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Thursday, December 18, 2025
$2.97T -0.59% | $134.65B | BTC.D 57.46%
Polkadot's DOT Slips 2% on above average volume
December 18, 2025 | coindesk.com
The decline occurred on volume that was 35% above the token's 30-day average.
The Daily: Coinbase expands into stocks and prediction markets, SEC issues crypto custody guidance, SoFi launches a stablecoin, and more
December 18, 2025 | theblock.co
The following article is adapted from The Block’s newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons.
Intuit to Integrate USDC Stablecoin Across TurboTax, QuickBooks
December 18, 2025 | decrypt.co
Fintech firm Intuit is working with Circle via a multi-year strategic alliance that will see USDC used across the firm's products.
Circle partners with Intuit to integrate USDC into TurboTax and QuickBooks
December 18, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
Circle partners with Intuit in a multi-year deal to bring USDC and stablecoin payments to products like TurboTax and QuickBooks.
Filecoin price falls 1% after earlier strength, underperforms wider crypto markets
December 18, 2025 | coindesk.com
The storage token hit an intraday high of $1.26 before selling off sharply to trade down on the day.
Fasttoken Rallies Nearly 200% Despite Bearish Crypto Market
December 18, 2025 | beincrypto.com
Fasttoken (FTN), the native token of the Fastex ecosystem, surged nearly 200% on December 18, sharply outperforming the broader crypto market, which remained largely in the red.
ECB’s Christine Lagarde shifts focus to digital euro rollout after holding rates
December 18, 2025 | coindesk.com
With technical and preparatory work complete, the ECB pressed lawmakers to move quickly on Europe’s public digital currency amid global stablecoin concerns.
SEC Says Third-Party Bitcoin Mining Services Are Securities Offerings in New Lawsuit
December 18, 2025 | decrypt.co
The SEC charged a Philadelphia-based Bitcoin mining entrepreneur with running an illegal securities scheme and misappropriating over $48 million of customer funds.
NYSE owner Intercontinental Exchange eyes investment in MoonPay
December 18, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
ICE's potential investment in MoonPay signals growing institutional interest in crypto, potentially accelerating mainstream adoption and innovation.
Leading Solana treasury Forward Industries tokenized FWDI stock via Superstate
December 18, 2025 | theblock.co
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.
Bitcoin On-Chain Movement Shifts From High Reward To Tight Margins – Here’s What It Means
December 18, 2025 | bitcoinist.com
Bitcoin experienced a sharp bounce above the $90,000 price mark, but this rise was brief and was cut short by the prevailing volatile market environment.
Bloomberg’s Seyffart sees crypto ETF shakeout: ‘Throwing a lot at the wall’
December 18, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
An analyst warned that there will be too many altcoin ETFs, dispersing demand.
XRP Enters Historical Window That Has Previously Led To Triple-Digit Rallies
December 18, 2025 | newsbtc.com
XRP’s weekly chart has entered a technical zone that has repeatedly acted as a turning point in recent years.
XRP Struggles Below $2.00 as Network Activity Remains Weak
December 18, 2025 | beincrypto.com
XRP remains under pressure after extending its downtrend and slipping well below the $2.00 level.
Bitcoin's 'realized cap' holds at record high over $1 trillion, casting doubt on four-year cycle
December 18, 2025 | coindesk.com
A very supportive macro backdrop is being ignored for now, said Bitwise's Andre Dragosch.
Bitwise joins race to launch SUI ETF with latest SEC filing
December 18, 2025 | theblock.co
Crypto index fund manager Bitwise is seeking to launch an exchange-traded fund tracking the SUI token.
Bitcoin bulls foiled again as price tumbles back to $86,000, giving up CPI gains and more
December 18, 2025 | coindesk.com
Far softer than expected inflation numbers Thursday morning had markets racing early, but some are questioning the data.
CF Benchmarks projects Bitcoin could hit $2.95M by 2035
December 18, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
A new CF Benchmarks report offers a Bitcoin price forecast of up to $2.95M by 2035, driven by store-of-value market analysis.
What is Ethereum (ETH)? A Beginner's Guide to the Smart Contract Blockchain
December 18, 2025 | decrypt.co
Created by Vitalik Buterin, Ethereum is a blockchain that enables smart contracts and dapps to operate on its network.
VivoPower partners with Lean Ventures in $900M Ripple and XRP-linked deal
December 18, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
This partnership could significantly boost VivoPower's market influence and expand Lean Ventures' investment portfolio in digital assets.
What Forward’s tokenized FWDI shares mean for Solana, DeFi, and Real-World Assets
December 18, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
Forward Industries’ SEC-registered FWDI shares are now live on Solana through Superstate’s Opening Bell platform.
Bank of America Says Investors Dangerously Low on Cash, Triggering Ominous Signal for Markets: Report
December 18, 2025 | dailyhodl.com
Bank of America is flagging rising risks on Wall Street as investor cash levels fall to record lows.
Only 1% Left at $0.035, Top Crypto Investors Rush as This New Altcoin Is About to Sell Out 
December 18, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Nobody can show up earlier than the headlines. The activity increases, allocations become tighter and bigger players start moving urgently.
MEV trading returns to court in Pump.fun class-action lawsuit
December 18, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
The lawsuit against the memecoin launch platform Pump.fun, Solana Labs, the Solana Foundation and Jito was amended to include new evidence over MEV trading practices.
Crypto’s Trump-era wins face reality check as key laws stall
December 18, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
The crypto industry celebrated big victories this year after backing Donald Trump’s return to the White House, but trouble ahead could dampen the party atmosphere.
NEAR token goes live on Solana with one-click cross-chain swaps
December 18, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
NEAR is now live on Solana with instant cross-chain swaps via NEAR Intents, enabling deposits and withdrawals with no gas or wallet setup.
ETH nears $3K after cool CPI print but $553M Ether ETF outflow raises alarm
December 18, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
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.
Kalshi shelves college athlete transfer markets amid NCAA president’s criticism
December 18, 2025 | theblock.co
The prediction market sought permission from regulators to allow for listing event contracts based on college athlete transfers.
ICP extends recovery to rise above $3; trading volume increases without spiking
December 18, 2025 | coindesk.com
Internet Computer pushed through the $3 level as steady buying demand lifted the token, with traders watching whether momentum can hold above former resistance.
Ripple Goes Institutional: What The Doppler Finance And SBI Partnership Means For XRP
December 18, 2025 | newsbtc.com
Ripple’s push to advance XRP’s institutional relevance took a concrete step forward following a post published by Doppler Finance confirming its partnership with SBI Ripple Asia.
Coinbase pushes ‘everything exchange’ strategy with stock trading – Details
December 18, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
Coinbase expands into stocks and event contracts, integrating USDC payments to reduce reliance on crypto trading.
The Decision That Could Change Everything For XRP Investors
December 18, 2025 | bitcoinist.com
Crypto pundit ChartNerd has revealed that the XRP price is currently at a critical support, where the altcoin is set to decide its potential next move.
Circle posts 66% revenue growth in 2025 as USDC adoption accelerates
December 18, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Circle achieved 66% year-on-year revenue growth in 2025, becoming the fastest-expanding fintech company.
Flood of new crypto ETPs expected in 2026, says Bitwise
December 18, 2025 | coindesk.com
Streamlined SEC approval is a key factor behind that prediction, but Bloomberg’s James Seyffart warned many of the products will struggle to survive.
Aptos introduces post-quantum signatures before they’re urgently needed
December 18, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
Aptos has proposed an optional post-quantum signature scheme, citing long-term risks that advances in quantum computing could pose to existing cryptography.
Nansen unveils Joint Venture Protocols for crypto infrastructure in 2026
December 18, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
Nansen introduces joint venture protocols to co-create crypto infrastructure in 2026, aiming to address digital asset sector needs.
BNB payments go live for AWS customers through BPN network on BNB Chain
December 18, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
BNB payments AWS integration now lets AWS customers pay for cloud services with BNB via BPN network on the BNB Chain platform.
BONK drops 6.2% as elevated volume marks shift at key technical levels
December 18, 2025 | coindesk.com
Speculative token selling accelerated as heavy volume formed near resistance before a sustained pullback.
Coinbase Enters New Era as Stocks and Prediction Markets Power Its Bid for the World’s #1 Financial Services App
December 18, 2025 | news.bitcoin.com
Coinbase enters a new era as it rolls out stock trading and prediction markets alongside futures, tokenization infrastructure, Base App expansion, AI-powered advisory tools, and…
‘Rich Dad Poor Dad’ Author Issues US Dollar Warning, Says Life To Become ‘Very Expensive’ for the Unprepared
December 18, 2025 | dailyhodl.com
The author of the personal finance bestseller Rich Dad Poor Dad believes hyperinflation is coming, warning life will become “very expensive” for those unprepared.
Coinbase & Robinhood Big Announcements! BTC falls then bounces!
December 18, 2025 | decrypt.co
Crypto majors were mixed; btc+0.3% at $87,400; eth -2% at $2,870; bnb -2% at $838, sol -3% at $124. Beat (+26%), pippin (+9%) and cc (+4%) led top movers.
Trump Media to merge with fusion startup TAE in $6B all-stock deal
December 18, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Trump Media and TAE Technologies shook financial markets today after both companies announced a plan to merge in an all-stock deal worth more than $6 billion, according to a…
Bitcoin solidifies its position as a secure investment option
December 18, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Bitwise says Bitcoin was less volatile than Nvidia in 2025 and expects this trend to continue in 2026.
U.S. SEC aids brokers on crypto custody, looks more closely at ATS activity
December 18, 2025 | coindesk.com
In its ongoing series of staff statements to illuminate the regulator's view on crypto matters, the Securities and Exchange Commission touched on broker custody.
USDC steps into tax software and Bitcoin DeFi in one day as Circle accelerates expansion
December 18, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
Circle announced a multi-year partnership with Intuit to embed USDC across TurboTax, QuickBooks and Credit Karma, and the launch of USDCx on Stacks via xReserve.
Bitcoin, Ethereum Rise Following Soft US Inflation Data
December 18, 2025 | decrypt.co
Inflation unexpectedly cooled last month, but it remains above the Fed's 2% target.
Crypto Media at a Crossroads: Why Deep Research Matters More Than Ever
December 18, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
The Illusion of Abundance  Flooded with content, yet starving for insight. This could be the most descriptive phrase for the current state of affairs of the crypto news realm.
Private Keys Are the Worst Design in Crypto — And It’s Costing Billions
December 18, 2025 | cryptoslate.com
For more than a decade, crypto security has been built on a fragile assumption: that a single secret — a private key — can be safely generated, stored, backed up, and never…
Breakdown Or Bear Trap? BNB Loses Trendline But Flashes Strong Rebound Signals
December 18, 2025 | newsbtc.com
BNB has slipped below its long-standing bullish trendline, raising fresh concerns about a deeper pullback.
Pippin rallies despite ‘insiders control 80%’ claim – $0.50 breakout next?
December 18, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
Robinhood boosted visibility, while on-chain data exposed deeper distribution concerns.
Top Expert Predicts When XRP Will Flip Ethereum
December 18, 2025 | bitcoinist.com
A bold claim circulating within the crypto community opens up questions about the long-term positioning of XRP relative to Ethereum.
CF Benchmarks views bitcoin as portfolio staple, projects $1.4 million price target by 2035
December 18, 2025 | coindesk.com
The index provider applies capital market models to bitcoin, arguing institutional adoption supports long-term valuations and structured portfolio allocation.
Crypto for Advisors: Predictions for 2026
December 18, 2025 | coindesk.com
Pantera Capital's Paul Veradittakit shares his 2026 crypto predictions: RWA tokenization, AI security advances, a big IPO wave, and the shift to institutional adoption.
Which Crypto To Buy Today For Long-Term As Solana (SOL) Price Drops Abruptly
December 18, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Solana has experienced a sharp downturn as overall macroeconomic factors continue to affect cryptocurrencies, and thus there is renewed interest in which cryptocurrency to invest…
PUMP Price Crashes to 5-Month Low After 33% Decline This Week
December 18, 2025 | beincrypto.com
Pump.fun has suffered a sharp price decline, pushing PUMP to a five-month low.
Trump Media stock pops 38% on $6B merger deal with fusion energy company
December 18, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
The merger could accelerate fusion energy commercialization, impacting energy markets and potentially reshaping the clean energy landscape.
North Korean hackers steal over $2 billion in crypto this year, pushing total haul past $6 billion
December 18, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
North Korean hackers, the cyber attackers sponsored by the rogue regime, have swiped over $2.02 billion in crypto since January.
Gold, silver shine in debasement trade as bitcoin is left behind
December 18, 2025 | coindesk.com
JPMorgan analysts in October said investors betting on currency devaluation would lift precious metals and bitcoin, but only one of those trades has worked.
DAWN raises $13M to expand decentralized broadband networks
December 18, 2025 | coindesk.com
The decentralized wireless protocol plans U.S.
Trump Media Shares Soar Amid Planned $6 Billion Merger With Fusion Power Firm
December 18, 2025 | decrypt.co
President Donald Trump's media company is now planning to merge with a fusion power firm as part of a $6 billion all-stock deal.
Intuit taps Circle’s USDC to add stablecoin payments across TurboTax and QuickBooks
December 18, 2025 | theblock.co
Circle continues to position USDC as a compliant settlement layer for incumbents, following deals with Visa and major crypto exchanges.
Russians hope to mine crypto while charging their EVs
December 18, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
A company based in Russia’s second-largest city has reportedly patented an EV charging station equipped with a crypto mining module.
Fetch.ai launches AI-to-AI payment system using USDC and FET
December 18, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
Fetch.ai introduces AI agent payments, enabling personal AIs to autonomously complete transactions using USDC, FET, and Visa.
Bitcoin’s viral $5 billion whale buy signal was actually a dangerous trap set by institutional accounting
December 18, 2025 | cryptoslate.com
A statistical mirage briefly convinced the crypto market this week that mid-sized whales had purchased roughly $5 billion of Bitcoin.
Coinbase shares rise as ‘ambitious expansion’ wins analyst praise
December 18, 2025 | coindesk.com
The event marked a milestone that broadens the platform’s reach across new and traditional assets, the analysts said.
Fed Rolls Back 2023 Crypto Rules, Shifting How Banks Assess Digital Asset Exposure
December 18, 2025 | news.bitcoin.com
Federal Reserve scraps crypto-specific bank rules, replacing them with a principles-based framework that eases regulatory friction, expands flexibility for state member banks,…
Ethereum Dip Pressures BitMine, but Tom Lee and Ark Keep Buying | US Crypto News
December 18, 2025 | beincrypto.com
Welcome to the US Crypto News Morning Briefing—your essential rundown of the most important developments in crypto for the day ahead.
Kalshi Integrates TRON Network, Expanding Onchain Liquidity Access for World’s Largest Prediction Market
December 18, 2025 | cryptodaily.co.uk
Kalshi Integrates TRON Network, Expanding Onchain Liquidity Access for World’s Largest Prediction…
Bitcoin hunts liquidity as US CPI inflation drops to lowest since 2021
December 18, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
Bitcoin tagged $89,500 as US CPI data revealed sudden multiyear lows in inflation, but liquidations stayed high as the BTC price spiked.
Less Ethereum To Sell: ETH Supply On Exchanges Slides To New Multi-Year Low
December 18, 2025 | bitcoinist.com
In the midst of the waning action of the Ethereum price, investor sentiment, especially those on centralized exchanges, appears to be holding remarkably strong.
BlockDAG vs. Digitap ($TAP): Best Crypto Presale As Payments Take Over Global Finance?
December 18, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
Stablecoins have become crypto’s best product, and even in the current bear market, payments remain…
Bitget Launches Gold, Forex and Commodities Markets for Crypto Users
December 18, 2025 | news.bitcoin.com
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Solana on trial: How Pump.fun could shake up the network
December 18, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
How Pump.fun turned memecoin hype into legal trouble.
Why Is Bitcoin And Ethereum Prices Down Today? BlackRock Deposits Spark Worry
December 18, 2025 | newsbtc.com
The Bitcoin and Ethereum prices are down today as the crypto market remains in a phase of extreme fear.
Tether CEO says AI bubble is Bitcoin’s biggest risk in 2026
December 18, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino says an AI-driven bubble could shake Bitcoin, and shares his outlook on Europe, DATs and tokenization in 2026.
PayPal to use PYUSD stablecoin to fund AI infrastructure through USD.AI
December 18, 2025 | coindesk.com
The move links PayPal’s dollar-pegged token to onchain funding for GPUs and data centers, supported by a $1 billion customer incentive program.
Most Influential: Dennis Porter
December 18, 2025 | coindesk.com
When it seemed like many of the states came up with the same bitcoin reserve idea at the same time, a campaign driven by Porter deserves some credit for that tide.
Most Influential: Javier Pérez-Tasso
December 18, 2025 | coindesk.com
Pérez-Tasso brought Swift into the blockchain age.
Most Influential: Gilles Roth
December 18, 2025 | coindesk.com
Led by Finance Minister Gilles Roth, Luxembourg in the second half of 2025 became the first of the 20-member eurozone to invest in bitcoin.
KindlyMD board approves share repurchase program for Bitcoin operations
December 18, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
KindlyMD approves a share repurchase program to strengthen financial flexibility and demonstrate confidence in bitcoin operations.
Former Pump.fun Dev Sentenced to Six Years in Prison for $2 Million Solana Fraud
December 18, 2025 | decrypt.co
Jarett Dunn, a former developer at Pump.fun, drained $2 million from his then-employer and sent funds to random addresses.
Ethereum down 42% from all-time high: Where will ETH price bottom?
December 18, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
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.
Bitcoin tops $90,000 again, squeezing short positions as the wild ride continues
December 18, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Bitcoin is back above $90,000 after flipping the same level 15 hours ago, now sitting at $90,121 as shorts take another hit.
HAWK TUAH girl, Hailey Welch and Meteora dragged in as defendants in lawsuit
December 18, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Hailey Welch, the face of the $HAWK token will now have to talk tuah (sic) judge as a federal one recently granted leave to amend the initial complaint filed in December 2024 by…
$U Stablecoin Launches on BNB Сhain and Ethereum by United Stables
December 18, 2025 | beincrypto.com
$U integrates with leading DeFi protocols including PancakeSwap, Aster, Four.meme, and ListaDAO, is listed on HTX [Dubai, UAE, Dec.
What is x402? The HTTP-402 payments standard powering AI agents, explained
December 18, 2025 | cryptoslate.com
An API that charges for queries has always been awkward.
XRP Asset Efficiency Upgrade: Exploring Alternative Participation Models with PEPPER Mining
December 18, 2025 | beincrypto.com
XRP is more than just a cryptocurrency—it’s a crucial infrastructure permeating the digital economy and the global financial system.
XRP price prediction 2025-2031: Will XRP reach $5?
December 18, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Key takeaways: XRP has a strong community of supporters and developers and continues to see tremendous potential in Ripple’s technology and products.
Bitcoin breaks $89,000, Ether, XRP move higher as US inflation cools in November
December 18, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
Bitcoin's surge amid cooling inflation highlights market optimism, yet uncertainty over Fed policy could temper long-term economic confidence.
Aurora Lands Listing on Revolut as New CEO Leads Next Phase of Growth
December 18, 2025 | cryptodaily.co.uk
As the quest to bring blockchain tech into everyday finance has continued to gain momentum, the lines between fintech apps and crypto networks have increasingly blurred.
Delayed November US inflation data shows slowdown to 2.7%, below 3.1% forecast
December 18, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge (consumer price index) rose at a 2.7% annual pace, well under the 3.1% economists expected.
Bitcoin ETFs Notch $457M Haul, Third-Largest Since October
December 18, 2025 | decrypt.co
Bitcoin ETFs saw $457 million in inflows, signaling a 'flight to quality' as capital consolidates around Bitcoin amid Ethereum outflows.
Fetch.ai Says Its AI Agents Will Overcome Online Retail Barriers Faced by Today’s Tools
December 18, 2025 | decrypt.co
The AI developer claims the system, set to launch in January, allows agents to complete payments with credit cards, stablecoins, and FET tokens.
Why the Crypto Bill could stall before 2026 U.S. midterm elections
December 18, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
Will expectation for crypto bill passage drop as U.S 2026 elections beckons?
Jimmy Carr Tells UK To Mine Bitcoin With Wasted Night-Time Power
December 18, 2025 | bitcoinist.com
UK comedian and TV host Jimmy Carr suggested the British state should consider mining bitcoin using electricity that would otherwise go unused overnight, framing the idea as part…
Dogelon Mars Price Prediction 2025-2031: Is ELON a Good Investment?
December 18, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Key takeaways: Dogelon Mars (ELON) is a meme cryptocurrency launched on April 23, 2021, during the height of the meme coin boom.
Pi Coin Likely to Consolidate in a Tight Range as Buying Rises Without Strong Conviction
December 18, 2025 | beincrypto.com
Pi Coin price is showing early signs of support after a sharp mid-December drop. Since the December 16 low, Pi Coin has bounced over 8%, helped by steady exchange-side buying.
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