January 29, 2026
Crypto

AI agent whale faces brutal 90%+ loss in illiquid token fire sale

Whale exits AI agent tokens at up to 99% losses, crashing thinly traded Virtuals-linked markets and exposing liquidity risks in the AI narrative. Summary Ember data shows a whale closing AI agent and Virtuals-linked positions at 84%–99% losses as sector liquidity and sentiment collapse.​ Rapid on-chain transfers through Arkham-tracked wallets hit shallow order books, driving

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Bitcoin

Michael Saylor Signals Further Bitcoin Purchases as BTC Slides Below $88,000

Advertisment Bitcoin came under renewed pressure on Sunday, briefly falling below the $88,000 level. At the same time, Michael Saylor, Executive Chairman of Bitcoin-focused company Strategy, hinted at another potential investment into the digital asset, signaling continued confidence despite recent market weakness. Saylor Hints at Expanding Bitcoin Exposure Bitcoin dropped to around $87,600 on Sunday

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Crypto

Bitcoin OG faces $54M unrealized loss on BTC, ETH, SOL longs

A well-known early Bitcoin holder is sitting on a steep paper loss as crypto prices slide and leverage begins to work in reverse. Summary An early Bitcoin holder is facing about $54M in unrealized losses on large BTC, ETH and SOL long positions. The drawdown comes as crypto markets weaken, liquidations rise, and fear levels

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Lithosphere News Releases

AI Crypto Platform Lithosphere (LITHO) Introduces Ignite, an Automated Launchpad for Ecosystem Discovery

Singapore, Singapore–(Newsfile Corp. – December 16, 2025) – AI-powered crypto platform Lithosphere (LITHO) at this time introduced the launch of Ignite, an automatic launchpad designed to streamline undertaking onboarding and improve ecosystem discovery throughout the Lithosphere community. Ignite introduces a structured, automated framework that permits rising blockchain tasks to launch, combine, and acquire visibility

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Bitcoin

PayPal Applies for Utah Bank License to Launch PayPal Bank

Payments company PayPal (PYPL) has applied for a Utah industrial bank license. The goal is to create a lending arm called PayPal Bank to more efficiently serve small businesses. Payments giant PayPal has applied to regulators to establish an industrial bank in Utah. The company filed applications with the Utah Department of Financial Institutions and

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Crypto

SBI Holdings, Startale to launch yen-backed stablecoin

Japan’s push into regulated digital finance continues as SBI Holdings and Startale move to issue a yen-denominated stablecoin for global payments in 2026. Summary SBI Holdings and Startale have agreed to jointly develop a yen-denominated stablecoin under Japan’s regulatory framework. The token is planned for launch in Q2 2026 and will be issued and redeemed

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Bitcoin

Bitfinex Alpha | 2026 WILL BE THE YEAR OF LIQUIDITY

15 Dec Bitfinex Alpha | 2026 WILL BE THE YEAR OF LIQUIDITY Posted at 16:34h in Bitfinex Alpha by Lya Rodriguez Subscribeto Bitfinex Alpha! Want to receive Alpha from Bitfinex every week? Subscribe Welcome to our final edition of Bitfinex Alpha 2025. In this edition we look back at what influenced the market in 2025,

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Crypto

Visa launches advisory unit to guide businesses on crypto

Visa is doubling down on its role in the future of digital payments with the launch of its Stablecoins Advisory Practice, a new service designed to help banks, fintechs, and businesses navigate the rapidly expanding stablecoin market. Summary Visa’s Stablecoins Advisory Practice will provide businesses with strategic insights and tailored recommendations to integrate stablecoins into

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Bitcoin

AVAX USDT Battles To Hold $12: Will SEC-Avalanche Crypto Friendship Save AVAX Price?

It is hard to believe that less than four years ago, AVAX USDT was trading in the triple digits, at an all-time high of $158. Since that day in early 2022, Avalanche crypto has fallen by -91%, with today’s -4.2% drop the latest bloodbath for the Layer-1 blockchain project. During its height, AVAX was also

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Crypto

BitMine expands Ethereum reserves, eyes $20k ETH

BitMine Immersion Technologies Inc. has strengthened its position in the digital asset space, purchasing over 102,000 Ethereum, as co-founder Tom Lee argues that the company’s long-term strategy remains solid despite market volatility. Summary The purchase brings BitMine’s Ethereum holdings to approximately 3.97 million ETH, valued at $12.2 billion, placing the company on track to meet

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