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⚠️ Beware of scams, protect yourself ⚠️
This is the final official statement! If you see any information claiming to be from this project after this, please consider it a scam immediately!
Impersonating official accounts to commit fraud is a common tactic. Be sure to verify identities through official channels. Do not trust unfamiliar links and private message invitations. Exercise caution with all transfer requests. Community safety depends on everyone's effort.

Poloniex is listing PSYOPANIME, with deposit functionality opening on January 14th at 07:00 UTC. Full trading will be enabled later that same day at 09:00 UTC. This new listing presents trading opportunities for users looking to participate in the asset from its launch. Make sure to have your account ready if you plan to engage with PSYOPANIME upon its availability on the platform.

Internet outage in Iran has been ongoing for 132 hours. Confirmed by NetBlocks, this shutdown is significantly affecting the regional crypto markets, commercial activities, and information flow. As hours pass, the situation is becoming increasingly critical.

⚠️ Alert: Scam Project Identified
Mutuum Finance ($MUTM) has been flagged as a fraudulent scheme operating on the Base blockchain. The project's contract details have been documented for community awareness.
Users are strongly advised to avoid engaging with this token and to verify project legitimacy before any transaction. Stay vigilant and conduct thorough due diligence on Base chain projects to protect your assets.

Bitwise's Chainlink ETF just got the greenlight for trading on NYSE Arca—looks like $LINK is officially breaking into the mainstream finance playbook. With trading expected to kick off as early as tomorrow, this marks another milestone in bringing institutional-grade exposure to the crypto market. It's a pretty big deal for both the Chainlink ecosystem and anyone watching how legacy finance is gradually embracing digital assets.

The European crypto exchange Bitpanda, backed by venture investor Peter Thiel, is reportedly targeting an IPO during the first half of 2026. This move signals growing confidence in the regulated crypto trading space, as established platforms pursue public markets to scale operations and enhance institutional credibility.

Bitcoin hits a new high, breaking through the $95,000 mark, with market enthusiasm continuing to rise. However, this wave of market activity also exposes the chaos within the crypto ecosystem— a well-known political figure involved in a crypto project has been questioned by the community for suspected false advertising. The latest revelations suggest that the project team may have embezzled approximately $3.5 million and disappeared. Such incidents serve as a warning to investors: even if the project team has a prominent background, it is still necessary to carefully scrutinize team promises a

Breaking: Bitwise's Chainlink ETF has received approval for listing and registration on NYSE Arca. The product is set to begin trading tomorrow, marking another milestone for institutional cryptocurrency exposure. This development adds to the growing lineup of spot crypto ETFs available to mainstream investors, further integrating digital assets into traditional financial markets.

As public blockchains move towards large-scale adoption, they almost all face the same challenge: how to handle abuse on the chain.
A recent event in the TRON ecosystem may illustrate how this issue can be addressed.
According to the latest news, Tether has frozen 5 addresses on the TRON network, involving a total of approximately $182 million in USDT. These frozen wallets are all sizable—ranging from $12 million to $50 million.
What does this move reflect? It highlights the checks and balances between stablecoin issuers and public blockchains. When funds flow into areas that may involve viola

FLOW encounters a serious security incident. After discovering a protocol vulnerability, the project did not follow standard emergency repair procedures but instead adopted a highly controversial approach.
The core of the incident: the project team used protocol permissions to freeze user wallets and force transfer operations. These transferred assets come from mainstream trading platforms such as Huobi HTX and are part of users' normal purchases and fully compliant holdings. Throughout the process, users neither authorized nor had any private key intervention.
This approach has sparked widesp

Alert: Scam project detected on the Base chain
Project Name: Mutuum Finance ($MUTM)
Contract Address: 0x2a0c284f446f66f4338c048a0cd9089d75a7ccd1
Blockchain: Base
This project has been confirmed to pose a scam risk. Users are advised to exercise caution, avoid transfers or interactions. If you have already engaged, please stop immediately and check your wallet security status. Scams are rampant in the Web3 ecosystem; always conduct thorough due diligence before participating in any contract to prevent potential losses.

Shareholders of Semler Scientific just gave the green light to Strive's all-stock acquisition deal. Interesting timing though—Bitcoin holdings tied to both companies actually took a hit following the announcement. Market watchers are parsing what this means for institutional Bitcoin treasury strategies moving forward.

A blockchain startup is accusing former New York City Mayor Eric Adams of appropriating their 'NYC Token' concept without proper attribution or collaboration. The dispute centers around the mayor's earlier promotion of a city-branded digital token initiative, which the startup claims mirrors their original project framework. This case highlights the growing tension between government entities exploring crypto initiatives and independent developers who pioneered similar ideas. As regulatory clarity around tokenization in municipal governance continues to evolve, ownership and attribution disput

Heads up - there are reports circulating that DEKU may have serious vulnerabilities. If you're holding this token or considering it, do your due diligence and exercise caution. Has anyone else picked up on this? Worth staying alert until the details are clarified.

XRP Theft Reversal: Defendant Files Counterclaim Against Country Music Legend's Widow
According to reports, a new development has emerged in a theft case involving $11 million worth of XRP. The defendant accused of stealing digital assets has now filed a counterclaim against the victim. This case, involving a dispute over the ownership of cryptocurrency assets, involves the widow of a well-known country music figure and has sparked discussions about digital asset inheritance rights and legal protections.
The incident highlights the complexities faced by the judiciary in dealing with crypto ass

Raydium (RAY) spot trading is going live on January 14, 2026. Starting at 9AM PT or later—pending liquidity conditions hold up—the RAY-USD pair will be available for trading in supported regions. This marks a significant milestone for RAY, expanding its accessibility across major trading platforms. Traders in eligible markets can begin executing RAY trades once the pair officially opens.

European crypto asset trading platform Bitpanda is preparing for a new round of significant funding. According to industry insiders, this Vienna-based tech company plans to conduct its initial public offering as early as the first half of 2026 on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, with a target valuation locked between €4 billion and €5 billion. To ensure the smooth progress of this financing, Bitpanda has partnered with top global investment banks—Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, and Deutsche Bank will serve as the lead underwriters for the listing. This move marks a further elevation of Europe's crypto

Bitcoin just broke through the $94,000 mark! The world's largest cryptocurrency is continuing its upward momentum, signaling strong market interest. With this latest surge, BTC has reached yet another milestone in its price trajectory. Traders and investors are closely watching whether this level can hold as support for future rallies.

French crypto holders are facing an alarming security threat. This past Friday in Verneuil-sur-Seine, three armed assailants invaded a family's home, restraining the parents and two children with cable ties and subjecting them to physical assault. The attackers were explicitly hunting for cryptocurrency assets and digital wallet information before making their escape toward the local train station. This wasn't an isolated incident—France has documented at least 14 similar home invasions targeting crypto owners. The pattern is clear: as digital wealth becomes more concentrated and accessible, c

Major Development in Corporate Bitcoin Adoption: Strive Asset Management has completed the acquisition of Semler Scientific, marking the first-ever takeover of a publicly traded Bitcoin Treasury company. This strategic move significantly reshapes the institutional Bitcoin holding landscape. Semler Scientific contributes 5,048 BTC to the combined portfolio, bringing Strive's total Bitcoin holdings to 12,797.9 BTC—equivalent to approximately $1.20 billion in value. Following this acquisition, the merged entity now ranks as the 11th largest corporate Bitcoin holder globally, surpassing several pr