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U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Paul Atkins said today that it remains unclear whether the U.S. government will move to seize the widely discussed Bitcoin holdings rumored to be tied to Venezuela, an uncertainty that comes as Washington seeks to bring greater regulatory clarity to digital asset markets. Atkins told Fox Business the question of pursuing the so‑called Venezuela Bitcoin stash — variously estimated at roughly 600,000 BTC, or about $56 billion to $67 billion at current prices — is “still to be seen” and is being handled by other parts of the administration.  “I leave that to others…

US Securities and Exchange Commission chair Paul Atkins says he is confident that the crypto market structure bill will make it onto US President Donald Trump’s desk this year. In an interview with Fox Business on Monday, Atkins discussed the regulatory outlook for crypto this year. Atkins praised the passing of the GENIUS act in 2025, noting that the bill provides an important part of regulatory clarity in the US.Moving forward, he highlighted the bipartisan crypto market structure bill as the next key boost to the domestic crypto sector. “This [bill] fits in with the president’s focus on making America the crypto…

A Tennessee federal judge has temporarily stopped state regulators from taking action against the prediction markets platform Kalshi, which had sued the state after being ordered to cease offering sports event contracts.In an order on Monday, Judge Aleta Trauger supported Kalshi’s earlier motion for a preliminary injunction and temporary restraining order against the Tennessee Sports Wagering Council and the state’s attorney general while the court case moves ahead.The judge said Kalshi “will suffer irreparable injury and loss” by the regulator’s actions, and the company “is likely to succeed on the merits of its claims and its rights will likely be…

XRP may be setting up for a final, cleaner long entry if the broader market delivers one more volatility-driven pullback, according to CryptoinsightUK’s Will Taylor, who says his preferred “risk to reward” zone sits materially below current support. The thesis hinges on whether Bitcoin prints a double-bottom-style retest and drags major alts into deeper liquidity pockets before the next leg higher. In his Jan. 10 newsletter, Taylor framed early 2026 as a market caught between two plausible paths: a familiar pullback-and-recover structure that has defined prior Bitcoin dips, or a continuation higher that leaves would-be buyers watching price run away.…

Key NotesThe platform creates 1:1 digital representations of existing deposits without issuing new money or bypassing regulations.Clients can transfer mirrored balances instantly to meet margin calls, eliminating legacy batch processing delays.BlackRock and Standard Chartered pursue similar tokenization strategies as RWA adoption accelerates industry-wide. BNY, one of the largest global financial services platforms with over $55 trillion in assets, has launched a tokenized deposit capability on its Digital Assets platform. This new feature mirrors institutional clients’ existing cash balances on a private blockchain. It enables near-real-time settlement. The service begins with collateral and margin workflows. BNY’s traditional core banking systems keep…

The asset manager’s base case assumes bitcoin gains traction as a settlement tool and reserve asset over the next 25 years.

Trump meets oil execs at the White House, demands $100 billion for Venezuela

Rongchai Wang Jan 10, 2026 00:19 OpenAI introduces ChatGPT Health, a specialized AI experience designed to integrate securely with personal health data, enhancing user engagement and decision-making in health-related matters. OpenAI has announced the launch of ChatGPT Health, a new specialized version of its AI chatbot designed to assist users with health and wellness inquiries. This development marks a significant step in integrating artificial intelligence with personal health management, according to OpenAI. Integration with Health Data ChatGPT Health is designed to securely connect with users’ electronic health records and health applications like Apple Health, Function, and MyFitnessPal. This integration allows…

Dogecoin whale accumulation spikes signal confidence and reduce sell pressure. Dogecoin ETF inflows show growing institutional interest in DOGE. Japan partnerships expand Dogecoin’s real-world use and adoption potential. Dogecoin (DOGE) has shown signs of stabilisation around $0.14 as the new year begins. The DOGE price has increased by 1.18% over the past 24 hours, slightly outperforming the broader cryptocurrency market. This modest gain results from multiple bullish catalysts converging as the memecoin market sees a resurgence in investor interest. Whale accumulation boosts confidence On-chain data shows a 300% surge in large DOGE transactions, with whales accumulating 218 million DOGE ($31…

The beginning of 2026 shows many different stories unfolding in the crypto market. The Litecoin price is steady, but it needs major catalysts to push upward. The Cardano price is also trading above support levels but faces technical resistance that may limit near-term expansion. With these established names struggling, investors are reassessing where opportunity lies. Many seeking the leading crypto to buy now are turning to new projects that offer fundamentally different economic models and return potential.This is where Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP) stands out. Its presale auction is live, alongside a $5 million giveaway that’s creating serious momentum. Market analysts…