Author: Tristan Lodenberg

Tether has unveiled MiningOS (MOS), an open-source operating system designed to simplify and decentralize Bitcoin mining. The initiative aims to make mining more accessible to hobbyists, small-scale miners, and institutional operators, while reducing reliance on proprietary tools and expensive third-party vendors. MiningOS Features and Functionality MiningOS is a modular and scalable platform that allows miners to configure and manage operations across a variety of setups, from home rigs to industrial-scale farms. The software uses a peer-to-peer network to communicate between devices, offering a self-hosted mining architecture without centralized control. Tether emphasizes transparency and openness, stating that the platform contains “no…

ING Deutschland has opened retail access to exchange-traded notes (ETNs) and products offering exposure to Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana. The move enables clients to invest in major cryptocurrencies through familiar banking infrastructure without managing private wallets or keys. Crypto ETPs Backed by Established Providers The ETNs are physically backed and issued by reputable firms including 21Shares, Bitwise, and VanEck. They track the performance of individual cryptocurrencies and are traded on regulated exchanges through ING’s Direct Depot platform. The products aim to simplify crypto investing, allowing retail clients to include digital assets directly in their existing securities accounts. VanEck Europe CEO…

Bitcoin may face further downside pressure in the weeks ahead as analysts struggle to identify clear drivers for a sustained recovery. Despite a modest rebound from recent lows, market structure and investor behavior suggest the leading cryptocurrency could revisit significantly lower price levels before stabilizing. Weak Catalysts Weigh on Bitcoin Outlook According to market analysis from Galaxy Digital, Bitcoin is trading in an environment where positive narratives remain limited. While the asset recently bounced to around $78,000 after touching a nine-month low, it is still down nearly 40% from its October peak above $126,000. Analysts note that Bitcoin has failed…

Ark Invest increased its holdings in several crypto-related companies as market volatility pushed share prices lower, signaling continued confidence in the long-term outlook for digital assets. The purchases come amid a broader downturn across both cryptocurrency markets and publicly listed firms tied to the sector. Ark Invest Buys Circle, Bitmine, and Bullish Shares Recent trade disclosures show Ark Invest added approximately $9.4 million worth of shares in Circle across two exchange-traded funds. The firm also invested around $6.25 million in Ethereum treasury company Bitmine and about $6 million in shares of the Bullish crypto exchange. In addition to these larger…

Physical attacks targeting cryptocurrency holders, commonly referred to as “wrench attacks,” escalated sharply in 2025, highlighting a growing security risk within the digital asset ecosystem. New data shows that these incidents are no longer isolated events but an emerging global threat linked directly to crypto ownership. Sharp Rise in Physical Crypto Crime Blockchain security firm CertiK reported 72 verified wrench attack cases worldwide in 2025, representing a 75% increase compared with the previous year. These incidents involved assaults, kidnappings, and coercion aimed at forcing victims or their relatives to hand over digital assets. CertiK described physical violence as an increasingly…

Ether has suffered a sharp decline in early 2026, falling 21% so far this quarter, yet Fundstrat’s head of research Tom Lee argues the sell-off is not driven by weakening fundamentals. Instead, he points to structural market factors that have temporarily weighed on prices despite growing network activity. Ethereum Fundamentals Remain Strong According to Lee, Ethereum’s on-chain data continues to show expansion rather than contraction. Daily transactions reached a record 2.8 million in mid-January, while active addresses climbed to roughly 1 million per day during 2026. This trend contrasts sharply with previous downturns in 2018 and 2022, when declining prices…

Senior officials from the White House have held discussions with representatives from the cryptocurrency and traditional banking sectors as lawmakers continue to debate how stablecoins should be treated under proposed US digital asset legislation. The meeting reflects renewed efforts to move forward on market structure reforms stalled in the Senate. Stablecoin Yield at Center of Discussions The meeting focused on unresolved provisions in the Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act, particularly how stablecoin yield and rewards should be regulated. The Senate Banking Committee delayed its planned markup of the bill in January, citing the need for further work on several…

A key indicator of US economic activity has reached its strongest level in more than three years, prompting analysts to assess potential implications for Bitcoin and broader risk assets. The latest data suggest a shift in macroeconomic conditions that has historically aligned with periods of strength in the crypto market. US Manufacturing PMI Signals Expansion The Institute for Supply Management Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index recorded a reading of 52.6 in January, its highest level since August 2022. The figure exceeded market expectations and marked the end of a prolonged contraction phase that lasted more than two years. A PMI reading…

Former users of the collapsed cryptocurrency exchange FTX have reached a proposed settlement with the law firm Fenwick & West, ending a lawsuit that accused the firm of playing a significant role in the events that led to FTX’s downfall. The agreement marks a notable development in the broader wave of litigation following one of the largest failures in crypto history. Background of the FTX Lawsuit The lawsuit was originally filed in 2023 as part of a multidistrict class action brought by FTX customers after the exchange imploded in late 2022. Plaintiffs alleged that Fenwick & West provided substantial assistance…

US President Donald Trump has publicly denied any knowledge of a reported $500 million investment by an Abu Dhabi royal-linked company into World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a crypto platform associated with members of his family. The reported deal, said to have occurred shortly before his inauguration, has intensified debate around foreign investment, political influence, and cryptocurrency regulation in the United States. Details of the Reported WLFI Investment According to reports based on internal company documents and sources familiar with the matter, Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates acquired a 49% stake in World Liberty Financial…