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Crypto Talkies December 31st 2025
Crypto closed out the day with a strange mix of exhaustion and ambition: volumes are scraping the bottom of the barrel, big players are making huge conviction bets, regulators are still catching up, and hackers are having their best year since, well, ever. Let’s walk through what actually mattered. First, the backdrop.
US Senate Sets January 15 Markup for Crypto Market Structure Bill
What is the CLARITY Act? The CLARITY Act, or the ‘Cryptocurrency Legislation and Regulatory Clarity for Investors and Entrepreneurs Act,’ aims to provide clarity and regulation for the cryptocurrency market in the United States. This bill has been in the works for several months and has gained traction among lawmakers
Base's creator coin push sparks builder backlash over favoritism concerns
Pushing Back Against Zora: As the popularity of creator coins continues to rise, some builders on Base are expressing their concerns about the network's close alignment with Zora. While Zora has gained attention for its innovative approach to creator coins, some argue that this focus on individual creators may be overs
Crypto Talkies December 30th 2025
Crypto markets are heading into the night with a strange mix of impatience and quiet conviction. Prices are choppy, leverage is loud, regulators are confused as ever, and yet the long-term crowd seems more confident than they’ve been in years. Let’s start with XRP (XRP), which spent the day stuck in a tense standoff. T
Bitwise files 11 more crypto ETF applications with the SEC
Bitwise Files Eleven Crypto ETF Applications Bitwise, a leading provider of cryptocurrency index funds, has taken a major step towards bringing digital currencies to mainstream investors. The company has filed eleven crypto ETF applications with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), seeking broader regulat
Scam Alert: Unleash Protocol Faces Multisig Exploit
What Happened? On June 17, 2021, Unleash Protocol announced that they had identified unauthorized activity involving their smart contracts. According to the official statement, this activity led to the withdrawal and transfer of user funds. The team at Unleash Protocol immediately began investigating the issue and aler
Crypto Talkies December 29th 2025
As the crypto markets limp toward the end of 2025, tonight’s tape reads like a strange mix of stress test and quiet conviction. Regulations are tightening, institutions are doubling down, and a few blockchains are being forced to answer the uncomfortable question: “What do we really stand for?” Let’s start with the cou
Binance confirms Visa, Mastercard withdrawal pause for Ukrainian users
Regulatory Changes Impact Ukrainian Crypto Users Binance, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges in the world, has recently announced that they will no longer support Visa and Mastercard withdrawals for users in Ukraine. This decision was made due to changes in regulations that affect the services provided by Bifi
Crypto Market Braces for Impact as BOJ Signals Further Rate Cuts Despite Yen Crash
This has caused a frenzy among traders, with many turning to popular cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) for stability and potential profits. Bitcoin (BTC) Takes The Lead Bitcoin (BTC) has always been the leader in the crypto market, and it continues to hold its position as the most valuable and s
Crypto Talkies December 26th 2025
Ethereum’s to-do list for 2026 just got very real. Core developers have mapped out two big upgrades, Glamsterdam in mid‑2026 and Heze‑Bogota in late‑2026, aimed squarely at Ethereum’s long-standing pain points: speed, cost, and censorship resistance. The plan is to introduce more parallel processing so the network can
Mirae Asset in talks to buy Korean crypto exchange Korbit in $100M deal: Report
Potential Acquisition of Korbit by Mirae Asset Group The Korean financial conglomerate Mirae Asset Group is making moves to enter the world of cryptocurrency. According to reports from local media, the company is currently in talks to acquire the popular South Korean crypto exchange Korbit in a deal worth up to $100 mi
Coinbase CEO says reopening GENIUS Act is ‘red line,' slams bank lobbying
Reopening the GENIUS Act The GENIUS Act, or the “Growing and Empowering Minority Depository Institutions and Credit Unions” Act, was introduced in 2020 as a way to help minority depository institutions (MDIs) and credit unions access capital and support. However, recently there have been discussions about reopening the
BlackRock Hints at a Big Sell-Off As $27B In Crypto Options Expire
BlackRock's Crypto Sell-Off: Many in the crypto community are speculating about BlackRock's intentions, as the company has been known for its cautious approach towards cryptocurrencies. However, with the recent transfer of over $400 million worth of Bitcoin and Ethereum to Coinbase, it seems that the asset manager may
CZ Reacts to Trust Wallet Hack. Are Funds SAFU?
What is SAFU? SAFU stands for “Secure Asset Fund for Users” and was created by Binance after the infamous hack in 2018 where hackers stole 7,000 BTC from the exchange. The fund was created to protect users in the event of a security breach and to ensure that they are compensated for any lost funds. The Trust Wallet Hac
Crypto Talkies December 25th 2025
If you were hoping for a quiet evening in crypto, today had other plans. From record-breaking dealmaking to a brand-new national stablecoin and growing regulatory muscle, the space is reshuffling in real time – even as Bitcoin (BTC) looks increasingly tired at the top. Let’s start with the big money. Crypto mergers and
Lithuania warns unlicensed crypto service providers of consequences
Introduction: The Importance of Crypto Regulation in Lithuania Cryptocurrency has been gaining popularity in recent years, and Lithuania is no exception. With the rise of digital currencies comes the need for proper regulation to protect investors and ensure the stability of the market. In this blog post, we will discu
Crypto Talkies December 24th 2025
Another day, another round of crypto drama, regulation, and quiet accumulation behind the scenes. As the sun sets on today’s market, here’s what actually moved the needle while prices mostly pretended to be asleep. Let’s start with the headline you don’t want to ignore: the SEC just charged a cluster of fake crypto tra
HashKey secures $250M for new crypto fund amid ‘significant interest'
Institutional Demand for Crypto Remains Strong Despite the recent market volatility, institutional demand for cryptocurrencies continues to grow. This is evident in HashKey Capital's recent fundraising success, with $250 million raised in commitments for their fourth crypto fund. This shows that traditional investors a
Crypto Talkies December 23rd 2025
Crypto markets are limping into the evening, but the headlines are anything but quiet. Bitcoin (BTC) spent the day under pressure, with broader crypto sliding as bearish sentiment, tax‑loss selling, and options expiry all piled on at once. After briefly reclaiming a $3 trillion total market cap earlier this year, digit
Bybit to discontinue services for Japanese residents, citing regulations
What does this mean for Bybit users in Japan? This decision by Bybit is significant for users in Japan as it will ultimately lead to the complete termination of services on the platform. This includes trading, deposits, and withdrawals. It is important for Japanese users to take note of this timeline and plan according
Crypto Talkies December 22nd 2025
Tonight’s crypto tape reads like a mashup of “institutions are finally getting serious,” “code is still eating finance,” and “please stop downloading sketchy game mods.” Let’s start with the battle for truth online. Ethereum’s Vitalik Buterin (ETH) is doubling down on a very on‑brand belief: if you want real answers on
JPMorgan exploring crypto trading to institutional clients, Bloomberg News reports
Exploring the Crypto Market JPMorgan Chase, one of the largest banks in the world, is looking to enter the cryptocurrency market. This move could potentially open up a whole new world of opportunities for the bank and its clients. The bank's interest in cryptocurrency has been fueled by the increasing demand and mainst
Crypto Talkies December 19th 2025
Regulators, quantum fears, and a little bomb scare: it was a busy day in cryptoland. Let’s start in Washington, where the U.S. Senate just handed the industry a potentially big win. Lawmakers confirmed Michael Selig to lead the CFTC and Travis Hill to head the FDIC. Both have reputations for taking digital assets serio
Indonesia lists 29 licensed crypto platforms as big exchanges explore market
Licensed Digital Asset and Crypto Trading Platforms in Indonesia Indonesia's financial regulator, the OJK, has recently released a list of 29 licensed digital asset and crypto trading platforms in the country. This comes after the OJK tightened its regulations on digital assets in an effort to protect investors and pre