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Gate Releases Latest Reserve Report: Total Reserve Ratio at 125%, BTC Reserve Ratio as High as 140.69%

Gate has released its latest Proof of Reserves report, demonstrating strong financial health with a total reserve ratio of 125% as of January 6, 2026. Total reserve assets amount to $9.478 billion, significantly exceeding the 100% industry benchmark and covering nearly 500 types of user assets. Key asset reserves include Bitcoin, with a user asset base of 17,640 BTC and platform reserves of 24,817 BTC, resulting in a 140.69% reserve ratio. Ethereum reserves stand at 419,320 ETH against user assets of 337,565 ETH, a 124.22% ratio. For USDT, user assets are 1.385 billion tokens, with reserves of 1.516 billion, a 109.45% ratio. Other major assets like GT, USDC, and XRP also show reserve ratios well above 100%. Gate emphasizes its commitment to transparency and security through measures like zero-knowledge proofs, Merkle tree structures, and multi-signature management. The platform has nearly 50 million global users and continues to expand its services in both centralized and decentralized ecosystems under its "All in Web3" strategy.

marsbit01/12 03:45

Gate Releases Latest Reserve Report: Total Reserve Ratio at 125%, BTC Reserve Ratio as High as 140.69%

marsbit01/12 03:45

Coinbase’s COIN could jump 40% to $340: Bank of America

Coinbase's stock (COIN), currently trading at $245, is significantly undervalued according to Bank of America (BofA), which has upgraded it to a "buy" rating with a $340 price target, representing a 40% upside. This bullish outlook is driven by Coinbase's expansion into new products like prediction markets and stock/ETF trading, positioning it as an 'everything exchange'. BofA also highlights the monetization of its Base network and the launch of Coinbase Tokenize as key moves to capture the emerging tokenization boom. A pro-crypto Trump administration is seen as a potential tailwind, though risks from competitors and market corrections remain. This is the second major buy rating this week, following Bernstein's even more optimistic $440 target. Analysts view tokenization of traditional assets as a major catalyst for 2026.

ambcrypto01/09 19:03

Coinbase’s COIN could jump 40% to $340: Bank of America

ambcrypto01/09 19:03

Supreme Court Decision Expands Crypto Seizure Powers in South Korea

South Korea's Supreme Court has ruled that Bitcoin held on domestic cryptocurrency exchanges is subject to seizure under the Criminal Procedure Act, resolving years of legal uncertainty. The December 2025 decision, announced in early 2026, stemmed from a money laundering case where 55.6 Bitcoin were seized from an exchange account. The court dismissed the defense's argument that Bitcoin is intangible and therefore not seizable, stating that seizable property includes electronic data and assets of economic value. It determined Bitcoin qualifies as it can be "independently managed, traded, and economically controlled." This precedent strengthens prosecutors' power to confiscate crypto assets in crimes like money laundering and fraud, aligning with the country's stricter regulatory approach. The ruling is expected to compel exchanges to enhance cooperation with law enforcement.

TheNewsCrypto01/09 15:53

Supreme Court Decision Expands Crypto Seizure Powers in South Korea

TheNewsCrypto01/09 15:53

BingX Introduces BingX TradFi, Expanding Access to Global Financial Markets

BingX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 AI company, has launched BingX TradFi, a new feature that enables users to trade futures on a wide range of global financial assets. This includes commodities like aluminum and cocoa, forex pairs such as USDSGD and USDBRL, stocks like TSLA and NVDA, and indices including the S&P 500. The platform offers an all-in-one portal for portfolio diversification, deep liquidity, low fees, and leverage of up to 500x. Backed by robust security, BingX TradFi integrates traditional financial instruments with the efficiency of crypto trading, marking a significant expansion beyond digital assets. This move underscores BingX's commitment to innovation and making global financial markets more accessible to its over 40 million users worldwide.

TheNewsCrypto01/09 14:11

BingX Introduces BingX TradFi, Expanding Access to Global Financial Markets

TheNewsCrypto01/09 14:11

Coinbase Gets ‘Buy’ Rating Upgrade From Bank Of America: Here’s The Breakdown

Bank of America has upgraded its rating for Coinbase (COIN) to "buy," citing a positive long-term outlook. Analyst Craig Siegenthaler highlighted the company's strategic expansion beyond crypto trading into stocks, ETFs, and prediction markets, moving closer to its goal of becoming an "everything exchange." Key growth drivers include its Base Layer-2 network and the upcoming Tokenize platform, which positions Coinbase as a leader in crypto infrastructure and tokenization. With shares down ~40% from their 2025 peak, the bank sees an attractive entry point and reaffirms a $340 price target, implying a potential 38% upside. A more favorable regulatory environment and compressed valuation further support this bullish stance.

bitcoinist01/09 10:35

Coinbase Gets ‘Buy’ Rating Upgrade From Bank Of America: Here’s The Breakdown

bitcoinist01/09 10:35

MEXC Launches PlusMore (PLUS) Launchpool and Airdrop+ With 18,000 PLUS Rewards

MEXC exchange has launched a dual initiative for the PlusMore (PLUS) token, featuring a combined Launchpool and Airdrop+ event with a total reward pool of 18,000 PLUS tokens. The Airdrop+ runs from January 8-15, 2026, distributing 5,000 PLUS across three events for new users, traders with specific deposit and trading volume targets. The Launchpool, from January 12 to February 12, 2026, offers 13,000 PLUS through staking pools for USDT, USD1, and PLUS tokens, as well as a trading pool. The initiative is part of MEXC's user-first approach to provide diverse earning opportunities.

TheNewsCrypto01/09 10:21

MEXC Launches PlusMore (PLUS) Launchpool and Airdrop+ With 18,000 PLUS Rewards

TheNewsCrypto01/09 10:21

XRP Whale Deposits To Binance Ease: Data Points To Lower Distribution Risk

XRP is attempting to stabilize near $2.10 after a 12% decline from recent highs. On-chain data from CryptoQuant indicates a notable decrease in whale-dominated inflows to Binance, which now account for 60.3% of total transfers—down from over 70% in November and early December. This reduction suggests large holders are easing aggressive selling, lowering the risk of a sharp sell-off. Retail inflows have remained stable, showing no signs of panic selling. The market may be entering a re-accumulation phase, though the situation remains fragile and susceptible to change if whale activity increases again.

bitcoinist01/08 23:02

XRP Whale Deposits To Binance Ease: Data Points To Lower Distribution Risk

bitcoinist01/08 23:02

Whale activity explodes as XRP holds $2.30: Bullish continuation ahead?

XRP is showing signs of significant accumulation by large holders, with whale transaction volumes reaching three-month highs in early January. This surge in whale activity, combined with declining exchange reserves—particularly on Upbit—suggests a supply squeeze, historically a precursor to price increases. XRP has rallied from December lows near $1.75 to a peak of $2.40 but has since retraced slightly, stabilizing around the critical $2.30 support level. If this level holds, it could fuel upward momentum toward the $2.50–$2.75 resistance zone. A breakdown below $2.30, however, may trigger profit-taking and a drop toward $2.00.

ambcrypto01/08 16:01

Whale activity explodes as XRP holds $2.30: Bullish continuation ahead?

ambcrypto01/08 16:01

Europe’s DAC8 Law Integrates Crypto Into the Formal Tax System

DAC8, a new EU tax regulation effective from January 1, 2026, mandates automatic reporting of cryptocurrency activities to tax authorities. It requires crypto exchanges and brokers to collect users' identity details and Tax Identification Numbers (TIN), and report all transactions, including crypto-to-cash trades, crypto swaps, and withdrawals to personal wallets. While self-custody remains legal, fund flows become fully traceable. Non-compliant users risk account freezes after reminders, and non-EU exchanges must adhere to DAC8 or face bans. The EU expects increased tax revenue and reduced evasion, though concerns over privacy and compliance costs exist. This regulation aligns crypto with traditional financial reporting and reflects a global trend toward tax transparency.

TheNewsCrypto01/08 15:32

Europe’s DAC8 Law Integrates Crypto Into the Formal Tax System

TheNewsCrypto01/08 15:32

Vietnam Sets Deadline for Pilot Crypto Exchange Licences by Mid-January

Vietnam is advancing cautiously into the digital asset space by planning to license pilot cryptocurrency exchanges under a sandbox framework before January 15, 2026. This follows the enactment of the Law on Digital Technology Industry in effect since January 1, 2026. The government, led by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, has set strict criteria for licensing, including a minimum capital requirement of approximately $400 million and at least 65% institutional ownership from qualified entities like banks or securities firms. These institutions must also demonstrate two consecutive profitable years and clean audits. Multi-agency oversight will be implemented to monitor operations, money flows, anti-money laundering risks, and cybercrime, ensuring a tightly controlled initial crypto environment. Only about five companies are expected to be licensed initially.

TheNewsCrypto01/08 15:12

Vietnam Sets Deadline for Pilot Crypto Exchange Licences by Mid-January