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Gold and silver hit record highs as investors seek safety, while Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies dip amid global uncertainty.

Pump.fun, an iconic memecoin platform, surprises with Pump Fund: a 3 million dollar fund to support 12 startups. A bold transition from speculation to concrete investment. How could this strategic shift redefine the future of startups in the crypto ecosystem?

Bitcoin steadied after a sharp sell-off earlier this week, finding support near the $92,000 level as traders reassessed risk. Market watchers say exchange-traded fund inflows continue to support a positive long-term outlook, even as global political tensions keep volatility elevated. Recent price action suggests buyers remain active despite broader uncertainty.

Crypto funds attract capital again. With more than $2 billion injected in one week, the sector records an unprecedented influx, dominated by bitcoin-backed products. While traditional markets falter, institutional investors redirect their strategy towards cryptos. This renewed interest propels crypto ETPs to the forefront, acting as a strong recovery signal and a tactical repositioning amid economic uncertainties.

Injective has voted on a plan to rarify INJ. An aggressive crypto strategy that could disrupt the rules of the game.

Why has the Bitcoin hashrate just fallen below the symbolic threshold of 1 zettahash per second? Are miners abandoning the network for more profitable AI (artificial intelligence)? A silent battle is redefining the future of mining and blockchain.

Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) are set to redefine the global financial system, and India proposes an ambitious project for the BRICS countries. By aiming to interconnect CBDCs, the initiative could simplify cross-border payments and strengthen the integration of sovereign digital currencies in international trade. This advance, led by India, could transform economic relations among BRICS members and redefine global geopolitical dynamics.

Scaramucci warns that banning yield on stablecoins could make the US dollar less competitive globally as other countries offer interest on digital currencies.

Panic in the crypto pot: MiCA is simmering fiercely, and even Binance is starting to sweat. Ten months before the verdict, Paris is finally lifting the regulatory lid.

Steak ’n Shake is positioning Bitcoin as both a customer payment option and a long-term treasury asset, signaling a deeper integration of cryptocurrency into its business model. The fast-food chain reported that its corporate Bitcoin holdings increased by $10 million in notional value, fueled by customer payments and rising same-store sales.

As the year 2026 is just beginning, Ethereum is already breaking transaction records and showing negligible fees. Analysis!

While the crypto ecosystem oscillates between uncertainty and consolidation, Solana attracts an unexpected wave of users. In the space of 24 hours, more than 8.9 million new addresses were created on the network, a record that reignites attention on this blockchain known for its speed and efficiency. Behind this sudden enthusiasm lies a more nuanced reality, where the enthusiasm of newcomers clashes with fragile technical signals.

Cointribune today launches a brand new Read2Earn educational quest specially designed to help you go further in your understanding of Web3 gaming. After introducing the basics of the subject through a first quest rich in lessons, this sequel immerses you more deeply in the dynamics, economic models, and evolution of blockchain gaming. Here, the goal is to give you the keys to thoroughly understand how models like Play-to-Earn have evolved towards more sustainable, collaborative formats focused on long-term value.

In the world of cryptocurrencies, hacks have become events that are both frequent and dramatic. The main data is clear: nearly 80% of hacked crypto projects never fully recover, even after fixing their technical vulnerabilities. This means that most protocols experiencing a major attack remain permanently weakened — financially and in terms of trust.

While macroeconomic uncertainty weighs on traditional markets, bitcoin is once again establishing itself as a strategic asset for institutional investors. Spot Bitcoin ETFs are recording record inflows, reaching unprecedented levels for several months. This massive return of capital signals a clear repositioning of large portfolios, now more inclined to expose themselves through regulated vehicles. A change in tone that could mark a new phase of institutional adoption, but whose strength remains to be confirmed.

Bitcoin is regaining the interest of institutional markets. This week, U.S. spot ETFs attracted $1.8 billion in inflows, a record peak since October 2025. Such a spectacular resurgence occurs in an uncertain macroeconomic environment, rekindling hopes of a new bull cycle. However, does this surge reflect a fundamental trend or just a technical rebound? As the $100,000 threshold fuels speculation, the market remains suspended on the consistency of these new funds.

Elon Musk is seeking between $79 billion and $134 billion in damages from OpenAI Inc. and Microsoft. He alleged that the companies misled him about the future of the artificial intelligence firm he helped establish. Court filings indicate the lawsuit could become one of the most significant legal battles in the rapidly evolving AI industry.

Patrick Witt confirmed that Bitcoin seized from the Samourai Wallet case will remain in the U.S. Strategic Reserve, dispelling rumors of a government sell-off.

Crypto markets appear to have moved past the leverage-driven stress seen in October, according to asset manager Grayscale. Recent research shared by the firm suggests derivatives activity has stabilized, supply pressure has eased, and market direction is now more closely tied to fundamentals and policy developments. As a result, price action may be better positioned to respond to upcoming regulatory and institutional shifts rather than past disruptions.

Ethereum has not "lost", but it has sometimes compromised. That is the quite direct message that Vitalik Buterin put back on the table on Friday 16 January 2026. He promises a year of reconquest: easier to verify the network yourself, easier to use dApps without trusting intermediaries, and easier to take back control of your data.

While corporate bitcoin adoption remains a divisive subject, Michael Saylor continues to lead the movement. The executive chairman of Strategy no longer just accumulates BTC. He now steps up to defend, against criticism, an unapologetic vision of bitcoin as a strategic corporate treasury asset. In a context of macroeconomic uncertainty, his positions reignite the debate on the relevance and durability of this strategy.

While the market's attention has focused on Ethereum, Solana or rollups, XRP is back in the conversation. Long held back by regulatory turbulences, the asset is catching a new breath, driven by favorable technical dynamics and a growing strength of its infrastructure, the XRP Ledger. Influential voices in the sector now see it as an underestimated catalyst, able to reactivate a growth cycle based on real use cases and a proven architecture.

Polygon sacrifices 30% of its team to dominate crypto payments. We give you all the details in this article.

U.S. lawmakers have put a major crypto market structure bill on hold after strong pushback from Coinbase. Fresh criticism from the exchange’s chief executive raised doubts about whether the proposal could move forward without changes. As a result, Senate Banking Committee members delayed a planned markup while reassessing industry and regulatory concerns tied to the draft.

X is limiting InfoFi apps that reward posting, aiming to reduce spam and AI content, which led to notable drops in related tokens.

CZ remains confident Bitcoin will reach $200K, says an altcoin season will eventually arrive, and warns only meaningful meme coins are likely to last.

The crypto market returns to a more neutral tone, but remains quiet. The Crypto Fear & Greed Index has risen to 54, a sign of a return to balance after weeks dominated by fear, while prices stabilize. Yet, the most telling signal comes from elsewhere: spot volumes remain close to…

What if the next threat to traditional banks did not come from an economic crisis, but from a simple innovation in stablecoins? Brian Moynihan, CEO of Bank of America, warns that the rise of yield-bearing stablecoins could trigger a massive outflow of bank deposits, thus disrupting the balance of the American financial system. This worrying scenario for traditional institutions could see their role as lenders severely affected by this new form of digital competition.