Author: James Wilson
Crypto prices today are edging higher as traders position for the Federal Reserve’s December interest rate decision and a possible shift in liquidity conditions. Summary Bitcoin, Ethereum, and major altcoins rose ahead of the Fed policy decision. Traders expect a 25bp cut with mixed historical reactions after FOMC events. Analysts see possible short-term swings, with key support near $87,000. The total cryptocurrency market value rose 3% to $3.2 trillion, extending a quiet recovery across major assets. Bitcoin gained 2.3% in the past day to $92,496, while Ethereum increased 6% to $3,312. Solana rose 3.9% to $138, continuing its steady climb.…
Aave Labs has proposed deploying Aave V3 on MegaETH at mainnet launch to capture early liquidity and borrowing demand. Summary Aave Labs reopened its ARFC to deploy Aave V3 on MegaETH at Day 0. Incentives include 30M MegaETH points and a 6% MEGA KPI reserve. Proposal follows MegaETH’s $1B pre-deposit event and Aave’s recent product updates. Aave Labs has submitted a new governance proposal to launch Aave V3 on MegaETH at mainnet Day 0, aiming to draw fast user growth, deep liquidity, and strong borrowing demand. The Dec. 8 proposal reopens an earlier discussion to prepare a V3 deployment on…
TRUMP memecoin is launching a Trump-themed mobile game to revive engagement after an 87% price slide from its all-time high. Summary TRUMP announces Trump Billionaires Club, a mobile game with NFT collectibles and token-based gameplay. A $1 million prize pool in TRUMP tokens targets early user onboarding and retail excitement. The launch follows a steep token drawdown and aims to renew activity through gamified incentives. The TRUMP memecoin has unveiled Trump Billionaires Club, a Trump-themed mobile game built to inject fresh engagement into the token’s ecosystem after a steep 87% drawdown from its early-2025 peak. Announced on Dec. 9 through…
Visa unveiled new survey data highlighting the growing impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and cryptocurrency on consumer spending, marking a generational shift in shopping behavior this holiday season. Summary Visa’s survey shows nearly 50% of U.S. shoppers are using AI tools for holiday shopping. Gen Z is outpacing other generations in digital-first shopping behaviors, including using digital wallets. As shoppers embrace new technologies, concerns about transparency, security, and online scams remain, with 61% preferring human customer service and 66% worried about potential online scams this season. According to the survey, nearly half of U.S. shoppers are now using AI tools…
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency has authorized national banks to intermediate crypto transactions through riskless principal trades, according to new guidance released by the agency. Summary The OCC authorized national banks to facilitate cryptocurrency transactions through riskless principal trades. This allows them to intermediate fully offsetting digital asset purchases and sales without taking market risk. The guidance comes amid broader 2025 policy shifts as U.S. banking regulators roll back earlier restrictions. The OCC published Interpretive Letter 1188 on December 9, formally permitting national banks to participate in transactions where they briefly purchase digital assets from one customer…
Circle stock showed signs of potential decline as a technical indicator signaled a sell opportunity, according to market analyst Ali Martinez, despite recent positive business developments for the stablecoin issuer. Summary Circle shares saw a decline after hitting a sell signal on the TD Sequential indicator; the stock erased earlier gains this year. Despite market fluctuations, Circle has expanded its regulatory presence, securing Financial Services Permission in the UAE to operate as a money services provider. Circle has also launched USDCx, a stablecoin with enhanced privacy features through a partnership with Aleo blockchain, and partnered with Bybit to boost global…
21Shares has just filed an updated prospectus for its eagerly anticipated 21Shares XRP ETF (TOXR), pushing the product one step closer to gaining regulatory approval—just in time for a fresh wave of investor interest in crypto-linked exchange-traded products. Summary 21Shares has filed an updated prospectus for its 21Shares XRP ETF (TOXR). The ETF is one step closer to regulatory approval and launch, with a lower management fee of 0.30%. 21Shares is seeding its product with 20,000 shares priced at $25 each, as traders anticipate a potential rally similar to Solana’s. For those who’ve been following the saga, the 21Shares XRP…
Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. As stablecoin oversight tightens, SolStaking’s automated payouts and insured custody draw investors seeking steady income. The United States is entering a major regulatory shift. The FDIC is finalizing its first proposal under the GENIUS Act, a new federal framework that will govern how stablecoin issuers operate nationwide. The draft — expected to reach Congress soon — outlines capital standards, liquidity rules, and reserve diversification requirements that issuers must follow. For the industry, this represents progress. For investors, it introduces…
Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. Crypto markets shift as altcoin momentum fades, boosting interest in utility projects like Remittix and fresh Dogecoin forecasts. Summary Crypto shifts favor utility projects as Remittix gains traction, funding, and user growth while traders revisit Dogecoin outlook. Remittix has raised $28.5m funding, and is expanding wallet access as Dogecoin momentum weakens in the market. CertiK-verified Remittix advances with listings and payment features, drawing investors seeking utility amid changing altcoin trends. The broader crypto market continues to shift as new…
XRP price continues to compress inside a tightening triangle pattern, increasing the probability of a major breakout as price approaches the apex between key support and resistance levels. Summary XRP’s trading range is tightening, hinting that a major move is approaching. Market attention is building as price hovers near a crucial decision point. A surge in trading activity could determine whether XRP trends higher or breaks lower. XRP (XRP) price is showing one of its clearest structural patterns in months as price compresses into a multi-week symmetrical triangle. With higher lows forming beneath lower highs, the asset is now coiling…