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  • Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan said authorities plan to issue the first batch of stablecoin licenses in the first quarter, the South China Morning Post reported.
  • The city’s stablecoin licensing regime, passed in 2025, requires issuers to meet strict reserve, redemption and risk management standards.
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  • Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan said authorities plan to issue the first batch of stablecoin licenses in the first quarter, the South China Morning Post reported.
  • The city’s stablecoin licensing regime, passed in 2025, requires issuers to meet strict reserve, redemption and risk management standards.

Hong Kong is planning to issue its first batch of stablecoin licences in the first quarter of this year, as the city presses ahead with its push to become a crypto hub.

Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan said that Hong Kong's crypto asset framework remains "responsible and sustainable," noting that the authorities plan to grant the first batch of stablecoin issuer licenses in the first quarter, the South China Morning Post reported.

Chan said the city aims to create a comprehensive ecosystem covering stablecoins, exchanges, and tokenized assets, framing digital finance as a key pillar of Hong Kong's growth strategy amid intensifying global competition.

The stablecoin framework is seen as a cornerstone of that strategy. Hong Kong's stablecoin licensing regime, passed in 2025, requires fiat-referenced stablecoin issuers to meet strict standards on reserves, redemption, and risk management.

The stablecoin push comes alongside parallel efforts to regulate crypto trading. Hong Kong has already rolled out a licensing regime for crypto trading platforms, under which the Securities and Futures Commission has approved 11 firms so far. Licensed operators include OSL, HashKey, and Bullish, according to the regulator's website.

Hong Kong's crypto drive is also unfolding alongside broader tokenization efforts. In November 2025, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority launched a pilot under Project Ensemble to test real-value transactions using tokenized deposits and digital assets, involving major banks and asset managers.

Meanwhile, the authorities are seeking public feedback on further proposals to introduce additional licensing regimes for crypto asset dealing, advisory, and management services.

On Tuesday, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Professionals Association warned that the proposed changes to virtual asset management rules could deter traditional asset managers from accessing crypto, arguing that stricter licensing thresholds may raise compliance costs and slow institutional adoption.

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  • Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan said authorities plan to issue the first batch of stablecoin licenses in the first quarter, the South China Morning Post reported.
  • The city’s stablecoin licensing regime, passed in 2025, requires issuers to meet strict reserve, redemption and risk management standards.

Hong Kong is planning to issue its first batch of stablecoin licences in the first quarter of this year, as the city presses ahead with its push to become a crypto hub.

Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan said that Hong Kong's crypto asset framework remains "responsible and sustainable," noting that the authorities plan to grant the first batch of stablecoin issuer licenses in the first quarter, the South China Morning Post reported.

Chan said the city aims to create a comprehensive ecosystem covering stablecoins, exchanges, and tokenized assets, framing digital finance as a key pillar of Hong Kong's growth strategy amid intensifying global competition.

The stablecoin framework is seen as a cornerstone of that strategy. Hong Kong's stablecoin licensing regime, passed in 2025, requires fiat-referenced stablecoin issuers to meet strict standards on reserves, redemption, and risk management.

The stablecoin push comes alongside parallel efforts to regulate crypto trading. Hong Kong has already rolled out a licensing regime for crypto trading platforms, under which the Securities and Futures Commission has approved 11 firms so far. Licensed operators include OSL, HashKey, and Bullish, according to the regulator's website.

Hong Kong's crypto drive is also unfolding alongside broader tokenization efforts. In November 2025, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority launched a pilot under Project Ensemble to test real-value transactions using tokenized deposits and digital assets, involving major banks and asset managers.

Meanwhile, the authorities are seeking public feedback on further proposals to introduce additional licensing regimes for crypto asset dealing, advisory, and management services.

On Tuesday, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Professionals Association warned that the proposed changes to virtual asset management rules could deter traditional asset managers from accessing crypto, arguing that stricter licensing thresholds may raise compliance costs and slow institutional adoption.

]]> SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce Discusses the Cryptocurrency Market – What Does She Think About Cryptocurrency Legislation? https://criptofiner.com/analysis/170-sec-commissioner-hester-peirce-discusses-the-cryptocurrency-market-–-what-does-she-think-about-cryptocurrency-legislation.html https://criptofiner.com/analysis/170-sec-commissioner-hester-peirce-discusses-the-cryptocurrency-market-–-what-does-she-think-about-cryptocurrency-legislation.html admin Wed, 21 Jan 2026 11:11:57 +0300 SEC member Hester Peirce shared her assessments regarding cryptocurrency law, regulations, and tokenized stocks.

]]> SEC member Hester Peirce shared her assessments regarding cryptocurrency law, regulations, and tokenized stocks.

Peirce explained that creating a clear and workable legal framework for the cryptocurrency market is a long and difficult process, but said that the crypto market structure bill progressing in Congress provides an important foundation in this regard.

Peirce, recalling his previous experience in the Senate, pointed out that drafting and passing such comprehensive legislation through consensus is extremely difficult. Nevertheless, he stated that the bill was positive in that it provided a foundation upon which regulations could be built.

One of the most debated topics on the program was which institution would oversee crypto assets. Peirce stated that even if securities are tokenized, they remain under the SEC’s jurisdiction. “When you tokenize a security, it’s still a security,” Peirce argued, asserting that the SEC’s role remains unchanged.

However, Peirce stated that crypto assets, being commodities, should be regulated by the CFTC rather than the SEC, saying, “This is not our area of expertise, and we don’t want to spend our time there.” Peirce also noted that the majority of crypto assets are not securities and therefore do not fall under the SEC’s regulatory purview.

Peirce stated that companies offering tokenized shares should be subject to the same basic rules as traditional share issuers, but noted that technology necessitates a rethinking of some rules. He said Congress has given the SEC flexible powers in this regard, and that they are working on where the current rule set needs to be adapted.

Peirce stated that fundamental transparency standards must be maintained in transaction and clearing processes, adding that tokenization could alter the way these processes operate and that regulations should reflect this. He also said that the goal is not to have tokenized and non-tokenized versions of the same security traded on separate markets, but rather a single, unified market structure.

The program also addressed news that the NYSE is working on a new blockchain-based platform for 24/7 trading of tokenized stocks and ETFs. Peirce stated that the 24-hour availability of crypto markets is pushing traditional finance in this direction, but that this is a positive development for global investors.

However, he added that in the 24/7 trading world, there are serious operational questions about how to handle issues such as volatility pauses and the market’s need to “breathe” during times of crisis.

Peirce also touched on enforcement policy in the crypto space, stating that the SEC will continue to combat malicious actors within its jurisdiction. However, arguing that lessons should be learned from past mistakes, Peirce said, “Making up and applying rules after the fact is extremely unfair. The right thing to do is to write clear rules first, and then impose sanctions on those who violate them.”

*This is not investment advice.

  • The outspoken crypto supporter spoke about her career at the SEC.
  • She discussed elections, ‘frustration’ in some SEC cases, and Stoner Cats.

Securities and Exchange Commissioner Hester Peirce is happy to talk crypto innovation.

Just don’t call her crypto mom.

Peirce has earned the affection of the crypto industry — and the sobriquet “crypto mom” — for her support of the industry and blistering dissents from rule proposals and lawsuits levelled at the industry under chair Gary Gensler.

Still, libertarian-leaning Peirce says she approaches crypto as a choice that American consumers should be able to make for themselves.

“I think it’s funny, but at the same time, I do take a little bit of an issue with the term ‘mom’,” the commissioner told DL News in an interview last week.

“I’m not your mom.”

DL News spoke to Peirce about the SEC’s crypto crackdown, crypto exchange-traded funds, and the upcoming election.

A new chair

Some have suggested that Peirce — one of two Republican commissioners at the SEC — could be its next chair if Donald Trump is elected president in November.

That would be a boon to the crypto industry, for whom Gensler has become an iconic enemy.

Gensler’s term runs until 2026, but SEC chairs tend to step down early if a new administration comes in.

“If the president changes, typically the chairman of the SEC will also change in response to that,” Peirce said.

The position is a powerful one.

The chair sets the agency’s agenda, and does so independently of the executive branch — not necessarily the case for all federal regulators.

Asked about succession at the SEC, however, Peirce wouldn’t make predictions.

“It could really be anyone — the president has wide latitude” to choose, she said.

Crypto laws

Some politicians are convinced that crypto voters could swing battleground states in November elections.

By the same token, lawmakers have realised they need to move quickly to pass crypto legislation.

The FIT21 Act — which creates a market structure for crypto — passed out of the House of Representatives in May.

The bill would give the SEC’s sister agency, the Commodity Futures Exchange Commission, more authority over spot crypto markets.

Gensler and his CFTC counterpart Rostin Behnam work closely together. But they clearly disagree over one issue — while Gensler says most crypto are securities, Behnam claims them as commodities.

The SEC and CFTC ‘need to step back and remember that we both serve the American people.’

— Hester Peirce

Peirce said she doesn’t think of the SEC’s relationship with the CFTC as a rivalry, and she was happy to see Congress working on deciding where to allocate authority.

“We need to step back and remember that we both serve the American people, and the American markets. We should be thinking about who is better to do function x or y — as Congress has directed us,” she said.

Legislation of this industry must take into account that potential innovation has nothing to do with crypto’s status as a financial asset, she said.

“There’s a lot going on in crypto that has nothing to do with the financial markets at all,” Peirce said.

Decentralised physical infrastructure, for instance, doesn’t fit neatly into a financial legal framework.

Regs by enforcement

Crypto lobbyists say they want regulation because in its absence, the SEC must turn to enforcement.

The Supreme Court recently gave crypto litigants hope.

In a historic overturning of the so-called Chevron doctrine, the court essentially made it easier for judges to overrule the opinion of regulators in cases where statutes are unclear.

Peirce said the agency was “still processing” what impact the ruling could have on its cases.

She said, however, that she has always focused on following Congress’s intentions.

“We have to hew closely to what Congress told us to do,” she said.

The SEC must ensure that it’s sticking to the authority Congress gave it and not “trying to adopt interpretations that are overly aggressive.”

Peirce didn’t comment on open cases — the agency is currently suing exchanges Coinbase, Binance, and Kraken, among others.

But she said the SEC’s court victory against blockchain publishing company LBRY was a low point of her career as commissioner.

“That was a project where really substantial work had been done, and we nevertheless decided to litigate and ended up basically shutting it down,” she said.

The SEC alleged that LBRY had violated securities laws.

“There were no allegations of fraud — it was a registration violation — and that seemed to me problematic,” Peirce said.

A lawsuit against non-fungible token project Stoner Cats, which the parties settled, seemed arbitrary, Peirce said.

“If we had applied similar logic in other contexts, we could be bringing cases against all kinds of non-digital collectible issuers,” she said.

In contrast to Gensler, who has an oft-repeated maxim that crypto businesses just need to “come into the SEC and register,” Peirce said it’s difficult for crypto businesses to access help from the regulator.

“There’s a real hunger for generalised guidance, and we could have put it out and helped both of these projects, as well as many others,” she said.

]]> SEC member Hester Peirce shared her assessments regarding cryptocurrency law, regulations, and tokenized stocks.

Peirce explained that creating a clear and workable legal framework for the cryptocurrency market is a long and difficult process, but said that the crypto market structure bill progressing in Congress provides an important foundation in this regard.

Peirce, recalling his previous experience in the Senate, pointed out that drafting and passing such comprehensive legislation through consensus is extremely difficult. Nevertheless, he stated that the bill was positive in that it provided a foundation upon which regulations could be built.

One of the most debated topics on the program was which institution would oversee crypto assets. Peirce stated that even if securities are tokenized, they remain under the SEC’s jurisdiction. “When you tokenize a security, it’s still a security,” Peirce argued, asserting that the SEC’s role remains unchanged.

However, Peirce stated that crypto assets, being commodities, should be regulated by the CFTC rather than the SEC, saying, “This is not our area of expertise, and we don’t want to spend our time there.” Peirce also noted that the majority of crypto assets are not securities and therefore do not fall under the SEC’s regulatory purview.

Peirce stated that companies offering tokenized shares should be subject to the same basic rules as traditional share issuers, but noted that technology necessitates a rethinking of some rules. He said Congress has given the SEC flexible powers in this regard, and that they are working on where the current rule set needs to be adapted.

Peirce stated that fundamental transparency standards must be maintained in transaction and clearing processes, adding that tokenization could alter the way these processes operate and that regulations should reflect this. He also said that the goal is not to have tokenized and non-tokenized versions of the same security traded on separate markets, but rather a single, unified market structure.

The program also addressed news that the NYSE is working on a new blockchain-based platform for 24/7 trading of tokenized stocks and ETFs. Peirce stated that the 24-hour availability of crypto markets is pushing traditional finance in this direction, but that this is a positive development for global investors.

However, he added that in the 24/7 trading world, there are serious operational questions about how to handle issues such as volatility pauses and the market’s need to “breathe” during times of crisis.

Peirce also touched on enforcement policy in the crypto space, stating that the SEC will continue to combat malicious actors within its jurisdiction. However, arguing that lessons should be learned from past mistakes, Peirce said, “Making up and applying rules after the fact is extremely unfair. The right thing to do is to write clear rules first, and then impose sanctions on those who violate them.”

*This is not investment advice.

  • The outspoken crypto supporter spoke about her career at the SEC.
  • She discussed elections, ‘frustration’ in some SEC cases, and Stoner Cats.

Securities and Exchange Commissioner Hester Peirce is happy to talk crypto innovation.

Just don’t call her crypto mom.

Peirce has earned the affection of the crypto industry — and the sobriquet “crypto mom” — for her support of the industry and blistering dissents from rule proposals and lawsuits levelled at the industry under chair Gary Gensler.

Still, libertarian-leaning Peirce says she approaches crypto as a choice that American consumers should be able to make for themselves.

“I think it’s funny, but at the same time, I do take a little bit of an issue with the term ‘mom’,” the commissioner told DL News in an interview last week.

“I’m not your mom.”

DL News spoke to Peirce about the SEC’s crypto crackdown, crypto exchange-traded funds, and the upcoming election.

A new chair

Some have suggested that Peirce — one of two Republican commissioners at the SEC — could be its next chair if Donald Trump is elected president in November.

That would be a boon to the crypto industry, for whom Gensler has become an iconic enemy.

Gensler’s term runs until 2026, but SEC chairs tend to step down early if a new administration comes in.

“If the president changes, typically the chairman of the SEC will also change in response to that,” Peirce said.

The position is a powerful one.

The chair sets the agency’s agenda, and does so independently of the executive branch — not necessarily the case for all federal regulators.

Asked about succession at the SEC, however, Peirce wouldn’t make predictions.

“It could really be anyone — the president has wide latitude” to choose, she said.

Crypto laws

Some politicians are convinced that crypto voters could swing battleground states in November elections.

By the same token, lawmakers have realised they need to move quickly to pass crypto legislation.

The FIT21 Act — which creates a market structure for crypto — passed out of the House of Representatives in May.

The bill would give the SEC’s sister agency, the Commodity Futures Exchange Commission, more authority over spot crypto markets.

Gensler and his CFTC counterpart Rostin Behnam work closely together. But they clearly disagree over one issue — while Gensler says most crypto are securities, Behnam claims them as commodities.

The SEC and CFTC ‘need to step back and remember that we both serve the American people.’

— Hester Peirce

Peirce said she doesn’t think of the SEC’s relationship with the CFTC as a rivalry, and she was happy to see Congress working on deciding where to allocate authority.

“We need to step back and remember that we both serve the American people, and the American markets. We should be thinking about who is better to do function x or y — as Congress has directed us,” she said.

Legislation of this industry must take into account that potential innovation has nothing to do with crypto’s status as a financial asset, she said.

“There’s a lot going on in crypto that has nothing to do with the financial markets at all,” Peirce said.

Decentralised physical infrastructure, for instance, doesn’t fit neatly into a financial legal framework.

Regs by enforcement

Crypto lobbyists say they want regulation because in its absence, the SEC must turn to enforcement.

The Supreme Court recently gave crypto litigants hope.

In a historic overturning of the so-called Chevron doctrine, the court essentially made it easier for judges to overrule the opinion of regulators in cases where statutes are unclear.

Peirce said the agency was “still processing” what impact the ruling could have on its cases.

She said, however, that she has always focused on following Congress’s intentions.

“We have to hew closely to what Congress told us to do,” she said.

The SEC must ensure that it’s sticking to the authority Congress gave it and not “trying to adopt interpretations that are overly aggressive.”

Peirce didn’t comment on open cases — the agency is currently suing exchanges Coinbase, Binance, and Kraken, among others.

But she said the SEC’s court victory against blockchain publishing company LBRY was a low point of her career as commissioner.

“That was a project where really substantial work had been done, and we nevertheless decided to litigate and ended up basically shutting it down,” she said.

The SEC alleged that LBRY had violated securities laws.

“There were no allegations of fraud — it was a registration violation — and that seemed to me problematic,” Peirce said.

A lawsuit against non-fungible token project Stoner Cats, which the parties settled, seemed arbitrary, Peirce said.

“If we had applied similar logic in other contexts, we could be bringing cases against all kinds of non-digital collectible issuers,” she said.

In contrast to Gensler, who has an oft-repeated maxim that crypto businesses just need to “come into the SEC and register,” Peirce said it’s difficult for crypto businesses to access help from the regulator.

“There’s a real hunger for generalised guidance, and we could have put it out and helped both of these projects, as well as many others,” she said.

]]> Critical Institution CFTC’s New Chairman Speaks About Cryptocurrencies for the First Time https://criptofiner.com/analysis/169-critical-institution-cftc’s-new-chairman-speaks-about-cryptocurrencies-for-the-first-time.html https://criptofiner.com/analysis/169-critical-institution-cftc’s-new-chairman-speaks-about-cryptocurrencies-for-the-first-time.html admin Wed, 21 Jan 2026 11:06:25 +0300 Mike Selig, the new chairman of the US Commodity Futures Commission (CFTC), has announced strong support for the cryptocurrency sector.

]]> Mike Selig, the new chairman of the US Commodity Futures Commission (CFTC), has announced strong support for the cryptocurrency sector.

Selig, appointed by US President Donald Trump, announced a new plan called “Future Protection,” aiming to create a lasting regulatory framework for crypto assets and other financial innovations.

In articles published on both the X platform and The Washington Post, Selig stated that the CFTC will end its long-criticized “enforcement instead of regulation” approach. Accordingly, the institution will develop specific, formal, and sector-tailored rules for emerging markets such as digital assets. Selig argued that this step is critical to protecting the global competitiveness of US financial markets.

The new CFTC Chair stated that the digital asset economy is no longer a “novelty” and has reached a market size of approximately $3 trillion. Selig said that details of the regulations, which have not yet been shared, will become clearer in the coming days, and also announced the establishment of an Innovation Advisory Committee to guide areas such as cryptocurrencies, prediction markets, and perpetual contracts.

Selig also stated that regulations developed through formal rule-making processes are far more stable than informal guidelines and cannot be easily overturned by subsequent administrations. On the same day, the CFTC announced that Michael Passalacqua, a lawyer specializing in crypto law, had joined the institution as an advisor.

*This is not investment advice.

  • Trump’s administration reportedly plans to grant the CFTC oversight of Bitcoin and Ethereum spot markets, curtailing the SEC's role.
  • The move seeks to harmonize regulatory policies, reduce enforcement-driven approaches, and support US crypto growth.
  • While favored by the industry, the CFTC's smaller budget and resources may pose challenges to effective market oversight.

President-elect Donald Trump’s administration is reportedly planning to grant the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) expanded oversight over the cryptocurrency market.

The move is aimed at scaling back the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) regulatory influence, potentially positioning the CFTC as the primary regulator for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH).

CFTC as the Preferred Crypto Regulator

According to Fox Business, the Trump administration seeks to redefine regulatory responsibilities. Specifically, to give the CFTC jurisdiction over the spot markets for Bitcoin and Ethereum. These two assets alone, valued at approximately $2.24 trillion, comprise 70% of the global cryptocurrency market.

By designating them as commodities, the CFTC’s lighter regulatory touch—traditionally applied to derivatives and commodities markets—may appeal to industry stakeholders seeking reduced barriers to innovation.

Former CFTC Chair Christopher Giancarlo, widely recognized as “Crypto Dad,” has expressed support for the agency’s expanded role.

“With adequate funding and under the right leadership, the CFTC could hit the ground running to begin regulating digital commodities on day one of Donald Trump’s presidency,” Fox Business reported, citing Giancarlo.

The proposal aligns with Republican priorities of fostering innovation and reducing regulatory hurdles. It also reflects dissatisfaction with the SEC’s enforcement-driven approach under outgoing Chair Gary Gensler, whose tenure was marked by aggressive crackdowns on cryptocurrency firms.

Addressing Regulatory Uncertainty

The SEC and CFTC have long debated the classification of digital assets, leading to fragmented and often conflicting oversight. While the SEC views most cryptocurrencies as securities, the CFTC treats Bitcoin and Ethereum as commodities. This inconsistency has created a regulatory gray area, stifling growth and driving crypto businesses to more accommodating jurisdictions.

If implemented, the plan could also mitigate disputes between the agencies. CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam previously asserted jurisdiction over Ethereum. Citing its trading as a futures contract, the agency has already demonstrated an appetite for broader involvement in digital asset regulation.

In tandem with the Trump administration’s push to empower the CFTC, a newly proposed bipartisan initiative—the “BRIDGE Digital Assets Act”—seeks to create a cooperative framework between the SEC and CFTC. Championed by Tennessee Congressman John Rose, this legislation introduces a joint advisory committee composed of 20 private sector representatives.

“The current heavy-handed, regulation-by-enforcement approach isn’t working and is instead encouraging investment in this key innovation overseas,” the bill states.

By fostering collaboration, the committee aims to harmonize regulatory policies and provide a clear path for industry and government partnerships. Such a cooperative approach could resolve past conflicts between the agencies.

For instance, the SEC’s 2023 declaration that all Proof-of-Stake (PoS) tokens were securities clashed with the CFTC’s treatment of Ethereum as a commodity. A unified framework would clarify jurisdictional authority, offering much-needed guidance to crypto firms and investors.

The crypto community has largely welcomed the idea of CFTC-led regulation, perceiving the agency as more accommodating than the SEC.

“The SEC will no longer be able to strangle the crypto market…Its [CFTC] activities are regulated more gently, since the derivatives markets are dominated by sophisticated institutional players who are better able to manage risks,” one user commented.

However, concerns remain about the CFTC’s capacity to handle expanded responsibilities. With an annual budget of $400 million and a staff of 700—substantially smaller than the SEC’s $2.4 billion budget and 5,300 employees—the CFTC would require significant funding and resources to oversee the crypto spot market effectively.

Additionally, some traditional CFTC constituencies, such as agricultural commodity traders, have voiced concerns about the potential spillover effects of the agency’s involvement in digital markets. Legislative language addressing these concerns will be critical to securing bipartisan support.

]]> Mike Selig, the new chairman of the US Commodity Futures Commission (CFTC), has announced strong support for the cryptocurrency sector.

Selig, appointed by US President Donald Trump, announced a new plan called “Future Protection,” aiming to create a lasting regulatory framework for crypto assets and other financial innovations.

In articles published on both the X platform and The Washington Post, Selig stated that the CFTC will end its long-criticized “enforcement instead of regulation” approach. Accordingly, the institution will develop specific, formal, and sector-tailored rules for emerging markets such as digital assets. Selig argued that this step is critical to protecting the global competitiveness of US financial markets.

The new CFTC Chair stated that the digital asset economy is no longer a “novelty” and has reached a market size of approximately $3 trillion. Selig said that details of the regulations, which have not yet been shared, will become clearer in the coming days, and also announced the establishment of an Innovation Advisory Committee to guide areas such as cryptocurrencies, prediction markets, and perpetual contracts.

Selig also stated that regulations developed through formal rule-making processes are far more stable than informal guidelines and cannot be easily overturned by subsequent administrations. On the same day, the CFTC announced that Michael Passalacqua, a lawyer specializing in crypto law, had joined the institution as an advisor.

*This is not investment advice.

  • Trump’s administration reportedly plans to grant the CFTC oversight of Bitcoin and Ethereum spot markets, curtailing the SEC's role.
  • The move seeks to harmonize regulatory policies, reduce enforcement-driven approaches, and support US crypto growth.
  • While favored by the industry, the CFTC's smaller budget and resources may pose challenges to effective market oversight.

President-elect Donald Trump’s administration is reportedly planning to grant the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) expanded oversight over the cryptocurrency market.

The move is aimed at scaling back the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) regulatory influence, potentially positioning the CFTC as the primary regulator for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH).

CFTC as the Preferred Crypto Regulator

According to Fox Business, the Trump administration seeks to redefine regulatory responsibilities. Specifically, to give the CFTC jurisdiction over the spot markets for Bitcoin and Ethereum. These two assets alone, valued at approximately $2.24 trillion, comprise 70% of the global cryptocurrency market.

By designating them as commodities, the CFTC’s lighter regulatory touch—traditionally applied to derivatives and commodities markets—may appeal to industry stakeholders seeking reduced barriers to innovation.

Former CFTC Chair Christopher Giancarlo, widely recognized as “Crypto Dad,” has expressed support for the agency’s expanded role.

“With adequate funding and under the right leadership, the CFTC could hit the ground running to begin regulating digital commodities on day one of Donald Trump’s presidency,” Fox Business reported, citing Giancarlo.

The proposal aligns with Republican priorities of fostering innovation and reducing regulatory hurdles. It also reflects dissatisfaction with the SEC’s enforcement-driven approach under outgoing Chair Gary Gensler, whose tenure was marked by aggressive crackdowns on cryptocurrency firms.

Addressing Regulatory Uncertainty

The SEC and CFTC have long debated the classification of digital assets, leading to fragmented and often conflicting oversight. While the SEC views most cryptocurrencies as securities, the CFTC treats Bitcoin and Ethereum as commodities. This inconsistency has created a regulatory gray area, stifling growth and driving crypto businesses to more accommodating jurisdictions.

If implemented, the plan could also mitigate disputes between the agencies. CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam previously asserted jurisdiction over Ethereum. Citing its trading as a futures contract, the agency has already demonstrated an appetite for broader involvement in digital asset regulation.

In tandem with the Trump administration’s push to empower the CFTC, a newly proposed bipartisan initiative—the “BRIDGE Digital Assets Act”—seeks to create a cooperative framework between the SEC and CFTC. Championed by Tennessee Congressman John Rose, this legislation introduces a joint advisory committee composed of 20 private sector representatives.

“The current heavy-handed, regulation-by-enforcement approach isn’t working and is instead encouraging investment in this key innovation overseas,” the bill states.

By fostering collaboration, the committee aims to harmonize regulatory policies and provide a clear path for industry and government partnerships. Such a cooperative approach could resolve past conflicts between the agencies.

For instance, the SEC’s 2023 declaration that all Proof-of-Stake (PoS) tokens were securities clashed with the CFTC’s treatment of Ethereum as a commodity. A unified framework would clarify jurisdictional authority, offering much-needed guidance to crypto firms and investors.

The crypto community has largely welcomed the idea of CFTC-led regulation, perceiving the agency as more accommodating than the SEC.

“The SEC will no longer be able to strangle the crypto market…Its [CFTC] activities are regulated more gently, since the derivatives markets are dominated by sophisticated institutional players who are better able to manage risks,” one user commented.

However, concerns remain about the CFTC’s capacity to handle expanded responsibilities. With an annual budget of $400 million and a staff of 700—substantially smaller than the SEC’s $2.4 billion budget and 5,300 employees—the CFTC would require significant funding and resources to oversee the crypto spot market effectively.

Additionally, some traditional CFTC constituencies, such as agricultural commodity traders, have voiced concerns about the potential spillover effects of the agency’s involvement in digital markets. Legislative language addressing these concerns will be critical to securing bipartisan support.

]]> XRP Price Prediction 2026: How XRP Could Reach $8 https://criptofiner.com/analysis/165-xrp-price-prediction-2026-how-xrp-could-reach-8.html https://criptofiner.com/analysis/165-xrp-price-prediction-2026-how-xrp-could-reach-8.html admin Sun, 18 Jan 2026 09:28:11 +0300

  • XRP could target $8 in 2026 as Ripple’s global expansion, regulatory clarity, DeFi growth, and rising institutional interest strengthen long-term demand.

  • Analysts say XRP holding above $2 shows accumulation, and a breakout past $3.40 could trigger a strong rally toward $7–$8.50 next cycle.

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  • XRP could target $8 in 2026 as Ripple’s global expansion, regulatory clarity, DeFi growth, and rising institutional interest strengthen long-term demand.

  • Analysts say XRP holding above $2 shows accumulation, and a breakout past $3.40 could trigger a strong rally toward $7–$8.50 next cycle.

    XRP could reach a new all-time high in 2026, with analysts increasingly pointing to the $8 level as a realistic long-term target. While some market commentators continue to promote extreme price forecasts, current market structure, fundamentals, and historical trends suggest that a move toward $8 is a more achievable scenario.

    At present, XRP price is trading near $2, meaning a rally to $8 would still represent a 4x return from current levels.

    Top Reasons Why XRP Price Rally is on Cards

    Ripple’s Expansion Strengthens XRP’s Long-Term Outlook

    One of the strongest reasons for a positive XRP price outlook in 2026 is Ripple’s fast global expansion. Ripple has spent over $4 billion acquiring major financial infrastructure firms. This has turned the company into a full-service digital asset provider.

    Key deals include G Treasury for treasury and liquidity management, Rail for global corporate payments, Palisade for digital asset custody, and Hidden Road, now Ripple Prime, for institutional prime brokerage services.

    Ripple also holds more than 75 global licenses. This makes it one of the most regulated crypto firms in the world. These moves are boosting real-world use of Ripple’s ecosystem. This directly supports long-term demand for XRP.

    Regulatory Clarity Could Boost XRP Price in 2026

    Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse recently highlighted progress on U.S. crypto market structure legislation, stating that regulatory clarity is better than continued uncertainty.

    Clearer rules could unlock greater institutional participation in crypto markets. For XRP, which has faced years of regulatory pressure, this would remove a major barrier to long-term growth.

    Improved regulation is a key factor behind optimistic XRP price predictions for 2026.

    XRP DeFi Growth Creates New Demand

    XRP is no longer just a trading asset. New DeFi platforms now allow holders to earn 8% to 12% yield by staking XRP on-chain. Earlier, most investors only held XRP on exchanges without earning income.

    These yield options encourage long-term holding, increase on-chain activity, and attract institutional players. As XRP’s real-world use grows, it builds a stronger case for higher prices in the next market cycle.

    Institutional Interest in XRP Products Is Rising

    Futures-based XRP investment products are gaining stronger demand than expected.

    Market analysts note that XRP futures launched after Solana’s but are already seeing higher interest levels, signaling growing institutional confidence.

    While XRP ETFs may not match Bitcoin ETF inflows, steady institutional accumulation can provide long-term price support into 2026.

    How XRP Price Can Reach $8 in 2026?

    Even after early investors sold over 200 million XRP, the price has stayed stable near $2. This shows strong buying interest from long-term holders. It is a classic sign of accumulation. As long as XRP trades between $1.90 and $3.40, analysts believe a solid base is forming for the next major breakout.

    Bitcoin dominance remains high near 58%. This means most capital is still concentrated in Bitcoin. Historically, once Bitcoin finishes a major rally, money rotates into large altcoins. This “altseason” effect has previously triggered strong XRP rallies. If Bitcoin hits new highs in the next cycle, XRP could benefit sharply.

    The $8 XRP price target is based on realistic market math, not hype. If Bitcoin climbs to $175,000 and the total crypto market reaches $5.7 trillion, and XRP captures 8% market share, its valuation supports a price between $7.70 and $8.50. This scenario assumes normal market growth, not extreme speculation.

    Technical Patterns Point to a Major Breakout

    XRP has spent years forming a strong long-term base. A clear breakout above $2.70, followed by a move past the all-time high near $3.40, could open the door for a rally toward $7 to $8.50. This target is based on past price patterns. Long consolidation periods often lead to sharp breakouts once key resistance levels are crossed.

    Short-term volatility and unexpected market events could still push XRP below $1.90 temporarily. However, analysts view deep pullbacks as long-term accumulation opportunities if XRP achieves new highs in 2026.


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  • XRP could target $8 in 2026 as Ripple’s global expansion, regulatory clarity, DeFi growth, and rising institutional interest strengthen long-term demand.

  • Analysts say XRP holding above $2 shows accumulation, and a breakout past $3.40 could trigger a strong rally toward $7–$8.50 next cycle.

    XRP could reach a new all-time high in 2026, with analysts increasingly pointing to the $8 level as a realistic long-term target. While some market commentators continue to promote extreme price forecasts, current market structure, fundamentals, and historical trends suggest that a move toward $8 is a more achievable scenario.

    At present, XRP price is trading near $2, meaning a rally to $8 would still represent a 4x return from current levels.

    Top Reasons Why XRP Price Rally is on Cards

    Ripple’s Expansion Strengthens XRP’s Long-Term Outlook

    One of the strongest reasons for a positive XRP price outlook in 2026 is Ripple’s fast global expansion. Ripple has spent over $4 billion acquiring major financial infrastructure firms. This has turned the company into a full-service digital asset provider.

    Key deals include G Treasury for treasury and liquidity management, Rail for global corporate payments, Palisade for digital asset custody, and Hidden Road, now Ripple Prime, for institutional prime brokerage services.

    Ripple also holds more than 75 global licenses. This makes it one of the most regulated crypto firms in the world. These moves are boosting real-world use of Ripple’s ecosystem. This directly supports long-term demand for XRP.

    Regulatory Clarity Could Boost XRP Price in 2026

    Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse recently highlighted progress on U.S. crypto market structure legislation, stating that regulatory clarity is better than continued uncertainty.

    Clearer rules could unlock greater institutional participation in crypto markets. For XRP, which has faced years of regulatory pressure, this would remove a major barrier to long-term growth.

    Improved regulation is a key factor behind optimistic XRP price predictions for 2026.

    XRP DeFi Growth Creates New Demand

    XRP is no longer just a trading asset. New DeFi platforms now allow holders to earn 8% to 12% yield by staking XRP on-chain. Earlier, most investors only held XRP on exchanges without earning income.

    These yield options encourage long-term holding, increase on-chain activity, and attract institutional players. As XRP’s real-world use grows, it builds a stronger case for higher prices in the next market cycle.

    Institutional Interest in XRP Products Is Rising

    Futures-based XRP investment products are gaining stronger demand than expected.

    Market analysts note that XRP futures launched after Solana’s but are already seeing higher interest levels, signaling growing institutional confidence.

    While XRP ETFs may not match Bitcoin ETF inflows, steady institutional accumulation can provide long-term price support into 2026.

    How XRP Price Can Reach $8 in 2026?

    Even after early investors sold over 200 million XRP, the price has stayed stable near $2. This shows strong buying interest from long-term holders. It is a classic sign of accumulation. As long as XRP trades between $1.90 and $3.40, analysts believe a solid base is forming for the next major breakout.

    Bitcoin dominance remains high near 58%. This means most capital is still concentrated in Bitcoin. Historically, once Bitcoin finishes a major rally, money rotates into large altcoins. This “altseason” effect has previously triggered strong XRP rallies. If Bitcoin hits new highs in the next cycle, XRP could benefit sharply.

    The $8 XRP price target is based on realistic market math, not hype. If Bitcoin climbs to $175,000 and the total crypto market reaches $5.7 trillion, and XRP captures 8% market share, its valuation supports a price between $7.70 and $8.50. This scenario assumes normal market growth, not extreme speculation.

    Technical Patterns Point to a Major Breakout

    XRP has spent years forming a strong long-term base. A clear breakout above $2.70, followed by a move past the all-time high near $3.40, could open the door for a rally toward $7 to $8.50. This target is based on past price patterns. Long consolidation periods often lead to sharp breakouts once key resistance levels are crossed.

    Short-term volatility and unexpected market events could still push XRP below $1.90 temporarily. However, analysts view deep pullbacks as long-term accumulation opportunities if XRP achieves new highs in 2026.


]]> Strategy ($MSTR) Stock Soars 10% Above $189 as Bitcoin Nears $100,000 https://criptofiner.com/analysis/159-strategy-mstr-stock-soars-10-above-189-as-bitcoin-nears-100000.html https://criptofiner.com/analysis/159-strategy-mstr-stock-soars-10-above-189-as-bitcoin-nears-100000.html admin Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:33:41 +0300 Strategy (MSTR) stock roared above $189 this morning as renewed bitcoin strength and continued corporate BTC purchases drove demand. Shares of Strategy ($MSTR) surged more than 10% Wednesday morning, briefly climbing above $189 per share, as investors piled back into the bitcoin treasury trade.

]]> Strategy (MSTR) stock roared above $189 this morning as renewed bitcoin strength and continued corporate BTC purchases drove demand. Shares of Strategy ($MSTR) surged more than 10% Wednesday morning, briefly climbing above $189 per share, as investors piled back into the bitcoin treasury trade.

The move caps a volatile stretch for the stock following sharp drawdowns earlier this month.

Strategy, which holds the largest bitcoin position of any public company, has seen its equity trade as a high-beta proxy for bitcoin, with gains and losses often magnified relative to spot price movements.

As bitcoin pushed toward the upper end of its recent range near $97,000, MSTR followed with a rapid upside move that outpaced the broader equity market.

The rally builds on momentum that began late last week after Strategy disclosed another large bitcoin purchase, adding more than 13,000 BTC to its balance sheet.

The acquisition lifted the company’s total holdings to roughly 687,000 bitcoin, reinforcing its long-stated approach of accumulating BTC through a mix of operating cash flow, equity issuance, and capital markets activity.

Executive Chairman Michael Saylor has framed the strategy as a long-term bet on bitcoin as a superior store of value and a treasury reserve asset.

Market participants say the size and consistency of Strategy’s purchases have helped re-anchor the bull case for the stock after weeks of pressure tied to bitcoin’s pullback and concerns around dilution.

While critics continue to point to leverage risk and accounting volatility, supporters argue that Strategy’s balance sheet has become one of the most direct institutional on-ramps to bitcoin exposure in public markets.

Sentiment also improved following signs of insider confidence. A recent open-market purchase by a company director marked the first such buy in several years, standing out in a period when insider activity had largely consisted of scheduled sales.

Strategy’s recent MSCI drama

Structural factors added to the rebound. Earlier this month, index provider MSCI opted not to remove bitcoin-focused treasury companies from certain benchmarks, easing fears of forced selling by passive funds.

That decision reduced near-term downside risk for Strategy, which has grown increasingly sensitive to index flows as its market capitalization expanded during bitcoin’s 2024 and 2025 rallies.

Still, Strategy’s model remains closely tied to bitcoin volatility. The company reported large unrealized losses in prior quarters as accounting rules required it to mark down bitcoin holdings during price declines.

Those losses reversed only when prices recovered, creating earnings swings that traditional equity investors often struggle to price.

Wednesday’s jump above $189 highlights the reflexive nature of the trade. As bitcoin strengthens, Strategy’s equity also strengthens and attracts momentum-driven capital seeking leveraged exposure.


]]> Strategy (MSTR) stock roared above $189 this morning as renewed bitcoin strength and continued corporate BTC purchases drove demand. Shares of Strategy ($MSTR) surged more than 10% Wednesday morning, briefly climbing above $189 per share, as investors piled back into the bitcoin treasury trade.

The move caps a volatile stretch for the stock following sharp drawdowns earlier this month.

Strategy, which holds the largest bitcoin position of any public company, has seen its equity trade as a high-beta proxy for bitcoin, with gains and losses often magnified relative to spot price movements.

As bitcoin pushed toward the upper end of its recent range near $97,000, MSTR followed with a rapid upside move that outpaced the broader equity market.

The rally builds on momentum that began late last week after Strategy disclosed another large bitcoin purchase, adding more than 13,000 BTC to its balance sheet.

The acquisition lifted the company’s total holdings to roughly 687,000 bitcoin, reinforcing its long-stated approach of accumulating BTC through a mix of operating cash flow, equity issuance, and capital markets activity.

Executive Chairman Michael Saylor has framed the strategy as a long-term bet on bitcoin as a superior store of value and a treasury reserve asset.

Market participants say the size and consistency of Strategy’s purchases have helped re-anchor the bull case for the stock after weeks of pressure tied to bitcoin’s pullback and concerns around dilution.

While critics continue to point to leverage risk and accounting volatility, supporters argue that Strategy’s balance sheet has become one of the most direct institutional on-ramps to bitcoin exposure in public markets.

Sentiment also improved following signs of insider confidence. A recent open-market purchase by a company director marked the first such buy in several years, standing out in a period when insider activity had largely consisted of scheduled sales.

Strategy’s recent MSCI drama

Structural factors added to the rebound. Earlier this month, index provider MSCI opted not to remove bitcoin-focused treasury companies from certain benchmarks, easing fears of forced selling by passive funds.

That decision reduced near-term downside risk for Strategy, which has grown increasingly sensitive to index flows as its market capitalization expanded during bitcoin’s 2024 and 2025 rallies.

Still, Strategy’s model remains closely tied to bitcoin volatility. The company reported large unrealized losses in prior quarters as accounting rules required it to mark down bitcoin holdings during price declines.

Those losses reversed only when prices recovered, creating earnings swings that traditional equity investors often struggle to price.

Wednesday’s jump above $189 highlights the reflexive nature of the trade. As bitcoin strengthens, Strategy’s equity also strengthens and attracts momentum-driven capital seeking leveraged exposure.


]]> Australia fined cryptocurrency exchange operator Kraken $5.1 million https://criptofiner.com/main/105-австралия-выписала-штраф-в-размере-51-млн-оператору-криптовалютной-биржи-kraken.html https://criptofiner.com/main/105-австралия-выписала-штраф-в-размере-51-млн-оператору-криптовалютной-биржи-kraken.html admin Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:04:19 +0300

Australia's Federal Court has ordered local cryptocurrency exchange operator Kraken to pay a fine of A$8 million (US$5.1 million), according to Australia's corporate watchdog Reuters.

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Australia's Federal Court has ordered local cryptocurrency exchange operator Kraken to pay a fine of A$8 million (US$5.1 million), according to Australia's corporate watchdog Reuters.

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) last year brought civil proceedings against Bit Trade, which operates the Kraken exchange in Australia, for failing to comply with the rules for yourMargin Trading Product.

ASIC stated that Bit Trade failed to identify the right customers for a new margin trading product, resulting in losses of more than $5 million.

"Bit Trade released its product and made it available to over 1,100 Australians who were charged over $7 million in fees and interest without first checking whether the product was suitable for them," the statement said.ASIC.

Product Bit Trade enables enhanced margin, a form of credit or loan that can be issued and repaid in either digital assets such as Bitcoin or national currencies such as US dollars.

The regulator, however, said the fine was the first of its kind against an organization that had not defined its target market.

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Australia's Federal Court has ordered local cryptocurrency exchange operator Kraken to pay a fine of A$8 million (US$5.1 million), according to Australia's corporate watchdog Reuters.

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) last year brought civil proceedings against Bit Trade, which operates the Kraken exchange in Australia, for failing to comply with the rules for yourMargin Trading Product.

ASIC stated that Bit Trade failed to identify the right customers for a new margin trading product, resulting in losses of more than $5 million.

"Bit Trade released its product and made it available to over 1,100 Australians who were charged over $7 million in fees and interest without first checking whether the product was suitable for them," the statement said.ASIC.

Product Bit Trade enables enhanced margin, a form of credit or loan that can be issued and repaid in either digital assets such as Bitcoin or national currencies such as US dollars.

The regulator, however, said the fine was the first of its kind against an organization that had not defined its target market.

]]> Bitcoin Bears Hold $94K Resistance as Price Drops to $90,891 Weekly Close https://criptofiner.com/analysis/153-bitcoin-bears-hold-94k-resistance-as-price-drops-to-90891-weekly-close.html https://criptofiner.com/analysis/153-bitcoin-bears-hold-94k-resistance-as-price-drops-to-90891-weekly-close.html admin Tue, 13 Jan 2026 10:39:56 +0300 Bitcoin buyers made a nice push to $94,000 resistance again last week, but the price promptly sold off again from this level to close the week out at $90,891.

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Bitcoin Price Weekly Outlook

Bitcoin buyers made a nice push to $94,000 resistance again last week, but the price promptly sold off again from this level to close the week out at $90,891. Sunday’s close gave us a doji candle, indicating indecision and a potential reversal back in the bears’ favor. The bulls are once again looking lethargic as they lack the follow-through necessary to overtake resistance. Bears are in the driver’s seat heading into this week. Look for them to try to push the price down through the $87,000 support level to make another attempt at breaking $84,000 support.

Key Support and Resistance Levels Now

The bulls are looking for support at the $87,000 level to hold if bears manage to keep the push lower going here. $84,000 still sits as strong support below here, but will weaken with any further pressure. If the bears can manage to break this support, the price is sure to accelerate down to the low $70,000 area, with a close below $68,000 required to lose this support level. Below this zone, bulls will look to gain some sort of strength off the 0.618 Fibonacci retracement at $58,000.

Bears will look to defend the $91,400 level as resistance over the short term here. The resistance at $94,000 has done its job so far, but it will be under heavy pressure if bulls can muster the strength to get the price back up there. Above $94,000, there is a resistance zone that stretches from $98,000 up to $103,500. Above here, we have another resistance zone from $106,000 up to $109,000 at the 0.618 Fibonacci retracement from the drop from the top down to $80,000.

Outlook For This Week

Wounded bulls need some help to hang on to momentum this week. Look for the bears to push the price down to $87,000 early in the week and possibly below it. Bulls will try to stop the price from closing any days below $87,000. If the bears manage a daily close below here, $84,000 support will be under heavy threat, and the bulls will need buyers to step up to the plate with some big volume to hold this support level once again.

Market mood: Bearish – After a weekly shooting star doji candle close, the bulls’ momentum has faded. The bears have tilted control slightly in their favor to start this week.

The next few weeks
Price action may remain choppy and confined within a range over the next few weeks. Bulls need to see a close above $94,000 to break above this range and look for upward momentum, while bears need to see a close below $84,000 to try to break down below this major support level. Between $94,000 and $84,000 is now a neutral zone, where bulls and bears may battle back and forth. Neither side is poised to take firm control of the price action until either of these boundaries is broken.

Terminology Guide:

Bulls/Bullish: Buyers or investors expecting the price to go higher.

Bears/Bearish: Sellers or investors expecting the price to go lower.

Support or support level: A level at which the price should hold for the asset, at least initially. The more touches on support, the weaker it gets and the more likely it is to fail to hold the price.

Resistance or resistance level: Opposite of support. The level that is likely to reject the price, at least initially. The more touches at resistance, the weaker it gets and the more likely it is to fail to hold back the price.

Shooting Star Candle: A candlestick that occurs after an uptrend, marked by a long wick upwards above the candle body and a smaller wick (or no wick) to the downside. The long wick up indicates strong selling near the highs. This candle can often indicate the end of an uptrend.

Doji Candle: A candlestick that closes at nearly the same price at which it opened. This candle indicates indecision, and can signal a reversal in price action if it occurs after an uptrend or downtrend.

Fibonacci Retracements and Extensions: Ratios based on what is known as the golden ratio, a universal ratio pertaining to growth and decay cycles in nature. The golden ratio is based on the constants Phi (1.618) and phi (0.618).

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Bitcoin Price Weekly Outlook

Bitcoin buyers made a nice push to $94,000 resistance again last week, but the price promptly sold off again from this level to close the week out at $90,891. Sunday’s close gave us a doji candle, indicating indecision and a potential reversal back in the bears’ favor. The bulls are once again looking lethargic as they lack the follow-through necessary to overtake resistance. Bears are in the driver’s seat heading into this week. Look for them to try to push the price down through the $87,000 support level to make another attempt at breaking $84,000 support.

Key Support and Resistance Levels Now

The bulls are looking for support at the $87,000 level to hold if bears manage to keep the push lower going here. $84,000 still sits as strong support below here, but will weaken with any further pressure. If the bears can manage to break this support, the price is sure to accelerate down to the low $70,000 area, with a close below $68,000 required to lose this support level. Below this zone, bulls will look to gain some sort of strength off the 0.618 Fibonacci retracement at $58,000.

Bears will look to defend the $91,400 level as resistance over the short term here. The resistance at $94,000 has done its job so far, but it will be under heavy pressure if bulls can muster the strength to get the price back up there. Above $94,000, there is a resistance zone that stretches from $98,000 up to $103,500. Above here, we have another resistance zone from $106,000 up to $109,000 at the 0.618 Fibonacci retracement from the drop from the top down to $80,000.

Outlook For This Week

Wounded bulls need some help to hang on to momentum this week. Look for the bears to push the price down to $87,000 early in the week and possibly below it. Bulls will try to stop the price from closing any days below $87,000. If the bears manage a daily close below here, $84,000 support will be under heavy threat, and the bulls will need buyers to step up to the plate with some big volume to hold this support level once again.

Market mood: Bearish – After a weekly shooting star doji candle close, the bulls’ momentum has faded. The bears have tilted control slightly in their favor to start this week.

The next few weeks
Price action may remain choppy and confined within a range over the next few weeks. Bulls need to see a close above $94,000 to break above this range and look for upward momentum, while bears need to see a close below $84,000 to try to break down below this major support level. Between $94,000 and $84,000 is now a neutral zone, where bulls and bears may battle back and forth. Neither side is poised to take firm control of the price action until either of these boundaries is broken.

Terminology Guide:

Bulls/Bullish: Buyers or investors expecting the price to go higher.

Bears/Bearish: Sellers or investors expecting the price to go lower.

Support or support level: A level at which the price should hold for the asset, at least initially. The more touches on support, the weaker it gets and the more likely it is to fail to hold the price.

Resistance or resistance level: Opposite of support. The level that is likely to reject the price, at least initially. The more touches at resistance, the weaker it gets and the more likely it is to fail to hold back the price.

Shooting Star Candle: A candlestick that occurs after an uptrend, marked by a long wick upwards above the candle body and a smaller wick (or no wick) to the downside. The long wick up indicates strong selling near the highs. This candle can often indicate the end of an uptrend.

Doji Candle: A candlestick that closes at nearly the same price at which it opened. This candle indicates indecision, and can signal a reversal in price action if it occurs after an uptrend or downtrend.

Fibonacci Retracements and Extensions: Ratios based on what is known as the golden ratio, a universal ratio pertaining to growth and decay cycles in nature. The golden ratio is based on the constants Phi (1.618) and phi (0.618).

]]> Fraudsters Received Almost $10 Billion: Which Crypto Systems Bring Them Most Profit? https://criptofiner.com/main/126-мошенники-получили-почти-10-млрд-какие-криптосхемы-приносят-им-наибольшую-прибыль.html https://criptofiner.com/main/126-мошенники-получили-почти-10-млрд-какие-криптосхемы-приносят-им-наибольшую-прибыль.html admin Mon, 12 Jan 2026 09:23:19 +0300

In 2024, crypto scammers received at least $9.9 billion.The most common schemes remain Financial pyramid and romance scams, which continue to bring billions of dollars in revenue to fraudsters.

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In 2024, crypto scammers received at least $9.9 billion.The most common schemes remain Financial pyramid and romance scams, which continue to bring billions of dollars in revenue to fraudsters.

This was reported by analytics firm Chainalysis. Experts note that this amount may increase as new illegal addresses linked to financial fraud are identified throughout the year.

One of the most popular schemes remains high-yield investment fraud (HYIS), based on the principles of the financial pyramid. In 2024, this scheme is responsible for 50.2% of all funds received by fraudsters, although its share in the total fraud volume decreased by 36.6% compared to 2023.

At the same time, the so-called pig slaughter, also known as romance fraud, is becoming increasingly popular. Its share of the total fraud volume increased by 40% and reached 33.2%. In this scheme, attackers build trusting, often romantic relationships with victims and then convince them to invest in fictitious cryptocurrency platforms or fundsinvest.

Analysts note that fraudsters are actively using artificial intelligence to enhance their schemes. Generative neural networks help them create fake documents for verification on exchanges and financial services. According to Alterya, 85% of fraud cases involve accounts that traditional identity verification systems successfullybypass.

Most illegally obtained funds are transferred to centralized exchanges (CEX). However, decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols are also actively used, including on the Ethereum, Tron and Solana blockchains. In addition, since mid-2023, the role of the Huione Guarantee platform has increased, facilitating not only money laundering, but also a wide range of illegal services forprovides crypto criminals.

Given the scale of fraud, financial regulators and analytics firms are stepping up their efforts to combat cryptocrime. They are using artificial intelligence and new methods to identify suspicious transactions and thus track illicit cash flows more effectively.

Какие самые распространенные мошеннические схемы

Although preliminary estimates indicate some decline in fraudsters' income in 2024, the actual numbers could be record-breaking. Analysts note an average growth of 24% in fraudulent revenue in the annual reporting period. Thus, losses to victims of crypto fraudsters could exceed $12 billion by the end of the year.

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In 2024, crypto scammers received at least $9.9 billion.The most common schemes remain Financial pyramid and romance scams, which continue to bring billions of dollars in revenue to fraudsters.

This was reported by analytics firm Chainalysis. Experts note that this amount may increase as new illegal addresses linked to financial fraud are identified throughout the year.

One of the most popular schemes remains high-yield investment fraud (HYIS), based on the principles of the financial pyramid. In 2024, this scheme is responsible for 50.2% of all funds received by fraudsters, although its share in the total fraud volume decreased by 36.6% compared to 2023.

At the same time, the so-called pig slaughter, also known as romance fraud, is becoming increasingly popular. Its share of the total fraud volume increased by 40% and reached 33.2%. In this scheme, attackers build trusting, often romantic relationships with victims and then convince them to invest in fictitious cryptocurrency platforms or fundsinvest.

Analysts note that fraudsters are actively using artificial intelligence to enhance their schemes. Generative neural networks help them create fake documents for verification on exchanges and financial services. According to Alterya, 85% of fraud cases involve accounts that traditional identity verification systems successfullybypass.

Most illegally obtained funds are transferred to centralized exchanges (CEX). However, decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols are also actively used, including on the Ethereum, Tron and Solana blockchains. In addition, since mid-2023, the role of the Huione Guarantee platform has increased, facilitating not only money laundering, but also a wide range of illegal services forprovides crypto criminals.

Given the scale of fraud, financial regulators and analytics firms are stepping up their efforts to combat cryptocrime. They are using artificial intelligence and new methods to identify suspicious transactions and thus track illicit cash flows more effectively.

Какие самые распространенные мошеннические схемы

Although preliminary estimates indicate some decline in fraudsters' income in 2024, the actual numbers could be record-breaking. Analysts note an average growth of 24% in fraudulent revenue in the annual reporting period. Thus, losses to victims of crypto fraudsters could exceed $12 billion by the end of the year.

]]> The newly released Libdogecoin could open a whole new chapter in the Dogecoin ecosystem https://criptofiner.com/main/120-недавно-выпущенный-libdogecoin-может-открыть-совершенно-новую-главу-в-экосистеме-dogecoin.html https://criptofiner.com/main/120-недавно-выпущенный-libdogecoin-может-открыть-совершенно-новую-главу-в-экосистеме-dogecoin.html admin Mon, 12 Jan 2026 09:23:18 +0300
DOGE developer Shafil ALAM reported that he has successfully compiled Libdogecoin for Android and iOS devices.The director of the Dogecoin FoundationTimothy STEBBING commented on this post that it demonstrates Libdogecoin's ability to carry Dogecoin developments into new areas and offers many opportunities to create new Doge applications.

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DOGE developer Shafil ALAM reported that he has successfully compiled Libdogecoin for Android and iOS devices.The director of the Dogecoin FoundationTimothy STEBBING commented on this post that it demonstrates Libdogecoin's ability to carry Dogecoin developments into new areas and offers many opportunities to create new Doge applications.

Libdogecoin v0.1, a Dogecoin building block C library that enables direct and easy integration of Dogecoin into various platforms without requiring developers to have extensive blockchain knowledge, was recently released in early August, according to an announcement by core developer Michi LUMIN. Libdogecoin makes it easy for everyonemake to develop a product that conforms to the Dogecoin standard as it is a pure library without the ability to “run” a node.

The introduction that follows the integration highlights the Dogecoin Foundation's core, utility-focused approach. This is believed to be possible by supporting the community's ability to innovate by exposing Dogecoin's core functionality as a simple C library with bindings for multiple languages. Libdogecoin also serves as the foundation for projects such as RadioDoge and GigaWallet that aim toTo bring Dogecoin ecosystem to a state ready for rapid mass adoption.

Image: Watcher Guru

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DOGE developer Shafil ALAM reported that he has successfully compiled Libdogecoin for Android and iOS devices.The director of the Dogecoin FoundationTimothy STEBBING commented on this post that it demonstrates Libdogecoin's ability to carry Dogecoin developments into new areas and offers many opportunities to create new Doge applications.

Libdogecoin v0.1, a Dogecoin building block C library that enables direct and easy integration of Dogecoin into various platforms without requiring developers to have extensive blockchain knowledge, was recently released in early August, according to an announcement by core developer Michi LUMIN. Libdogecoin makes it easy for everyonemake to develop a product that conforms to the Dogecoin standard as it is a pure library without the ability to “run” a node.

The introduction that follows the integration highlights the Dogecoin Foundation's core, utility-focused approach. This is believed to be possible by supporting the community's ability to innovate by exposing Dogecoin's core functionality as a simple C library with bindings for multiple languages. Libdogecoin also serves as the foundation for projects such as RadioDoge and GigaWallet that aim toTo bring Dogecoin ecosystem to a state ready for rapid mass adoption.

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The idea of ​​high-frequency trading (a type of algorithmic trading in which the search for trading opportunities occurs thanks to special computer algorithms, trading robots) arose back in 1989. The author of this method of using high-performance computers for stock trading and increasing the return on capital is considered to be Stephen Sawson, who, together withHis partners Jim Hawkes and David Whitcomb founded the first automated trading company - Automated Trading Desk.

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The idea of ​​high-frequency trading (a type of algorithmic trading in which the search for trading opportunities occurs thanks to special computer algorithms, trading robots) arose back in 1989. The author of this method of using high-performance computers for stock trading and increasing returns on capital is considered to be Stephen Sawson, who, together with his partners Jim Hawkes and David Whitcomb, founded the first automated trading company - Automated Trading Desk.

However, this type of trading officially began in 1998, when the US Securities and Exchange Commission permitted the use of electronic devices in stock market trading to transmit, receive and process orders.

Algorithmic trading has gained popularity both in the foreign exchange market and in the stock and derivatives markets, as well as among institutional investors who work in hedge funds and seek large capital turnover in order to make speculative profits. With the development of the crypto industry, high-frequency trading is actively used in this area. The largest and most reliable cryptocurrency exchanges, including Bitfinex and Poloniex, even promote this type of trading, among other things because they are responsible for each transactionreceive a commission regardless of whether the client loses or makes money. According to some data, high-frequency trading accounts for up to 40% of stock trading volume in the US and about 80% in the crypto industry.

It should be noted that high-frequency trading (HFT) is only intraday trading and all investor positions must be closed by the end of the session. However, this type of trading has a number of advantages: transactions are executed at the highest speed, information is processed incredibly quickly, and the placement and cancellation of orders also occurs almost instantaneously (transactions are opened and closed in tenths and sometimes hundredths of a second).Among the big onesAdvantages of such trading also include the opportunity to check the effectiveness of a trading strategy and achieve larger profits per unit of time.

In addition, the automation of work allows the investor to save a lot of time and provides the opportunity to trade on several platforms at the same time. At the same time, unlike people, trading robots are devoid of emotions, which often prevent traders from making informed decisions. Virtual traders are always one step ahead because they are able to quickly and in a timely manner see what a normal investor cannot see on their platformIdentify trading triggers that may go undetected by others, even experienced traders.

The key competencies of a high-frequency trader therefore include: hedging risks, automating processes, searching for market inefficiencies, high transaction speed, data analysis, ensuring stable profit growth over long distances, and searching for market patterns. At the same time, such a trader completely lacks professional burnout.

However, to use high-frequency trading, an investor cannot use a regular computer with standard programs installed. This type of trading requires high performance, as well as the installation of special software, which requires significant investments.At Finam broker you can rent a virtual PC.Connect to the stock exchange using your own trading robot.Choose between renting a personal computer and a virtual server in the colocation zone of the Moscow Stock Exchange with a speed of 10 Gbit/s.

High-frequency trading can be learned at any age, but to understand it you need perseverance, persistence and attention. All this can bring tremendous results, as it greatly simplifies the investment process. A trader who has learned this type of trading analyzes the algorithm throughout the day, monitors changes in the operation of the exchange, examines new opportunities or looks for new inefficiencies, sets the predetermined rules and then loads them into the algorithm.After giving authority to the robothas delegated, the trader can do whatever he wants, or even sleep, and the robot executes transactions according to a ready-made scheme. Since the robot can handle more tools than a person in a day, the return on investment is many times higher.

Despite the fact that algorithmic trading offers huge advantages that allow you to increase trading profits and reduce the burden on the investor, robots still have their problems and this type of trading carries certain risks. One such risk is an unexpected failure of the exchange or algorithms, as a result of which the trader can suffer large losses (since robots carry out a large number of transactions in a short period of time). One such example is the history of the hedge fundKnight Capital, which took place in August 2012. Due to a technical error in the trading algorithm, the fund lost about $ 460 million in literally 40 minutes. To minimize such risks, risk control is required - market participants must monitor the quality of their algorithms and regularly carry out professional audits.

In addition, an unexpected loss of Internet connection can also cause a disruption in the algorithm. In this context, HFT data transmission technologies are of great importance. For HFT robots, where every microsecond of delay is crucial, microwave communication is faster than fiber optic communication and connects large financial centers. For this reason, many HFT companies use microwave technology to achieve a speed advantage. In this case, the optimal solution may include both technologies at the same time: microwave forcritical connections and fiber optic for the transmission of large amounts of data as a backup channel.

For investors using algorithmic and HFT trading, Finam broker provides direct access to exchanges using a range of DMA services.Direct Market Access allows you to send orders directly to the exchange and receive market information directly from trading platforms without using the broker's trading systems. This set of services allows quick execution of orders and access to market data - 1000-5000 times faster than a standard connection through a brokerage system.Exchanges are accessed in less than 50 microseconds.

At the same time, the trader can get access through proprietary and universal protocols, and margin trading is also available with post-trade collateral control and accounting technologies.It is worth noting that other advantages of direct access to exchanges include: asingle connection point to all markets of the Moscow Stock Exchange, low network latency when accessing markets and the ability to establish a redundant connection.

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The idea of ​​high-frequency trading (a type of algorithmic trading in which the search for trading opportunities occurs thanks to special computer algorithms, trading robots) arose back in 1989. The author of this method of using high-performance computers for stock trading and increasing returns on capital is considered to be Stephen Sawson, who, together with his partners Jim Hawkes and David Whitcomb, founded the first automated trading company - Automated Trading Desk.

However, this type of trading officially began in 1998, when the US Securities and Exchange Commission permitted the use of electronic devices in stock market trading to transmit, receive and process orders.

Algorithmic trading has gained popularity both in the foreign exchange market and in the stock and derivatives markets, as well as among institutional investors who work in hedge funds and seek large capital turnover in order to make speculative profits. With the development of the crypto industry, high-frequency trading is actively used in this area. The largest and most reliable cryptocurrency exchanges, including Bitfinex and Poloniex, even promote this type of trading, among other things because they are responsible for each transactionreceive a commission regardless of whether the client loses or makes money. According to some data, high-frequency trading accounts for up to 40% of stock trading volume in the US and about 80% in the crypto industry.

It should be noted that high-frequency trading (HFT) is only intraday trading and all investor positions must be closed by the end of the session. However, this type of trading has a number of advantages: transactions are executed at the highest speed, information is processed incredibly quickly, and the placement and cancellation of orders also occurs almost instantaneously (transactions are opened and closed in tenths and sometimes hundredths of a second).Among the big onesAdvantages of such trading also include the opportunity to check the effectiveness of a trading strategy and achieve larger profits per unit of time.

In addition, the automation of work allows the investor to save a lot of time and provides the opportunity to trade on several platforms at the same time. At the same time, unlike people, trading robots are devoid of emotions, which often prevent traders from making informed decisions. Virtual traders are always one step ahead because they are able to quickly and in a timely manner see what a normal investor cannot see on their platformIdentify trading triggers that may go undetected by others, even experienced traders.

The key competencies of a high-frequency trader therefore include: hedging risks, automating processes, searching for market inefficiencies, high transaction speed, data analysis, ensuring stable profit growth over long distances, and searching for market patterns. At the same time, such a trader completely lacks professional burnout.

However, to use high-frequency trading, an investor cannot use a regular computer with standard programs installed. This type of trading requires high performance, as well as the installation of special software, which requires significant investments.At Finam broker you can rent a virtual PC.Connect to the stock exchange using your own trading robot.Choose between renting a personal computer and a virtual server in the colocation zone of the Moscow Stock Exchange with a speed of 10 Gbit/s.

High-frequency trading can be learned at any age, but to understand it you need perseverance, persistence and attention. All this can bring tremendous results, as it greatly simplifies the investment process. A trader who has learned this type of trading analyzes the algorithm throughout the day, monitors changes in the operation of the exchange, examines new opportunities or looks for new inefficiencies, sets the predetermined rules and then loads them into the algorithm.After giving authority to the robothas delegated, the trader can do whatever he wants, or even sleep, and the robot executes transactions according to a ready-made scheme. Since the robot can handle more tools than a person in a day, the return on investment is many times higher.

Despite the fact that algorithmic trading offers huge advantages that allow you to increase trading profits and reduce the burden on the investor, robots still have their problems and this type of trading carries certain risks. One such risk is an unexpected failure of the exchange or algorithms, as a result of which the trader can suffer large losses (since robots carry out a large number of transactions in a short period of time). One such example is the history of the hedge fundKnight Capital, which took place in August 2012. Due to a technical error in the trading algorithm, the fund lost about $ 460 million in literally 40 minutes. To minimize such risks, risk control is required - market participants must monitor the quality of their algorithms and regularly carry out professional audits.

In addition, an unexpected loss of Internet connection can also cause a disruption in the algorithm. In this context, HFT data transmission technologies are of great importance. For HFT robots, where every microsecond of delay is crucial, microwave communication is faster than fiber optic communication and connects large financial centers. For this reason, many HFT companies use microwave technology to achieve a speed advantage. In this case, the optimal solution may include both technologies at the same time: microwave forcritical connections and fiber optic for the transmission of large amounts of data as a backup channel.

For investors using algorithmic and HFT trading, Finam broker provides direct access to exchanges using a range of DMA services.Direct Market Access allows you to send orders directly to the exchange and receive market information directly from trading platforms without using the broker's trading systems. This set of services allows quick execution of orders and access to market data - 1000-5000 times faster than a standard connection through a brokerage system.Exchanges are accessed in less than 50 microseconds.

At the same time, the trader can get access through proprietary and universal protocols, and margin trading is also available with post-trade collateral control and accounting technologies.It is worth noting that other advantages of direct access to exchanges include: asingle connection point to all markets of the Moscow Stock Exchange, low network latency when accessing markets and the ability to establish a redundant connection.

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