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Crypto exchanges face ban in South Korea as Google Play updates rules

<img src="https://images.cointelegraph.com/images/528_aHR0cHM6Ly9zMy5jb2ludGVsZWdyYXBoLmNvbS91cGxvYWRzLzIwMjYtMDEvMDE5YmM1ZDMtMjg3YS03NGJlLWI1N2MtYjM4YWNhZDhiYzE2LmpwZw==.jpg" alt="Crypto exchanges face ban in South Korea as Google Play updates rules" class="type:primaryImage">Google will require proof of FIU registration acceptance for crypto apps, raising compliance hurdles for offshore exchanges serving South Korean users.

Bitcoin traders predict ‘strong run-up’ as classic chart targets $113K

<img src="https://images.cointelegraph.com/images/528_aHR0cHM6Ly9zMy5jb2ludGVsZWdyYXBoLmNvbS91cGxvYWRzLzIwMjYtMDEvMDE5YmM2NDktYjgxOS03MzJhLTk2YTQtNDNjNjc2MDcwOWYwLmpwZw==.jpg" alt="Bitcoin traders predict ‘strong run-up’ as classic chart targets $113K" class="type:primaryImage">The recovery could continue as long as Bitcoin achieved a daily close above $98,000, with the technical setup projecting 18% gains ahead.

Moldova moves to regulate crypto under EU-style MiCA rules

<img src="https://images.cointelegraph.com/images/528_aHR0cHM6Ly9zMy5jb2ludGVsZWdyYXBoLmNvbS91cGxvYWRzLzIwMjYtMDEvMDE5YmM2MmUtMWRhZi03YzJjLWFlZmMtYjQwYWU5N2Q1ZThhLmpwZw==.jpg" alt="Moldova moves to regulate crypto under EU-style MiCA rules" class="type:primaryImage">Moldova plans to introduce its first crypto law in 2026, aligning with the EU’s MiCA framework while warning citizens about digital asset risks.

‘I don’t want to step on any toes’: I manage an $80K trust for a 15-year-old relative. How do I deal with interfering relatives?

“I also want to teach my young relative good money habits without overstepping the parents’ authority.”

‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ author E.L. James lists her L.A. mansion for $7.25 million

Author E.L. James has put her sprawling Los Angeles home on the market for $7.25 million—having slashed a staggering $1 million from her original asking price.

Is the stock market open on MLK Day? Does the post office deliver mail?

The Monday holiday commemorates the birth of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.

Polygon trims workforce amid $250M stablecoin payments pivot

The restructuring comes as the company integrates new payments assets and narrows its mandate, with several employees saying on X that they were affected by the layoffs.

KBC Bank to launch Bitcoin and Ether trading in Belgium under MiCA

The lender will offer crypto trading through its Bolero platform as Belgium’s MiCA rules take effect, despite no licenses yet appearing on the ESMA’s register.

Micron’s stock gets an $8 million vote of confidence from this industry veteran

Former TSMC co-CEO Mark Liu just bought up Micron’s stock at a time when it’s essentially never been hotter. The purchase implies he thinks the stock’s rally still has legs.

Interactive Brokers to allow stablecoins for account funding

<img src="https://images.cointelegraph.com/images/528_aHR0cHM6Ly9zMy5jb2ludGVsZWdyYXBoLmNvbS91cGxvYWRzLzIwMjUtMTIvMDE5YjI2YjAtZWI1ZS03YmM5LWE5MjItZTcyOGRkY2E4OWI4LmpwZw==.jpg" alt="Interactive Brokers to allow stablecoins for account funding" class="type:primaryImage">Electronic brokerage giant Interactive Brokers says its clients can deposit USDC, which will automatically convert to US dollars to fund their accounts.

US housebuilder to launch crypto rewards after SEC ‘no-action’ letter

<img src="https://images.cointelegraph.com/images/528_aHR0cHM6Ly9zMy5jb2ludGVsZWdyYXBoLmNvbS91cGxvYWRzLzIwMjYtMDEvMDE5YmM1MDQtMmZkMy03MDNkLTkzNzUtMjRkNTc4N2Q2MTJmLmpwZw==.jpg" alt="US housebuilder to launch crypto rewards after SEC ‘no-action’ letter" class="type:primaryImage">Megatel Homes says it’s launching a program where renters could receive rewards for paying their rent using a crypto token.

State Street rolls out new crypto tokenization tools

State Street said its new crypto platform would help clients build tokenized money market funds, exchange-traded funds, and products such as tokenized deposits and stablecoins.

Crypto plumbing, policy improved in 2025, but prices ‘did not cooperate’: Binance

Regulated investment vehicles such as exchange-traded funds expanded in 2025, and corporations added crypto to their balance sheets, opening up more pathways for user access.

Ethereum activity doubles with influx of new users: Glassnode

Ethereum saw activity retention nearly double to 8 million addresses in a month while daily transactions hit an all-time high of 2.8 million amid soaring stablecoin use.

DeadLock ransomware hides using exploited Polygon smart contracts

<img src="https://images.cointelegraph.com/images/528_aHR0cHM6Ly9zMy5jb2ludGVsZWdyYXBoLmNvbS91cGxvYWRzLzIwMjYtMDEvMDE5YmM0N2ItNWZiYi03OTZmLWI3NmUtYTkzYzBiNjBiYWM2LmpwZw==.jpg" alt="DeadLock ransomware hides using exploited Polygon smart contracts" class="type:primaryImage">Group-IB found a ransomware dubbed DeadLock that is exploiting Polygon smart contracts to rotate proxy addresses to evade takedowns.

Nexo to pay $500K fine to California regulator over ‘risky loans’

California’s finance watchdog claims Nexo made nearly 5,500 loans to Californians without a valid license and did not properly assess their ability to repay.

Inflation relief is on the way — if these 3 market forces can come together

Productivity gains, tame oil prices and lower taxes could ease the pressure on consumers.

Iran’s crypto ecosystem spikes to $7.8B amid mass protests: Chainalysis

<img src="https://images.cointelegraph.com/images/528_aHR0cHM6Ly9zMy5jb2ludGVsZWdyYXBoLmNvbS91cGxvYWRzLzIwMjUtMTIvMDE5YjZkNjgtZTY1Zi03MTcyLTk2NGMtOGI0MzM2YTU1NTE5LkpQRw==.jpg" alt="Iran’s crypto ecosystem spikes to $7.8B amid mass protests: Chainalysis" class="type:primaryImage">Bitcoin has become an “element of resistance” in Iran, providing liquidity in an increasingly restricted economic environment, says Chainalysis.

Kaito winds down crypto-backed ‘Yaps’ as X bans payments for ‘AI slop’

The Kaito.ai and Cookie DAO tokens fell over 15% after X’s ban, a move X’s head of product Nikita Bier said should improve user experience on the social media platform.

Young men are worried about having enough money — but confident they’ll own a home. What gives?

Homeownership, marriage and parenthood are highly valued goals for Gen Z — and a tall order in today’s economy.