AiCoin Daily Report (January 20)

1. Central Political and Legal Work Conference Studies Legislative Recommendations for Virtual Currency

The Central Political and Legal Work Conference was held in Beijing from January 18 to 19, focusing on the 2026 political and legal work plan. The meeting proposed forward-looking research on new issues such as the rights protection of new employment groups, virtual currencies, and low-altitude economy, and actively put forward legislative suggestions. It also called for strengthening research on new technologies, preventing the use of blockchain and other encryption technologies to evade regulation, and cracking down on the use of artificial intelligence to generate and disseminate false information. -Original

2. Whale Borrowed 155 Million USDT to Purchase 65,700 stETH

According to Onchain Lens data, the whale address “0x81D” borrowed 155 million USDT in the past 4 hours and purchased 65,700 stETH. Currently, the whale holds a total of 142,777 ETH across two wallets, worth approximately $460.11 million. -Original

3. NYSE Plans to Launch Blockchain Platform Supporting 24/7 Trading

Intercontinental Exchange, the parent company of the New York Stock Exchange, is seeking approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for a new platform that will offer real-time settlement and stablecoin funding to meet global demand for around-the-clock markets. -Original

4. Steak‘n Shake Adds $10 Million in Bitcoin Reserves

On January 19, American fast-food chain Steak‘n Shake announced it will incorporate $10 million worth of Bitcoin into its corporate reserves, approximately 105 BTC. Company executives stated that Bitcoin is not only a payment method but also a long-term store of value. -Original

5. Korean Customs Seize $101.7 Million in Cryptocurrency Money Laundering Case

Korean customs authorities uncovered a case involving cross-border wallets and bank accounts used for cryptocurrency money laundering, involving a total of $101.7 million. -Original

6. Federal Reserve’s Independence Faces Most Severe Test in a Century

This week, the Federal Reserve will face its most severe independence challenge in a century, involving an incident where U.S. President Trump attempted to dismiss Fed Governor Cook on grounds of mortgage fraud allegations. The case could impact the Fed’s independence and provide operational reference for how presidents can dismiss Fed governors. Dismissal of Fed governors requires “just cause” and a term of 14 years, but few have served full terms. -Original

7. Bitcoin and Ethereum Rise Drive Cryptocurrency Fund Investment to $2.17 Billion

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