PA Daily｜MSCI Maintains Inclusion of Digital Asset Companies in Index; Polymarket Denies US Military Invasion of Venezuela Sparks User Discontent

Today’s Headlines:

Multiple regions issue warnings about virtual currency “taste test card” scams, disguising as “free benefits” to divert to telecom fraud

Polymarket denies US military invasion of Venezuela, sparking strong user dissatisfaction

Morgan Stanley submits S-1 filings for Solana Trust and Bitcoin Trust to the US SEC

MSCI maintains inclusion of digital asset companies in indices, will conduct broader review

Binance Wallet exclusive TGE Phase 44 launches ZenChain (ZTC), subscription opens on January 7

Walmart launches Bitcoin and Ethereum trading services via its OnePay app

Analyst: Founder of SpiderPool may be one of the “1011 Insider Whales” agents; 886,400 ETH related to whales recently fully unstaked

Bitwise approved by US SEC to list LINK spot ETF on NYSE Arca

Macro & Regulation

The US Supreme Court has designated Friday as the date to rule on tariffs

According to Jin10, citing US media, the US Supreme Court has set this Friday as the decision release date, marking the first opportunity for a ruling on President Trump’s global tariff policies. As the court announced this, the justices are returning from a four-week holiday recess. The court has never disclosed which rulings are ready in advance, only indicating that decisions on cases under review may be announced when the justices hear oral arguments at 10:00 AM Washington time. Given the expedited procedures so far, the tariff case is highly likely to be decided that day. If the court rules against Trump, it would weaken his signature economic policies and represent his most significant legal setback since returning to the White House. The core dispute concerns tariffs implemented on April 2—“Liberation Day”—which imposed 10% to 50% tariffs on most imports and, under the guise of countering fentanyl smuggling, increased tariffs on Canada and Mexico.

Japan has adopted the OECD crypto reporting framework from January 1, 2026

According to NADA NEWS, Japan officially adopted the OECD’s Crypto Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) from January 1, 2026, a new mechanism aimed at sharing crypto transaction information among tax authorities worldwide. Japan decided to introduce this mechanism through tax reform, and the National Tax Agency published a user guide last December and has been preparing to collect information via exchanges. Affected by this system, Japan’s crypto exchange Coincheck sent a notice to all users on January 6, requesting submission of information such as “tax residence country.” Other Japanese exchanges will follow with their own information collection procedures. Existing users with accounts opened before the end of 2025 must submit information by December 31, 2026; new accounts opened after January 1, 2026, must declare during account registration. Failure to submit or submitting false information may result in penalties under applicable laws.

Chinese central bank continues to increase gold reserves for the 14th consecutive month

The People’s Bank of China reports that as of the end of December, China’s gold reserves stand at 74.15 million ounces (about 2,306.323 tons), an increase of 30,000 ounces (about 0.93 tons) from the previous month, marking the 14th consecutive month of gold accumulation. China’s foreign exchange reserves at the end of December are reported at $3,357.869 billion, up $114.97 million from the previous month. Expectations were $3,360 billion; previous value was $3,346.37 billion.

Saxo Financial fined HK Securities and Futures Commission HKD 4 million for illegal distribution of virtual asset products

According to the HK SFC announcement, Saxo Financial (Hong Kong) Limited was fined HKD 4 million for distributing unapproved virtual asset-related products to 130 retail clients and 6 professional investors between 2018 and 2022, violating regulatory rules. The SFC pointed out that Saxo failed to assess clients’ knowledge of virtual assets, lacked due diligence on products, and did not provide full disclosure, with these deficiencies persisting for over four years. Saxo has ceased regulated activities, voluntarily compensated clients for losses, and cooperated with investigations.

Multiple regions warn about virtual currency “taste test card” scams, disguising as “free benefits” to divert to telecom fraud

Shanghai, Yunnan, Gansu, Hainan, and other regions issued warnings about “taste test card” scams involving virtual currencies. Some criminals use well-known supermarkets’ “free benefits” as a pretext to divert traffic to telecom fraud. Police explained that the suspects responsible for diversion use overseas communication apps to connect with scam gangs. After distributing each “taste test card,” they take photos, record key information such as community addresses, door numbers, and fake promotional materials on door handles, then upload these to online platforms. They settle costs with virtual currency periodically, making detection difficult. Police remind the public not to participate in such “door-to-door” part-time jobs for small gains, as it may lead to legal consequences and assist scammers.

Project Updates

Morgan Stanley submits S-1 filings for Solana Trust and Bitcoin Trust to the US SEC

According to market sources, Morgan Stanley has submitted S-1 registration statements for Solana Trust and Bitcoin Trust to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

MSCI maintains inclusion of digital asset companies in indices, will conduct broader review

According to an announcement on MSCI’s official website, MSCI has decided not to exclude “Digital Asset Treasury Companies” (DATCOs) from the February 2026 index review; the current inclusion list remains unchanged. This decision responds to concerns from institutional investors about some DATCOs resembling investment funds. MSCI will initiate broader market consultations for non-operational companies to develop more consistent inclusion standards. During this period, these companies will not have their share counts or inclusion factors adjusted, nor will there be additions or changes in size segments; the list will be dynamically updated based on disclosures. Companies like Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) will retain index status for now.

Lighter launches 24-hour weekday stock trading, plans to transition to 24/7 trading soon

According to market sources, the Discord community revealed that Lighter has launched 24-hour stock trading services on weekdays, with plans to soon transition to round-the-clock (24/7) operation.

Walmart launches Bitcoin and Ethereum trading via its OnePay app

According to CoinDesk, Walmart has launched Bitcoin and Ethereum trading services through its OnePay app, enabling millions of shoppers to convert cryptocurrencies for daily retail purchases.

Bitwise approved by US SEC to list LINK spot ETF on NYSE Arca

According to market sources, asset manager Bitwise has received approval from the US SEC to list a LINK spot ETF (ticker: CLNK) on NYSE Arca, with assets jointly custodied by Coinbase Custody and BNY Mellon.

Bitcoin Core v30 has a vulnerability: older wallets may lose funds during upgrade

Cointelegraph reports that on Monday, Bitcoin Core developers warned users that versions 30.0 and 30.1 contain a wallet migration vulnerability that could delete files and cause loss of funds. The issue occurs under specific conditions, affecting migration from unrenamed or unupgraded older Bitcoin Core wallets. When the software attempts to migrate an unrenamed “wallet.dat” stored in a custom wallet directory (usually set via “-walletdir”) with pruning enabled, the vulnerability is triggered. In this case, the migration appears successful, but the cleanup logic erroneously deletes the entire wallet directory. Developers have withdrawn the binaries for versions 30.0 and 30.1 from official sources. The project advises users not to use wallet migration tools until Bitcoin Core 30.2 is released and notes that existing users who have not attempted migration can continue normal operation.

Polymarket denies US military invasion of Venezuela, sparking user dissatisfaction

According to MarketWatch, decentralized prediction market Polymarket refused to classify the recent US military raid on Venezuela, the arrest of President Maduro and his wife, as an “invasion,” causing strong user dissatisfaction. Despite US control of the government and taking the leader to the US, contracts related to “invasion” worth millions of dollars were marked as “not triggered,” criticized as “redefining facts.” The platform was founded by crypto entrepreneurs and, after investment and board membership by Donald Trump Jr., received CFTC approval to re-enter the US market. The incident raises questions about transparency in decision standards and deep concerns about potential insider trading and political influence on the platform. It highlights the risks of regulatory gaps and ambiguous definitions faced by decentralized prediction markets in political and war events.

opBNB mainnet completes Fourier hard fork, block time shortened to 250 ms

According to BNB Chain, opBNB completed the Fourier mainnet hard fork upgrade at 11:00 (UTC+8) on January 7, 2026. The core change merges PR #305, reducing block interval from 500 ms to 250 ms, significantly improving throughput and confirmation speed. CZ encourages developers to continue building to promote BNB ecosystem growth.

Tempo releases TIP-20 token standard designed for stablecoins and payment scenarios

According to Tempo, it has launched a new token standard, TIP-20, tailored for stablecoins and payment applications, extending ERC-20 and compatible with existing EVM ecosystems. TIP-20 integrates features like Transfer Memo, compliance registration, profit sharing, and stablecoin payment Gas, suitable for enterprise finance, cross-border settlement, interest-bearing stablecoins, and more. Supported by infrastructure partners like AllUnity, Bridge, LayerZero, it aims to create a unified on-chain payment standard, improving compliance, efficiency, and interoperability of stablecoins, accelerating real-world payment onboarding. Tempo will provide SDKs, test funds, and documentation to help developers deploy TIP-20 quickly.

Fusion confirms attack on old USDC vault, loss of $336,000, full compensation for users

According to official announcement from Fusion (by IPOR), its USDC optimizer Vault on Arbitrum was attacked on January 6, resulting in a loss of $336,000 USDC. Attackers exploited a missing “fuse” check in the old version of the vault and used EIP-7702 to manipulate admin permissions, injecting malicious logic modules and initiating withdrawals, transferring funds to Tornado.Cash. The vulnerability affected only the vault deployed 490 days ago; other vaults are unaffected. IPOR stated that the DAO treasury will cover user losses and is working with security teams like SEAL, Hexagate, and Blockaid to trace funds. The incident was triggered by a combination of logic errors and EIP-7702 permission abuse. A full technical review has been published.

Telegram founder: company has no Russian funding, bonds and equity unrelated

Telegram founder Pavel Durov stated that despite recent FUD, Telegram’s capital structure is unrelated to Russia. The recent $1.7 billion bond issuance involved “completely no Russian investors.” The old bonds issued in 2021 have been mostly repaid and are not an issue. He emphasized that bondholders are not shareholders; the only current shareholder is himself. Yesterday, it was reported that Telegram’s $500 million bonds in Russia were frozen due to Western sanctions.

Tether launches new accounting unit “Scudo” for Tether Gold (XAU₮)

According to the official blog, stablecoin issuer Tether announced the launch of Scudo—a new accounting unit for its tokenized gold product Tether Gold (XAU₮), aiming to make gold a more accessible means of payment. Tether defines one Scudo as one-thousandth of a troy ounce of gold (or 1/1000 XAU₮), enabling clearer pricing, easier transfers, and more intuitive valuation of gold. Users can transact in whole or partial Scudo units, making gold more practical as a store of value and medium of exchange. Tether Gold remains fully backed by physical gold stored in secure vaults, with ownership verifiable on-chain via Tether’s asset tracking tools. Scudo does not alter the structure or backing of XAU₮ but offers a simpler way to measure and trade gold, especially amid rising prices.

Ethereum’s second BPO hard fork raises blob limit to 21

According to Cointelegraph, Ethereum’s second BPO hard fork has increased the blob limit to 21, enhancing network scalability and reducing costs.

TONX executive refutes TON FUD: all TON sold by Telegram has a four-year vesting period; the largest buyer is TONX

In response to a Financial Times report claiming that “Telegram sold nearly 10% of the current circulating supply of TON by 2025,” Manuel Stotz, Chairman of TON Strategy Company (Nasdaq: TONX), clarified: 1. All TON tokens sold by Telegram have a four-year vesting period; 2. The largest buyer of TON tokens sold by Telegram so far is TON Strategy Company, mainly for accumulating, holding, and staking TON, not as a future supply or potential selling pressure; 3. From December 2024 to December 2025, Telegram’s net holdings of TON have not decreased significantly and may have increased when measured in TON tokens. However, Stotz emphasized that the claim “Durov will prioritize improving the Ton ecosystem and further integrating cryptocurrencies into Telegram in 2026” is accurate.

Former Uber executive launches Bitcoin-linked savings token Buck, with 7% annual return

Travis VanderZanden, former Uber/Lyft executive and founder of Buck, announced the launch of its savings stablecoin Buck ($BUCK), positioned as “the dollar of the Bitcoin world,” with a 7% annual yield, no staking, no locking, and no lending involved. Buck aims to counter dollar depreciation, introducing the “SavingCoin” concept, emphasizing funds that earn immediately and are highly liquid, advocating that “users should earn benefits, not become products.” Buck is not targeted at US users and is now live at buck.io. Buck Token ($BUCK) holders can earn monthly rewards of preferred shares in Strategy Inc. via Buck DAO. All transactions require AML verification.

Coinbase to delist ETH-DAI, FLOW-USDT, and MANA-ETH trading pairs

According to Coinbase Markets, to optimize market health and liquidity, ETH-DAI, FLOW-USDT, and MANA-ETH trading pairs will suspend trading from 12:00 noon Eastern Time on January 7, 2026 (1:00 AM Beijing time the next day). These pairs have already switched to limit order mode; users can place or cancel orders but cannot submit market orders. Eligible users can still trade ETH, FLOW, and MANA against USD.

Coinbase launches Brevis (BREV) spot trading supporting ERC-20 network

Coinbase Markets announced that Brevis (BREV) spot trading is now live, supporting the Ethereum (ERC-20) network, available only in supported regions.

Binance to launch XAGUSDT perpetual contract, underlying is silver

Binance Futures announced that at 18:00 (UTC+8) on January 7, 2026, XAGUSDT perpetual contract will be launched, underlying asset is silver (XAG), with each contract representing 1 troy ounce, settled in USDT.

Binance launches Brevis (BREV) on Binance Earn, One-Click Buy, Flash Swap, Leverage, and Contracts

According to official announcements, Binance Earn, One-Click Buy, Flash Swap, Leverage, and Binance Contracts will list Brevis (BREV) according to the following schedule.

Binance Wallet exclusive TGE Phase 44 launches ZenChain (ZTC), subscription opens on January 7

According to official notice, Binance Wallet’s exclusive TGE Phase 44 launches ZenChain (ZTC). Subscription runs from 16:00 to 18:00 on January 7, 2026 (UTC+8). Qualified users must participate using Binance Alpha points. An additional 420 million ZTC will be reserved for future activities, details to be announced separately.

Later reports: Binance states the threshold for ZenChain (ZTC) TGE is 241 Alpha points; ZTC tokenomics: total supply 21 billion, airdrop share 7%.

Upbit to list BREVIS (BREV) trading pairs in KRW, BTC, USDT

According to Upbit, BREVIS (BREV) will support KRW, BTC, and USDT trading today, on the Ethereum network.