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The Ethereum Foundation has formed a dedicated post-quantum security team in 2026 to upgrade the network’s cryptography and protect wallets, accounts and transactions against future quantum computers. The effort will be led by cryptographic engineer Thomas Coratger with contributions from the…
Ethereum Foundation forms Post-Quantum security team as ETH moves to quantum readiness now
The Ethereum Foundation has formed a dedicated post-quantum security team in 2026 to upgrade the network’s cryptography and protect wallets, accounts and transactions against future quantum computers. The effort will be led by cryptographic engineer Thomas Coratger with contributions from the leanVM team, Ethereum researcher Justin Drake announced. “After years of quiet R&D, EF management […]
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January 26, 2026 at 1:43 PM
The Ethereum Foundation has formed a dedicated post-quantum security team in 2026 to upgrade the network’s cryptography and protect wallets, accounts and transactions against future quantum computers. The effort will be led by cryptographic engineer Thomas Coratger with contributions from the…
A hacker stole almost $17 million from users of Matcha Meta on January 25, beginning around 5:10pm London time, according to reporting. According to Peckshield, the incident was a security breach, and Matcha Meta confirmed the attack later that evening. Matcha Meta attributed the exploit to its…
Hack drains nearly $17.0M from Matcha Meta users; SwapNet breach blamed — revoke approvals
A hacker stole almost $17 million from users of Matcha Meta on January 25, beginning around 5:10pm London time, according to reporting. According to Peckshield, the incident was a security breach, and Matcha Meta confirmed the attack later that evening. Matcha Meta attributed the exploit to its integrated aggregator, SwapNet, and warned affected users to […]
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January 26, 2026 at 1:21 PM
A hacker stole almost $17 million from users of Matcha Meta on January 25, beginning around 5:10pm London time, according to reporting. According to Peckshield, the incident was a security breach, and Matcha Meta confirmed the attack later that evening. Matcha Meta attributed the exploit to its…
Ethereum’s price fell below the critical $2,800 support level, triggering significant whale buying activity as the asset hovers near $2,860. Data shows large entities accumulating over $235 million worth of ETH despite a prevailing bearish trend, while some panic sellers have realized losses. While…
Ethereum whales buy $235M in ETH as price dips below $2.8k
Ethereum’s price fell below the critical $2,800 support level, triggering significant whale buying activity as the asset hovers near $2,860. Data shows large entities accumulating over $235 million worth of ETH despite a prevailing bearish trend, while some panic sellers have realized losses. While on-chain signals indicate continued selling pressure, whale demand is establishing a […]
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January 26, 2026 at 12:21 PM
Ethereum’s price fell below the critical $2,800 support level, triggering significant whale buying activity as the asset hovers near $2,860. Data shows large entities accumulating over $235 million worth of ETH despite a prevailing bearish trend, while some panic sellers have realized losses. While…
On January 23, 2026, ARK Invest filed a CoinDesk 20 Crypto ETF proposal with the SEC. The filing assigns 19.88% to XRP, leaving Bitcoin at 32.4% and Ethereum at 20.69%. Asset managers favor tokens that can absorb large capital without sharp price swings. XRP‘s deep order books and broad global…
ARK’s CoinDesk 20 ETF Allots 19.88% to XRP, Cementing It as Core Holding with BTC/ETH Now.
On January 23, 2026, ARK Invest filed a CoinDesk 20 Crypto ETF proposal with the SEC. The filing assigns 19.88% to XRP, leaving Bitcoin at 32.4% and Ethereum at 20.69%. Asset managers favor tokens that can absorb large capital without sharp price swings. XRP‘s deep order books and broad global trading fit that profile. XRP […]
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January 26, 2026 at 12:20 PM
On January 23, 2026, ARK Invest filed a CoinDesk 20 Crypto ETF proposal with the SEC. The filing assigns 19.88% to XRP, leaving Bitcoin at 32.4% and Ethereum at 20.69%. Asset managers favor tokens that can absorb large capital without sharp price swings. XRP‘s deep order books and broad global…
Bitcoin (BTC) may face a sharp sell-off after renewed talk of a Japanese yen intervention over the weekend, because such action can unwind carry trades and pressure risk assets. According to reports, the New York Fed ran “rate checks” in USD/JPY, a move traders often view as a prelude to…
Yen intervention risk could trigger 30% Bitcoin sell-off; onchain data says no bottom soon
Bitcoin (BTC) may face a sharp sell-off after renewed talk of a Japanese yen intervention over the weekend, because such action can unwind carry trades and pressure risk assets. According to reports, the New York Fed ran “rate checks” in USD/JPY, a move traders often view as a prelude to coordinated intervention. Past intervention windows […]
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January 26, 2026 at 11:38 AM
Bitcoin (BTC) may face a sharp sell-off after renewed talk of a Japanese yen intervention over the weekend, because such action can unwind carry trades and pressure risk assets. According to reports, the New York Fed ran “rate checks” in USD/JPY, a move traders often view as a prelude to…
Metaplanet, a Tokyo‑listed Bitcoin treasury company, on Monday raised its 2025 revenue and operating income forecasts while warning of a large year‑end Bitcoin impairment that will produce heavy annual losses. The company now expects 2025 revenue of about $58 million and operating income of about…
Metaplanet boosts 2025 revenue forecast, flags $680-700M BTC impairment, ups 2026 outlook.
Metaplanet, a Tokyo‑listed Bitcoin treasury company, on Monday raised its 2025 revenue and operating income forecasts while warning of a large year‑end Bitcoin impairment that will produce heavy annual losses. The company now expects 2025 revenue of about $58 million and operating income of about $40 million, but it forecasts an ordinary loss of $632 […]
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January 26, 2026 at 10:36 AM
Metaplanet, a Tokyo‑listed Bitcoin treasury company, on Monday raised its 2025 revenue and operating income forecasts while warning of a large year‑end Bitcoin impairment that will produce heavy annual losses. The company now expects 2025 revenue of about $58 million and operating income of about…
Bitcoin dropped below $87,000 on Sunday, January 25th, amid market stress from U.S. political risks. The decline triggered over $677 million in total crypto liquidations, with longs accounting for $606 million. Analysts point to falling Open Interest and bearish on-chain metrics, indicating…
Bitcoin Falls Below $87k on Trump Tariff, Shutdown News; $677M Liquidated
Bitcoin dropped below $87,000 on Sunday, January 25th, amid market stress from U.S. political risks. The decline triggered over $677 million in total crypto liquidations, with longs accounting for $606 million. Analysts point to falling Open Interest and bearish on-chain metrics, indicating continued seller dominance and elevated risk. Bitcoin fell below $87,000 on Sunday, January […]
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January 26, 2026 at 10:10 AM
Bitcoin dropped below $87,000 on Sunday, January 25th, amid market stress from U.S. political risks. The decline triggered over $677 million in total crypto liquidations, with longs accounting for $606 million. Analysts point to falling Open Interest and bearish on-chain metrics, indicating…
Zimbabwe has formally applied to join the BRICS economic bloc and is now awaiting responses from existing members. The group counts 11 full members after Indonesia joined in January 2025, and many countries are seeking entry (Ed. note: 23 nations have submitted official applications). Professor…
Zimbabwe Files BRICS Application as Bloc Expands to 11 Members, 23 Nations Seek Entry Soon
Zimbabwe has formally applied to join the BRICS economic bloc and is now awaiting responses from existing members. The group counts 11 full members after Indonesia joined in January 2025, and many countries are seeking entry (Ed. note: 23 nations have submitted official applications). Professor Amon Murwira, Zimbabwe’s Foreign Affairs Minister, said he had contacted […]
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January 26, 2026 at 10:08 AM
Zimbabwe has formally applied to join the BRICS economic bloc and is now awaiting responses from existing members. The group counts 11 full members after Indonesia joined in January 2025, and many countries are seeking entry (Ed. note: 23 nations have submitted official applications). Professor…
On Sunday, decentralized exchange aggregator Matcha Meta reported a security breach that routed through the liquidity provider SwapNet, urging users to revoke approvals immediately in a post. The protocol warned that users who had disabled one-time token approvals could be at risk and asked them to…
Matcha Meta DEX hit by SwapNet exploit, ~$16.8M drained; users urged to revoke approvals!!
On Sunday, decentralized exchange aggregator Matcha Meta reported a security breach that routed through the liquidity provider SwapNet, urging users to revoke approvals immediately in a post. The protocol warned that users who had disabled one-time token approvals could be at risk and asked them to revoke permissions to SwapNet’s router contract. Estimates of stolen […]
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January 26, 2026 at 9:33 AM
On Sunday, decentralized exchange aggregator Matcha Meta reported a security breach that routed through the liquidity provider SwapNet, urging users to revoke approvals immediately in a post. The protocol warned that users who had disabled one-time token approvals could be at risk and asked them to…
Shiba Inu (SHIB) entered its annual demand zone in recent days on-chain, drawing renewed attention from traders and analysts. Interest stems from the zone’s history of large rallies and recent tokenomic moves that aim to reduce supply. A single transaction recently burned about 28 million tokens,…
Shiba Inu Hits Yearly Demand Zone as Burn Rate Spikes 1,100% and Whales Accumulate Rapidly
Shiba Inu (SHIB) entered its annual demand zone in recent days on-chain, drawing renewed attention from traders and analysts. Interest stems from the zone’s history of large rallies and recent tokenomic moves that aim to reduce supply. A single transaction recently burned about 28 million tokens, boosting the burn rate by over 1,100%. (Ed. note: […]
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January 26, 2026 at 9:04 AM
Shiba Inu (SHIB) entered its annual demand zone in recent days on-chain, drawing renewed attention from traders and analysts. Interest stems from the zone’s history of large rallies and recent tokenomic moves that aim to reduce supply. A single transaction recently burned about 28 million tokens,…
Japan’s Financial Services Agency is weighing rule changes that could permit cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds as early as 2028. According to the report, the planned changes aim to let retail investors access Bitcoin and other digital assets via regular brokerage accounts. The agency would amend…
Japan eyes 2028 rollout for crypto ETFs, regulator mulls rule changes to boost access soon
Japan’s Financial Services Agency is weighing rule changes that could permit cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds as early as 2028. According to the report, the planned changes aim to let retail investors access Bitcoin and other digital assets via regular brokerage accounts. The agency would amend its framework to include crypto as eligible ETF assets and strengthen […]
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January 26, 2026 at 8:28 AM
Japan’s Financial Services Agency is weighing rule changes that could permit cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds as early as 2028. According to the report, the planned changes aim to let retail investors access Bitcoin and other digital assets via regular brokerage accounts. The agency would amend…
Solana’s sharp January rally reversed dramatically after a failed attempt to break the $145 resistance, leading to a 16% drop toward $126. Despite the price decline, bearish pressure intensified as Open Interest rose to over $8.8 billion, while on-chain data revealed a contrasting surge in staking,…
Solana Stumbles 16% After Failed Rally, Tumbles Toward $126 Support
Solana’s sharp January rally reversed dramatically after a failed attempt to break the $145 resistance, leading to a 16% drop toward $126. Despite the price decline, bearish pressure intensified as Open Interest rose to over $8.8 billion, while on-chain data revealed a contrasting surge in staking, hitting a record 70% of supply. Solana began 2026 […]
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January 26, 2026 at 8:02 AM
Solana’s sharp January rally reversed dramatically after a failed attempt to break the $145 resistance, leading to a 16% drop toward $126. Despite the price decline, bearish pressure intensified as Open Interest rose to over $8.8 billion, while on-chain data revealed a contrasting surge in staking,…
The Financial Conduct Authority has opened a final feedback period on ten proposed UK crypto rules, the regulator said on Friday as part of the government’s crypto roadmap. The move aims to apply traditional finance standards to the crypto sector and build public trust. The proposals cover business…
FCA seeks final feedback on proposals to impose traditional finance rules on UK crypto now
The Financial Conduct Authority has opened a final feedback period on ten proposed UK crypto rules, the regulator said on Friday as part of the government’s crypto roadmap. The move aims to apply traditional finance standards to the crypto sector and build public trust. The proposals cover business standards of conduct, credit-based crypto purchases, regulatory […]
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January 26, 2026 at 7:25 AM
The Financial Conduct Authority has opened a final feedback period on ten proposed UK crypto rules, the regulator said on Friday as part of the government’s crypto roadmap. The move aims to apply traditional finance standards to the crypto sector and build public trust. The proposals cover business…
The cryptocurrency River (RIVER) has rallied strongly despite broader market weakness, gaining over 21% on January 25. This surge occurred as Bitcoin fell below $90,000. The token’s momentum follows a recent listing on the South Korean exchange Coinone and a strategic $8 million investment from…
RIVER Surges 21% As Bulls Target $100, Defying Bitcoin Dip And Warnings
The cryptocurrency River (RIVER) has rallied strongly despite broader market weakness, gaining over 21% on January 25. This surge occurred as Bitcoin fell below $90,000. The token’s momentum follows a recent listing on the South Korean exchange Coinone and a strategic $8 million investment from TRON founder Justin Sun. Analysts have warned the price move […]
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January 26, 2026 at 6:57 AM
The cryptocurrency River (RIVER) has rallied strongly despite broader market weakness, gaining over 21% on January 25. This surge occurred as Bitcoin fell below $90,000. The token’s momentum follows a recent listing on the South Korean exchange Coinone and a strategic $8 million investment from…
Gold topped $5,000 per ounce for the first time, peaking near $5,093 late Sunday and settling around $5,070. Central banks and private investors drove the move across global markets amid rising debt, geopolitical shocks, and fears of currency debasement. The metal rose more than 60% during 2025,…
Gold Soars Past $5,000/oz as Safe-Haven Rally Intensifies Amid Debt, Geopolitics – $5K Up!
Gold topped $5,000 per ounce for the first time, peaking near $5,093 late Sunday and settling around $5,070. Central banks and private investors drove the move across global markets amid rising debt, geopolitical shocks, and fears of currency debasement. The metal rose more than 60% during 2025, and momentum continued into 2026. Data shows central […]
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January 26, 2026 at 6:56 AM
Gold topped $5,000 per ounce for the first time, peaking near $5,093 late Sunday and settling around $5,070. Central banks and private investors drove the move across global markets amid rising debt, geopolitical shocks, and fears of currency debasement. The metal rose more than 60% during 2025,…
Changpeng Zhao said on Sunday he will not return to Binance despite receiving a presidential pardon from Donald Trump. He told CNBC’s Squawk Box that the pardon means the former restrictions “are completely lifted,” but he rejected a comeback. Zhao said he stepped away after seven years and does…
CZ rules out return to Binance despite Trump pardon, says he will stay passive shareholder
Changpeng Zhao said on Sunday he will not return to Binance despite receiving a presidential pardon from Donald Trump. He told CNBC’s Squawk Box that the pardon means the former restrictions “are completely lifted,” but he rejected a comeback. Zhao said he stepped away after seven years and does not want to resume control. He […]
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January 26, 2026 at 6:25 AM
Changpeng Zhao said on Sunday he will not return to Binance despite receiving a presidential pardon from Donald Trump. He told CNBC’s Squawk Box that the pardon means the former restrictions “are completely lifted,” but he rejected a comeback. Zhao said he stepped away after seven years and does…
A survey conducted from early December to early January found most investors view Bitcoin as undervalued, according to a report by Coinbase — stated. The poll covered 75 institutional and 73 independent investors while BTC traded near $85k–$95k. Seventy-one percent of institutions and 60% of…
70% of institutions say Bitcoin is undervalued at $85K-$95K as metals outshine crypto (CB)
A survey conducted from early December to early January found most investors view Bitcoin as undervalued, according to a report by Coinbase — stated. The poll covered 75 institutional and 73 independent investors while BTC traded near $85k–$95k. Seventy-one percent of institutions and 60% of independents said they feel that [Bitcoin] is undervalued. A quarter […]
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January 26, 2026 at 5:24 AM
A survey conducted from early December to early January found most investors view Bitcoin as undervalued, according to a report by Coinbase — stated. The poll covered 75 institutional and 73 independent investors while BTC traded near $85k–$95k. Seventy-one percent of institutions and 60% of…
Avantis’ AVNT token surged over 27% in a single day, marking a significant breakout. The rally was driven by a sharp increase in network activity and a technical breakout from a falling wedge pattern. The token’s total trading volume reached $64.4 billion, with significant participation from Asian…
Avantis DEX Token Soars 27% as Network Activity, Whale Accumulation Drive Rally
Avantis’ AVNT token surged over 27% in a single day, marking a significant breakout. The rally was driven by a sharp increase in network activity and a technical breakout from a falling wedge pattern. The token’s total trading volume reached $64.4 billion, with significant participation from Asian investors. The decentralized exchange token Avantis (AVNT) rallied […]
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January 26, 2026 at 4:50 AM
Avantis’ AVNT token surged over 27% in a single day, marking a significant breakout. The rally was driven by a sharp increase in network activity and a technical breakout from a falling wedge pattern. The token’s total trading volume reached $64.4 billion, with significant participation from Asian…
Gold climbed to a record $5,080 on Monday as traders sought safe havens amid rising geopolitical and trade tensions, according to gold price data. Investors moved toward the metal amid fears of a possible U.S. government shutdown and renewed tariff threats from President Donald Trump. The Kobeissi…
Gold tops $5,000 as Bitcoin tumbles toward $86,000 amid US shutdown and tariff fears today
Gold climbed to a record $5,080 on Monday as traders sought safe havens amid rising geopolitical and trade tensions, according to gold price data. Investors moved toward the metal amid fears of a possible U.S. government shutdown and renewed tariff threats from President Donald Trump. The Kobeissi Letter said “A likely government shutdown just added […]
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January 26, 2026 at 4:22 AM
Gold climbed to a record $5,080 on Monday as traders sought safe havens amid rising geopolitical and trade tensions, according to gold price data. Investors moved toward the metal amid fears of a possible U.S. government shutdown and renewed tariff threats from President Donald Trump. The Kobeissi…
Enso (ENSO) experienced a dramatic surge in its futures market, resulting in $11.67 million in liquidations over 24 hours, with over 70% being short positions. This short squeeze coincided with the token’s price rallying 38.3% in a day and 180% over the past week, while daily trading volume…
Short Squeeze: Enso Liquidates $11.67M, 71% Shorts as Token Rallies 180
Enso (ENSO) experienced a dramatic surge in its futures market, resulting in $11.67 million in liquidations over 24 hours, with over 70% being short positions. This short squeeze coincided with the token’s price rallying 38.3% in a day and 180% over the past week, while daily trading volume increased by 170%. Enso’s futures market saw […]
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January 26, 2026 at 3:43 AM
Enso (ENSO) experienced a dramatic surge in its futures market, resulting in $11.67 million in liquidations over 24 hours, with over 70% being short positions. This short squeeze coincided with the token’s price rallying 38.3% in a day and 180% over the past week, while daily trading volume…
Entropy is shutting down and will return capital to investors. Tux Pacific announced this Saturday in a post on X. “After four years, several pivots, and two rounds of layoffs, I’ve decided to wind-up Entropy and return capital to our investors,” he wrote. Entropy launched in late 2021 as a…
Entropy shuts down; CEO Tux Pacific to return capital after four years, cites no scale gap
Entropy is shutting down and will return capital to investors. Tux Pacific announced this Saturday in a post on X. “After four years, several pivots, and two rounds of layoffs, I’ve decided to wind-up Entropy and return capital to our investors,” he wrote. Entropy launched in late 2021 as a decentralized self-custody solution. The company […]
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January 26, 2026 at 3:22 AM
Entropy is shutting down and will return capital to investors. Tux Pacific announced this Saturday in a post on X. “After four years, several pivots, and two rounds of layoffs, I’ve decided to wind-up Entropy and return capital to our investors,” he wrote. Entropy launched in late 2021 as a…
Around $100 billion was wiped from the crypto market late Sunday. Traders sold amid fears of a partial U.S. government shutdown after a federal agent shot and killed a man in Minneapolis. “I will vote no,” Senate Democrat Leader Chuck Schumer said, and warned Democrats would not advance the bill if…
Crypto market loses $100B as shutdown odds hit 80% amid surge in bets; Bitcoin down +alts!
Around $100 billion was wiped from the crypto market late Sunday. Traders sold amid fears of a partial U.S. government shutdown after a federal agent shot and killed a man in Minneapolis. “I will vote no,” Senate Democrat Leader Chuck Schumer said, and warned Democrats would not advance the bill if DHS funding remained included. […]
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January 26, 2026 at 1:20 AM
Around $100 billion was wiped from the crypto market late Sunday. Traders sold amid fears of a partial U.S. government shutdown after a federal agent shot and killed a man in Minneapolis. “I will vote no,” Senate Democrat Leader Chuck Schumer said, and warned Democrats would not advance the bill if…
The memecoin Nietzschean Penguin (PENGUIN) surged over 8,000% to a $0.174 all-time high shortly after its launch. The rally accelerated dramatically following a viral post from an official White House social media account featuring a penguin image. Large investors, or whales, both accumulated and…
Nietzschean Penguin Memecoin Surges 179% After White House Post; Facing Pullback
The memecoin Nietzschean Penguin (PENGUIN) surged over 8,000% to a $0.174 all-time high shortly after its launch. The rally accelerated dramatically following a viral post from an official White House social media account featuring a penguin image. Large investors, or whales, both accumulated and sold substantial amounts, contributing to extreme volatility as the token’s market […]
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January 25, 2026 at 11:22 PM
The memecoin Nietzschean Penguin (PENGUIN) surged over 8,000% to a $0.174 all-time high shortly after its launch. The rally accelerated dramatically following a viral post from an official White House social media account featuring a penguin image. Large investors, or whales, both accumulated and…
Memecoin PIPPIN has plunged more than 13% in the past 24 hours, deepening its monthly losses to approximately 36%. This decline significantly underperforms the broader, relatively flat cryptocurrency market. Data indicates that “smart money” investors sold over $675,000 worth of PIPPIN,…
Pippin Memecoin Plunges 13% as ‘Smart Money’ Sells $675K Worth
Memecoin PIPPIN has plunged more than 13% in the past 24 hours, deepening its monthly losses to approximately 36%. This decline significantly underperforms the broader, relatively flat cryptocurrency market. Data indicates that “smart money” investors sold over $675,000 worth of PIPPIN, contributing to widespread selling pressure among memecoins. Technical analysis shows the token’s price has […]
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January 25, 2026 at 10:21 PM
Memecoin PIPPIN has plunged more than 13% in the past 24 hours, deepening its monthly losses to approximately 36%. This decline significantly underperforms the broader, relatively flat cryptocurrency market. Data indicates that “smart money” investors sold over $675,000 worth of PIPPIN,…
Foundry USA curtailed about 60% of its Bitcoin hashrate since Friday as a severe U.S. winter storm forced capacity reductions to ease grid stress. Operators removed nearly 200 exahashes per second, slowing temporary block production and reducing mining output across affected regions. “Bitcoin…
Foundry USA Curtailed 60% of Bitcoin Hashrate Amid Winter Storm, Slowing Blocks to 12m avg
Foundry USA curtailed about 60% of its Bitcoin hashrate since Friday as a severe U.S. winter storm forced capacity reductions to ease grid stress. Operators removed nearly 200 exahashes per second, slowing temporary block production and reducing mining output across affected regions. “Bitcoin hashrate on Foundry USA alone is down by nearly 200 exahashes per […]
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January 25, 2026 at 10:12 PM
Foundry USA curtailed about 60% of its Bitcoin hashrate since Friday as a severe U.S. winter storm forced capacity reductions to ease grid stress. Operators removed nearly 200 exahashes per second, slowing temporary block production and reducing mining output across affected regions. “Bitcoin…