Author: Kryptonews

In theory, bitcoin should thrive during times of uncertainty as it’s sound money that’s censorship-resistant. In practice, it’s becoming the first thing investors sell when push comes to shove.As geopolitical tensions flared over the past week, following Trump’s threats of tariffs against NATO allies over Greenland and speculation of potential military action in the Arctic, markets pulled back, and volatility spiked.Since Jan. 18, after Trump first threatened tariffs in his push for Greenland acquisition, bitcoin has lost 6.6% of its value, while gold has moved up 8.6% to new highs near $5,000.The reason lies in how each asset fits into…

US-based spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have extended their outflow streak to five days as crypto market sentiment continues to wane.Spot Bitcoin (BTC) ETFs posted $103.5 million in net outflows on Friday, continuing an outflow streak that began the previous Friday. Over the five days, including the four-day trading week in the US shortened by Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, total outflows reached approximately $1.72 billion, according to Farside data.The spot price of Bitcoin is $89,160 at the time of publication, having not been above the psychological $100,000 price level since Nov. 13, according to CoinMarketCap. Bitcoin is…

183 A non-fungible token (NFT) trader could face up to six years in prison after admitting he underreported nearly $13 million in income from selling CryptoPunks. According to a statement released by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania on April 11, Waylon Wilcox, 45, pleaded guilty to two counts of filing false individual income tax returns. Federal prosecutors said Wilcox failed to report more than $8.5 million in income on his 2021 tax return. This resulted in an unpaid tax bill of about $2.18 million.  He also underreported nearly $4.6 million in income on his 2022…

As Congress debates crypto market structure legislation, one issue has emerged as especially contentious: whether stablecoins should be allowed to pay yield.On one side, you have banks fighting to protect their traditional hold over consumer deposits that underpin much of the U.S. economy’s credit system. On the other side, crypto industry players are seeking to pass on yield, or “rewards,” to stablecoin holders.On its face, this looks like a narrow question about one niche of the crypto economy. In reality, it goes to the heart of the U.S. financial system. The fight over yield-bearing stablecoins isn’t really about stablecoins. It…

29 Aging is often a process of subtraction. As mobility decreases and cognitive health shifts, the physical world begins to shrink. For many older adults in assisted living, reality becomes a series of four walls, a television, and a window that looks out onto the same patch of grass. This isn’t just a matter of boredom; it is a clinical crisis. When the brain stops receiving new, complex sensory input, cognitive decline accelerates. This “sensorial poverty” is the friction that Mynd Immersive seeks to solve. Their spark was a simple, empathetic question: If a person can no longer walk to…

If you love crypto trading, you already know the critical role that a crypto exchange plays in this business. Currently, two prominent cryptocurrency exchanges are emerging as notable players: BingX and MEXC.Both exchanges offer distinct trading features designed to attract users from diverse backgrounds, making it a challenging task to decide between them. This guide compares MEXC and BingX, focusing on user experience, trading fees, and overall reputation.  MEXC vs BingX: Quick ComparisonFeaturesBingXMEXCYear Founded20182018HeadquartersSingaporeSeychellesBest forBeginnersExpert tradersCryptocurrencies supported10002900Payment methodsCredit/Debit cards, Bank transfers, Apple Pay, Google PayCredit/debit cards, Bank Transfer, Apple payStorage solutionsCold storage options to secure user fundsSecure storage and enhanced features…

As gold nears the $5000/ounce level, a sophisticated trader has bought a total value of $4.17M in tokenized gold. The increase in institutional participation in tokenized gold assets reflects the increased interest from institutions resulting from large price increases in the traditional gold markets. This transaction has been tracked by blockchain analytics firm Lookonchain. Strategic Timing Captures Gold’s Historic Rally A trader associated with wallet address 0x0a5e deposited $7 million in USDT in Bybit and exchanged the entire amount in XAUT tokens. The total amount of supply is 843 XAUT tokens or direct ownership of one troy ounce of physical…

The biggest obstacle to Bitcoin (BTC) being used as a payment method is tax policy, not scaling technology that reduces settlement times and transaction costs, according to Pierre Rochard, a board member for Bitcoin treasury company Strive. “Here’s a metaphor: the best athlete can win against the worst athlete 100% of the time, if the best athlete plays. It drops to 0% if he doesn’t play and lets the weak athlete win,” Rochard said about BTC’s current lack of use as a method of payment. Source: Pierre RochardIn December 2025, the Bitcoin Policy Institute, a non-profit policy advocacy organization, sounded the…

The NFT community is bidding a heavy-hearted farewell to Nifty Gateway, one of the pioneering platforms of the digital art revolution. In an official statement, the team announced that Nifty Gateway will shut down on February 23, 2026, and as of today (January 24, 2026) the platform has entered a withdrawal-only mode. For artists, collectors, and enthusiasts who rode the NFT wave on Nifty Gateway, this news feels like the end of an era – one filled with groundbreaking art, frenzied drops, and a transformative cultural movement. Yet amid the sadness and nostalgia, there’s a flicker of optimism: the end…

Online crypto gambling is evolving fast, and finding the best Cardano casinos empowers you to play with more speed, security, and control over your money. Cardano offers you fast transaction speeds, low fees, and a transparent blockchain that removes many of the delays and trust issues common with traditional platforms. As more players shift toward crypto-first gaming, ADA stands out as a reliable option built for modern online play.In this article, we take you through the top Cardano casinos for 2026 and compare trusted platforms.  We break down bonuses, explore game options, and explain how Cardano works across leading online…