KLEA Crypto Daily: Thursday, January 01, 2026

Published: January 2, 2026 – 00:03 UTC

Here’s a look back at the key stories from January 01, 2026.

Scam Allegations Surround New Privacy Layer-2 Project Shade Network

Shade Network, a newly launched privacy-focused Layer-2 blockchain project, faces intense scrutiny and allegations of potential scams, phishing risks, and lack of verifiable project fundamentals, raising concerns about user safety and project credibility.

Canton Price Breaks Out, Yet Two Metrics Question a Clean Run to $0.34

Canton Coin (CC) has broken out from its cup-and-handle neckline, entering price discovery with a current move near $0.16. The projected target of $0.34 represents a 141% move, but two metrics suggest the path may not be straightforward.

Jupiter Exchange Announces Jupiter Mobile V3

Jupiter Exchange has announced the launch of Jupiter Mobile V3, a significant development in their mobile platform. This update is expected to bring new features and improvements to enhance user experience.

Hacker Manipulates BROCCOLI(714) on Binance, Trader Profits $1 Million in Early 2026

A hacker gained control of a market maker’s accounts on Binance, manipulating the BROCCOLI(714) token to create artificial liquidity. Trader Vida detected the anomaly, capitalized on the pump, and made a $1 million profit, highlighting vulnerabilities in exchange risk controls.

China Breaks CBDC Orthodoxy: Digital Yuan to Pay Interest Starting 2026

China's digital yuan began accruing interest at demand deposit rates on January 1, 2026, diverging from the global consensus that CBDCs should not pay interest. This move challenges the ECB, Federal Reserve, and BIS principles, signaling a new era for digital currencies.

Tether Accumulates 8,888.8888888 BTC in Q4 2025

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino announced that Tether acquired 8,888.8888888 BTC in the fourth quarter of 2025, with an estimated total purchase of around 9,850 BTC. This significant acquisition, valued at approximately $876 million, highlights Tether's increasing presence in the cryptocurrency market.

Fed Expected to Aggressively Cut Rates in Early 2026, Economist Predicts

Moody’s Analytics Chief Economist Mark Zandi predicts that the Federal Reserve will aggressively cut interest rates in early 2026 due to a weak labor market, inflation uncertainty, and political pressures. Zandi anticipates three rate cuts in the first half of the year, each by 25 basis points, to address economic challenges.

Source: KLEA News