Arizona lawmakers advanced two bills to exempt cryptocurrencies from property taxes, with one proposing a constitutional amendment for voter approval in November. The measures aim to clarify crypto taxation despite previous vetoes from Governor Katie Hobbs.

South Korea's Financial Services Commission (FSC) chairman, Lee Eok-won, has suggested transitioning from the current registration system for cryptocurrency exchanges to a formal licensing framework. According to NS3.AI, this proposal is part of the second phase of the Digital Asset Basic Act, which aims to enhance the regulatory framework and responsibilities of crypto trading platforms. The existing system mandates exchanges to renew their registrations every three years. However, the proposed licensing model seeks to establish a more robust legal foundation to increase market attractiveness.

2U2.ai, a decentralized meme infrastructure incubated by DreamTech, a comprehensive creative production platform in Japan, has launched a decentralized meme production and distribution protocol, aiming to reconstruct the meme culture production and dissemination chain. Through AI-driven creation tools and native dissemination mechanisms, the 2U2.ai Meme Layer provides the community with scalable meme production capabilities, making memes not just content and culture, but also fundamental units driving consensus, attention, and value flow. In its initial launch phase, 2U2.ai has attracted over 100,000 users through a series of activities, and its product model has completed initial validation. Next, the project plans to launch an airdrop incentive mechanism and continuously iterate product features to further expand the application boundaries of memes in community expression, cultural narratives, and on-chain value synergy. The goal is to make memes more than just content; they will become a core infrastructure module of the on-chain ecosystem.

Japan's financial regulator, the Financial Services Agency (FSA), has opened a public consultation on draft implementing rules concerning cryptocurrencies, electronic payment instruments, and financial institutions. The draft clarifies the specific implementation requirements following the revision of the Payment Services Act in 2025, including updated official announcements, administrative guidelines, and related regulatory rules. The draft covers several aspects, including the designation of bonds as underlying assets, a regulatory framework for electronic payment instruments and crypto-related intermediary services, and updated regulatory guidelines for financial institutions and their subsidiaries. The public consultation will continue until February 27, 2026. After the necessary procedures are completed, the relevant regulations will officially take effect, and the results will be announced separately. Furthermore, the FSA is planning to adjust the overall regulatory framework, aiming to launch Japan's first spot crypto ETFs in 2028. The roadmap also includes reclassifying cryptocurrencies as "specified assets" under the Investment Trust Act, pushing for a reduction in the crypto capital gains tax from a maximum of 55% to a uniform 20%, and reserving space for further strengthening custody and investor protection standards. (Cryptobriefing)

Ethereum spot ETFs have seen a total net outflow of $63.53 million, according to ChainCatcher. Data from SoSoValue indicates that the Grayscale Ethereum Mini Trust ETF ETH recorded the highest single-day net inflow of $9.99 million yesterday, bringing its historical total net inflow to $1.653 billion. In contrast, the BlackRock ETF ETHA experienced the largest single-day net outflow of $58.97 million, with its historical total net inflow reaching $12.427 billion. As of the time of reporting, the total net asset value of Ethereum spot ETFs stands at $18.154 billion, with an ETF net asset ratio of 4.98% and a cumulative historical net inflow of $12.355 billion.

According to GMGN data, the market capitalization of Base ecosystem's Meme coin CLAWD briefly touched $33 million, and is currently trading at $31.17 million, representing a daily increase of approximately 170%. Odaily reminds users that Meme coin prices are highly volatile, and investors should be aware of the risks.

According to SoSoValue data, Bitcoin spot ETFs saw a total net outflow of $147 million yesterday (January 27th, Eastern Time). The BlackRock ETF (IBIT) experienced the largest single-day net outflow, at $103 million, bringing its historical total net inflow to $62.816 billion. The Fidelity ETF (FBTC) followed with a net outflow of $44.5591 million, while its historical total net inflow is $11.415 billion. As of press time, the total net asset value of Bitcoin spot ETFs is $114.989 billion, with an ETF net asset value ratio (market capitalization as a percentage of Bitcoin's total market capitalization) of 6.44%, and a historical cumulative net inflow of $56.354 billion.

According to SoSoValue data, Ethereum spot ETFs saw a total net outflow of $63.5334 million yesterday (January 27th, Eastern Time). The Ethereum spot ETF with the largest single-day net inflow was the Grayscale Ethereum Mini Trust ETF (ETH), with a net inflow of $9.9868 million. ETH's historical total net inflow has reached $1.653 billion. The Ethereum spot ETF with the largest single-day net outflow was the BlackRock ETF (ETHA), with a net outflow of $58.9679 million. ETHA's historical total net inflow has reached $12.427 billion. As of press time, the total net asset value of Ethereum spot ETFs is $18.154 billion, with an ETF net asset value ratio (market capitalization as a percentage of Ethereum's total market capitalization) of 4.98%. The historical cumulative net inflow has reached $12.355 billion.

Bitwise has established a Delaware statutory trust as a preliminary move towards launching an ETF linked to Uniswap. According to NS3.AI, this action does not involve an immediate filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The development comes after the SEC concluded its investigation into Uniswap Labs, indicating a shift in regulatory focus from enforcement to structural and liquidity aspects within the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector. Industry experts highlight that custody and liquidity are crucial factors for the approval of such financial products. Uniswap’s UNI token continues to demonstrate strong trading volumes, although operational complexities remain a challenge. The evolving regulatory landscape suggests a growing interest in addressing these complexities to facilitate the integration of DeFi into traditional financial systems.

Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin recently shared his views on prediction markets during an interview with ForsightNews. According to BlockBeats, Buterin criticized platforms like Polymarket for promoting short-term bets such as 'which team will win next week' or 'whether Bitcoin's price will rise or fall in an hour.' He argued that these short-term wagers lack significant social value in the long run. Buterin emphasized that while prediction markets are theoretically successful as tools, there is a need for more meaningful applications. Reflecting on his own experience, he revealed that he used $440,000 as principal last year on Polymarket and earned $70,000. His strategy involved identifying markets that had entered a 'crazy mode' and betting against the occurrence of irrational events. This approach, he noted, often proved profitable when market sentiment became irrational.

Vitalik, in an interview, discussed potential intersections between AI and cryptocurrency. According to Foresight News, he identified several promising areas for exploration. Firstly, AI's inability to open accounts with traditional banks makes cryptocurrency a viable option for AI agents needing funds to execute tasks. Secondly, AI can participate in prediction markets, offering more accurate information as traders. Lastly, blockchain technology can be used to verify whether content is created by humans or generated by AI.

The wheels of history are relentlessly grinding against the crypto world—that once-hidden "tax haven" is about to face its reckoning.

Standard Chartered says U.S. banks could lose more than $500 billion in deposits to dollar-backed stablecoins by the end of 2028, with regional banks most at risk. The shift is driven by faster, easier stablecoin payments and growing demand for yield, which is pulling money away from traditional bank accounts.

A former U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission lawyer has publicly backed Ripple’s argument that speculation alone should not automatically subject cryptocurrencies to federal securities laws, weighing in on a growing regulatory battle as lawmakers debate the CLARITY Act and the future of U.S. crypto oversight.

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The key to RWA in 2026 lies in its ability to be distributed and used at scale. As cash yields normalize, investment demand may expand from money markets and credit tokens to commodities, stocks, real estate, and differentiated strategies.

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Nick Timiraos, writing for "The New Fed Watch," notes that Federal Reserve officials are divided on when inflation data will be sufficient to support further rate cuts. Following three consecutive rate cuts since last September, Fed officials are expected to pause rate cuts this week.

The launch of the US CFTC's "Future Preventive Plan" marks a new era in global encryption regulation, moving from "passive enforcement" to "proactive regulation."

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