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Bangkok is set to host Wiki Finance Expo Thailand 2026 on April 24 at the Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park. As a premier gathering for the region’s financial innovation community, the event will bring together over 7,000 attendees, 50+ speakers, and 70+ exhibitors from across Asia and beyond to explore the next wave of fintech and digital finance.

The expo will delve into critical themes shaping finance in Southeast Asia and globally, including:

• Fintech & AI: Automation and intelligent solutions. • Digital Assets & Crypto: Market evolution and regulatory frameworks. • Forex & Liquidity: Next-generation trading infrastructure. • Web3.0, DeFi & DePIN: Decentralized finance and physical infrastructure networks. • Tokenisation & RWAs: Bridging real-world assets with blockchain. • Stablecoins & Payments: The future of digital settlement. • TradFi Convergence: How traditional finance integrates new paradigms. • ESG in Finance: Sustainable and responsible investment.

Attendees can expect a dynamic agenda featuring keynote addresses, interactive panels, startup showcases, and curated networking opportunities designed to foster meaningful connections among innovators, investors, and policymakers.

“Thailand represents one of the most vibrant fintech markets in Southeast Asia, with strong potential for cross-regional collaboration,” said Loki So, Chief Operating Officer of WikiEXPO. “This event aims to position Bangkok as a key dialogue hub where ideas and partnerships can flourish.”

Join the Event for free! Registration is now available at: https://www.wikiexpo.com/Thailand/2026/en/?c=D3vIvCla

Sponsor or Exhibit: Explore tailored partnership opportunities. Contact: Loki So Email: loki@wikiexpo.com Telegram: https://t.me/Loki_wikiexpo_coo

About WikiEXPO WikiEXPO is a global hub for financial innovation, uniting visionaries and leaders in fintech, forex, and crypto industries. With a worldwide community of over two million followers, our iconic summits—held in global capitals including Dubai, Hong Kong, Cyprus, Bangkok, Singapore, Sydney, South Africa, and beyond—attract over 10,000 attendees per event, sparking thousands of transformative partnerships annually. From cutting-edge startups to industry giants, we connect the brightest minds. After six years of rapid development, WikiEXPO has become one of the world’s largest and most influential events in the forex and crypto field. Join WikiEXPO to inspire, collaborate, and discover the future of fintech.

Event Details: Date: April 24, 2026 Venue: Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park, Thailand

Mark your calendars—April 24, 2026 in Bangkok. Let’s shape the future of fintech together!

Bangkok ospiterà il Wiki Finance Expo Thailand 2026 il 24 aprile presso il Bangkok
Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park. Come un incontro di primo piano per la comunità dell'innovazione finanziaria della regione, l'evento riunirà oltre 7.000 partecipanti, più di 50 relatori e oltre 70 espositori provenienti da tutta l'Asia e oltre per esplorare la prossima onda di fintech e finanza digitale.

L'expo approfondirà temi critici che plasmano la finanza nel sud-est asiatico e a livello globale, tra cui:

• Fintech & AI: Automazione e soluzioni intelligenti.

Il raduno più esclusivo del mondo per Web3, AI e asset digitali

Monaco — 23 gennaio 2026 — Dopo il successo clamoroso della sua edizione 2025, il WAIB Summit Monaco annuncia con orgoglio il suo ritorno il 9–10 giugno 2026, presso il prestigioso One Monte-Carlo, situato nel cuore della iconica Piazza del Casinò di Monaco.

Riconosciuto come uno dei summit più esclusivi al mondo per Web3, Intelligenza Artificiale e asset digitali, il WAIB Summit Monaco 2026 riunirà ancora una volta oltre 2.000 partecipanti globali, tra cui fondatori visionari, family office, investitori istituzionali, capitalisti di rischio, regolatori e decisori politici, marchi globali e leader di pensiero che plasmano il futuro della tecnologia e dell'innovazione.

Una serata su invito che unisce la leadership della moda, l'innovazione nell'IA e il Premio di Design della Moda IA. Si conclude con un DJ set di Nikka Lorak

BERLINO, Germania (Gennaio, 26, 2026) – La piattaforma fashion-tech yoona.ai ospiterà il yoona Fashion Summit: Digital Couture & Fashion AI il 29 gennaio 2026, posizionando l'evento come un momento di apertura culturale e strategica alla vigilia della Berlin Fashion Week. Progettato per leader della moda, designer e costruttori di tecnologia, il summit riflette un cambiamento più ampio dell'industria mentre l'intelligenza artificiale passa dalla sperimentazione all'infrastruttura fondamentale della moda.

A US-based crypto theft has been linked to the theft of nearly 1,000 BTC (approximately $90 million), according to an onchain investigation published by blockchain analyst ZachXBT on X.

The investigation alleges that the teenager gained unauthorized access to funds belonging to clients of Unchained by exploiting credentials connected to his father, who reportedly worked with a US government agency involved in seized asset management.

Luxury Spending Led to De-Anonymization

Following the theft, the suspect drew attention by publicly flaunting large crypto holdings and extravagant spending, which ultimately contributed to his identification within cybercrime circles.

ZachXBT identified the threat actor as “John” (also known as Lick), who was observed flexing over $23 million in crypto assets across wallets directly linked to more than $90 million in suspected thefts. The activity is believed to involve funds originating from US government seizure addresses and multiple unidentified victims.

Recorded Telegram Dispute Exposed Wallet Control

According to the investigation, John was exposed during a heated Telegram group chat dispute with another threat actor known as Dritan Kapplani Jr., where participants attempted to prove wallet balances in what is referred to within “The Com” cybercrime community as a band-for-band (B4B) challenge.

The entire interaction was recorded. In the first segment, John screen-shared his Exodus wallet, revealing a Tron address holding approximately $2.3 million. In a subsequent segment, while Dritan continued mocking him, an additional $6.7 million worth of ETH was transferred into the same wallet in real time.

Screenshots from the recordings were shared by ZachXBT as part of the research.

Following the B4B interaction, John consolidated roughly $23 million into the Ethereum address 0xd8bc, with recordings clearly demonstrating his control over multiple linked addresses. ZachXBT noted that additional wallets may be identifiable through further analysis of the footage.

Funds Traced to US Government Seizure Addresses

Tracing the funds backward, ZachXBT found that one of the wallets received $24.9 million in March 2024 from a US government-linked address associated with the Bitfinex hack seizure — an issue previously reported by the analyst in October 2024.

The same address is reportedly tied to over $63 million in inflows from suspected victims and government seizure wallets during Q4 2025.

Separately, another 4,170 ETH (approximately $12.4 million) was received earlier today from the crypto exchange MEXC, with the funds flowing into the same consolidation address 0xd8bc.

Prior Arrest and Ongoing Rumors

ZachXBT also highlighted John’s extensive Telegram history, where he frequently boasted about his net worth while disparaging others as “broke.”

Rumors circulating within cybercrime Telegram channels suggest the individual may be John Daghitia, who was reportedly arrested in September 2025. However, no official confirmation has been made regarding his identity at the time of publication.

The World’s Most Exclusive Gathering for Web3, AI, and Digital Assets

Monaco — January 23, 2026 — Following the resounding success of its 2025 edition, WAIB Summit Monaco proudly announces its return on June 9–10, 2026, at the prestigious One Monte-Carlo, located in the heart of Monaco’s iconic Casino Square.

Recognized as one of the world’s most exclusive summits for Web3, Artificial Intelligence, and Digital Assets, WAIB Summit Monaco 2026 will once again convene 2,000+ global attendees, including visionary founders, family offices, institutional investors, venture capitalists, regulators and policymakers, global brands, and thought leaders shaping the future of technology and innovation.

Building on the global momentum surrounding the Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix, the summit uniquely blends cutting-edge innovation, luxury, and elite networking—transforming Monaco’s peak international spotlight into a gateway for the future of finance and the internet.

A Proven Global Impact

The 2025 edition of WAIB Summit Monaco featured:

150+ speakers from leading global organizations, including Microsoft, Coinbase, OKX, Galaxy Digital, B2C2, and AS Monaco, alongside many other world-class brands and institutions

50 top global KOLs with a combined audience of 6+ million followers

2,000+ international attendees

Over 1.3 million social media impressions

This momentum firmly established WAIB Summit Monaco as a landmark event for influence, investment, and impact across the Web3 and AI ecosystem.

Previous Sponsors & Partners

WAIB Summit Monaco has been proudly supported by 150+ leading global organizations and institutions across Web3, AI, finance, and academia, including:

Crypto.com, Animoca Brands, Internet Computer Protocol (ICP), Stacks, Ledger, CAMP, Nosana, iVault, Paybis, and Imperial College London.

Their participation underscores the summit’s credibility and its position as a trusted platform for global leaders and innovators.

What to Expect in 2026

WAIB Summit Monaco 2026 will deliver an expanded program of curated experiences and exclusive side events—bringing together top global exchanges, global banks and institutional leaders such as Standard Chartered, BNP Paribas, and Galaxy Digital, leading global family offices and institutional asset managers, alongside representatives from the Principality of Monaco and Liechtenstein—designed to foster innovation, collaboration, and capital formation at the highest level:

Family Offices Exclusive Meetup
A private gathering connecting UHNWI, family offices, asset managers, and institutional investors in an intimate, trusted environment.

WAIB Summit Monte Carlo Awards
Honoring excellence and breakthrough innovation across Web3, AI, and Digital Assets—celebrating the pioneers shaping the future of the decentralized economy.

VC & Startup Pitching Sessions
A high-impact platform where selected Web3 and AI startups present groundbreaking innovations to leading venture capitalists and strategic investors.

AI & Web3 Hackathon
Bringing together developers, builders, and innovators—partnering with global communities and top universities to create the next generation of decentralized and intelligent applications.

Top KOL VIP Gala
An exclusive celebration of global leaders and creators in Web3 and AI, featuring private workshops and high-level discussions on creativity, technology, and influence.

AI Film Festival
A celebration of AI-driven filmmaking, positioning artificial intelligence as a new creative engine for cinema and storytelling—exploring the evolving relationship between the creator and the created. The festival brings together filmmakers, artists, AI creators, and philosophers to collaborate and showcase new forms of creative expression.

AI Film Awards Jury Members
Anthony Bourached — Associate Professor of Machine Learning & Creative AI at UCL,  Vincent Lowy — Former Head, ENS Louis-Lumière

Official Website: https://aifilmfest-monaco.com

The Moon Party
An unforgettable closing celebration beneath the Monaco and Monte Carlo night sky, set on the beach along the Riviera coastline, bringing together founders, investors, and visionaries.

Tickets & Access

Official tickets for WAIB Summit Monaco 2026 are now available.
Early-bird rates are available for a limited time.
Website: https://waibsummit.com

https://app.moongate.id/e/waibsummitmonaco2026

About WAIB Summit

WAIB Summit (Web3 and AI Summit) is a global platform connecting thought leaders, investors, family offices, and innovators shaping the future of decentralized technology and artificial intelligence. Hosted in Monaco, following the Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix weekend, WAIB Summit blends Monaco’s timeless elegance with the vision of the digital age.

For Sponsorship, Partnerships, Speaking Opportunities, or Media Inquiries:

joseph@waibsummit.com

 

От выставочного зала до VIP-ужинов: обзор AIBC Eurasia 2026

Выставка AIBC Eurasia открывает новый год, возвращаясь в Дубай в шестой раз. Саммит пройдет в Dubai Festival City – Festival Arena с 9 по 11 февраля и будет включать двухдневную конференцию и выставку, посвященную передовым технологиям. Независимо от того, являетесь ли вы новичком или опытным участником, мы подготовили для вас путеводитель, который обеспечит беспроблемное путешествие с момента вашего приземления. От интересных панельных дискуссий и приложений-путеводителей по мероприятиям до эксклюзивных мероприятий для налаживания деловых контактов – здесь вы найдете все, что вам нужно знать.

Это мероприятие, объединяющее высокопоставленных лиц, принимающих решения, инвесторов и новаторов, имеет масштаб и связывает лидеров с быстрорастущими рынками Европы, Центральной Азии и Ближнего Востока.

Выставочный зал создан для достижения результатов. За пределами стендов расположены центральная сцена с дискуссиями экспертов, представительские лаунжи для частных встреч, специальные зоны для нетворкинга и тщательно подобранный фуд-корт, призванный поддерживать оживленную атмосферу в течение всего дня. После закрытия выставки открывается ночная жизнь Дубая – эксклюзивные ужины, благотворительные мероприятия и церемонии награждения гарантируют, что ваш календарь деловых встреч будет насыщенным.

На тщательно подобранной выставочной площадке AIBC Eurasia, где представлено более 250 экспонентов и спонсоров, а также две конференц-сцены, вы сможете активно провести всю неделю – и даже больше. Для тех, кто устал, предусмотрены четыре VIP-лаунжа, предлагающие комфортное и эксклюзивное пространство для проведения встреч, налаживания деловых контактов или наслаждения чашечкой кофе во время ознакомления с программой.

Пресс-конференция AIBC

Грядёт нечто грандиозное. 10-го числа в 9:45 на сцене AIBC состоится пресс-конференция, на которой будут представлены наши долгожданные планы развития AIBC до 2026 года. 

Познакомьтесь с участниками дискуссии.

В этом году AIBC Eurasia 2026 соберет звездный состав лидеров отрасли, экспертов и новаторов. От ключевых докладов и мастер-классов до увлекательных панельных дискуссий, эксперты поделятся своим многолетним опытом, инициируя важные дискуссии на актуальные темы, такие как будущее цифровых активов, важнейшие обсуждения регулирования и бесценные взгляды на новые технологии. Также не пропустите мастер-класс по искусственному интеллекту и живую демонстрацию от Tech Hunter Тони Вентуры на сцене AIBC, а также захватывающую презентацию стартапов – в прямом эфире на главной сцене – оба мероприятия состоятся 10 числа. 

В числе наиболее известных лиц в отрасли, таких как Леонид Блинов, руководитель направления TikTok, Сейф Эль Хаким, основатель и генеральный директор Alpha Global Enterprise, и Люси Чоу, инвестор и писательница.

Полный список докладчиков можно посмотреть на сайте AIBC Eurasia, а для более подробного ознакомления с темами конференции посетите программу.

Оставайтесь на связи

Максимально используйте возможности для нетворкинга с помощью официального приложения Match — бесплатного, обновленного цифрового инструмента, разработанного для упрощения вашего участия в саммите. После подтверждения билета вы получите ссылку для доступа по электронной почте. Войдите в систему, используя зарегистрированный адрес электронной почты и номер билета, чтобы подтвердить свою учетную запись и начать создавать свою индивидуальную программу. Изучите интерактивный план зала, найдите ключевые сессии и организуйте встречи с другими участниками, спикерами и экспонентами. Благодаря уведомлениям и обновлениям в режиме реального времени, Match гарантирует, что вы будете в курсе событий, будете на связи и будете контролировать ситуацию с момента прибытия на мероприятие до заключительного мероприятия для нетворкинга.

Ужин за наш счёт!

Если у вас билет премиум-класса или платиновый билет, вас ждет настоящий сюрприз. Не пропустите VIP-ужины, которые пройдут во время мероприятия AIBC Eurasia – подтвердите свое участие, получив приглашение по электронной почте, чтобы забронировать место. Благодаря тщательно продуманному плану и эксклюзивной публике высшего уровня, iGathering станет вашим главным вечерним событием на этой неделе. Такие рестораны, как Karam Al Bahr в отеле InterContinental Dubai Festival City и The Belgian Beer Cafe в отеле Crowne Plaza, отвечают всем требованиям: отличная еда, непревзойденный вид на Дубайский залив и, что самое главное, все они расположены в одном центральном месте.

Хотите узнать, на какой ужин вы записались? Отсканируйте QR-код на своем бейдже, чтобы посмотреть свою личную программу.

Раз уж мы заговорили о налаживании деловых связей – сезон вручения наград вернулся – и мы проводим не одну, а две престижные церемонии, расстилая красную ковровую дорожку для элегантного вечера, посвященного наградам, нетворкингу и благотворительности.

9 февраля в великолепном бальном зале Al Baraha отеля Intercontinental Hotel Dubai Festival City состоится церемония награждения лидеров отрасли и поставщиков технологий Eurasia Awards. За ней, 10 февраля, последует церемония вручения наград AIBC Awards, на которой будут отмечены выдающиеся новаторы, дальновидные поставщики технологий и передовые проекты, формирующие глобальный технологический ландшафт. 

Мы также с гордостью поддерживаем благотворительные проекты фонда SiGMA Foundation, проводя благотворительный аукцион. Ведущим вечера станет харизматичный аукционист Рик Годдард, который гарантирует незабываемые впечатления.

Обе церемонии проводятся исключительно по приглашениям и открыты для обладателей платиновых билетов, спонсоров столов и гостей, зарезервировавших места.

Основные моменты, предшествующие мероприятию – 9 февраля

Турнир по гольфу уровня C

Гольф-клуб Trump International в Дубае станет местом проведения первого турнира SiGMA Golf Tour. Предлагая высококлассный уровень игры, турнир начнется 9-й лункой в ​​10:00 утра и продлится все восемнадцать лунок до раннего послеполудня. 

На больших экранах на территории турнира будут отображаться результаты в режиме реального времени, лучшие моменты и специально подобранный контент, что позволит вам оставаться в курсе событий на протяжении всех сорока стартов. Турнир завершится обедом и церемонией награждения, что создаст естественный переход от соревнований к общению и подведению итогов.

Не можете посетить мероприятие в Евразии? Мы выводим гольф-турнир SiGMA на глобальный уровень, организуя серию остановок в рамках наших саммитов 2026 года. Зарегистрируйте свое участие, посетив наш веб-сайт.

Предварительная регистрация

Для обеспечения бесперебойной работы мы открыли два пункта выдачи бейджей. Участникам выставки следует отправиться в выставочный центр Festival Arena с 09:00 до 17:00, чтобы получить свой бейдж перед началом саммита, проверить установку своего стенда и осмотреть площадку. Тем временем делегаты, желающие избежать очередей в первый день, могут зайти в Vista Lounge в отеле InterContinental Dubai Festival City с 10:00 до 22:00. Просто возьмите с собой действующее удостоверение личности, и все готово. Приветственный прием начнется в 18:00 – он открыт для всех обладателей билетов и идеально подходит для того, чтобы постепенно войти в атмосферу мероприятия.

Программа Deep Dive Dubai

Воспользуйтесь комфортабельным транспортом, чтобы добраться до спортивного комплекса NAS Sports Complex – Nad Al Sheba – Dubai, где вас ждет один из самых уникальных в мире опытов глубоководного погружения. Вдохновленный наследием добычи жемчуга в ОАЭ, Deep Dive перенесет вас в самый глубокий в мире бассейн, оформленный в стиле заброшенного затонувшего города. Поиграйте в подводные настольные игры, покатайтесь на мотоциклах или просто насладитесь видами, исследуя город на совершенно новом уровне.

Подробную информацию о регистрации, предложениях по размещению и полное расписание мероприятий можно найти на официальной странице AIBC Eurasia .

 

A US-based crypto theft has been linked to the theft of nearly 1,000 BTC (approximately $90 million), according to an onchain investigation published by blockchain analyst ZachXBT on X.

The investigation alleges that the teenager gained unauthorized access to funds belonging to clients of Unchained by exploiting credentials connected to his father, who reportedly worked with a US government agency involved in seized asset management.

Luxury Spending Led to De-Anonymization

Following the theft, the suspect drew attention by publicly flaunting large crypto holdings and extravagant spending, which ultimately contributed to his identification within cybercrime circles.

ZachXBT identified the threat actor as “John” (also known as Lick), who was observed flexing over $23 million in crypto assets across wallets directly linked to more than $90 million in suspected thefts. The activity is believed to involve funds originating from US government seizure addresses and multiple unidentified victims.

Recorded Telegram Dispute Exposed Wallet Control

According to the investigation, John was exposed during a heated Telegram group chat dispute with another threat actor known as Dritan Kapplani Jr., where participants attempted to prove wallet balances in what is referred to within “The Com” cybercrime community as a band-for-band (B4B) challenge.

The entire interaction was recorded. In the first segment, John screen-shared his Exodus wallet, revealing a Tron address holding approximately $2.3 million. In a subsequent segment, while Dritan continued mocking him, an additional $6.7 million worth of ETH was transferred into the same wallet in real time.

Screenshots from the recordings were shared by ZachXBT as part of the research.

Following the B4B interaction, John consolidated roughly $23 million into the Ethereum address 0xd8bc, with recordings clearly demonstrating his control over multiple linked addresses. ZachXBT noted that additional wallets may be identifiable through further analysis of the footage.

Funds Traced to US Government Seizure Addresses

Tracing the funds backward, ZachXBT found that one of the wallets received $24.9 million in March 2024 from a US government-linked address associated with the Bitfinex hack seizure — an issue previously reported by the analyst in October 2024.

The same address is reportedly tied to over $63 million in inflows from suspected victims and government seizure wallets during Q4 2025.

Separately, another 4,170 ETH (approximately $12.4 million) was received earlier today from the crypto exchange MEXC, with the funds flowing into the same consolidation address 0xd8bc.

Prior Arrest and Ongoing Rumors

ZachXBT also highlighted John’s extensive Telegram history, where he frequently boasted about his net worth while disparaging others as “broke.”

Rumors circulating within cybercrime Telegram channels suggest the individual may be John Daghitia, who was reportedly arrested in September 2025. However, no official confirmation has been made regarding his identity at the time of publication.

La Conferenza sulla Gestione degli Asset HSC sta arrivando a Hong Kong, uno dei principali centri finanziari del mondo dove l'Est incontra l'Ovest e il capitale istituzionale si fonde con le tecnologie emergenti.

Progettata come un ambiente ad alta efficienza per la raccolta fondi, il networking e la conclusione di affari, HSC connette fondi globali, family office e investitori istituzionali con fondatori ad alta crescita e vere opportunità commerciali attraverso Web3 e tecnologie emergenti.

Questa conferenza di un giorno riunirà investitori istituzionali, fondi di venture capital, family office, gestori patrimoniali globali e leader dell'ecosistema, insieme a fondatori che operano in Web3, AI, tokenizzazione RWA, DeFi, PayFi, fintech e infrastrutture.

The HSC Asset Management Conference is coming to Hong Kong, one of the world’s leading financial hubs where East meets West and institutional capital converges with emerging technologies.

Designed as a high-efficiency environment for fundraising, networking and deal-making, HSC connects global funds, family offices and institutional investors with high-growth founders and real business opportunities across Web3 and emerging technologies.

This one-day conference will bring together institutional investors, venture capital funds, family offices, global asset managers and ecosystem leaders, alongside founders building in Web3, AI, RWA tokenization, DeFi, PayFi, fintech and infrastructure.

Confirmed speakers include founders and senior executives from leading global companies and investment firms such as Offchain Labs, Animoca Brands, Maelstrom, Franklin Templeton, World Liberty Financial, Maximum Frequency Ventures, EY, and other organizations shaping the next financial cycle.

HSC Hong Kong 2026 unites capital allocators, founders and decision-makers from institutional finance, Web2 and Web3 funds, and family offices, with a focused agenda around the most relevant themes driving long-term value creation: AI, DeFi, RWA, PayFi and financial infrastructure.

The conference will take place on February 12, 2026, at Hopewell Hotel Hong Kong, and will feature an exclusive VIP Lounge designed for high-value, private conversations between founders and investors away from the main audience.

Join the HSC Asset Management Conference in Hong Kong and explore the future of global finance alongside industry leaders and capital decision-makers. Registration is now open.

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La società di analisi blockchain Elliptic afferma di aver identificato una rete di portafogli collegata alla Banca Centrale dell'Iran (CBI) che è stata utilizzata per acquisire almeno 507 milioni di dollari di criptoattività — principalmente USDT, la stablecoin ancorata al dollaro USA di Tether.

I risultati, pubblicati in un nuovo rapporto di Elliptic, suggeriscono che lo stato iraniano potrebbe aver fatto affidamento su stablecoin per eludere le sanzioni internazionali, facilitare i flussi commerciali al di fuori del sistema bancario tradizionale e potenzialmente supportare il rial, che ha subito una forte svalutazione durante lo stesso periodo.

Blockchain analytics firm Elliptic says it has identified a wallet network linked to the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) that was used to acquire at least $507 million worth of cryptoassets — primarily USDT, Tether’s U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoin.

The findings, published in a new Elliptic report, suggest the Iranian state may have relied on stablecoins to circumvent international sanctions, facilitate trade flows outside the traditional banking system, and potentially support the rial, which experienced sharp devaluation during the same period.

It indicates a sophisticated strategy to bypass the global banking system.

From Currency Crisis to Stablecoins: Why Iran May Have Turned to USDT

Elliptic links the surge in CBI-associated USDT holdings to a period of extreme economic stress in Iran. According to the report, the rial lost roughly half of its value in just eight months, reaching record lows against the U.S. dollar — creating pressure for authorities to find alternative tools for market intervention.

Because Iran is restricted from accessing SWIFT and the global banking system, Elliptic argues the central bank likely used stablecoins as a substitute for traditional FX operations — effectively buying rials with USDT through domestic rails that would normally rely on official reserves.

The bulk of acquisitions appears to have taken place in spring 2025, based on leaked documents describing purchases of USDT in April and May 2025. Elliptic says these leads allowed researchers to map a broader wallet infrastructure tied to systematic accumulation.

Nobitex, Bridges, and the Post-Hack Shift in Flows

The report states that, until early June 2025, most of the USDT linked to the central bank was routed to Nobitex, Iran’s largest crypto exchange, where users can store USDT, exchange it for other cryptoassets, or sell it for Iranian rials.
Elliptic notes that after early June, flows increasingly moved away from Nobitex and toward a cross-chain bridge, marking a shift to infrastructure that could enable more opaque routing across networks.

The change coincided with a major Nobitex security incident: an Israel-linked hacking group attacked the exchange in mid-June 2025, reportedly aiming to disrupt the IRGC’s alleged use of the platform. Elliptic has previously reported the Nobitex hack, and international outlets also covered the breach as politically motivated rather than purely profit-driven.

Elliptic added that blockchain transparency still allows investigators and compliance actors to identify suspicious flows — suggesting that, while stablecoins can help bypass parts of the traditional financial system, on-chain trails can still be tracked and potentially frozen or blocked.

Il protocollo blockchain Layer-1 Saga ha temporaneamente sospeso il suo ambiente SagaEVM dopo che un exploit di smart contract ha portato a quasi 7 milioni di dollari in asset trasferiti su Ethereum, ha dichiarato il team in un aggiornamento a tarda notte su X.

Secondo Saga, l'incidente è stato contenuto in un chainlet specifico, mentre l'ecosistema più ampio di Saga rimane operativo.

Stiamo lavorando con i partner per la remediazione e pubblicheremo un'analisi post-mortem una volta convalidate completamente le scoperte. $7M di USDC sono stati trasferiti e convertiti in ETH.

Il protocollo blockchain Layer-1 Saga ha temporaneamente sospeso il suo ambiente SagaEVM dopo che un exploit di contratto intelligente ha portato a quasi $7 milioni in beni trasferiti su Ethereum, ha detto il team in un aggiornamento notturno su X.

Secondo Saga, l'incidente è stato contenuto in una specifica catena, mentre l'ecosistema più ampio di Saga rimane operativo.

Stiamo lavorando con i partner sulla bonifica e pubblicheremo un'analisi post-mortem una volta che i risultati saranno completamente convalidati. $7M di USDC sono stati trasferiti e convertiti in ETH.

RIEPILOGO NOTIZIE – 22.01.2026



Cosa è successo: I principali istituti finanziari, tra cui BlackRock, J.P. Morgan e Mastercard, si sono riuniti a Londra per l'annuale London Digital Assets Forum — un evento chiave per l'adozione di criptovalute istituzionali, regolamentazione e collaborazione infrastrutturale.

Perché è importante: La partecipazione di alto profilo segnala che la finanza tradizionale sta sempre più abbracciando gli asset digitali come più di semplici strumenti speculativi. Il dialogo istituzionale su custodia, tokenizzazione e framework di conformità potrebbe accelerare lo sviluppo di prodotti regolamentati a livello globale.

RASSEGNA STAMPA – 22.01.2026  

1) Adozione istituzionale globale al centro del London Digital Assets Forum

Cosa è successo: I principali istituti finanziari tra cui BlackRock, J.P. Morgan e Mastercard si sono riuniti a Londra per il London Digital Assets Forum annuale — un evento chiave sull'adozione cripto istituzionale, regolamentazione e collaborazione infrastrutturale.  

Perché è importante: La partecipazione di alto profilo segnala che la finanza tradizionale sta sempre più abbracciando gli asset digitali come qualcosa di più che semplici strumenti speculativi. Il dialogo istituzionale su custodia, tokenizzazione e quadri normativi potrebbe accelerare lo sviluppo di prodotti regolamentati a livello globale.

Donald Trump ha tenuto un discorso al Forum Economico Mondiale di Davos. Punti chiave:

Il Congresso sta lavorando per regolamentare la struttura del mercato delle criptovalute (il CLARITY Act).

Trump ha dichiarato che gli Stati Uniti hanno sconfitto l'inflazione e raggiunto il più veloce recupero economico nella storia del paese. L'economia sta crescendo più velocemente delle previsioni del FMI. La produzione negli Stati Uniti sta espandendosi e il deficit commerciale si sta riducendo grazie ai dazi.

Gli Stati Uniti si vedono come il motore dell'economia globale: la crescita degli Stati Uniti è equivalente alla crescita globale. L'Europa, ha detto, sta andando nella direzione sbagliata.

Donald Trump ha tenuto un discorso al World Economic Forum di Davos. Punti chiave:

Il Congresso sta lavorando a regolamentare la struttura del mercato delle criptovalute (il CLARITY Act).

Trump ha dichiarato che gli Stati Uniti hanno sconfitto l'inflazione e hanno raggiunto il ripristino economico più veloce nella storia del paese. L'economia sta crescendo più velocemente delle previsioni del FMI. La produzione statunitense si sta espandendo e il deficit commerciale si sta riducendo grazie ai dazi.

Gli Stati Uniti si vedono come il motore dell'economia globale: la crescita degli Stati Uniti equivale alla crescita globale. L'Europa, ha detto, sta andando nella direzione sbagliata.

Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) ha annunciato il 2 febbraio 2026 come data di registrazione per la sua prossima iniziativa di token digitali. Gli azionisti che detengono almeno un'azione intera di DJT alla data di registrazione saranno idonei a ricevere token digitali e incentivi correlati, secondo un annuncio dell'azienda riportato da Street Insider.

L'iniziativa segna l'ultimo passo di Trump Media nell'engagement degli azionisti basato su blockchain, dopo i segnali precedenti che indicavano che l'azienda stava esplorando premi tokenizzati legati al suo ecosistema.

Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) ha annunciato il 2 febbraio 2026 come data di registrazione per la sua imminente iniziativa di token digitali. Gli azionisti che detengono almeno un'azione intera di azioni DJT a quella data saranno idonei a ricevere token digitali e incentivi correlati, secondo un annuncio aziendale riportato da Street Insider.

L'iniziativa segna l'ultimo passo di Trump Media nell'impegno degli azionisti basato sulla blockchain, dopo segnali precedenti che la compagnia stava esplorando ricompense tokenize legate al suo ecosistema.