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The Bitcoin (BTC) network mining difficulty, the relative computing challenge of adding a new block to the decentralized blockchain ledger, fell slightly to 146.4 trillion on Thursday, in the first difficulty adjustment of 2026. “The next Bitcoin difficulty adjustment is estimated to take place on Jan 22, 2026, 04:08:12 AM UTC, increasing the Bitcoin mining difficulty from 146.47 T to 148.20 T,” according to CoinWarz. Average block times are 9.88 minutes at the time of this writing, slightly below the 10-minute target, which means the next difficulty adjustment will increase slightly to align better with the target block time. The Bitcoin network…

NEAR Protocol (NEAR) presents a complex technical picture as it trades at $1.70 on January 10, 2026, down 2.13% in the past 24 hours. While recent analyst predictions suggest significant upside potential, current momentum indicators reveal a more nuanced outlook for the layer-1 blockchain token. NEAR Price Prediction Summary • Short-term target (1 week): $1.74-$1.78 • Medium-term forecast (1 month): $2.10-$2.35 range• Bullish breakout level: $1.84 • Critical support: $1.63 What Crypto Analysts Are Saying About NEAR Protocol Recent analyst coverage has been notably bullish on NEAR Protocol’s medium-term prospects. Timothy Morano noted on January 6, 2026, that “NEAR Protocol…

The asset manager’s base case assumes bitcoin gains traction as a settlement tool and reserve asset over the next 25 years.

The passage of the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act of 2025, also known as the CLARITY market structure bill, hinges on bipartisan support in the United States Senate Banking Committee, according to Alex Thorn, head of research at crypto investment firm Galaxy.Typically, the Senate needs at least 60 votes to advance legislation, and Republicans need seven to 10 Democrats to vote yes on the CLARITY Act, Thorn said on Friday.If Republicans can secure four votes from Democrats on the Senate Banking Committee, it is “likely” that all 17 Democratic senators who voted for the GENIUS Act, a stablecoin regulatory framework,…

NVIDIA is spearheading a transformative approach to e-commerce with its latest AI-driven catalog system, designed to enhance product visibility, engagement, and conversion rates. According to NVIDIA, the system leverages advanced AI models to create enriched, localized product catalogs that cater to diverse regional markets. Utilizing Advanced AI Models The AI catalog system employs NVIDIA Nemotron’s large language models (LLMs) and vision-language models (VLMs) to transform basic product images into rich, detailed catalog entries. These entries include comprehensive titles, descriptions, categories, and interactive 3D assets tailored to specific locales. The system automates the generation of product data, addressing the inefficiencies of…

Led by ICONIQ, the round brings Rain’s total funding to over $338M and values the company at $1.95B — up more than 17x in just 10 months The new funding enables Rain to scale its global, compliant footprint, deepen platform capabilities, and invest in new products that redefine how payments work worldwide NEW YORK, Jan. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Rain, the enterprise-grade infrastructure for stablecoin-powered payments, today announced a $250 million Series C funding round led by ICONIQ, with participation from Sapphire Ventures, Dragonfly, Bessemer Venture Partners, Galaxy Ventures, FirstMark, Lightspeed, Norwest, and Endeavor Catalyst. The round values Rain at…

A7A5, a ruble-linked stablecoin few outside Russia had heard of a year ago grew the most of any stablecoin, outpacing both USDT and USDC over the past 12 months.

Key takeawaysIn 2026, scarcity is being repriced through narratives, market access and financial structures rather than simple supply limits.Bitcoin’s scarcity is increasingly mediated by ETFs and derivatives, reshaping how it is accessed and priced in financial markets.Gold’s scarcity is tied less to mining output and more to trust, neutrality and reserve management.Silver’s scarcity reflects its dual role as both an investment metal and an industrial input.In 2026, scarcity has taken on a different meaning. It is no longer defined solely by limited supply or production constraints. Instead, it increasingly depends on how narratives are constructed and combined, shaping how investors…

NVIDIA has unveiled significant updates to its cloud gaming service, GeForce NOW, during the CES 2026 event. These updates include the launch of native applications for Linux and Amazon Fire TV, alongside new flight stick controls, according to NVIDIA’s official announcement. Expanding GeForce NOW Accessibility The new native app for Linux, initially available in beta for Ubuntu 24.04 and later versions, fulfills a long-standing demand from the gaming community. This app allows users to transform compatible Linux systems into RTX-powered gaming platforms, capable of streaming at up to 5K resolution and 120 fps, or 1080p at 360 fps. This brings…

CoinDesk and the Solana Foundation said the developer event will kick off Consensus Hong Kong on Feb. 11, setting the tone for a week focused on builders, capital, and policymakers.