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Europe is tightening its regulatory framework on stablecoins, and Kraken is forced to adapt. Indeed, the exchange announced the withdrawal of USDT and other stablecoins for users in the European Economic Area (EEA) before March 31, in response to the requirements of the MiCA regulation. This text imposes strict criteria on stablecoin issuers and limits their circulation in Europe. Such a decision illustrates a major shift for the European crypto market. As Kraken joins the list of platforms that comply with this regulation, investors must now choose between adapting to the new constraints or exploring other solutions. This transition could reduce the accessibility of the most popular stablecoins, but also redistribute the cards among market players.

The crypto industry is evolving at a breakneck pace, with some players managing to establish themselves well beyond their original ecosystem. Tether, the undisputed leader of the stablecoin market, has just released a financial statement that illustrates its rapid ascent. In 2024, the company generated $13 billion in profits, while its reserves in U.S. Treasury bonds surpassed $113 billion, making it one of the largest global holders of these securities. At the same time, the issuance of USD₮ has reached a record level, with $45 billion injected into the market. While these performances confirm Tether's financial strength, they also raise questions about its macroeconomic impact and the regulatory challenges ahead.

The Solana blockchain recently recorded a 73% increase in its stablecoin supply, reaching $11.1 billion, following the launch of the memecoin $Trump on January 18, 2025. The launch of this memecoin led to a significant increase in activity on the network, with over 200,000 new users joining the blockchain.

Small bitcoin investors are intensifying their sales on Binance at the beginning of 2025, with transfers reaching 6,000 BTC in January. This trend sharply contrasts with the behavior of large whales, who maintain a more conservative approach in their movements.

OpenAI recently signed an agreement with the United States national laboratories to deploy its most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models for scientific research. This collaboration aims to strengthen the technological leadership of the United States and contribute to major advancements in several scientific disciplines.

Kicked out of the SEC but not off the radar, Gensler bounces back at MIT. Supreme irony: he will teach what he methodically fought against. New stance or even an imposture?

Advances in artificial intelligence (AI) offer numerous opportunities, but they also attract the attention of cybercriminals. Recently, Google's Threat Intelligence department released a report titled "Adversarial Misuse of Generative AI," highlighting attempts by hackers, including government-sponsored groups, to exploit their AI chatbot, Gemini.

The French economy ends the year 2024 on a worrying note with a contraction of 0.1% of its GDP in the fourth quarter. This situation arises in a particularly tense context, where the public deficit reaches the alarming level of 6% of GDP, placing France among the worst performers in the eurozone.

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The status of the US dollar in the global economy once again causes tensions. While the BRICS seek to free themselves from its hegemony, Donald Trump brushed aside any possibility of dedollarization. "There is no chance that the BRICS will replace the US dollar in international trade or elsewhere," he stated. This declaration comes at a time when China, Russia, and their allies are intensifying their efforts to limit their dependence on the greenback, particularly through exchanges in local currencies and the establishment of alternative financial infrastructures. Behind this statement from the American president, one question arises: is the dollar really unassailable, or are we witnessing the beginnings of a new monetary order?

While Elon Musk is launching rockets, his father Errol is catapulting a dubious memecoin. The goal? 200 million, a few family scandals, and a nice dose of crypto chaos.

Rents in France continue to rise in 2025, putting pressure on household budgets in a rapidly transforming real estate market. With an average cost of 723 euros per month including charges, the increase reaches 3.3% compared to 2024. This phenomenon, which spans the entire territory, reveals significant disparities between major metropolitan areas and more affordable cities. While some regions experience a surge in prices, others remain more accessible. What are the factors behind this rental inflation and which cities are the most affected?

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Pump.fun, the memecoin creation platform on the Solana blockchain, accusing it of selling unregistered securities and promoting "pump-and-dump" schemes. The complaint, filed on January 30, 2025, in a federal court in New York by Diego Aguilar, alleges that all cryptocurrencies issued on Pump.fun are "unregistered securities", representing an evolution of Ponzi schemes and pump-and-dump! The platform is said to have generated nearly 500 million dollars in fees related to these activities.

The world's largest cryptocurrency exchange is facing new accusations, this time regarding alleged links to Hamas. During a hearing in federal court in New York on January 30, Binance firmly rejected these allegations, seeking the dismissal of a complaint filed by the families of the victims of the October 2023 attacks.

The integration of bitcoin into the reserves of central banks deeply divides economic actors. On one side, some governors advocate for a diversification of assets to adapt monetary strategies to a changing world. On the other, the European Central Bank (ECB) takes a firm stance and categorically rejects any legitimacy of bitcoin as a store of value. This debate has taken on a new dimension following Christine Lagarde's statements. When asked at a press conference, the ECB president abruptly dismissed speculation, asserting that bitcoin did not meet any of the required criteria to be included in the central banks' reserves: "liquid, safe, and secure." This stance contrasts with that of the governor of the Czech National Bank, Aleš Michl, who is open to the idea of exploring new asset classes. This growing divergence illustrates the rift between a conservative approach to the financial system and a more pragmatic vision, championed by some decision-makers who seek to anticipate upcoming monetary transformations.

The crypto market is undergoing a profound transformation, and Bitcoin is more than ever the central element of the digital financial landscape. While previous cycles saw altcoins capitalize on BTC's rise to gain ground, the current dynamics are taking an unprecedented turn. Institutional investors are massively favoring Bitcoin, neglecting thousands of tokens that continue to proliferate. Its dominance index surged by 15.5% in January 2025, reaching nearly 59%, a level that illustrates a clear imbalance between BTC and the rest of the market. This rise to power is not solely due to the influx of capital. Political decisions, ETF performances, and the exhaustion of altcoins are contributing to reinforce the supremacy of the king of crypto. In light of these transformations, is Bitcoin on the verge of permanently detaching itself from the traditional crypto market?

Solana dominates 50% of DEX volume and surpasses Ethereum. Analysis of this rise to power that shakes up the crypto ecosystem.

The issuer of the USDT stablecoin has expressed concerns regarding the withdrawal of its crypto from European platforms. This decision, driven by the new MiCA regulation, could create a "disordered" market according to Tether and pose risks for European consumers.

The car manufacturer Tesla reported a substantial gain of 600 million dollars on its bitcoin investments in the fourth quarter of 2024, benefiting from new accounting regulations. This remarkable performance, announced during the quarterly earnings release on January 29, represents more than a quarter of the company's total profit for this period.

In a constantly changing world, where every political decision redraws the contours of power, a major phenomenon is emerging: the rise of the BRICS. This acronym, once seen as a symbolic grouping of major emerging economies, now asserts itself as a driving force of geopolitical balance. With the recent expansion of this bloc to new influential members, the global landscape is enriched with unprecedented dynamics, challenging the hegemony of Western institutions. While Donald Trump embarks on a second term in the United States, focused on a protectionist and isolationist policy, the rise of the BRICS represents a strategic challenge with profound implications.

The Chinese AI DeepSeek has caused an earthquake within American tech. The geopolitical power dynamics have just changed.

Once silent, crypto wallets are stirring: 36 million digital souls are exploring the blockchain, shaking up banks and traditions. The monetary revolution, like a rising tide, seems inexorable.

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The semiconductor industry has become the battleground of a technological war between the United States and China. Washington, concerned about preserving its strategic advantage in artificial intelligence, has already imposed several restrictions on the export of high-performance chips. Despite these measures, China has continued to make progress, prompting Donald Trump to consider further tightening the limitations aimed at Nvidia. This project could reshape the balances of the global AI market and weaken American companies. Between national security imperatives and economic stakes, this decision fits into a strategy aimed at curbing Beijing's technological rise. However, the effectiveness of these restrictions remains uncertain, as Chinese companies double down on efforts to circumvent these sanctions and develop their own alternatives.

The Salvadoran government has urgently passed a major amendment to its bitcoin legislation, abandoning the requirement for companies to accept BTC as a means of payment. This reform comes as part of a $1.4 billion loan agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

On January 29, 2025, the Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG), the parent company of Truth Social, announced its expansion into the financial services and cryptocurrency sector by launching a new brand called Truth.Fi. This initiative aims to offer separately managed accounts in partnership with Charles Schwab Bank, customized exchange-traded funds, as well as crypto-related services.

Bitcoin, despite its 10% increase since January, could face a major correction as gold outperforms with annual gains of 20%. This inverse dynamic between the two assets raises concerns about an imminent reversal in the crypto market.

The Lone Star State could become the first American state to officially establish a bitcoin reserve. Dan Patrick, the Lieutenant Governor of Texas, has included this project among the legislative priorities for 2025, marking a decisive milestone in the institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies in the United States.