Day: January 5, 2026

Jupiter launches JupUSD stablecoin backed by BlackRock’s BUIDL and USDC reserves

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Key Takeaways Jupiter has introduced the JupUSD stablecoin, backed by BlackRock’s BUIDL and USDC, to serve as universal collateral across its platforms. Jupiter will integrate JupUSD across its suite, including lending vaults, DCA tools, perps collateral, and prediction market settlement. Share this article Jupiter, a Solana-based decentralized exchange aggregator, has launched JupUSD, a reserve-backed stablecoin pegged to the US dollar designed to serve as unified collateral across its entire product ecosystem. The token is built with infrastructure from Ethena Labs and secured through institutional-grade custody via Porto by Anchorage Digital.…

Shiba Inu (SHIB) Surges 15% Weekly: What Are the Next Targets?

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The opening days of 2026 have so far been generous to the cryptocurrency market, with the meme coin sector leading the uptrend. Shiba Inu (SHIB) has jumped by 15% over the past week, and now the question is whether this rally is sustainable and how high the price can go. Further Gains Incoming? Just hours ago, the self-proclaimed Dogecoin killer was close to erasing a zero from its price, reaching approximately $0.00000935 (according to CoinGecko’s data), marking the highest point since mid-November. SHIB Price, Source: CoinGecko Its uptick comes on…

Bitcoin hits $94K after $420M in liquidations and geopolitical risk bid

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Key Takeaways Bitcoin surged past $94,000 as over $420 million in total liquidations hit the market in the past 24 hours. The rally gained strength after the US military captured Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro, boosting the safe haven narrative. Share this article Bitcoin surged past $94,000 on Monday, fueled by over $420 million in leveraged liquidations over the past 24 hours, according to CoinGlass data. The rally began on Thursday as the new year kicked off and gained momentum over the weekend following news that the US military had captured Venezuelan…

XRP crosses $2.2 after surging 18% over the past week

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Key Takeaways XRP has exceeded $2.2, marking an 18% rise over the past week. XRP investment products attracted $3.7 billion in inflows last year, a 500% increase that stood out even as Bitcoin inflows softened and sentiment toward most altcoins faded. Share this article XRP surged past $2.2 on Monday, extending its rally amid a market-wide rebound, according to CoinMarketCap. The token has climbed 18% over the past week as a fresh wave of investor interest drives prices higher. At press time, XRP was changing hands above $2.2, up about…

Analyst Updates XRP Price Prediction: Why $16 Is Still On The Table

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A crypto analyst who previously predicted that the XRP price could rise toward $16 has now updated his outlook to a higher target. According to the revised projection, XRP is preparing to rally above $18, a level that would represent a staggering 369% surge from its current all-time high of about $3.84 Updated XRP Price Forecast Eyes Breakout Above $16 Crypto market analyst ChartNerd has updated his XRP price outlook from a previous analysis, reinforcing his bullish stance while outlining two potential market scenarios. He described the structure in his…

Taisu Ventures and Keio FinTEK Center Launch Keio ChainHack 2026 Focused on Web3 Innovation

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[PRESS RELEASE – Singapore, Singapore, January 5th, 2026] Taisu Ventures, a global Web3 venture capital firm, today announced Keio ChainHack 2026, a one-day pitch and hackathon co-hosted with the Keio FinTEK Center. The event forms part of Taisu Ventures’ broader initiative to support early-stage builders working at the intersection of blockchain infrastructure, regulation, and real-world adoption. Keio ChainHack 2026 will bring together students, founders, academics, and investors to explore practical applications of blockchain technology and on-chain economic systems. Participation and attendance details are available at https://luma.com/e0pbv2og. Alongside the event announcement,…

American Bitcoin boosts holdings with 329 Bitcoin purchase

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Key Takeaways American Bitcoin added 329 BTC to its treasury, bringing total holdings to 5,427 BTC. The firm now holds more Bitcoin than KindlyMD (5,398 BTC) and Semler Scientific (5,048 BTC). Share this article American Bitcoin, a cryptocurrency mining and acquisition firm backed by members of the Trump family, added 329 Bitcoin to its treasury today, bringing its total holdings to 5,427 BTC. The company operates as a subsidiary of Hut 8 Corp. The purchase pushes American Bitcoin ahead of other major corporate holders, including KindlyMD (5,398 BTC) and Semler…

Grayscale declares first staking payout for US Ethereum ETP

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Grayscale has declared a staking rewards distribution for its Ethereum Staking exchange-traded fund (ETF), the first time a US-listed spot crypto exchange-traded product (ETP) has scheduled a payout tied to onchain staking activity. Grayscale Ethereum Trust ETF (ETHE) shareholders will receive about $0.08 per share from proceeds of the sale of staking rewards, with the payout scheduled for Tuesday based on holdings recorded at market close on Monday. Grayscale activated staking for its Ethereum products on Oct. 6, with staking conducted through institutional custodians and third-party validator providers. The move made…

Crypto.com granted conditional approval to operate as a VASP in the Cayman Islands

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Key Takeaways Crypto.com has received conditional approval from the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority for its Virtual Asset Service Provider license. The milestone follows their previous VASP registration in 2022. Share this article Crypto.com has obtained conditional approval to operate as a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) in the Cayman Islands, according to a Monday announcement. The license will enable the exchange to broaden its institutional offerings in the market. The Cayman Islands introduced registration requirements for crypto firms in 2020, and Crypto.com completed that process in 2022. In April 2025,…