Author: Mia Thompson

I am Mia Thompson, a Blockchain Reporter specializing in Altcoins, and I am from Mexico. My day-to-day work consists of exploring the ecosystem beyond Bitcoin. For years, I have been closely following emerging projects, evaluating their real usefulness and technological proposals using a methodology based on research and rigorous information gathering. My goal is to offer you a different perspective on what is really happening in the new digital economy. I am also passionate about dissecting Layer 1 (L1s) networks and their infrastructure, as they are the foundation of everything we build. I also devote much of my work to covering regulation, translating complex policies into clear explanations of how legal changes affect the ecosystem.

Nansen Adds Sui Support for Real-Time Ecosystem Insights

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Nansen said that it has integrated its analytics platform with the Sui network, extending real-time on-chain intelligence, wallet labeling, and smart-money tracking into the Move-based ecosystem. The integration positions Nansen as a visibility layer for Sui activity, spanning token flows, contract interactions, and high-impact wallet behavior.

Argentina’s Pomelo Raises $55 Million to Expand Payment Offerings

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Pomelo announced it closed a $55 million Series C round on January 20, 2026, saying the new capital will accelerate its payments roadmap and support expansion beyond Latin America. The company framed the raise as a catalyst for scaling credit-processing and launching stablecoin-based and real-time payment solutions.

Solana’s Future Hinges On Constant Innovation, Co‑Founder Says

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Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko argued that the network must continuously evolve to stay relevant, positioning selective, ongoing upgrades as core to competitiveness and long-term survival. Yakovenko framed perpetual iteration, partly funded by transaction fees and augmented by AI, as a strategic necessity for Solana.

New NYC Mayor Mamdani Says He Holds No Crypto, Will Not Buy Adams’ Memecoin

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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said on that he holds no cryptocurrency and will not invest in the memecoin tied to former Mayor Eric Adams. The timing matters because it landed immediately after a high-volatility token debut, creating a clear separation between the current administration’s posture and a politically branded crypto launch.

Coinbase Analyst Warned Quantum Threat To Bitcoin Goes Beyond Wallet Hacks

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David Duong, Coinbase’s Global Head of Investment Research, argued that quantum computing is a bigger risk to Bitcoin than “someone stealing a wallet.” He estimated that roughly 32.7% to 33.7% of supply—about 6.51 million BTC—sits in address types that are more exposed to quantum-style attacks, creating a network-wide integrity problem, not just isolated theft.

Ethereum Below $3K: Low Fees, Weak ETF Flows Signal Stagnation Into 2026

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Ethereum has traded below $3,000 in recent sessions as a sharp decline in on-chain fees and mixed institutional flows into spot and staking ETFs have cooled price momentum. These two inputs matter for traders and treasuries because they directly shape transaction costs, yield alternatives, and near-term capital allocation.

Lighter’s LIT Tokenomics Split Defi As Polymarket Bets Top $74M

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Lighter’s LIT token launch on December 30, 2025, landed less like a quiet TGE and more like a full-scale liquidity event. Roughly $74 million was wagered on Polymarket around the launch and initial valuation, turning tokenomics into an immediate market referendum.

Russia’s Largest Bank Considers Launching Crypto-Collateral Lending

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Sberbank is exploring ruble-denominated loans secured by cryptocurrencies, positioning the product as a liquidity tool for corporate and retail clients who want access to cash without selling their holdings. The initiative is being developed alongside pilot token issuance and custody plans, with a regulatory roadmap targeting full implementation by July 1, 2026, and it is […]

IMF and El Salvador Advance Talks on Bitcoin Policy and Potential Chivo e‑wallet Sale

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Negotiations between the International Monetary Fund and El Salvador have advanced around the country’s Bitcoin policy and a potential sale of the state-run Chivo e-wallet, in talks linked to a pending Extended Fund Facility (EFF) sized between $1.14 billion and $1.4 billion. The core trade-off on the table is IMF financing and a 40-month reform […]