Trend watch: Modern Bitcoin infrastructure, with ETFs and exchanges, reduces the need for large balances in single addresses.

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Bitcoin's rejection at the short-term range highs is caused by macroeconomic uncertainty, liquidations and stagnant spot ETF flows. Will clearer signals from the US economy boost BTC volumes?

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Zcash’s bullish sentiment improved as the broader market rebounded and buyers extended the recent breakout attempt. Strong intraday momentum and a rise in long-side positioning added pressure to theThe post Zcash jumps 16% yet liquidity warns caution – Can ZEC break $385? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

The first week of December wrapped and BTC closed out the day at $90,349 per coin on Bitstamp, leaving it 28.45% shy of its all-time peak above the $126,000 zone. With three weeks still on the clock this year, we posed a curious question to a lineup of today’s most capable artificial intelligence (AI) models: […]

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Key Highlights The U.S. CFTC has announced the launch of a pilot program, which allows major firms to…

Trump is expected to announce Jerome Powell’s successor before Christmas, accelerating uncertainty around future Federal Reserve policy.

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission [CFTC] has launched a pilot program that allows digital assets—including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDC—to be used as collateral in regulated derivatives markThe post Bitcoin and Ethereum cleared as collateral under new CFTC program appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Dogecoin's price has fallen to the projected 2.0 Fibonacci extension, or the $0.131 low.

South Korea moved to tighten rules for cryptocurrency platforms after a major breach at Upbit that sent shockwaves through the local market and government halls. Related Reading: Trump’s New Security Strategy Leaves Crypto And Blockchain Out Government Pushes Bank-Level Rules According to government and industry reports, the Upbit breach on November 27, 2025 involved the […]

Yield trading platform, Spectra, has introduced yield tokenization that splits interest‑bearing tokens into principal tokens and yield tokens. Principal tokens guarantee fixed returns at maturity, while yield tokens allow speculation or hedging on future yield rates. Benefits for Users and the Ecosystem Spectra, a yield trading platform, recently launched on the Flare blockchain, introducing a […]

Bitcoin Magazine CFTC Launches Pilot Program Allowing Bitcoin To Be Used as Collateral In Derivatives Markets The CFTC launched a U.S. pilot program allowing Bitcoin to be used as collateral in regulated derivatives markets. This post CFTC Launches Pilot Program Allowing Bitcoin To Be Used as Collateral In Derivatives Markets first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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The CFTC launched a digital asset pilot allowing BTC, ETH, and USDC as derivatives collateral under the GENIUS Act. The post CFTC launches digital assets pilot, allowing Bitcoin and Ethereum as collateral appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Improving retail crypto and major TradFi investor sentiment align with the recent uptick in Bitcoin price, but sell orders and short positions in the $93,000 range threaten to cap the rally.

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With crypto token buybacks at full throttle across the market, Ethena Labs continued its aggressive accumulation of ENA.  That steady purchasing supported price stability, and the team returned toThe post Ethena Labs cuts ENA’s exchange supply - $0.30 retest possible ONLY IF… appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Tether joins 70M round for Generative Bionics, Europes largest robotics spinoff, to fund industrial AI and humanoid robot deployment. The post Tether invests €70M in Generative Bionics to back Europe’s largest robotics spinoff appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Speaking in Abu Dhabi, the Strategy CEO said nations could use Bitcoin reserves and tokenized credit markets to offer regulated accounts with higher yields.

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TLDR Comptroller Jonathan Gould pushes back against traditional banks’ objections to crypto firms seeking trust charters. Gould highlights OCC’s role in supporting innovation and overseeing both new and existing banks fairly. In the past year, 14 companies, including crypto firms, applied for bank charters The OCC recently granted Erebor a provisional charter, signaling a shift [...] The post Comptroller Gould Supports Crypto’s Path to Trust Charters Despite Bank Resistance appeared first on Blockonomi.

Ripple and the XRP ecosystem have entered one of their most important weeks to date. A series of regulatory and market-structure breakthroughs has pushed the token deeper into the core of federally supervised financial infrastructure, and this carries implications far beyond short-term sentiment, starting with its advancement into new territory under the Commodity Futures Trading […]

Recent data shows the Coinbase Premium Index has finally clawed its way out of a long streak of discounts since the end of October, and it’s now lounging comfortably in positive territory. Meanwhile, bitcoin prices in South Korea are still riding high, holding their own in premium territory too. Coinbase and Korea Premiums Glow Amid […]

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Key Highlights In the latest statement, the OCC revealed a major development that approves new federally chartered banks…

TLDR Mantra’s CEO John Patrick Mullin accuses OKX of publishing false migration dates for the OM token. Mullin urges OM holders on OKX to withdraw their tokens, citing a technically impossible migration timeline. The official migration can only begin after January 15, 2026, according to Mantra’s governance documents. OKX’s failure to communicate since April’s market [...] The post Mantra CEO Urges OM Holders to Withdraw Tokens from OKX appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitcoin and Ethereum both crashed about 12% in November and over 30% in Q4. But these reasons will determine which coin performs better in December.

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The demand for Solana is likely to keep increasing in the coming years. Treasury companies continued to add Solana [SOL] to their holdings, a statement that would have seemed absurd 2-3 years ago. The post Retire by 2030: How much Solana do you actually need to own today? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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The bill is alive, but the path to passage is now delayed, with critical language still pending from the White House and political dynamics unresolved.

CoreWeave plans a $2 billion convertible note offering as it scales AI infrastructure, following a yearlong pursuit of Core Scientific for added power capacity.

Crypto market today: Shiba Inu sees an enormous exchange outflow; David Schwartz explains his XRP Ledger push; BTC just picked up a warning from trading legend.

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The data was provided by global outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas on Thursday, and may partly explain the recent bitcoin downturn. Layoffs Climb to a Grim Milestone: Nearly 1.2 Million…and Counting A Chicago-based outplacement firm quietly announced a rather dire metric that appears to have largely gone unnoticed: American employers have laid off nearly […]

Over the past day, the XRP price has been fluctuating, dipping to $2 before bouncing back about 1.3%. And the timing couldn’t be more interesting, with traders nervously eyeing tomorrow’s Fed meeting, which might set the mood for the whole…

Bitcoin Magazine Strategy’s Michael Saylor Met With Middle East Sovereign Wealth Funds to Pitch Bitcoin-Backed Credit Strategy’s Michael Saylor claims he met with every Middle East sovereign wealth fund to pitch Bitcoin-backed credit, positioning digital capital as a yield-generating alternative to traditional fixed income. This post Strategy’s Michael Saylor Met With Middle East Sovereign Wealth Funds to Pitch Bitcoin-Backed Credit first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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The Terraform Labs co-founder could face up to 40 years in prison in South Korea, but a judge questioned whether the country would ignore his US sentence.

Double Zero, the infrastructure blockchain, could be witnessing a turnaround after a month-long decline that saw its value drop by 25%. Recent data showed that its performance has been growing steadiThe post Double Zero climbs 10% after 25% drop - 2Z’s turnaround begins? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Bitcoin For Corporations [BFC] has formally urged MSCI to withdraw its proposed digital-asset exclusion rule, arguing that it risks removing dozens of legitimate companies from major global indexes siThe post ‘This proposal unfairly targets a single asset class’ — Bitcoin For Corporations challenges MSCI appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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The USDT-powered network launches with support from Bitfinex, Hack VC, Tether executives and other investors following a $28 million seed round.

Crown has raised $13.5 million in a Series A round led by Paradigm as the São Paulo fintech expands its institutional stablecoin infrastructure and the circulation of its Brazilian real–pegged token, BRLV. Crown Expands Institutional Stablecoin Push With Paradigm-Led $13.5M Funding In a note shared with Bitcoin.com News, Crown disclosed it raised $13.5 million in […]

U.S. President Donald Trump is zeroing in on a new Fed Chair nominee. This could be a huge support for big gains in Bitcoin’s price.

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Robinhood Markets moved into Indonesia this week by signing deals to buy two local firms, a step that gives it instant access to a big pool of investors. Related Reading: Bitcoin Boost: Fidelity CEO Confirms Personal Holdings, Hails BTC As ‘Gold Standard’ The plan covers both a licensed brokerage and a regulated crypto trader, and […]

Polymarket integrated Monad for native deposits, enabling faster MON and USDC transactions and improving multi-chain access for users. The post Polymarket integrates Monad for native deposit support appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Scaramucci's endorsement highlights growing institutional confidence in Bitcoin, potentially accelerating its adoption as a mainstream asset. The post Anthony Scaramucci praises Strategy’s new Bitcoin investment as ‘smart stuff’ appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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U.S. and Canadian digital asset treasury firms face steep losses in 2025, with median stock prices down 43% and struggling to recover.

The US government has approved Nvidia exports of H200 AI chips to China following updates to export policy. The post US government to permit NVIDIA H200 chip exports to China appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The Financial Conduct Authority asked for companies linked to digital assets to weigh in on policy proposals in February and March 2026.

Sometimes an asset’s performance shows more in its on-chain metrics than in macro trends. Sure, Q4 macro volatility has triggered back-to-back crashes across the board, but the real pain is deeper tThe post Bitcoin miners face all-time high costs: Here’s what it means for BTC appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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XRP spot ETF inflows approach $1 billion, marking rapid institutional adoption and strong investor demand for regulated crypto exposure. The post XRP spot ETFs near $1B AUM amid sustained institutional demand appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

XRP ETFs have smashed $1 million the fastest since Ethereum (ETH) ETFs .

Key Highlights Pye Finance has announced the closing of a funding round of $5 million, led by popular…

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Coalition Pushes Back Against MSCI Proposal Targeting Bitcoin-Heavy Companies Bitcoin For Corporations (BFC) challenged MSCI’s plan to exclude companies with over 50% of assets in digital assets, arguing it unfairly penalizes operating businesses. This post Bitcoin Coalition Pushes Back Against MSCI Proposal Targeting Bitcoin-Heavy Companies first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Are investors jilting Hedera (HBAR) for other tokens like Solana (SOL), Ripple (XRP), and Chainlink (LINK)?

Farcaster abandons social graph for wallet-driven growth, making in-app wallet functionality the core product to boost adoption.

Ripple’s successful $500 million strategic funding round that valued the company at $40 billion reportedly included rare and stringent protections for investors. Guaranteed Returns and Put Options According to a Bloomberg report, Ripple’s successful $500 million strategic funding round, which valued the company at $40 billion, included unusual protections for investors. These concessions reportedly gave […]

Luke Judges highlights how XRP Ledger’s tech and developer tools could take cues from Solana to stay competitive among layer-1 networks.

Markets spent weeks speculating that Strategy (MSTR) might be forced to unload part of its $60B Bitcoin stack. Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan shut that fear down by confirming the company will not sell Bitcoin even if its stock dips below NAV. Hougan highlighted Strategy’s financial strength, such as its $1.4B cash reserves and no debt [...] The post Best Crypto Presale: Strategy Confirms No Bitcoin Sell-Off as DeepSnitch AI Rockets 74% appeared first on Blockonomi.

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The discussions could shape the US's global leadership in crypto, impacting regulatory clarity and market stability for digital assets. The post Citi, BofA, and Wells Fargo CEOs to discuss crypto market rules with senators: Report appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Ethereum saw a bounce back above the $3,000 price market, with bullish sentiment gaining momentum among investors, especially those on centralized exchanges. Even with the market experiencing sideways movements, the overall supply of ETH on crypto exchanges has fallen sharply, hitting unprecedented levels. Lowest Supply Of Ethereum On Exchanges Recent signals from on-chain metrics indicate […]

Binance (BNB), the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has initiated an investigation following allegations of insider trading involving one of its employees.  Binance Uncovers Alleged Misuse Of Insider Information On December 7, Binance’s internal audit team received a report claiming that an employee had exploited insider information to make posts on official social media, thereby gaining […]

Oobit has expanded its crypto payments platform to the United States, enabling Americans to connect self-custody wallets to pay at Visa-supported checkouts worldwide. Oobit Enters U.S. Market, Tapping Bakkt Infrastructure for Nationwide Coverage According to the note shared with Bitcoin.com News, Oobit’s expansion into the United States marks the company’s largest global rollout to date, […]

Active Bitcoin addresses have declined since spot ETF launches as investors shift exposure to ETF products. The post Decline in active Bitcoin addresses since 2024 ETF launches indicates institutional shift appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Is political “de-banking” a thing? The narrative quickly spread throughout the crypto community. At least one bank boss is denying the allegations.

XRP had a tense week as whales offloaded 510 million tokens, triggering intense debate over whether the market could absorb the sudden supply shock.  Over several sessions, whales keep trimming poThe post XRP stays resilient despite 510mln sell-off – Why THIS zone matters now appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Ethereum’s base-layer transaction fees have fallen to their lowest levels of the year, even as capital locked across the ecosystem remains relatively stable.  Latest Glassnode and DeFiLlama dataThe post Ethereum fees hit new lows as upgrades shifts activity to Layer-2 appeared first on AMBCrypto.

MetaMask offers free Solana ID minting through December 22 ahead of Breakpoint 2025, unlocking perks across the Solana ecosystem. The post MetaMask offers free Solana ID minting ahead of Breakpoint 2025 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Grayscale argues Bitcoin’s market structure has evolved beyond the old four-year rhythm. Institutional flows and macro dynamics have reshaped BTC’s price behavior.

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Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Bulls Eye $94K Breakout Ahead of Crucial FOMC Rate Cut Decision Bitcoin closed the week at $90,429 after testing $84,000 support and $94,000 resistance, with bulls now banking on Wednesday's FOMC meeting for a rate cut to fuel upward momentum toward $101,000. This post Bitcoin Bulls Eye $94K Breakout Ahead of Crucial FOMC Rate Cut Decision first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Ethan Greene - Feral Analysis and Juan Galt.

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MetaMask offers free Solana ID minting through December 22 ahead of Breakpoint 2025, unlocking perks across the Solana ecosystem. The post MetaMask offers free Solana ID minting ahead of Breakpoint 2025 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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.

U.S. SEC formally closes investigation into Ondo Finance without filing charges, sparking discussions across the crypto community.

TLDR The UK’s Anti-Corruption Strategy targets illicit finance and crypto-assets used to evade sanctions. The plan includes stronger enforcement, expanded sanctions, and enhanced whistleblowing frameworks. International collaboration is a key focus, with a summit planned for June 2026 to combat money laundering. The UK aims to improve transparency and accountability within its institutions through new [...] The post UK Expands Anti-Corruption Efforts with Focus on Crypto and Illicit Finance appeared first on Blockonomi.

Ripple (XRP) token was trading at $2.0825, a level it has remained at in the past few days. This price is about 15% above the lowest level this year.

Google plans to introduce advertising to its Gemini AI platform by 2026 as it expands AI driven tools across search and marketing. The post Google plans to introduce ads on Gemini AI platform by 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin Magazine Argentina Moves to Let Banks Offer Bitcoin and Crypto Services The Banco Central de la República Argentina (BCRA), is reportedly drafting rules that would allow commercial banks to offer bitcoin. This post Argentina Moves to Let Banks Offer Bitcoin and Crypto Services first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Dogecoin price action is beginning to show subtle signs of stabilization, raising the question of whether a local bottom may be forming.

Ondo joins the Blockchain Association after clearing an SEC investigation, backing policy work on tokenized Treasuries in the US. The post Ondo Finance joins Blockchain Association to advance US digital asset policy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Blackrock has filed for the Ishares Staked Ethereum Trust ETF, pulling institutional finance deeper into Ethereum’s proof-of-stake (PoS) economy just as tens of millions of ETH sit locked in validators generating yield for participants. World’s Largest Asset Manager Steps Into Ethereum Yield Products With Staked ETH ETF Filing Blackrock is taking another swing at ethereum […]

XRP has quietly become the most structurally resilient altcoin inside the top 20 — and the data finally reflects that. While most large-caps spent November bleeding, XRP price entered December with one of the strongest fundamental backdrops in years: rising ETF inflows, accelerating ledger activity, expanding DeFi layers, and the best institutional participation it has [...] The post XRP Price Prediction Eyes $6 By Q2 2026, While Analysts Hint Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP) As The Next 100x Crypto appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitcoin has been consolidating below $95k ahead of the Fed rate decision scheduled for the 10th of December.  While the odds of another 25 basis point cut have surged to nearly 90%, the market wasThe post Decoding Bitcoin’s macro setup – Why a 90% Fed cut could still swing both ways appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Cardano’s ADA has spent several years being labelled as a “ghost chain,” but with a reason. As the price hovers near $0.42 again, the community asks when the real adoption will happen. While ADAThe post Ghost Chain ADA ($0.42) vs. Live App Digitap ($TAP): The Best Crypto to Buy 2026 appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Robinhood crypto tools now include advanced trading features, tax management, staking, and futures, expanding access in the US and Europe. The post Robinhood launches new crypto tools in the US and rolls out XRP and SOL futures in Europe appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Solana has become the second-largest blockchain for tokenized stocks, offering 24/7 trading of US equities. The post Solana becomes second-largest chain for tokenized stocks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

NEAR's scalability breakthrough could revolutionize blockchain efficiency, enabling robust support for high-demand applications and multi-chain growth. The post NEAR Protocol achieves 1 million transactions per second in major scalability milestone appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Discover safe ways to give crypto in 2025. Learn about gift cards, exchanges, hardware wallets and essential security and tax guidance.

Suitcoiners are the reason why BTC is trading at $90,000 instead of $20,000, according to Bloomberg's leading .

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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.

Bitcoin Magazine UAE’s Security General Hails BTC as a ‘Key Pillar in Future Finance’ at Bitcoin MENA Conference At the Bitcoin MENA conference, UAE’s Mohammed Al Shamsi called the nation’s Bitcoin adoption a key part of a “historical phase” reshaping the global financial system. This post UAE’s Security General Hails BTC as a ‘Key Pillar in Future Finance’ at Bitcoin MENA Conference first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Market volatility may persist as investors await Fed's rate decision, potentially impacting economic growth and investment strategies. The post Wall Street opens mixed amid focus on Fed meeting appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

TLDR Circle teams up with Bybit to expand USDC adoption beyond Coinbase, focusing on liquidity and global reach. Bybit integrates USDC into spot and derivatives markets, alongside expanding its role in payments, savings, and rewards. Circle enhances Bybit’s platform with fiat on- and off-ramp infrastructure, allowing faster deposits and withdrawals Bybit’s regulatory push continues with [...] The post Circle Partners Bybit to Drive USDC Adoption Across Global Markets appeared first on Blockonomi.

The last quarter of the year has always been quite bearish for the Solana price, marking the highest losses for the altcoin since it was launched back in 2020. Naturally, this has made Q4 a dreaded time for Solana investors, and the year 2025 has not been any different. The last two months have already […]

The investment signals a strategic pivot towards AI, potentially accelerating advancements in robotics and reshaping tech industry dynamics. The post SoftBank and Nvidia eye major investment in Skild AI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Ondo Finance says a closed SEC probe clears a more confident path for tokenized assets, signaling a pivotal moment for onchain market growth and expanding collaboration between regulators and the digital-asset industry. Tokenized Assets Hit Inflection Point With SEC Stand-Down on Ondo Case Ondo Finance shared on social media platform X on Dec. 8 that […]

Singapore’s MAS has widened Ripple’s MPI license scope, enabling regulated token services, end-to-end payments and major growth across Asia-Pacific.

Ripple’s $500 million raise shows its post-SEC shift is working, as Wall Street piles in under a deal reportedly offering rare protections and guaranteed returns.

Bitcoin failed to successfully retest the yearly open after US sell-side pressure reentered to start the week, keeping volatility firmly in control.

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Can bulls keep the rate of Bitcoin (BTC) above $90,000 over the next few days?.

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Can the rate of Ethereum (ETH) keep rising after a breakout of the $3,000 area?.

The founder of SkyBridge Capital gave a sudden nod to Saylor's latest 10,624 BTC move, pointing to a deeper read of Strategy's equity-to-Bitcoin cycle.

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Can bulls get the rate of Binance Coin (BNB) back above $900 this week?.

Bitcoin Magazine Nunchuk: The Open-Source Mobile Multi-Sig Wallet Now Securing Over $1 Billion in Bitcoin From surviving the 2022 Canadian crackdown to pioneering Bitcoin inheritance, Nunchuk has become the leading self-custody tool for advanced Bitcoiners. This post Nunchuk: The Open-Source Mobile Multi-Sig Wallet Now Securing Over $1 Billion in Bitcoin first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

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TLDR Argentina Central Bank will permit banks to offer crypto services starting in April 2026, after lifting the current ban. The new policy aims to address economic challenges, including inflation and currency devaluation, by boosting crypto adoption. Argentina ranks 15th globally for active crypto wallet users, with over 10 million users and $91 billion in [...] The post Argentina Central Bank to Permit Banks to Offer Crypto Services by 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.

The crypto market is going up today, Dec. 8, with Bitcoin and most altcoins being in the green. Bitcoin (BTC) price rose to $92,000, while the market valuation of all tokens jumped by 2.63% in the last 24 hours to…

Bitcoin’s recent downturn has triggered a clear divergence between large holders and retail traders. Fresh on-chain data indicate that whales are increasing their net buying, while smaller wallets cThe post Bitcoin whales buy into weakness as retail selling accelerates appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Dogecoin’s market structure continues to deteriorate as rising inflows, thinning support, and weakening network activity tighten pressure across the board.  With technical indicators offering liThe post Dogecoin signals mounting trouble - Is a drop to $0.081 next? appeared first on AMBCrypto.