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On January 23, a high-frequency trader known as 'Pioneer of Short Selling' (0x3bcae) closed a short position of 68.95 BTC, incurring a loss of $14,000. According to BlockBeats, the trader currently holds only short positions with an unrealized loss of $15,000.

The address employs a high-frequency, multi-asset strategy, favoring overnight positions with strict risk management.

On January 23, fund managers' cash holdings have dropped to a historic low of 3.2%, reflecting an extreme bullish sentiment towards risk assets. According to BlockBeats, this data was revealed in the latest survey conducted by BofA Global Fund Manager. The decrease in cash holdings suggests that investors are increasingly confident in the potential returns from riskier investments, moving away from safer, cash-based assets.

Web3 asset data platform RootData has issued a transparency alert on Twitter, highlighting concerns over the funding information of projects such as ByteNova, Endless, Tune.FM, Ark of Panda, and Chainge. According to ChainCatcher, RootData is urging these projects to submit or update their information on its platform to improve their transparency scores. RootData has committed to ongoing monitoring and exposure of projects lacking essential information.

RootData's transparency score is designed to assess the completeness and timeliness of a project's information disclosure. The score ranges from A to F, with lower scores indicating less comprehensive information disclosure and higher risk of misconduct. Investors are advised to exercise caution with projects that have lower transparency scores.

Vitalik Buterin recently shared his thoughts on Bitcoin's inception, emphasizing its foundational mindset. According to Foresight News, Buterin highlighted that Bitcoin was created with a resistance to the impulse of chasing universally popular tools. Instead, it adhered to principles that focus on building and utilizing tools that safeguard user autonomy and freedom.

MilkyWay has completed its last protocol revenue distribution, allocating 92,708 USDC converted from fees in TIA, INIT, and BABY tokens to eligible community members. According to NS3.AI, participants in this distribution included MILK token holders, stakers, and liquidity providers, with a minimum threshold set at 1 USDC. The project is winding down and will permanently shut down due to lower-than-expected DeFi adoption and delayed funding solutions.

On January 23, a whale executed a high-leverage trade involving 4,212 ETH at 11:16, according to BlockBeats. The position was opened with a 25x leverage at an average price of $2,962.62, currently showing a slight unrealized loss.

The address has been actively trading ETH and BTC recently, primarily engaging in short-term, high-leverage isolated positions.

Cosmos Labs is reportedly in discussions with Circle about issuing a native USDC, according to Foresight News. The information was shared by tøny on Twitter, citing a recent Telegram chat where Cosmos Labs Co-CEO magmar disclosed the ongoing talks between the two teams.

Ethereum's mainnet has seen a significant increase in daily active addresses, surpassing all Layer 2 networks. According to ChainCatcher, data from Token Terminal indicates that the number of active addresses on Ethereum's mainnet has exceeded those on Layer 2 solutions. This development highlights Ethereum's continued dominance in the blockchain space, as it maintains a higher level of user engagement compared to its Layer 2 counterparts.

On January 22, XRP spot ETF experienced a net inflow of $2.09 million, according to ChainCatcher. This inflow was solely attributed to the Franklin XRP ETF XRPZ, marking a single-day net inflow of $2.09 million and bringing the historical total net inflow to $293 million.

As of the latest update, the total net asset value of the XRP spot ETF stands at $1.37 billion, with an XRP net asset ratio of 1.17%. The cumulative historical net inflow has reached $1.23 billion.

Stablecoins may account for up to 20% of bank deposits in certain emerging market countries, according to a report by S&P Global Ratings. The report analyzed the adoption of foreign currency stablecoins, primarily those pegged to the U.S. dollar, across 45 emerging market nations.

According to ChainCatcher, the adoption of stablecoins is driven by three main factors: pressure from local currency depreciation, demand for cross-border remittances, and the widespread use of digital assets. The motivations for adoption, ranked by importance, include wealth protection, remittances, international trade, and enthusiasm for digital assets. S&P Global suggests that countries experiencing high inflation show the greatest potential for stablecoin adoption. In the most aggressive scenario, stablecoins could reach 10-20% of bank deposits in the top 15 countries with the strongest demand for wealth preservation, particularly where local currency purchasing power is declining.

In January, blockchain analytics firm Artemis revealed that geographically, India and Argentina are unique cases globally, with USDC accounting for 47.4% and 46.6% of stablecoin usage in these countries, respectively.

Makina, a multi-chain DeFi execution engine, announced via Twitter that funds held by MEV builders have been returned. According to Foresight News, a 10% bounty was deducted as part of the SEAL White Hat Safe Harbor program. This means approximately 920 ETH was returned from the 1023 ETH initially received by MEV builders, while the total amount exploited was around 1299 ETH. The funds have been transferred to a dedicated recovery account. The primary focus remains on recovering the remaining funds, and any plans or timelines for distribution will be announced when feasible.

BlackRock's 2026 Thematic Outlook underscores Ethereum's pivotal role in the tokenized assets sector, positioning it as a key infrastructure for on-chain settlement and fee capture. According to NS3.AI, Ethereum held over 65% of tokenized assets as of early January 2026. However, its market share may face challenges as asset issuance diversifies across various blockchains and rollups increase off-chain transaction volumes.

The report highlights the complexities of a growing multi-chain ecosystem, which could impact Ethereum's dominance in fee monetization. This raises questions about the future of settlement fees directly linked to ETH and emphasizes the significance of organic, economic throughput in maintaining its position.

Central Maine Healthcare has reported a cybersecurity breach that occurred between March and June 2025, compromising the personal and health information of 145,000 patients. According to NS3.AI, the breach was discovered in June 2025, prompting an immediate investigation and notification to law enforcement authorities. In response to the incident, the healthcare provider is offering 12 months of free credit monitoring to affected individuals and has enhanced its security measures to prevent future breaches.

Bitcoin has recently fallen below the $90,000 mark, influenced by delays in the US Clarity Act. According to NS3.AI, these legislative delays are considered more significant for digital assets than changes in tariff policies. Despite the volatility, Bitcoin continues to show resilience, with institutional investors prioritizing productive capital deployment over simple holding strategies. The disruption in sovereign bond markets has emphasized ongoing structural pressures, revealing vulnerabilities in traditional safe-haven assets and impacting the risk appetite within the cryptocurrency market.

YZi Labs announced on X its strategic investment in BitGo's IPO as it debuts on the NYSE, backing "inevitably vital" regulated infrastructure required to onboard the next trillion dollars of institutional capital.BitGo is a U.S.-regulated, institutional-grade digital asset infrastructure platform that supports the full digital asset lifecycle, including staking-as-a-service for secure yield, and stablecoin-as-a-service.

Kingsport, Tennessee city council has given preliminary approval to a zoning ordinance that would allow cryptocurrency mining firms and data centers to establish operations within the city. According to NS3.AI, the ordinance requires one more vote before it can be fully implemented. This development indicates increasing local government backing for the establishment of crypto mining infrastructure.

U.S. stock markets saw gains as major indices closed higher. According to NS3.AI, the S&P 500 increased by 0.55%, the Nasdaq Composite rose by 0.91%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed by 0.63%. This upward movement indicates positive investor sentiment in the equity markets.

The advancement of the Clarity Act, a crucial cryptocurrency bill, has encountered delays. According to NS3.AI, Ron Hammond, who leads policy at Wintermute, maintains that the bill is still in a favorable position to be approved. Hammond highlighted the significance of maintaining momentum in political procedures during a recent conversation on Fortune’s Crypto Playbook.

The U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee has introduced a draft bill aimed at regulating the cryptocurrency market, including decentralized finance (DeFi) concerns. According to NS3.AI, the bill's advancement is hindered by partisan disagreements, with Democratic opposition stemming from political conflicts and concerns over consumer protection. Bipartisan support is necessary for the legislation to move forward. Meanwhile, the Senate Banking Committee's focus has shifted from crypto regulation to housing issues, which may lead to additional delays in the legislative process.

Toncoin (TON) has experienced a 67% decline in value over the past year, alongside a notable decrease in total value locked (TVL). According to NS3.AI, despite these setbacks, development within the Telegram ecosystem remains active. Telegram has incorporated AI into its decentralized Cocoon AI protocol, utilizing TON as the payment method for AI services, thereby promoting a self-sustaining crypto economy. This initiative is supported by Anthony Scaramucci and AlphaTON, who are optimistic about AI-driven growth and Telegram's extensive user base contributing to TON's recovery in the next 24 to 36 months.