Author: Bpay News
Country
Regulatory Body
Action Taken
Date of Action
Remarks
Hungary
Szabályozott Tevékenységek Felügyeleti Hatósága
Blocked access to Polymarket’s domain and subdomains
Recently
Users reported being unable to access the platform.Portugal
Gaming Regulation and Inspection Service (SRIJ)
Ordered platform to cease activity
Recently
Access was still available for some users.
Key Point
Details
Transaction Date
2026-01-20 11:48
Amount Purchased
9,939 ETH
Value of Purchase
$30.85 Million
Current ETH Holdings
636,240 ETH
Total Value of Holdings
$1.97 Billion
Future Plans
May increase holdings after borrowing $20 million USDT from Aave V3
Summary
Trend Research ETH purchases represent a significant move in the crypto market.On January 20, 2026, Trend Research acquired 9,939 ETH worth $30.85 million from Binance, showcasing their confidence and investment strategy.
Key Points
Bitcoin’s price failed to reach new highs after peaking at $98,000.The broader crypto market is experiencing a decline, consistent with the losses in U.S.
Key Indicator
Status
Implication
Bitcoin Price
Above $90,000
Potential bullish momentum if support holds.Hash Ribbons Indicator
Transition to recovery phase
Indicates reduced selling pressure from miners.
Key Areas
Description
Transition to Tokenized Cash
ICE’s move away from traditional banks, embracing tokenized cash for NYSE trades.New Trading Platform
Aims to launch a platform for US equities and ETFs using stablecoins and blockchain integration.
Holding
Allocation (Million $)
Weight (%)
Stretch (STRC)
210
N/A
Strife (STRF)
97.5
0.69
MSTR common stock
90
0.64
Stride (STRD)
73
0.51
Summary
The BlackRock PFF ETF is a key player in the market for preferred stocks, holding a total of $380 million across various securities.By strategically investing in notable names such as Stretch (STRC) and Strife (STRF), the ETF showcases its commitment to generating reliable income through preferred stock investments.
Key Point
Explanation
Importance of KYC in Prediction Markets
KYC measures are essential in prediction markets to prevent insider trading and ensure market integrity.Challenges with Non-KYC Markets
Non-KYC markets make it nearly impossible to track insider trading since there is no link between wallets and real identities.
Key Point
Details
Federal Reserve Financial Losses
Treasury Secretary Mnuchin claimed that the Federal Reserve lost tens of billions due to the timing of asset purchases.Powell’s Supreme Court Hearing
Mnuchin criticized Powell’s presence at the Supreme Court’s Cook hearing, calling it a mistake and highlighted the need for the Fed’s monetary independence.
Key Point
Details
Regulatory Action
The SRIJ has ordered Polymarket to cease operations in Portugal within 48 hours.Reason for Order
Polymarket lacks a gaming license in Portugal and has violated local laws regarding betting on real events.
Key Point
Details
Tightened Oversight
Hong Kong plans to increase regulation over digital asset firms, impacting their operations.Risks for Crypto Firms
Compliance firms may have to cease operations due to immediate licensing requirements.