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Which Crypto Will Everyone Be Talking About at Christmas Dinner — Invest or Pass?
With crypto markets down over 30% from recent peaks, Christmas dinner conversations will likely shift from bullish predictions to risk management and future outlooks.
Bitcoin metrics signal a breakout, but a massive “underwater” supply wall is secretly pinning prices below $93,000
Despite bullish metrics, Bitcoin faces structural stagnation pinned below $93,000 due to shallow liquidity and concentrated supply.
US Lawmakers Propose PARITY Act to Overhaul Crypto Tax Regulations
Bipartisan lawmakers introduced the Digital Asset PARITY Act to close the crypto wash sale loophole while offering tax relief on staking and small transactions.
Crypto activity in Brazil rises 43% with average investment surpassing $1,000: Report
Brazilian crypto activity surged 43% in 2025, with average user investment exceeding $1,000, according to a Mercado Bitcoin report.
US lawmakers propose tax break for small stablecoin payments, staking rewards
US lawmakers introduced a draft bill proposing a $200 tax exemption for small stablecoin payments and a five-year deferral for crypto staking/mining rewards.
Crypto community ‘very sorry’ over Senator Lummis' reelection decision
The crypto industry expressed regret over Senator Cynthia Lummis' decision not to seek reelection, praising her advocacy for digital assets.
House lawmakers draft plan to ease taxes on small stablecoin transactions
House lawmakers drafted a plan to exempt capital gains taxes on stablecoin transactions under $200.
Elon Musk’s net worth hits record $749B after legal win restores massive Tesla compensation
Elon Musk's net worth reached $749 billion after the Delaware Supreme Court reinstated his 2018 Tesla compensation package.
Crypto market ‘isn’t scared enough’ to call a bottom yet: Santiment
Santiment founder Maksim Balashevich suggests Bitcoin could drop to $75,000 because online optimism indicates the market isn't fearful enough for a true bottom.
Bitcoin's apparent demand shrinks, signals new bear market: Analysts
Analysts suggest Bitcoin has entered a bear market due to shrinking demand, ETF outflows, and price breaking key support levels.
Tom Lee addresses Fundstrat’s bitcoin outlook controversy on X
Tom Lee responded to an X debate over seemingly conflicting bitcoin forecasts from Fundstrat analysts by endorsing a nuanced explanation.
Solana Price Depends On Existing SOL Holders, Here’s Why
Solana's price recovery hinges on current SOL holders maintaining support as new address creation has sharply declined.
Bitcoin’s inability to reclaim $90,000 exposes a deep structural fracture that could trap investors during the next unwind
Bitcoin's struggle below $90,000 stems from structural market fragility following a major liquidation event, evidenced by thin liquidity and off-exchange volume migration.
Sell Bitcoin for gold? Not so fast, one analyst says
Analyst Matthew Kratter argues Bitcoin is a superior long-term store of value compared to gold due to its fundamental properties.
Bipartisan House lawmakers unveil crypto tax framework with stablecoin safe harbor, staking deferral: Bloomberg
Bipartisan House lawmakers released a draft crypto tax framework including a stablecoin safe harbor and a five-year deferral option for staking rewards.
Uniswap news: UNI Surges after voting opens on proposal to turn on protocol fees
UNI tokens surged nearly 19% after governance voting began on the 'Unification' proposal to activate protocol fees and burn mechanisms.
Hundreds of Crypto Firms Slam US Bank’s Lobby to Prohibit Stablecoin Yields
Over 125 crypto firms oppose banking lobbyists seeking to close a loophole allowing yield on stablecoin deposits under the GENIUS Act.
VanEck's new Avalanche ETF filing to include staking rewards for AVAX investors
VanEck updated its Avalanche ETF filing (VAVX) to include staking rewards generated from up to 70% of its AVAX holdings.
State of Crypto: Trying to figure out the market structure bill's prognosis
Senate consideration of the market structure bill is delayed until 2026, significantly reducing its chances of passing this year.
Brooklyn man indicted for allegedly stealing $16 million from Coinbase users through phishing scheme
A Brooklyn man was indicted for allegedly stealing $16 million from about 100 Coinbase users via a phishing scheme.
Hilbert Group buys Enigma Nordic in $32 million deal to boost crypto trading edge
Hilbert Group acquired high-frequency trading platform Enigma Nordic for $32 million to enhance its algorithmic crypto trading capabilities.
XRP Whales Bought $640 Million, What are They Anticipating?
XRP whales accumulated approximately $642 million worth of tokens, signaling confidence despite recent price struggles.
Victim offers $1 million bounty, legal threat after $50 million crypto theft
A crypto user lost $50 million in USDT via an address poisoning scam and is now offering a $1 million bounty with legal threats for its return.
Blockchain and no-code tools challenge AWS' dominance: Crypto exec
AI-powered no-code tools and blockchain decentralization are poised to challenge AWS' dominance in cloud computing.
XRP ETFs are booming, but a quiet $15 billion payment layer matters more than the price
While XRP ETFs are growing rapidly, the underlying $15 billion in On-Demand Liquidity payments and XRPL infrastructure are more indicative of durable adoption.
Bitcoin RSI nears three-year lows vs. gold as analyst sees bullish comeback
Bitcoin's value against gold is near multi-year lows, signaling a potential bottom and bullish reversal according to analysts.
Crypto trader loses $50 million in address poisoning attack, offers $1 million bounty for return
A crypto trader lost nearly $50 million in USDT via an address poisoning attack and offered a $1 million bounty for its return.
HBAR Price Looks Closely Tied to Bitcoin, What’s Next?
HBAR faces bearish pressure, closely mirroring Bitcoin's performance, with technical indicators suggesting further declines toward $0.099.
Brazil’s gen Z drives crypto boom as stablecoins, income tokens surge
Brazil's Gen Z is fueling a crypto boom by favoring low-volatility assets like stablecoins and tokenized fixed income.
What BitMine’s 4M ETH holdings mean for its stock valuation
BitMine's stock valuation is closely tied to its nearly 4 million ETH holdings, making it a crypto treasury proxy rather than a traditional company.
Fidelity's Jurrien Timmer: Expect lame 2026 as four-year bitcoin cycle appears intact
Fidelity's Jurrien Timmer believes Bitcoin's four-year cycle remains intact, predicting a 'year off' in 2026 after a recent peak.
Ethereum Developers Plan ‘Glamsterdam’ and ‘Hegota’ Upgrades for 2026
Ethereum developers plan two major upgrades, 'Glamsterdam' and 'Hegota,' for 2026 to establish a biannual release cadence.
XRP ETFs see steady inflows as total assets hit $1.2B
XRP spot ETFs have accumulated $1.2 billion in assets following continuous daily inflows since their launch.
Bitcoin ETF outflows look terrifying, but a hidden derivatives pattern proves the smart money isn’t actually fleeing
Despite alarming headline outflows, Bitcoin ETF data suggests smart money is unwinding structured trades, not fleeing the market.
Will Zcash (ZEC) Price Rally Beyond $500? Here’s What the Charts Say
Zcash (ZEC) gained 13% approaching $500, supported by positive RSI momentum and easing capital outflows.
Bitcoin’s quantum debate is resurfacing, and markets are starting to notice
The resurfacing debate over quantum computing's long-term threat to Bitcoin's cryptography is causing market unease despite developers claiming immediate risk is low.
Bitcoin ETF (BTC) news: IBIT posted $25 billion of inflows in 2025 even as returns went negative
BlackRock's IBIT Bitcoin ETF attracted $25 billion in inflows in 2025 despite having a negative 9.6% return.
Crypto Trader Suffers $50 million Loss Following Address Poisoning Attack
A crypto trader lost $50 million in USDT after falling for an address poisoning attack that exploited truncated address displays in their wallet history.
Pro-Crypto Senator Cynthia Lummis Won’t Run for Re-Election
Pro-crypto Senator Cynthia Lummis announced she will not seek re-election in 2026, creating a two-year push to codify digital asset laws.
UK crypto regulation: FCA consultations signal new market rules ahead of 2027
The FCA has released consultations detailing the UK's new crypto regulatory framework, set for full implementation by October 2027.
IBIT ranking 6th in 2025 ETF flows despite negative returns is ‘a really good sign’
BlackRock's IBIT ranked sixth in ETF inflows despite negative returns, signaling strong long-term investor commitment.
Ethereum Foundation refocuses to security over speed – sets strict 128-bit rule for 2026
The Ethereum Foundation is shifting focus from zkEVM speed to soundness, setting a non-negotiable 128-bit security target by late 2026.
How a single copy-paste mistake cost a user $50M in USDt
A user lost nearly $50 million in USDt due to an address poisoning scam involving a subtle copy-paste error.
Bitcoin Price ‘Oversold,’ Says Tom Lee, as Community Pushes Back Against His ATH Predictions
Fundstrat's Tom Lee called Bitcoin 'extremely oversold' and due for a bounce, despite community skepticism over his aggressive all-time-high price forecasts.
Fundstrat’s circulating 2026 crypto outlook warns of pullback, contrasting Tom Lee
A circulating Fundstrat report suggests a 2026 crypto pullback, contrasting with Tom Lee's recent bullish public statements.
Autumn stress test for the crypto market: A correction or a new market paradigm
The recent 30% crypto market decline is a temporary correction driven by institutional repositioning, economic slowdown, and leverage flush-out, signaling a new paradigm.
Adam Back slams Bitcoiner VC for ‘uninformed noise’ about quantum risk
Blockstream CEO Adam Back criticized VC Nic Carter for spreading "uninformed noise" regarding quantum computing threats to Bitcoin.
Fidelity’s director predicts Bitcoin will enter bear market in 2026, bottoming near $65K
Fidelity's director predicts Bitcoin may enter a bear market in 2026, bottoming near $65,000, despite remaining a long-term bull.
US Dollar Price Annual Forecast: Will 2026 be a Year of Transition?
The US Dollar is entering a transitional phase in 2026, expecting moderate softening as global growth evens out and Fed easing begins cautiously.
Bitcoin rallies thwarted by fading Fed rate cut odds, softening US macro
Bitcoin's rally above $92,000 is being blocked by reduced odds of Fed rate cuts and general risk aversion in softening US economic data.
Altcoin season never ended, traders just missed the winners: Hayes
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes argues that an altcoin season is always happening, but traders miss it by expecting past winners to repeat.
Senator Lummis to retire from Senate in 2027, focuses on crypto legislation as final legacy
Senator Cynthia Lummis announced she will retire in 2027, dedicating her final term to advancing crypto market structure legislation.
SEC Finalizes Civil Judgments Against Key FTX and Alameda Executives
The SEC finalized civil settlements imposing officer/director bans on former FTX and Alameda executives Caroline Ellison, Gary Wang, and Nishad Singh.
US Clarity Act unlikely to be ‘world-shaking’ for Bitcoin’s price: Brandt
Veteran trader Peter Brandt suggests the US Clarity Act will be positive for regulation but not drastically impact Bitcoin's price.
CryptoQuant says bear market has started, sees bitcoin downside risk to $70,000
CryptoQuant asserts a bear market has begun due to slowing Bitcoin demand, projecting downside risk to $70,000.
3 Altcoins To Watch This Weekend | December 20 – 21
This weekend's focus is on three altcoins: NIGHT, PUMP, and BCH, each presenting unique trading opportunities.
SEC confirms years-long director bans for former Alameda, FTX executives
The SEC confirmed officer-and-director bars ranging from eight to ten years for former FTX/Alameda executives Ellison, Wang, and Singh.
Crypto's closest ally in Congress, Sen. Lummis, is retiring next year
Senator Cynthia Lummis, a key advocate for digital assets in the Senate, announced she will not seek re-election in 2026.
Crypto’s Capitol Hill champion Sen. Lummis says she won’t seek re-election
Senator Cynthia Lummis, a key proponent of crypto legislation, announced she will not seek re-election in 2027.
Pro-crypto US Senator Lummis won't seek reelection in 2026
Pro-crypto US Senator Cynthia Lummis announced she will not seek reelection in 2026, citing a lack of energy for another six-year term.
Japan’s rate hike ends the ‘free money’ era and puts Bitcoin on notice
The Bank of Japan's rate hike signals the end of ultra-low rates, potentially disrupting the yen carry trade that financed global leverage, including crypto.
Blockchain Association says no to expanding stablecoin yield prohibition
The Blockchain Association opposes expanding stablecoin yield prohibitions to application layers, citing anti-competitive concerns.
Crypto Biz: Bank stablecoins get a rulebook; Bitcoin gets a land grab
The FDIC proposed rules for bank-issued stablecoins, while corporate Bitcoin accumulation and Bhutan's BTC financing plans mark key industry developments.
Galaxy predicts stablecoins will overtake ACH transaction volume in 2026
Galaxy Research forecasts stablecoins will surpass Automated Clearing House transaction volume by 2026 due to regulatory clarity and adoption.
Cooling Inflation, Weak Confidence: What the Michigan Consumer Data Means for Bitcoin
Michigan consumer data shows easing inflation expectations supporting Bitcoin, despite weak overall consumer confidence.
DraftKings eyes crypto offerings as it expands into prediction markets
DraftKings launched its DraftKings Predictions app, expanding into regulated prediction markets with future plans for crypto-linked contracts.
90% of HBAR Buyers Are Gone — Is Price Breakdown Now the Base Case?
HBAR buying pressure has collapsed by 90% in a month, making a price breakdown the likely base case scenario.
Samourai co-founder claims Biden-era lawfare in calling for Trump pardon
Samourai co-founder Keonne Rodriguez, reporting to prison, publicly asked Donald Trump for a pardon, alleging Biden DOJ lawfare.
Citigroup sets Bitcoin’s base price target at $143,000 amid ETF demand
Citigroup analysts set a 12-month base price target of $143,000 for Bitcoin, citing strong demand from spot ETFs.
The Daily: Terraform Labs liquidator sues Jump Trading, US crypto czar David Sacks confirms Clarity Act markup for January, and more
Terraform Labs' liquidator sued Jump Trading for $4 billion, David Sacks confirmed a January markup for the Clarity Act, and the Senate confirmed Michael Selig as CFTC Chair.