State Street Launches Innovative Tools for Crypto Tokenization
State Street said its new crypto platform would help clients build tokenized money market funds, exchange-traded funds, and products such as tokenized deposits and stablecoins.
Ethereum Sees Surge in User Activity as New Participants Join the Network, According to Glassnode Insights
Ethereum saw activity retention nearly double to 8 million addresses in a month while daily transactions hit an all-time high of 2.8 million amid soaring stablecoin use.
South Korea Advances Tokenized Securities Framework through Crucial Legislative Hearing
The Boston Consulting Group forecasts that the South Korean token securities market will grow to be worth $250 billion by 2030.
DeadLock Ransomware Disguises Itself Through Exploited Polygon Smart Contracts
Group-IB found a ransomware dubbed DeadLock that is exploiting Polygon smart contracts to rotate proxy addresses to evade takedowns.
Kaito Closes Crypto-Backed Yaps Amidst X's Ban on Payments for AI Content
The Kaito.ai and Cookie DAO tokens fell over 15% after X’s ban, a move X’s head of product Nikita Bier said should improve user experience on the social media platform.
Cake Wallet Expands Beyond Monero by Introducing Zcash Support
Cake offers a suite of privacy tools, including Bitcoin PayJoin transactions, though it is often associated most with Monero.
ETH May Reach $4.1K Soon, But Key Developments Are Needed First
An emerging ETH futures trend is predicting an Ether price rally to $4,100, but other data says the altcoin is overdue for a slight correction.
SWIFT Explores Euro Stablecoin Integration for Tokenized Bond Payments in Collaboration with SG-Forge
Societe Generale-Forge said its EUR CoinVertible stablecoin is the first MiCA-compliant digital asset that is “natively compatible” with SWIFT’s interoperability capabilities.
Bank of America CEO Alerts to Potential $6 Trillion Withdrawal from US Banks Due to Interest-Bearing Stablecoins
In an earnings call transcript shared on X, BofA CEO Brian Moynihan pointed to studies suggesting yield-bearing stablecoins could draw trillions from the banking system.
BitMine Allocates $200 Million to Fuel Growth of MrBeast's Beast Industries
The $200 million in MrBeast’s Beast Industries ties the largest U.S.-listed Ethereum treasury to a global YouTube and creator economy.
MetaMask Expands Multichain Capabilities with Native Tron Support for Mobile and Browser Extension Wallets
The rollout builds on MetaMask's recent Solana and Bitcoin support, as the wallet increasingly positions itself as a multichain solution.
Football.Fun Launches Innovative FUN Token to Enhance Onchain Prediction Markets in Sports Betting
Football.Fun has launched its FUN token in a Thursday TGE, with trading supported across Base, Solana, and several crypto exchanges.
CME Group Enhances Crypto Futures Market with New Contracts for Cardano, Chainlink, and Stellar
The planned altcoins listings will expand CME’s regulated crypto derivatives contracts beyond Bitcoin, Ether, XRP and Solana.
Three Key XRP Charts Indicate Potential Price Surge Toward $2.80
XRP’s technical and onchain signals hint at a bullish breakout, with bulls eyeing a significant rally toward $2.80 by the month’s end.
Generic Protocol Launches GUSD, a Private Stablecoin, Amid Congressional Disputes Over Yield Regulations
Generic’s natively private stablecoin, GUSD, reroutes yield away from issuers to applications and users in a bid to reshape incentives.
Eric Adams, Former NYC Mayor, Rejects Allegations of Diverting Funds from Controversial Cryptocurrency
Despite the backlash, a spokesperson for Adams said he remains committed to funding education programs and supporting scholarships for underserved students through the token.
Coinbase Withdraws Support for Senate Cryptocurrency Legislation: Key Developments and Implications
A combination of timing pressures and unresolved policy concerns led Coinbase to withdraw its support for a sweeping cryptocurrency bill.
Solana Mobile Launches Exciting Airdrop of 1.8 Billion SKR Tokens for Users and 141 Million for Developers
Solana Seeker owners and mobile app builders will receive billions of Seeker (SKR) tokens next week. The airdrop represents 20% of the total token supply.
Lighter Unveils Essential LIT Staking Requirement for Access to Liquidity Pools
Lighter announced the new LIT staking feature, now requiring users to stake its native token to access the Lighter Liquidity Pool.
Germany's DZ Bank Achieves MiCA License for Innovative meinKrypto Cryptocurrency Platform
Retail crypto access will initially cover Bitcoin, Ether, Litecoin and Cardano through participating cooperative banks.
Ethereum Staking Reaches New Milestone as Nearly 30% of Total ETH Supply is Locked Up
Staked ether has reached a record 36 million ETH as institutional staking and ETF activity continue to expand.
Bitnomial Launches Groundbreaking US-Regulated Futures Market for Aptos Cryptocurrency
The launch expands Aptos’ reach in CFTC-regulated derivatives markets and adds to Bitnomial’s altcoin futures offerings as investor interest in altcoins grows.
MANTRA Restructures Workforce as OM Token Plummets 99% from All-Time High
MANTRA said it cut staff as part of a restructuring amid a prolonged downturn that has left its OM token about 99% below peak.
Bitwise Launches Innovative Chainlink ETF, CLNK, on NYSE Arca
Another exchange-traded fund tied to Chainlink is set to hit the market Wednesday morning — the Bitwise Chainlink ETF.
XRP Surges Past $2 as Traditional Finance Enthusiasts Join the Market: Are Charts Indicating New Price Peaks for 2026?
XRP trades back above $2, and soaring institutional investor flows suggest the altcoin’s rally is just getting started.
Market Insights and Price Forecasts for January 14: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Binance Coin, Solana, Dogecoin, Cardano, Monero, Bitcoin Cash, and Chainlink
Bitcoin inches toward $100,000 as ETH and select altcoins look to make fresh 2026 highs. Do technical charts confirm that the bull market has restarted?
Bitwise Launches Bitcoin, Ether, and Solana Exchange-Traded Products on Nasdaq Stockholm
The listings give investors local-currency exposure to spot and staking-based crypto products through a regulated exchange, marking Bitwise's latest move in Europe.
Exploring the Discrepancy Between Ether's Price and Fundamentals: A Potential Investment Opportunity for 2026
Etherealize CEO Vivek Raman argues that ETH's lagging price masks strengthening fundamentals that could reshape how the token is valued in 2026.
Zcash Foundation Announces SEC Closure of 2023 Investigation into Privacy Coin Security
The investigation into Zcash, launched with an SEC subpoena over a “matter of certain crypto asset offerings,” ended this week, according to the foundation.
Dash Experiences 125% Price Surge Amid Growing Interest in Privacy Coins: Is the Rally Sustainable?
DASH price surged as capital rotated into privacy coins, with traders shifting away from Zcash after its governance turmoil.
Vitalik Buterin's Insights on Decentralized Stablecoins and Their Impact on the Future of DeFi
Vitalik Buterin argues DeFi still lacks resilient decentralized stablecoins, highlighting benchmark risk, oracle design flaws and staking-driven incentives.
BitMine Reaches 1.5 Million Staked Ether, Representing 4% of the Total Staked Ethereum Supply
BitMine staked another 186,560 Ether, bringing its total staked to 1.53 million, which is valued at over $5 billion.
KB Financial, South Korea’s Financial Powerhouse, Seeks Patent for Innovative Stablecoin Credit Card
The patent application covers a hybrid payment system that allows users to spend stablecoins through their existing credit cards.
Truebit Exploit Uncovers Critical Smart Contract Vulnerability Leading to $26 Million Token Minting Incident
Truebit lost $26 million after a smart-contract overflow bug let an attacker mint tokens at near-zero cost, sending the TRU price down 99%.
Retail Investors Turn to Bitcoin and Ether Following October Market Crash
Retail traders fled to Bitcoin and Ether after the October crypto crash last year, adding to an already tough year for altcoins.
Revolut's Stablecoin Payment Volumes Experience Remarkable 156% Growth in 2025, According to New Research
The most common stablecoin transfer amounts are in the $100 to $500 range, showing Revolut customers are actively using stablecoins for everyday medium-sized payments.
Ingenico Partners with WalletConnect to Enable Seamless Stablecoin Payments at Checkout
By integrating WalletConnect Pay, Ingenico is testing whether stablecoins can function as a practical alternative to card networks in everyday commerce.
Monero Reaches New Record High of $687 Amid Growing Cryptocurrency Surveillance Concerns
Tightening KYC regulations and growing scrutiny on the digital economy are triggering more investor demand for privacy-preserving digital assets like Monero.
YZi Labs Makes Significant Multi-8-Figure Investment in Genius Trading, Welcoming CZ as Advisor
Genius Trading is building a privacy-focused DeFi trading platform and aims to become an onchain alternative to Binance.
Wintermute OTC Data Reveals BTC and ETH Dominate Crypto Liquidity While Altcoin Rallies Lose Momentum in 2025
Wintermute says crypto liquidity concentrated in BTC, ETH, and a handful of majors as ETF and treasury channels shaped where capital landed.
Wintermute Predicts Crypto's 2026 Revival Depends on Three Key Factors
Bitcoin’s muted 2025 rally and fading altcoin cycle point to a structural market shift, leaving crypto’s 2026 outlook tied to institutions, rates and retail return.
SOL Chart Reveals Impressive Setup Targeting $190 Following Significant Trend Shift to Bullish Momentum
Steady ETF inflows, a bullish cup and handle chart pattern and improving sentiment across the total crypto market could propel Solana price to $190.
Exploring the Rise of Stablecoins Over Bitcoin Salaries: The Impact of Regulation on Cryptocurrency Adoption
Why regulation favors stablecoins over Bitcoin for salaries and how compliance, volatility and payroll rules are shaping crypto wage adoption worldwide.
Zama Unveils Exciting Token Sale with $55 Million Floor Valuation Through CoinList and Proprietary Auction Platform
The CoinList sale will run next week, with 8% of the 11 billion ZAMA token supply allocated and tokens available to claim on Feb. 2.
Grayscale Expands Asset Consideration List to Include AI, DeFi, and Consumer Tokens
Grayscale expanded its asset review list on Jan. 12, naming 27 tokens across AI, DeFi, and consumer sectors.
Former New York City Mayor Launches NYC Token Memecoin Just Weeks After Departing Office
The NYC Token, which had a pretty rocky start, has been created to fight antisemitism, according to former New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
Eric Adams' Memecoin Faces Serious Rug Pull Allegations in the Cryptocurrency Community
Former NYC Mayor Adams is a vocal advocate for the city's crypto sector, and previously supported the 'NYC Coin' and BitBond initiatives.
Crypto Funds Experience $454 Million in Outflows Amid Diminishing Hopes for Fed Rate Cuts
Bitcoin led with $405 million of outflows last week, with the US shedding $569 million, as several altcoins and European funds posted modest inflows.
Bitmine Increases ETH Holdings to 4.1 Million as Chairman Aims to Broaden Cryptocurrency Strategy
The latest purchase lifted the company’s Ether holdings to about 3.4% of the token's circulating supply, as Bitmine's chairman, Tom Lee, aims to accumulate 5% of the total outstanding supply.
Three Ethereum Price Charts Indicate an Imminent Surge Toward $4,000
ETH’s recent rally was driven by spot demand and a healthy use of futures market leverage, potentially setting Ether up for a follow-up move to $4,000.
A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Crypto.com and Its Services
Crypto.com is a popular centralized crypto exchange that is also tied to the multi-layer Cronos ecosystem and the CRO token.
Standard Chartered Readies for Launch of New Crypto Prime Brokerage Services According to Bloomberg
Standard Chartered is reportedly preparing a crypto prime brokerage business to be housed within its SC Ventures unit.
BitMine Expands Holdings with Additional 24,266 Ether as Total Approaches 4.2 Million ETH and Staked Assets Near Doubling
BitMine's total crypto and cash holdings currently stand at $14 billion, and the company owns 3.45% of Ethereum's circulating supply.
Market Forecasts for January 12: Predictions for SPX, DXY, Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, BNB, Solana, Dogecoin, Cardano, and Bitcoin Cash
Bitcoin and several major altcoins bounced off their strong support levels, but charts and trading volume suggest bears will continue to sell at the range highs.
Standard Chartered Predicts 2026 as the Breakthrough Year for Ethereum, Supporting ETH's Strong Growth Potential
Standard Chartered forecasts Ethereum outperformance versus Bitcoin, citing network effects and growing real-world asset adoption.
Ether Poised for a Dramatic 95% Upsurge Against Bitcoin if Bullish Reversal is Confirmed
ETH price could rally 95% versus Bitcoin if a decisive breakout above the key 0.042 BTC neckline confirms a bullish reversal.
Sharps Technology Partners with Coinbase to Launch Validator for Solana Treasury Initiative
Coinbase is one of the largest Solana stakers, with nearly 10% of the network’s total staked SOL, according to its Validator Performance Report.
AlphaTON Increases Presence in Decentralized Cocoon AI on Telegram Through Strategic Partnership with NVIDIA
The privacy-preserving, Telegram-based Cocoon AI pays users in Toncoin for renting out their GPUs to process queries.
South Korea Set to Lift Restrictions on Corporate Investment in Cryptocurrency, According to New Report
South Korea’s FSC reportedly shared guidelines allowing listed companies to invest up to 5% of equity in the top 20 cryptocurrencies, ending a 2017 ban.
Exploring Tether's Impact in Venezuela and Iran: The Complex Nature of Stablecoins
The dual life of stablecoins: A lifeline for citizens and a tool for sanctioned entities involved in Venezuela and Iran's economic crises.
Vitalik Buterin Calls for Improved Decentralized Stablecoins in Ethereum Ecosystem
It isn’t a good idea to fully back a stablecoin with a single fiat currency, because if that nation-state fails, so will the stablecoin, argues Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin.
Memecoins Take a Major Hit in Challenging Year as 11.6 Million Tokens Collapse
Memecoin launchpads such as pump.fun flooded the market in 2025 with millions of “low effort” coins, leading to a record number of crypto token failures.
Reviving Interest: The Resurgence of Token Buybacks and Their Impact on Funding Strategies
In this edition, we explore why token buybacks are back in the spotlight, when they work, and when teams should think twice.
Analyst Reveals Ethereum-Bitcoin Ratio Hits Bottom in April, Reflecting Trends from 2019 Cycle
The Ethereum ecosystem continues to see increased development and value locked in tokenized assets, according to market analyst Michaël van de Poppe.
Russians Inquire Through Government Hotlines About Crypto Pension Payments
Crypto-related questions about pension payments are reaching Russia’s Social Fund hotline, suggesting digital assets are entering mainstream financial concerns.
Monero's XMR Surges to $500 for the First Time Since 2021 While Competitor Zcash Stumbles
History shows XMR has repeatedly failed near record highs, risking another sharp pullback unless it decisively breaks above $500–$520.
BitMine Achieves Milestone with Over 1 Million ETH Staked in Ethereum Treasury Management
BitMine Immersion Technologies is the largest Ethereum treasury company by holdings, with over 4 million ETH in its corporate treasury.
Vitalik Buterin Highlights Three Key Challenges Facing Decentralized Stablecoins
Buterin suggested that long-term stablecoin sustainability may require independence from the dollar entirely, given the possibility of future debasement.
Iranian Revolutionary Guard Transfers $1 Billion via UK-Based Cryptocurrency Exchanges, New Report Reveals
The vast majority of the transactions were conducted using Tether's USDT stablecoin on the Tron network, the analysis by TRM Labs found.
Betterment Warns Users to Disregard Unauthorized Cryptocurrency Promotion Messages
The message claimed Betterment would “triple” Bitcoin and Ether deposits sent within hours, urging users to transfer $10,000 to crypto wallets.
Record Weekly Volume for XRP ETFs as Bitcoin and Ether Funds Experience Combined Outflows of $750 Million
The first full trading week of 2026 saw XRP and SOL ETFs log net inflows, while bitcoin and ether funds struggled in comparison.
Grayscale Establishes Trusts for Upcoming BNB and HYPE ETFs to Explore New Investment Opportunities
Grayscale registered Delaware trusts linked to potential BNB and HYPE ETPs, an early step that often precedes but does not guarantee ETF filings.
Sharplink Secures $33 Million from Ether Staking While Deploying Additional $170 Million in ETH Investments
Corporate crypto treasuries are increasingly turning to Ether staking, as companies like SharpLink generate recurring yield from onchain operations.
Bitcoin Stays Strong at $90K Amid ETF Uncertainty and Institutional Realignment: A New Era in Finance
Bitcoin steadied near $90,000 as ETF flows turned negative, altcoins continued a valuation reset and DeFi markets showed pockets of renewed activity.
Pump.fun Revamps Creator Fees Amid Surge in Token Launches Reaching Highest Daily Count Since September
Pump.fun says creator fees worked for organized project teams but had little impact on typical memecoin deployers.
Market Forecast for January 9: Price Predictions for Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Binance Coin, Solana, Dogecoin, Cardano, Bitcoin Cash, Chainlink, and Hype Token
Buyers are attempting to defend the near-term support in Bitcoin and select major altcoins, but the bears have not given up and continue to exert pressure near the intraday range
Zcash Faces Developer Slowdown Amid Continuing Two-Month Decline in ZEC Value
Zcash developer activity has fallen to its lowest level since 2021 as a governance dispute weighs on sentiment and ZEC extends a two-month decline.
Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Experience Over $1 Billion in Outflows as Early 2026 Trends Shift
After a brief January rebound, US spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs saw heavy redemptions, extending a cautious trend that began after October’s market reset.
Consensys-Backed SharpLink Invests $170 Million in Ethereum on Linea Blockchain
The latest deployment builds on its previously disclosed plan to stake $200 million in ETH across Linea and affiliated restaking partners.
Zcash Developers Launch Innovative CashZ Wallet Following Departure from Electric Coin Company
Employees who left the Electric Coin Company en masse on Wednesday are launching a new Zcash wallet, citing the need to return to cypherpunk principles and to scale faster.
Optimism Proposes Exciting OP Buyback Plan Funded by Superchain Revenue
A new plan would tie OP token value to network performance by using half of all Superchain fee revenue for systematic repurchases.
Zcash Supporter Bootstrap Splits Amid Disagreement Over Nonprofit Regulations and Zashi's Future Direction
Zcash’s nonprofit backer Bootstrap said governance tensions stem from nonprofit limits on outside investment, following a split with Electric Coin Company.
Zcash Governance Crisis: Exploring the Potential Drop in ZEC Prices
Zcash's technical and fundamental catalysts raise the odds of ZEC price declining to as low as $200 in the coming weeks after core developers exited the project.
Vitalik Buterin Highlights Ethereum's Role as the Linux of Blockchain Technology
The Ethereum co-founder made the case that Ethereum occupies a role similar to the Linux operating system, but for shifting value and risk on the internet.
Crypto Crime Surged Past $150 Billion in 2025 Driven by State-Backed Actors Intensifying On-Chain Activities, Reports Chainalysis
Chainalysis reported crypto crime hit $154 billion in 2025, driven by state-linked hacking, sanctions evasion and stablecoin-based laundering.
Nexo Launches Exciting Zero-Interest Crypto Lending Program for Bitcoin and Ethereum Holders
The offering expands Nexo’s structured lending products to Bitcoin and Ether holders amid a broader recovery in crypto-backed lending.
Coincheck Secures $112 Million Deal to Acquire Majority Stake in Digital Asset Manager 3iQ
The deal is expected to close in Q2 2026 and could give Coincheck ownership of 3iQ’s regulated crypto ETFs and fund platforms.
Morgan Stanley Unveils New Digital Asset Wallet to Enhance Cryptocurrency Product Lineup
The wallet, expected to launch this year, will support cryptocurrencies and RWAs as the financial services company adds to its suite of crypto investment products.
Truebit Token Plummets 99% Following Revelation of $26 Million Exploit
The TRU price fell to $0.0000000029 from $0.16 after the protocol reported a security incident and crypto sleuths tracked stolen Ether.
Monero Reclaims Position as Leading Privacy Cryptocurrency Amid Turmoil in Zcash's Recent Rally
Recent governance turmoil at Zcash has resurfaced questions about development continuity, tempering confidence after the token’s strong Q4.
Optimism Foundation Introduces Monthly Buyback Strategy for OP Tokens to Boost Community Engagement
The Optimism Foundation is looking to redirect 50% of the revenue earned by Superchain for monthly over-the-counter token buybacks.
BitMine Invests $105 Million in Ether to Launch 2026 While Retaining $915 Million Cash Reserves
The largest corporate ETH holder started 2026 with a $105 million Ether purchase, while surpassing $2.87 billion in staked Ether, seeking to generate passive yield on its holdings.
XRP ETFs Experience First Ever Net Outflows of $41 Million Since Launch
Spot bitcoin and ether ETFs reported net outflows as well, with one analyst pointing to profit-taking after the recent market rally.
Zcash Developers Resign to Launch New Company Amid Board Dispute
The entire Electric Coin Company team behind Zcash resigned after a governance dispute with its nonprofit board, says CEO Josh Swihart.
Memecoins Experience Surge in Social Buzz as Traders Reignite Interest in Riskier Assets
Memecoins fell 65% over 2025 as risk-taking behavior dropped among traders, but the tokens are seeing gains as positive sentiment returns to crypto.
Solana Mobile Set to Launch SKR Token for Seeker Phone on January 21
Solana Mobile will airdrop up to 20% of SKR tokens to users of its Seeker phone on Jan. 21, and introduce so-called Guardians to secure the network.
Morgan Stanley Expands Cryptocurrency Offerings with New Ethereum Staking ETF Filing
The investment banking giant is seeking to capture additional yield from the proposed ETF’s Ether holdings via staking, as institutional investors launch more regulated crypto funds.
Sei Urges USDC.n Token Holders to Exchange for Native Stablecoin Before Upcoming Upgrade
USDC.n served as the canonical representation of the popular stablecoin on the Sei Network before Circle issued a native version of the token.
Trump's World Liberty Financial Seeks Banking Charter to Drive Expansion of One Billion Dollar Services
The Trumpfamily’s World Liberty Financial filed for a banking charter to gain greater control over its USD1 stablecoin and expand its adoption among institutions.
2025 Crypto Bear Market Seen as a Year of Revaluation for Institutional Investment: Insights from Analyst
DeFi and smart contract-tied cryptocurrencies fell by over 66% during 2025, but analysts are pointing to maturing digital asset valuations due to incoming institutional capital.
Babylon Secures $15 Million Investment from A16z Crypto to Enhance Bitcoin-Native Lending Services
The investment was made through the purchase of BABY tokens to support the development of Babylon’s trustless Bitcoin collateral infrastructure.
Morgan Stanley Expands Cryptocurrency Investments with New Spot Ethereum ETF Proposal Following Bitcoin and Solana Filings
Morgan Stanley has filed with the SEC for a spot Ethereum ETF that includes staking exposure hours after submitting BTC and SOL ETF filings.
JPMorgan Expands JPM Coin to Canton Following Successful Launch on Base
The move extends JPM Coin to its second network after launching on the Coinbase-supported Ethereum Layer 2 Base in November 2025.
Tether-Backed Rumble Unveils Innovative Crypto Wallet for Fans to Tip Creators with Bitcoin and USDT
Rumble and Tether have launched a non-custodial crypto wallet that powers native tipping for creators using bitcoin, USDT, and Tether Gold.
Exciting Price Predictions for January 7: Insights on BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, ADA, BCH, LINK, and HYPE
Bitcoin and select major altcoins are facing selling near their overhead resistance levels, but the pullback is expected to find support at the nearest moving averages.
Upexi Aims for Enhanced Returns with Ambitious Solana Treasury Strategy for 2026 as Holdings Approach 2.2 Million SOL
Upexi continues to add SOL and reduce its share count through buybacks and insider purchases despite weak equity performance.
Flare Introduces Pioneering XRP Spot Exposure on Hyperliquid Using FXRP Technology
Flare has listed FXRP on Hyperliquid, marking the first time XRP spot exposure is available on the platform.
Andreessen Horowitz's Crypto Division Predicts Privacy as the Essential Competitive Advantage by 2026
a16z crypto outlined why privacy could become crypto’s most important moat in 2026 and why it could shape the next adoption phase.
The Inevitable Rise of Crypto: Traditional Money Set to Transition into Digital Currency
The younger, tech-savvy generations will soon start to inherit wealth from their parents and relatives — which could bring more money into crypto.
Four Compelling Reasons Why XRP is Considered the Most Exciting Crypto Trade of 2026
XRP is having an explosive start to the year, driven by strong ETF inflows, bullish sentiment, and declining exchange reserves.
Venezuela's Potential Secret: Are There 600,000 Bitcoins Hidden Away? Analysts Express Doubts
Venezuela’s early crypto adoption and gold-to-Bitcoin conversion speculation raise questions about a $60 billion reserve, though analysts have found no proof.
Jupiter Unveils JupUSD Stablecoin Supported by BlackRock’s BUIDL Fund
The Solana-native token is backed by USDtb and USDC and is designed to serve as a settlement asset across Jupiter’s DeFi stack.
Ethereum and Solana Experience Remarkable Growth in Revenue, Assets, and Trading Activity in 2025
Solana saw $1.4 billion in REV, a controversial measure of user-generated value, while driving down average network fees.
Ethereum Reaches $3.3K: Key Factors Needed for a 20% Price Surge
ETH’s price chart shows a confirmed double bottom pattern with a $3,900 price target. Here are the necessary factors to make it happen.
Morgan Stanley Submits S-1 Filings for Bitcoin and Solana ETFs in Bold Move to Expand Crypto Offerings
The investment banking giant’s filings for Bitcoin and Solana ETFs follow an uptick in investor demand for regulated crypto investment vehicles, driven by the new year’s “clean-slate” effect.
Tether Launches Tiny Gold Unit to Meet Surging Onchain Demand for Bitcoin-like Sats
The stablecoin issuer says its Scudo unit could make gold easier to transact digitally as prices surge and institutional demand accelerates.
Morgan Stanley Submits SEC Filing for Spot Bitcoin and Solana Exchange-Traded Funds
Morgan Stanley has filed S-1 registration statements for spot Bitcoin and Solana ETFs as U.S. spot ETF trading volumes surpass $2 trillion.
Telegram Reports Impressive Revenue Surge to $870 Million in First Half of 2025 with Ambitious $2 Billion Annual Goal, According to Financial Times
Telegram’s H1 2025 revenue climbed 65% to $870 million, while Toncoin write-downs and $500 million in frozen bonds have added pressure.
MarketVector and Amplify Launch Innovative Stablecoin and Tokenization Benchmark ETFs
The new products offer indirect, regulated exposure to companies building stablecoin and real-world asset infrastructure as adoption accelerates.
Lighter Launches Round-the-Clock 24/5 Equity Perpetual Contracts on Leading Onchain Exchange
The move comes amid a rapid period of growth for the now-dominant onchain perps platform Lighter, including its native LIT token launch.
Understanding the Rapid Decline of Crypto-Treasury Stocks Compared to Their Underlying Assets
Crypto-treasury stocks can fall harder than the coins they hold. Leverage, valuation premiums, dilution risk and equity market structure amplify downside moves.
XRP Price Begins to Align with Gold's Remarkable 180% Surge Over Several Years, According to Analyst
XRP mirrors gold’s past breakout pattern, fueling speculation of an $8–$10 rally in 2026 if the fractal continues to play out.
XRP Surges 12% to Hit Highest Price in Nearly Three Months
Analysts said traders expect XRP to see wider adoption in the coming year and seek to expand their crypto exposure beyond bitcoin and ether.
Lighter's LIT Token Surges 14% Following Announcement of Active Buyback Initiative
Lighter previously said it would allocate its revenues between growth initiatives and token buybacks, depending on market conditions.
Crypto Funds Attract $47 Billion in Inflows in 2025, Falling Short of 2024 Record with Altcoins Taking the Lead
Altcoins, led by Ether, XRP and Solana, drove crypto ETP growth in 2025, while Bitcoin fund inflows fell 35%.
Polymarket Partners with Parcl to Launch Prediction Markets in the Real Estate Sector
Parcl’s native PRCL token surged over 100% following news of the partnership, which brings housing price indexes into prediction markets.
Crypto ETP Inflows Reach $47.2 Billion in 2025, Approaching 2024 Record According to CoinShares
Bitcoin-specific inflows retreated 35% to $26.9 billion, while Ethereum, XRP, and Solana products absorbed over $20 billion combined.
Three Promising XRP Charts to Watch as Price Surges Over 18% in 2026
XRP price gained in the first five days of 2026 as chart breakouts and steady ETF inflows produced targets near $3, with longer-term projections as high as $7-$8.
BitMine, led by Tom Lee, Expands Crypto Portfolio with 32,977 ETH as Total Holdings Surpass $14 Billion
BitMine now holds over 4.14 million ETH after its latest acquisitions — nearly five times its closest Ethereum treasury company competitor.
Market Forecast for January 5: Predictions for SPX, DXY, Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, BNB, Solana, Dogecoin, Cardano, and Bitcoin Cash
Bitcoin and several major altcoins have continued their march higher, indicating improving investor sentiment and sustained demand from the bulls.
Jupiter Launches JupUSD Stablecoin, Supported by 90% BlackRock and Ethena’s USDtb for Enhanced Financial Stability
JupUSD is an Ethena whitelabel stablecoin backed primarily by BlackRock's tokenized USD Institutional Digital Liquidity Fund.
Grayscale Announces First Ethereum Staking Payout for Its US-Listed ETF
The cash distribution stems from staking rewards earned after the fund enabled Ethereum staking in October.
Grayscale Launches Staking Rewards for Ethereum ETF Investors in a Groundbreaking Development
Crypto asset manager Grayscale has begun distributing staking rewards to investors in its Ethereum staking exchange-traded fund.
Major Token Unlocks in January: Trump, Ondo, BGB, and Hype Drive $5.5 Billion Surge
January’s unlock calendar is heavily concentrated, with four major projects accounting for more than one-third of all tokens set to enter circulation.
Visa Crypto Card Spending Surges by 525% in 2025, Marking an Unprecedented Growth in Digital Currency Adoption
Dune Analytics data reveals a surge from $14.6 million to $91.3 million in net spend across Visa's key crypto cards, led by EtherFi, in 2025.
Memecoins Surge into 2026 with Impressive 23% Market Cap Growth
Memecoin transaction volume has also spiked, jumping from $2.2 billion to $8.7 billion, a 300% increase.
Analyst Predicts Altcoins on the Verge of Significant Rally as Key Support Holds Strong
The altcoin market is set to rally, based on technical analysis showing altcoins trading above critical support levels formed in October.
Coinbase Suspends Peso Services in Argentina Only One Year After Their Introduction
The retreat follows the LIBRA memecoin scandal involving the country's president, Javier Milei, which caused a firestorm of controversy.
Aave Founder Envisions a Bold Future for DeFi Lending Giant Following Controversial Vote
Following a rejected governance vote, Stani Kulechov laid out a plan to expand beyond DeFi lending and reshape how tokenholders capture value.
Binance Removes FLOW/BTC Trading Pair and Issues Warning Following Security Exploit
The largest crypto exchange by trading volume announced two moves related to the FLOW token following the project's foundation updating users on a $3.9 million exploit.
Discovering the Five Most Active Blockchains of 2025 and the Driving Forces Behind Their Remarkable Growth
Onchain data from Nansen showed Solana, BNB Chain, Base, Tron and NEAR handled the most transactions in 2025, as users looked for high‑throughput, low‑fee networks.
Top Cryptocurrency Exchanges to Monitor in 2026 Insights from OKX Expert Rafique
Crypto exchanges are preparing their 2026 playbooks around licenses, stablecoins and tokenized assets, and OKX’s Haider Rafique argues that a tamer, macro‑driven Bitcoin is the backbone of that shift.
BitMine Stock Soars 14% as Tom Lee Urges Shareholders to Greenlight Significant Share Increase
BitMine is the world's largest Ethereum digital asset treasury (DAT) with roughly 3.41% of the total ETH circulating supply.
Aave Labs Implements Non-Protocol Revenue Sharing to Address Governance Tensions and Foster Collaboration
Aave founder Stani Kulechov says Aave Labs may share non-protocol revenue with AAVE token holders amid governance debate.
Mysterious Attack Leaves Hundreds of EVM Wallets Compromised According to ZachXBT
The incident is potentially related to December's Trust Wallet hack, which left users drained of $7 million in cryptocurrency.
PEPE Surges in Memecoin Market as Altcoins Rally Following the Holiday Season
Memecoins like FLOKI, Dogwifhat, and fartcoin are up double digits amid an early-year crypto market rally on Friday.
Insights from Block Research Analysts: Predictions for 2026
Steven Tom Lee’s Bitmine will execute its first ETH sell by the end of the first quarter of 2026. The sale will open the gates for more DATs to also
DeFi Trailblazer Pays $50K After Costly Bet on Ether Turns Sour
Ethereum OG Kain Warwick, the founder of Infinex and Synthetix, missed the mark by about $20,000.
Hundreds of Crypto Wallets Compromised Across EVM Chains with Mystery Behind the Breach Still Unsolved, Reports ZachXBT
Total losses have reached about $107,000, and ZachXBT cautioned that the figure is likely to increase as the attack unfolds.
Solana Gains Last-Minute Momentum in Real-World Assets as It Kicks Off 2026
Solana finished the year with record tokenized RWA activity and strong inflows into Solana ETFs, which could push SOL toward new highs in 2026.
Bithumb Identifies $200 Million in Dormant Cryptocurrency Held in 2.6 Million Inactive Accounts
Millions of long-inactive users still hold crypto at Bithumb, highlighting how early retail capital can remain untouched for years.
SOL Accumulation Surges to the Forefront of Crypto Trends This New Year's Day According to Santiment
Whale accumulation across Solana tokens is headlining crypto-related social buzz as 2026 begins, according to data from Santiment.
A Record Year for Wrench Attacks: Essential Strategies for Crypto Holders to Safeguard Their Physical Security Amid Increasing Threats
Crypto security experts recommend that high-risk and visible holders split up their funds, maintain a low profile, and come up with a game plan.
Base's Creator Coin Experiment Faces Challenges Following Launch by Nick Shirley
Base’s push into creator coins is facing mounting criticism from traders and builders after Nick Shirley’s token on Zora spiked to about a $9 million valuation and then promptly slumped.
XRP Supporters Await Price Surge: Can We Expect $5 by 2026?
XRP scored every major win in 2025 with the SEC case resolved and spot ETFs launched, yet the price crashed 50%, with the $5 target remaining elusive.
BTC, SOL, and HYPE Treasury Executives Share Predictions for Mergers and Acquisitions, Diversification Strategies, and Increased Institutional Adoption by 2026
More than 200 new DATs are estimated to have launched in 2025, pushing the value of crypto held by companies beyond $100 billion.
Four Game-Changing Crypto Comebacks from 2025 That Could Influence the Future of the Industry
From Ross Ulbricht’s pardon to Ripple’s SEC victory, here’s a list of crypto’s most celebrated turnarounds this year and what they mean for the year ahead.
Investors Pour $32 Billion into US Crypto ETFs Despite Year-End Market Decline
BlackRock has further separated itself from competitors in the crypto ETF market in 2025, with its Bitcoin and Ether funds, IBIT and ETHA, accounting for the majority of net inflows.
TRUMP Memecoin Team Transfers $94 Million in USDC to Coinbase in December
Arkham data shows wallets associated with the Official Trump meme team pulling about $94 million in USDC from TRUMP liquidity pools in December and routing the funds to Coinbase.
Predicted Price Ranges for Bitcoin and Altcoins in 2026: Insights from AI Models
From Bitcoin to Dogecoin, major AI models predict price ranges and the catalysts that could shape crypto markets in the year ahead.
Trump Media Announces Innovative 1:1 Blockchain Token Rewards Program for Shareholders
The company plans to distribute a crypto token per share to shareholders, but the tokens do not represent shares or rights in Trump Media.
Key Insights from 2025: Five Powerful Charts Illustrating the Evolution of Cryptocurrency
U.S. spot crypto ETF flows, stablecoin supply, prediction markets, perp DEX activity, and the DAT craze were among the data trends of 2025.
Trump Media Partners with Crypto.com to Launch New Rewards Token for DJT Shareholders
The move represents Trump Media's latest partnership with Crypto.com, including a series of crypto-related ETFs and a predictions market.
Bubblemaps Highlights $675 Million Airdrop, Now Ranked as the 10th Largest in Crypto History
Bubblemaps said Lighter airdropped $675 million in LIT, one of crypto’s biggest ever, as data shared on X suggested about 75% of recipients were still holding.
Bitwise Submits Application to US SEC for Eleven Innovative Single-Token Strategy Crypto ETFs
Bitwise is seeking SEC approval for 11 single‑token “strategy” ETFs tied to major altcoins, expanding its product shelf deeper into the altcoin market.
Surge in NFT Supply to 1.3 Billion Amidst 37% Drop in Sales in 2025
NFT minting accelerated even as buyers spent less, pushing the market toward a high-volume, low-price equilibrium.
Ethereum Sees a Surge with 2.2 Million Transactions in One Day, Each Averaging Just 17 Cents in Fees
Ethereum transactions were the most costly in May 2022 when fees were over $200 per transaction on average. It has been declining since.
BitMine Secures $98 Million in Ethereum as Year-End Selling Limits Profit Growth, Insights from Tom Lee
BitMine snared another 32,938 ETH on Tuesday as end-of-year tax-loss sellers and bots kept prices down, Fundstrat’s Tom Lee said.
Lighter's Innovative LIT Tokenomics Revolutionizes DeFi as Polymarket Sees Over $74 Million in Bets
Lighter’s LIT token launch sparked debate over insider ownership, while prediction markets and whale trades revealed divided expectations regarding valuation.
US Prosecutors Challenge Defi Education Fund's Brief in Anticipation of MEV Case Retrial
The possible retrial of two brothers alleged to have exploited the Ethereum blockchain could come soon, but the US government argued one amicus brief isn't relevant to consider.
Insights from Crypto Leaders: Six Key Predictions for the Future of Stablecoins in 2026
Cointelegraph asked 20 crypto executives for their stablecoin predictions in 2026. We identified five key themes… and one stark warning.
South Korea Postpones Cryptocurrency Legislation Amid Worries Over Stablecoins, According to Report
The introduction of a stablecoin bill pioneered by South Korean President Lee Jae-myung will reportedly be delayed into 2026 after concerns about issuers.
XRP Supply on Exchanges Reaches Lowest Level in Eight Years: Could This Trigger a Price Surge in 2026?
XRP exchange supply hitting eight-year lows has tightened the available supply for sale and set the stage for a potential 2026 supply-shock rally.
The Rise of Privacy Technologies Amid a Challenging Fourth Quarter for Cryptocurrency
Relative outperformance by privacy-focused cryptocurrencies such as Zcash suggests defensive positioning as markets absorbed losses and broader structural stress.
Cypherpunk Boosts Crypto Treasury by Acquiring $29 Million in Zcash
The digital asset treasury company backed by Winklevoss Capital seeks to capture 5% of the total supply of the privacy-focused cryptocurrency.
Grayscale Launches Spot Bittensor ETF in Response to Network's First Halving Event
Grayscale seeks to convert its Bittensor Trust into an ETF, just weeks after the network’s native token underwent its first halving event.
Cypherpunk, Backed by Winklevoss Twins, Invests $29 Million in ZEC to Increase Holdings to Nearly 2% of Total Supply
Cypherpunk’s ZEC position now accounts for more than a third of its stated 5% accumulation target, following a series of recent purchases.
XRP ETFs Continue Impressive 29-Day Inflow Streak Amid December Volatility
US-listed XRP ETFs continued to draw steady inflows through December, even as Bitcoin and Ether funds posted sharp monthly outflows.
Lighter Introduces Native Token LIT and Allocates 50% for Ecosystem Expansion and Development
Lighter is set to allocate half of the token supply to the ecosystem, while the remaining half is allocated to the team and investors.
Long-Term Bitcoin Holders Pause Selloff While Ethereum Whales Increase Accumulation
Bitcoin selling pressure from long time hodlers is finally abating and Ether whales are adding to their holdings. Markets remain bearish however.
Tech Giant Set to Unveil Revolutionary Crypto Wallet as Dragonfly Executive Predicts Downturn for Fintech Layer 1s
Dragonfly’s Haseeb Qureshi predicts Big Tech and Fortune 100 companies will start building in crypto in 2026, but that corporate L1s will fail to challenge Ethereum and Solana.
Three Altcoins That Made a Remarkable Comeback in 2025
Altcoins lagged Bitcoin in 2025, but XRP, Zcash and Algorand outperformed on regulatory clarity, privacy demand and tokenization.
Could Ethereum Soar to $5,000 Next? A Look at the 120% Rally from History
The amount of Ether waiting to be staked has surpassed that awaiting withdrawal, making a rally to $5,000 possible in 2026.
Zcash Price Targets $1,000 According to Former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes
Incoming liquidity from the US Federal Reserve and bullish technical breakouts are aligning to support a $1,000 price outlook for Zcash.
Market Forecast for December 29: Predictions for SPX, DXY, BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, and BCH Prices
Bitcoin and several major altcoins are stumbling near their overhead resistance levels, indicating that the bears remain active at higher levels.
Hyperliquid Labs Prepares for First HYPE Token Payout as 1.2 Million Tokens Become Available for Unstaking
Hyperliquid Labs is set to receive its first major allocation of HYPE tokens, worth about $31.2 million, on Jan. 6.
Tom Lee's Bitmine Acquires 44,463 ETH and Begins Staking as Treasury Surpasses 3.4% of Total Supply
Bitmine has started staking ETH, with more than 400,000 ether tokens now generating yield ahead of its planned MAVAN rollout in 2026.
XRP Sees Increase in Funds While Crypto ETPs Experience $446 Million in Weekly Outflows, Reports CoinShares
The lone bright spots were XRP and Solana funds taking in a relatively meager $70 million and $7.5 million, respectively.
Increased Activity and Reduced Fees: Insights from December's Onchain Data Analysis
Onchain data shows activity holding up on Ethereum, Polygon, Arbitrum and Avalanche even as fee revenue declines across the crypto sector.
Trend Research Boosts ETH Holdings to $1.8 Billion with $35 Million Purchase and Positive Outlook for 2026
Trend Research founder Jack Yi pledged to continue buying Ether, claiming more financial and regulatory tailwinds will drive crypto valuations in 2026.
Uniswap Successfully Completes 100 Million UNI Token Burn Following Governance Approval
Uniswap has removed 100 million UNI from circulation after its fee-burning proposal passed with near-unanimous support.
Flow's Controversial Decision to Reverse $3.9 Million Exploit Leaves Partners Feeling Blindsided
The hacker, who has already bridged the $3.9 million worth of stolen tokens to other chains, will not be affected by the network's planned rollback.
Trump's Influence, Tariff Impacts, and the Evolution of Utility Tokens: Insights from Animoca's Yat Siu on the Maturation of Cryptocurrency
Trump‑era tariffs, bruising rate realities and a burned‑out memecoin cycle are forcing crypto to shed its Peter Pan phase and build tokens with real utility, says Animoca Brands’ Yat Siu.
Flow Blockchain Investigates Security Breach Amidst Over 40% Plunge in FLOW Token Value
An onchain analyst speculated that a private key compromise may have allowed an attacker to mint millions of FLOW tokens.
Analysts Predict XRP Could Experience Sideways Trading in 2026 Until Positive Market Catalysts Arise
The second half of 2026 will provide “more constructive conditions” for XRP to potentially surge, according to Nansen crypto analyst Jake Kennis.
Ethereum's Role in Tokenization Shines as Tom Lee Shares Optimistic Market Forecast
Fundstrat’s head of research said institutional tokenization supports a $7,000–$9,000 Ether price in early 2026 and a longer-term case for $20,000.
USX Experiences Temporary Depeg on Solana DEXs Before Liquidity Support Stabilizes Price
The USX stablecoin briefly slipped below its dollar peg on Solana DEXs before recovering after its issuer injected liquidity into secondary markets.
Cryptocurrency Price Forecast for December 26: Insights on BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, BCH, LINK, and HYPE
Bitcoin and several major altcoins attempted to start a relief rally, but higher levels continue to attract strong selling by the bears.
Memecoins Shift from Holiday Excitement to Harsh Reality with 65% Decline Over the Year
Once a barometer of retail hype, memecoins are closing the year with shrinking liquidity, weaker participation and fading speculative momentum.
Ben Cowen Predicts Ethereum Will Struggle to Achieve New Highs by 2026
If Ether manages to reclaim its all-time high in 2026, it may just be a “bull trap,” says crypto analyst Ben Cowen.
Uncovering the Truth Behind Bitcoin and Altcoin Prices: The Clash of Narratives and Reality
Headlines move crypto fast, but liquidity decides what lasts. Data from ETFs, stablecoins and onchain flows shows what really drives prices.
Samourai Wallet Co-Founder Reflects on His First Day in Prison While Spending Christmas Eve in Solitude
A prison letter from Keonne Rodriguez has reignited debate over crypto privacy tools, developer liability and executive clemency.
Q1 2026 Federal Reserve Outlook: Exploring the Potential Effects on Bitcoin and the Crypto Markets
BTC may fall to $70,000 and ETH to $2,400 if the Fed pauses rate cuts in the first quarter of 2026 and inflationary pressure persists.
Tokenization Has Evolved Beyond Just Fiat Currency, Says Kraken Executive
Blockchain tokenization is radically expanding the definition of money, enabling anyone to trade, save, and spend in virtually any asset they like, says Kraken’s Mark Greenberg.
Binance Introduces New Som-Pegged Stablecoin as Kyrgyzstan Accelerates Cryptocurrency Initiatives
The listing follows Kyrgyzstan’s passage of crypto legislation, the launch of a new US dollar–pegged stablecoin backed by physical gold, and plans to build a national crypto reserve.
Offchain Labs Increases ARB Investment as Arbitrum Surpasses $20 Billion in Market Cap
Offchain Labs increases its ARB holdings, signaling long-term conviction in Arbitrum as governance token prices slump and layer-2 competition intensifies.
Majority of Ether Investors Bet on Price Increase as Whale Purchases Reduce Available Supply
Whales have accumulated over $2 billion in Ether, as derivatives positioning skewed 70% net long with leverage at record highs. When will ETH price break out?
Comprehensive Price Forecasts for December 24: Insights on BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, BCH, LINK, and HYPE
Bitcoin and several major altcoins turned down from their overhead resistance levels, signaling that the bears continue to sell on rallies.
Exploring the Future of Layer 1 Blockchain Technology in 2026
Against a backdrop of broadly weak token performance in 2025, Layer 1 (L1) activity increasingly split across distinct roles and narratives. Speculative flows concentrated on a handful of high-throughput venues,
XRP Price Drops Below $2: Negative Sentiment Indicates Potential for a Strong Rebound
XRP social sentiment hits extreme fear levels, a setup that has sparked sharp rebounds in the past, but XRP faces stiff resistance in its recovery path.
Aave Founder Faces Scrutiny Over Controversial $10 Million Token Acquisition Amid Ongoing Governance Turmoil
Aave founder Stani Kulechov is facing criticism after a $10 million AAVE purchase ahead of a key DAO vote, as critics raise concerns over voting power concentration.
HashKey Raises $250 Million for New Cryptocurrency Fund Driven by Strong Investor Demand
HashKey Capital has raised $250 million in commitments for the first close of its fourth crypto fund amid continued institutional demand despite volatile market conditions.
Trend Research Emerges as One of Ethereum's Largest Whales After Acquiring 46,000 ETH
Trend Research’s 46,379 ETH purchase vaults the private company into the top tier of ETH treasuries, behind only SharpLink Gaming and BitMine Immersion Technologies.
Solana Treasury Upexi Experiences 7.5% Decline Following $1 Billion Shelf Registration Filing
Shares in Upexi fell 7.5% on Tuesday after it filed a $1 billion shelf registration, suggesting its Solana holdings could again grow after over five months of no purchases.
Ether ETFs Experience Surge in Inflows as XRP Products Reach Multi-Week Highs
Altcoin ETF flows are diverging, with Ether stabilizing, XRP drawing steady demand and smaller funds seeing uneven traction.
The Future of Altcoins: Exploring the Enduring Strength of Bitcoin Season in 2026
Crypto traders and several metrics suggest that an altcoin season is nowhere to be seen as institutions help Bitcoin strengthen its grip on the market.
South Korean Card Industry Leader Successfully Tests Stablecoin Payment System for International Customers
South Korean payments giant BC Card has completed a pilot allowing foreign users to pay local merchants via stablecoins.
Exploring Wall Street's Hidden Utilization of Ethereum in Financial Markets
Ethereum is increasingly powering tokenized money, faster settlement and regulated onchain infrastructure — even as institutions avoid naming it outright.
Will Ethereum, Binance Coin, XRP, Solana, and Dogecoin Rise to the Top in an Altseason Expected for 2026?
Charts suggest the bulls will try to defend the support levels in ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, and DOGE, but higher levels are likely to attract sellers.
Ethena’s USDe Plummets by $8.3 Billion Since October Crash Due to Eroded Investor Confidence
Ethena’s synthetic stablecoin USDe has seen its market cap cut almost in half since the Oct. 10 crash, as investors retreat from leveraged and synthetic collateral models.
Future Innovations in Layer 2 Technology: Trends and Predictions for 2026
2025 has been the year that the Layer 2 narrative bifurcated: most new launches have become ghost towns shortly after airdrop farming cycles, while only a small handful of L2s
Tom Lee's BitMine Expands Treasury with Additional $88 Million in Ethereum Assets
BitMine officially holds 4,066,062 ETH, which puts the treasury value at around $12 billion at current prices.
Bitmine Acquires Over 4 Million ETH Following Recent $40 Million Purchase
Bitmine's Ether haul now exceeds 4 million tokens worth over $12 billion after the company purchased nearly 100 million Ether in the past week.
Analyst Predicts Unlikely Crypto Altseason in 2026, Foreseeing Dominance of Blue-Chip Survivors
CoinEx’s Jeff Ko tells Cointelegraph there likely won’t be an altseason in 2026 as liquidity will flow into the top cryptocurrencies.
Ghana Embraces Cryptocurrency with New Legal Framework and Plans for Gold-Backed Stablecoins
Ghana said it will explore asset-backed digital settlement instruments in 2026, such as gold-backed stablecoins.
DEX Adoption Drives HIP-3 to Support $200 Hype Case Amidst Rising Competition for Hyperliquid's Dominance
Cantor Fitzgerald is predicting a HYPE rally to $200 by 2035, but rival DEXs are attracting a growing share of crypto traders as they emerge with lucrative reward farming systems.
TD Cowen Highlights Strategic Positioning for Extended Crypto Winter Through Increased Cash Reserves
TD Cowen said the added cash strengthens Strategy’s ability to operate through a “prolonged crypto winter” by improving liquidity.
Trump's World Liberty Financial Token Suffers Over 40% Decline by End of 2025
The Trump family’s crypto project, World Liberty Financial, has seen its fair share of controversy, and its token is ending the year significantly down.
Exciting Launch of earnXRP: A New XRP Yield Product Powered by Flare Network Infrastructure
Three entities — Upshift, Clearstar, and Flare — have jointly launched earnXRP, a new product that allows users to earn yield denominated in XRP.
Peter Thiel-Funded ETHZilla Generates $74.5 Million from ETH Sales to Address Debt and Transition from DAT Strategy
Smaller ETH treasury firms face tighter constraints, with lower ether prices and debt obligations reducing room to keep accumulating.
Ether Analysts Predict Significant Price Surge as ETH Reaches $3,000 Again
Ether rebounded 16% to reclaim $3,000 as whales accumulate heavily, exchange supply hits nine-year lows and network activity surges.
Market Forecasts for December 22: Analyzing Price Trends for SPX, DXY, BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, and BCH
Bitcoin and select altcoins are attempting to start a recovery, but higher levels are expected to attract strong selling by the bears.
Trends and Predictions for DeFi in 2026: Navigating the Future of Decentralized Finance
2025 pushed DeFi further along its maturity curve, with discernible credit cycles, growing institutional inflows, and increasingly robust trading venues. Onchain credit expansion resumed in H2 as risk appetite returned,
Hong Kong Insurance Authority Considers New Capital Regulations and Risk Charges for Cryptocurrency Assets According to Bloomberg
The Hong Kong Insurance Authority is proposing rules that would steer insurance capital toward cryptocurrencies, according to Bloomberg.
Inversion CEO Warns That Fintechs' Prediction Market Add-ons Could Lead to Increased Customer Churn
Inversion Capital CEO Santiago Roel Santos argued that “casino-like” features increase user liquidation risk, undermining long-term value capture.
Analyzing the Impact of BitMine's 4 Million ETH Holdings on Its Stock Valuation
BitMine’s growing Ether holdings are reshaping how investors assess the company’s balance sheet, risk exposure and equity valuation.
Fundstrat Issues 2026 Crypto Outlook Highlighting Potential Market Pullback in Contrast to Tom Lee's Predictions
A circulating report attributed to Fundstrat warns of a potential crypto drawdown in early 2026, setting downside targets for Bitcoin, Ether and Solana.
Altcoin Season Continues: How Traders Overlooked the Rising Stars According to Hayes
As market participants continue to speculate on when altcoin season will arrive, BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes argued there is “always an altcoin season happening.”
Unveiling Malaysia's Royal Stablecoin and Its Impact on Asia's Transition to Tokenized Currency
Malaysia’s RMJDT shows how Asia is pulling stablecoins into regulated finance, linking tokenized assets with local-currency onchain settlement.
Launch Sniping Affects Solana AI Token Ava According to Bubblemaps Analysis
Bubblemaps says 23 wallets tied to the Ava deployer sniped 40% of the AVA supply at launch. The Solana AI token later fell 96% from its peak.
Blockchains Gear Up for Quantum Threat Amid Ongoing Bitcoin Timeline Discussions
Altcoin blockchains are preparing for long-term quantum risk, while influential Bitcoin voices disagree over how and when it should be addressed.
Market Outlook for December 19: Forecasting Prices for BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, BCH, HYPE, and LINK
Bitcoin and several major altcoins are attempting to start a recovery, but negative investor sentiment and selling at the range highs are preventing a stronger bull trend from forming.
Cathie Wood's Ark Invest Increases Stake in Coinbase After Significant System Update Event
The investment firm also picked up another 575,644 shares in Solana treasury company Solmate amid its latest fund rebalancing.
Raoul Pal Highlights the Role of Capital Rotation in Driving Zcash's Surge
Real Vision CEO Raoul Pal said the key signal indicating whether Zcash shows the start of a rally is if it can hold up during a broader market uptrend.
ETHGas Secures $12 Million in Funding as Vitalik Buterin Sparks Renewed Discussion on Gas Futures
ETHGas announced a $12 million seed raise as Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin reignited discussion around onchain gas futures and fee-hedging mechanisms
Kraken-Backed xStocks Expands to TON Wallet, Reaching Almost Every Global Market
The rollout provides Telegram users with access to tokenized US stocks via a self-custodial wallet, but it will not be available in the US at launch.
Solana Struggles to Keep Pace with Altcoin Market: Is the Era of Its Dominance Coming to an End?
SOL falls behind multiple altcoin competitors as its onchain activity, fee and DApp revenues slump. Cointelegraph explains why.
JPMorgan Maintains Stance Against a Trillion-Dollar Stablecoin Market by 2028: Key Reasons Behind Their Outlook
JPMorgan said stablecoin demand remains primarily driven by crypto trading activity, while growing use in payments may not materially increase supply.
Crypto Losses Approach $3.4 Billion as Hackers Target Major Operations
Three major incidents accounted for the majority of crypto losses in 2025, while upgraded security across DeFi protocols managed to keep hackers at bay, according to Chainalysis.
Solmate CEO Discusses How to Ensure DAT Longevity by Navigating the mNAV Roller Coaster
“Pure play” digital asset treasury companies will have to contend with volatility tied to the net asset value of their token holdings if they don’t build successful business ventures.
Intuit Partners with Circle to Integrate Stablecoin into Financial Platforms for Enhanced Transactions
The company’s stablecoin infrastructure and USDC coin will be part of the deal, potentially to be embedded in Intuit’s financial platforms.
SoFi Introduces SoFiUSD Stablecoin to Enhance Settlement Solutions for Banks and Fintech Companies
SoFiUSD is a fully reserved U.S. dollar stablecoin issued by SoFi's nationally chartered bank for payments and settlement.
Ethereum Experiences 42% Decline from All-Time High: What is the Projected Bottom for ETH Prices?
Ethereum has dropped below $3,000 and is down 42% from its record high, prompting traders to question where the next bounce zone for the ETH price might be.
Ether Approaches $3,000 Following Positive CPI Data, Yet $553 Million ETF Outflow Sparks Concerns
ETH rebounded toward $3,000 as stocks reacted positively to a cooler-than-anticipated CPI print, but this week’s $553 million spot ETHER ETF outflow could keep a cap on prices.
Bitwise Enters Competitive Landscape for SUI ETF with Recent SEC Filing
Crypto index fund manager Bitwise is seeking to launch an exchange-traded fund tracking the SUI token.
Driving Innovation in Solana's Treasury: FWDI Tokenized Stock Launch by Forward Industries through Superstate
The firm holds about 6.8 million SOL tokens, more than the next three largest SOL DATs combined, according to The Block's SOL treasury data.
SEC Requires Broker-Dealers to Safeguard Crypto Private Keys for Enhanced Customer Protection Compliance
Brokers need plans to manage a token's private keys, prevent unauthorized use, and respond to 'blockchain malfunctions.'
Coinbase Ventures into Stock Trading, Prediction Markets, and Solana DEX Integration with Jupiter in Ambitious Expansion Strategy
Coinbase is rolling out stock trading, prediction markets via Kalshi, Solana DEX trading through Jupiter, custom stablecoins and more.
Coinbase Report Highlights Flaws in Traditional Finance System, According to CEO Brian Armstrong
A new Coinbase–Ipsos survey shows younger US investors are trading more often, taking more risk and putting a far larger share of their portfolios into crypto.
Hyper Foundation Plans to Reduce Circulating Supply of HYPE Tokens by $1 Billion by Eliminating Hyperliquid's Assistance Fund
In practice, the fund functions like a continuous buyback-and-burn system by converting trading fees into inaccessible HYPE tokens.
Market Insights and Price Forecasts for December 17: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, BCH, HYPE, LINK
Bitcoin and altcoin rallies are being capped by heavy selling near the intraday range highs, leading some analysts to revise their end-of-year price estimates. What do technical charts say?
Innovative Protocol Aims to Eliminate Redemption Delays in $20 Billion Tokenized Market
Uniform Labs’ Multiliquid aims to bridge the gap between tokenized funds and stablecoins, targeting liquidity constraints that have slowed institutional adoption.
Solana's Total Value Locked Drops to Six-Month Low of $8.6 Billion: Is the SOL Price Heading Towards $80?
SOL traded 52% lower than its $255 highs reached on Sept. 18, as onchain data and a bearish pattern suggested that SOL investors risked further losses.
BitMine Strengthens Treasury by Acquiring $140 Million in ETH During Market Dip, According to Onchain Analysts
The world's largest Ethereum treasury company currently holds nearly 4 million ETH in its treasury, worth around $11.6 billion.
Lightning Network Achieves All-Time High Capacity Driven by Surge in Crypto Exchange Adoption
Lightning Network’s capacity reached an all-time high as exchanges increased adoption, while a new Taproot Assets update has enabled multi-asset transactions.
Exodus and MoonPay Set to Launch Stablecoin in Early 2026 Amid Thriving Cryptocurrency Gold Rush
Exodus partnered with MoonPay to launch a USD-backed stablecoin for everyday payments, integrating it into Exodus Pay for self-custodial transactions.
Tether Secures $8 Million Investment in Lightning Startup Specializing in Stablecoin Solutions
Speed, which leverages the Bitcoin Lightning Network to facilitate USDT transfers, has secured $8 million from Tether and Ego Death Capital.
Exodus and MoonPay Set to Debut US Dollar Stablecoin in Early 2026
The stablecoin will be used to power the Exodus ecosystem, including its upcoming easy-to-use payment feature.
StraitsX, Licensed in Singapore, Plans to Launch SGD and USD Stablecoins on Solana in 2026
StraitsX will expand its Singapore dollar and US dollar stablecoins to Solana by early 2026, targeting payments, DeFi and AI use cases.
XRP ETFs Achieve Over $1 Billion in Cumulative Inflows Since Launch in November
US spot XRP ETFs' cumulative inflows reached $1 billion on Monday since the first such ETF began trading on Nov. 13.
Dramatic Decline in Onchain Metrics for Ronin and ZKsync in 2025
Some of last year’s hottest blockchains saw the steepest declines in onchain activity after viral moments failed to drive sustained growth.
Political Tokens Were Central to the Rise and Fall of Memecoins According to CoinGecko Insights
Election-linked speculation and viral political tokens reshaped memecoins in 2024 before confidence unraveled in early 2025, CoinGecko data shows.
Three Key Factors Behind the Decline in Trader Demand for XRP: Will Its Value Drop to $1?
XRP fails to find demand under $2 as futures volume on Binance fell by 96% and traders’ use of leverage hits new lows. Is $1 XRP the next stop?
Visa Introduces Stablecoin Settlement in the US Using Circle’s USDC on the Solana Blockchain
Visa has opened stablecoin settlement to U.S. banks using Circle’s USDC on Solana, as institutional interest in crypto rails accelerates.
Understanding BitMine's Ether Accumulation Strategy Amid Broader Market Fears
BitMine is building an Ether-heavy treasury as ETF flows wobble and exchange deposits rise, betting on Fusaka and staking to drive a longer-term thesis.
AAVE Token Holder Proposes Strategic Defense Measure for DAO to Incorporate Aave Labs Amid Ongoing Revenue Dispute
An AAVE token holder proposed that Aave DAO commandeer Aave Labs' IP and equity, essentially turning it into a DAO subsidiary.
Solana Launches on Brazil's Leading Exchange as Valour Enhances Access to Regulated Cryptocurrency
The Solana-linked product expands Valour’s Brazil footprint as demand for regulated crypto exposure grows among regional investors.
Rising Demand for Safe-Haven Assets Drives Gold-Backed Stablecoins Near $4 Billion Market Milestone
Tether Gold (XAUt) leads with approximately $2.2 billion in market cap, representing 50% of the total gold-backed stablecoin sector.
Ether Struggles to Maintain $3K as Bearish Trends Raise Doubts About ETH Recovery
Ether price wobbled as weak onchain activity, low futures demand and aggressive selling by holders favored a potential ETH price drop to $2,300.
UK Crypto Ownership Declines to 8% in 2025 According to Latest YouGov Poll
While a poll suggested that the percentage of crypto ownership dropped in the UK, the amount of digital assets held increased, with a majority reporting Bitcoin and Ether holdings.
OKX Launches Spot Margin Trading in Europe with Up to 10x Leverage for Bitcoin and Ethereum
OKX is introducing leveraged spot margin trading in the Europe, beginning with BTC/USDC and ETH/USDC trading pairs.
Ripple Launches Pilot for RLUSD Stablecoin on Multiple Blockchains
Ripple is testing RLUSD on layer 2s Optimism, Base, Ink, and Unichain, after the token initially launched on the XRP Ledger and Ethereum in 2024.
Crypto Sectors Struggle to Keep Pace with Bitcoin Performance Over the Last Three Months, According to Glassnode Insights
Bitcoin fell 26% in three months but outperformed most crypto sectors as Ether dropped 36%, AI tokens fell 48%, and memecoins dipped 56%.
Bitcoin Dips Below $86,000 and Ether Declines As Investors Shift Towards Safer Assets
Bitcoin dropped 4.4% in the past 24 hours to $85,617 on Monday evening, and Ethereum slipped 6.5% to $2,915.
MetaMask Expands Multi-Chain Capabilities with New Bitcoin Support
The move comes amid a series of product launches, including Solana support, perps trading via Hyperliquid, and a recent Polymarket rollout.
Market Forecast for December 15: Price Predictions for SPX, DXY, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Binance Coin, XRP, Solana, Dogecoin, Cardano, and Bitcoin Cash
Bitcoin rallies continue to be capped by selling near the intra-day range highs, and the expectation of a Bank of Japan interest rate hike could amplify the downturn in BTC
Digital Asset ETPs Experience Strong Growth with Third Consecutive Week of Net Inflows Driven by US Investor Demand
Bitcoin and Ether accounted for the largest allocations, while short-Bitcoin products posted net outflows, according to CoinShares data.
Tom Lee's BitMine Bolsters Corporate ETH Treasury with $321 Million Investment in Ethereum, Shaping the Future of Finance
BitMine Immersion boosted its Ethereum treasury to 3.97 million ETH as the firm chases its 5% ether supply target.
Circle Expands Its Team by Acquiring Interop Labs, the Original Developer of Axelar Network
The stablecoin issuer said its goal is to make digital assets issued on Arc interoperable across various blockchains.
Exploring the Surge of Privacy as a Key Narrative in the Cryptocurrency Landscape
Privacy tokens are rallying, new infrastructure is gaining steam, and VCs are paying closer attention to this area.
Aevo’s Legacy Ribbon DOV Vaults Targeted in $2.7 Million Exploit After Oracle Upgrade
In response, Aevo is decommissioning all Ribbon vaults, which lost about 32% of their assets in the oracle manipulation exploit.
Reviving Memecoins: A New Era of Digital Currency Awaits, Says Crypto Executive
Memecoins were never about memes, jokes, or financial nihilism; it is the underlying technology and its implications that are promising.
XRP Bulls Make Strides Against Bears in Social Media Momentum as ETF Inflows Maintain Upward Trend
Spot XRP exchange-traded funds continued a streak of positive flows, with over $20.1 million recorded on Friday, marking 19 consecutive days of net inflows.
Securities and Exchange Commission Releases Comprehensive Guide on Crypto Custody Practices
The guide was a good-faith primer on crypto custody basics and best practices, including different forms of wallet storage and common risks.
Solana ETFs Experience Unprecedented 7-Day Inflow Surge Amid Price Decline
The first SOL ETF was launched in July, followed by Bitwise’s SOL ETF in October, which recorded $57 million in first-day trading volume.
Ether Price Soars 260% in Past: Is a $5K Breakthrough on the Horizon for ETH?
A buying opportunity from Ether’s realized price projected a major rally, as analysts said a return to $5,000 in 2026 is plausible.
Pakistan Greenlights Binance and HTX to Pursue Local Cryptocurrency Licenses
Pakistan gives a nod for crypto exchanges Binance and HTX to register local subsidiaries as regulators advance a phased crypto framework.
Crypto Speculation Dips to 2024 Lows as Traditional Finance Leveraged ETFs Reach All-Time High of $239 Billion
Crypto investor demand for memecoins remains at lows not seen since 2024, despite a growing speculative appetite that has boosted TradFi leveraged ETFs to a record $239 billion.
Solana Faces Challenges as Total Value Locked Declines and Memecoin Demand Diminishes
SOL demand cools as its total value locked drops by $10 billion and memecoin trading slumps. Traders’ lack of appetite for long leverage could further complicate the situation.
Fogo Abandons $20 Million Pre-Sale in Favor of Token Airdrop for Exciting Mainnet Launch
Fogo will airdrop the tokens set aside for a pre-sale next week, a change in strategy to better distribute tokens and reward early users.
Unveiling Ripple's Strategy: The Subtle Tactics That Won Over Wall Street in the Cryptocurrency Market
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.
Pyth to Initiate Reserve Launch Through Strategic Buybacks from DAO Treasury Assets
The network’s reserve will consist of purchases of the network’s native PYTH token, utilizing approximately 33% of the protocol’s revenue through the DAO.
Market Outlook for December 12: Price Predictions for BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, BCH, HYPE, and LINK
Bitcoin and several major altcoins have turned down from their respective overhead resistance levels, indicating that the bears are still very active at the range highs.
Tether Explores Tokenizing Equity for Enhanced Investor Liquidity, According to Recent Report
The company is considering multiple paths to ensure liquidity for new investors eyeing a stake in the private stablecoin business.
Tensions Rise Between Crypto Industry and Trade Unions Over Trillions in Retirement Funds
Relaxing the current rules for traditional retirement funds and pension plans could attract trillions of dollars of capital flows into crypto.
Exploring the UAE’s Comprehensive Digital Asset Strategy: From Bitcoin Leadership to Scalable Cryptocurrency Solutions
Abu Dhabi is anchoring Bitcoin for institutions, while Dubai builds payments, stablecoins and Web3 use cases into daily commerce.
deBridge Introduces Innovative Execution Model to Enhance On-Chain User Experience
DeBridge launched a new execution model that allows users to interact with blockchains without having to manage various requirements.
XRP Transaction Fees Plummet by 89%: Will the Price Fall Below $1.75?
XRP price risked a 15% drop to as low as $1.73, fuelled by collapsing transaction fees, reduced speculator appetite and a weakening technical structure.
UAE Telecommunications Leader e& Launches Pilot Program for Bill Payments Using Dirham Stablecoin
The MoU marks a cautious step toward real-world stablecoin payments in the UAE, with e& assessing how AE Coin may integrate into its digital channels.
Bubblemaps Raises Concerns Over PEPE's Fair Launch, Claims 30% of Genesis Supply is Bundled
About 30% of the initial PEPE supply was bundled under the same entity, which sold $2 million worth of tokens the day after launch, according to Bubblemaps.
Coinbase Expands Access to Solana Decentralized Exchange as Centralized and Decentralized Finance Merge
Coinbase has plugged directly into Solana’s fast-growing DeFi ecosystem, letting users trade any Solana token via DEX rails without a formal listing.
Hex Trust Announces New Wrapped XRP Custody Solution to Enhance DeFi Utility Across Multiple Blockchains
The asset aims to extend XRP's reach into DeFi and improve interoperability with Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin.
Ether and Bitcoin Showdown: Forecasting an 80% Surge for ETH by 2026
Ether's inverse head-and-shoulders pattern and rebound from a key accumulation zone signal a potential 80% rally in 2026.
XRP Buy Signal Emerges with Funding Rate Plummeting: Are Bullish Traders Ready to Act?
XRP’s slide below $2 pushed its funding rates to extreme lows, an occurrence that generally incentivizes bulls to pile in. What’s holding traders back this time?
Do Kwon, Founder of Terraform Labs, Receives 15-Year Sentence for Role in $40 Billion Terra-Luna Collapse, Reports Inner City Press
Terraform Labs founder Do Kwon was sentenced for his role in the collapse of the Terra and Luna tokens on Thursday.
Ether Price Predictions Indicate Potential for Triple-Digit Growth as ETH ETF Inflows Reignite
Spot ETH ETF inflows resumed, while demand for taker volume improved. Will Ether’s futures markets follow the trend and kickstart a rally toward new all-time highs?
Xiaomi Partners with Sei to Pre-Install Crypto Wallet on Millions of Smartphones Worldwide
The partnership gives Sei direct mobile distribution across key crypto markets and includes plans to pilot stablecoin payments in 2026.
JPMorgan Launches Innovative Solana-Based USCP Token to Support Groundbreaking Galaxy Debt Offering
JPMorgan created the Solana-based USCP token to facilitate sales of short-term corporate debt, beginning with Galaxy.
Anchorage Secures New Stablecoin Issuance, Leveraging Regulated Status as a Competitive Edge in the Market
The move follows Tether, in September, selecting Anchorage for issuing USAT, a stablecoin designed specifically for the U.S. market.
21Shares Unveils Exciting New XRP ETF with Launch of TOXR
A new XRP exchange-traded fund is on the block — 21Shares debuted its fund on the CBOE exchange with the ticker symbol TOXR.
Binance Co-CEO Yi He Falls Victim to WeChat Hack that Exploits Account to Promote Memecoin
The hacker spent 19,479 USDT to buy 21.16 million of the tokens, making around $55,000 from the subsequent pump, according to Lookonchain.
XRP Price Projected to Surge from $2 to $10 Within a Year, According to Analyst Insights
XRP ETFs absorbed 506 million tokens in under a month, strengthening the case that price discovery is likely on the table for 2026.
Will Zcash's ZEC Reach $500 Again Before 2026: Analyzing Future Trajectories and Market Trends
Bullish reversal signals and rising whale demand increase ZEC’s chances of hitting $500 in December, though some caution remains warranted.
Dogecoin ETFs Struggle to Compete as Bitcoin and Ethereum Dominate the Cryptocurrency Market
The total value traded for spot DOGE ETFs reached its lowest point since launch, signaling a fading of the early hype as liquidity and flows lag well behind those of
Ethereum Network Experiences 62% Decline in Transaction Fees: Will This Impact ETH Prices?
Ethereum’s base layer demand softened in November, but ETH’s underlying price supports and strong layer-2 growth show the network still has momentum despite a drop in fees and TVL.
Horizen Revamped as Layer 3 on Base: A Fresh Take on Vintage Privacy Initiative
Horizen, born from a 2017 project, aims to enable regulatory-compliant privacy as a 'practical option' on Base through its mainnet Layer 3.
Crown Prince of Malaysia Unveils Innovative Ringgit Stablecoin and Zetrix Treasury Initiative
Malaysia’s crown prince launched a stablecoin on Zetrix and a $121 million digital asset treasury modeled after MicroStrategy, despite sector bubble fears.
Octra Launches $20 Million Public Token Sale on Sonar with a $200 Million Valuation
Privacy-focused blockchain project Octra said the sale allocation could increase if demand is high. Any unsold tokens will be burned.
Circle Advances Toward a Privacy-Centric Stablecoin with Launch of USDCx Project
A new Circle–Aleo stablecoin project highlights the growing demand for privacy features as firms weigh blockchain use against the risks of transparency.
Circle Launches Privacy-Preserving Wrapped USDC on Aleo for Enhanced User Protection
Circle is piloting a version of its flagship USDC asset featuring native privacy protections and “configurable compliance” features.
Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Predicts Cryptocurrency Growth of 10 to 20 Times in the Next Decade, Inspired by SEC Chair's $68 Trillion Onchain Forecast
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan said crypto is positioned for 10–20x growth as tokenization, bitcoin, and stablecoins gain mainstream adoption.
Santiment Reports 400,000 Bitcoin Withdrawn from Exchanges Since Last Year
Some of the Bitcoin outflows from exchanges are going to individual users’ storage wallets, but ETFs and institutions are accumulating coins too.
Tether Secures Approval from Abu Dhabi to Broaden USDT Adoption Across Nine Major Blockchain Networks
Licensed firms in Abu Dhabi Global Market can now conduct activities involving USDT on chains such as Aptos, Celo and Cosmos.
CFTC Pilot Program Paves the Way for Using Cryptocurrency as Collateral in Derivative Markets
The pilot program allows futures commission merchants to accept Bitcoin, Ether and USDC for margin collateral, provided strict reporting criteria are followed.
XRP Enthusiasm Intensifies: What Will Trigger the Surge to $2.65?
XRP analysts highlighted the potential to rebound to $2.65 as institutional demand increased and derivatives traders flipped bullish.
Paradigm Invests $13.5 Million in Stablecoin Startup Crown marking First Investment in Brazil
Crown says its Brazilian real-pegged stablecoin has become the world's largest emerging market stablecoin.
BlackRock Seeks Approval for Innovative Staked Ether Exchange-Traded Fund Listing
The fund, if approved by the SEC, would give BlackRock investors indirect exposure to staked Ether — one of the industry’s first following the 2024 approval of spot Ether ETFs.
The Ultimate Guide to Hassle-Free and Secure Crypto Gifting This Christmas 2025
Discover safe ways to give crypto in 2025. Learn about gift cards, exchanges, hardware wallets and essential security and tax guidance.
Tether's USDt Receives Major Regulatory Approval in Abu Dhabi
ADGM’s recognition of USDT as an accepted fiat-referenced token lets licensed companies offer regulated custody, marking a step for stablecoins in the UAE.
Yearn Finance Unveils $9 Million yETH Exploit Details, Achieves Partial Recovery, and Shares Comprehensive Remediation Strategy
DeFi protocol Yearn Finance has detailed how a multi-phase numerical bug and unsafe math enabled an exploiters steal rought $9 million in assets.
Philippines Leading Digital Bank Expands Offerings with Exciting New Crypto Services
The digital bank now offers BTC, ETH, SOL and more via a secure app integration with US fintech firm Alpaca.
Robinhood Expands Its Reach to Indonesia, Aiming to Connect with 17 Million Crypto Traders
Robinhood acquired an Indonesian brokerage and digital asset trading firm to access a market with 17 million crypto investors.
Bittensor's First Four-Year Cycle Marks a Key Maturation Milestone in the Crypto Landscape
Bittensor’s first token halving is scheduled for Dec. 14, reducing TAO issuance by half as the AI-focused network adopts a Bitcoin-style fixed supply model.
Aztec Network Secures Over $60 Million in ETH Through Innovative Community-Focused Token Sale and New Auction Model
Privacy-focused Ethereum L2 Aztec's token sale was the first public test of the Continuous Clearing Auction mechanism developed jointly with Uniswap Labs.
BPCE, Leading French Bank, Set to Introduce In-App Cryptocurrency Trading Feature
BPCE will let millions of customers buy and sell BTC, ETH, SOL and USDC directly inside its banking apps.
Impending Ether Supply Shortage as Exchange Reserves Reach Lowest Levels Since 2015
Ether exchange balances dropped to a decade low of 8.7% as more ETH moved into staking and custody, setting up a potential supply squeeze.
BitMine Invests $199 Million in Ether Amid Predictions of ETH Price Drop by Smart Money Traders
The largest corporate Ether holder continues to buy the dip, as the industry’s most profitable traders continue to bet millions on ETH’s short-term decline.
Western Union Explores Inflation-Resistant Stable Cards to Enhance Its Stablecoin Strategy
Western Union will roll out a “stable card” for high-inflation economies and issue its own coin as part of a multi-pillar stablecoin and digital asset strategy.
Significance of CFTC Approval for Spot Trading of Bitcoin and Ethereum in the Financial Market
Gold has popped 4,000% following CFTC's approval in the 1970s, leaving Bitcoin and Ethereum with a similar scaling setup.
Ethereum Experiences 25% Drop in Validation After Fusaka as Prysm Bug Threatens Finality Stability
A 25% dip in Ethereum’s voting participation coincided with a bug in the Prysm consensus client shortly after the Fusaka upgrade, with the network just 9% away from losing finality.
AlphaTON Seeks $420.69 Million Funding to Boost TON Platform and AI Ventures Following Baby-Shelf Exit
AlphaTON exits baby-shelf limits and plans a meme-sized $420.69 million fundraising program despite being a nano-cap with a steep stock decline.
Ether and Bitcoin Set the Stage for 170% Gains as ETH Price Shatters 5-Month Downtrend
Ether price action staged a repeat of its 2021 bull market moves against Bitcoin, leading to predictions of fresh long-term highs against BTC.
Bitcoin Market Cycle Faces Challenges Amid Weakness in Mining Sector
Bitcoin miners face record margin pressure as proxy stocks sink, Kalshi lands $1B funding and Ether derivatives volumes overtake Bitcoin on CME.
CoinShares Addresses Tether Solvency Concerns, Highlighting Company's Substantial Financial Surplus
James Butterfill counters claims about Tether’s solvency, pointing to a multibillion-dollar surplus despite new criticism from Arthur Hayes and S&P Global.
Bitcoin Holds Steady at $90K While Whales Capitalize on Ethereum Dip: A Deep Dive into Market Dynamics
Corporate Ether acquisitions declined 81% in the past three months, but the largest corporate ETH holders continued to scoop up billions of dollars in Ether.
WisdomTree Launches Industry-First Ethereum Staking Fund Featuring Lido’s stETH
WisdomTree introduced an Ethereum-based fund in Europe that earns staking rewards using the decentralized Lido protocol.
SOL Price Hits $140 Limit as Competing Altcoin ETFs Transform Cryptocurrency Demand
SOL struggles to extend its gains as declining activity, falling leverage demand and competition from newly launched spot altcoin ETFs challenge Solana’s price rebound.
XRP Price Signals Potential Upsurge Above $2.15: Key Factors Driving the Momentum
XRP’s macro outlook remained bullish, with onchain data showing that a breakout was possible if key price support levels were reclaimed.
Exploring Seed-Phrase-Free Crypto Wallets: A Path to Widespread Self-Custody According to Expert Insights
A new wave of self-custodial smart accounts aims to eliminate seed phrases, introduce card-based spending and remove the fear of losing access to crypto forever.
Argentine Energy Giant Considers Implementing Cryptocurrency Payments for Fuel Transactions
Argentina’s state oil company, YPF, is reportedly exploring crypto payments at its fuel stations as adoption of digital assets rises, following the recent rollout of US dollar transactions.
Ether Surges Ahead of Bitcoin’s Trend Shift: Could ETH Be Poised for a 20% Rally?
ETH outperformed Bitcoin in terms of spot ETF flows and short-term returns. Technical charts suggest traders are positioning for a 20% upmove.
TON Treasury Initiates $420.69 Million Meme Shelf Registration to Fund Token Investments and Enhance Telegram AI Ecosystem
AlphaTON will expand its investments in TON tokens, the Telegram mini app ecosystem, and the recently launched Cocoon AI network.
Coinbase's Ethereum Layer 2 Network Base Launches Bridge Connecting to Solana
Popular Ethereum Layer 2 Base will now support Solana-based assets natively, and enable the export of Base assets onto Solana.
Pepe Memecoin Website Breached, Exposing Users to Malware Threats According to Blockaid
The website of the Pepe memecoin has been hit with a front-end attack, and users are encouraged to stay clear of the website.
New Insights from EigenPhi Show a Decline in Sandwich Attacks on Ethereum
Exclusive data shows that MEV attacks hit hundreds of traders on Ethereum each month and continue to result in millions in losses.
Meta Considers Major Cuts to Metaverse Division as Cryptocurrency Market Faces Significant Downturn, According to Report
Metaverse-linked crypto assets have collapsed from early-2025 peaks, a sign that the virtual-world narrative has largely lost steam.
Grayscale Launches Chainlink ETF with Strong $41 Million Debut Despite Hopes for Blockbuster Success
Analysts called the Chainlink ETF’s debut a “solid” launch, but the development has yet to attract enough liquidity to reverse the LINK token’s 39% decline over the past year.
Solana Mobile Set to Launch Native Token in January
Solana Mobile says its SKR token, tied to its Seeker phone, will launch early next year, with a total supply of 10 billion tokens.
Ethereum Treasury Trade Sees 80% Unwind as Major Whales Drive Buying Frenzy
Corporate Ether acquisitions continue to decline, leaving the world’s largest corporate ETH holder to scoop up billions in Ether, aiming to amass 5% of the total supply.
Fusaka Launches as Ethereum Approaches Seamless User Experience
How Ethereum's new PeerDAS feature slashes fees, boosts data capacity and paves the way for lightning-fast user experiences on the network.
Bitfinex-Backed Layer 1 Stablecoin Reveals Tokenomics and Prepares for Mainnet Launch Next Week
With a total supply of 100 billion, the token is designed to support the network's governance and security.
XRP Approaches Crucial Turning Point as Traders Anticipate Surge to $2.50
XRP shows renewed strength as traders crunch the charts to see if a rally into the $2.30 to $2.50 zone is possible. Does the bulk of the move depend on
Binance Launches Junior App Sparking Controversy Over Children's Access to Cryptocurrency
Binance’s new Junior app aims to bring supervised crypto use to minors, prompting both praise for early education and criticism of child targeting.
Franklin Templeton Introduces New Solana ETF, Enhancing Crypto Investment Options on Wall Street
Asset management firm Franklin Templeton debuted its Solana exchange-traded fund, adding to its list of crypto-related investment products.
Solana Mobile Announces Exciting Launch of SKR Token Scheduled for January
The SKR token, native to Solana mobile ecosystem, is designed to power control, economics, incentives, and ownership.
ETHZilla Acquires Stake in Karus to Revolutionize Auto-Loan Portfolios with AI Tokenization
The deal grants ETHZilla access to Karus’s AI underwriting engine and loan origination network, positioning the crypto treasury company to offer auto credit onchain in 2026.
Ethereum Treasury Demand Plummets: Could This Setback Postpone ETH's Return to $4,000?
Collapsed Ethereum treasury demand and stiff overhead resistance between $3,100 and $3,200 stood in the way of Ether’s recovery to $4,000.
Will BNB Price Surpass $1,000 This December?
Multiple bullish signals, including a double bottom and falling wedge breakout, are aligning to potentially lift the BNB price toward $1,000 in December.
Firelight Unveils Innovative XRP Staking Protocol on Flare, Introducing stXRP to Generate Rewards Through DeFi Insurance
This is Phase 1 of the rollout, so staking rewards aren’t live yet; they are expected to begin in Phase 2, early next year.
Ethereum Reaches $3,000 Mark Temporarily as Traders Express Doubts: Explore the Reasons Behind Their Skepticism
Ether price surged to $3,000 on Tuesday, but lagged behind the US stock market rally as muted demand for ETH derivatives and growth in competing blockchains kept traders skeptical.
Unlimit Joins the Stablecoin Infrastructure Competition with Innovative Decentralized Clearing House Solution
The new platform lands amid a wave of fintech adoption of stablecoins for global transfers, payouts and onchain settlement.
Sony Bank Set to Unveil New US Stablecoin Tailored for Gaming and Anime Industries, According to Report
Sony Bank's upcoming stablecoin is designed to be mainly used by U.S. customers of Sony's games and anime content.
November Sees Record $3.5 Billion in Spot Bitcoin ETF Outflows, Marking Biggest Monthly Decline Since February
Spot ether ETFs saw $1.42 billion exit the funds last month, marking their largest monthly outflow to date.
Ethereum's Dominance in the Stablecoin Market Soars as USDC and USDT Generate $850 Billion in Trading Volume
As speculative assets face significant headwinds, Ethereum's stablecoin ecosystem continues to demonstrate resilience and utility.
EOS Rebrands as Vaulta to Embrace Web3 Banking and Unveils Plans for New Token Launch
EOS, the public blockchain launched in 2018 to take on Ethereum, has rebranded to Vaulta as it pivots to “web3 banking.”
GLIF Protocol Introduces New Token with 94 Million GLF Airdrop and Expands Beyond Filecoin ecosystem
The GLF token launch comes as GLIF moves beyond Filecoin, with plans to support additional decentralized physical infrastructure networks.
"HYPE Plummets 8.5% After $4 Million Loss in HLP Vault Triggered by Hyperliquid Whale Liquidation"
Hyperliquid said there had been no exploit or hack of the protocol, but its liquidation engine could not handle the size of the position.
"Franklin Templeton Takes Bold Step as the First Major Asset Manager to File for Solana ETF"
The filing comes one day after Franklin Templeton filed an S-1 with the SEC to list and trade a spot XRP ETF.