Crypto January 16, 2026 Ledger Digest

Top 10 Finance & Crypto Headlines — January 16, 2026

Published by Ledger Digest Editorial Desk • USA

Selected for U.S. readers based on market impact and recency. Always open the original link for full context.

  1. Dimon Says 'No Chance' He'd Take Fed Chair Position
    JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon told Bloomberg's David Rubenstein that there was 'no chance' he would take up the role of chair of the Federal Reserve, but would consider taking on the Treasury if the president asked him to serve as… Source: Bloomberg Markets.
    Original: Bloomberg Markets (www.bloomberg.com)
  2. Dimon Says ‘Absolutely, Positively No Chance’ on Fed Chair Job
    In the Wall Street-to-Washington corridor, the prospect of Jamie Dimon for Treasury secretary, or even for president, has come up repeatedly over the years. Source: Bloomberg Economics.
    Original: Bloomberg Economics (www.bloomberg.com)
  3. Why portfolio managers are whispering about inflation worries in 2026
    A mix of soaring metals prices, geopolitical risks and threats to the Federal Reserve’s independence is raising the possibility that inflation may push higher than expected in 2026, upsetting traders’ expectations for stable to… Source: MarketWatch Top Stories.
    Original: MarketWatch Top Stories (www.marketwatch.com)
  4. Asia-Pacific markets set to track Wall Street rally; chip shares in focus after…
    Australian markets climbed marginally to start the day, while Hong Kong is set for a stronger open. Source: CNBC Top News.
    Original: CNBC Top News (www.cnbc.com)
  5. TSMC's Q4 earnings reignite AI bubble debate
    Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company's shares soared 5% intraday on Thursday, reaching a new 52-week high. This followed its fourth-quarter earnings report on January 15, which fueled optimism about artificial intelligence.… Source: TheStreet Full Feed.
    Original: TheStreet Full Feed (www.thestreet.com)
  6. How Activists in Iran Are Using Starlink to Stay Online
    Activists spent years preparing for a communications blackout in Iran, smuggling in Starlink satellite internet systems and making digital shutdowns harder for the authorities to enforce. Source: New York Times.
    Original: New York Times (www.nytimes.com)
  7. Texas homebuilder to launch crypto rewards after SEC green light
    Source: Investing.com News.
    Original: Investing.com News (www.investing.com)
  8. Accuser Of Alexander Brothers Real Estate Brokers Was Found Dead Last Year, Report Says
    The woman’s accusation sparked a string of allegations against the brothers, who will stand trial on sex trafficking charges this month. Source: Forbes Business.
    Original: Forbes Business (www.forbes.com)
  9. Jamie Dimon says there’s ‘no chance’ he’d ever run the Federal Reserve
    Asked about the possibility at an event in Washington, the longtime bank chief made clear he has no interest in leading the central bank. Source: FOX Business Latest.
    Original: FOX Business Latest (www.foxbusiness.com)
  10. Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy to step down
    Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy will step down from the 'Star Wars' company. She'll be replaced by Lucasfilm Chief Creative Officer Dave Filoni and Lucasfilm Business President and General Manager Lynwen Brennan, who will… Source: Los Angeles Times (Business).
    Original: Los Angeles Times (Business) (www.latimes.com)

Disclosure: Informational only. Not financial advice.

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