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Gnosis announces hard fork to recover funds from Balancer exploit
Gnosis executed a hard fork to recover funds stolen in the November $116 million Balancer exploit.
If 2026 brings an alteason, will ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL and DOGE be the top performers?
This analysis examines the 2026 outlook for major altcoins ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, and DOGE based on current technical indicators.
Solana Eyes Recovery as Investors Quitely Accumulate $345 Million Worth of SOL
Solana shows signs of recovery as investors accumulate $345 million in SOL, supported by new on-chain ETFs and strong institutional inflows.
Fact check: Bitcoin never really hit $100,000 in 2025 when you apply real world data
When adjusted for inflation to 2020 dollars, Bitcoin's 2025 peak fell just short of $100,000, highlighting how inflation changes the meaning of nominal price milestones.
Cipher enters US wholesale power market with Ohio data center acquisition
Cipher Mining acquired a 200MW power site in Ohio, entering the PJM wholesale power market and expanding into high-performance computing hosting.
Crypto.com hiring quant trader for sports event prediction market making in the US
Crypto.com is hiring a US-based quant trader to manage liquidity and pricing for sports event prediction markets.
DWF Labs’ physical gold trade signals crypto capital’s move into commodities
Crypto market maker DWF Labs settled its first physical gold transaction, signaling a shift toward traditional commodities.
IMF praises El Salvador’s 4% GDP growth as bitcoin tensions ease
The IMF praised El Salvador's stronger-than-expected 4% GDP growth while noting progress on Bitcoin transparency amid ongoing loan negotiations.
Bitcoin price news: BTC slips below $88,000, but Strategy, Circle, Gemini among those sharply lower
Bitcoin fell below $88,000 as crypto stocks, especially digital asset treasury companies, suffered steep declines driven by year-end tax-loss selling.
Silver hits record high above $71 as market cap approaches $4 trillion
Silver surged past $71 to a new record high, boasting a 138% year-to-date gain and approaching a $4 trillion market cap.
Chinese Groups Have Transformed Telegram into the Dark Web of Crypto Scams
Chinese-language Telegram networks have become the world's largest illicit crypto economy, surpassing historical dark web markets in scale and efficiency.
Coinbase (COIN), Bullish (BLSH) Galaxy (GLXY) may benefit from JPMorgan's crypto moves
JPMorgan's potential institutional crypto trading could legitimize the market and benefit rivals like Coinbase, Bullish, and Galaxy Digital.
US crypto legislation and policies to watch out for in 2026
US crypto regulation is expected to evolve significantly in 2026 due to new legislation taking effect and potential shifts in agency leadership.
XRP Sentiment Has Collapsed — And That May Be the Setup Bulls Are Waiting For
Despite a collapse in positive sentiment and short-term holder exits, XRP's price setup may favor bulls as long-term holders reduce selling pressure.
Circle announces €300M circulation of MiCA-compliant EURC stablecoin
Circle's EURC stablecoin has reached €300 million in circulation amid growing demand.
IMF says El Salvador in talks to sell state-run Chivo Bitcoin wallet
The IMF confirmed that negotiations for the sale of El Salvador's state-run Chivo Bitcoin wallet are well advanced.
AI trade isn’t dead: An inside look into Wall Street's lucrative data center deals
Investment banker Joe Nardini asserts that Wall Street dealmaking for data centers remains robust, driven by sustained demand from AI/HPC and bitcoin miners for power.
Despite a Volatile December For Bitcoin, Bullish Signals Are Emerging: VanEck
VanEck's analysis suggests cautious optimism for Bitcoin despite December volatility, citing improving liquidity and institutional buying.
Bybit rolls out new insurance fund mechanism for USDT perpetual contracts
Bybit launched new insurance fund pools to boost loss absorption and reduce Auto-Deleveraging for USDT perpetual contracts.
Russia opens crypto market to public with new rules set for 2026 implementation
Russia's central bank proposed rules to legalize crypto trading for retail investors by 2027, setting caps and tests for participation.
Glassnode reports persistent negative net flows in US Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs
US Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF net flows have been negative since early November, signaling reduced institutional engagement.
BitGo launches Aptos staking for institutional clients
BitGo has launched Aptos staking services, allowing institutional clients to earn rewards while maintaining custody.
Aave prices are crashing as insiders warn a “hostile” holiday vote could destroy the protocol’s dominance
A governance dispute over transferring Aave's soft assets to the DAO has triggered a crisis, causing AAVE prices to drop.
Bybit to restrict access for Japanese residents
Crypto exchange Bybit will restrict services for Japanese residents next year due to stringent local financial regulations.
US GDP Surprise Signals Trouble for Altcoins, Not Bitcoin
Stronger-than-expected US Q3 GDP growth suggests higher-for-longer interest rates, pressuring altcoins more than Bitcoin.
Aptos' APT declines amid slump in wider crypto markets
APT fell 2.8% on heavy volume as the broader crypto market, measured by the CoinDesk 20 index, also declined.
Crypto.com says market maker boosts liquidity, denies trading edge on customers
Crypto.com is establishing an internal market-making team for its prediction markets to boost liquidity while denying customers any trading advantage.
Solana treasury-focused Upexi files for up to $1 billion capital raise
Nasdaq-listed Upexi filed an SEC shelf registration to raise up to $1 billion through various securities offerings.
Bitcoin price news: BTC's inflation-adjusted peak this year less impressive than thought
Galaxy Digital's Alex Thorn noted that Bitcoin's inflation-adjusted peak this year, using 2020 dollars, was just under $100,000.
Koinly reveals potential email address leak due to third-party breach
Koinly disclosed a potential email address leak following a security incident at its third-party analytics service, Mixpanel.
Stablecoins: Evolution, not a Revolution
Stablecoins have grown rapidly due to price stability, portability, and tax optimization, but regulation limits their future utility.
Arizona Introduces Bill To Exempt Bitcoin and Crypto From Property Taxes 
Arizona State Senator Wendy Rogers introduced legislation to exempt virtual currency from property taxes and protect blockchain node operators.
ETF data shows Bitcoin dominance held firm in 2025 as Ethereum gradually gained share
Bitcoin maintained 70-85% of the 2025 crypto ETF market share while Ethereum slowly grew its allocation to 15-30%.
Whales Add $3 Million in AAVE as Governance Uncertainty Pressures Price
Despite AAVE price pressure from governance disputes, large holders accumulated about $3 million, suggesting underlying bullish positioning.
ECB gains backing from Council of EU for holding limits on digital euro
The Council of the EU backed the ECB's digital euro plan, contingent on setting holding limits to prevent it from becoming a store of value.
Former FTX US president raises $35 million for traditional-asset perpetuals exchange: The Information
Former FTX US president Brett Harrison raised $35 million for his startup Architect Financial Technologies to build a regulated exchange for traditional-asset perpetual futures.
2026 Layer 2 Outlook
The 2025 Layer 2 landscape saw Base dominate activity, while success hinged on distribution and partnerships rather than just technical superiority.
Bitget’s Bitcoin reserves reach $3 billion after 114% annual growth
Bitget's Bitcoin reserves surged 114% year-over-year to 34,055 BTC, valued near $3 billion.
Bitcoin shows less volatility than Nvidia and Tesla stocks
Bitcoin's annualized volatility has dropped to 46%, making it less volatile than Nvidia and Tesla stocks.
Ethereum is vanishing from exchanges, and the massive wallets absorbing it prove you aren’t the target audience anymore
Ethereum supply is rapidly moving off exchanges into institutional wallets and staking, signaling a shift from speculative asset to essential financial infrastructure.
Filecoin (FIL) drops as bears test support
Filecoin dropped 2.2% to $1.29 amid a bearish channel pattern, though institutional buying supported the $1.28 support level.
“If You Think Crypto Security Is a Tech Problem, You’re Missing the Point,” Says Phemex CEO Federico Variola
Phemex CEO Federico Variola argues that crypto security failures stem primarily from human behavior and social engineering, not just technology.
Bitcoin bulls eye possible tailwind as U.S. dollar index continues to leg lower
Despite the U.S. dollar index falling to multi-year lows, Bitcoin has not yet benefited from this potential tailwind.
How Bhutan is building a green Bitcoin economy from the ground up
Bhutan is leveraging surplus, carbon-free hydropower to mine Bitcoin, treating it as a liquid digital export and foreign-currency buffer.
Ex-FTX US chief Brett Harrison secures $35 million for new exchange
Former FTX US chief Brett Harrison raised $35 million for his new startup, Architect Financial Technologies.
XRP news: Ripple-linked token holders can now earn yield without selling
Flare launched earnXRP, an on-chain product allowing XRP holders to earn yield by depositing FXRP into a vault.
Bitcoin bull divs build as gold prepares to hit new $4.5K record high
Bitcoin shows bullish divergences against the dollar and gold while facing resistance near $90,000, as gold approaches a $4,500 record.
Ki Young Ju and Peter Brandt Just Released Medium- and Long-Term Bitcoin Predictions
Analysts Ki Young Ju and Peter Brandt shared contrasting short-term bearishness with long-term optimism for Bitcoin's price trajectory.
IMF says Chivo Bitcoin wallet talks advance in El Salvador review
The IMF reports substantial progress in talks with El Salvador regarding the privatization of the Chivo Bitcoin wallet, focusing on transparency and risk.
CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: Uniswap Drops 3.7% as All Index Constituents Decline
The CoinDesk 20 saw all index constituents decline, highlighting a 2025 divergence between structural progress and stagnant token prices.
Russia Opens the Door to Bitcoin and Crypto for Retail Investors
The Bank of Russia proposed a tiered framework allowing retail investors limited access to buy cryptocurrencies.
DOT slides 4.5% as token underperforms wider crypto markets
Polkadot's DOT token fell 4.5% to $1.75, significantly underperforming the broader crypto market on thin volume.
Crypto hack counts fall but supply chain attacks reshape threat landscape
While the number of crypto hacks decreased, total losses remained high, driven by sophisticated, high-value supply chain attacks.
Zcash Price Loses a Key Historical Support As 10% Downside Risk Builds
Zcash price is testing the critical 50-day EMA support, signaling potential downside risk toward $371 if the breakdown confirms.
JPMorgan exploring crypto trading shows banks may dominate retail crypto flow
Regulatory clarity from the OCC allows banks like JPMorgan to enter crypto trading, threatening retail exchanges' market share.
BNB price drops back to the $850 level
BNB's price is hovering near $850 after losing over 1.5% amid a broader market pullback affecting Bitcoin and the CD20 index.
Ethena’s USDe loses $8.3B since October crash amid ‘loss of confidence’
Ethena's synthetic stablecoin USDe has seen $8.3 billion in net outflows since the October 10 crash due to waning confidence in leveraged models.
Russia’s central bank signals shift toward retail crypto access
Russia's central bank proposed rules allowing non-qualified investors limited access to certain cryptocurrencies after a knowledge test.
Amplify's crypto-related STBQ and TKNQ ETFs come to market
Amplify ETFs launched STBQ for stablecoin technology and TKNQ for tokenization, both trading on NYSE Arca.
How Wall Street is using Ethereum without talking about Ethereum
Wall Street is quietly adopting Ethereum as foundational financial plumbing for automated settlement and tokenized assets, often avoiding direct mention of the network.
South Korean card giant completes stablecoin payments pilot for foreigners
BC Card piloted a project allowing foreign users to pay local merchants using stablecoins converted to prepaid cards.
Bitcoin’s market “plumbing” is now owned by these major banks that are controlling the price action
Major banks and institutions have taken control of Bitcoin's market infrastructure, shifting access via ETFs and dominating trading volumes.
Polymarket bets surge on Lighter airdrop as Hyperliquid lists LIT
Polymarket betting odds for a Lighter airdrop before year-end have surged to 86% following platform updates and Hyperliquid listing the LIT token.
Bank of Russia moves to open crypto access to retail investors
The Bank of Russia proposed a new framework allowing retail investors limited, tested access to crypto assets with annual caps.
Analysts Anticipate 3.2% Annualized Growth in US Q3 GDP Ahead of Official Data
Analysts expect US Q3 GDP to show 3.2% annualized growth, following Q2's 3.8% expansion, amid labor market concerns.
Investors Expect Midnight to Enter the Top 20 if Binance and Coinbase List
Investors anticipate Midnight (NIGHT) could enter the top 20 cryptocurrencies if listed on major exchanges like Binance and Coinbase.
Amplify launches first-mover ETFs focused on stablecoins and tokenization
Amplify launched two first-of-their-kind ETFs targeting the growing stablecoin and tokenization technology sectors.
Are altcoins coming back? Why 'Bitcoin season' has staying power in 2026
Analysts suggest altcoin season is not imminent as Bitcoin dominance rises and key technical indicators flash bearish signals for altcoin market cap.
Risk aversion boosts gold, hurts bitcoin (BTC) price: Crypto Daybook Americas
Risk aversion is suppressing Bitcoin's price ahead of key U.S. GDP data, while gold rallies significantly.
Fan Tokens and the Road to 2026: Assessing the Opportunity
Fan Tokens are positioned for growth by 2026 due to maturing crypto infrastructure, clear utility, and the upcoming FIFA World Cup catalyst.