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Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov speaking about BRICS and the US dollar at a press briefing

Russia Dismisses Trump’s Tariff Threat: BRICS Not Challenging the Dollar

January 31, 2025 Dan K

Russia rejects Trump’s tariff threat, stating BRICS isn’t creating a dollar rival but focusing on investment tools and economic cooperation within the group.

Upbit crypto exchange announces VIRTUAL token listing, causing a 20% price surge.

South Korea’s Upbit Lists AI Agent Token VIRTUAL, Boosting Price by 20%

January 31, 2025 Dan K

Upbit lists the AI-powered VIRTUAL token, boosting its price by 20%. Trading begins Jan. 31 on KRW, BTC, and USDT markets, fueling market interest.

A digital finance concept showing stablecoin transactions surpassing traditional payment giants.

Stablecoin Transfer Volumes Surpass Visa and Mastercard in 2024

January 31, 2025 Dan K

Stablecoin transfers hit $27.6T in 2024, surpassing Visa and Mastercard. Bots, DeFi, and USDT drove growth despite a 13.5% market share decline.

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Binance Denies ‘Special Relationship’ With Hamas, Seeks Lawsuit Dismissal

January 30, 2025 Dan K

Binance denies ties to Hamas in a US lawsuit, arguing crypto is “not inherently dangerous.” A judge has yet to rule on the dismissal motion.

El Salvador’s Congress approves Bitcoin law amendments as part of an IMF loan agreement.

El Salvador Amends Bitcoin Policies to Secure $1.4B IMF Deal

January 30, 2025 Dan K

El Salvador revises Bitcoin laws to meet IMF’s $1.4B loan terms, making BTC payments optional while keeping it legal tender and scaling back state crypto projects.

SA digital security breach concept with a hacker silhouette and crypto symbols in the background.

Crypto Hacks Surge Ninefold in January 2025, Totaling $73.9M in Losses

January 30, 2025 Dan K

Crypto hacks soared to $73.9M in January 2025, a ninefold jump from December. The Phemex breach accounted for $69.1M, per Immunefi’s latest report.

Chris LaCivita, Trump’s co-campaign manager, joins Coinbase’s advisory council to influence crypto regulation and policy decisions.

Coinbase Strengthens Ties with Trump Through Advisory Council Appointment

January 29, 2025 Dan K

Coinbase appoints Trump’s co-campaign manager Chris LaCivita to its advisory council, signaling deeper political ties and a push for favorable crypto regulation.