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Kaspersky has reported that the crypto-stealing malware Stealka has been distributed through fake game mods and pirated software on GitHub, SourceForge and Softpedia. The infostealer has targeted browser credentials, session tokens and 115 extensions tied to wallets, password managers and 2FA tools too. The post Gamers at Risk as Fake Roblox Mods Spread Crypto-Stealing Malware appeared first on Cryptonews.

A crowded release slate buried plenty of standout games this year, so we’ve pulled together a list of hidden gems that still deserve your attention.

A burst of social-media sleuthing has focused on alleged redaction failures in newly released DOJ documents—raising real questions about digital security and viral misinformation.

Bybit has said it will discontinue services for Japanese residents and begin phased account restrictions in 2026 after warnings from Japan’s FSA. Users have been told to complete Level 2 ID verification by Jan. 22, 2026. The exchange has also launched an E.U. platform under MiCA amid stricter rules. The post Bybit to Exit Japan in 2026 Over Regulatory Compliance Issues appeared first on Cryptonews.

Crypto market maker DWF Labs settled its first physical gold trade, signaling a rare move into legacy commodities amid surging bullion prices. DWF Labs, a cryptocurrency-focused market maker, has expanded into physical commodities after settling its first physical gold transaction, a rare move for a crypto-native company as precious metal prices continue to break record highs. On Monday, managing partner Andrei Grachev said DWF Labs had “just settled our first gold trade,” describing it as a test tranche involving a single 25-kilogram gold bar. Grachev said the company plans to scale the operation, with ambitions to trade physical silver, platinum and cotton. Notably, the transaction was completed using conventional bullion custody and settlement infrastructure, rather than blockchain-based rails. Read more

The Central American country’s economy is projected to grow 4% this year, the IMF said.

Digital asset treasury companies — the year's worst performers — were also hardest hit on Tuesday.

Arizona lawmakers have weighed Sen. Wendy Rogers’ package: SB 1044 would exempt virtual currency from taxation, SB 1045 would bar local taxes or fees on blockchain node operators, and SCR 1003 would exclude virtual currency from property tax. Voters would decide the broader changes in 2026 at polls. The post Arizona Eyes ‘Tax-Free’ Status: New Bill Seeks to Ban Local Crypto Taxes appeared first on Cryptonews.

Cheap transfers for Bitcoin users are raising fresh concerns about miner profitability.

Bank of Russia has outlined a plan to unify crypto rules by July 1, 2026, letting retail investors buy select liquid coins after testing and a 300,000-ruble cap, while qualified buyers face fewer limits. Illegal intermediaries would face liability from July 1, 2027. Chainalysis ranked Russia top 10. The post Bank of Russia Targets 2026 for Strict Crypto Regulation Framework and New Penalties appeared first on Cryptonews.

The Wall Street giant's move — should it come to pass — would further legitimize crypto and increase distribution channels, said ClearStreet's Owan Lau.

With the Trump administration and many pro-crypto officials taking office, 2025 saw significant changes in US crypto policy, with ripples likely extending into 2026. Many crypto industry leaders and users anticipate significant changes in the US regulatory environment over the next 12 months, as various policy changes and legislation begin to take effect. Although the inauguration of US President Donald Trump in January 2025 did not mean an immediate end to all digital asset regulation, many of the administration’s policies, from dismissing enforcement cases of crypto companies by the Securities and Exchange Commission to signing a stablecoin bill into law, signal apparent differences to previous US presidents and their chosen regulators. “I expect an increasing number of jurisdictions to establish clear and transparent regulatory frameworks for the crypto industry, which should facilitate broader participation,” Ruslan Lienkha, YouHodler’s chief of markets, said in a statement shared with Cointelegraph. “Con...

Ethereum has been described by William Mougayar as a public good akin to the Internet. His framework values captured fees, wide flow value across apps and markets, and trust surplus from lower verification costs and counterparty risk, as dependency on the settlement layer grows over years, globally. The post Ethereum Is Emerging as a Global Public Good – and That Changes How It Should Be Valued, Says William Mougayar appeared first on Cryptonews.

The IMF says negotiations for the sale of El Salvador's wallet are ”well advanced,” but President Nayib Bukele claimed that his government wouldn't stop buying Bitcoin. Update (Dec. 23, 10:09 pm UTC): This article has been updated to include a statement from the IMF and clarify details on the Chivo sale. The International Monetary Fund’s mission chief for El Salvador issued a statement confirming that government authorities were proceeding with negotiations for the sale of the country’s Chivo Bitcoin wallet. In a Monday statement, the IMF said El Salvador’s government was continuing to discuss its Bitcoin (BTC) project with the fund’s officials, and “negotiations for the sale of the government e-wallet Chivo are well advanced.” A spokesperson said there were separate discussions regarding Bitcoin purchases. Read more

Megawatts are still trading hands, and the AI trade is very much alive, according to investment banker Joe Nardini, as miners pivot to HPC and buyers chase scarce power.

Bank of Russia outlined a new framework intended to let retail and qualified investors buy crypto under defined tests and caps by 2027.

Ethereum trades near $3,100 resistance as accumulation builds, with charts showing upside toward $4,100 while short-term patterns warn of downside risk.

Ethereum has seen corporate treasuries and U.S. spot ETFs hold 10.72% of supply as exchange reserves have dropped to 10.5%. BlackRock has filed for a staking-enabled trust, while Ethereum has secured $12.5B in tokenized RWAs and settles $1.6T monthly stablecoins. NFT sales have fallen 87% since 2021 The post Institutions Corner 11% of ETH Supply as Exchange Balances Hit Record Lows appeared first on Cryptonews.

The battle for control of Aave, the $52 billion decentralized lending giant, has escalated from a debate over interface economics into an open civil war regarding governance legitimacy. What began as a dispute over $10 million in annualized swap fees and brand ownership has, in the last 24 hours, mutated into a bitter procedural fight […] The post Aave prices are crashing as insiders warn a “hostile” holiday vote could destroy the protocol’s dominance appeared first on CryptoSlate.

The announcement comes just days after Bybit said it had returned to the U.K.