Latest from Olivier Acuna
Ledger said to seek $4 billion IPO in New York, tripling 2023 valuation: FT
Ledger is working with Goldman Sachs, Jefferies and Barclays to list in New York, potentially tripling its last valuation, the Financial Times reported.
Bitcoin, ether ETFs to become more powerful as options rule relaxes: Crypto Daybook Americas
Your day-ahead look for Jan. 23, 2026
Binance applies for EU crypto license in Greece under MiCA framework
The exchange confirmed it has applied for regulatory approval under the MiCA regime, part of a broader effort to regain footing in major markets.
Russia’s ruble-pegged stablecoin helped evade sanctions to the tune of $100 billion
Elliptic says the ruble-pegged A7A5 processed nearly 250,000 onchain transactions, demonstrating how stablecoins facilitate cross-border flows under sanctions pressure.
Crypto regulation to become global reality this year, PwC says
PwC says 2026 is when crypto rules go live globally, reshaping stablecoins, compliance, and the race to become the industry’s most trusted hub.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong spars with France’s Central Bank chief at Davos over yield and ‘bitcoin standard’
Ripple’s Brad Garlinghouse called the WEF panel ‘spirited’ as Coinbase’s CEO defended bitcoin and stablecoins, while Villeroy warned of threats to monetary sovereignty and financial stability.
Iran’s central bank bought $507 million USDT to underpin rial, report finds
Elliptic traced more than $500 million in USDT tied to Iran’s central bank, suggesting the stablecoin was used to manage foreign-exchange pressures and build a “sanctions-proof” alternative to dollar banking.
Trump's Davos speech likely to set the tone as bitcoin holds under $90,000: Crypto Daybook Americas
Your day-ahead look for Jan. 21, 2026
Solayer unveils $35 million fund for real-time DeFi, AI and tokenization apps on infiniSVM
Funded by Solayer Labs and Solayer Foundation, the effort targets onchain apps with revenue and high usage potential.
Trump Media sets date for airdrop of digital tokens to DJT shareholders
Crypto.com will mint nontradable tokens for DJT shareholders on Feb. 2, as Trump Media expands its blockchain rewards strategy.
