January 24, 2026

1. Spot Bitcoin ETFs Post Worst Week Since February 2025 with $1.33 Billion in Outflows

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The Bitcoin ETF market experienced significant outflows, with BlackRock's IBIT fund seeing four consecutive days of withdrawals. This marks the worst week for Bitcoin ETFs since February 2025, highlighting investor uncertainty and potential shifts in market sentiment.

Sources:The Block

2. Ethereum Foundation Forms Post-Quantum Team as Security Concerns Mount

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In response to growing concerns about quantum computing threats, the Ethereum Foundation has established a post-quantum security team. The initiative includes a $1 million research prize to enhance cryptographic resilience, signaling a proactive approach to future-proofing Ethereum's security.

3. CFTC Gains $150 Million War Chest to Address Crypto Exchange Failures

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The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has been allocated a $150 million budget to tackle withdrawal delays and enforce compliance among failing crypto exchanges. This move is part of the broader 'Digital Commodity Intermediaries Act' aimed at strengthening the regulatory framework for crypto markets.

Sources:CryptoSlate

4. SEC to Dismiss Gemini Earn Lawsuit After Full Investor Recovery

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The SEC has decided to dismiss its lawsuit against Gemini Earn with prejudice following the complete in-kind return of crypto assets to investors. This resolution comes after a three-year legal battle and the successful recovery process through Genesis Global Capital's bankruptcy proceedings.

Sources:The Block

5. Stablecoin Yield Bans Could Push Capital Offshore

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Proposed restrictions under the U.S. CLARITY Act may lead investors to seek yield in offshore and synthetic dollar products. Experts warn that these bans could inadvertently drive capital away from regulated markets, impacting the stablecoin sector's growth.

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Last updated: 1/24/2026, 11:01:29 PM UTC

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