Most people chase what might pop next week. That’s not the game here. This list is built for the next few years, companies with strong products, real users, and business models that can keep stacking revenue and cash flow even when the market gets noisy. If prices stay messy in 2026, that can b

In Iran and Libya, countries ravaged by sanctions and civil war, electricity is no longer just a public service but has become a hard currency that can be "financially exported." When hospitals go dark due to power outages, Bitcoin mining rigs never stop running. This energy arbitrage game reveals the absurdity and imbalance of resource allocation. This article is adapted from a piece in On-Chain Revelation, compiled, translated, and written by Foresight News. (Previous context: The Central Bank of Iran secretly hoarded 500 million USD worth of USDT last year! It was revealed that this was used to stabilize the Rial exchange rate and respond to international sanctions.) (Additional background: Night of the risk asset scare, under what conditions would the US go to war with Iran?) Table of Contents 1. Power Run: When Energy Becomes a Financial Tool 2. Two Countries, Two Mining Histories Iran: From "Export Energy" to "Export Hashpower" Libya: Cheap

The article explores the relationship between the game's economic system and player experience, using World of Warcraft and Roblox as examples, pointing out that the success of such games is that gold is not an endgame value and encourages creativity rather than repetitive labor. In contrast, Web3 games turn players into tools for capital and scripting due to repeatable behavior and free-withdrawal asset settings, ultimately leading to failure. Therefore, blockchain is not suitable for all types of gaming experiences.

In brief Brave is launching a multi-week “vault heist” game across its browser, X, and Discord starting February 3. More than 4,000 players have already pre-registered for the competition. The company says it's using the game to test whether entertainment-driven mechanics can broaden

The Trump administration has begun negotiations with Denmark over Greenland, with the U.S. proposing "permanent access rights" and resource extraction rights, while Denmark insists on the 1951 Defense Agreement. In this diplomatic contest, Denmark aims to frame the Greenland issue as a matter of European sovereignty to strengthen its bargaining position and counter U.S. pressure. This game of chess concerns sovereignty and control, and future negotiations will impact America's tangible influence in the region.

MegaETH is a newly launched ultra-high-performance EVM L2 project, with a public sale oversubscribed by 27.8 times and $20 million raised. Users can participate in game interactions to earn potential airdrops. The project has strong backing, including well-known investors such as Ethereum founder Vitalik and others.

Author: Nancy, PANews There are so many good assets in the world, Bitcoin is no longer as sexy. When gold broke through $5,000 to reach a historic high, Bitcoin was in a deep sleep. A "debate" about Bitcoin is fermenting within the cryptocurrency community, and people can't help but ask, "Can the story of 'digital gold' continue?" Recently, crypto KOL @BTCdayu shared the perspective of a Bitcoin OG who has sold over 80% of their Bitcoin holdings, openly stating that Bitcoin is facing a fundamental shift in its narrative layer. This viewpoint quickly sparked heated discussions within the community. New traders, new pricing logic In the first half, Bitcoin was the golden age of recognition realization, with the stage mainly belonging to a few early accumulators and infrastructure builders. But in the second half, the game rules have fundamentally changed. With the approval of Bitcoin spot ETFs, Strate

Author: Guo Xiaojing, Tencent Technology Editor | Xu Qingyang Top AI models in the world can pass medical licensing exams, write complex code, and even beat human experts in math competitions, but they repeatedly struggle in a children's game called "Pokémon." This eye-catching attempt began in February 2025, when a researcher from Anthropic launched a Twitch live stream titled “Claude Plays Pokémon Red,” to coincide with the release of Claude Sonnet 3.7. 2,000 viewers flooded into the live stream. In the public chat, viewers brainstormed and cheered for Claude, gradually transforming the broadcast into a public observation of AI capabilities. Sonnet 3.7 can only be described as “playing” Pokémon, but “playing” does not mean “winning.” It gets stuck for dozens of hours at critical points.

Pi Network has rolled out two major updates for its community in late January 2026. The project launched WordPi Beta, a new word game inside the Pi Browser and activated the Stellar Protocol v25 upgrade on its mainnet. Together, these moves show Pi’s focus on user experience and core

Hideo Kojima clarifies that "Metal Gear Solid 2" is not a prophecy about AI; instead, it explores the impact of digital society. He emphasizes that the game focuses on digital control and information overload, rather than the future he hopes to avoid. Kojima also predicts that future remakes will be executed by AI, hoping that humans can focus on creating new experiences.

Pi App Studio launches no-code payment integration, now live on the testnet. AI-guided steps support conversational payment modes such as game continuation. Creators can build applications and set prices in the Pi browser, with earnings limited to Test Pi; mainnet transfers are not supported.

By providing more individualized, entertaining experiences, AI is assisting casinos in cultivating more patronage. Casinos may utilize AI to reward players who consistently visit their platforms, guaranteeing a steady stream of bonuses that entices them to return for more. The most cutting-edge o

PGA Tour Rise, a mobile blockchain golf game set for a 2026 release, will feature empire-building gameplay, allowing players to buy, sell, and trade tokenized items through Skale's Base network. The game aims to provide real-world rewards and seamless transactions for enhanced user experience.

Elon Musk agrees that AI will generate GTA6 within the next few minutes, automatically determining preferences without prompts. Vercel and Epic Games CEOs support "text-to-GTA" technology. However, Take Two's CEO emphasizes that game commercial success involves creativity, marketing, and talent, and relying solely on AI makes it difficult to create a blockbuster hit.

In a dramatic de-escalation, former President Donald Trump announced a "framework of a future deal" regarding Greenland following talks with NATO, simultaneously withdrawing threats of sweeping tariffs against European allies. The declaration, emerging from high-stakes discussions at the World Economic Forum in Davos, immediately reversed a risk-off sentiment that had gripped financial markets. This move highlights the profound interconnectedness of modern geopolitics, Arctic security amb

The Federal Reserve faces a dilemma between cutting interest rates and maintaining independence, with the market expecting high interest rates to persist longer. Next week's meeting is expected to keep rates unchanged, and Powell needs to uphold the central bank's credibility. Increased political pressure may influence policy, which is beneficial to the market in the short term but could trigger volatility in the long term. Global financial markets should closely monitor this game over monetary policy independence.

Author: Nikka / WolfDAO( X : @10xWolfdao ) In 2026, the cryptocurrency market will become more polarized, with RWA, Meme coins, and privacy coins forming two major investment camps. Institutions are betting on the RWA tokenization revolution, which, despite an expected market size of over one trillion USD, faces risks such as low liquidity and regulatory delays; Meme coins are making a comeback but remain a game of existing assets, with hidden risks of unlocking selling pressure; privacy coins have limited rebound potential, caught in a dilemma between compliance and ideology. The article points out that it is difficult to find Alpha in a single track, and opportunities lie in the intersection of these three areas of innovation. The optimal strategy for retail investors may be to hold BTC/ETH and wait for signals, avoiding the risks of chasing highs and holding onto assets they cannot sell. A class division is unfolding Are you all in on RWA and other institutional narratives, or continue to

When the NYSE planned to develop stock on-chain and enable 24/7 trading, crypto industry talents realized that the crypto sector had not taken over Wall Street. Multiple acquisitions in 2025 revealed a harsh reality: token holders are neither creditors nor shareholders; they are simply fans who purchased high-priced membership cards. (Background: Circle officially launches IPO: stock ticker CRCL, target valuation $6.7 billion, with JPMorgan, Citigroup, and Goldman Sachs as lead underwriters) (Additional context: The turning point of cryptocurrency: 2026, when the rules of the game are fundamentally changed) Table of Contents The Era of Choosing One As Long as There Are People, Not Just Tokens The Dilemma of DeFi Dividends Rights Mapped, So What?

Author: Nancy, PANews Historically, in the battle for customer acquisition in finance, "giving users a share of the profits" has always been the simplest and most effective weapon. More than ten years ago, Yu'e Bao used visible and easily calculable returns to break through ordinary people's understanding of financial products and launched a positive challenge to traditional finance. A similar game is now being replayed across the ocean. In recent days, Wall Street elites and crypto-native giants have been fiercely contesting the market structure legislation concerning stablecoin yields. One side attempts to safeguard the high walls of traditional finance through regulation, while the other tries to compete for market share with real money. Turning our gaze back to China, the digital renminbi is undergoing a crucial upgrade. As is well known, over the years of pilot programs, red envelope incentives, scene-based promotion, and policy pushes have been repeatedly attempted, but the digital renminbi has yet to truly enter the homes of ordinary people. With the launch of Digital RMB 2.0 this year, which now has the ability to generate interest, it has finally provided users with a

Elon Musk agrees that AI can quickly generate games similar to "GTA 6" in the future, but developers emphasize that while AI can improve efficiency, the core creativity still requires humans. The success of a game depends not only on graphics but also on marketing and talent integration. The value of AI lies in assisting creation, not replacing it.

The New York Stock Exchange launches a "dual exchange" strategy, operating traditional and blockchain trading systems in parallel. This move aims to break through the "innovator's dilemma," utilizing traditional cash flow for the development of digital exchanges, promoting on-chain assets and the issuance of native digital securities, and further enhancing market position. Wall Street views cryptocurrencies as mainstream financial tools, rewriting the rules of the financial game.

Crypto YouTuber and long‑time altcoin bull Lady Of Crypto from Market Lab has released one of the bleakest post‑2021 takes on the market: not only is alt season delayed, she argues, the industry no longer deserves one. The video’s core claim is blunt. Bitcoin has pushed to all‑time highs, while

Author: Common Sense Investor (CSI) Translation: Deep Tide TechFlow Deep Tide Guide: As the macro environment undergoes dramatic changes by 2026, market logic is experiencing a profound shift. Veteran macro trader Common Sense Investor (CSI) presents a contrarian view: 2026 will be the year when bonds outperform stocks. Based on the heavy interest expense pressure on the US government, the deflationary signals released by gold, extremely crowded bond short positions, and the imminent trade conflicts, the author believes that long-duration US bonds (such as TLT) are at an explosive point with an "asymmetric game" advantage. At a time when the market generally considers bonds "uninvestable," this article uses rigorous macroeconomic mathematical reasoning to reveal why long-term bonds might become the highest-yielding asset in 2026.

Robert Kiyosaki net worth is estimated at $100 million despite $1.2B in debt backed by assets. The "Rich Dad Poor Dad" author built his fortune through book royalties, speaking fees, real estate, and the Cashflow board game, though his company filed bankruptcy in 2012 after a $24M lawsuit.

GRAM Ecosystem, a popular cross-chain Web3 gaming entity, has partnered with EtherForge, a Web3-based strategy simulation game project. The partnership endeavors to advance the Web3 gaming experiences for users across chains. As GRAM Ecosystem pointed out in its official X announcement, the joint in

JupUSD, Jupiter's new stablecoin, offers users real yield through bonds, prioritizing fairness and inclusivity in DeFi. Backed by BlackRock and USDC, it allows users to earn while trading, setting a new standard for onchain finance.

Highlights of this Issue The weekly coverage period for this issue spans from January 9, 2026, to January 16, 2026. This week, the total on-chain RWA market cap steadily increased to $21.22 billion, with the number of holders surpassing 630,000. The growth is mainly driven by the expansion of the investor base; the total market cap of stablecoins remained relatively flat, but the monthly transfer volume surged by 45.63%, with a turnover rate reaching 27.3 times, highlighting that the market has entered a phase of “stock game deepening.” Institutional large-scale settlements and derivatives collateralization are driving high-speed circulation of existing funds, forming a unique pattern of “high liquidity, low growth.” On the regulatory front, the US is experiencing a heated “internal war” over stablecoin yields. Coinbase is actively lobbying against restrictions but has been rebutted by executives from JPMorgan and Bank of America. The CLARITY Act has become a focal point of contention between traditional banks and crypto, with a hearing postponed to January 27; Dubai is tightening stablecoin regulations, while South Korea has approved securities-type tokens.

It’s game day. The fridge is stocked. The snacks are ready. Your friends are on their way. For the next few hours, you’ll be glued to the box as the match unfolds, play by play, bottle by bottle, fist pump by fist pump. You ain’t going anywhere until the final whistle sounds. For sports fans, game

"Fantasy Beast Paru" recently announced the launch of a physical card game, sparking player concerns that its model is similar to "Pokémon." Designer Buckley responded strongly to the criticism, stating that critics should spend their time enjoying other games. The developer promised that the development of the card game and the main game will not affect each other, and plans to release an official version to further develop the project.

Yarn Spinner team refuses to integrate AI based on labor rights and development ethics. They criticize current technology for becoming a tool for corporate layoffs, deviating from the original intention of helping creators. (Background summary: 5 lines of code driving Silicon Valley crazy! Australian sheep herder breaks open AI programming singularity) (Additional background: OpenAI rumored to spend 3 billion USD to acquire "automatic programming神器 Windsurf," competing for the Vibe Coding big business opportunity) Table of Contents Past Future Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) As the most influential open-source narrative scripting tool in the indie game community, Yarn Spinner's stance is crucial for many developers. In this official article, the team explains in a sincere and firm tone why they choose to refuse to include generative AI in their tool.

In 2026, the account "택배기사" (Courier) topped the rankings in "League of Legends" with a 92.3% win rate, revealing the disruptive impact of AI in esports. This event sparked heated discussions about the legitimacy and future development of the esports industry. The full involvement of AI challenges the value and roles of human players, leading the industry to redefine players and technology. In the future, a coexistence ecosystem of humans and AI may emerge, prompting game design to focus more on human traits rather than pure competition.

Writing by: FinTax 1 Introduction By the end of 2025, Poland will have engaged in intense negotiations over the regulation of crypto assets. According to an official announcement from the Polish government, on December 9, 2025, the Council of Ministers approved a draft law on the crypto asset market submitted by the Minister of Finance and Economy. After the law was vetoed by the president on December 2, it was resubmitted with the same wording. This deadlock has made Poland one of the few EU countries that has not yet completed domestic legislation to implement the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA). Meanwhile, the EU's DAC8 (Directive on Administrative Cooperation in the Field of Taxation) officially came into effect on January 1, 2026. As a formal regulation for the EU's local adoption of the OECD's Crypto Asset Reporting Framework (CARF), DAC8 aims to incorporate crypto assets into international tax transparency standards, enhancing

Written by: APRO Team Prediction markets are humanity's collective bets on uncertainty. Prediction, one of humanity's oldest economic and social activities, is undergoing a thorough reconstruction from the underlying logic to the superstructure, driven by the wave of blockchain technology. The prediction market track has never been closer to its moment of destiny. It is no longer just a DeFi branch or a compliant gambling platform, but an awakening super asset market — the Internet Expectation Market (IEM). IEM is not simply a game, probability prediction, or a generalized gambling product. Its revolutionary significance lies in the fact that it has, for the first time, systematically encapsulated expected events (Expected Value, EV), which were previously difficult to standardize and finance, into circulating, tradable, hedgable, and composable financial products. It has pioneered a way to transcend securities, tokens, and

Professor Zhou Guan-nan of National Chengchi University Business School recently criticized short-term trading as a negative-sum game that is detrimental to retail investors and does not create social value. Renowned trader Giant Jie strongly countered, questioning Zhou Guan-nan's theory as detached from practical reality and lacking understanding of real-world application. CoinKarma founder Benson believes that short-term and long-term trading each have their market roles, and providing liquidity and price discovery are equally important. This debate between academia and practitioners has sparked a heated discussion in the investment community, revealing fundamental differences between theory and practice.

Is the crypto market still ruled by hype, or has the meme coin game finally grown up? Bulls have charged through cycles, penguins have slid through bear winters, and plenty of peanuts were spilled chasing empty pumps. Recent price action from Dogecoin and Pepe shows how fast sentiment can

Polymarket recently introduced a fee mechanism to counteract arbitrage activities by high-frequency trading bots, initially offering a 100% rebate which has now been reduced to 20%. This change aims to protect market makers' interests and improve market liquidity while monitoring bot activity, attempting to promote a fairer trading environment.

Market Trends The current cryptocurrency market shows mixed gains and losses, with overall momentum recovering. Bitcoin successfully reclaimed the $92,000 level, driven by buying from US investors and short squeeze pressure, boosting short-term bullish sentiment. On the macro front, as more than 50 countries worldwide officially begin implementing the CARF (Crypto Asset Reporting Framework) for tax data collection, regulatory pressure on centralized exchanges is prompting funds to flow into decentralized protocols. The market is holding its breath awaiting the final confirmation of CPI data, presenting a oscillating upward game pattern overall. Mainstream Coins BTC Regains upward momentum, successfully stabilizing above $92,000. If it can effectively hold this level, a path toward $100,000 will open. Supported by expectations of slowing inflation and ongoing ETF attention, short-term retracements are opportunities for confirmation. It is recommended to monitor the support strength at $90,500 - $91,000, and avoid

Author: Brian, Gua Tian Laboratory W Labs (Continuing from Part One) "Hong Kong RWA Storm (Part One): From Frenzy to Reconstruction, Analyzing the Strengths of the Nine Major Factions" 7. AlloyX — The "Hybrid Aggregator" Connecting DeFi Liquidity and Real Assets In the grand narrative of Hong Kong RWA, if HashKey and OSL are building "heavy asset" infrastructure similar to Nasdaq or bank vaults, then AlloyX represents another agile force in the RWA market — a "DeFi native aggregator." As a Web3 financial technology company originating from San Francisco, later fully acquired by Hong Kong-listed broker Solowin Holdings (NASDAQ: SWIN), AlloyX plays a unique role in the Hong Kong RWA landscape.

Professor Zhou Guan-nan from NCCU and trader Giant Jie engaged in a heated debate over ETF 00981A. Zhou criticized short-term trading as a negative-sum game and questioned the behavior of online influencers offering courses. Giant Jie retorted that Zhou is a novice trader and accused his academic theories of being impractical. The entire verbal sparring drew widespread attention and discussion.

Written by: Lawyer Liu Honglin Recently, I’ve been quite busy with work and haven’t paid much attention to market trends. Yesterday, I opened an app and immediately saw a promotion for the stablecoin USD 1 issued by the Trump family, boldly claiming an “annualized current yield of 20%.” Reflecting on the recent high yield of up to 0.5% for digital renminbi savings, I can’t help but feel that American capitalism’s scythe is still swinging too fiercely. This reminds me that after Circle went public in June 2025, there were similar high-yield USDC money-throwing activities on multiple platforms. This time, Binance strongly recommends USD 1, which seems to indicate that CZ is once again trying to “pursue progress” in the United States. Of course, the purpose of writing this article today is not to gossip, but to discuss the essence behind the phenomenon. In the crypto world, stablecoins offering “high-yield sheep’s wool” like this will continue to exist, but the underlying...

On an apparently ordinary Sunday in January 2026, when X product lead Nikita Bier announced the "Smart Cash Tag" plan, the most sophisticated financial transformation surgery in social media history had just completed its first critical incision. This is not a simple feature update but a systemic engineering effort that directly converts discussion flow into capital flow. Before the community's protests against algorithm suppression had subsided, the platform had already quietly completed its transformation from a "speech square" to a "pre-trading hall." The cryptocurrency community misunderstood the essence of this game. They thought they were fighting for "speech visibility," while X's engineers were building a financial infrastructure capable of real-time valuation of global attention. The Smart Cash Tag appears to be a tool for more precise financial discussion, but in essence, it transforms every tweet, every tag, and every interaction into traceable, analyzable, and ultimately monetizable data.

Author: Nancy, PANews It's 2026, and logically, the NFT story should have been over long ago. NFTs that once sold for astronomical prices are now mostly just forgotten small images; many NFT projects are struggling to transition, sell, or shut down; the once top-tier event NFT Paris recently announced its suspension and even got entangled in refund disputes. During consecutive years of downturn, with hot money retreating and narratives failing, "NFT is dead" seems to have become a market consensus. However, in the week of 2026, the NFT market surprisingly shows signs of recovery, with prices rising and trading volume increasing. Is NFT really back? What are the players who still remain in the game doing now? A New Year’s Kickoff, Prices Rise as if from a Dream Entering 2026, the long-silent NFT market finally

On Tuesday morning (8:30 a.m. EST), bitcoin’s price action danced between $91,800 and $92,479 today, carving out a narrow but significant range in a broader game of “will they or won’t they” among traders. With a market cap firmly seated at $1.83 trillion and a hearty $44.68 billion in 24-hour

Is short-term trading ultimately a zero-sum game unfavorable to retail investors, or an indispensable part of the market? Professor Zhou Guan-nan of National Chengchi University Business School's sharp critique has sparked heated discussion in the investment community. Renowned traders and founders of the crypto industry have also expressed vastly different viewpoints, igniting a fierce debate on the nature of investment and the role of the market. (Previous context: Dissecting the Korean crypto market: Who is behind the 16 million users and the narrative?) (Additional background: A trader on BNB chain bought "I'm coming" and it skyrocketed 1720 times! From 85 to over $140,000) Table of Contents Zhou Guan-nan: Short-term trading does not create positive social value Giant Jie strongly counters: Theory detached from practice, questioning academic criticism motives Benson: Short-term and long-term each have their market roles Professor Zhou Guan-nan of Taiwan's National Chengchi University Business School recently posted on Facebook, directly pointing out that "stock

A mysterious account named "택배기사" appeared in Hanbok, playing 56 ranked matches in just two days with a 93% win rate, and temporarily ranking in the top four, sparking player speculation whether it is Elon Musk's AI team or a professional player's alt account. Community discussions were divided, but it was ultimately guessed that the account might belong to LCK substitute player Roamer's alt, and there are no more game records. The article emphasizes that AI entering the esports field will change the boundaries between humans and machines.

"Uma Musume" developer Cygames has established Cygames AI Studio to develop game animation-specific small models to avoid ChatGPT copyright disputes. They are recruiting AI vocalists, reinforcement learning, and language model engineers to train using internal group data. The parent company CyberAgent is promoting the AI Japanese drama "TOKYO Shrine Maiden Ninja," and the Japanese gaming industry is actively adopting AI.

"Uma Musume" Developer Cygames Establishes AI Subsidiary Cygames AI Studio to Develop Game and Animation-Specific Small AI Models, Actively Recruiting Singers and Engineers. In Fact, Cygames' Parent Company Has Been Actively Using Generative AI for Content. Uma Musume Developer Cygames Establishes AI Subsidiary, Focused on Small Models --------------------------- Famous for "Uma Musume Pretty Derby," Japanese game giant Cygames recently announced the establishment of a subsidiary, "Cygames AI Studio." The company's goal is to develop AI and provide tools to create a cyclical system that expands creators' creativity, rather than just using tools to improve work efficiency. Based on the experience accumulated by the development team, they aim to enable creators to

American Bankers Association wrote to the Senate on January 5th, warning that if stablecoins can generate interest, it could lead to a $6.6 trillion deposit outflow and impact lending capacity. JPMorgan Chase countered that stablecoins and deposits are complementary tools, not a zero-sum game. OpenPayd's director believes competition can strengthen the market, while Bitlease's founder criticized banks for spreading fear, stating that the main reason for capital outflows is the lack of competitiveness in banking products.

A five-year跨越, involving 127,271 Bitcoin (currently worth approximately $15 billion), is placing cryptocurrency at the center of the global geopolitical game. The massive Bitcoin assets of Cambodian scam empire leader Chen Zhi mysteriously disappeared after being "looted" by hackers in 2020, and suddenly reappeared in a wallet controlled by the U.S. Department of Justice in 2025. The Chinese technical report pointed out that this four-year "silence" is highly unusual, and its operational pattern "more closely resembles a state-level hacking organization." This controversy, dubbed "Black Eats Black" by public opinion, not only questions the boundaries of "on-chain justice" but also nakedly reveals how national power penetrates the crypto realm, writing a shocking chapter in the fight for asset control in the digital age.