Mana Minds Partners with Wanda Exchange to Launch Regulated Crypto Gift Cards Across Europe

January 21st, 2026 – Warsaw, Poland The partnership combines Mana Minds’ global distribution network with Wanda Exchange’s licensed VASP infrastructure, offering retailers a compliant pathway into the cryptocurrency gift card market. Mana Minds, a leading global distributor of digital gift cards and gaming products, has announced a strategic partnership with Wanda Exchange, a licensed Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) operating in Poland. The collaboration introduces the Wanda Crypto Gift Card to Mana Minds’ extensive distribution network, providing a fully regulated solution for retailers seeking to offer cryptocurrency products to their…

Why Robinhood Can't Ditch Kalshi (Yet) Despite Owning Its Own Exchange

Robinhood (NASDAQ: HOOD) and partner Susquehanna International Group completed their acquisition of MIAXdx today (Wednesday), purchasing 90% of the derivatives platform from Miami International Holdings for an undisclosed sum. The move was intended to help the retail trading platform become independent from Kalshi, currently the largest provider of event-based contracts. However, the latest data show that the two firms remain strongly dependent on each other. Robinhood Controls Half of Kalshi’s Trading Volume Robinhood has been driving more than 50% of Kalshi’s total trading volume since launching event contracts in March…

Binance Exchange Lists Ripple’s RLUSD Stablecoin

Key Notes Binance is set to list Ripple’s USD-pegged stablecoin RLUSD. RLUSD is first supported on Ethereum, with XRPL to follow later. Ripple plans to expand RLUSD to multiple Ethereum Layer-2 networks in 2026. After a year since its launch, Ripple’s XRP $1.88 24h volatility: 2.3% Market cap: $114.51 B Vol. 24h: $3.38 B USD-pegged stablecoin RLUSD has finally become available on Binance. The San Francisco-based blockchain payments firm announced the milestone on X, stating that it is supported on Ethereum ETH $2 907 24h volatility: 6.2% Market cap: $350.44…

Top Crypto Exchange Coinbase Adds Two Solana (SOL) Ecosystem Altcoins to Listing Roadmap

Coinbase just updated its official asset listing roadmap to include two digital assets from the Solana (SOL) ecosystem that the exchange says may be listed in the near future. According to an update, the assets newly added to the Coinbase roadmap include Seeker (SKR) and FIGHT (FIGHT). Coinbase says asset transfers and trading for the listed assets are not supported until an official trading announcement is made. The exchange also warns that depositing these assets into a Coinbase account before support is live may result in permanent loss of funds.…

New York Stock Exchange to Launch Tokenized Securities Platform, Unlocking 24/7 Trading and Stablecoin-Based Funding

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is preparing to roll out a tokenized securities platform that will unlock 24/7 trading and stablecoin-based funding. The platform, which is still subject to regulatory approval, would also enable instant settlement and orders sized in dollar amounts. The project will power a new NYSE venue that aims to offer trading for tokenized shares of traditionally issued securities, in addition to tokens natively issued as digital securities. NYSE Group President Lynn Martin says in an announcement that the stock exchange wants to continue a tradition…

Rezor Launches RezorEx Centralized Exchange With Over 6,000 Early Registrations

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Rezor today announced the official exchange launch of RezorEx, its fully functional centralized exchange built to support fast, reliable, and accessible crypto trading for a global user base. Within the first two weeks of launch, RezorEx recorded more than 6,000 registered users, signaling strong early adoption […] Source

Hyperliquid Takes Lead over DEX Exchange Aster with $40.7 Billion Trading Volume

Key Notes Hyperliquid held around $9.57 billion in open interest versus $7.34 billion combined across rivals. Traders are increasingly parking risk on Hyperliquid rather than just rotating volume. Despite platform strength, HYPE fell by nearly 8% to $24.15, driven by broader market weakness. Decentralized exchange (DEX) Hyperliquid is once again in the limelight after clocking a massive $40.7 billion in trading volumes last week. As a result, it has managed to move ahead of its competitors like Aster and Lighter. This comes as the demand for leverage and decentralization remains…

Crypto Exchange BTCC Sees 809% Surge in Tokenized Gold as Prices Hit Record Highs

BTCC reported more than $5.72 billion in tokenized gold trading volume for 2025, marking a landmark year for precious metals on the blockchain. Gold-Backed Tokens Outperform Volatile Cryptocurrencies Cryptocurrency exchange, BTCC, announced a landmark year for precious metals on the blockchain, reporting more than $5.72 billion in tokenized gold trading volume for 2025. The surge […] Source

Bitcoin Records Large Exchange Inflows As Price Climbs — What Next For BTC?

Semilore Faleti is a cryptocurrency writer specialized in the field of journalism and content creation. While he started out writing on several subjects, Semilore soon found a knack for cracking down on the complexities and intricacies in the intriguing world of blockchains and cryptocurrency. Semilore is drawn to the efficiency of digital assets in terms of storing, and transferring value. He is a staunch advocate for the adoption of cryptocurrency as he believes it can improve the digitalization and transparency of the existing financial systems. In two years of active…

Google Play Policy Shift Threatens Crypto Exchange Access in South Korea

Google is rolling out updated crypto app requirements in South Korea, a move that could significantly restrict access to offshore crypto exchanges by tying app availability to local regulatory clearance.  According to South Korean media outlet News1, starting Jan. 28, crypto exchange and wallet apps listed on Google Play in South Korea must upload documentation proving that their Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) registration with the country’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has been accepted.  Google reportedly clarified that developers listing crypto exchange and custodial wallet apps must upload proof of…