Blockchain Industry Updates & Privacy News
On January 20, financial and crypto markets saw notable developments. Gold prices surged above $4,700, Polymarket was halted in Portugal, and traditional financial moves by BlackRock and Vanguard drew attention.
Read MoreTrend Research recently acquired nearly 10,000 ETH, bringing total holdings to over 636,000 ETH at an average cost of $3,105. The move signals strong confidence in Ethereum’s long-term potential.
Read MoreBloomberg warns the U.S. crypto sector is at risk due to weak oversight. Underfunded agencies, talent loss, and fragmented authority threaten financial stability and investor confidence.
Read MoreOn January 20, on-chain monitoring revealed frequent whale activity, with significant losses and rising short positions on privacy assets.
Read MoreHungarian authorities have temporarily blocked a prediction market platform over alleged illegal gambling activities. Local users can no longer access the site, which now displays an official regulatory warning during the review period.
Read MoreFrom January 20 to February 3, 2026, trade stock tokens worth at least 50 USDT/USDC via Binance Wallet to claim 5 Alpha Task Points, one time per user.
Read MoreBessent highlights ethical concerns with Fed officials under Powell, and suggests Trump may pick the next Fed chair soon. The Fed reportedly lost billions due to poor asset purchases.
Read MoreOn-chain data shows Trend Research recently bought 9,939 ETH worth $30.85M from Binance. The firm now holds 636,240 ETH valued at around $1.97B, with an additional $20M in USDT borrowed from Aave V3, possibly for further acquisitions.
Read MoreBloomberg reports the Trump family has gained $1.4 billion from digital assets, with crypto now making up nearly 20% of their wealth, signaling a strategic pivot toward tech-driven ventures.
Read MoreBlackRock's iShares Preferred and Income Securities ETF (PPF ETF) has heavily invested in preferred stocks under Strategy, with total investment reaching $380 million.
Read MorePortugal’s gambling regulator has ordered an overseas prediction platform to halt operations within 48 hours over unauthorized political betting on the presidential race, highlighting strict local laws limiting gambling to sports and horse racing.
Read MoreA research-driven entity has withdrawn 30M USDT from Aave to Binance, amplifying its Ethereum position. Holding 626K ETH worth ~$1.9B, it maintains a 2x leverage, signaling strong long-term conviction despite minor paper losses.
Read MoreTrend Research recently borrowed 30 million USDT from Aave and transferred it to Binance, indicating continued crypto market positioning. The firm holds approximately 626,000 ETH, with a current unrealized loss of $50 million.
Read MoreSince January 2020, Aave has facilitated nearly $1 trillion in cumulative loans, marking a major milestone in decentralized finance and highlighting its growing influence in global lending.
Read MoreLong-term US Treasury yields hit their highest levels since September as Japan's bond market turmoil sent shockwaves globally, sparking investor concerns over rising rates and financial stability.
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