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Bitcoin self-custody shields users from institutional risks — Trezor

By holding their own keys, Bitcoiners can hedge against centralization risks while reaping the benefits of Bitcoin adoption, Trezor’s Lucien Bourdon said. Source link

Trump’s executive order sparks $1.9B of inflows to crypto ETPs

Crypto ETPs posted another successful week amid US President Donald Trump signing a pro-crypto executive order and Bitcoin reaching a new high. Source link

Austrian crypto unicorn Bitpanda receives MiCA license in Germany

Bitpanda CEO Eric Demuth highlighted the importance of consistent and robust MiCA enforcement to ensure the framework’s efficiency. Source link

Global CBDC development faces challenges after US ban

CBDCs have little use for the US, but jurisdictions like the EU have good reasons to keep building wholesale CBDCs following Trump’s CBDC ban. Source link

‘Bitcoin reserve or nothing’ — Ripple slammed for pushing multi-asset reserve

The Bitcoin community is unhappy with Ripple pushing the creation of a diversified crypto reserve, slamming the firm for “prioritizing their own interests.” Source link

OKX receives pre-authorization for MiCA compliance via Malta hub

After setting up a dedicated MiCA hub in Malta in July 2024, OKX crypto exchange is inching toward receiving a full MiCA license. Source link

Does Ross Ulbricht’s pardon change the narrative of Bitcoin as a crime tool?

The community is celebrating Ross Ulbricht’s pardon, with many discussing how it could impact the public image of Bitcoin around the world. Source link

Tether USDt tops salary payments and savings in EU in 2024 — Brighty

Tether USDt was the top deposited currency by earners on Brighty last year, accounting for 85% of all crypto deposits. Source link

MicroStrategy bought 11K BTC the week before Trump’s inauguration

MicroStrategy’s latest Bitcoin purchase is the firm’s third acquisition in January and its largest buy in 2025. Source link

EU regulator urges firms to restrict non-MiCA-compliant stablecoins

The European ESMA regulator has urged crypto asset service providers to take measures regarding non-MiCA-compliant stablecoins by Jan. 31. Source link