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Crypto Wallets Emerge as Competitors to Neobanks
Jamie Elkaleh, the Chief Marketing Officer of Bitget Wallet, discussed with Decrypt the platform's transition from a simple crypto wallet to a comprehensive finance application that integrates cryptocurrency with traditional finance. This development aligns with their mission of "Crypto for Everyone." - (Sponsored post by Bitget Wallet)
Interviews
Jan 5, 2026
Interviews
Engaging discussions and in-depth analyses with leading figures in the cryptocurrency world.
Trump files a $5 billion lawsuit against JPMorgan! Ledger gears up for $4 billion IPO! “Crypto Adoption is now irreversible,” states PwC!
Major cryptocurrencies are experiencing declines, while Gold approaches $5,000 and Silver nears $100; BTC is down 1% at $89,100; ETH has dropped 2% to $2,925; SOL has decreased by 2% to $127; and XRP is down 2% to $1.90. ZRO saw a 15% increase, AXS rose by 10%, and DASH climbed 8%, leading the upward movers. Ledger is preparing for an IPO worth $4 billion, with assistance from Goldman Sachs, Jefferies, and Barclays. Ripple's CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, forecasted that cryptocurrency could reach new heights in 2026, attributing this potential to increasing regulatory clarity and institutional engagement. In a separate legal matter, President Trump has initiated a lawsuit against JPMorgan, claiming $5 billion in damages due to alleged politically motivated “debanking.” BitGo had a strong start in its stock market debut but ended its first trading day just above its $18 IPO price. BlackRock's CEO, Larry Fink, advocated for a unified blockchain for tokenization to prevent corruption and facilitate scalability. Kansas has introduced a bill for its own Bitcoin Strategic Reserve. PwC indicated that institutional adoption of cryptocurrency has reached a critical turning point, as regulatory frameworks shift from draft proposals to active enforcement. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reiterated the Trump administration’s commitment to ensuring U.S. leadership in the crypto space and backing a strategic Bitcoin reserve.
Crypto rebounds as Trump alters stance on tariffs! BitGo announces a $2.1 billion IPO! Solana’s SKR token skyrockets 250% FDV!
After President Trump's shift on EU tariffs, major cryptocurrencies have rebounded; BTC is up 2% at $89,900; ETH has risen 2% to $2,995; SOL increased by 2% to $130; and XRP is up 3% to $1.94. CC saw a 15% growth, SKY increased by 11%, and SAND rose by 10%, leading the positive movers. The crypto market experienced over $1 billion in liquidations as Bitcoin made a significant recovery following Trump's announcement of a retreat from proposed tariffs. Vitalik Buterin suggested implementing native DVT staking to enhance Ethereum’s security and decentralization, indicating ongoing experimentation at the protocol level. BitGo announced its IPO at $18 per share, which values the company at approximately $2 billion. The Senate Agriculture Committee confirmed that its version of the Clarity Act will proceed to markup next week despite lacking bipartisan support. Mortgage lender Newrez is considering allowing Bitcoin and Ethereum to count towards mortgage qualifications, applying discounted valuations to factor in crypto's volatility. In Hong Kong, regulators are moving to issue licenses for stablecoins under a new framework that enforces strict compliance, reserve, and operational standards. Russian courts have ruled that cryptocurrencies are classified as property under the law, establishing a legal precedent for future civil and criminal cases. President Trump expressed hopes to sign the crypto market structure bill soon, despite existing legislative hurdles and disagreements regarding regulatory scope. Saga’s EVM blockchain has halted operations following a $7 million hack, with the stolen funds being transferred to Ethereum. Steak ’n Shake has launched a Bitcoin bonus initiative for hourly employees, allowing them to earn a portion of their wages in BTC.