Crypto data platform CoinGecko weighs sale for around $500 million, sources say

CoinDesk

• January 13, 2026 at 02:44 PM

Crypto data platform CoinGecko weighs sale for around $500 million, sources say

The crypto market data firm has hired investment bank Moelis, as dealmaking across the sector accelerates.

Senators pitch more than 130 amendments for crypto bill, including on yield, DeFi sections

A list of amendments — some of them far afield — is circulating for the planned markup hearing of the crypto market structure bill.

CoinDesk• Jan 14, 2026, 02:09 AM

Bitcoin climbs to two-month high of $96,240 as altcoins surge and shorts get squeezed

Bitcoin climbed above $96,000 for the first time since November, triggering over $500 million in liquidations as altcoins outperformed and traders rushed to cover bearish bets.

CoinDesk• Jan 14, 2026, 12:19 AM

Strive tumbles 12% as reverse stock split stumps investors despite Semler acquisition

Upon completion, the combined firm would hold nearly 13,000 BTC, surpassing the holdings of Tesla and Trump Media & Technology Group.

CoinDesk• Jan 13, 2026, 10:41 PM

How a battle with bankers tarnished crypto's market structure bill near the finish line

The crypto industry contends that Wall Street giants stood behind community banks to undercut digital competitors before they could get a major legislative win.

CoinDesk• Jan 13, 2026, 09:21 PM

Bitcoin rallies past $93,000 after inflation data increased chances of further rate cuts

The largest cryptocurrency is now facing a key "resistance" zone at $93,500-$95,000, which has capped its price for nearly two months.

CoinDesk• Jan 13, 2026, 04:49 PM

Bitcoin options open interest extends dominance over futures, damping BTC volatility

Bitcoin options open interest continues to outpace futures, marking a move away from leverage-driven speculation toward volatility and risk-management strategies.

CoinDesk• Jan 13, 2026, 04:09 PM