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Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. Lightchain AI is breaking records in the crypto market, raising over $15.3 million in presales and positioning itself for explosive growth with its AI-powered blockchain ecosystem. The crypto market is witnessing one of the most fruitful presales, with Lightchain AI breaking records as investors flock to its AI-powered blockchain ecosystem. Lightchain AI has already raised over $15.3 million at a presale price of $0.006, making it one of the most sought-after projects of 2025. Analysts are already tipping potential…

Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. The SEC has taken a key step toward approving a spot Litecoin ETF, while Solana sees record-breaking growth and Remittix aims to disrupt the $190 trillion payment sector. The US SEC has officially acknowledged Canary Capital’s proposal for a spot Litecoin ETF, making a significant step toward a potential approval. This move opens the door for public comments while signaling that Litecoin could become the third crypto, after BTC and ETH, to receive an ETF in the US. In…

Cryptocurrency exchange ByBit is set to resume its services in India after registering with the country’s Financial Intelligence Unit. In a press release shared with crypto.news, ByBit said it is now registered with the FIU and compliant with and compliant with India’s Prevention of Money Laundering Act. “We have been working diligently with the FIU-IND to address their concerns,” the firm wrote, adding, “We recognize the importance of robust Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism measures and are dedicated to upholding the highest standards in these areas.” As part of the registration process, the Dubai-headquartered firm has settled…

Russian Bitcoin miners fear exposure to sanctions as the government compiles a registry containing wallet addresses and other sensitive data. Bitcoin (BTC) miners in Russia aren’t thrilled about a new government registry that’s scooping up sensitive data, including crypto wallet addresses, under new rules. If leaked, it could be a “big gift to our geopolitical opponents,” warned Anton Gorelkin, a Russian lawmaker overseeing information policy. The crypto miner registry in Russia has been up and running since November 2024. National’s registry is available through the service on Russia’s Federal Tax Service. Daniil Yegorov, head of the tax agency, mentioned earlier…

XYO rallied over 30% as the project filled a key strategic position ahead of its anticipated Layer-1 blockchain launch. XYO rose to an intraday high of $0.0236, which is up 77% from its lowest point this week, while its market cap crossed $305 million as of press time. The altcoin’s trading volume surged 335% in the last 24 hours, exceeding $37 million, signaling an uptick in buying pressure. The rally materialized as the broader crypto market dipped 3.9% over the past 24 hours. Bitcoin (BTC) was down 1.5% when writing, while other major altcoins, such as Ethereum (ETH), XRP (XRP),…

While gold hits a record price at $2,848 per ounce, more and more financial experts and professionals voice their preference for Bitcoin over gold. In a commentary to Livewire Markets, CEO and founder of the Nasdaq-listed tech company IREN Daniel Roberts said Bitcoin needs to reach at least a $900,000 price to reach gold in terms of market cap, and it will by 2030. Roberts’ prediction Daniel Roberts is no stranger to cryptocurrency. His company, IREN, is an Aussie enterprise providing data centers using renewable energy for Bitcoin mining, powering AI, and other ventures. In November 2024, amidst a powerful…

Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. As Hyperliquid remains steady and TRUMP token faces challenges, institutional investors are showing interest in BitLemons. As Hyperliquid (HYPE) shows strength and TRUMP token faces uncertainty, institutional investors are quietly positioning themselves in what could be 2025’s most interesting GambleFi token. BitLemons (BLEM) has already secured an impressive $1 million in seed funding, with major players betting big on this revenue-generating powerhouse. BitLemons drives new GambleFi solutions BitLemons is transforming the online gaming landscape with its unique platform that’s…

In a major move for Solana, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has formally acknowledged Grayscale’s revised application for a spot Solana exchange-traded fund. On Feb. 6, the US SEC officially acknowledged Grayscale’s amended application for a spot Solana (SOL) ETF. This is significant because previous attempts to file SOL ETFs were rejected under SEC Chair Gary Gensler’s leadership. In his post on X, Finance lawyer Scott Johnsson reminded that the regulator’s refusals were based on Solana products being incorrectly categorized as commodity trust shares. A new day. Recall Gary would not acknowledge these previously on the basis they were…

Apple has quietly removed multiple crypto exchange apps from Japan’s App Store at the request of authorities. Some crypto exchange apps are disappearing from Japan‘s App Store as Apple has seemingly removed several after authorities raised concerns. According to a Yahoo Japan report, mobile applications for Bybit, KuCoin, Bitget, MEXC, and LBank are no longer available in Japan’s App Store. These exchanges had previously been warned by Japan’s Financial Services Agency for operating without registration. Not all unlicensed exchanges are affected, though. The report points out that searches for “crypto assets” or “virtual currency” still bring up apps from Crypto.com…

A wave of closures has hit South Korean crypto exchanges, with smaller firms exiting the market as regulatory compliance and banking access remain hurdles. South Korea‘s crypto exchange market is getting smaller, as new government data shows the number of registered virtual asset service providers has dropped since last year. A Feb. 7 report from the Financial Intelligence Unit revealed that as of press time, there are only 31 registered crypto trading firms in South Korea, down more than 26% from 42 last year, South Korean newspaper Dailian reports. The delisted companies include GDAC, ProBit, Huobi Korea, and Bitrade, among…