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Bitcoin price movements are often driven by futures market leverage rather than actual buying and selling of Bitcoin itself. Open Interest, which tracks the total number of outstanding futures contracts, is a key indicator. When Bitcoin's price drops while Open Interest also decreases, it means futures positions are being closed, suggesting the price decrease is due to futures liquidations and not genuine selling pressure. Conversely, if Bitcoin's price rises while Open Interest increases, it indicates that the rally is fueled by leveraged positions, making it more prone to sudden reversals. Monitoring Open Interest alongside price helps determine if market volatility stems from leveraged trading or real investor demand, providing a clearer picture of the market's underlying strength.

Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a penny crypto, is currently in its presale Phase 6 at $0.035 per token, with 95% of the allocated 170 million tokens already sold. The presale has raised approximately $19.20 million across all phases and attracted over 18,400 holders. The next phase will see a price increase to $0.040 per token. Mutuum Finance is developing an on-chain lending and borrowing protocol with two models: Peer-to-Contract (P2C) and Peer-to-Peer (P2P). Version 1 of the protocol is expected to launch on the Sepolia Testnet in Q4 2025. Halborn Security is conducting an independent audit of the codebase, and CertiK has already performed audits resulting in a TokenScan score of 90.00 and a CertiK Skynet score of 79.00. Mutuum Finance plans to introduce a stablecoin managed through borrowing rates to maintain a $1 price, supported by overcollateralization and liquidation mechanisms. The protocol will integrate Chainlink feeds for pricing. An analyst suggests the token could see significant gains after exchange listings, estimating a potential 36x increase from the listing price over 6-12 months. Phase 6 is presented as a final opportunity to buy at the current price of $0.035.

Chainlink (LINK) has broken out of a falling wedge pattern, suggesting a potential price increase. The price is currently around $13.63 and is approaching its 50-day moving average. If the bullish trend continues, the next target price is around $20, representing a 45% increase. However, a drop below $11.56 would invalidate this bullish outlook. Grayscale's LINK ETF is experiencing consistent inflows, holding over $70.6 million in assets. Notably, the amount of LINK held on exchanges has decreased significantly, indicating accumulation by large investors. One whale acquired over 2.18 million LINK from Binance and Kraken. Chainlink's Strategic LINK Reserves have grown to 1 million tokens, funded by network fees and used to purchase LINK. Despite these positive signals, short-term indicators are mixed, with retail traders taking profits. If whale accumulation persists, LINK could potentially break above $14 and target higher price levels.

Ethereum's supply on exchanges has dropped to levels not seen since 2015, with only 8.7% of the total supply currently available for trading. This decrease is due to more ETH being locked in staking, layer-2 solutions, and long-term storage. The shrinking supply could amplify the impact of any future increase in demand, potentially leading to a significant price rally. Tom Lee from Fundstrat suggests Ethereum is undervalued at around $3,000 and could see substantial gains if the BTC/ETH ratio improves. Institutions like BlackRock and JPMorgan are also increasing their activity on Ethereum networks, further contributing to the restricted supply.

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has proposed a new on-chain market for gas futures to help users manage transaction costs. The idea is to create a trustless system where participants can buy or sell commitments tied to future gas prices, allowing them to lock in costs and plan ahead, even when current gas prices are low. The average Ethereum gas price is currently around 0.468 Gwei, or roughly three cents, due to increased activity on Layer 2 networks. This market aims to provide a clear signal of market expectations and allow users to prepay for block space, hedging against potential future spikes in gas fees. Industry experts view this as a potentially important component of Ethereum's long-term infrastructure, enabling transparent pricing and a shared reference point for future network conditions. However, concerns have been raised about potential manipulation by validators, though alternative market structures may address these issues.

A recent report highlights the struggles of companies holding large Bitcoin reserves as their stock values have fallen sharply. These companies, which previously benefited from high stock prices that allowed them to raise capital and buy more Bitcoin, are now facing difficulties. The value of their stock relative to their Bitcoin holdings has dropped significantly, making it harder to issue new shares and potentially forcing them to sell some of their Bitcoin to cover expenses. One company, Strategy (MSTR), saw its market capitalization drop below the value of its Bitcoin assets. Metaplanet and Kindly MD have also experienced significant losses. The report suggests that these companies face three potential outcomes: continued low stock values, consolidation through acquisitions, or a rebound if Bitcoin reaches new all-time highs. The success of these companies now depends on their past decisions regarding stock issuance and timing of Bitcoin purchases.

Dogecoin celebrated its 12th anniversary since its launch on December 6, 2013. Founders Billy Markus and Jackson Palmer marked the occasion on X, reflecting on the memecoin's journey. Created as a lighthearted alternative to more serious cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Dogecoin quickly gained popularity, especially as a tipping currency on Reddit. It experienced a significant surge in 2021, driven by endorsements from Elon Musk, reaching a high of $0.7316. Currently, Dogecoin holds the tenth position on CoinGecko with a market capitalization of $22.47 billion and a trading price of $0.1393, with $596 million in trading volume over the last 24 hours. The coin was originally created because the founders thought the crypto space was too serious and not fun.

A recent analysis focuses on the Coinbase Premium Index, which compares Bitcoin prices on Coinbase (for US Dollar transactions) to other major exchanges. The index recently dropped, suggesting increased selling by US investors and contributing to Bitcoin's price decline. Historically, December often sees lower readings due to year-end financial adjustments. While past deep negative dips in the index correlated with market stress (like in 2018 and 2022), this year saw a quick rebound back into positive territory after the initial drop. This quick reversal could indicate that the bearish pressure may be ending and Bitcoin's price might be close to stabilizing or even recovering soon. However, the future Bitcoin price action will depend on capital flow from the US, derivatives positions, and trends in the premium. Currently, Bitcoin is valued at $89,321.

Grayscale has filed with U.S. regulators for a Grayscale Sui Trust, aiming to provide investors with exposure to the Sui (SUI) cryptocurrency without requiring direct ownership. This follows the launch of a 2x leveraged SUI ETF by 21Shares and a spot SUI product filing by Canary Funds, indicating growing institutional interest in SUI investment vehicles. Currently, Sui is trading around $1.52 with a market cap of approximately $5.76 billion. Analyst Crypto Patel identifies $1.18 as a crucial support level, suggesting that holding this level could lead to a rally towards a potential $10 target.

Glassnode reports that the Bitcoin market is showing on-chain stress levels similar to those seen in early 2022. This suggests that there is notable pressure within the Bitcoin network itself. The report highlights potential challenges and strains currently impacting the Bitcoin market's infrastructure.

Dogecoin network activity has reached its highest level in three months, indicating increased usage or transactions involving the cryptocurrency. Despite this surge in activity, the price of Dogecoin has not shown a corresponding increase and continues to trade within a limited price range. This suggests that while more people are using Dogecoin, there isn't enough buying pressure to significantly drive up its value.

XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have quickly accumulated over $1 billion in assets within roughly two weeks of launching. Five issuers, including Bitwise and Franklin Templeton, are managing these funds, holding approximately 473 million XRP tokens. Despite this rapid growth, awareness among everyday investors remains limited. An expert, Nischal Shetty, believes that expecting XRP to reach double-digit prices solely based on ETF demand is unrealistic. Shetty argues that current ETF inflows are likely from short-term traders, while larger institutional investors seek real-world utility, high trading volumes, and clear regulations before investing significantly. He emphasizes that ETFs improve access to XRP but don't replace the fundamental need for its real-world use in settlements and payments to drive long-term value.

Investor sentiment towards XRP has reached a point of extreme fear. The TD Sequential indicator, used to identify potential price reversals, is showing early signs that the downtrend in XRP's price may be nearing its end, suggesting a possible upcoming reversal.

An ETF analyst, Eric Balchunas, is disputing comparisons between Bitcoin and the 17th-century Tulip Bubble, as Bitcoin's price nears $89,000. Balchunas argues that Bitcoin's nearly 17-year history, resilience, and repeated recoveries from significant market downturns, including six to seven major sell-offs, distinguish it from the short-lived tulip mania. He highlights Bitcoin's continued growth, noting a roughly 250% increase over the past three years and a 122% increase in the last year, despite facing regulatory pressures and market challenges. The Tulip Bubble, in contrast, experienced a rapid price surge followed by a 90% crash within weeks. While some, like investor Michael Burry and JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon, have likened Bitcoin to the tulip bubble, Balchunas contends that Bitcoin's longevity and ability to rebound set it apart, even though neither asset produces anything tangible. Garry Krug, from Aifinyo, supports Balchunas, saying that bubbles cannot survive numerous ups and downs, regulatory issues, global challenges, halving events, and exchange problems, yet still attain a new all-time high.

Solana and Base, two rapidly growing blockchain networks with a combined $18 billion in locked value, are in a dispute over Base's new bidirectional bridge. Solana's co-founder criticized the bridge, calling it a tactic for value capture rather than a neutral tool for shared liquidity. He argues that Base is trying to attract Solana developers and their transaction fees, and suggested that Solana developers should have their apps executed on Solana instead, for the benefit of Solana's economic activity. Solana executives also accused Base of launching the bridge without proper collaboration and with potentially hostile intentions. Base defended the bridge, stating it was built to satisfy developer demand on both networks and allows assets to flow freely. Some observers see Base's actions as a way to extract developer interest before focusing on its own ecosystem, similar to their earlier strategy with Ethereum.

In November 2025, key indicators of activity in the cryptocurrency space declined, according to data from Presto Research. These indicators include the number of active users, the total value locked in various crypto projects, protocol fees, and trading volumes on decentralized exchanges. While Tron, BNB Chain, and Solana maintained their lead in active users, the overall dollar value of assets locked in these networks decreased. Some DeFi platforms like Sui, Sonic, and Avalanche experienced significant drops in their total value locked. Despite the general downturn, stablecoin balances on Ethereum increased, and Ethereum led in attracting bridged capital. However, major networks like Solana, Ethereum, and Base saw the biggest drop in fees, and DEX platforms like Uniswap and Curve experienced substantial volume declines. Analysts linked a Bitcoin rebound during the month to futures buying following Vanguard's approval of spot crypto ETFs. Overall, while institutional interest in crypto is rising, retail and DeFi participation seems to be lagging.

Bitcoin's price is potentially rebounding due to expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates. Traders are predicting a high probability of a rate cut at the upcoming FOMC meeting. Analysts suggest that Bitcoin might experience short-term price drops before a significant rally, possibly reaching $100,000 in the coming weeks. Technical analysis indicates Bitcoin has broken out of a downtrend, with potential targets around $108,000 and $116,000 if it surpasses the $94,600 resistance level. A new presale project called Maxi Doge is also gaining attention amid this potential market upswing, having already raised over $4.2 million.

French banking group BPCE will soon allow its retail customers to trade cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana directly within their Banque Populaire and Caisse d'Epargne mobile apps. The initial rollout will reach around two million customers across four regional banks starting Monday, with plans to expand to all 12 million customers by 2026. This move positions BPCE as one of the first major traditional European banks to offer crypto services. Crypto trading will be managed through Hexard, a BPCE crypto subsidiary, and users will face a $3.48 monthly fee plus a 1.5% commission per trade (minimum $1.16). This development occurs amid increasing competition between traditional banks and crypto-friendly fintech companies in Europe, as well as similar integrations by other European banks like BBVA and Santander. Meanwhile, France is considering taxing crypto as unproductive wealth for holdings exceeding $2.3 million, potentially requiring holders to sell assets to pay the 1% tax.

Dogecoin's price fell to around $0.13, its lowest this year, even though network activity increased and spot DOGE ETFs from Grayscale and Bitwise were launched in the U.S. The price briefly rose about 11% after the drop. However, the price is still under pressure, and traders are having trouble defending key price levels. Trading volume for Dogecoin surged above average during the decline. ETF inflows into Grayscale's GDOG and Bitwise's BWOW have slowed to $0 per day with total combined assets near $6.92 million. For comparison, Solana ETFs hold $910 million, and XRP ETFs hold $881.25 million in net assets.

Pudgy Penguins (PENGU) is currently trading around $0.01140, showing a 5.73% increase in the last 24 hours. It's testing a critical support level between $0.0100 and $0.0110, which has historically triggered rallies. Bulls are trying to defend this level, while bears are pushing for a further decline. A break below this support could send PENGU towards $0.0090-$0.0080. If the support holds, the next resistance levels to watch are $0.0125 and $0.0135. A successful break above these resistance levels could signal a potential upward trend. One analyst projects a possible rise to $0.40+ in 2026, but this is contingent on maintaining the current support, breaking through resistance, and favorable broader market conditions. The cryptocurrency is currently in a tight range, and the next move will likely determine its short-term direction.

Hyperliquid's HYPE token is currently trading around $30.91, attempting to stabilize after a volatile period. Analysts are closely watching the $29-$30 support level, as a break below this could lead to a significant price drop, potentially down to $16. Some analysts see a rounding-top formation suggesting downward pressure. Conversely, others believe that holding above this weekly support could trigger a rebound towards $38-$40. Long-term projections, spanning 12-16 months, suggest potential targets of $35, $41, $48, and $59 if HYPE can regain momentum. A large whale position with over $45 million in long exposure reflects confidence in HYPE's medium-term prospects, supported by Hyperliquid's growing decentralized exchange activity. The near-term direction of HYPE hinges on its ability to hold the $29-$30 support level, determining whether it will rebound or decline further.

Solana's price has experienced a slight decline, despite positive investment flows into US Spot Solana ETFs. The price is fluctuating between $125 and $145, currently around $133 after dipping to $135. Despite the price dip, institutions continue investing, with the US Spot Solana ETF recording $638 million in net inflows since launch. However, analysts are warning of potential price declines, with one suggesting a possible drop to $124 if Solana fails to hold above $134. Another analyst believes the price may have topped out, potentially retesting the $89-90 range. Derivatives data indicates decreasing risk appetite among traders, with open interest down 2.5% to $7.10 billion. The price has seen weekly and monthly losses of 3.45% and 15.9% respectively. Despite this, the Solana ETF saw a weekly inflow of $19.2 million, peaking at $45.7 million on December 2.

Bitcoin's trading volume significantly decreased in November, with Binance, the largest exchange, seeing a 21% drop in spot trading. This decline was mirrored across other major exchanges like ByBit, Gate.io, and OKX. This drop in trading volume is attributed to Bitcoin's price struggles, which saw a 17.5% decrease during the same period. There's concern that continued low trading volume could lead to further price declines due to weaker demand and vulnerability to price swings. The article also highlights a trend of decreasing peaks in spot trading volume over recent months. The ratio of spot to futures trading volume shows that futures trading is now dominant, indicating less interest in directly buying Bitcoin and more speculation on its future price. Currently, Bitcoin is trading around $89,300, with a slight loss in the last 24 hours.

An Indian engineer lost $130,000 to crypto scammers after being added to a WhatsApp group promising high investment returns. The scammers directed him to a fake crypto trading app where he deposited funds, even withdrawing a small amount initially to build trust. He later deposited larger sums for IPO subscriptions and share buybacks. When he tried to withdraw his balance, the scammers demanded a 20% commission and then froze his account. Indian police report a rise in crypto-related scams, including another case where an AI scientist lost money after being introduced to a fraudulent investment platform through a dating website. The police are urging people to be cautious, seek financial advice, and report suspected scams immediately.

Bitcoin's liveliness indicator, which measures how actively older Bitcoins are being spent compared to being held, is increasing. This rise suggests renewed demand and potential for further growth in the current market cycle, as it indicates long-term holders are moving their coins. Some analysts point out that a significant rotation of capital is occurring in Bitcoin, with on-chain flows reaching billions of dollars, a scale larger than what was observed in the 2017 bull run. Despite this on-chain strength, Bitcoin's price is relatively stable, fluctuating around $89,500. Analysts suggest that if Bitcoin breaks above $92,000, it could trigger a further price increase, while a failure to do so could lead to a drop toward the low $80,000s. There are indications of seller exhaustion in the market, potentially leading to a stabilization phase and a price rebound.

Cardano is planning a significant upgrade to its system called Protocol Version 11 through an intra-era hard fork. This means the update will happen within the current operational phase, minimizing disruption for users. The upgrade aims to improve security, enhance the capabilities of Plutus smart contracts, and refine on-chain governance. Key improvements include ensuring Plutus compatibility across different versions (V1-V3), introducing new array and multi-asset support, speeding up list operations, and boosting performance through optimized UPLC case expressions. On the ledger level, the update will enforce unique VRF keys, correct Plutus rule inconsistencies, and integrate governance voting logic directly into the ledger, enhancing its security and verifiability. The proposal is currently under public review, with community feedback shaping its final adjustments before it is implemented on the main network.

The amount of Ether held on cryptocurrency exchanges has fallen to a record low, representing only 8.7% of the total Ether supply. This is a 43% decrease since July. The decline is attributed to more Ether being used for staking, activity on layer-2 networks, digital asset treasury (DAT) purchases, and long-term holding. Some analysts interpret this shrinking supply on exchanges as a sign of hidden buying strength, potentially leading to a price increase. Ether has been holding above $3,000 but faces resistance around $3,200. BitMine Immersion Technologies, a large holder of Ether, recently purchased an additional $199 million worth, bringing their total holdings to approximately 3.08% of the total Ether supply, valued at $11.3 billion.

Following a $30.1 million hack at the Upbit crypto exchange, South Korea is planning to regulate crypto exchanges more like banks. The Financial Services Commission is considering rules that would require exchanges to compensate users for losses from hacks or system failures, regardless of fault. This shift is due to increasing system failures across major Korean exchanges, with Upbit experiencing six incidents alone. New laws are expected to include stronger IT security requirements, higher system standards, and larger fines, potentially up to 3% of annual revenue for hacking incidents. The Financial Intelligence Unit is also tightening anti-money laundering enforcement, including sanctions against exchanges for not complying with KYC and suspicious transaction reporting, and expanding the crypto travel rule to smaller transactions. These regulatory changes are expected to be implemented by the first half of 2026.

The market for euro-backed stablecoins has doubled to $680 million since the EU's MiCA regulations were implemented in June 2024. This growth reverses a previous decline and surpasses the overall stablecoin market's growth rate. Key players like EURS, EURC, and EURCV have experienced significant expansion, with EURS growing by 644%. Transaction volumes for euro stablecoins have also surged, increasing nearly ninefold to $3.83 billion per month. Public interest in euro stablecoins is rising across the EU, indicated by increased search activity. However, the euro stablecoin market remains small compared to the US dollar stablecoin market. Ten European banks are developing a euro stablecoin under the Dutch Central Bank oversight, with targeted regulatory approval in late 2026. Poland remains the only EU member without MiCA-style crypto regulations after its president vetoed a relevant bill, citing concerns about overreach and civil liberties.

Over 100 publicly traded companies adopted a strategy similar to Michael Saylor's, using corporate funds to invest heavily in cryptocurrencies, particularly Bitcoin and Ethereum, starting in early 2025. These companies borrowed heavily to purchase digital assets. Initially, their stock prices surged, but recently, this strategy has backfired. The median stock price for these digital asset treasury companies has fallen 43% this year, even as the broader market, like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, has increased. The core issue is that these companies used debt to buy cryptocurrencies, which don't generate regular income, leading to difficulty in meeting interest and dividend obligations. One company, Alt5 Sigma, backed by two Trump sons, has crashed more than 85% from its June peak. Strategy Inc., initially a leader in this approach, has seen its stock drop 60% from July highs. Strategy Inc.'s CEO hinted that the company would sell Bitcoin if needed to fund dividend payments, which is a change from their previous stance and created concerns that selling pressure could cause more price drops. Strategy Inc.'s monthly Bitcoin accumulation has decreased significantly, and market participants are worried about potential margin calls. The company has a $1.4 billion reserve fund, but the company is still on track for a 38% decline this year.

Pakistan is reinforcing its dedication to regulating the cryptocurrency sector. A high-level meeting, including Binance's Global CEO Richard Teng and Pakistani officials like Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, focused on building transparent rules for digital assets. The Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) is leading this effort, aiming to balance innovation with investor protection. Pakistan is exploring digital finance by creating its own stablecoin and is considering Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs). Pakistan ranks third globally in crypto adoption, according to Chainalysis, and holds high positions in retail crypto transactions and centralized exchange activity. The country aims to structure regulations to manage this momentum, acknowledging that about 20 to 40 million Pakistanis may hold crypto. Authorities warn about scams, volatility, and the need for more public awareness about digital assets, emphasizing the importance of balancing regulation with market stability.

Pi Network has integrated new AI technology into its KYC (Know Your Customer) verification process to speed up Mainnet migration. This upgrade aims to reduce the need for human review by about 50%, potentially allowing more users to qualify for Mainnet sooner. This update comes before a planned token unlock in December, where approximately 190 million tokens, valued at about $43 million at current prices, are expected to be released. The AI integration could also expand the Pi Network's utility by providing identity verification services for other applications. Validator rewards are now expected to be released by the end of Q1 2026, due to a review of older data. Currently, 17.5 million users have completed KYC, with 15.7 million already migrated to Mainnet, but 3 million users still need to complete remaining verification steps. Pi Network has also been added to the European Union's MiCA framework and has partnered with CiDi Games to integrate Pi into Web3 gaming.

Solana is currently trading around $133, facing a critical support level at $130. Despite Solana ETFs seeing significant inflows, particularly from Bitwise which added $12.18 million and holds $593 million in historical inflows, the price hasn't reacted positively. The token remains below key moving averages, indicating a bearish trend. Analysts suggest that a break above $146.80 could lead to bullish momentum, while a drop below $130 could result in a further decline towards $120. Franklin Templeton launched a Solana ETF, and Revolut integrated native Solana support. The 21Shares SOL ETF saw its first net outflow. Traders anticipate Solana to remain within a $120 to $142 range in the short term.

Following a recent hack of the Upbit cryptocurrency exchange where approximately $30.1 million in Solana-based tokens were stolen, the South Korean government is planning to impose stricter regulations on crypto exchanges. The government aims to hold exchanges liable for losses due to hacks and system failures, regardless of fault, similar to rules applied to traditional financial institutions. This move is driven by a lack of existing regulatory oversight and a desire to improve consumer protection. Data shows that the five major Korean crypto exchanges experienced 20 system failures between 2023 and September 2025, affecting over 900 users and resulting in about 5 billion won in losses. New draft regulations will include stronger security requirements, increased penalties, and higher standards for IT infrastructure and personnel. Lawmakers are considering fines of up to 3% of annual revenues for hacking incidents, a significant increase from the current maximum fine of 5 billion won. The Upbit hack also raised concerns about delayed reporting, as the exchange waited almost six hours before notifying authorities, which has prompted further investigation.

Ripple moved 250 million XRP tokens to an unknown wallet, reducing the available supply. Exchange reserves of XRP have also decreased by 2.51%, suggesting less selling pressure. XRP's price chart shows a potential double bottom pattern around $1.99, with a possible breakout towards $2.50 if it exceeds $2.2443. Buyers are showing increased aggression, and funding rates have risen significantly, indicating bullish momentum. However, high leverage could also increase volatility and the risk of liquidations.

Bitcoin's price has been struggling below $90,000. An on-chain metric called Spent Output Profit Ratio (SOPR), which measures if Bitcoin holders are selling at a profit or loss, has dropped to its lowest level since early 2024, reaching 1.35. This suggests that the market has undergone a profitability reset. According to CryptoOnchain, long-term holders' selling pressure is decreasing, potentially signaling a local bottom for Bitcoin's price. A price rebound could lead to another upward rally. Currently, Bitcoin is around $89,500, showing little change in the last 24 hours but down nearly 2% over the past week. Bitcoin is down approximately 5% year-to-date and 30% from its all-time high.

Bitcoin's performance in 2025 has been mixed, with highs earlier in the year followed by struggles in recent months. An on-chain data expert suggests Bitcoin may not experience any more negative price days for the remainder of 2025. This prediction is based on the Yearly Accumulated Negative Days metric, which tracks the number of days a digital asset closes with a price decrease. Bitcoin has already exceeded its typical number of negative days for the year, suggesting selling pressure may decrease. While a deeper price correction could occur, it's more likely to happen in 2026 than in the remaining weeks of 2025, which are expected to see a period of price consolidation. Currently, the price of Bitcoin is around $89,397.

Prediction markets are indicating a higher likelihood of Kevin Hassett becoming the next Federal Reserve chair, correlating with expectations of lower future inflation. Polymarket odds show Hassett as the frontrunner, moving from 30% to 73% in the past week. Treasury markets reacted to this news, with the 10-year yield increasing by 14 basis points following reports of Hassett being a top contender. Despite Hassett's history of advocating for lower borrowing costs, the market is seemingly pricing in a potential return of inflation if rate cuts are implemented too quickly. Consequently, the U.S. Dollar Index decreased from 99 to 98, even as Treasury yields rose. Investors are interpreting Hassett's potential appointment as a signal that inflation may remain above the Federal Reserve's target for an extended period, acknowledging, however, that any Fed chair needs agreement from other Federal Open Market Committee members to make policy changes.

A member of the XRP community speculated that the price of XRP could reach $10 by the end of the year, but ChatGPT assessed this prediction as highly improbable in such a short timeframe, citing the need for a near 400% surge in just over three weeks. ChatGPT noted that even reaching this price would make XRP's market capitalization higher than ETH and rival some of the world's largest companies. While XRP's ETF inflows have been positive, they are considered modest, and the token's price is still down more than 40% from its mid-July high of $3.65. Although a $10 target this year is unlikely, ChatGPT sees the possibility of XRP reaching $10 in the long term, particularly with potential spot XRP ETF inflows from major firms like BlackRock and Fidelity, as well as expanded real-world utility, highlighting that XRP tends to perform better in later stages of bull markets. However, the AI chatbot concludes that reaching $10 within the next 12 months is still seen as very difficult.

MrBeast, the popular YouTuber, plans to launch MrBeast Financial, a mobile app that combines banking, crypto trading, and investment services. The platform will offer crypto exchanges, short-term loans, investment management, and financial education. It aims to compete with Robinhood and Coinbase by attracting Gen Z users. MrBeast's existing crypto activities include NFT trading and token investments, with reported profits of over $23 million. The app's operational side will be managed by Hallie Jackson Now, focusing on mobile banking, cash advances, insurance, and crypto payments through partnerships. The platform intends to integrate crypto exchange and DEX features, targeting a portion of MrBeast's audience for crypto trading. Regulatory filings emphasize compliance and financial wellness education for underserved Gen Z users. The app aims to capture market share from Robinhood, which saw $15 billion in crypto volumes in Q3 2025, and Coinbase, which processed $145 billion in trades during the same period.

XRP showed unusual market behavior with its trading volume increasing by 7.45% even as its price decreased by over 5%. This contrasted with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana, which experienced declines in both price and volume. This divergence suggests that large investors, often referred to as whales, may be buying XRP during the price dip. XRP's daily trading volume reached $5.57 billion, ranking it fourth overall, surpassing DOGE and BNB. The rise in volume amid a price decrease is typically seen as a sign of accumulation by larger investors. New spot XRP ETFs have also been launched, attracting institutional and retail interest. Continued inflows and volume divergence could indicate a stronger recovery for XRP.

Ethereum has activated its Fusaka hard fork, a significant upgrade for 2025 which merges the Fulu and Osaka layers and introduces PeerDAS, potentially increasing data throughput by up to 8 times. This upgrade aims to improve scalability, reduce fees, and enhance user experience through features like R1 curve support and pre-confirmations. Simultaneously, BitMine invested an additional $150 million in ETH, aiming to control 5% of Ethereum's circulating supply, signaling strong institutional belief in ETH's long-term value. Following a price bounce from approximately $2,630, ETH is currently testing the $3,050-$3,150 range. Maintaining this level could lead to a rise towards $3,650-$3,700, while failure could result in a drop back to $2,630 or even $2,400.

The UK has legally recognized crypto assets as a distinct form of property, creating a third category alongside physical goods and legal claims. This new law resolves previous uncertainties where crypto was treated as fitting into existing categories, improving legal clarity for ownership, collateralization, and insolvency cases. The change means clearer processes for freezing, tracing, and recovering stolen crypto, as well as better protection for users if a crypto exchange fails. This legal clarity will also support the development of stablecoin regulations and secured lending practices in the UK, which has implications for anyone holding crypto on a UK-regulated exchange, using crypto as collateral, or interacting with lending markets. The law applies to England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, and positions the UK as a leading jurisdiction with clear digital property rights.

Western Union is developing a strategy involving stablecoins to enhance its digital services and international money transfers. A key element is the planned launch of a stablecoin card aimed at countries experiencing significant inflation. This card is intended to protect the value of funds for recipients in those nations, citing Argentina as an example where high inflation diminishes the value of remittances. Western Union also intends to launch its own stablecoin, preferring to manage its usage and distribution directly. Furthermore, the company is working to create a digital asset network by partnering with service providers to offer cryptocurrency on-ramp and off-ramp services beginning in the first half of 2026 through their existing agent network.

Michael Saylor stated that major U.S. banks have rapidly embraced Bitcoin within the last year, a shift that was expected to take much longer. Banks such as BNY Mellon, PNC, Citi, JPMorgan, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, and Vanguard are now offering Bitcoin custody and credit services. Eight of the top ten U.S. banks have begun crypto lending in the past six months alone. This change is attributed to regulatory reforms and the increasing recognition of Bitcoin as a Tier 1 asset. Crypto lending volumes have surged, with banks capturing a significant share from DeFi protocols. JPMorgan launched a $10 billion BTC-backed credit facility, and PNC has originated $2.5 billion in loans. BlackRock's IBIT ETF AUM has significantly increased, and derivatives notional has surged. Saylor argues that Bitcoin's price is now driven by institutional investors and macro factors rather than retail cycles and halving events.

Bitcoin's price dropped below $90,000 due to significant liquidations of leveraged long positions, totaling over $200 million, after failing to break through resistance between $92,000 and $94,000. This decline increased market volatility and fear. Support for Bitcoin is expected around $89,200, with stronger support near $88,000; a break below this level could lead to further price decreases. Other cryptocurrencies also experienced pullbacks. An analyst points out that Bitcoin has struggled to recover from a previous flash crash and that strong selling pressure persists. This leads to speculation that larger entities might be manipulating price and triggering liquidations. The analyst is optimistic of a potential market rebound in the first half of 2026.

A major outage at a CyrusOne data center caused a shutdown of CME Group's trading systems for over 10 hours on November 28th. The disruption was triggered by human error during maintenance involving cooling systems at the Aurora, Illinois facility. A technician failed to follow proper procedures, leading to overheating of servers that host CME's Globex trading platform. The automatic safety systems shut down the equipment to prevent damage which brought trading of futures, options, and related products on commodities, currencies, and U.S. Treasuries to a standstill. The outage impacted traders globally, disrupting access to live prices and the ability to manage positions. CME has implemented more stringent cold-weather procedures. The incident raises concerns about CME's reliance on a third-party data center since it sold the facility in 2016, as well as its decision not to use its backup location.

The digital asset exchange OSL Hong Kong has officially listed XRP, Ripple's cryptocurrency, on its platform. This listing allows professional investors in Hong Kong to deposit, withdraw, and trade XRP in three currency pairs: XRP/HKD, XRP/USD, and XRP/USDT. This offering is currently restricted to professional investors, adhering to local regulations. Meanwhile, XRP's price is currently around $2.05 and experiencing downward pressure amidst a generally weak crypto market. Support levels for XRP are near $2, with deeper support around $1.90-$1.95. Resistance levels are observed at $2.20-$2.50, and the token's price movement is mirroring Bitcoin's trends, currently remaining within a limited range.

The article addresses concerns about a potential negative impact on Bitcoin due to a possible interest rate hike in Japan. It suggests that fears of a broad unwinding of the Yen carry trade, which involves borrowing Yen at low interest rates to invest in higher-yielding assets like Bitcoin, may be overblown. The article implies the real risk to Bitcoin from Japanese monetary policy changes may lie in areas other than the Yen carry trade, without specifying those areas.

The cryptocurrency market is potentially set to benefit from several positive economic factors, including anticipated Federal Reserve interest rate cuts and the end of quantitative tightening. A significant surge in technology capital expenditures, exceeding $700 billion annually, particularly in the AI sector, is also expected to boost liquidity. Regulatory shifts, such as possible SEC deregulation and a potentially crypto-friendly Federal Reserve Chair appointed by President Trump, could create a more favorable policy environment. Strong earnings growth in the S&P 500 and ongoing fiscal stimulus are fostering a 'risk-on' sentiment, potentially leading to increased investment in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other digital assets. Institutional investment in crypto is growing, with substantial inflows into Bitcoin and Ether ETFs. Blockchains may also support AI innovation, further converging the two sectors.

BitMine, a company that holds a large amount of Ethereum, recently bought an additional $199 million worth of the cryptocurrency in two separate transactions. These purchases, made on December 5th and 6th, add to BitMine's already substantial holdings, now totaling around $11.3 billion, representing about 3.08% of all Ethereum in circulation. This move comes as other companies involved in digital asset treasuries are slowing down their buying activity. BitMine has announced plans to distribute dividends to shareholders, and has nearly $900 million in cash reserves. This purchase contrasts with the actions of other large Ethereum holders, called whales, who have been selling off some of their Ethereum, suggesting a different outlook on the cryptocurrency's future value.

Grayscale has filed paperwork with the SEC to create a new ETF that tracks the performance of the SUI cryptocurrency. This move follows the recent launch of the first SUI-focused ETF by 21Shares on Nasdaq, creating competition in the market. Grayscale's proposed SUI ETF aims to provide investors with a regulated and straightforward way to invest in SUI without needing to directly manage the digital asset. In related news, Grayscale recently launched a Chainlink ETF and is seeking to convert its Zcash Trust into a spot Zcash ETF, expanding its range of crypto investment products. SUI's price is currently hovering around a critical support level of $1.18; maintaining this level could prevent further price declines, while a drop below it might signal further weakness.

Bitcoin is experiencing heavy selling pressure, with losses significantly outweighing gains. Recent on-chain data shows that $1.705 billion in Bitcoin losses have been realized compared to only $605 million in realized gains. This imbalance indicates that for every dollar made in profit, almost three dollars are being lost. Analysts are pointing to potential support levels at $71,450 and $58,940, which represent the realized prices for investors who have held Bitcoin for specific periods. A potential bullish reversal could happen around the $80,000 and $74,000 price zones. Currently, Bitcoin is trading around $89,331, showing no significant movement in the last 24 hours.

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warned that Europe's economic weakness poses a direct risk to US economic stability. He stated that sluggish growth, burdensome regulation, and sluggish productivity in Europe represent a systemic risk for transatlantic and global prosperity. Dimon highlighted concerns about Europe's approach, which he believes pushes businesses away, chases off investment, and stifles innovation. He urged the continent to work on its agreements within the European Union (EU) since this challenge poses a risk to Europe and the US. Dimon also commented on the US reliance on unreliable sources for key minerals, products, and manufacturing and mentioned JPMorgan's plan to invest $1.5 trillion over the next decade to bolster US economic security, with $10 billion allocated to help firms expand and innovate. He also supported efforts to reduce bureaucracy in government while maintaining safety measures.

XRP is positioning itself as a key tool for large financial institutions handling trillions of dollars. Ripple's expanding network, including the acquisition of GTreasury, gives it access to systems that manage $12.5 trillion in enterprise liquidity. This allows XRP to facilitate fast, 24/7 cross-border transactions for things like payroll and supply chain financing. The Federal Reserve has stopped its Quantitative Tightening, which should improve liquidity for crypto. Vanguard, a major asset manager with $11 trillion in assets, will now allow clients access to crypto ETFs, potentially bringing more money into the crypto market. Despite a general downturn in the crypto market, XRP is one of the few major cryptocurrencies showing positive gains this year, with a modest +4% increase year-to-date and +12% over the past 12 months.

BitMine Immersion Technologies has significantly increased its holdings of Ether, spending approximately $199 million in two days to reach about 3.08% of all Ether in existence, bringing their total holdings to approximately $11.3 billion. This aggressive buying contrasts with a general slowdown in corporate Ethereum acquisitions, where total corporate treasury savings have reached $67.5 billion and digital asset treasury activity has decreased 81% in the last 3 months. BitMine purchased 679,000 ETH, worth $2.13 billion, in the past month, dominating corporate Ether purchases. Despite BitMine's bullish stance, smart money traders have increased their short positions on Ether, and Spot Ethereum ETFs experienced outflows of $75.2 million on Friday, following a $1.4 billion outflow in November, indicating institutional wariness. BitMine's growing Ethereum ownership raises questions about market structure, liquidity, and staking dynamics as they approach 5% ownership of the Ethereum network.

Bitcoin is currently trading in a narrow range, and its next move hinges on breaking above or below key price levels. If Bitcoin can successfully push above the resistance around $93,000-$95,000 and then the pink box resistance area and descending blue trendline as noted by Kamile Uray, it could potentially rally towards $98,200 and then even $107,500. Conversely, failing to hold support around $86,000-$87,500, or even $82,477 as Uray warned, could lead to a decline towards the $71,237-$74,496 zone, which has previously acted as strong support. Market analysts are watching these levels closely for signals of the next major trend direction.

A crypto analyst, EliteGoldAnalysis, has warned of a potential Bitcoin price crash, possibly falling below $85,000. This prediction is based on a chart analysis indicating a weak high and a developing bearish structure, suggesting a possible retracement due to increasing selling pressure. The analysis identifies a potential target level above $85,000, with a stronger support level at $84,000 which is about 6% below the current price. Bitcoin has already fallen roughly 3% in the last 24 hours, and the analyst suggests a further drop to $84,000 could complete the downside move.

According to Jake Claver, CEO of Digital Ascension Group, wealthy families are increasingly investing in XRP as a hedge against potential instability in traditional markets, viewing it as a form of insurance rather than for quick profits. Claver notes the limited number of XRP wallets, around 8 million, with many holding small amounts, making XRP ownership relatively rare compared to Bitcoin. He predicts XRP could reach $10,000 by late 2026 or early 2027, contingent on the growth of institutional utilities on the XRP Ledger, increased network volume, and the adoption of XRP ETFs. Spot XRP ETFs have accumulated almost $1 billion in total net assets since their launch, taking in approximately $897.35 million worth of XRP without any outflows to date. Ripple's CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, has also noted increased institutional activity through Ripple Prime, with institutions previously hesitant due to regulatory uncertainties now entering the market.

A recent report suggests a potential shift in the Bitcoin market, possibly indicating the start of a bear market. The analysis focuses on a specific group of investors called 'dolphins,' defined as wallets holding between 100 and 1,000 Bitcoins. Data indicates that the growth of Bitcoin holdings within these dolphin wallets has slowed and is trending downwards. This group, which includes Bitcoin ETFs and Treasury companies, appears to have stopped buying Bitcoin. Bitcoin ETFs in the US have experienced net outflows in recent weeks. The price of Bitcoin is currently around $89,151, having decreased by over 3% in the last 24 hours. Overall, there is now roughly 694,000 Bitcoins in the wallets being tracked, down from 965,000 when Bitcoin hit its all time high price around $125,000.

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Ethereum is struggling to consistently stay above the $3,000 price point, indicating uncertainty in the market. A key indicator, the MVRV Long/Short Difference, suggests short-term holders might soon have more unrealized profits than long-term holders, potentially leading to selling pressure around $3,000. Another indicator, the squeeze momentum, shows a buildup that typically precedes a significant price move. If bullish momentum increases, Ethereum could break upwards; however, failure to maintain momentum could see it drop towards $2,762. Currently trading around $3,045, Ethereum needs to surpass $3,131 and then $3,287 to signal a broader recovery.

Ethereum is showing signs of potential upward movement, according to technical analysis. One analyst noted that Ethereum's price rejected a key Fibonacci retracement level but is holding above a support band that has historically led to reversals. He remains cautious, awaiting stronger confirmation of a bottom before scaling out of his positions, suggesting further consolidation in the near term. Another analyst highlighted a breakout on the ETH/BTC chart, indicating Ethereum is gaining strength compared to Bitcoin. This typically signals a return of risk appetite in the market and could be a precursor to altcoin season, where investors shift funds into smaller cryptocurrencies. This ETH/BTC breakout suggests a potential shift in market direction, though a retest of the trendline may occur before the Federal Reserve meeting.

Fidelity's CEO, Abigail Johnson, revealed her personal investment in Bitcoin, calling it the crypto gold standard. She detailed how Fidelity gradually built its crypto business, starting with small internal experiments around 2013, including Bitcoin mining with an initial $200,000 investment in mining hardware. This early involvement led to custody services driven by advisor demand. Bitcoin is currently trading above $89,000, while Bitcoin balances on centralized exchanges have dropped to levels not seen since 2017, roughly 1.8 million BTC. Ethereum has also seen growth, with its price surpassing $3,200. Analysts indicate that Bitcoin's supply is moving off exchanges into long-term holding, awaiting a stronger push past the $96,000 to $106,000 range for a broader breakout.

Solana (SOL) is currently trading around $133, facing a potential turning point. It's holding above a key support level of $131-$133, which is important for a possible price rebound. Liquidity analysis suggests that a move towards $140 is possible if the current support holds. If buyers can push the price above the mid-range levels, a further rise towards $172-$180 is anticipated. A key Fibonacci retracement level has held, indicating a possible reversal of the recent correction. The next targets for Solana would be $150, then $172-$180 if it breaks above $140. The potential for Solana to reach $200 exists if it confirms a full market recovery.

A Florida appeals court has reversed a lower court's decision, allowing Jonny Chen to sue Binance in Florida state court over the theft of $80 million in Bitcoin. Chen claims that after being scammed out of 1,000 Bitcoin in 2022, he immediately notified Binance and requested they freeze the assets, but they failed to act quickly enough. The original trial court dismissed the case, citing a lack of jurisdiction because Binance is headquartered overseas. The appeals court, however, determined that Binance's digital presence and business activities in Florida are sufficient to establish jurisdiction. This ruling gives Chen another opportunity to pursue legal action against Binance for negligence related to the alleged theft. Other crypto companies like BitMEX, KuCoin, Bitfinex and Tether have previously contested legal action by raising jurisdictional challenges, sometimes delaying or escaping litigation.

Binance co-founder He Yi cautioned users about token trends, like meme coins and AI-themed tokens, that exploit Binance's popularity for quick profit schemes. This warning came after a user implied that Binance's official X account was influenced by Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs). He Yi clarified that while Binance employees have creative freedom in their posts, they are prohibited from launching or promoting any tokens. She emphasized that the recent tokenization of words from Binance's X posts or her statements is unrelated to Binance. This follows previous warnings from He Yi and former CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) about pump and dump schemes. CZ also took action against the sale of X accounts he followed, which were reportedly used for malicious activities. Despite these warnings, meme tokens continue to emerge, sometimes triggered by events like CZ's dog photo or a tweet about the BNB Chain's Four.meme token launch.

A new report highlights that many companies holding Bitcoin also have significant debt, creating a hidden risk for investors. The data reveals that 73% of companies with Bitcoin on their balance sheets carry debt, and 39% owe more than the value of their Bitcoin holdings. Around 10% of these companies borrowed money specifically to buy Bitcoin, turning the treasury strategy into a leveraged trade. This situation became evident during a recent Bitcoin price drop when companies that were expected to act as stable Bitcoin proxies instead behaved like leveraged investments, with 84% experiencing an average stock price decline of 27%. The report emphasizes that investors often overlook the interaction between a company's Bitcoin holdings and its existing debt, leading to unexpected risks. Companies with a large BTC stack aren't automatically insulated, and a company with high leverage isn't automatically doomed. The key is the mix, the ratios, the timing, and whether management understands the difference between a narrative amplifier and a risk multiplier.

The EU fined X (formerly Twitter) 120 million for issues including its blue checkmark system misleading users, blocking researcher access to data, and lacking transparent advertising information. This fine signals a broader effort by European regulators to increase surveillance and restrict digital privacy, impacting the cryptocurrency sector. The EU is cracking down on crypto mixing services, with authorities seizing 25 million in Bitcoin from Cryptomixer. Crypto exchanges like Kraken have delisted privacy coins such as Monero to comply with upcoming regulations. By July 2027, exchanges will be unable to support privacy coins or anonymous wallets and must verify customer identities for transactions over 1,000. Starting January 2026, crypto companies must report all customer transactions to EU tax authorities. These regulations raise concerns about the future of financial privacy within the EU, potentially driving crypto innovation to other regions and creating tension with countries like the US. Coinbase reported a record number of law enforcement requests from European countries.

Economist Peter Schiff challenged President Trump to a debate about the U.S. economy after Trump criticized him on Truth Social for discussing the affordability crisis facing Americans. Trump claimed prices are falling and blamed former President Biden for the affordability issues, citing gasoline prices at $1.99 per gallon in some states. Schiff argues inflation will accelerate under Trump's policies. This exchange occurred after Schiff debated Changpeng Zhao (CZ) of Binance in Dubai about Bitcoin versus tokenized gold. Schiff argued Bitcoin has no inherent value, while CZ highlighted its widespread adoption and portability. Trump recently pardoned CZ, stating he believed CZ was unfairly targeted by the Biden administration.

The Polish parliament's lower house failed to override President Karol Nawrocki's veto of the Crypto-Asset Market Act, a bill intended to regulate the digital asset market in Poland and align it with the European Union's MiCA framework. The President vetoed the bill citing concerns that it could threaten the freedom of Polish citizens, their property, and the country's economic stability, arguing that overregulation could discourage new companies and stifle innovation. The bill proposed licensing requirements for Crypto Asset Service Providers by the Polish Financial Service Authority and penalties for those who violated the law. Supporters believed the legislation was necessary to combat fraud and prevent misuse of digital assets. The President's spokesperson called the bill a "legal fiasco" and criticized the attempt to overturn the veto as a political maneuver, while highlighting the need for monitoring and control of the market, the President opposed laws that restrict business activities. Crypto adoption in Poland is growing, with user numbers expected to reach 7.9 million by the end of the year.

Indiana is considering a bill, HB 1042, that would require state-managed retirement plans to include cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as investment options. This would affect programs like the 529 education savings plan, the Hoosier START retirement program, and pension systems for teachers, public employees, and lawmakers. The bill also allows certain public pension funds to invest directly in crypto-linked ETFs, with the state treasurer having the authority to invest funds from specific accounts into stablecoin-based ETFs. Beyond investments, the bill aims to protect digital asset users by limiting local government's ability to restrict cryptocurrency activities, including payments, digital wallet ownership, and mining operations. It also establishes a Blockchain and Digital Assets Task Force to explore government and consumer applications of blockchain technology. If passed, Indiana would be the first state to mandate crypto exposure in public retirement plans, setting it apart from other states that only permit such investments.

Arbitrum (ARB) is currently trading around $0.20 after a recent price drop, but there are signs that it might be stabilizing. Despite the weak price, Arbitrum's underlying technology and activity levels remain strong. The price movement is forming a pattern called a falling wedge, which often appears before a price increase. If ARB breaks above $0.24 to $0.25, it could signal a recovery. Some analysts believe ARB is in an accumulation phase, where buyers are slowly gathering coins, with potential targets of $0.28-$0.30 and even $0.55-$0.60 in the coming months. However, it's crucial that ARB holds the $0.19-$0.20 support level. If it fails to do so, the price could fall further. If it holds, the short-term price could bounce back to $0.205-$0.225. Overall, Arbitrum is at a critical point, and its future price depends on maintaining key support levels and a potential improvement in the overall market mood.

MetaMask, a popular cryptocurrency wallet, has partnered with Polymarket to allow its 30 million users to bet on real-world events directly within the MetaMask mobile app. Launched on December 4, 2024, this integration enables users to trade on various outcomes, such as sports and elections, using tokens from multiple blockchain networks like Ethereum, Polygon, and Arbitrum. MetaMask charges a 4% fee on each transaction, split with Polymarket, while offering rewards through its points program which is connected to a future token launch. Polymarket, which saw significant growth in 2024, was valued at $9 billion after a $2 billion investment from Intercontinental Exchange (ICE). This partnership marks Polymarket's return to the U.S. market after overcoming regulatory issues by acquiring QCEX, enabling them to operate under CFTC licenses. The prediction market sector is becoming more competitive with other players like Kalshi and PrizePicks also entering the field, and even traditional companies like DraftKings and Coinbase exploring similar integrations. This move is part of MetaMask's broader strategy to expand beyond a simple wallet into a comprehensive trading platform, including perpetual futures trading and multichain support.

Coinbase suggests the cryptocurrency market may experience a recovery in December. The report pinpoints factors that could contribute to this rebound, although specific catalysts are not detailed. The suggestion is that positive market movement is possible based on their analysis.

He Yi, born in 1986 in rural Sichuan, co-founded Binance with Changpeng Zhao (CZ) in 2017, which became the world's largest crypto exchange. She met CZ in 2014 while working at OKCoin and recruited him. Yi and CZ are also life partners with three children, but they keep their personal life private. Federal prosecutors sought internal messages from Yi and other executives in 2020 during an examination of Binance.US and the company's anti-money-laundering controls. Yi is now co-CEO of Binance, sharing executive control with Richard Teng after CZ stepped down in 2023 following a guilty plea to U.S. money-laundering charges. Previously, her public profile stated she was Chief Customer Service Officer, though her responsibilities were broader. In 2024, she wrote a letter to the court asking for leniency in CZ's case, referring to herself as his partner and the mother of his children. Binance has acknowledged her fundamental role in shaping the exchange's direction. She and Richard Teng have a shared vision for Binance's future.

Cardano (ADA) is currently trading around $0.42 and attempting to recover after a recent price drop. It's facing a key resistance area between $0.47 and $0.485, which it needs to break through to potentially move higher. An ascending trendline is providing support, and analysts are seeing bullish patterns like an inverse head-and-shoulders formation, suggesting a possible upward swing if it breaks above $0.45. If Cardano can break through the resistance, targets are $0.49 and $0.52. Failure to break through could send it back down to the $0.40-$0.38 range. Longer-term charts suggest a potential recovery towards $0.80-$1.30 in 2026, with even higher targets possible in the future.

Bitcoin is currently trading around $89,855, showing a slight increase of 0.92% over the past day. It bounced back from a support level of $88,000, but is facing resistance at $90,000. Over $86 million in profits were taken by large Bitcoin holders (whales) during this rebound. Overcoming the $90,000 resistance level is crucial for Bitcoin to continue upward; failure to do so could send it back down to the $87,000-$88,000 range. The price movement will likely depend on buyer activity, ETF inflows, and overall market sentiment.

Dogecoin's price is currently around the mid-$0.13 level and is testing a long-term support zone within a descending triangle pattern on its 2-day chart. An analyst suggests that if this support level holds, it could trigger a significant price increase. The descending triangle pattern shows that Dogecoin has been making lower highs since December 2024, but the support zone has prevented deeper declines. A successful defense of this support could lead to a rally toward the $0.25 to $0.26 range, and breaking above that resistance could potentially push Dogecoin as high as $0.4.

Bitcoin's price has recently declined after reaching a high of $126,000 in October, dropping as low as $80,500. The expiration of $3.4 billion in Bitcoin options on Friday, December 5th, contributed to this downward pressure, pushing the price towards the "Maximum Pain Point" of $91,000, a level where option buyers experience the most losses. Bitcoin subsequently fell below this point, reaching $89,500. Negative funding rates, indicating a bearish market sentiment where short traders are willing to pay long traders, further support the possibility of additional price declines. Currently, Bitcoin is valued at around $89,250, having lost about 3.38% of its value in the last 24 hours.

The article suggests that Bitcoin's dominance in the cryptocurrency market is decreasing. This trend indicates that alternative cryptocurrencies, specifically XRP, DOGE, and Solana, may experience significant price increases. The observed shift in market share from Bitcoin to these altcoins is the core of the news.

Tom Lee, a crypto proponent with significant ETH holdings, predicts Ethereum could reach $20,000 by 2026 if it becomes a major player in the tokenization of real-world assets (RWA). An AI analysis suggests this is possible if Ethereum dominates the RWA space and its deflationary mechanisms reduce supply while demand increases. However, the analysis also highlights potential challenges: competition from other blockchains like Solana and network activity shifting to layer-2 solutions, which may not directly benefit ETH's price. The analysis suggests a $6,000-$10,000 price range for 2026 is more realistic without extreme market conditions, concluding that while Lee's $20,000 target is achievable, it may take longer than projected.

Russia and Iran have agreed to collaborate on developing artificial intelligence and blockchain technologies. This agreement, formalized in a memorandum of understanding, focuses on building AI systems, smart infrastructure, cybersecurity, and regulatory frameworks. The partnership extends to digital finance, including blockchain technology and fintech solutions, with cooperation between regulatory bodies and tech parks. This follows Russia's interest in collaborating with India on AI development and its push for technological independence through domestic AI. Russia aims to launch its digital ruble next year and regulate cryptocurrency transactions. Iran, with more experience dealing with sanctions, is also shifting its stance on cryptocurrencies, aiming to become a crypto hub and proposing a common cryptocurrency for Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) nations.

Ethereum's current price level of approximately $3,100 could potentially trigger a price increase towards $6,800. This projection is based on an analysis of Ethereum's five-year Relative Strength Index (RSI) trend. The analysis suggests that if the historical RSI pattern holds true, the current base price has the potential to initiate a substantial upward movement in Ethereum's value.

Spot XRP ETFs have experienced 15 consecutive days of inflows, pushing their total net assets above $861 million and approaching $1 billion. This growth comes despite XRP trading at a discount due to a bearish trend since July. Whale activity shows accumulation of XRP on the spot market, with over $12 million in net positive flows since the start of December, primarily from U.S. based Coinbase whales. While spot outflows have cooled down, demand has been slow to capitalize, and derivatives demand remains low. The market awaits confirmation of a positive macro-outlook, which could lead to a bounce from the $2 support level. The cryptocurrency's discounted price and institutional demand may position XRP for potential growth.

Citadel Securities has urged the SEC to classify open-source developers of DeFi protocols as unregistered stockbrokers and exchanges if they facilitate trading of tokenized U.S. equities. Citadel argues that these protocols meet the legal definitions of exchanges and broker-dealers and should be subject to the same regulations as traditional financial firms, citing concerns about investor protection and regulatory arbitrage. Uniswap's founder, Hayden Adams, countered that Citadel's position would stifle innovation and give traditional firms veto power over new technologies. The SEC is now considering whether to apply existing regulations to tokenized equities or create new exemptions for DeFi, a decision that could significantly impact the future of tokenized stock trading in the U.S. and determine whether DeFi can maintain its permissionless architecture. An SEC advisory committee has convened to discuss these issues, highlighting the debate over how to regulate tokenized equities while balancing innovation and investor protection. The decision could force DeFi protocols to comply with regulations designed for major financial institutions or risk being pushed offshore.

The cryptocurrency Pepe is experiencing renewed interest and potential price increases, driven by enthusiasm for meme-based cryptocurrencies and increasing investment. Pepe is currently trading around $0.000004768 and needs to overcome resistance levels at $0.00000489, $0.00000507, and $0.00000525 to continue its upward trend. Simultaneously, analysts are highlighting Ozak AI as a project with greater long-term potential due to its AI-driven technology and infrastructure. Ozak AI is developing a Web3 intelligence layer that uses AI for market predictions and analysis. The Ozak AI presale has raised over $4.8 million, with more than a million tokens sold, suggesting strong early interest. Ozak AI's technology is supported by partnerships with companies like Perceptron Networks, HIVE, and SINT. While Pepe's growth relies on social media trends, Ozak AI's growth is based on user adoption of its AI technology. Analysts suggest that Ozak AI has the potential for more substantial and sustained growth compared to meme coins like Pepe.

US prosecutors are seeking a 12-year prison sentence for Do Kwon, the individual behind the Terra-Luna cryptocurrency project, which collapsed and resulted in an estimated $40 billion loss for investors. The prosecutors argue that Kwon's actions warrant a significant punishment due to his role in the massive financial downfall. The sentencing request highlights the legal consequences individuals may face for their involvement in cryptocurrency projects that lead to substantial investor losses. This legal action underscores the increased scrutiny and accountability within the cryptocurrency industry.

BPCE, a major French banking group, is planning to introduce cryptocurrency trading services to its approximately 2 million retail clients. This move will allow BPCE's customers to buy, sell, and hold cryptocurrencies directly through the bank's existing platform, potentially increasing mainstream adoption of digital assets in France.

XRP is trading around $2.03, down slightly over the past 24 hours, with trading volume exceeding $3 billion. The price is holding above the important $2 level, which is seen as key for maintaining its upward trend. A longer-term indicator, the monthly Supertrend, remains bullish, suggesting continued upward momentum. The CFTC is reviewing Bitnomial's proposal to list an XRP spot contract, marking the first digital asset on its new trading platform. Resistance is seen in the $2.48-$2.60 range, while support lies in the $1.82-$1.95 range. Overall, XRP's price is influenced by market conditions, liquidity, and regulatory developments.

Clear Street, a New York-based broker, is reportedly planning an IPO (Initial Public Offering) that could value the company between $10 billion and $12 billion. The company gained prominence by advising companies seeking exposure to cryptocurrencies, particularly after 2020. Clear Street assisted companies like Strategy (led by Michael Saylor), and Trump Media & Technology Group in structuring their cryptocurrency holdings. Clear Street's website states it has been involved in $91 billion in equity, debt, and M&A transactions this year. However, the crypto market has faced downward pressure recently, with Bitcoin dropping 30% since early October, impacting companies that followed Strategy's lead. Despite some IPOs struggling after their debut, Clear Street is moving forward with its listing plans.

Strategy's CEO, Phong Le, addressed investor concerns about the company's ability to meet dividend payments and debt obligations amid a Bitcoin price decline. To reassure investors, Strategy raised $1.44 billion through a stock sale to create a reserve. This reserve is intended to cover at least 12 months of dividend payments immediately, with plans to expand it to 24 months. The CEO stated that this move aimed to dispel fears regarding dividend sustainability, as Bitcoin's price had fallen from over $126,000 to around $88,130. Strategy also indicated that they would only consider selling their Bitcoin holdings if the stock price fell below net asset value and further capital wasn't available. Raising the capital was also intended to deter short sellers betting against the company.

Bitcoin's price decline continues into December. An analyst suggests that the $82,000 price level is critical for Bitcoin's near-term direction. This is because the average purchase cost of Bitcoin spot ETFs and the average cost basis for active Bitcoin investors both converge around $82,000. If Bitcoin falls below $82,000, it could trigger a significant sell-off. Historically, a drop below the active market participant cost basis has led to a decline towards Bitcoin's Realized Price, currently near $56,000. A fall to $56,000 would represent a roughly 40% drop from its current price. Bitcoin is currently trading around $69,310, down over 3% in the last 24 hours.

Cardano (ADA) is showing potential signs of a price recovery after a recent decline, currently trading around $0.42. Analysts have identified a key support level near $0.40, where buyers appear to be active. Chart patterns suggest a possible upward move, with a potential target of $0.60 if certain resistance levels are broken, and further targets at $0.51, $0.68, $0.95, $1.25 and eventually $1.60. Failure to hold the $0.40 level could invalidate this potential recovery. A major resistance zone is noted around $0.475 to $0.485, which could determine the direction of the next price movement. Despite positive signals, significant amounts of ADA were sold off in early November, indicating ongoing whale activity.

Solana developers are concerned that the new Base-Solana bridge, launched on December 4th, is designed to extract capital from the Solana ecosystem rather than foster collaboration. The bridge allows users to move assets between Base and Solana, but some Solana developers believe it primarily benefits Base by giving it access to Solana's assets and user base, while not providing significant benefits to Solana. They argue that the bridge could turn Solana into a source of assets for Base's decentralized finance (DeFi) applications, with Base capturing the revenue and execution benefits. Solana developers point out that Base didn't collaborate with the Solana Foundation on the launch. Base developers claim the bridge is bidirectional and provides access to each other's economies, but Solana developers remain skeptical. The main concern is that Base gains access to Solana's financial and cultural momentum while Solana only receives potential, not guaranteed, value. If the bridge only pulls assets from Solana into Base, Solana could become a feeder chain for Base DeFi.

Two Casascius coins, each containing 1,000 Bitcoin, have been moved after remaining inactive for 13 years. These physical coins, created by Mike Caldwell, represent a total of 2,000 BTC. The movement of these coins, dormant since 2011, indicates a transaction involving a substantial amount of Bitcoin that had been held offline for over a decade.

The crypto market is seeing interest in two lesser-known cryptocurrencies, Digitap ($TAP) and Hyperliquid (HYPE), instead of the usual big names like Bitcoin or Ethereum. Digitap's presale has raised over $2 million and is almost sold out, with the price increasing 167% across eight stages from $0.0125 to $0.0334. Investors buying at the current presale stage could see a 319% return when $TAP launches at $0.14. Digitap aims to solve slow and costly money transfers by offering a platform that combines crypto and fiat currencies, cross-border payments, and virtual Visa cards. Hyperliquid, on the other hand, has experienced volatility, dropping from nearly $50 to around $29 before bouncing back to over $33. Analysts are watching the $37 level as a key resistance point for Hyperliquid. The article suggests Digitap may be a better investment choice due to its ongoing presale success, utility, and potential for growth, while Hyperliquid is facing resistance and volatility.

Ethereum is currently trading around $3,020, facing a critical moment as it tries to hold above the $3,000 support level. A break below this level could lead to a drop towards $2,800. Despite market caution indicated by a Crypto Fear & Greed Index of 21 and ETF outflows, there's been significant institutional buying, with Bitmine acquiring over 64,000 ETH. Technical indicators are mixed, with a bearish crossover on the daily MACD but a short-term breakout pattern spotted by some analysts targeting $4,500. If the $3,000 support holds, potential upside targets include $3,078, $3,134, $3,225, $3,406 and $3,601. A daily close above $3,100 would strengthen the bullish outlook, while a break below $3,000 could lead to further declines.

Dogecoin's price is currently around $0.13, having decreased by about 5% in the last 24 hours and 7% over the past week. According to market analysts, Dogecoin needs to surpass the $0.50 mark to potentially reach a target of $1.88. They observe a long-term pattern resembling a Cup and Handle formation on the charts, suggesting a potential rally if Dogecoin breaks through the $0.50 resistance. If this breakout occurs, initial targets are between $0.72 and $0.88, with further potential to reach $1.80 to $2.20 and even higher in a full bull run. An inverse head and shoulders pattern on the 4-hour chart also suggests a possible upcoming bullish reversal. Furthermore, Argentina has approved the use of Dogecoin for tax payments, and Alternative Airlines accepts it for flight bookings, indicating growing adoption of the cryptocurrency.

Input Output, the company behind the Cardano blockchain, is rebranding as Input Output Group and expanding its focus beyond blockchain technology. The company will now invest in areas like quantum computing, digital identity, fintech, and healthcare. This shift is aimed at building a broader technology group and attracting enterprise clients, reflecting a trend in the crypto industry toward diversification. While Input Output expands into new sectors, Cardano is facing challenges in keeping pace with competitors like Solana and Ethereum, particularly in stablecoin adoption, where Cardano's stablecoin supply is significantly lower. Input Output is addressing this by forming a coalition to integrate major stablecoins and custody providers into Cardano to improve its infrastructure and appeal to developers and financial institutions.

Ethereum's price recently hit a wall at $3,200, facing strong selling pressure and a rejection. It's now trading in a small range, and where it breaks out of this range will likely determine its next big move. A previous rise from $2,600 stalled at $3,200, suggesting a possible drop back down to the $2,600 support level. On a shorter-term view, Ethereum tried to go above a downward trendline but failed at $3,200, potentially leading it back to a support area. Despite the rejection at $3,200, a sweep of liquidity below $3,032 suggests a possible short-term rise towards $3,300 before a larger drop might happen.