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Crypto investors in Germany are facing a major regulatory shift. Starting in 2026, gains from $Bitcoin, $Ethereum, and other digital assets will no longer rely solely on voluntary tax reporting. Instead, a new legal framework will introduce automatic reporting of crypto transactions to tax authorities, significantly increasing transparency across the market. New Law Introduces Automatic Crypto Reporting The new regulation establishes a system where crypto-related income and transactions are systematically collected and reported to tax authorities. Until now, tax offices largely depended on investors to disclose crypto gains themselves. Under the new rules, this information will be transmitted automatically, reducing…

GMATRIXS, a Web3-centered blockchain entity, has partnered with ModelForge, a popular on-chain AI infrastructure provider. The partnership aims to drive AI-led innovation within the Web3 network. As GMATRIXS mentioned in its official X announcement, the development is set to merge the blockchain-focused vision with the inclusive AI infrastructure. Thus, the move attempts to streamline the development, deployment, and scaling of intuitive systems across decentralized and gaming environments. 🎉 Excited to announce our new #Partnership with @Model_Forge🛜 ModelForge is an all-in-one AI infrastructure platform built to simplify how intelligent systems are created, deployed, and scaled.#Gmatrixs #ModelForge #Web3 #AI #BlockchainGaming pic.twitter.com/Wcii2erd6X —…

U.S. shutdown risk rises to 38% as Congress leaves town with no budget deal; January 31 deadline fuels uncertainty. Stalled funding talks heighten market jitters; crypto may gain appeal as investors eye Bitcoin amid political gridlock. The risk of another U.S. government shutdown is climbing as Congress left Washington for the Christmas recess without finalizing a budget deal or setting a clear path forward. With the January 31 funding deadline fast approaching, uncertainty is growing around federal operations, markets, and broader economic stability. Adding to the concern, Polymarket data now shows a 38% chance of a U.S. government shutdown, signaling…

Crypto exchanges in 48 countries are to collect investor transaction data under new global tax rules. The move lays the groundwork for automatic cross-border crypto tax reporting starting in 2027. Authorities say the shift marks a major change in how crypto gains are tracked worldwide. Crypto investors across dozens of countries are entering a new phase of oversight. Crypto tax data collection is set to begin in 48 countries, ahead of the global rollout of the Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF). The framework, developed by the OECD, is designed to give tax authorities clearer visibility into crypto activity worldwide. While automatic…

Cache Wallet, a renowned non-custodial Web3 wallet provider, has partnered with SynapseAI, a next-gen decentralized AI ecosystem. The partnership attempts to merge decentralized AI with secure digital asset management in the Web3 sector. As per Cache Wallet’s official X announcement, the development combines the robust wallet infrastructure with the collaborative AI infrastructure. Hence, the development underscores a wider market trend toward the inclusion of AI-led insights into the user-first security within the decentralized world. Partnership Announcement 🚨@synapseainet 🤝 @CacheWalletWe’re pleased to partner with SynapseAI, a decentralized AI ecosystem that brings open, collaborative AI services to Web3, enabling smarter tools, insights,…

Key Takeaways Hong Kong prosecutors have charged Chu Ka-fai, an internet celebrity, with three additional counts of money laundering connected to the JPEX crypto fraud case. Chu is accused of laundering approximately HK$18.8 million through several banks between November 2020 and August 2023. Hong Kong prosecutors have added three new money laundering charges against Chu Ka-fai, a crypto influencer known as “Master Zhu,” in connection with the JPEX crypto fraud case, according to local reports. The 34-year-old defendant played a key role in promoting the JPEX crypto exchange, which allegedly defrauded thousands of investors in Hong Kong. The case is…

Vital Block Security has announced its support of Metis as a blockchain network for Smart Contract Auditing and Security Services as part of its ongoing effort to expand on Layer-2 Security Solutions (2026). This announcement is yet another step towards fulfilling Vital Block’s vision of creating complete Security Infrastructure on many different Blockchain Platforms. Strengthening Layer-2 Security Infrastructure This partnership is as strategically timed, given that the Layer-2 solutions have been dominating all conversations about scaling on Ethereum, and Metis is an Ethereum Layer-2 solution created with optimistic Rollup technology, but with additional benefits such as its native decentralized storage…

As the Fed’s first interest rate decision of 2026 approaches, market expectations are clearly reflected in the forecasting markets. According to Polymarket data, the strongest scenario for the Fed’s interest rate decision on January 28, 2026, is that interest rates will remain unchanged. According to forecast contracts traded on Polymarket, the probability of no change in interest rates is overwhelmingly high at 85%. A 25 basis point rate cut is priced at 15%, while a 50 basis point or greater cut remains at a very low 1%. The scenario of an interest rate increase is almost entirely ruled out by…

Ilya Lichtenstein, who was sentenced to five years in prison in November 2024 after pleading guilty to charges tied to the 2016 Bitfinex cryptocurrency exchange hack, was released from prison after just 14 months behind bars. “Thanks to President [Donald] Trump’s First Step Act, I have been released from prison early,” Lichtenstein said on X on Thursday. “I remain committed to making a positive impact in cybersecurity as soon as I can.” Trump signed the First Step Act, a prison and sentencing reform bill proposed and approved by legislators in 2018, purportedly aimed at saving taxpayers money. Lichtenstein thanked his…

Galaxy Digital says stablecoins are already handling half of ACH’s transaction volume. Regulatory clarity in 2026 could push stablecoins deeper into everyday U.S. payments. Banks, payment firms, and institutions are moving on-chain faster than many expected. Stablecoins are no longer just a tool for crypto traders. They are on track to challenge one of the most important payment systems in the U.S. financial system. In its latest annual predictions report, Galaxy Digital said stablecoins could surpass the ACH in transaction volume by 2026, pointing to rapid growth in both usage and adoption. ACH currently powers everyday payments like payroll, bill…