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Bitcoin developer, Jameson Lopp, posted a simple observation days after CoinGecko published its 2025 dead coins report.Ignorant folks claim that Bitcoin isn’t scarce because anyone can launch their own cryptocurrency. They fail to recognize that while anyone can copy code, no one can copy a network of users and infrastructure.The timing crystallized a tension that’s shaped crypto since the first Bitcoin fork. Token issuance has always been abundant, as spinning up a new coin takes minutes, not months.But CoinGecko’s latest dataset turned the “anyone can launch” argument into something measurable: 53.2% of tokens tracked on GeckoTerminal between July 2021 and…
In brief Analysts are debating whether Bitcoin will follow gold’s parabolic rally if demand persists and sellers exhaust themselves. Some point to key differences in the temperament of gold and Bitcoin buyers. Bitcoin’s path remains uniquely tied to macro liquidity, meaning Fed policy shifts could disrupt a smooth ascent, creating more volatility than gold’s historic run. Bitcoin’s exchange-traded funds could be following the exact structural playbook that preceded gold’s historic 2025 surge, a parallel that suggests a potential parabolic move awaits the top cryptocurrency.The analogy was highlighted by Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matthew Hougan on a podcast with influencer Michael…
Morning Minute is a daily newsletter written by Tyler Warner. The analysis and opinions expressed are his own and do not necessarily reflect those of Decrypt. Subscribe to the Morning Minute on Substack.GM!Today’s top news: Crypto majors are red and cooling off; BTC at $95,400 Tom Lee’s BMNR invests $200M in equity into Mr. Beast’s platform X cracks down on InfoFi, KAITO falls 20% Saturn announced 11% yield on its USDat stablecoin via Strategy’s STRC GAS token soars 700% to $44M as trenches show strong signs of life 💰 BitMine Backs MrBeast’s Financial Platform With $200M InvestmentA surprising new investment juxtaposes the…
Copper hit a new record high this week as crypto traders focused on the surge in silver and gold. However, copper’s rise could actually shift the rate path that underpins the market’s liquidity narrative.The all-time high for copper is now around $6.06 per pound as of Wednesday, Jan. 14.Futures activity has tracked the price move in ways that complicate the idea of a one-session burst.An COMEX update posted Jan. 15, 2026, reported estimated volume of 74,332 contracts, down from 83,265.Open interest rose to 269,825, up 3,588.MarketTimestamp (ET)Estimated volumeOpen interestCOMEX copper futuresJan. 15, 2026, 10:00 a.m.74,332 (down from 83,265 prior session)269,825…
In brief Ark Invest has published its 2026 Outlook report, in which CEO Cathie Wood flags Bitcoin as a better asset for portfolio diversification as she sounds the alarm on gold’s rally. Wood’s preference for Bitcoin is driven by its algorithmically fixed supply, unlike gold, whose miners can increase production in response to high prices. Bitcoin maintains an extremely low correlation with other major assets, making it a powerful diversification tool, especially in a currency-revaluation environment, Wood said. Bitcoin’s mathematically capped supply makes it a superior scarce asset to gold in an era of rising institutional demand, according to Ark…
We had high hopes for the bitcoin price in 2025. It was supposed to be the crescendo of the four-year cycle, the most bullish setup in recent memory. It was the year after the halving, the ETFs had just been approved, a new president was elected, with the promise of the money printer roaring back to life. Everything looked primed for a Q4 blow-off top, and instead of a new life in Monaco, all you got was this lousy article. What follows is my interpretation of the events of 2025 and my outlook for 2026. I’m not a trader, not…
In brief Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg and New York State Senator Zellnor Myrie introduced the CRYPTO Act on Thursday to criminalize unlicensed virtual currency operations. The bill creates graduated penalties from Class A misdemeanor to Class C felony, with maximum sentences of 5 to 15 years in state prison. New York currently imposes only civil penalties on unlicensed operators, unlike federal law and 18 other states that already criminalize such activity. New York prosecutors are pressing lawmakers to turn unlicensed crypto operations into a jailable offense, noting that civil fines alone have failed to deter a growing underground economy fueled…
Bitcoin (BTC) nearly touched $98,000 overnight before settling around $96,000, up roughly 5.5% over recent sessions. The rally reignited a familiar question: is this the setup for a sustained move above $100,000, or another fragile push built on thin order books and positioning games? Market Cap $1.9T 24h Volume $46.87B All-Time High $126,173.18 Glassnode’s latest analysis reveals a nuanced picture, where mechanical positioning drove the recent move while broader structural demand remains uneven and liquidity stays compressed.Supply meets demand at a critical thresholdThe current price sits inside a dense cluster of long-term holder supply accumulated between April and July 2025,…
In brief Actor Matthew McConaughey has secured eight trademarks from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, including a sound mark on his iconic “Alright, alright, alright” line from “Dazed and Confused.” The trademarks, registered to his J.K. Livin Brands Inc., give McConaughey standing to sue in federal courts against unauthorized AI use of his voice and likeness. McConaughey’s trademark strategy comes as the entertainment industry grapples with AI’s legal implications across multiple fronts. Actor Matthew McConaughey has locked down legal protection on his most famous catchphrase, securing eight trademarks including a sound mark on his iconic “Alright, alright, alright” line…
In brief Hachette Book Group and Cengage Group asked a California federal court on Thursday to intervene in a class action accusing Google of copyright infringement in AI training. The publishers allege Google downloaded their books from pirate sites, including Z-Library and OceanofPDF, then repeatedly copied them while training its models. Google’s C4 training dataset allegedly pulls from at least 28 piracy-linked websites, with the copyright symbol appearing more than 200 million times. Major book publishers Hachette Book Group and Cengage Group filed a motion Thursday to intervene in an existing class action lawsuit filed last year against Google, accusing…
Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Despite a surprising postponement of the markup for the crypto market structure bill known as the CLARITY Act, lawmakers are maintaining a hopeful outlook for the passage of the legislation. Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott announced the delay on Wednesday, stating that bipartisan negotiations are ongoing. He characterized the pause as tactical rather than indicative of failure. Coinbase CEO Voices Alarm Over CLARITY Act’s Potential Impact In a message on social media platform X (previously Twitter), Scott expressed confidence, noting, “I’ve spoken with leaders across the…
In brief U.S. spot Solana ETFs saw inflows of $23.57 million Wednesday, their highest in four weeks. While a positive signal, the inflows represent less than 1% of Solana’s daily trading volume—limiting their immediate price impact. Key network metrics like DEX volume and total app revenue have declined in recent months, indicating broader pressure. U.S. spot Solana exchange-traded funds saw inflows of $23.57 million on Wednesday, their highest in four weeks, per SoSoValue data.The positive netflow comes as Bitcoin trades near $97,000, accompanied by improving investor sentiment. Solana is currently trading at around $145, flat on the past day but…