Brie Carter

Bitcoin’s recent sell-off has exposed a widening divide in crypto markets between long-term buyers who see opportunity and analysts warning of deeper structural weakness.

Two UK-registered cryptocurrency exchanges, Zedcex and Zedxion, have been sanctioned by the US Treasury for processing transactions linked to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, marking the first time digital asset exchanges have been blacklisted under Iran-specific financial authorities.

Barton Gold (ASX:BGD) launched an 8,000-meter reverse circulation drilling program at its Challenger Gold Project in South Australia.

Microbiome health specialist Biome Australia (ASX:BIO) has bolstered its North American presence by entering into a distribution partnership with Fullscript.

Nex Metals Explorations (ASX:NME) has entered into an agreement with Arika Resources (ASX:ARI) to divest its 20% interest in the Yundamindra and Kookynie Gold Projects.

KMD Brands (ASX:KMD) recorded a turnaround in its 2026 financial year performance, spearheaded by a major sales recovery at Kathmandu

The European Commission has launched formal infringement proceedings against multiple EU member states for failing to correctly implement new crypto tax transparency and regulatory requirements.

Tether reported holding more assets than liabilities at the end of 2025, according to an independent assurance report released on Jan. 30.

Kraken has officially listed the HYPE token from Hyperliquid for spot trading on its platform.

The United States Department of the Treasury has sanctioned two UK-registered cryptocurrency exchanges linked to Iran’s financial system, marking Washington’s first direct move against digital asset platforms under its Iran sanctions programme.