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Why bitcoin ETFs look like they’re falling short, even as their role grows: Asia Morning Briefing
Despite potentially missing last year’s inflow record, bitcoin ETFs are increasingly stabilizing the market by absorbing risk rather than amplifying rallies.
Gold Nears ATH Again as Bitcoin Hits Historic Low—Rotation Ahead?
Gold is nearing its all-time high amid monetary uncertainty while Bitcoin suffers a sharp selloff, prompting analysts to watch for a potential asset rotation.
Trump to ‘look into’ recently convicted Samurai Wallet co-founder
Donald Trump stated he will review the case of convicted Samurai Wallet co-founder Keonne Rodriguez regarding a potential pardon.
SBI, Startale to Launch Regulated Yen Stablecoin for Global Settlement
SBI Holdings and Startale Group will develop a fully regulated, yen-denominated stablecoin for global settlement and institutional use.
Japan’s SBI and Startale plan regulated yen stablecoin in 2026 under new framework
SBI Holdings and Startale Group plan to launch a regulated, yen-denominated stablecoin in Q2 2026.
XRP ETFs Log One Month of Inflows as BTC, ETH Funds Bleed $4.6B
XRP spot ETFs have seen one month of continuous inflows, accumulating nearly $1 billion, contrasting sharply with Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs which bled $4.6 billion combined.
Trump open to reviewing pardon for Samourai Bitcoin app developer
President Trump stated he would review the case of Keonne Rodriguez, Samourai Wallet co-founder, who was sentenced for operating an unlicensed money transmitting business.
Bitcoin, altcoins sell-off as Fed chair switch-up, AI bubble fears spook markets
Cryptocurrencies sold off due to macroeconomic uncertainty, including Fed chair speculation and fears of an AI debt bubble.
Trump Hints at Samourai Wallet Pardon — Another After CZ, Ulbricht
Donald Trump stated he would review the case of Samourai Wallet CEO Keonne Rodriguez, who was recently jailed for money laundering.
PayPal, issuer of PYUSD, applies for Utah industrial bank license
PayPal applied for a Utah industrial bank license to establish PayPal Bank, aiming to offer lending and savings accounts.
US Senate Delays Crypto Market Structure Bill Until 2026
The US Senate postponed the Crypto Market Structure Bill until early 2026 due to internal disputes stalling consensus on key provisions.
Nasdaq, home of Coinbase, Strategy stocks, filing for 23-hour trading
Nasdaq is seeking SEC approval to expand stock and ETP trading hours from 16 to 23 hours daily to meet global market demands.
How a Potential Russia–Ukraine Ceasefire Could Impact Crypto Markets
A potential Russia-Ukraine ceasefire could boost crypto markets by reducing geopolitical risk and improving risk appetite, though macro factors remain key.
Trump Says He Will Consider A Pardon for Samourai Bitcoin Wallet Co-Founder
President Trump stated he will review the case of Samourai Wallet co-founder Keonne Rodriguez regarding his upcoming prison sentence.
SEC commissioner says Crypto is ‘helping to nudge reassessment’ on privacy
An SEC commissioner stated that cryptocurrency is prompting a necessary reassessment of financial privacy surveillance rules.
Paradex rolls out Privacy Perps with enhanced end-to-end data privacy
Paradex launched Privacy Perps, introducing end-to-end encryption for trades and account data on its self-custodial platform.
Fidelity Flags Short-Term Crypto Risks, Discusses Bitcoin’s Historic 4-Year Cycle 
Fidelity urges caution for short-term crypto investors while noting structural demand changes may alter Bitcoin's traditional four-year cycle.
Why are BTC, XRP, ETH and SOL down today and what's next
Bitcoin fell below $86,000 alongside other major cryptocurrencies due to macroeconomic uncertainty and AI stock weakness.
Circle to acquire Interop Labs team and IP as Axelar remains independent
Circle is acquiring the Interop Labs team and its technology, while the Axelar Network will remain independent.
Senate punts crypto market structure bill to next year
The Senate Banking Committee delayed its market structure markup hearing for crypto legislation until early 2026.
SEC Chair Atkins says crypto could become ‘powerful financial surveillance’ tool, sees path forward without giving up privacy
SEC Chair Paul Atkins warned crypto could become a powerful surveillance tool but believes a balance exists that preserves individual privacy.
Filecoin plunges 5% after breaking ascending trend support
Filecoin (FIL) dropped 5.1% to $1.24 after breaking critical technical support on heavy volume.
‘Much more than a backend refresh’: Coinbase’s fintech pivot hits milestone
Coinbase's upcoming system update is expected to unveil major fintech pivots, including tokenized assets and AI agents.
SEC ’eased up on’ 60% of crypto enforcement cases under Trump: Report
The SEC reportedly dropped or paused 60% of crypto enforcement cases under the Trump administration for legal reasons.
MetaMask rolls out Bitcoin support, continuing multi-chain expansion
MetaMask has launched native Bitcoin support, allowing users to buy, transfer, and swap BTC as part of its ongoing multi-chain strategy.
Crypto investors gain critical protection in bankruptcy, even as a “conservative” rule threatens liquidity
The UK established a 2027 deadline for full crypto regulation, clarifying property rights but introducing conservative stablecoin rules that may limit domestic liquidity.
Bitcoin drops under $86K as $2.78B in BTC whale selling overwhelms active dip buyers
Bitcoin fell below $86,000 as massive selling by whales overwhelmed smaller buyers attempting to purchase the dip.
Ethereum drops 9% in 8 hours as liquidations wipe out $670M in longs
Ethereum plunged 9% to $2,930, contributing to over $670 million in total liquidations, primarily affecting long positions.
Anchorage Digital deepens RIA market push by acquiring unit of Securitize
Anchorage Digital acquired Securitize For Advisors (SFA) to consolidate custody, trading, and adviser tools for institutional expansion.
Bitcoin’s Weekly Close Signals Imminent Drop Below $84,000 Toward $70,000 Floor
Bitcoin's recent weekly close below $94,000 resistance suggests bears will push the price below the $84,000 support toward the $70,000 range.
PayPal launches PYUSD Savings Vault on Spark amid push to grow stablecoin deposits to $1 billion
PayPal introduced the PYUSD Savings Vault on the Spark lending platform, offering users a 4.25% APY on their stablecoin holdings.
Bitget tests TradFi trading with forex, gold and stock derivatives using USDt
Bitget launched a private beta for a new feature allowing crypto users to trade forex, gold, and stock derivatives using USDt collateral.
Bitcoin sees one-year low in active addresses, raising fresh concerns over blockspace demand
Bitcoin's active addresses hit a one-year low, signaling reduced network activity and raising concerns about sustainable miner revenue.
U.S. SEC chief warns watchdogs need to be limited in tapping crypto's power to snoop
SEC Chairman Paul Atkins warned that formal policies must limit government surveillance capabilities within the crypto sector.
Trust Wallet introduces zero swap gas fees on Ethereum
Trust Wallet now sponsors Ethereum swap gas fees, enabling swaps even with zero ETH balance.
5 Reasons Bitcoin Fell to $85,000 and Why More Downside Is Possible
Bitcoin dropped to $85,000 due to macro risks, leverage unwinding, thin liquidity, and major selling by Wintermute.
Atkins, Peirce Stress Balancing Crypto Transparency and Privacy at SEC Roundtable
SEC officials Atkins and Peirce discussed balancing public blockchain transparency with individual privacy rights at an SEC roundtable.
UK Supreme Court refuses BSV appeal, narrowing $13 billion lawsuit against crypto exchanges
The UK Supreme Court denied an appeal in a $13 billion BSV lawsuit, limiting exchange liability for token delisting.
The Daily: JPMorgan launches tokenized fund on Ethereum, Ripple taps Wormhole to expand RLUSD to Layer 2s, and more
JPMorgan launched a tokenized fund on Ethereum, Ripple is expanding RLUSD to Layer 2s via Wormhole, and global crypto ETPs saw large inflows.
Bank of America predicts banks’ onchain transition in coming years
Bank of America anticipates US banks will transition to blockchain operations, driven by forthcoming stablecoin and tokenized deposit regulations.
MetaMask adds Bitcoin support, enabling BTC buying, swapping, and transferring
MetaMask now allows users to buy, swap, and transfer Bitcoin directly within its wallet via multichain accounts.
Crypto bank Anchorage acquires Securitize’s wealth management unit
Anchorage Digital acquired Securitize For Advisors to expand its financial advisory services for registered investment advisors.
CME launches spot-quoted XRP and SOL futures to expand crypto offering
CME Group introduced spot-quoted XRP and SOL futures contracts to broaden its cryptocurrency derivatives market.
Aster launches Shield Mode for private high-leverage trading
Aster introduced Shield Mode, enabling private, gasless trading with up to 1001x leverage on BTC and ETH until year-end.
Bitcoin ETFs are 60% underwater, creating a $100 billion distressed house of cards
Bitcoin ETFs are facing significant unrealized losses, with about 60% underwater, contributing to $100 billion in system stress across miners and treasury companies.
Bitcoin parabola breakdown raises chance for 80% correction: Veteran trader
Veteran trader Peter Brandt warns Bitcoin broke its parabolic trend, suggesting a potential 80% correction to $25,000.
Strategy’s STRD credit spread tightens as weekly ATM issuance hits record high
Strategy's STRD preferred stock credit spread tightened due to strong demand, coinciding with record weekly at-the-market issuance.
BlackRock expands crypto bet with 7 senior hires across U.S. and Asia
BlackRock is hiring seven senior staff in the U.S. and Asia to expand its digital asset strategy, focusing on ETFs and tokenization.
Digital asset ETPs post third straight week of net inflows, led by US demand
Digital asset ETPs saw a third consecutive week of net inflows, totaling $864 million, primarily driven by strong demand in the US.
SEC Crypto Task Force holds roundtable on financial surveillance and privacy
The SEC Crypto Task Force hosted a roundtable discussing financial surveillance and privacy in the digital asset sector.
Circle acquires Interop Labs team, initial developer of Axelar Network
Circle has acquired the team and proprietary technology from Interop Labs, the initial developer of the Axelar Network.
MoonPay introduces commerce app for Solana Mobile’s Seeker device
MoonPay launched an exclusive commerce app for Solana Mobile's Seeker device to facilitate crypto payments.
HBAR Slides to Lowest Point in a Year as Crypto Market Plunges
Hedera's HBAR token dropped to a one-year low amid a broader crypto market plunge, despite a late-session volume surge suggesting a potential reversal.
Tesla shares reach near one-year high, up 4.1%
Tesla stock surged 4.1% on Monday, approaching its all-time high set nearly one year ago.
Trump-backed American Bitcoin flips ProCap in corporate BTC treasury race
American Bitcoin has surpassed ProCap Financial in corporate Bitcoin holdings, reaching over 5,044 BTC.
BNB falls below key support as crypto market cap slips toward $3 trillion
BNB Coin dropped over 3% to $850, breaking key support amid a broader crypto market downturn.
BTC Hashrate Sees Sharpest Post Halving Drop Since 2024 Amid China Machine Shutdowns
Bitcoin's hashrate experienced its steepest decline since the April 2024 halving due to massive machine shutdowns in China.
3 Altcoins Facing Liquidation Risks in the Third Week of December
Despite general crypto fear, specific altcoins like SOL, ADA, and PIPPIN face significant short or long liquidation risks this week due to market positioning and project-specific catalysts.
How Bitcoin whales move markets, and the signals to ignore
The article examines how Bitcoin whales influence market movements and which signals retail traders should disregard.
3 Altcoins To Watch In The Third Week Of December 2025
Three altcoins—Sei (SEI), Bittensor (TAO), and Aster (ASTER)—are highlighted for potential volatility due to upcoming catalysts in mid-December.
Why Embedded Trading Is Becoming the New Standard: Eightcap’s Patrick Murphy Explains What’s Driving It
Eightcap's Patrick Murphy explains that embedded multi-asset trading is the next standard, driven by user demand for seamless access across asset classes.
What is mNAV? The Investor’s Guide to Valuing Bitcoin Treasuries
mNAV is a real-time valuation metric for companies holding Bitcoin, reflecting the current economic value of their reserves per share.
Ripple plans 2026 launch of RLUSD on Base and Optimism via Wormhole bridge
Ripple plans to launch its RLUSD stablecoin on Ethereum L2s like Base and Optimism in 2026 using the Wormhole bridge.
Bitcoin sees ‘pure manipulation’ as US sell-off liquidates $200M in an hour
Bitcoin dropped below $87,000 following a Wall Street sell-off that liquidated over $200 million in long positions within an hour.
Bank of America: Stablecoin Rules Mark Start of Multi-Year Onchain Shift by U.S. Banks
Bank of America reports that evolving stablecoin rules signal the beginning of a multi-year transition for U.S. banks toward on-chain financial activities.
Anchorage Digital Buys Securitize’s RIA Platform to Expand Wealth Management Business
Anchorage Digital acquired Securitize For Advisors (SFA) to integrate its crypto wealth management technology and expand its wealth management offerings.
Crypto ATM operator to expand to Texas, citing friendly regulation
Bitcoin Bancorp plans to deploy up to 200 crypto ATMs in Texas by Q1 2026 due to the state's favorable regulations.
Bitwise amends Hyperliquid ETF filing, finalizes ticker and fee
Bitwise filed an amended registration for its Hyperliquid ETF, setting the ticker BHYP and a 0.67% fee, suggesting an imminent launch.
Strategy adds nearly $1B in Bitcoin as market slump pressures MSTR stock
Strategy purchased $980.3 million in Bitcoin, increasing its total holdings to 671,268 BTC amid market pressure on its stock.
CME Group Expands Crypto Derivatives With Spot-Quoted XRP and Solana Futures
CME Group launched Spot-Quoted futures for XRP and Solana, mirroring its existing Bitcoin and Ether contracts.