Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams has made his first major public move since leaving office with the launch of a New York City–themed cryptocurrency token, pitching it as a civic-minded project aimed at combating antisemitism and “anti-Americanism.” The initiative, however, was quickly overshadowed
Nigeria has officially begun enforcing identity-based oversight of cryptocurrency activity, introducing a new regime that ties virtual asset transactions to individual taxpayers under the Nigeria Tax Administration Act (NTAA) 2025.As of January 1, 2026, Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) operating in Nigeria are required to
A federal judge in Tennessee has blocked the state’s gambling regulator from enforcing a cease-and-desist order against Kalshi, giving the event contract platform temporary relief as it battles accusations of operating illegal sports wagering markets.The ruling, issued Monday by US District Judge Aleta Trauger, grants
The cryptocurrency market’s performance has improved over the past few hours as Bitcoin, Ether, and other leading cryptos are in the green.Monero’s XRM is leading the way in terms of performance as it hit a new all-time high of $688 an hour ago, adding 17%
Bitcoin price continues to compress below key resistance as macro risk re-enters the equation. BTC price trades within a tightening range after failing to reclaim higher ground, while external pressure builds around U.S. monetary credibility. The Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell investigation by the Department
The founder of Cardano, Charles Hoskinson, has hinted that Bitcoin and XRP DeFi utility will be applied on its Midnight protocol pretty soon. This statement aligns with his earlier statement that they would put a focus on the interoperability of its platform. Hoskinson Signals Bitcoin
Monero (XMR), the popular privacy-focused cryptocurrency, has surged to a new all-time high above $592. This comes after the wider crypto market records indications of a revival following a week of stagnation. Most major cryptocurrencies are range-bound, whereas Monero is up 20% in the last
South Korea’s financial watchdog is preparing to lift its nine-year ban on corporate crypto investments. This marks a significant shift in the country’s approach to digital assets, allowing corporations to enter the crypto market. This comes as part of South Korea’s vision to foster the
India tightens crypto onboarding for new users to combat money laundering and terror financing. Under the new norms, crypto exchanges are required to collect a live selfie, geographic location, and bank account verification with a test transaction, along with other mandatory details. India’s FIU Tightens
The post Cardano Founder Warns 2026 Is “Make-or-Break” for Crypto After $2.5B Loss appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson said he lost around $2.5 billion in paper value over the past four years. The losses came from regulatory chaos and political interference