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News 2026 January 7, 18:00 (2 days ago )

6h Crypto Recap: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin, TrustWallet — big moves

A security incident tied to #TrustWallet was framed as a roughly $7M hack, highlighting how crypto-friendly SMEs can be exposed through operational and wallet-security gaps. The discussion centered on practical weak points like access controls and transaction handling 🛡️.

#a16z_Crypto announced a $15M investment into Babylon’s “Baby” token initiative, with the aim of advancing BTC-related vault infrastructure. The update put fresh attention on #Bitcoin-adjacent yield and security designs.

#Crypto_com integrated the Lynq Network to support real-time institutional settlement. The move emphasized faster post-trade workflows for institutions using crypto rails.