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At least four artists have killed by Iranian police and militias since nationwide demonstrations against the Islamic Republic erupted in December, according to Artists at Risk Connection (ARC). In a statement published on January 13, the nonprofit organization—which provides emergency financial support to imperiled artists and cultural workers worldwide—condemned the reported killing of civilians by Iranian authorities, as well as the government-imposed internet and mobile blackout. Related Articles Citing credible human rights organizations and international media reports, ARC stated that among the thousands of civilians confirmed dead are sculptor Mehdi Salahshour, filmmaker Javad Ganji, fashion designer and student Rubina Aminian,…

Bitcoin’s (BTC) price traded 9.5% above its Jan. 1 open of $87,500, and traders were confident that BTC’s short-term “trend is up” as the price approached a key level of interest.Key takeaways:Bitcoin price consolidates around $95,000 as bulls face a major barrier ahead.Technical analysis shows an ascending triangle targeting $113,200 BTC price. Bitcoin price is at an “inflection point”As Cointelegraph reported, Bitcoin’s ability to return to a six-figure price hinges on overcoming the resistance at $98,000 — the short-term holder (STH) cost basis. This is the critical point on traders’ radar and one that has not received a convincing retest recently.Related: Bitcoin…

Google is rolling out updated crypto app requirements in South Korea, a move that could significantly restrict access to offshore crypto exchanges by tying app availability to local regulatory clearance. According to South Korean media outlet News1, starting Jan. 28, crypto exchange and wallet apps listed on Google Play in South Korea must upload documentation proving that their Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) registration with the country’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has been accepted. Google reportedly clarified that developers listing crypto exchange and custodial wallet apps must upload proof of completed FIU registration acceptance through its developer console. Apps that fail to meet…

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Ethereum treasury company Bitmine has announced a $200 million investment into Beast Industries, owned by popular creator MrBeast. Bitmine Is Making An Investment In MrBeast-Owned Firm As revealed in a press release, Bitmine Immersion Technologies is investing $200 million into Beast Industries in a deal that’s expected to close on or around January 19th. Originally a cryptocurrency mining-focused company, Bitmine pivoted into being an Ethereum treasury company in mid-2025. Since then, the firm has aggressively accumulated ETH and established itself as the second largest digital asset treasury…

Interactive Brokers has expanded its crypto offerings by allowing clients to fund brokerage accounts using stablecoins that are automatically converted into US dollars, the company said Thursday. Key Takeaways: Interactive Brokers now lets clients fund accounts with stablecoins that convert instantly into US dollars. The service offers 24/7 funding with USDC, with Ripple USD and PayPal USD support coming soon. Stablecoin deposits cut transfer times and costs compared with traditional wire payments. The brokerage said it has partnered with zerohash to enable 24/7 deposits using USDC across multiple blockchain networks.Once received, the stablecoins are converted into dollars and credited directly…

Ian McKellan has signed to star in a new BBC documentary about cult artist L.S. Lowry, with a focus on unheard audio recordings that Lowry made in the final four years of his life. As reported by the Guardian, “Fifteen years ago, Sir Ian McKellen was among the leading arts figures who criticized the Tate for not showing its collection of paintings by L.S. Lowry in its London galleries and questioned whether the ‘matchstick men painter’ had been sidelined as too northern and provincial.” Now, the storied English actor will embody Lowry’s own voice, as it was memorialized on tapes…

KBC, one of Belgium’s largest banks, is set to roll out Bitcoin and Ether trading to retail investors next month via its own custodial solution and investment platform.From Feb. 16, KBC customers will be able to buy and sell crypto assets through the online investment platform Bolero, the bank announced Thursday.“This will enable self-directed investors in Belgium to invest in cryptocurrencies within a secure and fully regulated environment, a first in Belgium,” KBC said.Launched in compliance with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), KBC’s crypto trading will operate on the bank’s proprietary custodial architecture, the announcement said.KBC claims…

The NCAA wants the CFTC to tighten rules on college sport prediction markets, including age and advertising restrictions and anti-harassment measures.The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has called on the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to suspend college sports prediction markets until rules are implemented to protect student athletes.NCAA president Charlie Baker asked CFTC chair Michael Selig in a letter on Wednesday to “suspend collegiate sport prediction markets until a more robust system with appropriate safeguards is in place.”Baker said that the “growth and haphazard nature” of sports prediction markets has contributed to more harassment directed at student athletes by bettors,…

Crypto prices were a mixed bag in 2025, but behind the scenes and away from the market volatility, so-called “structural pillars” like user access, settlement rails and regulations improved, says Binance.Prices across the crypto market fluctuated significantly throughout 2025, with Bitcoin (BTC) swinging between a low of $76,000 in April and a new all-time high of over $126,000 in October.Binance Research said in a report on Thursday that market movements aside, regulatory clarity with legislation like the GENIUS Act in the US and Europe’s MiCA framework, helped establish stablecoins as “essential global settlement infrastructure.”“The optimistic narrative is straightforward: stablecoins are…

The platform has officially integrated MoonPay as its payments partner, allowing anyone to instantly convert fiat or crypto into MYRIAD tokens. This move opens the door for users to participate in predictions and explore new markets starting from just one US dollar. The integration simplifies entry into Myriad’s ecosystem without needing multiple steps or complex setups. Myriad Markets and MoonPay Simplify Fiat-to-Crypto Onramps The partnership is already live, and users can quickly onramp their funds to get involved. MoonPay. It is a well-known crypto payments provider, handles the conversion process securely. This will give users a familiar experience similar to…