Base’s creator coin push sparks builder backlash over favoritism concerns
December 31, 2025 | coindesk.com
Builders on Base are pushing back against the network’s close alignment with Zora, arguing the creator-coin narrative sidelines established projects.

Trump Media and Technology Group plans crypto token airdrop for shareholders via Crypto.com
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Trump Media announced plans to award new crypto tokens to each beneficial holder of DJT shares.

2026 XRP New Opportunities: Sign Up and Receive $100, Fleet Mining New Year Carnival Special Event
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
With the end of 2025 and the onset of 2026, the digital asset market is still experimenting with the new forms of mining other than the traditional ones.

4 predictions for privacy in 2026
December 31, 2025 | coindesk.com
Led by Zcash, the privacy space had a breakout year in 2025.

Ethereum smashes L1 record with 2.2 million transactions in a single day
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Ethereum has just smashed its L1 transaction record by processing 2.2 million transactions in one day, all while doing so with lower gas fees than it used to.

From Seizures to Mining Rigs: How Governments Built Massive Bitcoin Holdings
December 31, 2025 | news.bitcoin.com
In 2025, the roster of nation-states holding BTC quietly shifted, and what follows is a look at the top five countries sitting on large caches of the world’s leading crypto asset.

Lighter trading platform sees $250 million withdrawn 24 hours after airdrop
December 31, 2025 | coindesk.com
Bubblemaps CEO says outflows seen on Lighter on Dec.

Price predictions 12/31: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, BCH, LINK, HYPE
December 31, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
Several analysts remain bullish on Bitcoin, expecting it to surge to a new all-time high as early as in the first quarter of 2026.

Binance exposes fake victim scam involving forged chats and transfer records
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has brought to light what it called a “new type of scam” in which a user fabricated evidence to claim that they had been defrauded by…

Grayscale bets on ‘decentralized AI’ with first-ever Bittensor ETF filing
December 31, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
TAO’s rebound to $220.77 reflects ETF’s potential to unlock a new wave of institutional liquidity.

Will Digitap ($TAP) Outperform BTC Next Year? Why Experts Call it the Best Crypto to Buy
December 31, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
Bitcoin has always been the anchor of the crypto market.

This $0.04 Altcoin Might Be the Best Crypto to Buy Before 2026, Here’s Why
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Market major moves do not necessarily go in a straight path.

Trump Media to distribute new digital tokens to DJT shareholders
December 31, 2025 | coindesk.com
The Truth Social parent said it will issue a new digital token on Crypto.com’s Cronos blockchain, with shares and crypto prices rising following the announcement.

Trump Media to distribute new rewards token to DJT shareholders with Crypto.com
December 31, 2025 | theblock.co
The move represents Trump Media's latest partnership with Crypto.com, including a series of crypto-related ETFs and a predictions market.

XRP ไม่ได้เฉยอีกต่อไป ข้อมูล Flare แฉเงินกว่า 1.2 แสนล้านบาทล็อกใน DeFi
December 31, 2025 | bitcoinist.com
ข้อมูลชี้ว่า XRP กำลังสลัดภาพลักษณ์ความเป็นสินทรัพย์แบบนิ่งเฉยออกไป หลังจาก FXRP ส่วนใหญ่ถูกล็อกอยู่ใน DeFi ซึ่งเป็นสัญญาณของกิจกรรมผู้ใช้ที่เพิ่มขึ้น สภาพคล่องที่ลึกขึ้น…

U.S. prosecutors expose $160M smuggling ring funneling Nvidia H100/H200 chips to China
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Federal prosecutors said on December 8 that they have found a massive smuggling ring that secretly pushed Nvidia H100 and H200 GPUs, worth $160 million, from US warehouses into…

Crypto hacks dropped by half in 2025, but the data reveals a much deadlier financial threat
December 31, 2025 | cryptoslate.com
This year’s defining security event was not a sophisticated DeFi exploit or a novel protocol failure, but the $1.46 billion theft from Bybit, a top-tier centralized exchange.

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: Solana (SOL) Gains 1.4%, Leading the Index Higher
December 31, 2025 | coindesk.com
Cronos (CRO) joined Solana (SOL) as a top performer, also rising 1.4%.

Retail traders set new record for cash inflow into stock market in 2025
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Retail traders in 2025 broke their own records more than once with a flood of cash into the stock market, outpacing all previous years by 53%.

Trump Media to airdrop non-transferable digital tokens to DJT shareholders
December 31, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
This initiative could enhance shareholder engagement and loyalty while potentially setting a precedent for digital token use in corporate rewards.

Trump Media to Launch New Token With Special Benefits
December 31, 2025 | beincrypto.com
Trump Media has announced plans to launch a new digital token, marking the company’s first major foray into the crypto space.

Arthur Hayes dumps ETH for PENDLE, LDO, ENA in portfolio pivot to DeFi
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Arthur Hayes offloaded millions in ETH to double down on DeFi.

Emerge’s Top 10 WTF AI Moments of 2025
December 31, 2025 | decrypt.co
From Grok’s “MechaHitler” meltdown to North Korea’s “vibe-hacking” ransomware, 2025 was the year AI stopped pretending to be smart and started acting unhinged.

The year in data: 5 charts that show how crypto changed in 2025
December 31, 2025 | theblock.co
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Arthur Hayes sells ETH, buys DeFi – What it means for altcoin leadership
December 31, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
Major crypto whales shifted capital from Ethereum into DeFi tokens, signaling renewed long-term conviction.

Pakistan’s Crypto Push Could Make It A Global Leader By 2030, CZ Claims
December 31, 2025 | bitcoinist.com
According to reports, Changpeng “CZ” Zhao said Pakistan could become one of the world’s leading crypto hubs within five years if the country keeps moving at its current pace on…

Midnight (NIGHT) Narrowly Escapes a 45% Crash — But Trouble Isn’t Gone Yet
December 31, 2025 | beincrypto.com
Midnight (NIGHT) trades near $0.088, down about 7% today. It still holds weekly gains near 18%, but the short-term picture has changed.

Strategy accumulates over 22,000 Bitcoin, RWAs top $19 billion: December in Charts
December 31, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
The Bitcoin price slump at the end of the year hasn’t discouraged Michael Saylor’s Strategy from buying over 22,000 BTC in December alone.

Here’s what AI models predict for Bitcoin and altcoin price ranges in 2026
December 31, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
From Bitcoin to Dogecoin, major AI models predict price ranges and the catalysts that could shape crypto markets in the year ahead.

KBW upgrades TeraWulf to outperform, sees AI pivot as catalyst for sharp growth
December 31, 2025 | coindesk.com
The bank raised its its price target on the shares to $24 from $9.50.

Uganda’s opposition leader promotes Bitchat to bypass election internet shutdowns
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Uganda’s opposition leader, Bobi Wine, has urged his supporters to download the decentralized messaging app Bitchat amid fears of internet shutdowns.

Here’s what happened in crypto today
December 31, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
Need to know what happened in crypto today?

Trump's choice to replace Fed Chair Powell will be crucial for the dollar's future
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
The American dollar is heading for its worst performance in nearly a decade.

Ethereum below $3K: Low fees, weak ETF flows signal stagnation into 2026
December 31, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
Ether trades sideways as spot ETF outflows, weak bullish leverage demand, and low Ethereum network fees cap recovery prospects going into 2026.

APT falls as token underperforms wider crypto markets
December 31, 2025 | coindesk.com
The token underperformed broader digital assets as trading activity remained subdued despite recent ecosystem developments.

Bitcoin Trapped In Post-Breakdown Compression, A Violent Move Brewing?
December 31, 2025 | newsbtc.com
Bitcoin is stuck in a tight consolidation after its sharp rejection from the $100,000 region, with price compressing into a narrow range that reflects growing market tension.

Wallets tied to TRUMP memecoin team pull $94M USDC to Coinbase in December
December 31, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
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.

Is TRUMP being soft-rugged? On-chain data points to a $94mln exit
December 31, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
But what’s the endgame behind this silent liquidation?

Plump.com Is Here & It’s Turning the Casino Industry on Its Head
December 31, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
Most online casinos feel ancient.

Ethereum tops blockchains in net inflows as 2025 wraps up: Artemis
December 31, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
Ethereum's leading net inflows highlight its growing dominance and potential to shape the future landscape of blockchain ecosystems.

Solana DEXs end dominant 2025 with fifth straight month leading trading volume
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Solana became the DEX leader in December, passing all other popular L1 and L2 chains for the fifth month in a row.

How can Bitcoin avoid a year-long bear market? Trader conviction isn’t the answer
December 31, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
Bitcoin's 365-day SMA remains historically elevated for now, a hopeful sign that the bull run might not be dead.

Holiday Markets Keep Bitcoin Range-Bound as Liquidity Thins
December 31, 2025 | news.bitcoin.com
Bitcoin remains locked in a familiar range as year-end liquidity fades, with options dynamics and thin trading conditions driving short-term moves.

The Bybit hack made Kim Jong Un crypto's most influential in 2025
December 31, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
North Korea’s record-breaking Bybit hack changed how exchanges handle security and even influenced FATF’s global crypto recommendations.

KuCoin Launches KIA to Deliver AI-Powered Market Analysis for Crypto Users
December 31, 2025 | cryptodaily.co.uk
KuCoin has officially rolled out KIA, its proprietary AI assistant developed specifically for the digital asset market.

Neo co-founders escalate public feud over treasury control and transparency
December 31, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
The public dispute between Neo's co-founders highlights significant governance challenges, potentially undermining community trust and platform stability.

Korbit fined $1.9 million for anti money-laundering, customer verification breaches
December 31, 2025 | coindesk.com
The South Korean regulator slapped Korbit with a compliance penalty as the crypto exchange conducts talks to be bought by Mirae Asset.

Banks just demanded $26 billion in emergency cash but Bitcoin traders are missing a critical warning signal
December 31, 2025 | cryptoslate.com
It started the way these things often do: a screenshot, a red circle, a big number, and a timeline that makes your stomach do a tiny flip. On Dec.

Sui Plans Private Transactions For 2026, Mysten Labs Co-Founder Confirms
December 31, 2025 | bitcoinist.com
Mysten Labs co-founder and chief product officer Adeniyi Abiodun said Sui will add “private transactions” in 2026, framing privacy as a prerequisite for scaling on-chain payments…

S&P 500 index ends 2025 split between extreme winners and clear losers
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
The S&P 500 is set to close 2025 with a 17% rally YTD, thanks mostly to AI and Nvidia, the most valuable company on earth and the year’s best performer globally for the…

Chinese automakers defy EU tariffs, capture close to 13% of Europe's EV market
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Chinese car manufacturers hit a record in November. They grabbed 12.8% of Europe’s electric vehicle market despite facing new tariffs from the European Union.

World’s 500 richest people added $2.2T in 2025 on stocks, crypto, and commodities
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
The 500 richest people on Earth added a record $2.2 trillion to their net worth this year.

XRP Sees 80% Spike In Major Metric, Why This Matters For Price Appreciation
December 31, 2025 | newsbtc.com
XRP has recorded a notable surge in one of its most closely watched derivative indicators, which brings attention to how traders are positioning around the asset.

Bitcoin got stuck after slumping 30% from its peak. Here's why.
December 31, 2025 | coindesk.com
The October flash crash exposed how fragile bitcoin’s rally had become.

Pi Coin Price Unshaken by Scam Shock — Strong Support or Delayed Reaction?
December 31, 2025 | beincrypto.com
Pi Coin (PI) trades near $0.203, up about 1% in the last 24 hours and almost flat for the week. This comes right after a major scam shock, which usually triggers panic selling.

OpenAI is handing out bigger paychecks to workers than any tech startup ever
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
OpenAI is handing out bigger paychecks to its workers than any other technology startup has done before, based on financial records the company showed to investors.

Lighter Valuation Surpasses Pump.fun and Jupiter: Can LIT Overtake Hyperliquid?
December 31, 2025 | beincrypto.com
Lighter (LIT) is a decentralized perpetual futures exchange built on Ethereum Layer 2.

This New Crypto Could Be the Cheapest Opportunity with 500% Potential Ahead of Q1 2026
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
The largest crypto gains do not usually begin when everybody is buying.

Four Bitcoin charts to watch heading into 2026
December 31, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
Gold fractals, Bitcoin cost basis heatmap, and long-term moving averages offer clues on where BTC’s next major move may emerge in 2026.

Bitwise files for 11 'strategy' ETFs, tracking tokens including AAVE, ZEC, TAO
December 31, 2025 | coindesk.com
The exchange-traded funds will invest both directly and indirectly in the tokens.

BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF posts $143 million inflow on renewed demand
December 31, 2025 | cryptobriefing.com
The significant inflow into BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF highlights growing institutional confidence and could drive further mainstream crypto adoption.

Bitcoin price in 2026: Predictions vs. charts and reality
December 31, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
Bitcoin faces clashing forecasts for 2026: tempered institutional targets around $150,000 versus bearish charts warning of major declines.

XRP and solana volatility in 2025 was twice as bumpy as bitcoin's
December 31, 2025 | coindesk.com
ETFs tied to altcoins need to pull in deeper liquidity to match BTC's chill.

Ethereum Network Activity Surges Unusually – What Does it Mean For ETH Price?
December 31, 2025 | beincrypto.com
While Ethereum (ETH) price action in December has shown a narrowing range around the $3,000 level, appearing poised for a potential breakout, on-chain data has recorded unusual…

Perp DEXs almost triple volume in 2025 as onchain derivatives mature
December 31, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
Trading activity concentrated in the second half of the year as Hyperliquid’s early lead faced increasing pressure from Aster and Lighter.

Bitcoin Bottom Formation Continues: Is the End of the Correction in Sight? – BTC TA December 31, 2025
December 31, 2025 | cryptodaily.co.uk
The $BTC price continues to chop along sideways even after pushing through a downtrend line that was respected for nearly 3 months.

Peter Brandt vindicated after calling silver's crash to $70
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
A trader with decades of experience told silver investors to watch out just before prices took a dramatic swing this week.

New Year, New Wallet: Final Crypto Wallet Rankings for 2025
December 31, 2025 | news.bitcoin.com
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‘National security’ at stake – Why U.S. stablecoin rewards face a China test
December 31, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
Will U.S banks back down on stablecoin rewards as China makes it move?

BitMine Loads Up On $98 Million Worth Of ETH As 2025 Winds Down
December 31, 2025 | bitcoinist.com
According to market reports, BitMine Immersion Technologies acquired roughly $97.6 million worth of Ethereum on Tuesday, buying about 32,938 ETH as investors trimmed positions…

Ukrainian Binance users face new fiat withdrawal restrictions
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
The world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, Binance, has reportedly suspended direct withdrawals to bank card accounts for traders in Ukraine.

The 10 biggest crypto losers of 2025 (and what went wrong)
December 31, 2025 | cryptoslate.com
2025 was supposed to be crypto's maturation year, with regulatory clarity, institutional adoption, and infrastructure built to last.

Dogecoin Near $0.11–$0.12 Offers ‘Incredible Risk/Reward,’ Says Analyst
December 31, 2025 | newsbtc.com
Crypto analyst Matt Hughes, who posts as “The Great Mattsby,” called the $0.11–$0.12 zone “incredible” risk/reward for Dogecoin in a Dec.

China calls on Netherlands to reverse Nexperia moves as chip frictions rise
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
China demands Netherlands reverse Nexperia chipmaker takeover, calling Dutch actions "mistakes" that disrupt global semiconductor supply chains.

$675M Lighter airdrop becomes 10th largest in crypto history: Bubblemaps
December 31, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
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.

Big Rotation Into Bitcoin Incoming As BTC-Gold Ratio Flashes Bullish Reversal Signal: Michaël van de Poppe
December 31, 2025 | dailyhodl.com
A widely followed crypto analyst believes Bitcoin (BTC) is on the verge of breaking out against gold.

Stablecoin interest ban puts U.S. at disadvantage against China
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Coinbase's Chief Policy Officer, Faryar Shirzad, warned U.S.

SUI price prediction 2025-2031: Is SUI a good investment?
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Key takeaways: Is SUI a good investment? Will it go up? Where will it be in five years?

Ethereum Price Prediction: What To Expect From ETH in 2026
December 31, 2025 | beincrypto.com
Ethereum ends 2025 near $2,970 after a messy quarter. The market is divided. Some analysts expect the next growth cycle to begin.

Introducing CryptoGPT, A New AI-Driven Crypto Analysis Platform
December 31, 2025 | cryptodaily.co.uk
Husky Inu AI (HINU) is entering a critical phase as it approaches its March 27, 2026, launch date.

Spot Bitcoin ETFs snap 7-day outflow streak with $355M as liquidity improves
December 31, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
US spot Bitcoin ETFs pulled in $355 million, snapping a 7-day outflow streak that saw $1.12 billion withdrawn from the products.

Winklevoss-backed Cypherpunk buys $28 million of zcash, now owns 1.7% of supply
December 31, 2025 | coindesk.com
Cypherpunk Technologies boosted its zcash bet with a $28 million token purchase, lifting its holdings to 1.7% of ZEC’s circulating supply.

Cardano Approves Critical Integrations Budget In Key Governance Vote
December 31, 2025 | bitcoinist.com
Cardano’s governance process closed out 2025 with a tangible green light: the “Critical Integrations Budget Info Action” has been ratified, a step EMURGO framed as foundational…

MSCI blockchain economy index rose 37% in 2025
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
The MSCI blockchain economy index gained 37% in 2025, reflecting the overall trend of outperforming tech and AI companies.

Crypto Headed For A $10 Trillion Future? Hoskinson Says RWA Is The Key
December 31, 2025 | newsbtc.com
Charles Hoskinson isn’t backing away from big predictions. The Cardano founder says crypto is still early, despite years of growth and repeated boom-and-bust cycles.

Next Big Crypto to Hit $1? This New Altcoin Could Be the Best Pick for Q1 2026
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
With the future of the market trending in 2026, the question that is being raised by many investors is what is the best crypto to invest in today and grow over the long term?

More NFTs, less money: Supply rose to 1.3B as sales fell 37% in 2025
December 31, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
NFT minting accelerated even as buyers spent less, pushing the market toward a high-volume, low-price dynamic.

3 Low-Cap Altcoins Set to Benefit From 2026 Prediction Market Growth
December 31, 2025 | beincrypto.com
Prediction markets are emerging as one of the most significant growth narratives in crypto heading into 2026.

Nvidia ramps up H200 output plans with TSMC amid China chip orders
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Nvidia is working with TSMC to boost H200 chip production after receiving over 2 million orders from Chinese companies for 2026.

Bitcoin’s 2025 recap – 3.3% more retail buys while whales stepped back
December 31, 2025 | ambcrypto.com
Stablecoins and derivatives have also changed the crypto scene, despite weak prices.

Optimism price prediction 2025–2031: Will OP token gain momentum?
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Key takeaways: Optimism’s (OP) commitment to innovation is highlighted by its support for Layer-3 solutions.

Bitwise files with US SEC for 11 single‑token ‘strategy’ crypto ETFs
December 31, 2025 | cointelegraph.com
Bitwise is seeking SEC approval for 11 single‑token “strategy” ETFs tied to major altcoins, expanding its product shelf deeper into the altcoin market.

Burry denies shorting Tesla amid ongoing bearish commentary
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Michael Burry said he’s not short Tesla, even after calling it “ridiculously…

Bitcoin Long-Term Holder Dump Is Over: On-Chain Data Just Flipped
December 31, 2025 | newsbtc.com
Bitcoin’s long-term holder cohort appears to have stopped net selling, according to multiple on-chain commentators, in a shift that could remove a key source of structural supply…

Coinbase Partners With BC Card to Pilot a USDC-Based Payment Solution in Korea
December 31, 2025 | news.bitcoin.com
The pilot will evaluate a solution linking a domestic QR payment platform to USDC on the Coinbase-incubated Base platform.

Aptos price prediction for 2025 – 2031: Will APT token hold bullish hopes?
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Key takeaways: The Aptos blockchain has aggressively attracted capital into its ecosystem, with its total value locked (TVL) rising above $800 million.

Spot bitcoin ETFs record $355 million net inflows, ending 7-day negative streak
December 31, 2025 | theblock.co
One analyst said the inflows during the year-end holiday period point to resilient demand from institutional investors.

Bitwise files 11 more crypto ETF applications with the SEC
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Bitwise filed eleven crypto ETF applications, targeting broader regulated access through tokens, ETPs, and derivatives.

Global stocks slip on last trading day of 2025 as silver tumbles ‑6%
December 31, 2025 | cryptopolitan.com
Global stocks are losing steam on the final trading day of the year, with US futures down 0.2% and Asian shares dipping in thin trading.

SVET Markets Weekly Update – December 22-26 2025
December 31, 2025 | bravenewcoin.com
In his weekly column, investor and entrepreneur Svit Svitlo provides his overview and interpretation of the last week's significant macroeconomic events, and their impact on…