Alchemy Pay has upgraded HTF Securities' Type 4 license to include Virtual Asset Advisory Services, enhancing its regulatory capabilities in Hong Kong. This move aligns with Alchemy Pay's strategy to expand its presence in the digital asset landscape, supporting its vision of integrating fiat and crypto markets through compliant infrastructure.

ZetaChain introduces TwoThumbs, an AI chat app for iMessage and SMS, enhancing user interaction with AI. The app supports seamless model switching and aligns with EU regulations, gaining recognition from the Dubai Financial Services Authority.

Alchemy Pay partners with AB DAO to integrate $AB and USD1 on AB Chain, enhancing fiat-crypto transactions. This collaboration supports over 50 fiat currencies and 300 payment channels, expanding global access to AB Chain assets and strengthening Alchemy Pay's role in blockchain ecosystems.

Ripple has integrated Hyperliquid into its Ripple Prime platform, enhancing institutional access to onchain derivatives liquidity. This move aims to merge traditional finance with decentralized markets, offering a unified prime brokerage framework. Ripple Prime supports various asset classes, providing scalable trading infrastructure for institutional clients.

The IOTA Foundation collaborates with Teesside University to enhance UK trade efficiency using TWIN technology. Supported by UK Government officials and £3.5 million in funding, the initiative aims to modernize customs processes, potentially increasing trade by £25 billion and saving £224 billion in costs.

Binance renews its partnership with Islamabad United for PSL Season 11, focusing on blockchain education and supporting Pakistan's crypto community. The collaboration includes a welcome reward for new users, reinforcing Binance's commitment to a sustainable digital-asset ecosystem in Pakistan.

AI agents are participating in a USDC-powered hackathon on Moltbook, exploring agent-driven economies. The event features three tracks with a $30,000 USDC prize pool, focusing on agentic commerce, OpenClaw skills, and novel smart contracts. Projects are submitted and evaluated by agents, highlighting autonomous economic decision-making.

RelAI has introduced a gas-free API micropayment solution on the SKALE network, transforming API monetization with a pay-per-call system. This innovation supports seamless integration and highlights SKALE's scalable Web3 infrastructure, crucial for automated economies and AI services.

Radix is decentralizing its network by seeking proposals for the Babylon Gateway, Signalling Server, and Connect Relay. This move is part of their 2026 Strategy to decentralize the operational stack. Proposals must ensure service sustainability and explore commercialization models. Detailed specifications are available on RadixTalk.

OG, a prediction market platform powered by Crypto.com, has launched, offering CFTC-regulated event contracts. Led by CEO Nick Lundgren, OG aims to expand globally, starting in the U.S., and leverages Crypto.com's partnerships and compliance infrastructure for a secure trading experience.

1inch has partnered with Rewardy and OneKey to integrate its Swap API, enhancing token swapping across networks. Rewardy users can pay gas fees with RWD tokens, while OneKey ensures secure and optimal trade execution. These partnerships and industry event participation underscore 1inch's commitment to DeFi innovation.

Tether has launched an open-source Mining OS (MOS) to enhance Bitcoin mining operations. The system integrates various operational components, offering scalability and modularity for different mining scales. This initiative aims to foster competition and accessibility in the Bitcoin mining sector.

Tether partners with Opera to integrate USD₮ and Tether Gold into MiniPay, boosting financial inclusion in emerging markets. MiniPay's user base and transaction volume surged, with Celo becoming the fastest-growing USD₮ chain. The collaboration underscores the demand for stablecoin solutions in mobile-first regions.

Bybit, the second-largest cryptocurrency exchange, expands its trading offerings to include precious metals like gold and silver. The initiative supports various trading instruments and offers yield opportunities for tokenized gold. Eligible users can earn up to 2,000 USDT in rewards during the campaign, which runs until April 2026.

Ripple has received an Electronic Money Institution license from Luxembourg's CSSF, marking a significant expansion in the EU. This approval enhances Ripple's ability to provide blockchain solutions across Europe, reinforcing its global regulatory portfolio with over 75 licenses.

AIOZ Network's Upgrade & Hardfork v1.8 will activate on February 2, enhancing network performance and security. Key features include Cosmos SDK v0.53 and IBC-go v10 upgrades. Transfers, Staking, and Bridging will be temporarily disabled. Validators must update nodes to maintain functionality. Visit the official announcement for more details.

Radix's Hyperscale blockchain achieved a milestone of 500,000 TPS in a public test, involving over 590 nodes. The test demonstrated linear scaling and complex transactions, with future developments set to be community-driven.

Tether's 2025 financial report reveals over $10 billion in profits and $6.3 billion in excess reserves. The company issued nearly $50 billion in USD₮, with total reserves reaching $193 billion. Strategic investments in AI and Fintech are separate from USD₮ reserves, underscoring Tether's robust financial position.

On October 10, 2025, a flash crash hit the cryptocurrency market, driven by macroeconomic factors and network congestion. Binance remained operational but faced specific incidents, prompting a $400 million support initiative for affected users.

Flow Foundation has destroyed 87.4 billion counterfeit FLOW tokens, completing its security incident recovery. Major exchanges have resumed FLOW transactions, and the network is fully operational, processing millions of transactions weekly. Recent upgrades aim to enhance long-term sustainability through deflationary measures.

The Radix community has proposed the Radix Accountability Council to improve governance. The council will execute governance-directed tasks and facilitate the transition to a community-led model. Consultations are ongoing to decide the council's composition, with voting open until February 6, 2026.