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Bitcoin miners shift to renewables; Bitnomial gains CFTC approval; Bitcoin struggles near $90K.
Trump said he’s choosing between Kevin Hassett and Kevin Warsh for the next Fed chair
Cryptopolitan - Donald Trump on Friday said he’s down to either Kevin Hassett and Kevin Warsh for the next Federal Reserve chair, telling The Wall Street Journal that both men would help bring interest rates to the level he wants, which is “around 1% or even lower.” Trump explained that Warsh, who once served as a Fed […]
Bitnomial gains CFTC approval to launch prediction markets in the US
CoinTelegraph - The US regulator's green light lets Bitnomial’s clearinghouse support prediction markets linked to crypto and economic events, expanding its regulated product and clearing offerings.
Bitcoin stays weak as rising prices trigger renewed selling from holders
Cryptopolitan - Bitcoin keeps losing ground as every minor rise in price draws quick selling from investors who bought close to its October peak. The largest cryptocurrency slipped 3.6% to $89,502 on Friday during New York hours and has now fallen almost 30% since hitting a record high of $126,000 on October 6. Even with the Federal […]
Bitcoin miners turn to renewable energy amid profit margin squeeze
CoinTelegraph - Bitcoin mining hash price, a critical metric for determining profit margins in the industry, is hovering near record lows.
Crypto Biz: How Ripple quietly convinced Wall Street
CoinTelegraph - Ripple’s post-SEC rebound is drawing Wall Street backing, including a $40 billion valuation deal with downside protection— and some investors betting on XRP.
El Salvador and xAI Partner to Implement Nationwide AI Education Plan
Bitcoin.com - The plan, which will be implemented across over 5,000 public schools in El Salvador, will allow a personalized experience for each student, as El Salvador will co-develop the AI education program. The milestone constitutes the first time this has happened at a country level. El Salvador to Pioneer Nationwide AI Education Plan El Salvador is […]
Bitcoin Back To $90,000, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Meander As Crypto Looks For Catalysts
Benzinga - Bitcoin has fallen back down to $90,000 as sideways price action continues on Friday. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price ...
AI tools are expected to generate $263 billion in global online holiday sales
Cryptopolitan - This holiday season, more people are turning to computer programs that use artificial intelligence to help them pick out presents. Big stores like Walmart and Target are working fast to make sure they show up when customers use these tools. Salesforce, a business research company, put out a report last month saying AI will help […]
Rivian showcased AI technology and a custom chip at its first Autonomy and AI Day
Cryptopolitan - Rivian Automotive showcased its plans for artificial intelligence and self-driving technology on Thursday, drawing interest from investors even as the electric vehicle company faces tough questions about sales and money. The stock had a rough day Thursday, dropping 6.1% to finish at $16.43 per share. But things turned around Friday, with shares climbing more than […]
Vanguard Exec Says Bitcoin Is Like 'A Digital Labubu'
Benzinga - Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) returned to the center of Wall Street's credibility debate after a senior Vanguard executive dismissed the asset as a speculative "digital toy." Vanguard Executive Doubles Down On Bitcoin Skepticism Vanguard Group Global Head of Quantitative Equity John Ameriks said Bitcoin lacks the income, compounding, and cash-flow characteristics the firm seeks in long-term investments. Speaking at Bloomberg's ETFs in Depth conference in New York on Thursday, Ameriks compared Bitcoin to a viral plush toy collectible, calling it a "digital Labubu." ...
Phantom Crypto Wallet Adds Kalshi Prediction Markets for Over 20 Million Users
Decrypt - Prediction markets are increasingly being integrated directly within crypto wallets, with Phantom and Kalshi revealing the latest team-up.
Vanguard Dismisses Bitcoin as Toy Despite U-Turn
U.Today - Vanguard continues to see Bitcoin as a digital toy for now.
Standard Chartered and Coinbase Expand Partnership to Build Global Crypto Prime Services
cryptoDNES - Standard Chartered and Coinbase are tightening their relationship as they work to build a full-scale crypto prime brokerage offering for global institutions - a move that signals where the next phase of digital asset growth is taking place. The post Standard Chartered and Coinbase Expand Partnership to Build Global Crypto Prime Services appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
New AI Tool Promises to Decode—And Replicate—Social Video Virality
Decrypt - The startup says its AI can analyze viral videos and generate optimized remixes, though evidence beyond early demos remains limited.
California and Massachusetts to sue Trump administration over $100K H-1B visa fee
CryptoBriefing - California and Massachusetts plan to sue the Trump administration over its $100K H-1B visa fee, calling it unlawful and improperly adopted. The post California and Massachusetts to sue Trump administration over $100K H-1B visa fee appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Oracle confirms data center timelines with OpenAI remain on track
CryptoBriefing - Oracle confirms that oracle openai data centers are progressing on schedule, with all site selection and delivery milestones being met. The post Oracle confirms data center timelines with OpenAI remain on track appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
The 3-day wait to settle your stock trades is about to die, thanks to a new SEC approval you missed
CryptoSlate - The Depository Trust Company, the U.S. financial market infrastructure provider that clears and settles securities trades, said the SEC has given it informal approval to move ahead with a tokenization service for some assets it already holds in custody, without facing enforcement action. The letter sets conditions for a time-limited rollout and ongoing reporting while […] The post The 3-day wait to settle your stock trades is about to die, thanks to a new SEC approval you missed appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Why Trump Should Pardon The Developers of Bitcoins Non Custodial Samourai Wallet
BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Why Trump Should Pardon The Developers of Bitcoins Non Custodial Samourai Wallet As Keonne Rodriguez prepares to surrender to federal prison on December 18, advocates urge President Trump to pardon the Samourai Wallet co-founders, citing prosecutorial misconduct and a disputed interpretation of unlicensed money transmission laws that even FinCEN rejects. This post Why Trump Should Pardon The Developers of Bitcoins Non Custodial Samourai Wallet first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.
Coinbase and Standard Chartered expand crypto prime services for institutions
CryptoBriefing - Coinbase and Standard Chartered expand crypto prime services, enhancing institutional investors access to digital asset solutions. The post Coinbase and Standard Chartered expand crypto prime services for institutions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
David Sacks defends Trump’s executive order on artificial intelligence
CryptoBriefing - The executive order may centralize AI regulation, potentially stifling state innovation while aiming to maintain U.S. competitiveness globally. The post David Sacks defends Trump’s executive order on artificial intelligence appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Sorry Gooners: OpenAI's Erotic ChatGPT Delayed Into 2026
Decrypt - Sam Altman breaks his December promise as OpenAI delays ChatGPT's adult content feature into at least Q1 next year.
Spiral unveils Human Bitcoin Addresses: sending BTC becomes as easy as sending an email
Atlas21 - A standard designed to make Bitcoin payments universal, simple, and interoperable. The post Spiral unveils Human Bitcoin Addresses: sending BTC becomes as easy as sending an email appeared first on Atlas21.
Sangha Renewables Energizes 20 MW Bitcoin Mining Facility in West Texas
BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Sangha Renewables Energizes 20 MW Bitcoin Mining Facility in West Texas Sangha Renewables, in partnership with TotalEnergies and Links Genco, cut the ribbon on its 19.9 MW bitcoin mining facility in West Texas, combining behind-the-meter solar power with digital infrastructure to create new revenue streams and support grid stability. This post Sangha Renewables Energizes 20 MW Bitcoin Mining Facility in West Texas first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Bitcoin OG faces $12.5M unrealized loss on $617M long position
CryptoBriefing - The situation highlights the volatility and risk inherent in cryptocurrency investments, potentially impacting market sentiment and investor confidence. The post Bitcoin OG faces $12.5M unrealized loss on $617M long position appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Small China NEV Dealer Eyes $1 Billion Crypto Pivot
Benzinga - Jiuzi Holdings (NASDAQ:JZXN) has secured institutional commitments that could boost its private placement financing to $1 billion, marking a major step as the company rapidly pivots to crypto asset services. The new commitments greatly expand the private placement first announced in October, when Jiuzi aimed to raise $12 million. This signals strong investor support for the company's new direction. Jiuzi, primarily a new energy vehicle dealer in China, plans to use the funds to ...Full story available on Benzinga.com
Crypto industry, trade unions clash over multi-trillion dollar retirement funds
CoinTelegraph - Relaxing the current rules for traditional retirement funds and pension plans could attract trillions of dollars of capital flows into crypto.
Pakistan Begins Crypto Overhaul With Preliminary Exchange Approvals
BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Pakistan Begins Crypto Overhaul With Preliminary Exchange Approvals Pakistan is formalizing its role in the global digital-asset economy by signing an MoU with Binance to explore tokenizing up to $2 billion in state-owned assets and granting early regulatory clearances to both Binance and HTX. This post Pakistan Begins Crypto Overhaul With Preliminary Exchange Approvals first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Satoshi Walked Away 15 Years Ago — The 575th Forum Post Marked the Moment Bitcoin Stood on Its Own
Bitcoin.com - Satoshi Nakamoto remains one of the most enduring mysteries in the digital asset world, and 15 years ago today, the inventor published the final entry — the 575th — on bitcointalk.org. As Nakamoto quietly receded from the project in the closing stretch, those last days were spent locked in a two-front effort: strengthening the software […]
Bitcoin wobbles at $92K as trader eyes end to ‘manipulative’ BTC price dip
CoinTelegraph - Bitcoin faced troublesome resistance levels to end the Wall Street trading week as new bullish BTC price forecasts reappeared.
VivoPower establishes joint venture to acquire $300M in Ripple Labs shares, stock jumps 12%
CryptoBriefing - VivoPower's strategic shift towards digital assets could enhance its market position and financial growth, leveraging Ripple's potential success. The post VivoPower establishes joint venture to acquire $300M in Ripple Labs shares, stock jumps 12% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Jennifer Garner to Star in Netflix Crypto Comedy 'One Attempt Remaining'
Decrypt - The film focuses on a divorced couple racing to recover access to their now-valuable crypto before time runs out.
Solo Miner Hits the Bitcoin Lottery With Block 927,474
cryptoDNES - A lone Bitcoin miner pulled off an almost impossible feat late Thursday, solving a block with only a tiny fraction of the network’s total computing power and securing the entire payout worth about 3.133 BTC - roughly $284,600 at current prices. The post Solo Miner Hits the Bitcoin Lottery With Block 927,474 appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Bitcoin Giant Strategy's Cash Reserve Was a 'Smart' Move, Says BitMine's Tom Lee
Decrypt - BitMine Immersion Technologies Chairman Tom Lee praised Bitcoin treasury firm Strategy's massive new cash reserve. Here's why.
10,530,000,000 Dogecoin Registered as Futures Traders Gear Up
U.Today - Dogecoin futures traders resurfaced with over a billion dollars' worth of tokens being committed to its derivatives market.
Ripple Exec Reacts to Europe’s First Ripple Payments Launch
U.Today - Ripple's Cassie Craddock says that she is thrilled about the new partnership with AMINA Bank.
Bitcoin Price Forecast Tools and Cycle Valuation Metrics
BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Forecast Tools and Cycle Valuation Metrics This One Chart Has Never Missed a Bitcoin Price Top or Bottom in 15 Years This post Bitcoin Price Forecast Tools and Cycle Valuation Metrics first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Matt Crosby.
January 1, 2026: the European Big Brother arrives
Atlas21 - From 2026, every movement of bitcoin and digital assets executed through supervised intermediaries will be recorded and shared among the tax authorities of the 27 EU countries. The post January 1, 2026: the European Big Brother arrives appeared first on Atlas21.
Silver 50-Year Watershed Moment Continues: The Devil’s Metal Shatters Records Again
Bitcoin.com - Silver, the so-called “devil’s metal,” has continued to bash records on its way up, reaching prices of over $64 per ounce for the first time in its history. Nonetheless, the rally is still raging, and some analysts predict triple digits as the monetary repricing of the metal continues. Silver Rips $64 on Its Way up, […]
XRP Stuns ETF Market With Strange $0 Print in Biggest Fund
U.Today - The biggest XRP ETF had a rare $0 inflow day as rivals added capital, indicating that investors are being cautious and paying close attention to the fees.
Sam Altman’s World App Evolves: Adds In-Stream Crypto Payments And More
99Bitcoins - Sam Altman’s “World” -the biometric identity and crypto project- has turned its controversial biometric ID wallet into a full-blown crypto “super app.” The 11 December 2025 release adds end-to-end encrypted chat, in-chat crypto payments, and virtual accounts that look a lot like a Web3 version of Venmo or Revolut. The company is positioning it as.. The post Sam Altman’s World App Evolves: Adds In-Stream Crypto Payments And More appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
BloFin Research Analysis: Why the Fed’s Recent Policy May Not Trigger a Year‑End Crypto Rally
BeInCrypto - The Fed’s resumption of balance sheet expansion objectively benefits the stock market, while simultaneously weakening the US dollar and driving a sustained long-term rise in gold and silver prices, with the euro also benefiting. However, apart from a few cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, the crypto market, as a dollar-denominated offshore equity-like market, struggles to compete with The post BloFin Research Analysis: Why the Fed’s Recent Policy May Not Trigger a Year‑End Crypto Rally appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Plume CEO Chris Yin Reveals Why RWAs Are One of Crypto’s Few Bright Spots
BeInCrypto - As broader markets remain under pressure, real-world assets (RWAs) have emerged as one of the few sectors continuing to attract sustained interest. The market has grown by more than 150% this year. Furthermore, Chris Yin, co-founder and CEO of Plume, projects it could expand by 10x to 20x in both value and user adoption over The post Plume CEO Chris Yin Reveals Why RWAs Are One of Crypto’s Few Bright Spots appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Biggest Bitcoin Critic Says QE Will Not Save Bitcoin as Gold and Silver Take Lead
U.Today - Peter Schiff revealed why it is time to put Bitcoin "out to pasture," right as QE came back, gold and silver surged, but crypto failed to attract the kind of capital that usually runs first when liquidity turns.
Pakistan clears Binance and HTX to seek local crypto licenses
CoinTelegraph - Pakistan gives a nod for crypto exchanges Binance and HTX to register local subsidiaries as regulators advance a phased crypto framework.
Kalshi Comes to Phantom: Wallet Users Can Now Trade Real-World Events
cryptoDNES - Phantom is turning its wallet into a hub for real-world prediction trading, rolling out an integration with Kalshi that lets users browse, monitor, and speculate on event markets without ever leaving the app. The post Kalshi Comes to Phantom: Wallet Users Can Now Trade Real-World Events appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Scaramucci predicts ‘exponential opportunity’ for crypto at LONGITUDE
CoinTelegraph - The cryptocurrency industry is riding on the tailwinds of regulatory clarity and newfound interest from institutional investors into the new year.
Ether could retest $3k as bullish momentum stall: Check forecast
CoinJournal - Key takeaways ETH is up 1.4% in the last 24 hours and is now trading above $3,200. The leading altcoin by market cap could retest the $3k psychological level as the bullish momentum stalls. Market momentum stalls Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) are currently trading around key resistance levels after rallying over the past 24 […] The post Ether could retest $3k as bullish momentum stall: Check forecast appeared first on CoinJournal.
Pakistan grants Binance and HTX preliminary approval for crypto operations
CryptoBriefing - Pakistan's regulatory progress for crypto operations could enhance financial innovation while addressing illicit finance and improving oversight. The post Pakistan grants Binance and HTX preliminary approval for crypto operations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Coinbase Reportedly To Rival Polymarket, Kalshi With In-House Prediction Market
Benzinga - Coinbase Global Inc. (NASDAQ:COIN) is reportedly planning to unveil prediction markets and tokenized equities next week, while its stock continues to trade inside a broader downtrend. Coinbase Plans Prediction Markets And Tokenized Equities Launch Bloomberg on Friday cited a person familiar with the matter saying that Coinbase is developing the tokenized equities offering in-house without external partners. A Coinbase spokesperson invited users to tune into a Dec. 17 livestream but did not confirm specific product details. Screenshots circulating on X in recent days appeared to show early versions of ...
Bitcoin decouples from stocks in second half of 2025
CoinTelegraph - The gap between equities and Bitcoin got wider after Bitcoin’s post-all-time-peak correction in October.
Phantom taps Kalshi to offer regulated prediction markets in wallet
CoinTelegraph - The wallet-native feature lets users trade tokenized event contracts across politics, economics and culture without leaving Phantom.
Bitcoin whale opens $491 million Ether long position
CryptoBriefing - The whale's massive Ether long position may signal increased confidence in Ethereum, potentially influencing broader market sentiment and trends. The post Bitcoin whale opens $491 million Ether long position appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Kalshi traders predict 53% chance of Elon Musk becoming trillionaire by 2029
CryptoBriefing - Musk's potential trillionaire status could significantly influence market dynamics, investor sentiment, and innovation trends globally. The post Kalshi traders predict 53% chance of Elon Musk becoming trillionaire by 2029 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Zoomex Lab Sponsors Web3 Year-End Gala: Seoul 2025, Ushering in a “User-First” Payment Era for 2026
BeInCrypto - GRID will host the annual web3 Year-End Gala: Seoul 2025 on December 18 in Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam, with strategic sponsorship from global digital asset trading platform Zoomex Lab and support from Tencent Cloud and media partner Coinness. Themed “A Night of Innovation, Influence & Impact,” the Gala aims to connect Korea’s dynamic market with international trends, The post Zoomex Lab Sponsors Web3 Year-End Gala: Seoul 2025, Ushering in a “User-First” Payment Era for 2026 appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Bitcoin Builds Short-Term Strength — $95,000 Now the Level That Matters
BeInCrypto - Bitcoin is up almost 2% in the past 24 hours and is holding steady above $92,200. The daily chart still looks slow, but the 4-hour chart shows early strength building. Since short-term charts capture shifts faster, the next few sessions may decide whether Bitcoin finally tests $95,000 — a level experts believe is crucial to The post Bitcoin Builds Short-Term Strength — $95,000 Now the Level That Matters appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Bitcoin first, crypto at scale: Inside the UAE’s layered digital asset strategy
CoinTelegraph - Abu Dhabi is anchoring Bitcoin for institutions, while Dubai builds payments, stablecoins and Web3 use cases into daily commerce.
Save the Children launches Bitcoin fund to accelerate humanitarian aid
Atlas21 - The organization is turning to bitcoin and digital assets to overcome delays in traditional banking channels during crises. The post Save the Children launches Bitcoin fund to accelerate humanitarian aid appeared first on Atlas21.
Ethereum Price Flashes A Big Breakout Hope — But It’s Still 7% Away From Confirmation
BeInCrypto - Ethereum is up a little over 1% in the past 24 hours. It is still trailing the broader crypto market, but it has cut its monthly loss to about 5.7%, while Bitcoin is down more than 10% for the month. Even with the slow pace, the Ethereum price is showing early signs of strength again. The post Ethereum Price Flashes A Big Breakout Hope — But It’s Still 7% Away From Confirmation appeared first on BeInCrypto.
YouTube introduces PYUSD payments for U.S. creators
Atlas21 - The video platform is enabling PayPal’s stablecoin as a payout method. The post YouTube introduces PYUSD payments for U.S. creators appeared first on Atlas21.
U.S. Regulators Step Back: Crypto No Longer Labeled a Systemic Threat
cryptoDNES - U.S. regulators have quietly taken one of their biggest steps toward normalizing the digital-asset sector: the Financial Stability Oversight Council no longer views crypto as a potential trigger for a nationwide financial crisis. The post U.S. Regulators Step Back: Crypto No Longer Labeled a Systemic Threat appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
65% of Bitcoin treasury companies report unrealized losses
Atlas21 - The recent price drop has put pressure on most corporate treasuries holding BTC, with roughly two-thirds of companies now in negative territory. The post 65% of Bitcoin treasury companies report unrealized losses appeared first on Atlas21.
U.S. Stock Market Sees Mixed Opening on December 11
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, the U.S. stock market experienced a mixed opening on December 11. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by 105.17 points, marking a 0.22% increase to reach 48,162.92 points. In contrast, the S&P 500 Index opened with a decline of 30.82 points, a 0.45% drop, settling at 6,855.98 points. Meanwhile, the Nasdaq Composite Index also saw a decrease, falling by 178.84 points, or 0.76%, to 23,475.32 points.
Tom Lee Predicts S&P 500 to Reach 7700 by 2026 Amid Bull Market Continuation
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, Tom Lee forecasts that the S&P 500 index will reach 7700 points by 2026, extending the bull market into its fourth year with an anticipated 11.8% increase. Lee attributes this growth to the 'wall of worry' effect, robust technology growth driven by artificial intelligence, and potential dovish policies from the Federal Reserve. In 2025, the S&P 500 saw a 17% rise, with the communication services and technology sectors increasing by 33% and 27%, respectively. Lee remains optimistic about the performance of technology, artificial intelligence, cryptocurrency, materials, energy, and financial sectors in 2026.
Elon Musk's xAI to Implement AI Education System in El Salvador
Binance News - According to PANews, Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company, xAI, has announced a strategic partnership with the government of El Salvador. Over the next two years, xAI plans to deploy its AI model, Grok, across more than 5,000 public schools in the country. This initiative aims to provide personalized AI learning support to over one million students and thousands of teachers, establishing the world's first national AI education system. The program is designed to offer tailored educational services that align with course content and adapt to the pace and level of individual students. xAI and El Salvador will collaborate to develop safety standards, datasets, and ...
Silver Surpasses Microsoft in Global Market Capitalization Rankings
Binance News - According to Odaily, data from 8MarketCap reveals that silver's price has risen to $63.99, pushing its market capitalization beyond $3.6 trillion. This marks a 24-hour increase of 4.85%, allowing silver to surpass tech giant Microsoft, which has a market capitalization of $357.5 billion, to secure the fifth position in global asset market capitalization rankings. Meanwhile, Bitcoin's current market capitalization is approximately $179.4 billion, placing it ninth in the global rankings.
U.S. Commerce Secretary Criticizes Federal Reserve Chair Over Interest Rates
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick criticized Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell during an interview with CNBC, accusing him of maintaining excessively high interest rates. Lutnick argued that interest rates should be lower and suggested that Powell's actions were delayed due to fear of leading the $30 trillion global economy. He emphasized the need for proactive measures, stating that the U.S. economy is performing well, with a GDP growth of 4%. Lutnick also predicted that under U.S. President Donald Trump's administration, the economic growth rate could reach 6%. He advocated for reducing interest ...
U.S. Stock Market Sees Mixed Results with Dow Jones Rising
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, the U.S. stock market experienced mixed outcomes on December 11. The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed with a significant increase of 646.26 points, or 1.34%, reaching 48,704.01 points. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 Index saw a modest rise of 14.31 points, or 0.21%, closing at 6,900.99 points. In contrast, the Nasdaq Composite Index fell by 60.3 points, marking a decline of 0.25%, and ended the day at 23,593.86 points.
Canaan Technology Reports November Bitcoin Production and Mining Update
Binance News - According to PANews, Canaan Technology has released its Bitcoin production and mining business update for November 2025. The company reported a mining output of 89 BTC for the month. Additionally, Canaan increased its deployed hash rate to 9.41 EH/s by the end of November, with an operational hash rate of 8.12 EH/s. During November, Canaan strategically acquired an additional 100 BTC amid a price decline, bringing its cryptocurrency holdings to 1,730 BTC and 3,951 ETH by the month's end.
Huang Licheng Increases Ethereum Holdings
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, data from Hyperbot indicates that Huang Licheng has recently increased his Ethereum long position. The current position size has reached 8,000 ETH, up from the initial 6,900 ETH just nine minutes earlier, marking an addition of 1,100 ETH. The average opening price is $3,243.53, with an unrealized profit of approximately $114,100.
Phantom Hints at Potential Launch of Prediction Market
Binance News - According to Odaily, the crypto wallet application Phantom has shared a screenshot from Polymarket regarding the prediction, 'Will Phantom launch a prediction market this year?' The post was accompanied by a 'sneak peek' themed emoji, suggesting the possibility of Phantom entering the prediction market space.
Sei and Xiaomi Collaborate on Web3 Mobile Access Initiative
Binance News - According to Foresight News, Sei has announced a collaboration with Xiaomi focusing on pre-installing a mobile financial application based on Sei, enabling Web3 access for mobile users. Xiaomi will not directly support or operate any digital currency payment functions or stablecoins. Previously, Foresight News reported that Sei and global consumer electronics giant Xiaomi have reached a partnership to pre-install next-generation crypto wallets and discovery applications on all newly launched Xiaomi smartphones, excluding those in mainland China and the United States. This initiative aims to foster innovation in practical blockchain applications in the retail sector ...
Ethereum's Bullish Outlook Strengthened by Wall Street Consensus and Fusaka Upgrade
Binance News - According to Odaily, Trend Research's latest report highlights a strong bullish sentiment for Ethereum. The report outlines several key factors contributing to this outlook. Firstly, there is a growing consensus on Wall Street, reinforced by the recent statement from the SEC Chairman about the financial sector's migration to blockchain. U.S. President Donald Trump and American political and economic elites are collaboratively advancing the tokenization of U.S. Treasury bonds, with Ethereum playing a central role. ...
Bitcoin Accumulators Increase Holdings Amid Market Conditions
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, CryptoQuant analyst DarkFrost has reported that Bitcoin 'accumulators' have increased their holdings by over 75,000 Bitcoins from the 1st to the 10th of this month. Notably, between the 9th and 10th alone, they accumulated 40,000 Bitcoins. These addresses currently hold approximately 315,000 Bitcoins, and this upward trend continues. These investors appear to be unaffected by current market conditions or momentum.DarkFrost further outlined the characteristics of these 'accumulator' addresses: they show no outflows, have a minimum purchase amount in their most recent transaction, have engaged in at least two purchase events (inflows), must hold a minimum total Bitcoin balance, must have been active at least once in the past seven years, exclude ...
Federal Reserve's Recent Reserve Management Plan: An Upgrade to Qualitative Easing
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, former Morgan Stanley NFA trader Jeff Park recently commented on the X platform regarding the Federal Reserve's newly announced reserve management-driven purchase plan. Although labeled as 'reserve management,' Park argues that it essentially represents quantitative easing (QE), albeit upgraded to 'qualitative easing.'In a system with ample reserves, these reserves possess perfect balance sheet flexibility due to a 0% risk weight under the Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR), surpassing the flexibility of short-term government bonds. This flexibility explains the sudden relaxation of the Supplementary Leverage Ratio (SLR) rules before Thanksgiving and the swift announcement of a $40 billion monthly purchase plan within two weeks before the ...
Federal Reserve's Treasury Purchase Plan Exceeds Market Expectations
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, the Federal Reserve has announced a plan to purchase $40 billion in short-term U.S. Treasury bonds monthly, surpassing previous market expectations. This initiative has led major Wall Street banks to revise their debt issuance forecasts for 2026 and has contributed to a decrease in borrowing costs. Barclays Bank estimates that the Federal Reserve's total purchase of short-term Treasury bonds by 2026 could reach approximately $525 billion, significantly higher than the earlier forecast of $345 billion. The Fed's aggressive approach indicates a low tolerance for financing pressures. ...
Satsuma Technology Reduces Bitcoin Holdings
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, British publicly traded company Satsuma Technology has sold 579 bitcoins, reducing its total holdings to 620 bitcoins. This information was monitored by BitcoinTreasuries.NET.
France Advances Amendment Requiring Disclosure of Self-Custodied Crypto Assets
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, France has moved forward with Amendment No. 1649 AC, which mandates citizens to declare the exact market value of their self-custodied cryptocurrencies, even if no taxable transactions have occurred. Critics have raised concerns, arguing that this measure constitutes an inappropriate invasion of privacy and could lead to the creation of a risky 'data honeypot' containing names, addresses, and precise balances of crypto assets.
Whale Utilizes Recursive Lending Strategy to Acquire AAVE
Binance News - According to Foresight News, Lookonchain has reported that a significant cryptocurrency holder has employed a recursive lending strategy to borrow 1 million USDC for the purchase of 5,211 AAVE tokens. The address currently holds 338,544 AAVE tokens on the Aave platform, with a debt of 30.8 million USDC.
VanEck to Launch Degen Economy ETF Focusing on Digital Gaming
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas reports that VanEck is set to introduce the Degen Economy ETF, which will concentrate on areas such as digital gaming and prediction markets. This new ETF emerges from a previous gaming-focused ETF that had to be adjusted due to underperformance. Eric Balchunas notes that this development signifies the growing influence of the 'gambler' demographic within the economic sector.
Whale Reduces Leverage on WBTC Holdings
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, a significant whale involved in leveraging Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) has begun to reduce its leverage. On-chain analyst @ai_9684xtpa reported that the whale, associated with address 0x931…3c721, sold 150 BTC at an average price of $92,276 over the past three hours, amounting to $13.84 million. This sale was used to repay a loan on Aave, resulting in a loss of $75,000. Since April 2025, the whale had been purchasing WBTC, acquiring 340.2 WBTC at an average price of $92,777.36, totaling $31.56 million. Currently, the whale still has 225.07 WBTC collateralized on Aave, with a loan of $8.74 million and a ...
Federal Reserve Reappoints Regional Presidents for Five-Year Terms
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, the Federal Reserve announced on Thursday that its board has unanimously voted to reappoint 11 regional Federal Reserve presidents for five-year terms starting March 1 of next year. The decision follows a comprehensive evaluation by the regional Federal Reserve boards and has received unanimous approval from the Federal Reserve Board. By law, all regional Federal Reserve presidents and their first vice presidents serve five-year terms, with the current term set to expire on February 28, 2026. This move addresses a key issue concerning the future composition of the Federal Reserve's monetary policy committee. Previously, there were reports suggesting ...
OpenAI Unveils GPT-5.2 Focused on Professional Knowledge Work
Binance News - According to Foresight News, OpenAI has launched GPT-5.2, emphasizing its application in professional knowledge work and long-process AI agent design. The new version offers three variants: Instant, Thinking, and Pro. Instant is tailored for writing and information retrieval, Thinking excels in programming and planning, while Pro provides the most accurate responses to complex queries. OpenAI aims to enhance the economic value of AI in real-world work scenarios with GPT-5.2. The model has outperformed industry professionals in various benchmark tests, showcasing its capabilities across different tasks.
Independent Bitcoin Miner Successfully Mines Block 927474
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, an independent Bitcoin miner successfully mined block 927474 early this morning, earning a reward of 3.133 BTC.
Stream Finance Faces Legal Action Over Misappropriation of Funds
Binance News - According to PANews, Stream Finance, an Ethereum-based yield protocol, reported a loss of $93 million in cryptocurrency due to an 'external fund manager' in early November, accounting for approximately 17% of the assets under management. On Monday, Stream's co-founder filed a lawsuit under the name Stream Trading Corp., accusing Georgia resident Ryan DeMattia of defaulting on a personal loan and misappropriating the funds to cover his personal losses. The lawsuit also accuses Florida resident Caleb McMeans of failing to fulfill the agreement signed in January when he took over the protocol and brand, requesting the court to enforce the agreement due to McMeans allegedly shirking responsibility. ...
XRP ETF from 21shares goes live after SEC declares S-1 effective
CryptoBriefing - The launch of 21shares' XRP ETF may boost crypto adoption and competition, enhancing investor access to diverse digital assets. The post XRP ETF from 21shares goes live after SEC declares S-1 effective appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
U.S. Senate Advances Major Cryptocurrency Legislation
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, U.S. Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott announced significant progress in advancing a comprehensive cryptocurrency bill into law following a meeting with top banking CEOs. On Thursday, Scott met with Brian Moynihan of Bank of America, Jane Fraser of Citigroup, and Charlie Scharf of Wells Fargo to discuss this landmark legislation.The proposed bill aims to establish regulatory guidelines for the digital asset industry and empower agencies like the SEC and CFTC. This week, the three banking CEOs are expected to meet with senators to further discuss the cryptocurrency legislative proposal. The meetings are reportedly held separately with Democrats and Republicans, both described as "cordial."Insiders revealed that discussions ...
OpenAI Launches GPT-5.2 Amid Expanded Major Contracts
Decrypt - OpenAI unveiled GPT-5.2, featuring upgrades for scientific, mathematical, and software tasks, as employers mull AI for technical work.
New Wallet Receives Significant Bitcoin Transfer
Binance News - According to BlockBeats On-chain Detection, a newly created wallet address has received 700 bitcoins from Galaxy Digital. This transaction adds to the wallet's total holdings, which now amount to 1,900 bitcoins. The acquisition of these bitcoins has been ongoing since December 9 through an over-the-counter (OTC) platform. The wallet address in question is bc1qp8sepu0sa8kv497kn9s9jfukg7c7eg5yyuhc4w.
Michael Hsu Joins Core Innovation Capital as Venture Partner
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, Michael Hsu, the acting Comptroller of the Currency at the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), has joined venture capital firm Core Innovation Capital as a venture partner. In his new role, Hsu will provide support to startup founders in areas of regulatory compliance and policy engagement.
Whale Increases ETH Holdings After October Flash Crash
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, data from hyperbot reveals that a major investor known as the 'October 11 Flash Crash Insider Whale' has significantly increased their Ethereum (ETH) holdings. Nine hours ago, the whale expanded their position to 140,094.5238 ETH, up from an initial 120,094.5238 ETH, adding 20,000 ETH to their portfolio. The average opening price for these holdings is $3,179.54, resulting in an unrealized profit of approximately $8.33 million. Additionally, early this morning at 4 a.m. UTC+8, the whale opened new positions with 100,000 Solana (SOL) and 958.91 Bitcoin (BTC). These positions have generated unrealized profits of $60,000 and $910,000, respectively. The total ...
Google's New Browser Promises to End the Tyranny of the Tab
Decrypt - Google's Disco builds custom apps from your open tabs, hinting at a post-search future.
CME Predicts Fed's Interest Rate Decisions for Early Next Year
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, CME's "FedWatch" tool indicates a 24.4% probability of the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates by 25 basis points in January next year, while the likelihood of maintaining the current rates stands at 75.6%. By March, the probability of a cumulative 25 basis point rate cut increases to 40.4%, with a 52% chance of rates remaining unchanged. Additionally, there is a 7.6% probability of a cumulative 50 basis point rate cut by March.
Bitcoin liquidity is drying up in specific regions as a new “pay-to-exit” model quietly takes over
CryptoSlate - Belarus expanded platform blocking in December, tightening access to exchanges and reinforcing a High-Tech Park perimeter for residents. The move fits a wider access playbook across EMEA and APAC that now uses telecom blocklists, app-store removals, and KYC gates to shape who reaches the same BTC and USDT order books. The practical result is a […] The post Bitcoin liquidity is drying up in specific regions as a new “pay-to-exit” model quietly takes over appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Pakistan Embraces Bitcoin and Digital Assets for Economic Transformation
Binance News - According to Cointelegraph, Pakistan is positioning Bitcoin and digital assets as pivotal components of a new financial infrastructure for its 240 million citizens. This development was highlighted by Bilal Bin Saqib, chairman of Pakistan’s Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (PVARA), during the Bitcoin MENA Conference. Saqib emphasized the need for Pakistan to move beyond traditional economic models, advocating for digital assets as a foundational element of a new financial system for the global south. He stated that these assets should be viewed not merely as speculative tools but as essential infrastructure.Saqib, who previously served as a special assistant to the prime minister on blockchain and crypto, is tasked with transforming Pakistan's large, unregulated crypto ...
New York Fed Plans $40 Billion Reserve Management Purchases
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, the New York Federal Reserve's operations desk is set to conduct approximately $40 billion in reserve management purchases from December 12 to January 14.
XRP Holders Should Mark Their Calendars for These Dates
U.Today - Ripple will be hosting back-to-back Swell events in New York.
JellyJelly Rockets 120% on App Store Release
TheDefiant - The video chat app built by Venmo co-founder Iqram Magdon-Ismail launched its token earlier this year.
21Shares Launches New XRP ETF on CBOE as Institutional Demand Rises
cryptoDNES - The lineup of U.S.-listed XRP investment products expanded again this week, with 21Shares launching its newest exchange-traded fund under the ticker TOXR on the CBOE. The post 21Shares Launches New XRP ETF on CBOE as Institutional Demand Rises appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
OpenAI rolls out new GPT-5.2 AI model to counter Google’s Gemini push
CryptoBriefing - OpenAI launched GPT 5.2 with Instant Thinking and Pro models delivering major gains in reasoning and professional workflows. The post OpenAI rolls out new GPT-5.2 AI model to counter Google’s Gemini push appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Bitcoin Isn’t Buying What the Fed Is Selling: Here’s What the Charts Suggest Happens Next
Decrypt - So much for that post-Fed relief rally. Bitcoin and Ethereum are again trending downwards, and the charts suggest bears are in control.
Fidelity: Bitcoin Is 'Lone Loser'
U.Today - This year has been extremely disappointing for the leading cryptocurrency..
Klarna Teams With Stripe’s Privy to Build Crypto Wallet ‘For the Masses’
Decrypt - Swedish fintech firm Klarna is working towards the launch of its own crypto wallet with Stripe-owned wallet infrastructure firm, Privy.
Texas Faces Surge in AI-Driven Energy Demand
Binance News - According to Cointelegraph, Texas is witnessing a significant shift in energy demand dynamics, with artificial intelligence (AI) data centers now leading the surge in large-load power requests, surpassing the demand previously driven by Bitcoin miners. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), responsible for managing the state's independent power grid, has reported a substantial increase in its large-load interconnection queue, which has reached 226 gigawatts of new requests. Notably, approximately 73% of these requests are linked to AI facilities. Developers have submitted 225 large-load requests this year alone, while ERCOT ...
Disney Targets Google Over AI Copyright Violations—Alongside $1 Billion OpenAI Deal
Decrypt - Disney says Google’s AI used its characters without permission, as it signed a new deal with OpenAI to allow character generation with Sora.
Tom Lee: Ethereum Is Deeply Undervalued – and We’re Still Accumulating
cryptoDNES - Tom Lee, best known as Fundstrat’s co-founder and now chairman of BitMine Immersion Technologies, says the crypto market has already moved past its local bottom - and he’s putting capital behind that belief. The post Tom Lee: Ethereum Is Deeply Undervalued – and We’re Still Accumulating appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
U.S. Labor Statistics Bureau to Release December PPI Data
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has announced that it will release the Producer Price Index (PPI) data for December on January 30. This data is anticipated to provide insights into the inflation trends affecting the U.S. economy.
Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Adjusts Slightly
Binance News - According to Odaily, data from CloverPool indicates that Bitcoin mining difficulty experienced an adjustment today at 11:47, at block height 927,360. The difficulty decreased by 0.74% to 148.20 T.
Some Bitcoin Buying Firms Are Selling as Losses Pile Up on Paper: Report
Decrypt - A report found that most Bitcoin-stacking firms sit on unrealized losses, with a handful selling the asset as its price fell last month.
AfterDark ETF Solves Bitcoin’s Timezone Puzzle: Counter-Trade Americans To Unlock Hidden 222% Return Trend
99Bitcoins - Traders have long sought the optimal time to trade crypto, and at different points over the years, European, US, and Asian time zones have all had their turn, offering the best returns. However, a newly proposed ETF now offers Bitcoin exposure with a twist. The Nicholas Bitcoin and Treasuries AfterDark ETF aims to trade Bitcoin-linked.. The post AfterDark ETF Solves Bitcoin’s Timezone Puzzle: Counter-Trade Americans To Unlock Hidden 222% Return Trend appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Coinbase Ending USDC Rewards for Free Users, Will Only Be for Paid Members
Decrypt - Not all Coinbase users will be able to earn rewards on USDC holdings, as the exchange moves to make it a feature for Coinbase One members.
Jump Crypto Transfers 327 BTC to Anonymous Address
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, data from Arkham indicates that at 22:26, Jump Crypto transferred 327 BTC to an anonymous address starting with 12YGEm.
Grayscale Bittensor Trust Details Announced
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, Grayscale has officially released details about the Grayscale Bittensor Trust. The initial asset management scale for TAO is approximately $10,811,551, with a fee rate of 2.5%. The number of shares in circulation is 1,881,500. This product will be quoted on the OTC Markets Group platform, allowing investors to buy and sell through most traditional brokerage accounts at market-determined prices.
Disney Invests $1 Billion in OpenAI, Becomes Key Content Partner
Binance News - According to PANews, The Walt Disney Company has entered into a landmark agreement with OpenAI, committing to a $1 billion equity investment in the AI firm. This partnership positions Disney as the first major content licensing partner for OpenAI's model, Sora. Disney plans to leverage OpenAI's technology by becoming a customer and utilizing its API to develop products, tools, and service experiences. This includes projects for Disney+ and the deployment of ChatGPT for its employees.
Ripple CEO Highlights Rapid Growth of XRP Spot ETF
Binance News - According to Odaily, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse announced on the X platform that the total asset management scale of the listed XRP spot ETF surpassed $1 billion in less than four weeks. XRP has become the fastest cryptocurrency to reach this milestone since the launch of the ETH spot ETF. In 2025, the United States introduced over 40 cryptocurrency ETFs, indicating a significant demand for regulated crypto products. With Vanguard opening cryptocurrency trading channels for traditional retirement and trading accounts, millions of non-technical users can now access cryptocurrencies. For new 'off-chain' crypto holders, stability and community are crucial yet often underestimated themes.
Grayscale's Ethereum Trusts Generate Significant Staking Rewards
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, Grayscale CEO Peter Mintzberg announced on the X platform that the Grayscale Ethereum Trust (ETHE) and Ethereum Mini Trust (ETH) have generated approximately $11.8 million in ETH staking rewards for investors in less than sixty days. These trusts are among the better-performing ETF products in the U.S. market to date.
Grayscale Lists Bittensor Trust Ahead of TAO’s First Halving
cryptoDNES - Grayscale has opened public trading for its Bittensor investment vehicle, giving U.S. investors a new way to gain exposure to the AI-focused TAO token just days before the network undergoes its first halving. The post Grayscale Lists Bittensor Trust Ahead of TAO’s First Halving appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Twenty One Capital Expands Bitcoin Holdings
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, Jack Mallers, CEO of Twenty One Capital, clarified in a recent CNBC interview that the company is not a Bitcoin treasury firm. Instead, it is a Bitcoin-native company supported by Tether and SoftBank, focusing on cash flow, growth, and Bitcoin accumulation. Mallers also revealed Twenty One Capital's on-chain holdings, showing that the company has recently increased its Bitcoin holdings by 441.25 BTC, bringing the total to 43,514.12 BTC.
Paxos Seeks SEC Approval to Become Clearing Agency
Binance News - According to Foresight News, Paxos co-founder and CEO Chad Cascarilla announced at the Solana Breakpoint conference that Paxos has applied to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to become a clearing agency. This move would enable Paxos to directly custody and issue stocks and bonds on-chain, allowing users to hold actual underlying assets rather than derivatives. Cascarilla emphasized that this development is crucial for the large-scale transition of traditional financial assets onto blockchain.Cascarilla outlined Paxos's goal to facilitate the integration of traditional assets into the blockchain environment. The company plans to expand its presence in the stablecoin and asset tokenization sectors, including the growth of USDG and gold ...
Binance Named a Top Global Employer in eFinancialCareers’ Ideal Employers 2025–26 Report
Binance News - Binance has been recognized as one of the world’s most desirable workplaces in the newly released eFinancialCareers Ideal Employers 2025–26 report, ranking among top institutions across banking, fintech, hedge funds, and digital assets.The findings are based on 15,500+ survey responses from finance and technology professionals across 126 countries, evaluating more than 200 leading global employers including Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, BlackRock, Citadel, Millennium Management, Coinbase, KPMG, and others.Binance Earns Top Rankings Across Key CategoriesAccording to the report, Binance achieved:#1 in Wellbeing — the highest score among all evaluated fintech and crypto companies#2 in Fintech — placing Binance ahead of most global fintech competitors#3 in ...
Binance to Cease VTHO Rewards for VET Flexible Products in 2026
Binance News - According to the announcement from Binance, the distribution of VeChainThor (VTHO) rewards for VeChain's (VET) Simple Earn Flexible Products will be discontinued starting 2026-01-01 00:00 (UTC). This decision follows recent updates to VeChain's tokenomics, impacting users who have invested in VET Flexible Products. While the VTHO rewards will no longer be accrued from these positions, the Real-Time Annual Percentage Rate (APR) rewards for VET Flexible Products will remain unaffected. Users interested in continuing to earn VTHO rewards can opt for VET Locked Products, as these are not impacted by the change. ...
Hong Kong Stock Exchange Anticipates Surge in Tech IPOs Next Year
Binance News - According to PANews, Li Zhenguo, Vice Chairman of UBS Global Investment Banking, has indicated that Hong Kong Stock Exchange's Chapter 18C is opening new avenues for tech companies to go public. It is anticipated that 150 to 200 companies will list in Hong Kong next year, with the total IPO size expected to reach 300 billion yuan, positioning Hong Kong at the forefront globally. Li believes that consumer goods, high technology, and artificial intelligence will continue to be key themes next year. The ongoing interest rate cuts remain a focal point for the market, while the stabilization of mainland consumption is also favorable for market growth. Additionally, the overall stock valuation in the Greater China region is at a discount compared to U.S. stocks, making it attractive to ...
Spanish Company Vanadi Coffee Increases Bitcoin Holdings
Binance News - According to Odaily, Spanish publicly traded company Vanadi Coffee has acquired an additional 10 Bitcoins, bringing its total holdings to 129 Bitcoins. This acquisition places Vanadi Coffee at the 100th position on the BitcoinTreasuries.NET holdings list.
Bitcoin Creator Statue Unveiled at NYSE by Twenty One Capital
Binance News - According to Foresight News, Twenty One Capital has placed a statue of Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). The unveiling was conducted by Twenty One Capital's CEO, Jack Mallers. The NYSE commented on the event, stating that it symbolizes the intersection of emerging systems with traditional institutions. The move reflects how new ideas are integrated into the shared history of artistic concepts, from code to culture.
High Probability of Zero Gold Card Sales by Trump in 2025, Predicts Polymarket
Binance News - According to Odaily, recent data from Polymarket indicates a 71% probability that U.S. President Donald Trump will sell zero Gold Cards in 2025. In contrast, the likelihood of selling between 1 and 100 cards stands at 22%, while the probability of selling more than 100 cards is less than 10%. The total trading volume in this prediction market has approached $5.5 million.
Dollar Poised for Further Weakness in 2026, Warns Edmond de Rothschild Asset Management CEO
Binance News - The U.S. dollar could face renewed downward pressure in 2026 as macroeconomic uncertainty, shifting interest-rate expectations, and potential risks in the artificial intelligence sector weigh on investor sentiment, according to Benjamin Melman, CEO of Edmond de Rothschild Asset Management.Speaking on evolving global macro trends, Melman said the dollar’s downside risks may intensify if concerns over U.S. interest rates resurface or if an AI-driven market bubble unexpectedly bursts, both of which could undermine confidence in the greenback.Dollar Weakens as Fed Rate Cuts ContinueThe U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) slipped another 0.05% to 98.59, continuing a multi-month downtrend. The index hit a three-and-a-half-year low of 96.218 in mid-September, driven by the ...
FCA Outlines Digital Innovation Strategy for Upcoming Year
Binance News - According to Foresight News, the Chief Executive Officer of the UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Nikhil Rathi, has detailed the agency's digital innovation strategy for the coming year in a letter to Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The FCA's objectives for 2026 include finalizing regulations for digital assets and advancing the issuance of a pound sterling stablecoin. The FCA is currently collaborating with the Bank of England to develop comprehensive regulatory guidelines covering stablecoins, trading platforms, lending, staking, and custody, with implementation expected by 2026. ...
Bitcoin Faces Weakness Amid Market Dynamics
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, Bitcoin remains in a weakened state following weeks of sell-offs. Despite a 25 basis point interest rate cut announced by the Federal Reserve, which led to gains in Asian stock markets following Wall Street, Bitcoin declined during the Asian trading session, failing to uplift the sentiment among cryptocurrency traders. Sean McNulty, Head of Derivatives Trading for Asia-Pacific at FalconX, noted that Bitcoin's next significant support level is at $88,500, with $85,000 being a critical threshold. On Wednesday, U.S. Bitcoin ETFs saw a net inflow of $224 million, yet Bitcoin's price struggled to stay above $94,000, indicating that ...
Edmond de Rothschild CEO Doubts ECB Rate Hike in 2026
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, Edmond de Rothschild CEO Benjamin Melman expressed skepticism about the likelihood of the European Central Bank (ECB) raising interest rates in 2026. Melman stated, "We do not believe this will happen," citing the economic challenges faced by Germany and France. He described a rapid rate hike as "madness" given Germany's prolonged economic weakness and France's difficult fiscal situation. LSEG data indicates that the money market is not currently pricing in any ECB rate hikes for 2026.
Strive Asset Management Launches $500 Million Stock Sale to Buy More Bitcoin
CoinPaprika - Strive Asset Management announced a $500 million preferred stock offering to acquire more Bitcoin and related products.
Wealthy Asian investors bet on digital assets: 60% plan to increase exposure
Atlas21 - A Sygnum report highlights how HNWIs in the Asia-Pacific region view cryptocurrencies as essential for long-term wealth planning. The post Wealthy Asian investors bet on digital assets: 60% plan to increase exposure appeared first on Atlas21.
Blockstream launches Lightning–Liquid swaps in its wallet via Boltz
Atlas21 - Blockstream’s latest update to its mobile app enables instant swaps between Lightning and Liquid. The post Blockstream launches Lightning–Liquid swaps in its wallet via Boltz appeared first on Atlas21.
Polymarket Achieves Record Trading Volume This Week
Binance News - According to Odaily, Dragonfly's data director, hildobby, expressed dissatisfaction with the current public data sources available for Polymarket. As a result, hildobby has created a new data dashboard on Dune. This week, Polymarket's total trading volume reached a historic high of approximately $1.3 billion, surpassing the previous peak during the U.S. presidential election.
21Shares Predicts Significant Growth in Cryptocurrency by 2026
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, 21Shares has released its 2026 cryptocurrency status report, outlining several key predictions. The report forecasts that Bitcoin will transition from its traditional four-year cycle to becoming a mature macro asset, driven by structural capital inflows, macroeconomic adjustments, and regulatory clarity. It also predicts that the global cryptocurrency ETP assets under management will increase from the current over $250 billion to $400 billion, outperforming the Nasdaq 100 ETF. ...
Crypto News: Fed Cuts Rates but Sends Mixed Signals, Cooling Hopes for Immediate Bitcoin Rally
Binance News - The U.S. Federal Reserve delivered a widely expected 25 bps rate cut on Wednesday, lowering the target range to 3.50%–3.75%, but uncertain forward guidance from Chair Jerome Powell dampened expectations for a near-term Bitcoin breakout.Analysts say Powell’s remarks — neither fully hawkish nor dovish — signal that the meaningful portion of the easing cycle may not begin until 2026, leaving crypto markets without a strong macro catalyst in the short term.Powell Warns of “No Risk-Free Path,” Signals Caution AheadAt the December FOMC meeting, Powell emphasized the complexity of the current economic landscape:“In the near term, risks to inflation are tilted to the upside and risks to employment to the downside — a challenging situation. There is no ...
Bitcoin's Potential Growth Amid Market Adjustments
Binance News - According to Odaily, trader Banmuxia has analyzed recent Bitcoin movements, noting a surge that occurred early in the morning, though it was not substantial. The increase from $80,500 appears to be forming a leading wedge pattern. Within the context of a major fourth wave adjustment, this leading wedge is likely the 'a' wave, suggesting that the current adjustment should not exceed the range of $93,100 to $83,800. The adjustment is nearing the 0.382 level, indicating a possible conclusion. Additionally, the $89,000 to $90,000 range serves as a strong support level. The market anticipates a potential rise to $103,500 to $112,500 over the next month, though the process may be quite volatile.
Galaxy Expands into Middle Eastern Market with Abu Dhabi Office
Binance News - According to PANews, Galaxy, a digital asset management and infrastructure company, has announced plans to establish a new office and business division in Abu Dhabi. This move is part of Galaxy's strategy to enter the Middle Eastern market. In a statement released on Wednesday, Galaxy revealed that it will set up an entity under the registration authority of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), the region's international financial center. Mike Novogratz, founder and CEO of Galaxy, stated that this initiative is part of the company's efforts to expand existing partnerships and business strategies. Prior to its Middle Eastern expansion, Galaxy reported its financial results for the third quarter of 2025, with net income reaching $505 million and equity valued at $3.2 billion.
Binance to Adjust Tick Sizes for Spot Trading Pairs by December 2025
Binance News - According to the announcement from Binance, the platform is set to adjust the tick sizes for certain spot trading pairs by 2025-12-18 05:00 (UTC). This change aims to enhance market liquidity and improve the trading experience for users. The tick size, which represents the minimum change in the unit price, will be updated for various trading pairs. Notably, this adjustment will not impact existing spot orders, as orders placed before the update will continue to be matched with the original tick size.API users should note that tick size changes will also affect API interactions. Users can access the latest tick size information via the GET /api/v3/exchangeInfo endpoint. Binance advises users to adjust their trading bots accordingly to prevent any unnecessary impact on ...
Film Funded on Base Platform to Premiere at Sundance Film Festival
Binance News - According to Foresight News, the film THE MUSICAL, developed and funded by the on-chain movie project Sequel, has been selected for the competition section of the Sundance Film Festival. The movie will premiere on January 25 in the U.S. Dramatic Competition category.
U.S. Government Launches Trump Gold Card Visa Program
Binance News - According to Odaily, the U.S. government has officially launched the 'Trump Gold Card' visa program, with applications open from December 10. Individuals can obtain U.S. residency by paying $1 million, while businesses are required to pay $2 million. Additionally, applicants must pay a processing and review fee of $15,000. The government also plans to introduce a 'Platinum Card' priced at $5 million, which is currently marked as 'coming soon' on the U.S. government website.
Binance Launches UAE Exclusive Promotions with 1,000,000 AED Rewards Pool
Binance News - According to the announcement from Binance, the platform is set to launch the 'UAE Exclusive Ready. Set. Binance.' promotion, running from 2025-12-09 to 2026-01-10. This initiative is designed for verified regular and VIP 1 - 3 users across the UAE, offering five distinct promotions aimed at onboarding, educating, and engaging users within the Binance ecosystem. Participants have the opportunity to win from a 1,000,000 AED rewards pool through various activities, including registration, first-time trading, Convert, Futures, Earn, and a city-wide social challenge. **Promotion Details** ...
Ethereum Foundation Announces BPO-1 Activation to Enhance Block Capacity
Binance News - According to PANews, the Ethereum Foundation announced on the X platform that BPO-1 has been activated, increasing the Blob capacity of each block to 15. This enhancement, which does not require a hard fork, provides additional space for Layer 2 networks on Ethereum. BPO-2, scheduled for release in January, is expected to further expand capacity.
Whale Achieves Consistent Profits with Strategic Trading Approach
Binance News - According to BlockBeats On-chain Detection, a prominent cryptocurrency address known as the 'Whale' has demonstrated remarkable trading success since October, achieving 20 consecutive wins with an average holding period of approximately 88 hours and a win rate of around 85%. Since its initial trade on September 25, the address has accumulated profits of approximately $6.44 million. The trading strategy involves maintaining discipline by using low leverage and low margin ratios to earn stable returns, while consistently managing account funds around $12 million.Additionally, monitoring reveals that the address partially closed a long position in Bitcoin today, which had been held for about 37 days. Initially opened at a high price of approximately $98,700 on November 14, the position was ...
Polygon Network Enhances Transaction Speed with Recent Upgrade
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, Polygon Foundation CEO Sandeep Nailwal has revealed that the recent Madhugiri hard fork upgrade on the Polygon network has increased its on-chain transaction processing capacity by 40%, reaching 1,400 transactions per second (TPS).Sandeep Nailwal stated that the team has outlined a clear technical roadmap, aiming to boost TPS to 5,000 within the next six months, positioning Polygon as one of the highest throughput blockchain networks in the industry. Additionally, a second phase upgrade is planned to further increase TPS to 100,000 within 12 to 24 months, with the goal of establishing it as the preferred blockchain platform for global payments.
Rare Triceratops Skeleton Acquired by Crypto Investors
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, a rare 69-million-year-old triceratops skeleton, one of only 24 known globally, is housed in a Singapore vault known as the 'Fort Knox of Asia.' This unique fossil, over five meters long, was purchased for approximately $5 million by a group of collectors, including Yoann Turpin, co-founder of crypto market maker Wintermute. The fossil was transported from Wyoming to Singapore's Le Freeport earlier this year. Among the four owners, all of whom are cryptocurrency investors, is Chaw Wei Yang, who operates the collectibles-themed platform Co-Museum. ...
Exodus Movement Reduces Bitcoin Holdings
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, U.S. publicly traded cryptocurrency wallet company Exodus Movement (EXOD) has sold 245 bitcoins. The company's current bitcoin holdings now total 1,902 bitcoins.
Federal Reserve's Rate Cut and Treasury Purchases Impact Crypto Market
Binance News - According to Odaily, analyst Adam from Greeks.live reports that the Federal Reserve's recent decision to cut interest rates by 25 basis points and resume a $40 billion monthly purchase of short-term Treasury bills is expected to improve financial system liquidity, benefiting the market. However, Adam cautions that with the Christmas holidays and year-end settlements approaching, the crypto market typically experiences low liquidity and activity during this period, making it premature to anticipate a bull market resurgence. Options data indicates high concentration in BTC and ETH positions by the end of December, with BTC's maximum pain point at $100,000 and ETH's at $3,200. ...
Crypto News: 6 in 10 Asian High-Net-Worth Investors Plan to Increase Crypto Allocations, Sygnum Survey Shows
Binance News - A new Sygnum APAC HNWI Report reveals accelerating digital-asset adoption among Asia’s wealthiest investors, with 60% of high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) planning to increase their crypto exposure over the next two to five years.The findings underscore a structural shift across Asia’s private-wealth landscape, where digital assets are transitioning from speculative instruments to core long-term portfolio holdings.Crypto Now a Mainstay in Asia’s Private Wealth PortfoliosSygnum surveyed 270 HNWIs with over $1 million in investable assets, as well as professional investors with more than a decade of experience, across ten APAC markets including Singapore, Hong Kong, Indonesia, South Korea and Thailand.Key insights from the report include:87% of Asian HNWIs already hold ...
CFTC Acting Chair Announces CEO Innovation Committee Members
Binance News - According to Foresight News, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Acting Chair Caroline D. Pham has revealed the members of the CEO Innovation Committee. This committee is set to discuss developments in the market structure of derivatives markets. The members include Shayne Coplan, CEO of Polymarket; Craig Donohue, CEO of CME Global Markets; Terry Duffy, CEO of CME Group; Tom Farley, CEO of Bullish; Adena Friedman, Chairman and CEO of Nasdaq; and Luke Hoersten, CEO of Bitnomial.
CBOE Approves Listing of 21Shares XRP ETF
Binance News - According to PANews, the Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) has approved the listing and registration of the 21Shares XRP Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF).
Senators Aim to Resolve Key Differences in Cryptocurrency Legislation
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, senators are working to address critical differences in cryptocurrency regulation legislation in the final weeks of the year. The goal is to advance the bill out of committee after months of negotiations. Despite Democratic colleagues seeking amendments to the draft text and only a few days remaining before lawmakers leave for vacation, Republicans are pushing for a review and revision of the cryptocurrency market structure legislation next week. An industry insider familiar with the legislative process stated, "Time is of the essence. Realistically, there are about 48 hours to determine if the bill ...
Markets - Bitcoin Rallies on Fed Rate Cut
TheDefiant - Our chart of the week is LUNC.
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Fed Rate Cut Sparks Mixed Moves in Crypto Markets
TheDefiant - Bitcoin and Ethereum recorded mild gains while XRP dropped slightly.
Sei Partners With Smartphone Maker Xiaomi
TheDefiant - The collaboration calls for Xiaomi to build crypto wallets and a crypto discovery app into all new phones launched outside the US and China.
Michael Saylor’s Big Bitcoin Idea: Digital Credit Built Upon Digital Capital
99Bitcoins - Speaking at the Abu Dhabi Finance Week on 10 December 2025, Michael Saylor said that Bitcoin is indeed digital gold and that once everyone understands it for what it is, the global credit is will be built on it. According to Saylor, Strategy is currently acquiring nearly $500 million to $1 billion worth of Bitcoin.. The post Michael Saylor’s Big Bitcoin Idea: Digital Credit Built Upon Digital Capital appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Animoca Teams Up with Solv to Boost Corporate Bitcoin Adoption in Japan
TheDefiant - Both companies will guide on treasury and regulatory practices.
American Bitcoin's Recent Growth in Bitcoin Reserves
Binance News - According to Foresight News, the cryptocurrency mining company American Bitcoin, backed by the Trump family, announced a significant increase in its Bitcoin reserves. Since December 2, the company has added approximately 416 Bitcoins, bringing its total reserves to 4,783 Bitcoins as of December 8.
U.S. Treasury Yields Reach Highest Level Since Early September
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, the yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note has risen to 4.209%, marking its highest level since early September. The market is currently anticipating the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision and economic forecasts. While there is a general expectation that the Federal Reserve will cut rates by 25 basis points, investors are concerned that the Fed might indicate limited room for further rate cuts in the future. Analysts from TD Securities predict that the Federal Reserve will signal that any subsequent rate cuts will depend on economic data performance. They also note that if yields rise further following the decision, the increase may be limited and could soon see a slight decline.
Ethereum's Finality Delays: Impact and Perspectives
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently shared on the X platform that occasional delays in achieving finality are not problematic. Finality is intended to ensure that blocks are not rolled back. If a significant client error causes finality to be delayed by a few hours, it is acceptable as long as erroneous blocks are not finalized. During such delays, the blockchain continues to operate. Computer science Ph.D. Fabrizio Romano Genovese agrees with Buterin, noting that when finality is lost, Ethereum resembles Bitcoin more closely. He explained that Ethereum's finality mechanism involves a block being 'justified' when it ...
Early Ethereum Address Activated After Over a Decade of Dormancy
Binance News - According to PANews, a previously dormant Ethereum address containing 850 ETH has been activated after 10.4 years. The current value of the holdings is approximately $2.81 million. Back in 2015, the value of the holdings was only $263.
Significant Ethereum Transfer to Fidelity ETF
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, data from Arkham indicates that at 19:30, a transfer of 728.84 ETH was made from Wintermute to Fidelity FETH ETF Inflows.
Bitcoin Trading Volume Surpasses Amazon as Wall Street Invests Heavily
Binance News - According to Odaily, The Bitcoin Historian shared on the X platform that Michael Saylor's Strategy has recently seen its trading volume surpass that of Amazon. Wall Street is reportedly making significant investments in Bitcoin, indicating a substantial scale of activity.
Elon Musk Discusses DOGE, AI, and Multiplanetary Future
Binance News - According to PANews, Elon Musk recently engaged in a comprehensive discussion on the "Katie Miller Podcast," covering topics such as the origins and development of DOGE, the impact of AI and robotics on work, simulation theory, and the importance of humanity becoming a multiplanetary species. Regarding DOGE, Musk expressed that despite its successes, he would have preferred to focus on his own companies rather than participate in the DOGE project if given another chance. On the subject of AI and robotics, Musk highlighted that as technology rapidly ...
Significant WLFI Transfer to Uphold Observed
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, Arkham data indicates that at 17:43, a total of 24,866,800 WLFI tokens were transferred from an anonymous address starting with 0x1A9D to Uphold.
U.S. Senate Faces Delays on CLARITY Act Review
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, bipartisan U.S. senators held discussions on the CLARITY Act, a proposed cryptocurrency market structure legislation. Following the meeting, Senator Mark Warner indicated that completing the evaluation before the Christmas holiday is highly challenging. It now appears that the U.S. Senate Banking Committee is likely to postpone the review of the bill until the new year.
Cathie Wood Predicts Bitcoin's Institutional Adoption May Stabilize Its Price
Binance News - According to PANews, ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood has expressed optimism about Bitcoin's future, suggesting that institutional adoption could prevent significant price declines. In a recent interview on 'Mornings with Maria,' Wood stated that Bitcoin's role as a risk asset might disrupt its historical four-year boom-and-bust cycle, which previously saw price drops of 75% to 90%. She noted that Bitcoin's volatility is decreasing, with current declines around 30%. Despite Bitcoin's past role as a safe-haven asset during crises like the European sovereign debt crisis and the U.S. regional banking crisis, it is now exhibiting characteristics of a risk asset. Concerns persist about Bitcoin's cyclical pattern, but institutional involvement may mitigate further downturns. ...
U.S. Senators Call for Public Hearing Before Advancing Market Structure Legislation
Binance News - According to Odaily, U.S. Senators John Kennedy (Republican, Louisiana) and Jack Reed (Democrat, Rhode Island) have privately urged the Senate Banking Committee to hold a public hearing before proceeding with any markup of market structure legislation. The senators emphasized the significant impact of the proposed legislation and the need for transparent discussions. This request could potentially delay the advancement of the market structure bill, originally scheduled for mid-December.
Ethereum's Recent Surge Boosts Trader's Profits
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, on-chain analyst Yu Jin has observed significant movements in Ethereum (ETH) trading. Following a recent increase in ETH prices, trader Huang Licheng, also known as Machi, has seen a floating profit of $1.35 million. Earlier, Machi experienced a liquidation after profits were wiped out. Machi's trading strategy involved opening long positions on ETH, starting on the 2nd at $2,840. By the 4th, he had achieved a profit of $2.84 million. However, a minor market correction on the 6th resulted in the loss of these gains and subsequent liquidation. The latest rebound in ETH prices has once again placed his position in a profitable state, with a floating profit of $1.35 million.
Trump to Begin Final Interviews for Federal Reserve Chair Candidates
Binance News - According to PANews, U.S. President Donald Trump is set to commence the final round of interviews for candidates vying for the position of Federal Reserve Chair this week, as reported by the Financial Times.
Tidal Trust Proposes Bitcoin ETF for Off-Market Trading Hours
Binance News - According to Cointelegraph, Tidal Trust has submitted a regulatory filing to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposing the listing and trading of an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that will hold Bitcoin during off-market hours. On Tuesday, Tidal Trust II filed a Form N-1A registration statement to incorporate two Nicholas Wealth Management ETFs linked to Bitcoin (BTC) into its existing fund lineup. The proposed ETFs, including the Nicholas Bitcoin and Treasuries AfterDark ETF, are designed to purchase BTC at the start of U.S. market trading hours and sell it at closing, effectively holding the cryptocurrency overnight. The SEC filing ...
CryptoUK Joins The Digital Chamber for Cross-Border Crypto Advocacy
Binance News - According to Cointelegraph, CryptoUK, a prominent cryptocurrency trade association in the United Kingdom, has announced its decision to join forces with The Digital Chamber, a U.S.-based crypto policy advocacy group. This collaboration is seen as a potential milestone in fostering cross-border cooperation on digital asset regulation between the two nations. In a statement released on Tuesday, CryptoUK revealed that its team would operate under The Digital Chamber’s umbrella, forming a "unified, cross-border advocacy platform." Both organizations have been actively promoting favorable policies for the cryptocurrency and blockchain sectors in their respective countries, with The Digital Chamber established in 2014 and CryptoUK in 2018. Su Carpenter, ...
Federal Reserve Engages in Reverse Repo Operations with $321.1 Billion
Binance News - According to ChainCatcher, the Federal Reserve has conducted fixed-rate reverse repurchase operations, accepting a total of $321.1 billion from 10 counterparties. This move is part of the central bank's ongoing efforts to manage liquidity in the financial system.
Crypto Market Rallies Ahead of Fed Meeting
TheDefiant - Bitcoin and Ethereum surged amid anticipation that the US central bank will cut rates tomorrow.
Federal Reserve December Rate Cut Probability at 89.6%
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, data from CME's FedWatch indicates an 89.6% probability that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates by 25 basis points in December. The likelihood of maintaining the current rates stands at 10.4%.
U.S. Labor Statistics to Release Key Economic Data in January
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has announced the release schedule for several key economic indicators. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for December is set to be published on January 13. Additionally, data on real income for December will also be released on January 13. The employment situation report is scheduled for release on January 9.
Cathie Wood Predicts Break in Bitcoin's Four-Year Cycle
Binance News - According to BlockBeats, ARK Invest founder Cathie Wood has suggested that Bitcoin's traditional four-year cycle may be disrupted. Wood believes that the lowest point of the current cycle might have already been reached.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Says US Entering Crypto Golden Age
CoinPaprika - Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong declared the U.S. has entered a "golden age for freedom" following the SEC's dismissal of its lawsuit against the exchange.
Bitcoin Hovers Around $90,000 as Saylor Reveals $960 Million Buy
TheDefiant - Altcoins trade mixed as the total crypto market capitalization slips 0.7% to $3.16 trillion.
Strategy acquires 10,624 bitcoin for $963 million as total holdings hit 660,624 BTC
CoinPaprika - Strategy bought 10,624 bitcoin for about $963 million last week, funded by stock sales, taking its corporate holdings to 660,624 BTC.
Crypto Enters Murky Politics
Trustnodes - The apolitical money, bitcoin, was arguably never outside of politics as such, but now might be zooming into football politics in some corners.
Robinhood Acquires a No Name Crypto Exchange in Indonesia
Trustnodes - Robinhood has bought what looks like a shelf crypto exchange based in Indonesia as the broker prepares to enter what is primarily a locally dominated market.
Robinhood Acquires Two Indonesian Firms to Enter Southeast Asia Market
CoinPaprika - Robinhood Markets entered agreements to acquire two Indonesian firms, marking its entry into Southeast Asia's largest crypto market.
Franklin Templeton XRP ETF Hits 63M Holdings in Week
CoinPaprika - Franklin Templeton XRP ETF holdings reached 63 million tokens in one week, valued at $127.8 million on NYSE Arca.
2-4% Crypto Dip! Sovereign Wealth Funds Buying BTC! CTFC approves U.S. Spot Crypto!
Decrypt - Crypto majors were broadly lower, falling 2–4% with BTC down 2% at $91,400, ETH down 2% at $3,130, BNB down 2% at $893, and SOL down 4% at $136, while ZEC (+4%) and TRX (+2%) led the day’s top movers. BlackRock CEO Larry Fink said sovereign wealth funds have been steadily accumulating Bitcoin, adding that they “bought more” as BTC declined from $126K into the $80K range to build long-term positions. The IMF warned that rising stablecoin adoption could weaken central bank control in a new report examining currency substitution and monetary sovereignty risks. Solana and Coinbase’s Base network were linked through a new bridge secured by Chainlink and Coinbase infrastructure. The CFTC also approved spot crypto trading on CFTC-registered exchanges, with Bitnomial ...
Italy orders non-compliant VASPs to exit by December 30, 2025
CoinPaprika - Italy requires crypto exchanges to secure MiCA authorization by December 30, 2025 or cease operations.
Lighter to Introduce Spot Trading
TheDefiant - The perpetuals exchange is expanding beyond derivatives and into spot asset trading, beginning with ETH.
BlackRock’s BUIDL Fund Now Eligible as Collateral on M0
TheDefiant - The integration gives stablecoin issuers more options and strengthens on-chain liquidity.
MetaMask Launches Polymarket Integration
TheDefiant - However, each trade via the web3 wallet comes with a 4% fee, unlike betting directly on Polymarket.
Crypto Markets Hold Gains as Bitcoin Trades Above $92K
TheDefiant - Most large-cap assets are slightly up today as traders digest jobs data and look ahead to next week’s Fed decision.
Twenty One Capital to List on NYSE December 9 Under Ticker XXI
CoinPaprika - Twenty One Capital, the Bitcoin company led by Jack Mallers, will begin trading on the NYSE under ticker XXI on December 9.
Galaxy Looks to Expand Institutional Staking Infra with Alluvial Acquisition
TheDefiant - Despite the acquisition, Liquid Collective will remain under the oversight of a non-profit foundation.
BitMine buys 96,798 ETH worth $265 million in one week
CoinPaprika - BitMine Immersion purchased 96,798 ETH worth approximately $265 million, bringing total Ethereum holdings to 3.73 million tokens.
Ethereum Launches Fusaka Upgrade to Make Network More Scalable
TheDefiant - The upgrade introduces the PeerDAS system, helping Ethereum process more transactions while keeping fees low.
Crypto Markets Continue to Climb as Bitcoin Reclaims $93,000
TheDefiant - Nearly all top-20 tokens by market cap are in the green as the market continues its recovery.
Kamino Sparks Outcry After Blocking Loan Transfers to Jupiter Lend
TheDefiant - The second-largest protocol in the Solana ecosystem has manually blacklisted an address tied to a competing lending platform.
UK Crypto Law: Digital Assets Now Legally Property After Royal Assent
CoinPaprika - UK crypto law receives royal assent, making digital assets legally recognised as personal property for the first time.
Kraken Acquires Backed Finance
TheDefiant - The centralized exchange is set to step further into the real-world asset space.
Bitcoin Recovers as Stocks Gain
Trustnodes - Bitcoin is up for the day above $90k after a dip to $84k following much speculation that MicroStrategy...
Kalshi, Polymarket Set New Volume Records in November
TheDefiant - Prediction markets are heating up as Polymarket briefly climbed to the No. 1 spot in the App Store’s sports category.
Poland Vetoes MiCA Crypto Bill Over Freedom Threats 2025
CoinPaprika - President Karol Nawrocki vetoed Poland's Crypto-Asset Market Act on December 1. The presidential office claims the bill grants government power to block crypto websites "with one click" and imposes excessive licensing fees.
Vanguard Opens Platform to Crypto ETFs
CoinPaprika - Vanguard Group permits crypto ETF trading on its platform. The policy starts December 2, 2025. It includes Bitcoin and Ether funds for 50 million clients.
Europe’s Crypto Crusade Rages On
TheDefiant - Europol shuts down another crypto mixer, while Coinbase reports a new all-time high in law enforcement information requests.
Strategy Sets Up $1.44 Billion Dividend Reserve
TheDefiant - The largest publicly traded Bitcoin holder says the reserve will cover dividends amid debate over its approach.
Trust Wallet Launches First In-Wallet Prediction Markets With Myriad
Decrypt - Prediction markets represent a "new way of combining social expression with digital footprint and value," Trust Wallet CEO Eowyn Chen tells Decrypt, as they launch the first natively integrated in-wallet prediction markets with Myriad.
Kraken Launches Market Participation Program
CoinPaprika - Kraken introduces equity-linked incentives for high-volume institutional traders to boost liquidity.
Ripple Secures MAS Approval for MPI License Expansion in Singapore
CoinPaprika - Ripple received MAS approval to expand its Major Payment Institution license in Singapore on December 1, 2025.
House Report Alleges Trump Crypto Empire Enables Foreign Influence
CoinPaprika - House Judiciary Committee released a report on November 24, 2025, accusing President Trump of using his office to build a $11.6 billion crypto empire through self-dealing.
Bitcoin Consolidates at $91,000 as Stocks and Gold Rally
TheDefiant - Altcoins trade mixed as the total crypto market capitalization dips 0.5% to $3.19 trillion.
Optimism CEO Teases New Enterprise Strategy
TheDefiant - After spending much of its resources supporting Ethereum Layer 2 networks like Base and Ink, Optimism’s CEO says the network is now rethinking its approach.
Seven Deals Made up 50% of Q3 Crypto VC Activity: Galaxy
TheDefiant - The golden era of pre-seed crypto investing may be over, as most venture capital is now pouring into later-stage companies.
MegaETH to Refund USDm Pre-Deposits After Multisig Chaos
TheDefiant - The team promised to return funds to depositors after what it called “sloppy” execution of the pre-deposit bridge for its native stablecoin.
South Korea Expands Crypto Travel Rule to All Transactions
CoinPaprika - South Korea expands travel rule to sub-1M won crypto trades, adding bans on high-risk exchanges.
Bitcoin Hovers Above $91,000 With US Markets Closed for Thanksgiving
TheDefiant - Altcoins trade mixed as the total crypto market capitalization stands at $3.2 trillion.
Only the Biggest DAT Companies Will Survive, Bitwise Execs Warn
TheDefiant - According to the firm’s CIO, most digital asset treasuries will either trade at a discount or disappear, with only the biggest able to trade at a premium.
Australia Unveils 2025 Digital Asset Laws for Investor Protection
CoinPaprika - The Australian government introduced a bill to regulate digital asset platforms and custody services under new financial licensing rules.
Dutch Firm Blockrise Gets MiCA License for Bitcoin-Backed Corporate Loans
CoinPaprika - Netherlands-based Blockrise secures MiCA license, enabling regulated Bitcoin custody and corporate loans across Europe.
Polymarket can now operate in US! Texas buys $5M BTC! MON up another 24%!
Decrypt - Crypto majors were slightly red, with BTC down 1% at $86,600 and ETH down 1% at $2,910, while BNB gained 1% to $856 and SOL held steady at $136. Among top movers, MON (+24%), SPX (+13%), and IP (+7%) led the market. In policy and institutional developments, Texas launched its Bitcoin reserve with a $5 million purchase of BlackRock’s IBIT ETF, marking the first deployment of its approved $10 million BTC budget. U.S. Bank completed a test of issuing a proprietary stablecoin on the Stellar network, and MoonPay secured a New York trust charter, joining firms like Coinbase and Ripple to expand institutional custody and service capabilities. Polymarket received CFTC approval to reenter the U.S., enabling it to onboard domestic users, brokers, and intermediaries, while Kalshi ...
Grayscale Files to Convert Zcash Trust into Spot ZEC ETF
TheDefiant - The move follows ZEC’s massive rally since late September.
Bitcoin Stabilizes Ahead of Thanksgiving
Trustnodes - Bitcoin's volatility has fallen recently and a lot more covered in this news of news section ahead of Thanksgiving tomorrow.
Robinhood and Susquehanna to Launch Futures Exchange in 2026
CoinPaprika - Robinhood and Susquehanna formed a joint venture to launch a CFTC-licensed futures and derivatives exchange in 2026.
TradeXYZ Crosses $500 Million in Daily Volume
TheDefiant - Tokenized equity trading on Hyperliquid is ramping up following the rollout of “growth mode,” which significantly reduced fees.
Texas Invests $5M in Bitcoin: First State ETF Purchase
CoinPaprika - Texas becomes the first U.S. state to buy $5M in Bitcoin ETF, with $10M total allocated.
First US Spot DOGE ETF Sees $1.4M in Day-One Volumes
TheDefiant - Grayscale’s spot Dogecoin ETF fell short of expectations on its launch day.
Polymarket Receives CFTC Approval to Operate in the United States
TheDefiant - The long-awaited Polymarket US has been cleared to launch.
Crypto is GREEN! MON launches at $3.9Billion FDV!
Decrypt - Crypto majors rallied alongside a broad market surge, with BTC up 2% to $87,400, ETH up 4% to $2,920, BNB up 1% to $850, and SOL up 5% to $136, while KAS (+22%), ENA (+13%), and SUI (+11%) led the day’s top movers. The NASDAQ jumped 2.7% as stocks such as GOOG (+6%) and TSLA (+7%) posted strong gains. In policy and industry developments, the White House launched the “Genesis Mission,” described as a Manhattan Project–style initiative for AI, and Binance along with CZ faced new accusations of enabling crypto transactions for Hamas. Kraken hinted at a debit card debut expected today, and Tether purchased another 1 million Rumble shares, pushing the YouTube rival’s stock sharply higher. Meanwhile, the European Central Bank reiterated its warnings that the rapid ...
Kraken Krak App Upgrade: Debit Card, Salary Deposits, 10% APY
CoinPaprika - Kraken rolled out a major upgrade to its Krak app, adding a debit card, salary deposits, and high-yield savings.
Metaplanet Secures $130M Bitcoin Loan for Holdings Expansion
CoinPaprika - Metaplanet drew $130 million from its Bitcoin-backed facility to buy more BTC.
Bitcoin Clears $88,000 After Trump-Xi Call
TheDefiant - Bitcoin and Ethereum gained on Monday as investors reacted to U.S.-China diplomatic developments.
RAIN Surges 120% After Biotech Firm Unveils $212M DAT Plans
TheDefiant - Enlivex will use a private placement to accumulate the native token of decentralized prediction market protocol Rain.
Monad Launches Mainnet, MON Trades Near ICO Price
TheDefiant - MON briefly surged 14% higher than its ICO price after listing across major CEXs, before retracing.
Monad EVM-Compatible Mainnet Goes Live November 2025
CoinPaprika - Monad s high-throughput EVM mainnet launches with 10,000 TPS and MON token distribution.
BitMine ETH Holdings Are Now at a Loss
Trustnodes - Bitmine (BMNR) has become the second biggest Digital Assets Treasury (DAT) company, holding 3% of eth's entire supply with 69,822 eth added last week to bring it to a total of 3,629,701 eth.
Bitcoiners vs. JP Morgan: Boycott Erupts Over Index Exclusion Threat
CoinPaprika - Bitcoin community targets JP Morgan boycott amid MSCI crypto treasury exclusion risks.
New Zealand Digital Currency Education in Schools from 2026
CoinPaprika - New Zealand integrates digital currency into financial literacy program for schools in 2026.
Bit Digital Q3 2025 Earnings: 33% Revenue Rise, ETH Holdings Hit $590M
CoinPaprika - Bit Digital reported $30.5 million in Q3 2025 revenue, up 33% from last year, driven by Ethereum staking and cloud services.
Bitcoin Hovers at $83k Ahead of Thanksgiving
Trustnodes - The green jump in stocks during some parts of Friday trading did not reflect on bitcoin which hovered, and continues to hover, around the low $80,000s.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Attends Bitcoin PubKey Bar Opening
Trustnodes - The US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent made a surprise visit to the opening of a bitcoin pub, PubKey, in Washington DC on Thursday.
How Lynq Connects Crypto With Traditional Finance
Decrypt - Lynq CEO Jerald David unpacks the convergence of traditional finance and digital assets, while highlighting how Lynq is building trusted infrastructure for institutions moving into the crypto space that seeks to mitigate risk.
Coinbase Launches ETH USDC Loans on Base Morpho
CoinPaprika - Coinbase launched ETH-collateralized USDC loans for U.S. users on Base this week.
MegaETH Announces $250 Million Pre-Deposit Campaign
TheDefiant - The limited-access deposit bridge will open on November 25.
#1 Mentions Market Trader @0xTyrael shares his Prediction Market strategies!
Decrypt - Against The Odds: Your Weekly insight into Prediction Markets & Sports Betting! - Hosted by @Tyler_Did_It & @Geebz - Today's Guest: @0xTyrael, the #1 Mentions Market Trader will be sharing their strategies and thoughts on prediction/mention market trading with us.
Bitcoin Unimpressed by Nvidia
Trustnodes - Shovel sales break record during peak gold rush is the equivalent of current headlines going around with Nvidia apparently 'canceling' fears of an AI bubble.
Metaplanet $150M Raise: Perpetual Preferred Equity for Bitcoin
CoinPaprika - Metaplanet announced a $150 million raise through Class B perpetual preferred equity on November 20.
BlackRock Registers Staked Ethereum ETF Trust
CoinPaprika - BlackRock registered the iShares Staked Ethereum Trust ETF in Delaware on November 19, 2025.
Malaysia Crypto Mining Electricity Theft Costs $1.1B 2020-2024
CoinPaprika - Crypto mining electricity theft drains $1.1 billion from Malaysia's grid over four years.
Mt. Gox Bitcoin Transfer: $936M Moved in Latest Repayment Step
CoinPaprika - Mt. Gox moved 10,422.6 BTC worth $936 million to an unmarked wallet on Tuesday.
Rumoured Insider Bets on Polymarket Google Gemini Release
Trustnodes - For two weeks, an ethereum account has been buying some $78,000 yes votes on Polymarket, betting that Google's Gemini 3.0 will be released this November.
El Salvador Buys 1,098 BTC for $100 Million in Market Dip
CoinPaprika - El Salvador purchased 1,098 BTC for $100 million over the past week amid a Bitcoin price decline.
Grayscale Files S-1 for Dogecoin ETF
CoinPaprika - Grayscale filed an S-1 registration statement for its Dogecoin Trust ETF with the SEC on November 13, 2025.
Bitcoin Falls to $93k as Market Red Continues
Trustnodes - Bitcoin is currently trading at just above $93,000, down to its lowest level since April, with most assets being red today, including gold which is down by 0.65%.
BitMine Appoints New CEO as ETH Treasury Tops $11 Billion
CoinPaprika - BitMine Immersion Technologies named Chi Tsang as CEO amid $11 billion ETH holdings surge.
Harvard Triples Bitcoin ETF Stake to $443 Million in Q3
CoinPaprika - Harvard Management Company reports 257% increase in Bitcoin ETF holdings to $442.8 million for Q3 2025.
UFC Polymarket Deal: Real-Time Prediction Scoreboard in 2026
CoinPaprika - UFC signs multi-year deal with Polymarket to integrate prediction markets into broadcasts.
Luxembourg Sovereign Wealth Fund Bitcoin Allocation: 1% to BTC in 2025
CoinPaprika - Luxembourg FSIL invests €7 million in Bitcoin as first European sovereign allocation in November 2025.
Repo Rates Decouple From Fed
Trustnodes - Is something going down deep in the pipelines? Ever since repo borrowing suddenly spiked this month, that's the question some have been asking.
Taiwan Launches Bitcoin Reserve Study
CoinPaprika - Taiwan s Central Bank starts a formal review to add Bitcoin to national reserves.
Finland Targets 100,000 Crypto Tax Evaders with Tighter Tracking
CoinPaprika - Finland s tax office ramps up crypto profit tracking after 100,000 citizens skipped 2024 declarations.
Bitcoin and Stocks Ease Gains as CoreWeave Dives
Trustnodes - Stock futures have turned red with Nasdaq expected to open down by 0.5% while bitcoin has fallen from a brief touch of $107k to $104k.
Bitcoin Recovers as Stocks Green
Trustnodes - Bitcoin has recovered from a brief dip below $100k to currently trade at $105k as QQQ gains 1.9% while SPY rises 1.2%.
Hong Kong Launches Multi-Currency "Digitally Native" Bonds
CoinPaprika - Hong Kong's blockchain bond issuance advances its position as Asia's crypto asset hub.
JPMorgan Bitcoin ETF IBIT Holdings Rise 64% to $343M 2025
CoinPaprika - JPMorgan boosts BlackRock IBIT Bitcoin ETF holdings 64% to $343 million in Q3 2025 filing.
South Korea Mulls North Korea Sanctions Crypto Theft 2025
CoinPaprika - South Korea considers North Korea sanctions over crypto theft in 2025 amid U.S. actions.
Ripple Secures $500M Funding, Valuation Reaches $40 Billion
CoinPaprika - Ripple completed a $500 million funding round led by Fortress Investment Group and Citadel Securities on November 5, 2025. The round values the company at $40 billion, following a prior $1 billion tender offer at the same valuation.
Madras High Court Declares XRP Legal Property in India
CoinPaprika - Indian court granted legal property status to XRP in a ruling blocking exchange asset redistribution.
Zohran Mamdani Wins New York
Trustnodes - The democratic socialists have taken over the richest city on earth in an energizing campaign that wrecked havoc in the opposition to the point Donald Trump endorsed a democrat, Andrew Cuomo.
Tokyo Firm Metaplanet Taps Bitcoin Treasury for $100M Loan
CoinPaprika - Metaplanet executed a $100 million Bitcoin-collateralized loan representing 3 percent of its 30,823 BTC treasury.
Kraken Opens Crypto-Collateral Futures to EU Traders
CoinPaprika - Kraken launched crypto-collateralized perpetual futures for EU traders under MiFID II and MiCA frameworks.
Lava Raises $200M, Launches Bitcoin Loans at 5% Interest
CoinPaprika - Lava raised $200 million and launched Bitcoin-backed loans with 5 percent fixed interest rates.
Standard Chartered CEO Says All Money Will Be Digital
CoinPaprika - Standard Chartered CEO Bill Winters said all transactions will settle on blockchains and all money will become digital.
Web3 Funding Reaches $3.9B in October, Second-Highest Ever
CoinPaprika - Web3 secured $3.877 billion in funding in October 2025, driven by three companies that took over 70% of the total.
Japan’s New Experiment: Bitcoin Mining Directly Powers Grid Efficiency and Resilience
CoinPaprika - Japan launches national Bitcoin mining pilot, using Canaan's hydro-cooled rigs to absorb surplus renewable energy and balance utility grid loads.
Ripple Unlocks 1 Billion XRP on November 1, 2025—Expected Net Supply Increase of $500–750M
CoinPaprika - Ripple unlocks 1 billion XRP on November 1, 2025, valued at $2.49 billion, but expected relock of 700–800 million limits net new supply to approximately $500–750 million.
A new kids’ show will come with a crypto wallet when it debuts this fall
TechCrunch - A new animated kids’ series expected to premiere this year won’t be headed for a TV network. Or a streaming service. Instead, the founders of production studio We Ghosted Media plan to launch on a decentralized web platform that uses blockchain technology. And yes, a crypto wallet will be involved. We Ghosted Media — founded by […]
Researchers accuse North Korea of $1.4 billion Bybit crypto heist
TechCrunch - North Korea is behind the massive crypto hack, according to several blockchain monitoring firms and a well-known researcher
Sam Altman’s Worldcoin becomes World and shows new iris-scanning Orb to prove your humanity
TechCrunch - Worldcoin, the Sam Altman co-founded “proof of personhood” crypto project that scans people’s eyeballs, announced on Thursday that it dropped the “coin” from its name and is now just “World.” The startup behind the World project, Tools for Humanity, also unveiled its next generation of iris-scanning “Orbs” and other tools at a live event in […]
Aptos CEO Mo Shaikh shares his journey to web3 and market opportunities in Asia and Middle East
TechCrunch - TechCrunch sat down with Shaikh this week at the Korea Blockchain Week 2024 conference in Seoul to talk about Aptos' expansion; its partnerships with major Asian web2 companies; and how Aptos uses blockchain to make financial transactions seamless and cost-effective.
South Korean tech giant Naver launches crypto wallet in partnership with Chiliz
TechCrunch - Many tech companies are expanding their reach into the web3 market, integrating blockchain and web3 technologies into their products and services. In the latest development, South Korean internet giant Naver is launching its first digital asset wallet, Naver Pay Wallet, for the Korean market. It is partnering with Chiliz, a blockchain provider for sports and […]
Global crypto firms turn to Hong Kong for refuge — and opportunity
TechCrunch - With U.S. regulators continuing to ramp up their scrutiny of crypto, startups and founders in the space are looking overseas to find friendlier climates to support their growth. One such destination is Hong Kong, which, seeking to restore its status as a financial hub, is banking on favorable crypto regulations to draw a fresh raft […]
Vana plans to let users rent out their Reddit data to train AI
TechCrunch - In the generative AI boom, data is the new oil. So why shouldn’t you be able to sell your own? From Big Tech firms to startups, AI makers are licensing e-books, images, videos, audio and more from data brokers, all in the pursuit of training up more capable (and more legally defensible) AI-powered products. Shutterstock […]
Nine crypto VCs on why Q1 investments were so hot and how it compares to previous bull market
TechCrunch - If the 2023 crypto venture landscape was an ice-cold pot of water, the first quarter of 2024 is the part where the bubbles start to form right before water boils, Tom Schmidt, a partner at Dragonfly Capital, said to TechCrunch. And he’s not wrong: $2.52 billion in total capital has been raised across the crypto […]