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One Year of the Trump Family's Crypto Project WLFI: When the Referee Joins the Race

In 2025, former President Donald Trump's family significantly increased their wealth through various cryptocurrency ventures, most notably the World Liberty Financial (WLFI) project, which raised $550 million in public sales. The project, along with the TRUMP meme coin and the USD1 stablecoin, was mired in controversy. Critics alleged WLFI's funding, including a $30 million investment from Justin Sun, resembled political donations. The TRUMP token launch was labeled an "epic harvesting operation," resulting in roughly $2 billion in losses for 800,000 wallets. Concurrently, the family-backed USD1 stablecoin rapidly grew, surpassing PayPal's PYUSD in circulation, aided by the passage of favorable crypto legislation. The article also details instances of alleged insider trading linked to Trump-affiliated individuals, who reportedly profited from advanced knowledge of policy announcements and market moves. Ultimately, WLFI is portrayed as both a showcase for pro-crypto policies and a potent wealth-generation engine for the Trump family.

Odaily星球日报01/26 11:22

Over 300K US Government Bitcoin at Risk After Alleged Insider Theft Exposes Custody Failures

A contractor's son allegedly stole over $40 million from U.S. government-seized cryptocurrency wallets, according to blockchain investigator ZachXBT. The theft is linked to insider access at Command Services & Support (CMDSS), a firm contracted by the U.S. Marshals Service to manage seized digital assets. The incident raises serious concerns about the security of billions in confiscated Bitcoin from cases like Silk Road and the Bitfinex hack. Evidence emerged from a leaked Telegram recording showing the suspect moving funds from government-linked wallets. While some funds were returned, approximately $700,000 remains missing. The breach highlights vulnerabilities in the government's custody systems, including reliance on basic tracking methods and potential insider threats. This incident may undermine confidence in the U.S. government's ability to safeguard and manage seized crypto assets.

ccn.com01/26 10:54

MEXC Launches ZAMA Launchpad for Users To Share 750,000 ZAMA

MEXC has launched the ZAMA Launchpad, offering users the opportunity to share a total of 750,000 ZAMA tokens with discounts of up to 50%. The event runs from January 26, 2026, 10:00 UTC, to February 2, 2026, 13:00 UTC. There are two subscription pools: one exclusively for new users, offering 500,000 ZAMA at a 50% discount (0.03 USDT per token), and another open to all users, offering 250,000 ZAMA at a 40% discount (0.04 USDT per token). Both pools require a minimum subscription of 100 USDT and a maximum of 5,000 USDT, along with Advanced KYC Verification, a $100 net deposit, and specific spot and futures trading volumes. Users can boost their subscription limit by completing additional futures trading tasks. MEXC's Launchpad is a token issuance platform that has raised over $76.6 million with more than 287,000 participants to date.

TheNewsCrypto01/26 10:21

SwapNet Exploit Drains $17M, Exposes DeFi Approval Risks

A significant security breach occurred at DEX aggregator SwapNet, resulting in a loss of approximately $16.8 million. The exploit was first identified by security firm PeckShield. The attacker swapped $10.5 million in USDC for Ether on Base network and bridged the funds to Ethereum. The vulnerability stemmed from users disabling the "One-Time Approval" feature designed to restrict token permissions. By doing so, they inadvertently granted direct and persistent approvals to underlying contracts, including SwapNet’s router, which the attacker exploited. Matcha Meta, the meta-DEX aggregator through which SwapNet was accessed, clarified that the issue did not originate from its core system but from this user configuration choice. SwapNet paused its contracts to mitigate further damage and investigate the incident. Users were urged to revoke approvals granted outside the One-Time Approval framework, especially for SwapNet’s router. The event underscores a critical DeFi trade-off: one-time approvals enhance security but add friction, while unlimited approvals improve usability but create persistent risk if a platform is compromised. This incident is part of a broader pattern of exploits targeting unverified code and standing approvals, highlighting ongoing risks in DeFi’s interconnected ecosystem. SwapNet has not yet released a technical post-mortem or confirmed user compensation.

TheNewsCrypto01/26 10:11

Bitcoin: $677mln liquidations meet THESE 3 signals flashing risk

ambcrypto01/26 10:02

Bitcoin Finds A Real-World Use Case In Las Vegas Stores

Small and large stores in Las Vegas are increasingly accepting Bitcoin for everyday transactions to reduce credit card processing fees and attract crypto-savvy customers. Merchants report using Bitcoin payment tools, often via the Lightning Network or conversion services, to lower costs significantly compared to traditional card fees. Services like Square’s no-fee Bitcoin checkout have accelerated adoption. Businesses—from juice bars to chains—are seeing real use, with some experiencing increased foot traffic and new sales. The Lightning Network enables fast, low-cost payments, making in-person crypto transactions practical. While some merchants convert Bitcoin to cash quickly, others hold a portion, noting reduced chargeback risks. Customers, including tourists and locals, are adapting to the convenience of QR-based payments.

bitcoinist01/26 10:01

US Government Shutdown Again? Why the Somali Immigration Fraud Case Ends with the Crypto Market Footing the Bill

U.S. Government Shutdown Risk Surges to 79%, Triggering Crypto Market Sell-off According to Polymarket, the probability of a U.S. government shutdown by the end of January has dramatically increased from 9% to 79%. This sudden spike, occurring over a weekend, caused an immediate negative reaction in the cryptocurrency market, leading to a sharp price decline. The potential shutdown stems from a political impasse over funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The current funding, a temporary "Continuing Resolution" from a compromise bill passed in November, is set to expire on January 30th. The deadlock is directly linked to recent aggressive immigration enforcement actions. Following a massive welfare fraud case involving Somali immigrants in Minnesota (with confirmed losses of $240 million and potential losses up to $9 billion), former President Trump called for a crackdown. This led to the deployment of approximately 2,000 ICE agents to Minneapolis. During these operations, ICE agents shot and killed two U.S. citizens, sparking major public controversy. Senate Democrats are now opposing the House's funding bill for DHS, demanding accountability and reform for ICE's conduct. Republicans, however, are pushing for their border security agenda. This funding stalemate is the direct cause of the heightened shutdown risk. The crypto market absorbed the initial shock of this political news over the weekend, acting as the first "payer" for the crisis. The sell-off resulted in over $6 billion in long positions being liquidated and a single-day market capitalization loss exceeding $30 billion. The reaction of the U.S. stock market will be seen at the next opening.

marsbit01/26 09:49

Bitcoin's 'Liquidity Siege'

The article "Bitcoin's 'Liquidity Siege'" analyzes the recent underperformance of Bitcoin and the crypto market amid strong gains in traditional assets like gold, silver, and equities. Key factors driving this trend include: - **Macroeconomic pressures**: Potential U.S. government shutdown risks draining liquidity from markets, as seen in October 2025 when $200B was pulled from circulation. - **Japan's monetary policy shift**: Rising Japanese government bond yields and interest rate hikes are reversing yen carry trades, reducing global liquidity and pressuring risk assets. - **Key data uncertainty**: Investors are cautious ahead of critical events like the Fed's FOMC meeting and Japanese unemployment data, leading to reduced risk exposure. Internally, crypto faces a liquidity crunch: - Bitcoin ETFs are experiencing net outflows, while gold and silver ETFs attract significant inflows, reflecting a shift toward traditional safe havens. - Meme coins (e.g., "Nietzschean Penguin" on Solana) are surging, diverting liquidity from major cryptocurrencies in a speculative "end-of-cycle frenzy." The market remains highly sensitive to geopolitical risks and policy unpredictability, particularly from the Trump administration’s trade threats. With liquidity thinning since Bitcoin’s drop below $110K in October 2025, the author advises caution until macro uncertainties resolve.

marsbit01/26 09:43

Are the Ubiquitous 'Freeloading Members' Due to 'Chinese Users Being Stingy' and 'Having No Habit of Paying'?

The article challenges the common perception that Chinese users' widespread pursuit of "free memberships" for AI services like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini is due to being "stingy" or lacking a payment habit. Instead, it argues that the core issue is misaligned pricing strategies. With ChatGPT Plus costing $20 monthly (around ¥2,000 yearly), the price is equivalent to a few lunches in Silicon Valley but a month's grocery bill for an average white-collar worker in China, creating a significant market vacuum. This demand is filled by grey-market suppliers on platforms like Xianyu, who use methods like regional price arbitrage (e.g., cheaper Turkish subscriptions), educational discounts, or shared accounts to offer affordable access. The author contends this is not purely piracy but a failure of "price discrimination"—companies miss out on potential revenue by not adapting prices to local purchasing power. While services like Netflix and Steam use regional pricing successfully, most AI firms haven't prioritized it due to operational burdens, arbitrage risks, or underestimating the Chinese market. Ironically, these grey markets help educate users, who may convert to paying customers later. The article criticizes domestic AI firms (e.g., Kimi, Tongyi Qianwen) for copying high Silicon Valley prices instead of leveraging home advantage. It suggests they adopt ultra-low pricing (e.g., ¥9.9/month) to eliminate grey markets, capture users, and build loyalty, while pursuing enterprise customers for profitability. Ultimately, the piece urges a shift from VC-focused high pricing to user-centric strategies to tap into China's vast, price-sensitive demand.

marsbit01/26 09:24

Compliance, Liquidity, Distribution: Where is the Real Battlefield for Stablecoin Issuance?

"Stablecoin Issuance: Where is the Real Battlefield? Compliance, Liquidity, and Distribution" The stablecoin market is evolving into application-level financial infrastructure. With clearer regulations like the GENIUS Act, major brands are shifting from integrating existing stablecoins like USDC to launching their own white-labeled dollar tokens through "issuance-as-a-service" platforms. While the core technical ability to mint a token is becoming commoditized, the real competition lies in three key areas: regulatory compliance, liquidity operations, and distribution channels. The market is stratified. For enterprises and financial institutions, the key differentiator is trust, compliance, and large-scale redemption reliability. For fintechs and consumer wallets, it's speed-to-market and integrated services like on/off-ramps. For DeFi and investment platforms, it's composability and programmable yield. . True pricing power and defensibility for issuers now come not from the token creation itself, but from bundled services, regulatory positioning, and the ability to provide liquidity. The potential for a lasting moat may lie in network effects from becoming a default interoperability standard, though it's unclear if value will be captured by individual issuers or neutral protocols. The token is merely the foundation; the business model built around it is the core.

Odaily星球日报01/26 08:51