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Fedi will release its full software stack as open source on Jan. 3, completing a pledge made at launch in 2024. The company said all Fedi software has now transitioned to the Affero General Public License (AGPL), following an interim period under a business source license.  The change makes Fedi’s codebase publicly available under a copyleft license that requires derivative works to remain open, according to a spokesperson from Fedi.  The date carries weight in Bitcoin history. Jan. 3 marks the anniversary of the Bitcoin genesis block, mined in 2009. Fedi said the timing reflects its focus on community ownership…

Ripple’s XRP token had one of its best years in 2025. The fintech company settled its lawsuit with the US SEC, leading to a substantial increase in investor sentiment. XRP went on to hit a new all-time high of $3.65 in July 2025, but has since fallen back to under $2. Entering 2026, Open Interest in XRP is at a six-month low. Fortunately, the asset has already gone up in the past week, signaling bullish momentum in the new year.Should 2026 bring an uptick in open interest for the Ripple cryptocurrency, XRP’s price could follow that path. However, at present,…

In a move that could shape corporate Bitcoin adoption, index provider MSCI is set to decide whether to exclude companies holding significant Bitcoin reserves from its global benchmarks. The outcome, due January 15, may influence billions in forced selling and set precedents for how Wall Street views Bitcoin as a treasury asset. MSCI Inc., a New York-based publicly traded company listed on the NYSE with a market capitalization of $43.76 billion and a stock price of $565.68 as of January 2, is a key player in the investment world. It curates over 246,000 equity indexes daily, with more than $18.3…

Joerg Hiller Jan 02, 2026 19:03 Bitfarms has announced the sale of its Paso Pe site in Paraguay for up to $30 million, marking its complete exit from Latin America to focus on HPC/AI infrastructure in North America. Bitfarms Ltd. (NASDAQ/TSX: BITF), a prominent North American energy and digital infrastructure company, has announced its strategic decision to exit the Latin American market by selling its 70 MW Paso Pe site in Paraguay. This move is part of Bitfarms’ broader strategy to focus its efforts and resources on expanding its high-performance computing (HPC) and…

South Korea saw a massive outflow of crypto in 2025, with more than $110 billion worth of assets moving from local exchanges to overseas platforms. This move was triggered largely by strict domestic trading rules that limit what local exchanges can offer investors. Though crypto adoption in the country remains high, delays in updating regulations and disagreements over stablecoins have pushed many traders to seek crypto investment options abroad.South Korean Crypto Regulation Slows DownSouth Korean investors transferred more than 160 trillion won (about $110 billion) from local crypto exchanges to overseas platforms last year, mainly because of strict rules, according…

They say journalists never truly clock out. But for Christian, that’s not just a metaphor, it’s a lifestyle. By day, he navigates the ever-shifting tides of the cryptocurrency market, wielding words like a seasoned editor and crafting articles that decipher the jargon for the masses. When the PC goes on hibernate mode, however, his pursuits take a more mechanical (and sometimes philosophical) turn. Christian’s journey with the written word began long before the age of Bitcoin. In the hallowed halls of academia, he honed his craft as a feature writer for his college paper. This early love for storytelling paved…

BMNR shareholders are encouraged to review the Chairman’s message and vote on the 4 proposals prior to the January 14, 2026 deadlineBitmine will hold its Annual Stockholder Meeting at the Wynn Las Vegas on January 15, 2026Bitmine remains supported by a premier group of institutional investors including ARK’s Cathie Wood, MOZAYYX, Founders Fund, Bill Miller III, Pantera, Kraken, DCG, Galaxy Digital and personal investor Thomas “Tom” Lee to support Bitmine’s goal of acquiring 5% of ETHLAS VEGAS, Jan. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bitmine Immersion Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: BMNR) today announced the release of a new Chairman’s message (link) outlining why…

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, January 2nd, 2026, ChainwireBybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, looks back at 2025 with highlights of mixed challenges and achievements. The exchange recounts its expansion from 50 million to 80 million registered users, global regulatory and compliance advancements, and trading highs across metrics amid market challenges. Despite the hacking incident in February, Bybit stood firm as the second largest centralized exchange, with 2025 marking the year it strengthened its ecosystem and solidified its position for future growth.Global Regulatory Alignment In July, Bybit’s Vienna-based operation secured full MiCA compliance across applicable EEA countries via local…

Bitcoin’s price action in 2025 pointed to a market shaped less by speculative and impulsive excess and more by macro forces. The bitcoin price traded through a wide range last year. According to Bitcoin Magazine Pro data, bitcoin rallied above $126,000 during mid-to-late-year advances fueled by ETF inflows and optimism around U.S. regulatory clarity. Those highs did not hold. By the fourth quarter, tighter financial conditions and elevated real yields weighed on risk assets. The bitcoin price slid sharply from its peak and ended the year near $87,000. It is on track for its first full-year decline since 2022. While…

I’ve mentioned this before, but it’s worth repeating.Back in my old poker days, I worked with a mental coach.That decision didn’t just improve my poker results.It improved my life.And later, my crypto trading.Today, I want to talk more about the mental side of trading.Because this aspect is often ignored.And yet, it can completely change your results.A technically good trader can still lose money.Not because their analysis is wrong.But because they trade from anger, fear, or ego.If this clicks for even one person, it’s worth writing.This is part 20 of a series of trading guidesTrading Is a Mental Game Disguised as a…