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Cryptocurrency investment products pulled in about $47 billion of inflows in 2025, just shy of 2024’s total amid new crypto exchange-traded fund (ETF) launches in the US.Crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs) logged $47.2 billion in inflows last year, 3% below 2024’s record of $48.7 billion, according to European crypto asset manager CoinShares.Bitcoin (BTC) inflows fell sharply in 2025, with a 35% drop from $41.7 billion in 2024 to around $27 billion, while Ether (ETH), XRP (XRP) and Solana (SOL) ETPs saw substantial gains.Despite falling short of 2024, global crypto ETP assets under management (AUM) rose to about $180 billion in late…

Bitcoin (BTC) launches its first launches its first meaningful rebound in weeks as geopolitics excites world assets.Bitcoin price gains see a return to $93,000 after a nearly month-long absence, but traders are skeptical.A key golden cross is almost here on the four-hour chart, paving the way for further market strength.Venezuela reactions form the key focus for risk-asset traders this week.US labor-market data is due as expectations of a Fed rate cut this month fade.Bitcoin whales remain active sellers, upping distribution over the new year.Bitcoin price breakout or sub-$80,000 next?Bitcoin is finally giving bulls some relief this week as BTC price…

Online gambling is a massive market, pulling in billions of dollars every year. But even with this, it is not available everywhere, as some states still maintain strict restrictions. Mississippi remains one of those states where online gambling is currently illegal.This has sparked debate among supporters who are campaigning for legalization. The argument is that Mississippi could see immense benefits if online gambling were allowed. But how realistic is this potential?The Global Value of Online GamblingFirst, it is worth looking at the global landscape. According to Statista, the online gambling market is valued at almost $500 billion. Naturally, states that…

The American Gaming Association is preparing for a leadership change as Delaware North chief executive Louis “Lou” M. Jacobs has been selected to take over as chair of the board beginning in January 2026. His appointment arrives during a period of major change within the gambling industry, where operators continue to expand into digital markets, refine their responsible gaming frameworks, and balance the rapid growth of online platforms with the ongoing strength of land-based properties. This includes table game formats and popular online segments such as live dealer products and blackjack casinos, which remain among the most recognisable and commercially…

More than $5.5 billion in cryptocurrencies are scheduled to unlock in January, with ONDO, BGB, HYPE and TRUMP tokens accounting for some of the biggest releases. According to Tokenomist’s token unlocks data tracker, January will see over $5.5 billion in token unlocks. About $2.5 billion will be released through a cliff unlock, which means the tokens are unlocked all at once. Another $3 billion will enter circulation through linear releases, distributing tokens gradually over time, creating less abrupt supply increases. Crypto vesting is the process of locking token allocations and releasing them over time to prevent early or sudden increases in circulating…

More than $5.5 billion in cryptocurrencies are scheduled to unlock in January, with ONDO, BGB, HYPE, and TRUMP tokens accounting for some of the largest releases this month. According to Tokenomist’s token unlocks data tracker, January will see over $5.5 billion in token unlocks. Around $2.5 billion will be released through a cliff unlock, which means the tokens are unlocked all at once. Another $3 billion will enter circulation through linear releases, distributing tokens gradually over time, creating less abrupt supply increases. Crypto vesting is the process of locking token allocations and releasing them over time to prevent early or sudden increases…

LEGO has released a new Retro Gaming Console set that supports three distinctive build configurations while costing under $20. The new kit is part of LEGO’s ever-growing Creator 3-in-1 theme. Creator 3-in-1 is a line of rebuildable LEGO sets that are focused on play and display in equal measure. They are generally not tied to a specific IP and almost always consist of generic bricks that can be reused, underlining their multi-configuration design. Dozens of products have been released under the Creator 3-in-1 label since it was first used in 2006. Related One of LEGO’s Most Popular Adult Themes Is…

One of the helicopters carrying Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores arrives after they were captured overnight in Venezuela by U.S. forces, at the Westside Heliport in New York City, U.S. January 3, 2026.Jeenah Moon | ReutersLONDON — European stocks were in positive territory on Monday as global markets react to the U.S.’ overthrow of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro.The pan-European Stoxx 600 was trading 0.4% higher at 2:25 p.m. in London (9:25 a.m. ET), with most major bourses in positive territory and sectors mixed.Global financial and oil markets are reacting to dramatic developments in Venezuela over the…

Bitcoin’s environmental impact remains contested as critics question its energy use, while ESG researcher Daniel Batten disputes several of those claims.In a Saturday X thread, ESG researcher Daniel Batten said nine common criticisms of Bitcoin mining’s energy use are contradicted by peer-reviewed studies and grid-level data.“Every nascent disruptive technology is accompanied by claims that are based on lack of understanding, lack of data, and a fear of something unknown,” said Batten.In November, the Dow Jones lambasted Harvard University for investing some of its endowment in BTC, labelling it as a “fake currency and money-laundering tool that is also an environmental…

PricewaterhouseCoopers decided to expand its crypto business after a shift toward clearer US regulation, citing new leadership at regulators and progress on stablecoin legislation, CEO Paul Griggs said.New leadership within US regulators such as the US Securities and Exchange Commission and new laws like the GENIUS Act were among the major developments that spurred PwC’s reversal, Griggs told the Financial Times in a report on Sunday.“The GENIUS Act and the regulatory rulemaking around stablecoin, I expect, will create more conviction around leaning into that product and that asset class,” he said, adding that “the tokenization of things will certainly continue…