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Morgan Stanley files for Bitcoin ETF as U.S. spot fund flows cool

Morgan Stanley has filed with the SEC for a spot Bitcoin ETF, proposing the Morgan Stanley Bitcoin Trust to track Bitcoin's price through direct holdings. The filing, submitted in January 2026, comes amid a cooling demand environment for U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs, which have seen sustained net outflows since late 2025 despite stable Bitcoin prices near $90,000. This suggests a market shift from rapid capital allocation to portfolio rebalancing. The move highlights Morgan Stanley's strategic long-term positioning, leveraging its wealth management network to serve investors focused on portfolio construction rather than short-term trading. The filing does not guarantee approval or launch but indicates continued institutional interest in Bitcoin exposure during a more mature and competitive phase.

ambcrypto01/07 20:02

Morgan Stanley files for Bitcoin ETF as U.S. spot fund flows cool

ambcrypto01/07 20:02

Ripple President On $500 Million Raise: No IPO, No Exchange, Bigger Plans

Ripple President Monica Long detailed the company's plans for its recent $500 million equity raise, which was completed at a $40 billion valuation with investors including Citadel and Fortress. The funds will be used to integrate recent acquisitions (Hidden Road, Rail, GTreasury, and Palisade) and expand Ripple's regulated stablecoin infrastructure. Long emphasized a "compliance first" approach, noting Ripple holds over 70 licenses globally. She explicitly stated the company has no plans or timeline for an IPO and does not intend to acquire a centralized exchange, despite viewing them as key partners. The strategy focuses on building digital asset infrastructure for businesses and financial institutions, moving beyond reliance on XRP.

bitcoinist01/07 18:02

Ripple President On $500 Million Raise: No IPO, No Exchange, Bigger Plans

bitcoinist01/07 18:02

An AI-Generated 'Whistleblower Post': How Did It Make Two CEOs Write Self-Defense Essays at Midnight?

An anonymous post on Reddit, allegedly written by a drunken backend engineer from a major food delivery platform, went viral with 87,000 upvotes and 36 million views on X. The post accused the company of using algorithms to exploit drivers—assigning “desperation scores” to prioritize orders for more financially vulnerable drivers, delaying regular orders despite promised priority delivery, and misusing driver welfare funds for lobbying against unions. The viral allegations prompted immediate public denials from the CEOs of DoorDash and Uber, who issued statements and social media posts in the middle of the night to refute the claims. DoorDash published a detailed rebuttal on its website. The post was later exposed as an AI-generated hoax by a Platformer reporter. The “whistleblower” provided a fake 18-page technical document and an AI-generated employee ID, which was detected using Google’s SynthID watermarking tool. The account was deleted when further verification was requested. The incident highlights how AI can cheaply and convincingly fabricate content that aligns with public skepticism toward tech platforms. Past real controversies, such as DoorDash’s tip policy and Uber’s Greyball tool, made the false narrative feel plausible. The case underscores growing public anxiety over the difficulty of distinguishing real from AI-generated content and the power of emotionally resonant misinformation—even when debunked—to shape perception.

比推01/07 13:36

An AI-Generated 'Whistleblower Post': How Did It Make Two CEOs Write Self-Defense Essays at Midnight?

比推01/07 13:36

Binance Futures Launches Silver Perpetuals With Up to 50x Leverage

Binance Futures has launched silver perpetual contracts, allowing traders to speculate on silver prices with up to 50x leverage. Settled in USDT, the contracts require a minimum notional value of 5 USDT and apply funding fees every four hours, capped at ±2%. The exchange will also enable copy trading for the product within 24 hours of launch. This move reflects a growing trend of crypto traders diversifying into precious metals, which outperformed cryptocurrencies in 2025. Silver surged 147% that year, driven by inflation concerns, fiscal uncertainty, and strong industrial demand. Binance is the first major crypto exchange to offer silver perpetuals at scale, blurring the lines between crypto and traditional finance. The product provides 24/7 access, high leverage, and flexible collateral options, positioning crypto exchanges as multi-asset trading hubs.

TheNewsCrypto01/07 13:27

Binance Futures Launches Silver Perpetuals With Up to 50x Leverage

TheNewsCrypto01/07 13:27

Telegram Financial Report Revealed: Main Revenue Actually Comes from Selling Coins!

Telegram's unaudited financial report for the first half of 2025 reveals a 65% year-on-year revenue increase to $870 million, up from $525 million in the same period of 2024. However, the company reported a net loss of over $220 million, compared to a net profit of $334 million a year earlier. This loss is attributed to a significant decline in the value of its Toncoin (TON) holdings, leading to asset write-downs. Despite its growth in users—now exceeding 900 million monthly active users—Telegram's financial performance is heavily tied to TON. Approximately one-third of its revenue, around $300 million, comes from TON-related exclusive agreements, including wallet integration and payment services. Moreover, Telegram has sold over $450 million worth of TON in 2025 alone, accounting for about 10% of TON's market capitalization, making cryptocurrency sales a major revenue stream. Telegram's planned IPO has been delayed due to ongoing legal investigations involving its founder, Pavel Durov, in France. The company secured $1.7 billion in convertible bonds from institutions like BlackRock and Mubadala in May 2025. Originally launched in 2017, TON faced regulatory challenges from the SEC but was revived as a community-led blockchain. Despite initial growth, TON's ecosystem has struggled recently, with many projects declining significantly in value.

marsbit01/07 13:03

Telegram Financial Report Revealed: Main Revenue Actually Comes from Selling Coins!

marsbit01/07 13:03

Barclays makes first stablecoin bet with investment in Ubyx

Barclays has made its first investment in a stablecoin-related company, Ubyx, which builds infrastructure for using stablecoins in traditional finance. Ubyx acts as a clearing and settlement layer, enabling banks and fintech apps to accept stablecoins and allowing direct deposits into bank accounts across multiple blockchains. This move is part of Barclays' broader strategy to explore regulated digital money and understand how tokenized assets can operate within existing laws. The deal reflects a trend of major banks seeking access to stablecoin infrastructure without taking on direct regulatory risks. While regulators remain cautious about financial stability, companies like Ubyx aim to bridge the gap by building compliant systems. This signals a shift toward stablecoins becoming mainstream settlement tools in the future of finance.

TheNewsCrypto01/07 11:23

Barclays makes first stablecoin bet with investment in Ubyx

TheNewsCrypto01/07 11:23

Huobi HTX Releases 2026 Opening Report: Trading Volume Grows Steadily, Building the Foundation for the Next Growth Phase with Long-Termism

Huobi HTX has released its 2026 Outlook Report, reviewing its performance in 2025 and outlining its strategic direction. Despite a shifting crypto market that increasingly values security, liquidity, and long-term service capabilities, the platform demonstrated steady growth. Key annual achievements include reaching over 55 million registered users globally, a 39% year-on-year increase in total trading volume to approximately $3.3 trillion, and net inflows of $608 million. The exchange maintained a perfect security record with zero safety incidents and was recognized in Forbes’ “2025 World’s Most Trusted Crypto Exchanges” list. Spot trading volume exceeded $1.9 trillion USDT, up nearly 30%, with smart trading tools like grid bots seeing significant adoption. The platform listed 166 new assets, focusing on early value identification in sectors like Meme and AI. Derivatives trading grew by about 50% to $1.4 trillion, supported by product optimizations and improved liquidity. The introduction of the C2C Select zone enhanced over-the-counter services, serving 3.93 million users with around $360 billion in transactions across 74 fiat currencies. The report also highlighted progress in wealth management products, user engagement activities, and global compliance, including licensing advancements in markets like Pakistan. Looking ahead to 2026, Huobi HTX aims to deepen its core trading services, enhance capital efficiency, and strengthen security, adhering to a long-term vision for sustainable growth.

marsbit01/07 11:12

Huobi HTX Releases 2026 Opening Report: Trading Volume Grows Steadily, Building the Foundation for the Next Growth Phase with Long-Termism

marsbit01/07 11:12

Huobi HTX Releases 2026 Opening Report: Trading Scale Grows Steadily, Building the Foundation for the Next Growth Phase with Long-Termism

Huobi HTX has released its 2026 outlook report, reviewing its performance in 2025. The platform saw steady growth in key metrics, with total registered user base reaching 55 million and a net capital inflow of $608 million. Annual trading volume reached approximately $3.3 trillion, a 39% year-on-year increase, with spot trading volume exceeding $1.9 trillion. The exchange maintained a perfect security record with zero safety incidents. Key growth drivers included the rising adoption of smart trading tools, with spot trading bot volume surging 97%. The platform listed 166 new assets, shifting its strategy towards identifying early-value projects. Futures trading volume grew about 50% to $1.4 trillion, supported by product optimizations. The newly introduced C2C Select service gained traction, processing about $360 billion in OTC transactions with zero freezes. The platform also expanded its wealth management products and compliance footprint, securing regulatory approvals in markets like Pakistan. Looking ahead to 2026, Huobi HTX plans to deepen its focus on core trading products, enhance capital efficiency, and strengthen security and compliance, adhering to a long-term growth strategy.

marsbit01/07 11:05

Huobi HTX Releases 2026 Opening Report: Trading Scale Grows Steadily, Building the Foundation for the Next Growth Phase with Long-Termism

marsbit01/07 11:05

Morgan Stanley’s Latest Step Into Crypto: Files For Bitcoin And Solana ETFs

Morgan Stanley has filed for Bitcoin and Solana ETFs with the SEC, marking a significant expansion into the cryptocurrency market. The proposed funds, including a staking feature for the Solana Trust, aim to hold the respective cryptocurrencies and are sponsored by Morgan Stanley Investment Management. This follows the bank’s October 2025 move to allow financial advisors to offer crypto investments, with a recommended allocation of up to 4% for clients. The filings come amid growing institutional interest and regulatory clarity under SEC Chair Paul Atkins, a pro-crypto advocate. Bitcoin is currently near $93,920, while Solana has risen 14% in a week to above $142.

bitcoinist01/07 10:03

Morgan Stanley’s Latest Step Into Crypto: Files For Bitcoin And Solana ETFs

bitcoinist01/07 10:03

From a "Preemptive Bet" Trade, Understanding the Hottest Web3 Trend of 2025: Prediction Markets

In early January 2025, a significant transaction on the decentralized prediction platform Polymarket drew widespread attention. An account invested approximately $32,537 over four days betting that Venezuelan President Maduro would leave office by January 31. The bet was placed hours before related geopolitical news became public, eventually yielding over $400,000 in profit as the event's perceived likelihood surged. This incident highlights the growing influence of prediction markets—a rapidly expanding Web3 sector in 2025. Prediction markets use financial incentives to aggregate dispersed information, allowing participants to trade on event outcomes. Prices reflect collective intelligence, often outperforming traditional polls, as seen during the 2024 U.S. election. Key platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi have attracted over $3.15 billion in funding, with Polymarket’s valuation reaching $8–9 billion after a strategic investment from ICE. The sector is projected to grow from $900 million in trading volume in 2024 to $40 billion in 2025, with users increasing from 4 million to 15 million. Unlike gambling, prediction markets use transparent, market-driven pricing and serve as data products for decision-making, attracting researchers and institutional players. Their growth is fueled by regulatory clarity from the CFTC, expanded event categories, and improved technology. However, risks remain, including potential insider trading and market manipulation. Participation is prohibited in mainland China. Nonetheless, prediction markets represent a shift in Web3 toward real-world information infrastructure rather than pure asset speculation.

marsbit01/07 06:37

From a "Preemptive Bet" Trade, Understanding the Hottest Web3 Trend of 2025: Prediction Markets