TLDR Copper consumption projected to jump 70% by 2050 driven by electric vehicle production and renewable energy infrastructure expansion Freeport-McMoRan produced 1.2 million metric tons in 2024 with leaching technology projects targeting additional output by 2030 BHP Group controls Escondida mine in Chile and has $10-14 billion in expansion projects planned to add 540,000 annual [...] The post Best Copper Stocks To Buy Today appeared first on Blockonomi.

Here's everything most interesting surrounding Ripple and its ecosystem.

Bitcoin is fighting to regain its footing after taking a not-so-graceful tumble from the $89,500 range. While it’s found temporary support, the current market action suggests this bounce may be more of a breather than a comeback. Bitcoin Chart Outlook Starting with the one-hour chart, the price plunged from approximately $90,000 down to $85,000, before […]

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The partnership could revolutionize global trade by enhancing efficiency, transparency, and market access through blockchain technology. The post Crypto.com teams up with Dubai’s trade powerhouse to explore tokenised commodities and digital infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

TLDR Ethereum ETFs recorded a total daily net outflow of $224.78 million on December 15. BlackRock’s ETHA holds the highest net assets at $10.69 billion, but saw the largest outflow of $139.09 million. Grayscale’s ETHE and Fidelity’s FETH posted outflows of $35.10 million and $10.96 million, respectively. Grayscale’s ETH recorded a $20.18 million outflow and [...] The post Ethereum ETFs Update: $224.78M Exits as ETHA Leads Outflows appeared first on Blockonomi.

The service is now available across Latin America, the United States, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, and Taiwan. This expansion underscores the growing intersection of payroll, stablecoins, and cross-border payments, making digital dollars more accessible to workers globally. Simplifying Paychecks with Stablecoins USDC is a type of stablecoin, meaning its value remains relatively stable because it […] The post World App Expands USDC Payroll Across Multiple Countries appeared first on Altcoin Buzz.

Kevin Hassett, a frontrunner for the Federal Reserve chair, publicly asserted that the central bank will remain independent of political pressure from the incoming Trump administration. This commitment suggests that the market cannot simply rely on a government bailout to drive asset prices higher. That’s why many want the best crypto presale. DeepSnitch AI has all [...] The post Best Crypto Presale 2026: Fed Independence Signals Market Uncertainty as DeepSnitch AI Offers Investors the Ultimate “Ticket Out” for 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR:  Bitcoin trades 27% below $118K Power-Law value, indicating market compression, not overvaluation. Net gamma of −$117M pins Bitcoin near $85K, limiting short-term upside potential. Dec 19 gamma expiry of 17% may slightly loosen the $85K price pin. Dec 26 gamma expiry of 47% expected to trigger structural reset and open trend path. Bitcoin is [...] The post Bitcoin Poised for Breakout as Gamma Suppression Nears Expiration appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Robinhood stock: HOOD shares dropped 3.5% to $115.26 as insiders sold $476M worth of stock despite beating Q3 earnings expectations and strong analyst ratings. The post Robinhood (HOOD) Stock Drops as Insiders Dump $475 Million Worth of Shares appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR ARK Invest purchased approximately $60 million in cryptocurrency-related stocks on Monday as the sector faced continued selling pressure Major purchases included $16.3 million in Coinbase, $17 million in Bitmine, $10.8 million in Circle, $9.9 million in CoreWeave, and $5.2 million in Bullish Crypto stocks saw sharp declines with Bitmine falling 11%, Circle dropping 10%, [...] The post Cathie Wood Buys Coinbase, Bitmine and Circle Shares During Crypto Selloff appeared first on Blockonomi.

Stellar Lumens extends a 7-day losing streak as derivatives data turns sharply bearish and XLM retests key support levels on rising downside momentum. Stellar Lumens falls for seventh straight day as derivatives data shows bearish positioning. Stellar price heading towards…

B. Riley shares jump after a surprise Q2 profit, debt moves, and a timely filing ease Nasdaq delisting risk, but an overdue Q3 report still looms. B. Riley Financial shares surged in premarket trading on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, following…

Garlinghouse said the NYT repeated half-truths while omitting judges' criticisms of the SEC's actions during the Biden administration's crypto crackdown.

Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko claims the network is facing an industrial-scale 6 Tbps DDoS attack that has shown little visible impact.

Cardano breaks below its ascending channel, turning former support into resistance as ADA hovers near fragile lower support and faces risk of deeper downside. Cardano entered a technically decisive phase as price action weakened following a breakdown from its ascending…

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Bitcoin is stuck near $90,000 and seems boring ahead of Christmas, but "$1 million BTC" advocate Samson Mow says the calm is artificial, and Dec. 26 could flip the cryptocurrency's entire price setup.

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Can the decline of DOGE lead to a test of the $0.12 area soon?

Micron (MU) stock: Wedbush and other analysts raise price targets ahead of Q1 earnings as AI demand drives bullish forecasts for the memory chip maker The post Micron (MU) Stock: Wall Street Turns Bullish on Memory Chip Maker Ahead of Earnings appeared first on Blockonomi.

RGTI stock: Jefferies issues Hold rating as revenue drops 37% and analysts forecast another 30% decline despite $7.77B valuation. The post Rigetti Computing (RGTI) Stock: Why Jefferies Warns Investors to Wait and Watch appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: BTC price decline linked to long position liquidations, not spot market selling. Forced closures of leveraged futures amplified temporary volatility in Bitcoin. Exchange inflows remain moderate, indicating limited immediate selling pressure. Large holders are not actively selling, supporting stable price consolidation. Bitcoin’s recent price movement was largely driven by liquidations in the derivatives market [...] The post Bitcoin Drop Fueled by Liquidations, Not a Collapse in Spot Demand appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR Smartphone prices forecast to jump 6.9% in 2026 as memory chip costs surge from AI data center demand Global phone shipments predicted to decline 2.1% next year versus earlier expectations of stable growth Budget devices under $200 experiencing 20-30% production cost increases since early 2025 Memory chip prices may surge an additional 40% through [...] The post Your Next Phone Will Cost More: Memory Chip Shortage Hits Smartphone Prices appeared first on Blockonomi.

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson wants crypto to stop acting like it’s permanently stuck in 2021 brain. In a Dec. 15 livestream titled “Some End of Year Thoughts,” the IOG CEO delivered a blunt year-end diagnosis of a market that, in his telling, lost its retail engine, let politics turn into a sideshow, and drifted back […]

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Ripple has come under pressure in recent weeks. The altcoin, which started the year on a bullish note and showed a strong correlation with Bitcoin, has since shifted direction on the charts. XRP dropThe post XRP slides deeper as sellers stay in control – $1.50 next IF... appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Will the decline of XRP lead to a test of the $1.90 area soon?

Announced during Abu Dhabi Finance Week, this strategic move marks the first time a fuel and convenience retailer in the country has integrated a digital asset into everyday payments. In collaboration with Al Maryah Community Bank, the initiative reflects the UAE’s ambition to lead in secure, regulated digital-payment solutions while giving consumers more flexibility in […] The post ADNOC Distribution Introduces AE Coin for Everyday Payments appeared first on Altcoin Buzz.

India’s Crypto Revolution: A New Era of and In 2025, . The Rise of in India Picture this: It’s 2 AM in Mumbai, and trading volumes on Indian crypto exchanges spike. Why? India’s crypto enthusiasts are syncing with global markets. […] The post Late-night traders, younger investors: India’s crypto buzz in 2025 appeared first on Blockmanity.

PayPal stock: Company files with FDIC and Utah regulators to establish PayPal Bank, an industrial loan company focused on small business lending. The post PayPal (PYPL) Stock: Files Applications to Establish PayPal Bank appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitcoin and ether ETFs opened the week under pressure as broad outflows returned, while solana and XRP continued to draw fresh capital. The split highlights a cautious market rotation rather than a full retreat from digital asset exposure. Risk-off Day Hits Bitcoin and Ether ETFs While Solana and XRP Attract Capital A sober mood settled […]

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Visa's USDC settlement integration could revolutionize financial systems by enhancing efficiency, liquidity, and modernizing treasury operations. The post Visa rolls out USDC settlement in the US, advancing blockchain-based payments appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Applied Digital stock plunged 17% as investors reassess AI infrastructure valuations after a 143% yearly rally. Here's what happened to APLD shares. The post Applied Digital (APLD) Stock: What Triggered the Sudden Selloff on Monday? appeared first on Blockonomi.

Custodia Bank is asking the full Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals to review the US Fed’s decision denying it a master account, which would allow it to process payments directly.

TotalEnergies stock: French energy firm signs 21-year Google data center power deal in Malaysia, reports December share buybacks under capital return plan. The post TotalEnergies (TTE) Stock: French Energy Giant Locks In 21-Year Google Power Deal appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR Sberbank is testing DeFi tools to meet increasing crypto demand from clients. Ethereum-based tokenization is central to the bank’s blockchain experiments. Russia plans comprehensive crypto regulations by 2026, guiding Sberbank’s rollout. Banks like VTB report strong client interest in direct cryptocurrency exposure. Russia’s largest bank is expanding its exploration of digital asset solutions as [...] The post Russia’s Sberbank Tests Ethereum and DeFi Amid Rising Crypto Interest appeared first on Blockonomi.

Spain’s securities regulator, CNMV, has spelled out how it plans to run MiCA in practice, using a new Q&A; to tell crypto companies what to expect.

Key Highlights: Hyperliquid’s native token $HYPE is down by 9% today, December 16, 2025. The main reasons for…

Alphabet stock: Google parent adds solar power in Malaysia for data centers. Analysts weigh whether GOOGL presents buying opportunity. The post Alphabet (GOOGL) Stock: Google Parent Powers Malaysian Data Centers with Solar Energy appeared first on Blockonomi.

Ford (F) stock: Company records $19.5B in EV-related charges while raising 2025 guidance. Stock rises on improved outlook despite massive writedown. The post Ford (F) Stock: Why a Massive $19.5 Billion Charge Is Actually Good News appeared first on Blockonomi.

SBI Holdings and Startale plan a regulated yen stablecoin via Shinsei Trust, aiming for tokenized assets and cross-border settlement by Q2 2026.

BlackRock's Ethereum transfer to Coinbase may signal strategic shifts in crypto asset management amid volatile market conditions. The post BlackRock moves $140 million in Ethereum to Coinbase as ETH slides 6% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Cardano is in bearish territory as major price sentiment is under collapse but with a potential rebound twist.

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TLDR The strategy continues to buy Bitcoin despite a 5% price drop, focusing on the long-term strategy rather than short-term volatility. CEO Phong Le attributed recent price weakness to tight liquidity and central bank actions, not Bitcoin fundamentals. The company uses a dollar-cost averaging approach, with an average Bitcoin purchase price of $74,000. MicroStrategy created [...] The post Strategy Holds Firm on Bitcoin Strategy as Price Dips to $85K appeared first on Blockonomi.

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The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) recently sparked a wave of criticism from traditional finance groups following its approval of conditional bank charters for five cryptocurrency firms: Ripple, Circle, BitGo, Paxos, and Fidelity.  Stablecoins Seen As Direct Threat Following the OCC’s announcement, industry stakeholders quickly voiced their concerns. Traditional banks expressed apprehension […]

Competition in the fast‑growing decentralized compute market has been intensifying. Companies using blockchain to deliver decentralized computing services are increasingly aligning their strategies The post Render vs. Akash - Battle for the AI computer throne explained appeared first on AMBCrypto.

In a recent statement, the team said, “Breakpoint may be over, but the good news isn’t. Hundreds of tokenized stocks and ETFs that inherit public market liquidity are coming to Solana in early 2026.”  Tokenization is not just a buzzword. It means taking real world assets like stocks or exchange traded funds and representing them […] The post Ondo Brings Tokenized Stocks and ETFs to Solana appeared first on Altcoin Buzz.

Nvidia stock: NVDA shares rise as J.P. Morgan sees options opportunity, Bernstein keeps Outperform rating, and company acquires SchedMD for AI push. The post Nvidia (NVDA) Stock: Three Bullish Signals Emerge This Week appeared first on Blockonomi.

The UK is talking about regulating it like banks and financial institutions by 2027, according to reports from the Guardian and Reuters. That’s a major signal for traders, as governments don’t build rules around things they plan to shut down. They build rules around things they expect to grow. This is the kind of news [...] The post Best Crypto to Buy Now: DeepSnitch, ONDO & DAI Rally As UK Extends Finance Laws to Crypto by 2027 appeared first on Blockonomi.

Tesla stock: TSLA shares close at 2025 high above $470 after Musk confirms driverless robotaxi tests underway in Austin. Goldman Sachs maintains rating. The post Tesla (TSLA) Stock: Driverless Taxi Tests Push Price to 2025 High appeared first on Blockonomi.

Heavy losses hit altcoins as Bitcoin weakens, but traders appear to be waiting rather than rushing for exits.

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XRP drops below key support at $1.93 as volume spikes. Analysts warn of a move toward $1, with whale selling and bearish signals increasing.

Recent weeks have seen major developments for XRP, RLUSD and the XRP Ledger ecosystem.

TLDR: Circle acquires Interop Labs team, enhancing multichain blockchain infrastructure. Arc and CCTP development will accelerate with Axelar’s core developers onboard. Axelar network and AXL token remain independent under community governance. Integration expands SDKs and developer tools for seamless multichain applications. Circle has announced a strategic agreement to acquire the Interop Labs team, the initial [...] The post Circle Acquires Axelar’s Core Developers to Accelerate Multichain Infrastructure appeared first on Blockonomi.

StraitsX will launch XSGD and XUSD on Solana in early 2026, targeting on-chain FX, cross-border settlement, and AI-driven payments with x402 support. StraitsX announced a partnership with the Solana Foundation to deploy its Singapore dollar-backed stablecoin (XSGD) and U.S. dollar-backed…

Michael Saylor’s latest aggressive Bitcoin purchases have left analysts with more speculation than solid answers.  On the 15th of December, the firm bought 10.6K BTC, worth over $980 million. LaThe post $50B and counting: Why Strategy’s Bitcoin buying suddenly looks urgent appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Global trade hub DMCC collaborates with Crypto.com to explore blockchain-enabled infrastructure for real-world asset tokenization across commodity markets. DMCC announced a strategic partnership with Crypto.com on December 16, 2025, aimed at leveraging blockchain technology to transform commodities trading. The Memorandum of Understanding will explore reducing settlement friction, improving price transparency, and broadening market access across […]

The UK FCA launched three consultations on new crypto market rules covering exchanges, staking, lending and DeFi, with feedback due Feb. 12, 2026.

Tuesday crypto market opens under a Nonfarm Payrolls macro frame as Binance adds a new XRP dollar route, Coinbase expands SHIB derivatives access and Cardano's "new ADA" breaks into the global top 100.

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TLDR: PYTH’s daily chart shows a falling wedge, signaling potential bullish reversal above $0.06. Price compression and reduced selling suggest stabilization and accumulation in the market. Monthly $PYTH buybacks inject consistent demand, gradually reducing circulating supply. Initial breakout targets $0.08, with a full wedge move potentially reaching $0.10+. PYTH Network ($PYTH) is showing technical signs [...] The post PYTH Price Poised for Upside as Bullish Wedge Approaches Breakout appeared first on Blockonomi.

TON Foundation has partnered with OpenPayd to power global fiat infrastructure for the TON Blockchain.

Bitcoin is expected to rally 20% short term, but there's a catch.

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Dogecoin’s open interest has seen a significant decline over the past few months, and the latest push lower has sent the meme coin scraping April 2025 levels. The current trend mirrors the Dogecoin price decline that has persisted even during the Bitcoin price uptrend. Looking at the historical performance of Dogecoin over time, when the […]

For our team, this is not only the loss of a respected builder in the Web3 space, but the loss of a close and trusted partner.

TLDR The US Bitcoin Spot ETF market recorded $357.69 million in daily outflows on December 15. Total net assets across all ETFs reached $112.27 billion, representing 6.56% of Bitcoin’s overall market capitalization. BlackRock’s IBIT led the market with $66.79 billion in assets, despite recording zero net inflow on the day. Lower-tier ETFs like Bitwise, Ark, [...] The post Bitcoin ETFs Records Selloff With $357M Pulled in a Single Day appeared first on Blockonomi.

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The total cryptocurrency market cap stands just north of $3 trillion.

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Solana Mobile Seeker dApps now let you earn passively by just using your phone, sharing data, or supplying liquidity in the background. Let’s break down the top 12 Seeker dApps for this. With SKR coming in January 2026, early users of Solana Mobile Seeker dApps have a clear advantage. DePIN dApps (Earn by Sharing Real-World […] The post Top 12 Solana Mobile Seeker dApps for Passive Income – Part 1 appeared first on Altcoin Buzz.

Solana Mobile Seeker dApps have changed how people make passive income. We will now move on to the remaining dApps that we didn’t include in Part 1. Let’s look into six more of these Solana Mobile Seeker dApps for passive income: 1) EnsoFi EnsoFi is a multi-chain DeFi platform that lets you lend, borrow, stake, […] The post Top 12 Solana Mobile Seeker dApps for Passive Income – Part 2 appeared first on Altcoin Buzz.

Bitcoin Hyper raises $29.5M for a Solana VM-based Bitcoin L2 aiming to speed BTC DeFi, gaming, and payments while settling back to Bitcoin.​ Bitcoin Hyper has raised $29.5 million in presale funding for a layer-2 solution designed to enable faster…

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Lucky Train has unveiled its web3 gaming platform on the TON blockchain, where a process similar to staking is presented as an exciting train journey. In Lucky Train, participation follows the metaThe post Lucky Train unveils web3 project built on the TON blockchain that uses a staking-like participation model appeared first on AMBCrypto.

The final weeks of 2025 have confirmed the fears of a looming crypto market winter, defined by a period of volatility and falling prices. As global crypto volatility peaked and major coin prices tThe post Nearly $1B in - What’s driving XRP’s unstoppable ETF streak? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Shiba Inu is not doing as bad as it may seem at first glance, even though the situation looks dire.

Ethereum tightens inside a rising channel as price presses a lower boundary. Ethereum trades near $2927.4 after a sharp pullback from the channel top. Volatility has expanded after a prior squeeze, and candles now test a key reaction zone. EMA clustering overhead adds pressure, forcing traders to watch for clean responses at defined levels. What […] The post ETH Price Faces EMA Pressure In Tight Consolidation appeared first on Altcoin Buzz.

BNB grinds lower as price presses a tight support shelf under falling averages. BNB trades near a compressed zone after repeated failures above clustered moving averages. The 100 EMA at $885.8 slopes down and caps rebounds. Bollinger Bands squeeze after a brief expansion, with the upper band near $912.7 and the lower band near $850.0. […] The post Four BNB Price Indicators Point To Cautious Outlook appeared first on Altcoin Buzz.

Monetary Authority of Singapore-licensed issuer StraitsX plans to expand its SGD- and USD-backed stablecoins to Solana, targeting AI-driven transactions.

Circle, the prominent issuer of USDC stablecoin, announced its arrangement to acquire Interop Labs, the developer of Axelar network, triggering controversy on social media regarding token and equity ownership implications that potentially impact tokenholders. Circle’s Acquisition of Interop Labs Raises Concerns About the Future of Axelar The Facts Circle, the issuer of USDC, is preparing […]

How many people ignore the viral crypto investments only to watch them explode later and wish for a redo? This is the reality many face, but a timely top 100x crypto presale opportunity is here today. The current crypto market has shown significant volatility over the last few months, a familiar pattern that often precedes [...] The post Viral Crypto News: Don’t Miss the Top 100x Crypto Presale of BlockchainFX After the Monumental Kaspa Price Run appeared first on Blockonomi.

The amount of Bitcoin in long-term holder wallets hit cyclical lows, but is this enough to help the bulls avoid a decline toward $68,000?

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TLDR Sui price fell 6.63% in the past 24 hours, continuing a weekly decline now exceeding 8% from earlier highs. The token showed multiple failed attempts to reclaim $1.50, dipping to intraday lows near $1.43 during the session. Trading volume rose by 9.14%, signaling strong market activity, though it failed to stop the bearish trend. [...] The post Sui Price Dips 6% After 4H 200MA Rejection: Is $1.80 Still in Play? appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitcoin breaks below key support, analysts eye $74K–$81K as bottom range before a 4–8 week rally. Market waits for macro data impact.

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The anticipated US crypto market structure bill, seen as a landmark piece of legislation following the GENIUS Act, is unlikely to pass this year as Senate Banking Committee Chair Tim Scott announced the postponement of a committee vote. Instead, discussions regarding the bill are expected to resume in early 2026. Pushing Crypto Bill Discussions To Next […]

Dogecoin founder's reaction to Bitcoin price crash comes with humor to lessen the impact.

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Victoria, Seychelles, December 16, 2025 – MEXC, the world’s fastest-growing digital asset exchange and a pioneer of true zero-fee trading, has successfully concluded its CHZ Frenzy campaign in collaboration with Chiliz. The month-long initiative, which ran from November 12 to December 11, 2025, attracted over 140,000 participants, reflecting growing interest in the Chiliz ecosystem and confidence in [...] The post MEXC’s CHZ Frenzy Campaign Concludes Successfully with Over 140,000 Participants appeared first on Blockonomi.

Despite broader caution that 2026 may usher in a bear market, Grayscale has made a contrarian bet - a new all-time high (ATH) for Bitcoin [BTC].  In its 2026 outlook, the asset manager projected tThe post Grayscale's Bitcoin price prediction: Will BTC hit a new ATH in 2026? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Gemini’s prediction markets go live nationwide in the US following federal approval, joining a fast-growing race among crypto firms to build “everything apps.”

Is ? In the volatile world of cryptocurrency, where Bitcoin prices swing wildly and market turbulence grabs headlines, a new specter looms: quantum computing. Recent crypto market dips have reminded investors that digital assets face more than just economic pressures—they […] The post Is Quantum Computing a Threat to Blockchain Security? appeared first on Blockmanity.

Ethereum price lost the key $3,000 psychological support as U.S. Ethereum ETFs recorded their third straight day of net outflows, as the broader market sentiment adopted a risk-averse sentiment. According to data from SoSoValue, the nine spot Ethereum ETFs recorded…

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A local media article alleges that Mauricio Novelli and Manuel Terrones Godoy, two crypto entrepreneurs, were present when Libra was launched, and that Milei was briefed on the launch’s status to prepare the post supporting it. New Report Claims President Milei Had Direct Involvement in Libra’s Launch The Facts Local media published a damning article […]

XRP wallets holding 1-100 million coins sold 1.18 billion XRP in just four weeks, and with the price of XRP stuck under $2, the big question is who absorbs that supply next.

Key Highlights: New prediction platform called Probable will be launched soon on BNB Chain. The project will be…

After receiving a 15-year sentence last week, Terraform Labs’ co-founder and former CEO, Do Kwon, could face another major sentence in a potential second trial if extradited to his home country, South Korea. Related Reading: Ex-Terra Insider Calls Do Kwon Case ‘Backwards’ In Explosive X Thread Terra’s Do Kwon May Face Second Trial On Monday, […]

Sberbank tests DeFi, tokenization and Ethereum-based products as rising client demand pushes Russia’s largest bank toward public blockchain integration. Sberbank, Russia’s largest bank, has confirmed it is testing multiple decentralized finance (DeFi) products as customer demand for crypto trading and…

TLDR The SEC has paused or dropped nearly 60% of crypto-related cases since President Trump returned to office in January 2025. High-profile lawsuits involving Ripple Labs and Binance have seen reduced enforcement activity during the current administration. The SEC stated its enforcement shift reflects legal and policy reviews, rejecting claims of political influence or favoritism. [...] The post SEC Pulls Back on Crypto Lawsuits Under Under Trump Administration appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR Japan’s expected rate hike could trigger rapid crypto and stock liquidations worldwide. Past BOJ hikes caused Bitcoin drops of 25–26% within weeks, showing market sensitivity. Short-term selling removes weak positions, helping markets form a base for recovery. Global easing and Japan’s stimulus may support a strong 2026 crypto market rebound. Bitcoin and the crypto [...] The post Is a December Liquidity Shock the Last Obstacle Before a 2026 Crypto Rally? appeared first on Blockonomi.

UK’s Financial Conduct Authority has kicked off a consultation on proposed crypto rules that would bring the industry under formal regulatory oversight by 2027. According to a Financial Times report, the FCA unveiled three consultation papers on Tuesday with the…

On the 16th of December, Bitcoin [BTC] dropped 4.5%, falling to $85.7k in the early hours of trading. At press time, the Asian equities moved lower, with the Nikkei 225 falling 784 points, or 1.56%The post Bitcoin slides 4.5% as Asia session weakness amplifies $652M liquidations appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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The crypto market fell below $3 trillion after bitcoin dropped to $85,140, triggering broad altcoin losses, with XRP among the worst hit as it slid to $1.85 and erased nearly all gains since April. XRP’s Price Woes and Liquidation Spike The crypto economy saw its total market capitalization drop below $3 trillion late on Dec. […]

TLDR SBI Holdings and Startale Group will launch a yen-pegged stablecoin by Q2 2026 for institutional use and global settlement. The stablecoin will be issued by Shinsei Trust & Banking and circulated through SBI VC Trade under Japan’s regulatory framework. Yoshitaka Kitao confirmed the initiative aligns with the shift toward a token economy combining blockchain [...] The post SBI Holdings and Startale to Launch Regulated Yen Stablecoin by Q2 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitcoin price approached the $85,000 support level earlier today amid increased liquidations ahead of the release of U.S. jobs data later today. According to data from crypto.news, Bitcoin (BTC) fell sharply from over $89,000 yesterday to a low of $85,427…

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Past record spikes in Bitcoin accumulation preceded major rallies, including a 900% surge in 2012 and a 350% rise in 2011.

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Ripple, the issuer of the fast-growing RLUSD stablecoin, has recently announced an ambitious multichain strategy aimed at enhancing its presence in the crypto space.  This initiative will see RLUSD integrated into Layer-2 (L2) solutions on the Ethereum (ETH) blockchain, facilitated by a partnership with Wormhole, one of the largest protocols for cross-chain interoperability. Ripple Targets […]

Institutions love their Bitcoin! Large holders now control a huge share of supply, U.S. banks are rolling out more Bitcoin-linked products, and demand hasn’t disappeared. Yet prices hThe post 30% of Bitcoin is locked up by big players - So why is BTC's price falling? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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