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Donald Trump's $1.5 trillion U.S. defense budget proposal could reshape defense equities, with no direct impact on cryptocurrency markets.

India's authorities enhance scrutiny on crypto transactions, using existing tax and AML laws.

Kaia introduces MEV Auction with Bid Fee refunds as part of its v2.1.0 core client update.

XRP ETFs in the U.S. record $41M outflow, marking first since launch.

U.S. President Trump focuses on acquiring Greenland post-Venezuela intervention, affecting global strategies.

Bybit updates tick size for USDT perpetual contracts, aiming to enhance market liquidity and trading experience.

Stablecoins are transforming global payments via bank integration, not DeFi.

Metis outlines its 2026 AI strategy, expanding beyond Ethereum L2 into multi-network architecture, enhancing AI capabilities.

Ripple Labs focuses on business growth with $500M investment, delaying IPO plans until after 2026.

MSCI postpones exclusion of crypto-holding firms, impacting Bitcoin-focused equities like MicroStrategy.

Open Campus collaborates with Madhya Pradesh and Geeks of Gurukul to digitize education for up to 50 million students.

Nvidia's operations in China are constrained by US export controls, highlighting geopolitical tensions affecting its business and the AI sector.

World Liberty Financial plans to secure a US trust charter to enhance its USD1 stablecoin's regulatory compliance and market reach.

Lloyds and Archax execute the UK's first blockchain transaction using tokenized sterling deposits for gilt purchase.

Trump challenges Raytheon's US defense contracts over production shortfalls, affecting RTX stock.

Fireblocks acquires TRES Finance for $130M, expanding its digital asset solutions.

Franklin Templeton is set to release Q1 2026 results on Jan 30, discussing traditional asset management performance.

Riot Platforms shifts strategy, selling Bitcoin to develop AI data centers, influencing BTC market dynamics.

Polymarket and Dow Jones partner to provide real-time prediction market data to major Dow Jones platforms.

OpenAI launches ChatGPT Health, integrating medical records and wellness apps for tailored health dialogue.

JPMorgan plans phased rollout of JPM Coin on Canton Network, enhancing blockchain transactions.

Rumors circulate about Venezuela's $60B Bitcoin reserve, lacking official confirmation.

Wyoming debuts $FRNT, the first state-issued stable token, backed by U.S. dollars.

Polymarket collaborates with Dow Jones for prediction data in The Wall Street Journal, broadening market insights.