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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.

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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.

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.

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OpenSea Faces Backlash Over ‘OS2’ Beta Rollout and Airdrop Concerns

January 28, 2025 Dan K

OpenSea’s ‘OS2’ beta rollout draws criticism over Gemesis NFT access and airdrop plans, sparking user frustration over platform priorities.

Michael Saylor hints at another Bitcoin purchase as whale accumulation intensifies

Arizona Senate Committee Advances Bitcoin Reserve Bill

January 28, 2025 Dan K

Arizona advances a Bitcoin reserve bill, enabling up to 10% of state funds in Bitcoin. If passed, it could make Arizona a leader in crypto strategy.

Antonia Perez Hernandez sentenced in court for her role in Forcount crypto Ponzi scheme

Judge Sentences Forcount Promoter to 30 Months Behind Bars

January 27, 2025 Dan K

Forcount promoter Antonia Perez Hernandez sentenced to 30 months in prison for conspiracy to commit wire fraud, defrauding investors of $8.4M.

Bitcoin price chart showing sharp decline amidst massive crypto liquidations.

Nearly $1B Liquidated as Crypto Suffers Amid DeepSeek AI

January 27, 2025 Dan K

Crypto markets crash with nearly $1B liquidated, Bitcoin below $98K, and Ethereum sinking. DeepSeek AI news sparks risk asset sell-off.

House Oversight Committee members discuss debanking claims tied to crypto industry and Operation Chokepoint 2.0.

Oversight Committee Republicans Launch Debanking Investigation

January 26, 2025 Dan K

House Republicans launch a probe into crypto debanking claims, as Democrats call for an investigation into Trump’s memecoin and potential conflicts.

A digital representation of Ethereum transactions highlighting the Bybit hack and THORChain laundering.

Kidnapped Ledger Co-Founder David Balland Had His Hand Mutilated in Ransom Plot

January 25, 2025 Dan K

David Balland, ex-Ledger co-founder, was kidnapped in France. A 48-hour ordeal ended with his rescue, leaving him injured. Police arrested 10 suspects.

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

Trump Champions US Leadership in Crypto at Davos, Lummis Leads Senate Digital Assets Panel

January 23, 2025 Dan K

Trump backs US crypto leadership at Davos as Lummis chairs a new Senate panel focused on digital assets and bipartisan crypto legislation. (149 characters)