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Palmer Luckey's Erebor Achieves Impressive $4.3 Billion Valuation Amid Progress on Bank Charter Approval

Luckey-backed Erebor raised $350 million at a $4.35 billion valuation as OCC and FDIC approvals signal momentum for crypto- and AI-focused banking.

2025-12-22T23:15:54ZJose Moringa
Markets

Wall Street's 2025 Push into Crypto: What to Expect for Demand in 2026

Federal Reserve policy and crypto-friendly regulation could be setting the market up for a bullish 2026, but there are still a handful of hurdles investors should be aware of.

2025-12-22T23:15:27ZJose Moringa
Markets

Hong Kong's Review of Capital Rules Could Open the Door for Insurers to Include Cryptocurrency in Their Portfolios

Hong Kong’s insurance regulator is reportedly weighing a proposal to let insurers invest in cryptocurrencies with a 100% capital charge.

2025-12-22T22:15:00ZJose Moringa
News

Arizona Lawmaker Introduces Proposal to Eliminate Taxes on Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Technology

Two bills and one resolution proposed by state lawmaker Wendy Rogers could allow Arizona voters to change the state's taxation laws applied to digital assets and blockchain.

2025-12-22T22:14:32ZMike Rose
Markets

ETHZilla Sells $74.5 Million in Ether to Settle Convertible Debt Obligations

The transaction highlights growing pressure on crypto treasury companies to prioritize debt reduction as token prices remain volatile.

2025-12-22T22:14:10ZJose Moringa
Bitcoin

Bitcoin's Santa Rally Aims for $120K as Crucial BTC Metric Turns Bullish

Bitcoin approached $90,000 amid Santa rally speculation, backed by bullish derivatives and chart patterns that target a BTC price above $100,000.

2025-12-22T21:13:47ZMike Rose
Markets

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.

2025-12-22T21:13:17ZJose Moringa
Markets

Strategy Strengthens USD Reserves through $748 Million Stock Sale While Avoiding Bitcoin Investments

The company sold about 4.5 million common shares last week, lifting its cash reserves to $2.19 billion while pausing Bitcoin purchases.

2025-12-22T21:12:53ZJose Moringa
Markets

Erebor, a Banking Startup, Secures $350 Million Investment and Achieves Over $4 Billion Valuation After FDIC Approval

The bank aims to service technology companies working with virtual currencies, artificial intelligence, defense, and manufacturing.

2025-12-22T21:12:30ZJose Moringa
Markets

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.

2025-12-22T21:11:55ZJose Moringa
News

Aave Governance Vote Triggers Controversy Over Hasty Decision-Making Process

Critics say the decision to fast-track a brand ownership vote exposed weaknesses in how one of DeFi’s largest DAOs handles governance process.

2025-12-22T20:11:23ZMike Rose
Markets

Binance Allowed Questionable Accounts to Transfer Millions Following $4.3 Billion US Settlement Agreement: Investigation Reveals

Binance let a network of 13 high‑risk accounts move $1.7 billion in crypto, including $144 million, after its 2023 US plea deal, according to the Financial Times.

2025-12-22T20:10:53ZJose Moringa