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On Jan 16, 2026, 03:50 AM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, BNB has dropped below 930 USDT and is now trading at 929.799988 USDT, with a narrowed 0.10% decrease in 24 hours.

Stacy Muur posted on X, emphasizing a comprehensive list of yield opportunities available on the Solana blockchain. The list is described as highly beneficial for those seeking yield in the Solana ecosystem. Solana, known for its fast transaction speeds and low costs, continues to attract attention from investors and developers alike. The platform's growing popularity is reflected in the increasing number of yield-generating options available to users.

According to Odaily, OnchainLens monitoring reveals that after closing an Ethereum long position with a profit of $739,400, the trader known as 'pension-usdt.eth' has opened a new Bitcoin long position. This position involves 1,000 BTC with a leverage of three times, valued at approximately $95.61 million. The opening price is $95,614.5, with a liquidation price set at $60,578.1.

According to ChainCatcher, West Virginia Senator Chris Rose has introduced a bill to the state legislature proposing amendments to the state code. The bill suggests allowing the State Treasury Board to invest up to 10% of its funds in precious metals, specific digital assets, and stablecoins. The proposal, named the 'Inflation Protection Act,' would permit the state treasury to invest in precious metals, digital assets with a market capitalization exceeding $750 billion in the previous year (currently only Bitcoin meets this criterion), and stablecoins approved by U.S. federal or state regulators. The bill stipulates that the acquired digital assets can be held by qualified custodians or managed through exchange-traded products and secure custody solutions. If passed, West Virginia would join Texas, Arizona, and New Hampshire in allowing state-level holdings of crypto assets. The bill is currently under review by the Banking and Insurance Committee.

According to BlockBeats, a Utah man has been sentenced to three years in federal prison for his involvement in a cryptocurrency-related fraud scheme. Brian Garry Sewell, 54, from Washington County, Utah, was convicted of operating an illegal cash-to-cryptocurrency business and defrauding investors of approximately $2.9 million. Following his guilty plea, Sewell received a 36-month prison sentence and will be subject to three years of supervised release after serving his term. The court also ordered him to pay over $3.8 million in restitution to compensate the affected investors and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Prosecutors revealed that between December 2017 and April 2024, Sewell deceived at least 17 investors by fabricating his experience, educational background, and ability to generate high returns. The head of the FBI's Salt Lake City office stated that Sewell's false promises resulted in significant financial losses for numerous individuals and families. The investigation into the case began in 2020 and concluded after nearly five years. Prosecutors noted that Sewell's illegal cash-to-cryptocurrency operations, conducted through his controlled entity Rockwell Capital Management, transferred over $5.4 million, which became a crucial element in the subsequent criminal charges.

According to ChainCatcher, some policymakers at the Bank of Japan are contemplating an earlier-than-expected interest rate hike, potentially as soon as April, due to the ongoing depreciation of the yen which could exacerbate inflation pressures. The policymakers face the challenging task of increasing borrowing costs that have been low for years, amidst global economic headwinds, while Japan's economy is just beginning to recover from prolonged deflation. The central bank raised rates to a thirty-year high in December and is expected to maintain them at the upcoming January meeting. However, insiders suggest that many policymakers see room for further hikes, with some not ruling out action in April, which would be earlier than the market's expectation of a rate increase in the latter half of the year. Sources indicate that if sufficient evidence emerges showing Japan can consistently achieve its 2% inflation target, some within the Bank of Japan may consider acting sooner.

Nearly 24 hours after the GOP-led markup on the Senate Banking Committee’s bill was pulled, industry insiders, lawmakers, and staffers are still processing the fallout—and many remain frustrated by the process, according to Eleanor Terrett (@EleanorTerrett).Sources tell Terrett that hope remains for the legislation if banks, Coinbase, and Democratic lawmakers can reach a deal on yield in the coming days. “All is not lost,” said one insider.The contentious tokenized securities provision, Section 505, now appears less of a roadblock. Tokenization firms suggest the language Coinbase objected to was taken out of context, while stakeholders—including Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong—say a significant amendment or removal of the section is possible.Ethics concerns remain unchanged, and talks between the White House and Senate are ongoing.Questions also persist about whether the Banking Committee’s shifted markup will affect the Agriculture Committee’s timeline. Sources tell Terrett the order may not matter: if Agriculture secures a bipartisan deal, it could ease the Senate Banking process. This mirrors last summer’s House experience, when the Agriculture Committee passed its portion of the Clarity Act 47-6, encouraging the Financial Services Committee to move forward even with less Democratic support.As negotiations continue, both the industry and Congress are watching closely to see if a compromise emerges to revive the bill.

According to PANews, data from SoSoValue indicates that on January 15 (Eastern Time), XRP spot ETFs experienced a total net inflow of $17.06 million. The Grayscale XRP ETF GXRP led with a single-day net inflow of $7.2 million, bringing its historical total net inflow to $287 million. Following closely, the Bitwise XRP ETF XRP recorded a single-day net inflow of $7.16 million, with a historical total net inflow reaching $310 million. As of the time of reporting, the total net asset value of XRP spot ETFs stands at $1.51 billion, with an XRP net asset ratio of 1.21% and a cumulative historical net inflow of $1.27 billion.

According to ChainCatcher, spot silver prices have fallen by more than 3.00% during the day, currently trading at $89.53 per ounce.

According to PANews, Moldova's Finance Minister Andrian Gavriliță has announced plans to implement cryptocurrency regulations by 2026. As a candidate for European Union membership, Moldova is required to adhere to the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulatory framework. The forthcoming regulations will clarify the legality of holding, trading, and converting cryptocurrencies for citizens and authorize specific institutions to conduct related activities. However, cryptocurrencies will not be permitted for payments of goods or services. While holding cryptocurrencies will not be taxed, profits from transactions will incur a 12% income tax. The regulations will also include stringent anti-money laundering and security risk management measures. Gavriliță emphasized that the government's aim is to legalize the sector while preventing the use of cryptocurrencies for illegal financing and money laundering activities.

According to ChainCatcher, Evernorth, an entity supported by Ripple, is preparing to go public on Nasdaq through a SPAC merger, with the trading symbol XRPN. The company currently holds 388 million XRP tokens.CEO Asheesh Birla stated, "The timing couldn't be more perfect, with the right regulatory environment, government support, and institutions ready to adopt." Despite a recent decline in valuations for crypto reserve companies, and many ceasing to purchase cryptocurrencies, Birla emphasized that Evernorth not only offers exposure to XRP but also manages custody, compliance, and security obligations.

According to ChainCatcher, the USD/JPY exchange rate has experienced a minor short-term decrease of 20 points, currently reported at 158.44.

According to PANews, a significant investor has made a substantial bet on Bitcoin's future price increase by purchasing options worth $353 million. The investor acquired 1,300 call options set to expire on February 27, 2026, with a strike price of $100,000, and 2,400 call options expiring on January 30, 2026, with a strike price of $98,000. The total premium paid for these options amounted to $10.22 million. While it is unclear if these transactions were made by the same individual, the timing of the purchases was notably close.

According to Odaily, X Head of Product Nikita Bier said in a post on X that InfoFi applications were already paying the platform millions of dollars for Enterprise API access, but “we don’t want it.”Previously, X revoked API access for InfoFi applications, as such apps were generating large volumes of AI-generated spam content and spam replies on the platform.

23pds posted on X. Security researcher Samm0uda has identified significant vulnerabilities in Meta's Conversions API Gateway, revealing stored and reflected XSS vulnerabilities valued at $312,500. These vulnerabilities allowed JavaScript code execution, posing potential risks to user data and privacy. The discovery highlights ongoing security challenges faced by major tech companies in safeguarding their platforms against cyber threats. Meta has been informed of these issues and is expected to address them promptly to ensure the safety and integrity of its services.

According to PANews, BitMine Chairman Thomas Lee announced during a shareholder meeting on Thursday that the company anticipates generating over $400 million in annual pre-tax revenue from its $13 billion Ethereum assets. The majority of this income is expected to come from staking these holdings. Lee mentioned that the company potentially saved $400 million in its recent Ethereum acquisitions. However, since beginning its Ethereum purchases in July last year, BitMine is currently facing an unrealized loss of approximately $2.3 billion. Lee also discussed the company's $200 million investment in Beast Industries, owned by YouTuber MrBeast, describing it as a 'no-brainer' decision with the potential for a tenfold return. He emphasized that MrBeast is an iconic content creator of this generation, and the partnership could help connect Ethereum with a younger audience.

Jack Kong, CEO of Nano Labs, posted on X. Former Xunlei CEO Chen Lei's career trajectory is intriguing, transitioning from a prominent executive at Tencent Cloud to a key figure in blockchain concept stocks, and eventually fleeing overseas while facing a 200 million yuan pursuit. The 'PlayKey Cloud' device, once priced at 599 yuan, surged to 3,240 yuan, introducing many to blockchain and mining concepts. However, when the line between technological innovation and speculative trading blurs, the outcomes are often unfavorable. Notably, within 48 hours before his dismissal in 2020, Chen approved payments exceeding 20 million yuan, a move that left many puzzled.

According to ChainCatcher, blockchain analytics firm Artemis reports that monthly transactions using cryptocurrency cards have exceeded $15 billion. In contrast, peer-to-peer (P2P) stablecoin transfers reach approximately $11 billion monthly. Cryptocurrency cards are a significant driver of on-chain stablecoin activity. Visa accounts for over 80% of the stablecoin card transactions tracked in the report. Mastercard holds a smaller share but is experiencing growth, while regional card projects contribute minimally.

On Jan 16, 2026, 02:08 AM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, Ethereum has dropped below 3,300 USDT and is now trading at 3,299.550049 USDT, with a narrowed 0.94% decrease in 24 hours.

According to ChainCatcher, Onchain Lens monitoring has revealed that over the past two days, a significant cryptocurrency holder converted 363 BTC into 10,390.5 ETH at a rate of $3,273 per BTC.