In a transformative move that blurs the lines between decentralized finance and Wall Street, Coinbase Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: COIN) has officially completed the rollout of its new "Everything Exchange" ecosystem. As of January 2026, the platform now offers commission-free U.S.-listed stock trading and fully integrated prediction markets to
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse on Thursday commented on the CLARITY Act, saying ” “we’re so close we can’t give up now” with regards to delayed crypto bill after Coinbase Global Inc.
As of January 22, 2026, the global financial landscape is undergoing a fundamental transformation. What was once a niche corner of the internet for political junkies and hobbyist forecasters has evolved into a powerhouse of the modern economy. Prediction markets—increasingly rebranded by Wall Street as "event trading"—are no longer just a curiosity; they are becoming [...]
As we cross into 2026, the global information landscape has undergone a radical transformation. The era of relying solely on traditional polling—often criticized for its slow response times and methodological lag—is being eclipsed by the rise of prediction markets. Following their standout performance during the 2024 US Presidential Election, these platforms are no longer viewed [...]
NEW YORK — Polymarket, the world’s largest decentralized prediction platform, has officially begun its long-awaited homecoming. After years of operating in a regulatory exile that forced it to block American IP addresses, the platform is now aggressively onboarding thousands of users from its domestic waitlist. This strategic pivot follows a landmark regulatory shift under the [...]
The Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund tracks bitcoin directly, while the Bitwise Crypto Industry Innovators ETF invests in companies tied to the crypto economy. This ETF comparison shows why those differences matter when volatility picks up.
As the legal landscape for prediction markets enters its most volatile phase yet, a "Shadow Market" on the forecasting platform Manifold Markets has become the ultimate barometer for the industry's survival. Traders are currently placing an overwhelming 81% probability on a scenario where federal preemption—the legal doctrine that federal law overrides state law—will shield prediction [...]
The rapid evolution of prediction markets has reached a fever pitch as Kalshi, the first federally regulated exchange for event contracts, officially reached "decacorn" status this month. With a fresh $11 billion valuation and weekly trading volumes consistently surpassing the $1 billion mark, the platform has transformed from a niche economic forecasting tool into a [...]
CARACAS/NEW YORK — On January 3, 2026, at 4:21 a.m. EST, a post on Truth Social, the platform owned by Trump Media & Technology Group (NASDAQ: DJT), sent shockwaves across the globe: Venezuelan strongman Nicolás Maduro had been captured by U.S. special operations forces in "Operation Absolute Resolve." While the world grappled with the geopolitical [...]
Coinbase Global Inc. CEO Brian Armstrong celebrated the inaugurations of Abigail Spanberger as Governor of Virginia and Mikie Sherrill as Governor of New Jersey, framing it as a win for pro-cryptocurrency politicians
The digital asset market faced a stern reality check on January 20, 2026, as Bitcoin (BTC), the world’s premier cryptocurrency, tumbled below the critical $90,000 psychological support level. This breach triggered a synchronized sell-off across the equity markets, specifically targeting companies whose balance sheets and business models are
Shares of blockchain infrastructure company Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) fell 4.4% in the afternoon session after the U.S. announced potential tariffs on several European countries.
