Category: crypto

World Liberty Financial (WLFI) has introduced a strategic token reserve called Macro Strategy to strengthen its financial position and support digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The project aims to manage market fluctuations by diversifying its portfolio and plans to collaborate with traditional financial institutions to bridge the gap between decentralized and traditional finance. The…

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey expressed doubts about central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), emphasizing the need for central banks to maintain control over monetary transmission. Bailey highlighted the importance of preserving the existing financial framework and warned against undermining commercial banks. He also discussed the regulation of stablecoins and the potential impact of the…

Goldman Sachs reported over $2 billion in crypto exposure through Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs as of Dec. 31 in its latest 13F form. The filing detailed significant increases in Bitcoin exposure, with $1.56 billion in Bitcoin and $476.5 million in Ethereum. The institution also reported options trading positions and closed previous exposures.

Tether introduced the Legacy Mesh system to connect USDT and USDT0 across various blockchain networks including TRON, Ton, Ethereum, Arbitrum, Ink, and Berachain. The Legacy Mesh aims to streamline liquidity movement without the need for intermediary bridges, enhancing the DeFi protocol and establishing Arbitrum as a key liquidity hub for stablecoin transfers.

CryptoSlate Alpha is a membership program that requires purchasing an NFT with SOL, the Solana token. Connecting your Solana wallet is necessary for the purchase. By buying the membership, you agree to the terms of your digital wallet provider and the Access Foundation. CryptoSlate is not responsible for your digital wallet.

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell confirmed the US will not have a central bank digital currency during his leadership. Senator Moreno expressed relief at Powell’s statement. President Trump signed an executive order prohibiting federal agencies from developing a CBDC. Powell and Governor Waller both emphasized the private sector’s role in driving payment innovation.

Bitcoin (BTC) is expected to increase in value as US Treasury yields remain below 4.50%, creating a positive environment for digital assets. Standard Chartered’s Geoffrey Kendrick predicts Bitcoin could reach a new all-time high above $108,000 in February, as long as key macroeconomic conditions remain stable. The recent announcement of tariffs by President Trump could…

Japanese gaming and blockchain company Gumi has invested 1 billion yen in Bitcoin, representing 4.3% of its market cap. Gumi also became the first publicly listed Japanese company to participate in BTC staking protocol Babylon. The company aims to strengthen its blockchain-focused business and generate new revenue sources through capital appreciation and validator rewards.

The altcoin sector is experiencing significant devaluation due to sell-side pressure and lack of adoption. Most ERC-20 tokens have highly correlated price movements, indicating a sector-wide sell-off. Liquidity in altcoins remains concentrated, with the top 10 coins holding 64% of total market depth. Bitcoin has outperformed altcoins in recent weeks.

Gemini has received in-principle approval from Malta’s financial regulator for an investment firm license, a key step in its European expansion. This approval aligns with Gemini’s strategy to establish a stronger European presence and offer regulated crypto services across the European Economic Area. The full license would allow Gemini to provide regulated futures and options…