Forbes: Binance continues to dominate, leading in trading volume

Forbes released the 'Global Trusted Crypto Exchange List', which states that Binance continues to dominate global crypto trading. As of now, Binance has over 245 million registered users, with an average daily spot trading volume of $14 billion, accounting for a quarter of the global $62 billion.

The report also mentions that by November 2024, the total number of unique visitors to 57 global crypto service providers reached 445 million. Among them, Binance has 75 million unique users, accounting for 17% of the total global visitors.

In addition, the report also points out that while maintaining market dominance, Binance will further strengthen its compliance efforts.

US SEC approves Bitwise Bitcoin and Ethereum Combo ETF

According to Deep Tide TechFlow, on January 31, the US SEC approved Bitwise's Bitcoin and Ethereum Combo ETF. Bitwise's new fund will hold both spot Bitcoin and Ethereum simultaneously.

NYSE applies to convert Grayscale XRP Trust to ETF

According to Wu Shuo, the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has filed a 19b-4 form to apply for the listing and trading of Grayscale XRP Trust, meaning it will be upgraded or converted to an exchange-traded fund (ETF).

Grayscale launches Bitcoin Mining ETF MNRS listed on the New York Stock Exchange

According to ChainCatcher, Grayscale has launched a Bitcoin Mining ETF (MNRS), which is traded on the New York Stock Exchange Arca. MNRS tracks the performance of the Indxx Bitcoin Miners Index, providing investors with opportunities to invest in global Bitcoin mining companies.

Trump's official watch goes on sale, supports Bitcoin and TRUMP token payments

According to Foresight News, Trump's official watch has begun sales on its website, supporting payments via Bitcoin or TRUMP tokens on the Solana chain. This limited edition watch series is numbered. Users opting to pay with TRUMP tokens can select the 'Solana Pay' payment option on the website.

JPMorgan analysis: Bitcoin has the highest correlation with Russell 2000 tech stocks

According to BlockBeats, JPMorgan analysts found that Bitcoin has the highest correlation with small-cap tech stocks, especially in the Russell 2000 tech sector. This correlation peaks during strong performances or sell-offs in the tech market. JPMorgan analysts point out that cryptocurrencies are more correlated with smaller tech stocks because cryptocurrencies rely on venture capital, and blockchain/crypto innovations are often the focus of small tech companies.

Ethereum community holds informal on-chain vote supporting Danny Ryan as the new leader of the foundation

According to Wu Shuo, Ethereum community members have informally voted on-chain, electing former Ethereum Foundation researcher Danny Ryan as the next leader of the Ethereum Foundation with a support rate of 99%. The vote was initiated by 'votedannyryancom', with a total of 296 wallets participating, holding over 50,000 ETH worth approximately $160 million. The voting was conducted via on-chain signatures. Although this result is not legally binding, it reflects the community's recognition of Ryan's leadership.

Previously, Joseph Lubin also proposed that Danny Ryan and Jerome de Tychey, the president of ETH France, jointly lead the EF.

Currently, Vitalik still retains the final decision-making power regarding changes in the foundation's leadership.

US Q4 Core PCE Price Index annualized quarterly rate preliminary value is 2.5%, in line with expectations

According to BlockBeats, on January 30, the preliminary value of the US Q4 Core PCE Price Index annualized quarterly rate was 2.5%, in line with expectations, with the previous value being 2.20%.

US initial jobless claims dropped to 207,000 last week

According to BlockBeats, for the week ending January 25, initial jobless claims in the US were 207,000, lower than the expected 220,000, with the previous value being 223,000.