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According to Odaily, the United States recorded a current account deficit of $226.4 billion for the third quarter, marking the smallest deficit since the second quarter of 2023.

U.S. producer inflation came in hotter than expected in November, adding to concerns that price pressures remain sticky.The Producer Price Index (PPI) rose 3.0% year-over-year in November, surpassing market forecasts and marking an acceleration from the previous month. The reading suggests that upstream inflation pressures persist, even as consumer inflation has shown signs of cooling.A stronger-than-expected PPI may complicate the outlook for Federal Reserve rate cuts, as higher producer costs can eventually flow through to consumer prices. Markets are now reassessing the pace and timing of potential monetary easing, particularly if elevated input costs persist into early 2026. 

According to Foresight News, Rhode Island has introduced a bill that aims to exempt small Bitcoin transactions from state income and capital gains taxes. The proposed legislation would apply to transactions with an annual volume not exceeding $20,000.

According to Odaily, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the latest data reveals the country's trade deficit has reached its lowest point since 2009 and continues to decrease. Additionally, the GDP growth rate is projected to exceed 5%, despite a loss of at least 1.5% attributed to the Democratic Party's 'shutdown.' Trump attributes these remarkable figures and the nation's unprecedented success to the tariff policies, which he claims have safeguarded the economy and national security. He expressed hope that the Supreme Court will consider these historically significant achievements before making their most crucial decision to date.

According to ChainCatcher, the total value locked (TVL) on the JustLend DAO platform has exceeded $7.08 billion. The platform has distributed over $192 million in incentives to the community, providing secure and efficient DeFi services to more than 480,000 users worldwide.

Currently, users can earn an annualized return of up to 7.09% by staking USDD, achieving both stable returns and contributing to the ecosystem's development.

As a leading decentralized lending protocol within the TRON ecosystem, JustLend DAO aims to continue offering diverse earning opportunities and a seamless financial experience for its users.

According to Odaily, data from DeFiLlama reveals that Aptos has set new records for on-chain application revenue for two consecutive weeks. From December 22 to 28, 2025, Aptos generated approximately $1.65 million in revenue, which increased to $1.75 million from December 29, 2025, to January 4, 2026. On December 31, 2025, Aptos achieved a single-day revenue high of $1.07 million. The revenue primarily comes from transaction fees, protocol fees, and other application-level monetization, serving as a key indicator of genuine on-chain usage and economic density.

Binance Blog published a new article, detailing the company's comprehensive efforts to combat scams and recover stolen assets in 2025. As the cryptocurrency industry continues its push towards mainstream adoption, security threats have evolved, necessitating advanced measures to protect users. In 2025, Binance successfully prevented over $6.69 billion in potential fraud and scam losses, with $3.9 billion related to scam attempts. The company also recovered more than $12.8 million in stolen assets, showcasing its commitment to user safety through advanced technology, empathetic support, and user education.

The article emphasizes that security is a shared mission, combining continuous innovation with community vigilance to promote trust and resilience in the crypto space. As threats become more sophisticated, fueled by AI efficiencies, Binance has developed a continuously adapting risk framework powered by AI, advanced analytics, and operational intelligence. This approach ensures that users can participate in the future of finance with confidence and peace of mind. Binance's strategy involves a comprehensive defense ecosystem, focusing on proactive detection, swift intervention, and consistent user education. In 2025, the company blacklisted over 36,000 malicious addresses and issued more than 9,600 daily pop-up warnings to keep users informed in real-time.

The article also highlights the surge in share-seed-phrase scams, where scammers posed as Binance agents to trick users into moving funds to controlled wallets. At its peak in January, over 600 cases were reported, but subsequent anti-risk and user education measures reduced monthly cases to below 170 by November. Binance prioritized protecting vulnerable groups, such as elderly users, by sending over 110,000 customized high-risk alerts in 2025. The company also increased in-app voice calls by 20% year-on-year, with over 36,000 calls to potential victims, emphasizing the importance of empathetic conversation in preventing scams.

Binance's Four Pillars of Anti-Scam Initiative structured user protection measures, adapting strategies as scam tactics evolved. The pillars include proactive protection, a 24-hour safety net, rapid response recovery, and silent sufferer support. In 2025, Binance strengthened its global intelligence network and expanded threat-hunting capabilities to identify and blacklist malicious addresses. The company maintained a 24-hour safety net to freeze funds sent to flagged accounts, creating a crucial window for investigation and recovery. Rapid Response Recovery combined user reporting with AI-powered analysis, enabling suspected accounts to be frozen within seconds.

The article concludes by emphasizing the role of AI and machine learning in combating fraud. Binance's AI-native approach uses advanced models to power a faster, smarter, and continuously evolving risk framework. The company developed systems to detect scam language in P2P chats, fake proof-of-payment images, and multimodal AI for scam reports processing. Security is a partnership, and Binance encourages users to treat warnings seriously, report suspicious activity, and protect their accounts with Binance Verify and Anti-Phishing Code. As crypto becomes more widely used, Binance is committed to building systems that reduce harm without adding friction for legitimate users.

According to BlockBeats, on January 14, market sources indicate that U.S. Republican Congressman Hill believes Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell may not testify before Congress in February.

According to BlockBeats, on January 14, Ed Clissold, Chief U.S. Strategist at Ned Davis Research, introduced the term 'Big MAC' trading, which stands for 'Big Midterms Are Coming.' This concept encapsulates his view of the core theme for the U.S. stock market in 2026: the policy directions surrounding the upcoming congressional elections and their potential impacts.

U.S. President Donald Trump has been actively issuing policy statements at the beginning of the year, indicating his focus on enhancing the Republican Party's chances in the November elections. His policy initiatives are targeting the widely discussed issue of 'affordability challenges' in the U.S. These moves could have significant implications for the stock market. For instance, last week's market performance was affected when Trump called for credit card issuers to cap interest rates at 10%, less than half the current average rate, leading to a sharp decline in bank stocks. Additionally, his directive for defense companies to halt dividend payments and reinvest in production resulted in a downturn for the defense sector. Furthermore, recent government criticism of the Federal Reserve's independence caused widespread panic on Wall Street on Monday.

Clissold noted in his report that policy adjustments targeting specific industries pose a significant risk ahead of the midterm elections, and the market is currently uncertain about how to hedge against such risks.

According to Foresight News, data from DeFiLlama indicates that Aptos has set new records for on-chain application revenue for two consecutive weeks. From December 22 to December 28, 2025, Aptos generated approximately $1.65 million in revenue, which increased to $1.75 million from December 29, 2025, to January 4, 2026. On December 31, 2025, Aptos achieved a single-day revenue of $1.07 million, marking a historical high.

The revenue primarily stems from transaction fees, protocol fees, and other application-level monetization, serving as a crucial indicator of genuine on-chain usage and economic density. The continuous rise in application revenue suggests that Aptos network activity is transitioning from short-term incentive-driven growth to being driven by actual utility and sustainable monetization, indicating a steady improvement in the quality of ecosystem development.

In a recent AMA livestream on Binance Square, Binance co-founder and former CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) shared wide-ranging views on Bitcoin’s long-term outlook, altcoin season, meme coins, trading risks, and the evolving role of social platforms in crypto.Below is a full recap of the key takeaways.1. CZ Warns Against Launching Meme Coins Based on His X or Binance Square PostsCZ cautioned users against using social media posts from him or Yi He as justification to launch meme coins.He said such projects have an extremely low success rate, with unclear origins and high failure risk, and advised users not to assume endorsement based on casual mentions or posts.2. Beginners Should Start Small and Avoid FuturesCZ emphasized that crypto beginners should start with small capital, focusing on learning before scaling up.He strongly advised newcomers not to begin with futures or options, recommending gradual exposure instead of leverage-driven trading.3. Altcoin Season Is “Definitely Coming”According to CZ, altcoin season will arrive eventually, though the exact timing, duration, and which tokens will benefit remain unpredictable.He stressed that altcoin cycles are complex and cannot be precisely forecast.4. BNB Ecosystem Is Stable and Has Long-Term PotentialCZ described the BNB ecosystem as large, stable, and supported by many active builders.He expressed confidence in BNB’s long-term potential, highlighting continued development across the ecosystem.5. Prediction Markets Are Still Early and IlliquidOn prediction markets, CZ noted that the sector remains very early-stage, with few market makers.He said platforms like Polymarket reportedly rely on just one or two market makers, with most activity still centered on sports-related markets.6. Bitcoin Will Reach $200,000 — Timing Is the Only UnknownCZ reiterated a bold long-term view:Bitcoin will “definitely” reach $200,000, with uncertainty only around when, not if.He framed this as a conviction rather than a short-term prediction.7. Genuine Meme Coins Must Have Historical or Cultural MeaningCZ said truly valuable meme coins should have historical significance or strong narrative relevance.He estimated that over 90% of meme coins fail, warning early investors about high risk and stressing personal responsibility for investment decisions.8. Binance Square vs. X: Different FoundationsCZ explained that Binance Square and X operate on fundamentally different models.He expressed skepticism that X could easily enable crypto trading due to KYC challenges, noting that most Binance Square users have already completed identity verification.9. CZ Hopes Meme Coins Continue Growing — From a Builder’s PerspectiveWhile stating he no longer relies on meme coins to “get rich overnight,” CZ said he hopes meme coins continue gaining popularity.From a builder’s standpoint, he said his focus is on creating better, smoother tools for users rather than speculation.

According to ChainCatcher, Federal Reserve official Neel Kashkari has stated that he does not see any motivation for a rate cut in January.

According to Odaily, Federal Reserve's Neel Kashkari emphasized that the credibility of the next Federal Reserve Chair is of utmost importance. He expressed significant concern over the persistently high inflation rates over the years.

In an AMA livestream on Binance Square, Binance co-founder and former CEO, CZ, advised against using social media posts from him or He Yi, Binance co-CEO, as a basis for launching meme coins. He expressed that such a strategy has a very low success rate, and it is often unclear who is behind such launches. 

In an AMA livestream on Binance Square, Binance co-founder and former CEO, CZ, stated that beginners and those new to crypto trading should start with small amounts of capital, and he advised beginners against starting immediately with futures and options. He also added that beginners should gradually build their investments.

According to ChainCatcher, Federal Reserve's Kashkari has expressed that U.S. President Donald Trump's actions concerning the Federal Reserve are related to monetary policy. Kashkari noted that Fed Chair Powell has explained the situation accurately.

According to Foresight News, Bitcoin mining company Bitfarms has announced the appointment of Edie Hofmeister as the new chair of its board, succeeding Brian Howlett, who has served as chair since 2024. Howlett will continue to serve as an independent director. Bitfarms stated that this leadership change is part of the company's strategy to redomicile to the United States, aiming to enhance access to U.S. capital markets, expand its U.S. investor base, and improve eligibility for inclusion in certain stock indices.

In an AMA livestream on Binance Square, Binance co-founder and former CEO, CZ, expressed that it is just a matter of time before altcoin season arrives. He stated that altcoin season is definitely going to happen, but specifics such as which coins will be included or how long it will last, these are not easily explainable or predicted. 

In an AMA livestream on Binance Square, Binance co-founder and former CEO, CZ, stated that the BNB ecosystem is stable and large, encompassing many active builders. He also expressed words of encouragement, saying that BNB has great potential. 

According to Foresight News, a report from CCTV reveals that Yao Qian, the former director of the Technology Supervision Department of the China Securities Regulatory Commission and former director of the Information Center, was implicated in an ICO-related scandal in 2018. Yao reportedly intervened on behalf of a businessman named Zhang, who was conducting an ICO that raised 20,000 ETH. As a token of appreciation, Zhang allegedly transferred 2,000 ETH to Yao.

Investigators discovered a hardware wallet in Yao's office drawer. Additionally, several bank accounts opened by others were found to be shell accounts linked to Yao. One of these accounts received a 10 million yuan transfer, which was traced through multiple layers to a virtual currency trader's account. The funds were ultimately used to purchase a villa in Beijing.