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The U.S. has become the largest LNG exporter, impacting the global energy market. However, this success raises domestic energy supply issues for policymakers and manufacturers, highlighting the need for a balance between export and domestic demand to ensure energy security.

The character Pepe the Frog, created by Matt Furie in 2005, evolved from a friendly comic icon to a controversial symbol due to its appropriation in hate speech during the 2016 U.S. election. Furie’s efforts to reclaim Pepe's positive image highlight the complexities of digital content creation and copyright in today's cultural landscape.

Peter Brandt proposes a unique framework for analyzing Bitcoin's long-term support, dubbed "Banana Peel". This statistical analysis reveals potential price drops, suggesting that Bitcoin could drop slightly below $42,000 based on historical bear market patterns.

Charles Edwards, founder of Capriole, expresses optimism about the current Bitcoin market, noting that the Mayer multiple indicator shows low levels historically associated with buying opportunities. With BTC currently around $68,020, this indicator could guide investor decisions amidst potential price fluctuations.

The essay discusses the ongoing political strife in the U.S. over immigration enforcement policies, which are complicating budget negotiations and increasing fears of a government shutdown. Speaker Johnson is pushing for a budget deal, but opposition remains strong. The ties between immigration policy and budget allocation are highlighted, indicating difficulties in reaching a compromise. The potential economic repercussions of a prolonged shutdown are also examined, suggesting risks to employment statistics and tax season.

The EU is formulating a new diplomatic strategy to end the Ukraine conflict, seeking to enhance its negotiating power by presenting specific demands to Russia. This includes the return of abducted Ukrainian children and restrictions on Russian armed forces. EU officials stress the need for their inclusion in negotiations, highlighting the importance of a comprehensive agreement for conflict resolution.

The essay discusses how Russia's Central Bank Governor Elvira Nabiullina sees the rapidly growing Bitcoin mining industry as a potential boost to the national economy and the ruble's exchange rate. Historically cautious about cryptocurrencies, the central bank is shifting its policy to promote legitimate mining activities, leveraging energy resources to enhance competitiveness in the international market while addressing illegal mining issues. The outcomes of this policy change will significantly impact the ruble's stability and the domestic economy.

アメリカの預託信託及び清算会社（DTCC）が証券インフラのトークン化を開始することが許可されたというニュースは、市場に大きな期待をもたらしました。しかし、その実態は多くの人が想像しているものと大きく異なっています。重要なのは、トークン化されるのは「株式そのもの」ではなく、証券権利（security entitlements）だということ。この根本的な違いが、その後の全ての影響を決定するのです。さらに注目すべきは、投資家の能動性を基軸にして考えると、実は二つの全く異なるトークン化の道筋が同時に浮上しているということです。
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The recent surge in Bitcoin and Ethereum prices triggered significant forced liquidations totaling $120 million, with a major address suffering substantial losses. This indicates a shift in funding strategies and increased market scrutiny.

2025年を総括するなら、単なるブル市場やベア市場ではなく、暗号業界における資金流向、政策枠組、市場構造の根本的な変容が同時に進行した一年だった。その最も象徴的な現象が、ビットコインのドミナンス（暗号資産全体に占める時価総額比）が高水準を維持し続けたという事実である。このドミナンスの意味は、単なる数字の上昇ではなく、機関資金が主流資産に選別的に流入し、長尾資産（時価総額100位以下のトークン）への波及がほぼ起きていないことを示す構造的な警告信号なのだ。
2025年は暗号市場が政治、金融、技術の複数の座標において再定位を遂行し、2026年に向けてより成熟した制度的基盤を構築する過渡期となった。

With Japan's national election approaching, hedge funds and investors are increasingly betting on a decline in the yen. The options market reflects a shift in sentiment, as demand for put options has decreased, indicating bullish positioning among investors. Market volatility has also stabilized, leading to a revival of carry trades, reinforcing expectations for a stronger dollar-yen rate.

Aperture Finance suffered a significant security breach, losing 590.7 ETH (about $1.25 million) due to exploited vulnerabilities in its smart contracts. The attackers quickly transferred the stolen funds to mixing services like Tornado Cash to obscure their transaction history, highlighting prevalent security risks in DeFi protocols.

BCA Research's analysis reveals that despite BRICS nations transitioning to regional currencies, the US dollar remains dominant in five key areas of the international financial system, influenced by deep-rooted network effects.

The Shanghai Futures Exchange is implementing significant changes to margin requirements and price limits for gold and silver futures contracts, effective February 9, 2026. These measures aim to enhance risk management and market stability, reflecting the need for robust oversight in the face of volatility, particularly in the silver market.