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🔔 ZachXBT Reports Ledger Data Exposure Linked to Payment Processor Incident !

ZachXBT said hardware wallet maker Ledger was impacted by a data breach involving its payment processor Global-e, exposing some customer names and contact details. Global-e stated it detected and contained the issue and is investigating with external forensic experts.

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https://x.com/zachxbt/status/2008139053544194545
🔔 Strategy Expands Bitcoin and USD Reserves With Latest Acquisition !

Strategy acquired an additional 1,287 BTC, raising its total Bitcoin holdings to 673,783 BTC, while also increasing its USD reserve by $62 million to $2.25 billion. The update reflects the firm’s continued balance sheet adjustments amid market activity.

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https://x.com/saylor/status/2008162324100640955
🔔 PeckShield Reports $27.3M Multi-Sig Wallet Exploit and Fund Laundering !

PeckShieldAlert reported that a hacker compromised a multi-signature wallet, stealing assets worth $27.3 million and laundering a large portion through Tornado Cash. The attacker has also withdrawn funds from Aave and currently holds sizable leveraged long positions.

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https://x.com/PeckShieldAlert/status/2008471690175758715
🔔 Ethereum Raises Blob Limit to Enhance Network Scalability !

Ethereum implemented its second Blob Parameter-Only hard fork, increasing the blob limit from 15 to 21 to improve data throughput and support rollup scalability. The update is part of broader efforts to boost transaction capacity and stabilize fees across the Ethereum ecosystem in 2026.

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https://x.com/terencechain/status/2008706514006257937
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🔔 Memecoin Social Buzz Rises as Risk Appetite Returns !

Social media discussion and trading activity around memecoins have increased alongside a rebound in market capitalization, suggesting traders are rotating back into higher-risk crypto assets. Analysts note the move reflects renewed speculative interest, though they caution the rally could reverse if momentum fades.

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https://x.com/santimentfeed/status/2008937033385783357
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🔔 ECC CEO Announces Governance Exit and New Company Plans !

Electric Coin Company CEO Josh Swihart said the team has exited its previous governance structure and intends to form a new company, citing misalignment with Zcash’s core mission. Following the announcement, ZEC saw a sharp decline, falling over 16% in the past 24 hours.

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https://x.com/jswihart/status/2008987228429799621
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🔔 Babylon Staking Bug Identified That Could Affect Block Production !

Developers disclosed a vulnerability in Babylon’s staking code that could allow malicious validators to disrupt consensus checks and slow block production during epoch boundaries. The issue is not reported as exploited, but warnings were issued that it could pose risks if left unresolved.

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https://github.com/babylonlabs-io/babylon/security/advisories/GHSA-m6wq-66p2-c8pc
🔔 Vitalik Buterin Flags Structural Risks in Decentralized Stablecoins !

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin said decentralized stablecoins still face unresolved design challenges, citing reliance on the U.S. dollar, fragile price oracles, and risks tied to staking yields. He outlined long-term trade-offs without proposing a specific solution, warning these weaknesses could threaten stability over time.

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https://x.com/VitalikButerin/status/2010253778365055363
🔔 Coinbase Steps Up Advocacy as Crypto Bill Nears Senate Review !

Coinbase is increasing pressure on US lawmakers as a major crypto market-structure bill moves toward Senate markup, citing concerns over potential limits on stablecoin rewards. The exchange may reassess its support for the bill if provisions go beyond enhanced disclosure requirements.

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https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-01-11/coinbase-raises-pressure-as-crypto-bill-moves-to-senate-markup
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🔔 Strategy Makes Major Bitcoin Purchase to Expand Holdings !

Strategy acquired 13,627 BTC for about $1.25 billion at an average price of roughly $91,519 per bitcoin. As of Jan. 11, 2026, the firm holds 687,410 BTC with an average acquisition cost of approximately $75,353 per coin.

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https://x.com/saylor/status/2010698959426105389
🔔 Pakistan Explores Stablecoin Payments Deal With Trump-Linked Crypto Firm !

Pakistan has reportedly signed an agreement with a company linked to World Liberty Financial to explore using its USD-pegged stablecoin for cross-border payments. The deal would involve collaboration with Pakistan’s central bank as part of the country’s broader push to expand its digital finance infrastructure.

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https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/pakistan-partner-with-world-liberty-financial-dollar-linked-stablecoin-source-2026-01-14/
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🔔 SEC Concludes Investigation Into Zcash Foundation With No Action !

The U.S. SEC has ended its investigation into the Zcash Foundation and stated it will not pursue enforcement action or other charges. The Foundation said the outcome reflects its commitment to transparency and regulatory compliance.

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https://zfnd.org/notice-concluding-sec-investigation/
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🔔 Citrea Launches U.S. Treasury-Backed Stablecoin for Bitcoin Ecosystem !

Citrea has introduced ctUSD, a U.S. dollar–pegged stablecoin issued by MoonPay and backed 1:1 by U.S. Treasury bills and cash. The stablecoin is designed to provide a native liquidity standard for Citrea’s Bitcoin layer-2 ecosystem and reduce risks tied to fragmented, bridged assets.

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https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/01/15/citrea-unveils-u-s-treasury-backed-stablecoin-for-its-bitcoin-ecosystem
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🔔 Burwick Law Seeks Court Sanctions Against Pump Fun Platform !

Burwick Law has asked a US court to impose sanctions on memecoin platform Pump Fun, alleging harassment, intimidation, and misuse of its token system linked to ongoing litigation. The firm is seeking restrictions on token creation, limits on platform conduct, and oversight by a compliance officer.

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https://protos.com/burwick-law-wants-pump-fun-sanctions-over-harassment-claims/
🔔 BitGo Surges ~25% on Market Debut After $212.8M IPO !

Crypto custody and infrastructure firm BitGo saw its shares jump about 25% in their debut trading on the New York Stock Exchange following its $212.8 million U.S. IPO, reflecting strong investor demand for the first major crypto-related stock listing of 2026.

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https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-01-22/crypto-firm-bitgo-jumps-25-in-debut-after-212-8-million-ipo
🔔 Waltio Confirms Data Theft and Extortion Attempt in Cyberattack !

French crypto tax platform Waltio said hackers stole emails and tax report data from around 50,000 users and attempted extortion, though no passwords or funds were compromised. Authorities are investigating, with the firm warning users about heightened phishing and social engineering risks.

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https://x.com/Get_Waltio/status/2014687038742647007
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🔔 SEC Agrees to Dismiss Crypto Lending Case Against Gemini !

The U.S. SEC has agreed to dismiss its enforcement case against Gemini after investors in the Gemini Earn lending program recovered their assets in full through the Genesis bankruptcy process. The regulator said the dismissal does not signal a broader stance on other crypto-related cases.

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https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/sec-agrees-dismiss-case-over-crypto-lending-by-winklevoss-gemini-2026-01-24/
🔔 Strategy Expands Bitcoin Holdings With Latest Purchase !

Strategy acquired 2,932 BTC for approximately $264.1 million at an average price of about $90,061 per bitcoin. As of Jan. 25, 2026, the company holds 712,647 BTC with a total cost basis of roughly $54.19 billion.

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https://x.com/Strategy/status/2015772494775394377
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🔔 Binance Announces Zama Pre-TGE Prime Sale on Binance Wallet !

Binance will host the 5th Pre-TGE Prime Sale Edition featuring Zama (ZAMA) on Binance Wallet on Jan. 29, 2026, from 08:00 to 10:00 UTC. Participation requires Binance Alpha Points, while Coinbase has also added Zama to its asset roadmap.

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https://x.com/binancewallet/status/2016119381739393024
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🔔 Bitcoin Drops Below $85,000 Amid Heavy Market Liquidations !

Bitcoin fell to around $84,425, triggering widespread liquidations across the market. CoinGlass data shows over 217,000 traders liquidated in the past 24 hours, with total losses reaching $850.1 million, including a $31.64 million BTC-USD liquidation on Hyperliquid.

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https://www.coinglass.com/liquidations
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🔔 WLFI Token Holders Press for Exit as Trump-Linked Crypto Loses Value !

Investors who spent about $550 million on the Trump family–linked WLFI token are voicing frustration as most tokens remain locked and prices have fallen more than 50% from their peak. With no clear timeline for additional unlocks, holders say they are unable to exit positions while the project’s creators retain control over token sales.

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https://www.dlnews.com/articles/people-culture/trump-fans-complain-they-cannot-sell-the-rest-of-their-wlfi-tokens/
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