US Clarity Act unlikely to be ‘world-shaking’ for Bitcoin’s price: Brandt
December 19, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
Veteran trader Peter Brandt said that the US Clarity Act will be a positive for the industry, but probably won’t “redefine” Bitcoin’s price.

CryptoQuant says bear market has started, sees bitcoin downside risk to $70,000
December 19, 2025 | theblock.co
CryptoQuant sees bitcoin downside risk toward around $70,000, and said it could fall as low as $56,000 if the downtrend continues.

Brooklyn Man Charged in Phishing Scheme That Swiped $16 Million From Coinbase Users
December 19, 2025 | decrypt.co
A 23-year-old Brooklynite, Ronald Spektor, was charged with stealing $16 million in cryptocurrency from dozens of Coinbase users.

Here’s what happened in crypto today
December 19, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
Need to know what happened in crypto today?

US Senate Confirms Crypto-Friendly Lawyer Mike Selig As New CFTC Chair
December 19, 2025 | bitcoinist.com
The US Senate voted to confirm Mike Selig as chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission in a package of nominations that passed 53–43.

Mutuum Finance (MUTM) Leads as the Best Crypto to Buy for 2026 as Ethereum (ETH) Eyes Recovery
December 19, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
As the crypto market starts looking beyond current volatility and towards a more fundamental long-term strategy, increasingly, investors are looking to pinpoint the best crypto…

FTX, Alameda Execs Will Be Barred From Wall Street Roles for Up to 10 Years
December 19, 2025 | decrypt.co
The SEC proposed settlement agreements for key members of FTX co-founder and former CEO Sam Bankman-Fried’s inner circle.

Korea’s National Tax Service announces plans to introduce generative AI for customized tax consultations
December 19, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Korea’s National Tax Service (NTS) announced plans to introduce generative AI for customized tax consultations trained on laws, precedents, and rulings.

SEC confirms years-long director bans for former Alameda, FTX executives
December 19, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
In the latest update on the FTX saga, the SEC confirmed Caroline Ellison had consented to a officer-and-director bar, preventing her from leading any companies for 10 years.

Crypto's closest ally in Congress, Sen. Lummis, is retiring next year
December 19, 2025 | coindesk.com
The most tireless advocate of digital assets issues in the U.S.

South Korean Hyundai Offices Evacuated Over Bomb Threat, Bitcoin Ransom Demand: Report
December 19, 2025 | decrypt.co
An anonymous individual called in a bomb threat on two Hyundai buildings in South Korea, demanding over $1 million in Bitcoin as ransom.

Crypto’s Capitol Hill champion Sen. Lummis says she won’t seek re-election
December 19, 2025 | theblock.co
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Pro-crypto US Senator Lummis won’t seek reelection in 2026
December 19, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
Cynthia Lummis is one of the key Republicans responsible for pushing members of Congress to pass a crypto market structure bill under consideration in the Senate.

Japan’s rate hike ends the ‘free money’ era and puts Bitcoin on notice
December 19, 2025 | cryptoslate.com
The Bank of Japan tightened policy on Dec. 18, lifting its benchmark rate to 0.75%, the highest since 1995.

Blockchain Association says no to expanding stablecoin yield prohibition
December 19, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
Expanding the stablecoin yield prohibition to include the application layer is an anti-competitive practice, industry advocacy groups say.

Casinobet Marks Strong First Year With 250,000 USDT Snowchain Season Campaign
December 19, 2025 | news.bitcoin.com
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BRICS Nation China Dumps $44,000,000,000 in US Treasuries in Five Months Amid Massive Gold Buying Spree
December 19, 2025 | dailyhodl.com
China is relentlessly dumping billions of dollars in US Treasuries while accumulating a massive amount of gold.

Bitcoin: How did BTC react to U.S. inflation cooling down?
December 19, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
Could a soft inflation print be the spark that kickstarts a crypto rally in early Q1 2026?

Another XRP Milestone: Ripple Exec Celebrates RLUSD Anniversary With $1 Billion Market Cap
December 19, 2025 | bitcoinist.com
Ripple’s U.S.

Crypto Biz: Bank stablecoins get a rulebook; Bitcoin gets a land grab
December 19, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
FDIC reveals a path for bank-issued stablecoins under the GENIUS Act as corporate BTC treasuries expand, Anchorage buys Securitize’s RIA arm and Bhutan taps reserves.

EU Issues $105B Loan to Ukraine, Leaves Russian Assets Untouched
December 19, 2025 | news.bitcoin.com
The EU convened to issue a 90-billion-euro loan ($105 billion) to support the Ukrainian cause against Russia during the next two years, which will be financed by most of the…

Galaxy predicts stablecoins will overtake ACH transaction volume in 2026
December 19, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
In its annual predictions report, Galaxy’s analysts said onchain dollar transfers could process more volume next year than the US bank system that handles payroll and bill…

Solana Price Prediction: SOL Tests $100–$130 Support Zone as Analysts Watch for Reaction
December 19, 2025 | bravenewcoin.com
Solana price is testing the crucial $100–$130 support zone as price hits multi-month lows, with market watchers looking for signs of stabilization or a decisive breakdown.

Ethereum’s network growth explodes in December — but price still lags
December 19, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
Ethereum is adding new wallets at its fastest pace in months, signaling rising on-chain activity and renewed user interest.

Cooling Inflation, Weak Confidence: What the Michigan Consumer Data Means for Bitcoin
December 19, 2025 | beincrypto.com
Fresh US economic data is sending a clear but nuanced signal to markets.

DraftKings eyes crypto offerings as it expands into prediction markets
December 19, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
DraftKings launches a prediction markets app in 38 states, setting the stage for future crypto-linked contracts under a regulated US derivatives framework.

Price predictions 12/19: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, BCH, HYPE, LINK
December 19, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
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…

Prepare For Impact: Billionaire Shiba Inu Investor Moves Billions In SHIB To Exchanges
December 19, 2025 | bitcoinist.com
New reports have revealed that a billionaire Shiba Inu investor has transferred billions of SHIB tokens to a crypto exchange, setting the stage for possible market shifts.

Klarna partners with Coinbase to add USDC capital from institutional investors
December 19, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Klarna partnered with Coinbase to tap USDC-based capital from institutional investors.

Bitcoin Price Prediction: BTC Price Stabilizes After CPI Volatility as $88K Emerges as Key Breakout Level
December 19, 2025 | bravenewcoin.com
Bitcoin prices are attempting to stabilize after a sharp CPI-driven whipsaw unsettled short-term sentiment across the crypto market.

Monero price prediction 2025-2031: Should you buy XMR now?
December 19, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Key takeaways: Monero (XMR) stands out in the crypto space for its strong focus on privacy and decentralization of transactions, particularly within the monero network, making it…

Bitcoin Price Prediction as Mutuum Finance (MUTM) Takes Over as the Top Crypto to Invest In 2026
December 19, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
As Bitcoin grows as a macro asset in the global market, long-term forecasts for the value of BTC are increasingly trending toward steady and more passive levels of increasing…

90% of HBAR Buyers Are Gone — Is Price Breakdown Now the Base Case?
December 19, 2025 | beincrypto.com
Hedera is moving into a risky zone. Over the past month, buying pressure has dropped by nearly 90%, even as the HBAR price continues to slide.

Silver hit a new record at $69.6/oz and ended the week up 8.1%
December 19, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Silver pushed to a fresh record on Friday as buyers kept loading up and supply stayed tight.

Samourai co-founder claims Biden-era lawfare in calling for Trump pardon
December 19, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
Keonne Rodriguez said on social media that he will report to prison on Friday to begin his five-year sentence for operating an illegal money transmitter.

Citigroup sets Bitcoin’s base price target at $143,000 amid ETF demand
December 19, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
Citigroup sets a Bitcoin price target of $143,000, citing renewed ETF interest and outlining scenarios for both growth and decline.

Moscow approves budget payments that can be made with the digital ruble
December 19, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
The executive power in Russia is ready to begin making budget payments in the digital ruble as early as this year, the finance ministry announced.

Hedera Price Analysis Shows Persistent Bearish Pressure Near $0.112
December 19, 2025 | bravenewcoin.com
Hedera continues to be on the wrong side of the market with price having trouble stabilizing below major resistance zones with deteriorating momentum and participation defining a…

MANTRA, OKX have exchanged formal letters that signal a potential easing of tensions amid their recent public sparring
December 19, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
MANTRA and cryptocurrency exchange OKX have exchanged formal letters that signal a potential easing of tensions roughly one week following their public sparring over the…

The Daily: Terraform Labs liquidator sues Jump Trading, US crypto czar David Sacks confirms Clarity Act markup for January, and more
December 19, 2025 | theblock.co
The following article is adapted from The Block’s newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons.

Bitcoin Poised to Rise to $1.4 Million by 2035, Analysts Say—Or Much Higher
December 19, 2025 | decrypt.co
A new price model suggests that Bitcoin could rise as high as $1.4 million per coin by 2035, as a base case.

Arthur Hayes argues new Fed liquidity tool “RMP” masks renewed money printing
December 19, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
The BitMEX co-founder's latest Substack essay argues the US Fed’s liquidity program mirrors quantitative easing mechanics that favor Bitcoin and other scarce assets.

SolanaFloor app launches on Solana Mobile’s dApp store
December 19, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
SolanaFloor app now available on Solana Mobile's dApp store, offering real-time news, data, and insights to Seeker device users.

Bitcoin vs. Ethereum: The supply Imbalance Between The Assets Is Widening – Here’s What To Know
December 19, 2025 | bitcoinist.com
Given the heightened volatility in the broader cryptocurrency market, Bitcoin has fallen below the pivotal $90,000 level, while Ethereum has dropped below the $3,000 price mark.

$22.5M in HYPE losses – Can Hyperliquid stop the downtrend?
December 19, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
Amid prolonged downtrend, a whale losses on a (5x) long position surged to $22…

Grayscale predicts end of crypto’s four-year cycle as institutional era begins
December 19, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
Grayscale's 2026 outlook highlights 10 key themes marking the beginning of the institutional era for digital assets.

Bitcoin dips below $85K as DATs face ‘mNAV rollercoaster’: Finance Redefined
December 19, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
The volatility of the cryptocurrency market is threatening the stability of corporate crypto treasury companies, resulting in larger swings in their net asset value that threaten…

Conflux's co-founder has attacked RWA.xyz, accusing it of sharing biased data and selectively reporting blockchain networks
December 19, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
In a move that is sending ripples through the RWA ecosystem, one of Conflux’s founders, Yuanjie Zhang, who goes by Forgivenever on X and serves as a key ecosystem promoter…

Coinbase says Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill could push gamblers into arms of prediction markets
December 19, 2025 | theblock.co
The company has recently become more active in prediction markets space including a partnership with Kalshi.

Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin thesis: Money or commodity?
December 19, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
Bitcoin advocates have been divided over Michael Saylor’s updated BTC thesis, leaving question marks over how the Strategy CEO views the cryptocurrency.

Did Arthur Hayes Just Sell $1.5 Million in Ethereum?
December 19, 2025 | beincrypto.com
Arthur Hayes has moved 508.647 ETH, worth roughly $1.5 million, to Galaxy Digital, sparking fresh speculation that the crypto veteran may be trimming exposure.

Ether ETFs Outflow Streak Hits 6th Day as Bitcoin Bleeds Again
December 19, 2025 | news.bitcoin.com
Bitcoin and ether ETFs both moved deeper into negative territory as investor caution resurfaced, while solana and XRP continued to attract steady inflows.

Fidelity’s latest Bitcoin chart pattern signals a 2026 “off-year” that could drag prices down to this brutal support level
December 19, 2025 | cryptoslate.com
Fidelity’s Jurrien Timmer said Bitcoin may have completed another halving cycle in both price and time, and he placed support in the $65,000–$75,000 zone.

New Bitcoin whales are rewriting BTC’s market structure: Data
December 19, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
Bitcoin's onchain data reveals new BTC whales with 50% of the realized capital, highlighting a shift in how capital is shaping the market.

UK crypto regulation is coming: What the FCA’s new consultation means
December 19, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
The UK’s financial watchdog has launched a sweeping consultation that could reshape how crypto exchanges, staking services and DeFi operate ahead of a 2027 rollout.

Best Crypto to Invest in: Mutuum Finance (MUTM) Nears $20M in Funding as Presale Phase 6 Reaches 98% Completion
December 19, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Capital is increasingly flowing toward early-stage crypto projects that show clear traction, real utility, and accelerating demand.

Bittensor price prediction 2025–2031: Is TAO a good investment?
December 19, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Key takeaways: Bittensor is one of the most renowned AI-facilitated decentralized networks that promotes blockchain and artificial intelligence infusion.

Whales keep selling XRP despite ETF success — Data signals deeper weakness
December 19, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
XRP ETFs have surpassed $1 billion in assets, but whales have been driving heavy inflows to Binance, creating persistent sell-side pressure.

$4,000 in Refunds Heading To US Taxpayers in 2026, Triggering Major Economic Boost: JPMorgan Chase Forecast
December 19, 2025 | dailyhodl.com
A top strategist at JPMorgan Chase says Americans are about to receive a significant financial boost that will fuel more consumer spending.

SEC seeks multi-year officer, director bans for former Alameda CEO Ellison and former FTX execs Wang and Singh
December 19, 2025 | theblock.co
The SEC looks to bar Caroline Ellison and former FTX executives Gary Wang and Nishad Singh from being directors for several years.

RIVN trades above $22, breaking to a new 12-month high
December 19, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
RIVN traded above $22, breaking out to a new 12-month high.

SBF's cohorts at FTX take last SEC hit, Ellison banned from company roles for decade
December 19, 2025 | coindesk.com
Three of Sam Bankman-Fried's top lieutenants atop the former FTX empire — Caroline Ellison, Gary Wang and Nishad Singh — agreed to consent judgments.

Fed Pushing Ahead With 'Skinny' Master Account Plan for Crypto Banks
December 19, 2025 | decrypt.co
The Federal Reserve has requested public comment on a plan to create a fast-track approval process for “innovation-focused” banks seeking to operate nationally.

$GRANT Is Live: GrantiX Lists on BitMart and BingX After Successful IDOs
December 19, 2025 | news.bitcoin.com
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XRP Price Prediction: XRP Stabilizes Near $1.87 as Analysts Assess Possible Trend Shift
December 19, 2025 | bravenewcoin.com
XRP price today is back in the spotlight as shifting technical signals and steady trading activity renew discussion around whether the asset is approaching a short-term trend…

Cardano Enters New Phase, Hoskinson Touts ‘ChatGPT For Privacy’
December 19, 2025 | bitcoinist.com
Charles Hoskinson says Cardano is entering a new phase centered on what he described as a “ChatGPT for privacy,” positioning the Midnight project as a cross-ecosystem application…

Ethereum Outshines Bitcoin Even As Price Remains Stuck Under $3,000
December 19, 2025 | beincrypto.com
Ethereum continues to struggle with price recovery as it repeatedly fails to close above the $3,000 level.

Coinbase ‘cautiously optimistic’ on 2026 as crypto nears institutional inflection point
December 19, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
Coinbase Institutional says clearer regulation, stablecoin growth and shifting macro conditions could mark a turning point for crypto markets in 2026.

New Malware Poses as Roblox Mods to Steal Crypto Credentials
December 19, 2025 | decrypt.co
The Stealka malware is inserted into pirated mods for video games including Roblox, and can lift sensitive info from apps.

Polish parliament approves revived crypto bill, heads to Senate
December 19, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
The legislation, which many have criticized for being overly restrictive for the digital asset market, was reintroduced with “not even a comma” changed, according to one lawmaker.

SWIFT makes progress in integrating a blockchain-based ledger into its payment network
December 19, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
SWIFT, a global payments giant, has made progress on integrating a blockchain-based ledger into its payment network.

Ethereum Traders Chase Upside With Historic Leverage – Breakout Fuel Or Fragile Setup?
December 19, 2025 | newsbtc.com
Ethereum has been struggling to regain traction below the $3,000 level since Monday, with repeated rejection attempts reinforcing a fragile market structure.

Phase 6 Nears 100% Completion as This $0.035 New Altcoin Records 250% Growth
December 19, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
During the late stages of market development, growth is apparent in most cases before it becomes vociferous. Allocation tightens. Participation rises.

Klarna partners with Coinbase to raise institutional funding in USDC
December 19, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
Klarna partners with Coinbase to raise USDC-denominated funding from institutional investors, expanding its traditional capital base.

Bitcoin swings derail crypto hedge funds despite regulatory optimism
December 19, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Crypto hedge funds came into 2025 expecting new regulations and support from the White House under President Donald Trump, and billions flowing in from institutions.

Bitwise CIO Says ‘One-Time Generational Forces’ Will Overwhelm Bitcoin’s Four-Year Cycle
December 19, 2025 | dailyhodl.com
Bitwise chief investment officer Matt Hougan says Bitcoin (BTC) is likely to break from its historical four-year cycle as institutional adoption and regulatory progress reshape…

Mangoceuticals teams with Cube Group on $100M Solana DAT plan
December 19, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
Mangoceuticals' partnership with Cube Group could redefine corporate crypto strategies, potentially accelerating growth in digital asset markets.

How does GENIUS Act regulate yield-bearing stablecoins?
December 19, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
The GENIUS Act redefines yield-bearing stablecoins by banning interest on payment tokens and shifting yield to separate wrapper products.

Curve DAO whale sits on $5.2M unrealized profit — then capitulates to $400K
December 19, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
A Curve DAO whale who perfectly caught the 2024 bottom has now exited near cycle lows.

Decrypt’s 2025 Project of the Year: Hyperliquid
December 19, 2025 | decrypt.co
Hyperliquid, a venue for high-risk leveraged trading on volatile assets, captured the attention of the crypto industry like no other project this year.

Bitcoin – Could 2026 be an ‘off year’ for BTC’s price?
December 19, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
The possibility of a renewed Bitcoin rally is increasingly being questioned, with some experts now predicting the opposite outcome.

‘Think Again’ Before Selling Your XRP; Expert Tells Investors
December 19, 2025 | bitcoinist.com
Crypto pundit Finance Bull has advised XRP investors against selling their holdings now despite the market downturn.

Terraform’s $4 billion Jump lawsuit exposes the hidden “shadow trading” that may be artificially holding up stablecoin prices
December 19, 2025 | cryptoslate.com
A fresh $4 billion lawsuit tied to Terraform Labs’ collapse is becoming a test of what a stablecoin’s $1 promise means amid the adoption of dollar tokens as payment rails.

Bitcoin gets 'base case' price target of $143,000 at Citigroup
December 19, 2025 | coindesk.com
The Wall Street bank said its bitcoin forecast relies on further crypto ETF inflows and a continued rally in traditional equity markets.

Japan’s Metaplanet to launch U.S. ADRs to expand access for Bitcoin-linked investors
December 19, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Japanese Bitcoin treasury firm Metaplanet has announced plans to start a sponsored Level I ADR program to attract U.S.

Bitcoin battles $89,000 price ceiling as bulls try to break U.S. sell pattern
December 19, 2025 | coindesk.com
Bitcoin bulls are putting up a fight on Friday to break this week's choppy action that has capped all advances at around $90,000.

TRON integrates with Base network to enable cross-chain TRX access
December 19, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
TRON integrates with Coinbases Base network via LayerZero, allowing TRX to bridge cross-chain and trade on Base-based DEXs.

Foundation behind restaking protocol EigenLayer plans bigger rewards for active users
December 19, 2025 | coindesk.com
An Incentives Committee would direct programmatic token emissions, focusing allocations on participants that secure AVSs and contribute to the EigenCloud ecosystem.

Michael Selig Confirmed as CFTC Chair, Putting Crypto Market Structure at a Regulatory Turning Point
December 19, 2025 | news.bitcoin.com
The Senate confirmed Michael Selig to lead the CFTC, setting the stage for expanded crypto oversight, renewed momentum on digital asset regulation, and a reshaping of U.S.

Polkadot's DOT holds steady with token unchanged over 24 hours
December 19, 2025 | coindesk.com
DOT has support in the $1.72-$1.74 zone.

OpenAI bailed out? Trump Media stock up 40%! Wallet Connect Interview
December 19, 2025 | decrypt.co
Commission-free stock and etf trading (u.S.), allowing users to trade equities alongside crypto using usd or usdc.

Fed seeks public input on ‘skinny master account’ for limited access to the central bank
December 19, 2025 | theblock.co
The Federal Reserve is seeking public feedback on a proposed “payment account” — informally dubbed a “skinny master account."

Hyundai Group hit with bomb threat demanding $1.1 million in Bitcoin
December 19, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Hyundai Group’s headquarters in Seoul has received a threatening email demanding 13 Bitcoins.

Federal Reserve moves toward narrower, crypto-driven take on master accounts
December 19, 2025 | coindesk.com
The U.S.

Hyperliquid’s HIP-3 trading volume exceeds $10B milestone
December 19, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
HIP-3 trading volume on Hyperliquid has exceeded $10B, marking significant cumulative growth for the decentralized exchange platform.

Weak job outlook weighs on U.S. consumer confidence despite rate cuts
December 19, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
U.S. households still aren’t buying the “soft landing” story. In December, consumer sentiment rose, but not by much, and still came in lower than expected.

ECB eyes onchain settlements next year as lawmakers weigh digital euro privacy
December 19, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
The European Central Bank plans to enable DLT transactions in 2026 as it prepares for the digital euro issuance and lawmakers establish rules on privacy.

DraftKings launches standalone predictions app under CFTC oversight
December 19, 2025 | theblock.co
DraftKings can offer event contracts in states that still prohibit online sports betting, expanding reach without changing state gaming laws.

Bonk price prediction 2025-2031: How high will Bonk go?
December 19, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Key takeaways: Bonk (BONK) is a crypto token built on the Solana blockchain, much like DOGE, WIF, or SHIB.

South Korean Police Probe Counterfeit Cash Ring That Targeted Crypto Traders
December 19, 2025 | decrypt.co
Investigators said suspects printed fake 50,000-won bills to scam crypto holders in face-to-face trades.