According to PANews, Base APP is set to undergo a strategic shift, focusing primarily on trading to enhance demand and distribution of various assets. Jesse Pollak, co-founder of Base, shared an announcement highlighting three key user feedback points: the app previously emphasized social features excessively, resembling traditional Web2, and lacked support for diverse asset trading; there is a strong market demand for high-quality asset trading; and the information flow should comprehensively display on-chain dynamics, including applications, stocks, prediction markets, and social tokens. In response, Base APP will implement specific adjustments: prioritizing the development of trading functions to drive capital towards rapidly growing asset categories; introducing more high-quality assets on-chain; and adopting a 'finance-first' user experience design that integrates social features, such as copy trading, information flow trading, and leaderboards, on top of financial functionalities.

According to Odaily, the Polygon Foundation announced on the X platform that the PIP-69 proposal is now live. This proposal allows validator share tokens to be displayed as dPOL at a 1:1 ratio, aiming to improve wallet visibility and expand the utility of staked POL. The dPOL tokens possess full ERC-20 functionality, simplifying the creation of POL liquid staking tokens (LSTs) and enhancing DeFi composability. Users with staked POL will see these tokens in their wallets, which may appear as dPOL, dPOL1, or dPOLa4, depending on the wallet used.

According to Foresight News, ETHGas has announced the completion of its Discord community interaction snapshot. Due to high demand for Gas ID production on the platform, users are required to queue and may need to retry if issues persist. Refreshing the page will not reset or affect the queue position. Previously, ETHGas stated that a snapshot would be taken on January 19 at 8:00 UTC+8 to determine user eligibility for the 'Genesis Harvest' event. Eligibility will be assessed based on proof of pain, which considers historical Gas fee consumption through Gas ID, social contribution value, and community engagement.

According to Odaily, U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Wednesday that despite the Department of Justice's criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, he currently has no plans to dismiss him. Trump remarked to Reuters that it is too early to determine what actions he might ultimately take. When asked if he would attempt to remove Powell from his position, Trump responded, "I currently have no such plans." Regarding whether the investigation provides a reason for action, Trump added, "At present, we are adopting a wait-and-see approach regarding him, and we are considering our next steps. However, I cannot disclose details. It is too early now."

According to PANews, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis President Neel Kashkari expressed contrasting views on cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence during a virtual event. He described cryptocurrency as "essentially useless" for ordinary people, citing a lack of practical applications for average consumers. In contrast, he praised artificial intelligence for its utility, despite most companies still being in the testing phase. Kashkari expressed optimism about the U.S. economic outlook, predicting continued growth and noting that inflation is moving in the right direction. He highlighted signs of cooling in housing prices. On monetary policy, he dismissed the notion that the recent expansion of the Federal Reserve's balance sheet equates to a new round of quantitative easing, emphasizing the importance of central bank independence. Regarding tariffs, he stated that their impact has not been as severe as anticipated, although the long-term effects remain to be seen.

According to Odaily, AGGX, a project focused on next-generation GPU and AI computing infrastructure, has announced the successful acquisition of $2 million in its ongoing strategic funding round. The investment was led by Ternary LEC Fund, EF Investment & Partners, Spacebar Venture, along with two other strategic investors. The core team of AGGX comprises AI PhDs and university professors from the United States. They have developed an innovative GPU sharding solution that virtualizes a single GPU into over 30 on-chain nodes. This technology aims to provide scalable, low-latency computing services for GPU-intensive workloads in both Web2 and Web3 ecosystems, while also enhancing cost efficiency.

According to Foresight News, the Polygon Foundation announced the official launch of the PIP-69 proposal. This initiative maps validator share tokens to dPOL in a 1:1 format, expanding the use cases for staked POL. The upgrade enables these tokens to possess full ERC-20 functionality, simplifying the creation of POL liquid staking tokens (LST) and enhancing DeFi composability. Depending on the user's wallet, these tokens may appear as dPOL, dPOL1, or dPOLa4.

According to the announcement from Binance, the platform will add U as a new borrowable asset on both Cross and Isolated Margin. This update will also include the introduction of U/USDT and U/USDC trading pairs on Cross and Isolated Margin, scheduled for 2026-01-15 at 10:00 (UTC). Binance advises users to exercise caution, as newly listed tokens can exhibit significant volatility. Traders are encouraged to implement stringent risk management strategies when engaging with these assets. For those interested in the specifics, Binance provides a comprehensive list of marginable assets, including details on limits, collateral ratios, and rates, which can be found in the Margin Data section. This development is part of Binance's ongoing efforts to expand its margin trading offerings, providing users with more options for leveraging their digital assets. The introduction of U as a borrowable asset is expected to enhance trading flexibility and opportunities for users on the platform. As always, Binance emphasizes the importance of understanding the risks involved in margin trading and encourages users to educate themselves on the platform's trading features.

The layer-1 blockchain restored operations after a six-hour consensus halt, marking its second major disruption since launch in 2023.

According to Cointelegraph, the U.S. Senate Banking Committee has postponed its scheduled markup of a crypto market structure bill, originally set for Thursday, due to ongoing negotiations. Committee Chairman Tim Scott announced late Wednesday in Washington, DC, that the delay is necessary to continue bipartisan discussions aimed at securing broader support for the legislation. Scott emphasized the collaborative efforts involved, stating, "I’ve spoken with leaders across the crypto industry, the financial sector, and my Democratic and Republican colleagues, and everyone remains at the table working in good faith." He highlighted that the bill is the result of extensive bipartisan negotiations and incorporates feedback from various stakeholders, including innovators, investors, and law enforcement. The primary objective is to establish clear regulations that protect consumers, enhance national security, and ensure the future of finance is developed within the United States. The decision to delay follows a similar move by the Senate Agriculture Committee, which also postponed its markup of the crypto bill, initially planned for Thursday, to the end of the month. Republican Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman explained that the committee needs additional time to finalize the remaining details and secure the widespread support necessary for the legislation. This series of postponements underscores the complexity and significance of the proposed crypto regulations, as lawmakers strive to balance innovation with consumer protection and national security concerns. The ongoing negotiations reflect the commitment to crafting a comprehensive framework that addresses the diverse interests and challenges associated with the rapidly evolving crypto landscape.

According to ChainCatcher, cryptocurrency asset management firm Bitwise announced on January 14, 2026, its listing of seven cryptocurrency exchange-traded products (ETPs) on Nasdaq Stockholm. This move marks Bitwise's official entry into the Nordic market. The products, denominated in Swedish Krona (SEK), include Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and a diversified crypto asset portfolio. They are designed to offer Swedish investors the opportunity to invest in cryptocurrencies through ISK accounts.

Chinese AI leaders MiniMax and Zhipu AI have entered the capital market with a market value of over 100 billion yuan, while across the Pacific a16z announced the completion of a $15 billion fundraising. This is not only a capital event, but also a comparison of the national capabilities of China and the United States and two innovation paradigms in the technological era.

Jinse Finance launches its daily cryptocurrency and blockchain news bulletin, "Jinse at 8 AM," issue 2937, providing you with the latest and fastest news on the digital currency and blockchain industry.

Polymarket, from 100% cashback to 20%: The game behind Polymarket's fee adjustment. (Jinse Finance, timeline of events related to Polymarket fees)

Jinse Finance launches the "Jinse Web3.0 Daily," providing you with the latest and fastest news on MEME, DeFi, DAO, NFT, and the metaverse industry.

Elon Musk, the Ghost of X.com: Musk's Revenge Across 25 Years. Golden Finance: Some dreams don't die; they just wait for their chance.

Ahead of Thursday's highly anticipated price surge, the cryptocurrency industry spent yesterday reviewing and responding to new text.

The proposed digital currency is "a new vehicle for corruption that must be guarded against," and the Yao Qian bribery case is characterized as "a new type of corruption, hidden corruption."

The fourth episode of the TV documentary series "Never Stop, Never Back Down," titled "Technology Empowering Anti-Corruption," was broadcast. It analyzed the case of Yao Qian, the former director of the Technology Supervision Department of the China Securities Regulatory Commission.

Tonight at 8 PM, the fourth episode of the TV documentary "Never Stop, Never Back Down," titled "Technology Empowers Anti-Corruption," will air on CCTV, revealing details of the corruption involving Yao Qian, the former director of the Science and Technology Supervision Department of the China Securities Regulatory Commission, who accepted bribes using virtual currency.