot program in Manitoba that recycles heat generated by Bitcoin mining operations to heat tomato greenhouses. The project aims to reduce fossil fuel use by using liquid-cooled mining units to preheat water for the greenhouses’ electric boilers. This initiative is part of a broader trend in the…

Nike quietly sold its digital products unit RTFKT in December 2025, a year after announcing the end of Web3 services. Converse sales dropped by 30% in Q4 2025, leading to speculation about further portfolio cuts. The NFT market cap has fallen by over 67%, causing major NFT events and platforms to retreat or pivot.