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Farcaster co-founder Dan Romero moved to quell speculation about the project’s future, saying the protocol is not shutting down following its acquisition by infrastructure provider Neynar.Farcaster is a decentralized social networking protocol that allows developers to build interoperable social apps where users own their identities, social graphs and connections onchain rather than being locked into a single platform.In a post addressing the community, Romero said Farcaster remains operational and continues to see meaningful usage, citing its 250,000 active monthly users in December and more than 100,000 funded wallets.He said Neynar, a venture-backed startup that has long built infrastructure on Farcaster,…

21Shares has announced the launch of the first spot DOGE Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) backed by the Dogecoin Foundation, aiming to offer investors regulated, physically backed access to the largest memecoin by market capitalization. Related Reading Dogecoin Goes From Memecoin To Wall Street On Wednesday, financial services company 21Shares announced the launch of its 21Shares Dogecoin ETF (TDOG) on Nasdaq to provide “a new way to gain physically-backed DOGE exposure in traditional portfolios.” According to the announcement, the firm’s DOGE ETF is the only investment product of its category to be officially endorsed by the Dogecoin Foundation, the nonprofit organization dedicated…

Litecoin (LTC) continued to trade under pressure this week, slipping below the $70 mark after briefly touching a three-month low of $65.58. The decline reflects a combination of large-holder selling activity, weakening market attention, and soft technical momentum, positioning Litecoin among the weaker-performing major altcoins in recent sessions. The move matters as Litecoin has historically been viewed as a more defensive, payment-oriented cryptocurrency. Sustained weakness below key psychological and technical levels suggests shifting investor preferences and highlights how liquidity is rotating toward other assets within the broader crypto market. On-Chain Data Signals Distribution by Large Holders Blockchain analytics from Santiment…

On January 19, 2026, TGR Haas F1 Team officially unveiled their new race car for the 2026 season, the VF-26. Along with this launch, Zoomex and TGR Haas F1 Team are proud to announce the next phase of their official partnership as they enter the 2026 season. In the upcoming season, both parties will continue to focus on system efficiency, stable execution, and long-term engineering capabilities. Together, they will drive further investment in “controllable performance” in environments that demand both high competitiveness and exceptional system reliability. The release of the VF-26 marks a new milestone in Haas Team’s engineering and…

Tony Kim Jan 20, 2026 08:07 Hong Kong Monetary Authority warns public about fraudulent social media accounts impersonating the regulator and Chief Executive Eddie Yue. Police investigating. Hong Kong’s central banking authority has issued an urgent warning about fraudulent social media accounts impersonating both the regulator and its top official, marking the latest in a series of scam alerts from the financial watchdog.The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced on January 20 that fake accounts are circulating on social media platforms, falsely claiming to represent the HKMA and Chief Executive Eddie Yue. The regulator has reported the incident to Hong Kong…

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Payment Systems Regulator (PSR) have issued a joint statement addressing the pricing models for open banking. They have clarified that they will not currently prioritize an investigation under the Competition Act 1998 into the centralized ‘access fee’ pricing model being developed by the UK Payments Initiative (UKPI) for commercial Variable Recurring Payments (cVRPs). cVRPs allow consumers to grant secure, recurring access to trusted third parties to manage payments on their behalf, offering potential benefits such as enhanced control and convenience. Both regulators, after consulting with the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), have decided…

Are you looking to invest in cryptocurrencies but unsure which one to buy? With so many options available, it can be overwhelming to decide how to invest your money. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the best crypto to buy now, based on factors such as project developments, price performance, and market capitalization, as well as the overall potential for growth. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the most promising cryptocurrencies, including staples such as Bitcoin and Ethereum, and a combination of several other promising crypto projects. We’ll discuss their features, advantages, and potential drawbacks, as…

XRP falls to $1.93 after rejecting $2, while weekly MACD tightens. Analysts watch $1.90 support and $2.05 reclaim. Ripple’s native cross-border token has dropped to $1.93 after failing to hold above the $2. In the short term, the price action is moving to the downside, but some technical indicators could change the trend in the future. XRP Stalls Below $2 as Support Shifts XRP lost momentum after a brief move above $2. Sellers stepped in quickly, pushing the asset down and clearing recent gains. Former support at $2 has turned into resistance, now capping upside moves. XRP is holding around…

Key NotesSingapore-based Canaan must maintain share price above $1 for 10 consecutive sessions by July 13, 2026, or face potential delisting.The company may qualify for an additional 180-day extension if initial compliance period fails, subject to Nasdaq approval and fees.Canaan’s stock continues trading at $0.798, reflecting weak demand amid broader crypto market conditions and operational challenges. Canaan Inc. (NasdaqGM:CAN) has received a fresh warning from Nasdaq over its sub-$1 share price. The company has kept its listing for now and can avoid delisting, while its stock trades under the threshold in Friday’s session. Singapore-based crypto mining hardware maker Canaan Inc.…

Bitcoin just notched its third straight weekly gain for the first time since July. Bitcoin USD hovered near recent highs, holding firm amid political and geopolitical headlines. That resilience fits a bigger trend: large investors keep buying quietly through regulated Bitcoin ETFs. While daily price moves looked calm, the weekly chart told a different story. Bitcoin climbed even as traditional markets reacted to uncertainty in Washington and abroad. For beginners, that disconnect matters because it shows who controls momentum right now. DISCOVER: Top Ethereum Meme Coins to Buy in 2026 Why Is Bitcoin Rising Even When Headlines Look Messy? The…