Category: crypto

A Canadian scammer posing as a Coinbase support agent has stolen over $2 million in crypto from users. The scammer, known as “Haby,” used social engineering tactics to deceive victims. Independent investigator ZachXBT traced the scammer’s identity through wallet transactions and social media posts, ultimately revealing his location in British Columbia.

Lighter has launched its long-awaited LIT token, with 50% allocated to the ecosystem and 25% immediately airdropped. Protocol revenues will fund growth or buybacks for LIT holders. The token will be used for staking-based access tiers and as a fee token for subscribers and data providers. Lighter has seen significant growth in 2025 as a…

Bitcoin critic Peter Schiff views Bitcoin’s return near $90,000 as an opportunity for investors to reduce exposure and manage risk. Leverage is increasing, with futures open interest rising on major exchanges. Two wallets withdrew a large amount of Bitcoin from Binance, possibly signaling a supply squeeze. The market direction remains uncertain.

DAG Network held an AMA session discussing new leadership, pending audits, a centralized launch phase, and timelines for the BDAG presale and listing. Nick Vandenberg was named CEO, Jeremy Harkness as CTO, and founder Gurhan Kiziloz will take on a funding and oversight role. The network aims for a late January presale and February listings,…

By 2026, a major technology company is predicted to integrate a cryptocurrency wallet, potentially exposing billions of users to digital assets. Dragonfly VC expects stronger Bitcoin but decreased dominance, with Ethereum and Solana remaining key in DeFi. Stablecoin supply will rise, while stricter DeFi rules and potential IPOs from firms like Kraken are anticipated.

Cicely LaMothe, the SEC’s Deputy Director of Corporation Finance, has retired after 24 years, supporting pro-crypto initiatives that shaped the SEC’s current stance on digital assets. Her work included guidance on meme coins, staking frameworks, and crypto ETPs, paving the way for a more supportive regulatory environment for crypto.

Political scandal, Bitcoin accumulation, silver volatility, and creator coins are driving short-term crypto sentiment and volatility. Media narratives, rather than fundamentals, are shaping the market. Investigative journalist Nick Shirley’s fraud probe in Minnesota, Strategy’s Bitcoin purchases, gold-silver volatility, and creator coins on Base are key factors influencing the market.

Bitcoin closed 2025 with a mining difficulty of 148.2 trillion, up 35% from the beginning of the year. This reflects increased network security and miner competition. The difficulty is projected to rise to around 149.3 trillion in the next adjustment on January 8, 2026. Miners have been deploying more efficient hardware despite the 2025 halving…

Cryptocurrency analyst Michaël van de Poppe identifies a bullish divergence between Bitcoin and gold, indicating potential outperformance for Bitcoin. Historical data shows similar patterns preceding periods where Bitcoin outperformed gold. This divergence may signal a shift from safe havens to risk-on assets, potentially leading Bitcoin to outperform gold in the future.

GameFi funding plummeted by 55% in 2025, leading to studio closures. Web2.5 games using blockchain without tokens gained traction. Poor retention rates and inflated play-to-earn models worsened the situation. However, some studios like Fumb Games and Mythical Games found success without tokens. Traditional brands like FIFA also entered the blockchain gaming space.