$TRUMP Memecoin Launches on Major Exchanges: Binance, Coinbase and Robinhood
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/dollartrump-memecoin-launches-on-major-exchanges-binance-coinbase-and-robinhood
MediaThe $TRUMP memecoin officially launched on Jan. 17, 2025, with listings on prominent crypto exchanges Coinbase, Binance, and Robinhood, marking a significant development.
New All-Time High for Bitcoin: Price Exceeds $109K as Trump Prepares for Inauguration
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/new-all-time-high-for-bitcoin-price-exceeds-dollar109k-as-trump-prepares-for-inauguration
MediaBitcoin reached a new all-time high of $109,036 on Jan. 20, 2025, briefly surpassing its previous record of over $108,000 set in December 2024.
Over 10 Crypto ETF Proposals Filed as SEC Chair Gary Gensler Prepares To Step Down
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/over-10-crypto-etf-proposals-filed-as-sec-chair-gary-gensler-prepares-to-step-down
MediaOn Jan. 17, just days before Gary Gensler's final day as SEC chair, a flood of cryptocurrency ETF filings were submitted to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Trump Memecoin Sparks 100% Surge in 'Buy Crypto' and 'Buy Solana' Search Volumes
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/trump-memecoin-sparks-100percent-surge-in-buy-crypto-and-buy-solana-search-volumes
MediaGoogle search trends for “buy crypto” and “buy Solana” have soared following the launch of the Official Trump (TRUMP) memecoin.
Melania Trump Launches MELANIA Cryptocurrency, Triggering 38% Drop in TRUMP Token Value
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/melania-trump-launches-melania-cryptocurrency-triggering-38percent-drop-in-trump-token-value
MediaMelania Trump recently launched a cryptocurrency called MELANIA, shortly after Donald Trump’s TRUMP token experienced a sharp decline.
Orbiter Finance Announces Launch of OBT Token and Initial Airdrop
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/orbiter-finance-announces-launch-of-obt-token-and-initial-airdrop
MediaOrbiter Finance has officially unveiled its native governance and staking token, OBT, with plans for an initial airdrop set for Jan. 20.
$ANIME token announcement has Azuki NFTs pumping 📈
136% volume surge puts it ahead of PudgyPenguins this week 👀
Solana ETFs May Not Launch in U.S. Until 2026 Due to SEC Lawsuits and Regulatory Delays
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/solana-etfs-may-not-launch-in-us-until-2026-due-to-sec-lawsuits-and-regulatory-delays
MediaSolana’s potential for exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the U.S. could face significant delays, possibly not launching until 2026.
Bitcoin Could Reach $300,000 in 2025, HashKey Survey Predicts Amid Growing Institutional Interest
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bitcoin-could-reach-dollar300000-in-2025-hashkey-survey-predicts-amid-growing-institutional-interest
MediaBitcoin's price has attracted significant attention, with many analysts predicting substantial growth in 2025.
Trump Treasury Nominee Scott Bessent Rejects U.S. Central Bank Digital Currency, Citing Privacy and Economic Concerns
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/trump-treasury-nominee-scott-bessent-rejects-us-central-bank-digital-currency-citing-privacy-and-economic-concerns
MediaScott Bessent, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Treasury secretary, testified before the Senate Finance Committee on Jan. 16.
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Bubblemaps To Launch BMT Token on Solana for New Crypto Investigations Platform
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bubblemaps-to-launch-bmt-token-on-solana-for-new-crypto-investigations-platform
MediaBubblemaps is set to launch its own crypto token, BMT, to support a new community-driven platform called the Intel Desk.
BitMEX Fined Additional $100 Million for Violating U.S. Bank Secrecy Act, Bringing Total Penalty to $210 Million
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bitmex-fined-additional-dollar100-million-for-violating-us-bank-secrecy-act-bringing-total-penalty-to-dollar210-million
On Jan. 15, 2025, BitMEX, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, was ordered to pay an additional $100 million fine for violating the U.S. Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) between 2015 and 2020.
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XRP Hits 7-Year High of $3 as Meme Coins on XRP Ledger Surge, Boosting ARMY Market Cap to $107 Million
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XRP hit a seven-year high on Jan. 15, 2025, touching nearly $3 as the XRP Ledger experienced a surge in activity, driven by meme coins.
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Trump's SEC To Review and Potentially Freeze Crypto Cases Without Fraud Allegations
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/trumps-sec-to-review-and-potentially-freeze-crypto-cases-without-fraud-allegations
MediaThe U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) could see a shift in its approach to cryptocurrency enforcement under the incoming Trump administration.
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$1 Billion in Crypto Liquidations Triggered by Bitcoin's Sharp Decline
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/dollar1-billion-in-crypto-liquidations-triggered-by-bitcoins-sharp-decline
MediaCrypto markets are reeling after a tumultuous 24 hours, with liquidations surpassing $1 billion as Bitcoin fell below $100,000.
Former L.A. Sheriff’s Deputy and Crypto 'Godfather' Plead Guilty to Fraud, Extortion, and Tax Evasion Charges
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/former-la-sheriffs-deputy-and-crypto-godfather-plead-guilty-to-fraud-extortion-and-tax-evasion-charges
MediaAdam Iza, the 24-year-old founder of the Zort crypto trading platform, and former Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Eric Chase Saavedra, 41, pleaded guilty to multiple federal charges.
MicroStrategy Signals 11th Bitcoin Purchase as Holdings Reach 450,000 BTC Worth $47.3 Billion
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/microstrategy-signals-11th-bitcoin-purchase-as-holdings-reach-450000-btc-worth-dollar473-billion
MediaMicroStrategy is signaling another Bitcoin purchase for the 11th consecutive week.
Mukesh Ambani's Jio Launches JioCoin on Polygon Network
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/mukesh-ambanis-jio-launches-jiocoin-on-polygon-network
MediaJio Platforms has introduced a new reward token called JioCoin on the Polygon blockchain network.
Jupiter Launches Airdrop Checker Ahead of $575 Million Reward Event
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/jupiter-launches-airdrop-checker-ahead-of-dollar575-million-reward-event
MediaJupiter has introduced an airdrop eligibility checker for its users.
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Litecoin Price Jumps 18% as ETF Approval Speculation Grows, Trading Volume Surges 250%
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/litecoin-price-jumps-18percent-as-etf-approval-speculation-grows-trading-volume-surges-250percent
MediaLitecoin (LTC) has seen a strong surge in price, jumping 18% in the past 24 hours to $120.56, fueled by growing speculation that the cryptocurrency could soon receive regulatory approval.
Coinbase Launches Bitcoin-Backed Loan Service Allowing Users to Borrow Up to $100,000 in USDC
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/coinbase-launches-bitcoin-backed-loan-service-allowing-users-to-borrow-up-to-dollar100000-in-usdc
MediaCoinbase, in partnership with Morpho Labs, has launched a Bitcoin-backed loan service, allowing U.S. users to borrow up to $100,000 in USD Coin (USDC) using their Bitcoin as collateral.
South Korea's Upbit Exchange Faces Business Suspension Over AML Violations
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/south-koreas-upbit-exchange-faces-business-suspension-over-aml-violations
MediaSouth Korea’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has ordered a suspension of operations for Upbit, the country’s largest crypto exchange.
Komainu Secures $75 Million Bitcoin Investment From Blockstream, Backed by Nomura
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/komainu-secures-dollar75-million-bitcoin-investment-from-blockstream-backed-by-nomura
MediaKomainu has announced the successful completion of a $75 million strategic investment from Blockstream, pending regulatory approvals.
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NFT Trading Volumes Drop 19% in 2024, CryptoPunks Prices Surge 13% on IP Sale Rumors
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NFT trading volumes saw a significant drop in 2024, falling by 19% to $13.7 billion, the lowest since 2020.
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Bitcoin Briefly Hits $100,000 Mark as Cooling U.S. Inflation Boosts Market Optimism
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Bitcoin briefly touched $100,000 on Wednesday following a report showing signs of cooling U.S. inflation.
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