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Tokenized gold volumes beat most ETFs as metal rallies toward $5,000

Crypto tokens backed by gold booked $178 billion trading volume last year, surpassing all but one major gold ETF, a report showed.

By Krisztian SandorJan 20, 2026

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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.

By Olivier AcunaJan 20, 2026

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Bitcoin falls below $89,000 amid new tariff war concerns, bond selloff: Markets Liveblog

Analysts, CoinDesk reporters and longtime industry participants weigh in on today's bitcoin, crypto and market price action.

By CoinDeskJan 20, 2026

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Michael Saylor's Strategy purchases another $2.13 billion in bitcoin

The company now holds 709,715 bitcoin, acquired for nearly $54 billion.

By James Van StratenJan 20, 2026

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