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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.

Crypto comes in waves. Every year, narratives change—be it scaling, DeFi, gaming, physical-world asset-related things, or perhaps AI-based technologies. When there is suddenly some momentum in any of the aforementioned fields, people naturally start scrambling to take a look at new cryptocurrencies to invest in, which indeed offer greater upside in the early stage compared to more mature coins. At the same time, early investors must also accept more risks. Most of the time, new tokens are with minimal background, demand is uncertain, and the tokenomics can either lead to long-term growth or result in heavy sell pressure. The wisest…

The cryptocurrency trading app for trading can either set a structure around the trade so it does not have to be nerve-racking or turn it into some vicious circle in which you would be checking prices, double-guessing your decisions, and either coming to a late or dreadful finish. As markets are on 24/7, volatility can pop up, bringing with it high-variance heartache, and waiting for a few milliseconds to order something can translate into a loss. Thus, looking for the best app for cryptocurrency trading is more about finding an app where communication becomes clear and works well enough for…

Aave’s price action tells a story of institutional validation that crypto markets have been waiting years to hear. The DeFi lending protocol closed at $173.14, marking a 0.72% gain while Bitcoin slipped 0.45%, as news broke that the Securities and Exchange Commission concluded its four-year investigation with no enforcement action—a rare regulatory victory that’s already attracting fresh institutional capital. Regulatory Clouds Lift as Institutional Money Circles The timing couldn’t be more significant. Bitwise’s filing for 11 altcoin ETFs, including AAVE, arrived just as regulatory uncertainty evaporated, according to data from legal filings reviewed by industry analysts. This one-two punch of…

Opinion by: Marcos Viriato, co-founder and CEO of ParfinBlockchain was born to decentralize power and create systems that operate on transparency, not control. Yet today, the technology is being adopted by the institutions it sought to disrupt. Governments and corporations are integrating blockchain into their existing frameworks. This turns a tool built for autonomy into one that reinforces oversight.This shift reveals a deeper tension. Ideologies have become involved. From political donations to manifesto pledges, blockchain has become a political instrument. The result is a shift in how power, trust and governance interact in the digital age.If we want innovation to thrive,…

Ubyx provides a global clearing system for tokenised deposits and stablecoins. LONDON and NEW YORK, Jan. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Barclays has announced a strategic investment in Ubyx Inc., a U.S. based clearing system for digital money including tokenised deposits and regulated stablecoins. “Interoperability is essential to unlock the full potential of digital assets. As the landscape of tokens, blockchains and wallets evolves, specialist technology will play a pivotal role in delivering connectivity and infrastructure to enable regulated financial institutions to interact seamlessly. We are pleased to be joining Ubyx on their journey as we drive forward our shared ambition…

DALLAS, Jan. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ – Cango Inc. (NYSE: CANG) (“Cango” or the “Company”), a leading Bitcoin miner leveraging its global operations to develop an integrated energy and AI compute platform, today published its Bitcoin production and mining operations update for December 2025. Note: Cango holds Bitcoin for the long term and does not currently intend to sell any of its Bitcoin holdings. Paul Yu, CEO and Director of Cango, commented, “Throughout 2025, Cango delivered strong and consistent operational growth. In December, due to favorable network difficulty adjustments, we maintained stable operating hashrate levels and achieved higher daily Bitcoin production,…