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Crypto Biz: Bank stablecoins get a rulebook; Bitcoin gets a land grab

FDIC reveals a path for bank-issued stablecoins under the GENIUS Act as corporate BTC treasuries expand, Anchorage buys Securitize’s RIA arm and Bhutan taps reserves.

Galaxy predicts stablecoins will overtake ACH transaction volume in 2026

In its annual predictions report, Galaxy’s analysts said onchain dollar transfers could process more volume next year than the US bank system that handles payroll and bill payments.

DraftKings eyes crypto offerings as it expands into prediction markets

DraftKings launches a prediction markets app in 38 states, setting the stage for future crypto-linked contracts under a regulated US derivatives framework.

Price predictions 12/19: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, BCH, HYPE, LINK

Bitcoin and several major altcoins are attempting to start a recovery, but negative investor sentiment and selling at the range highs are preventing a stronger bull trend from forming.

Samourai co-founder claims Biden-era lawfare in calling for Trump pardon

Keonne Rodriguez said on social media that he will report to prison on Friday to begin his five-year sentence for operating an illegal money transmitter.

Arthur Hayes argues new Fed liquidity tool “RMP” masks renewed money printing

The BitMEX co-founder's latest Substack essay argues the US Fed’s liquidity program mirrors quantitative easing mechanics that favor Bitcoin and other scarce assets.

Bitcoin dips below $85K as DATs face ‘mNAV rollercoaster’: Finance Redefined

The volatility of the cryptocurrency market is threatening the stability of corporate crypto treasury companies, resulting in larger swings in their net asset value that threaten their fundraising abilities.

Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin thesis: Money or commodity?

Bitcoin advocates have been divided over Michael Saylor’s updated BTC thesis, leaving question marks over how the Strategy CEO views the cryptocurrency.

New Bitcoin whales are rewriting BTC’s market structure: Data

Bitcoin's onchain data reveals new BTC whales with 50% of the realized capital, highlighting a shift in how capital is shaping the market.

UK crypto regulation is coming: What the FCA’s new consultation means

The UK’s financial watchdog has launched a sweeping consultation that could reshape how crypto exchanges, staking services and DeFi operate ahead of a 2027 rollout.

Coinbase ‘cautiously optimistic’ on 2026 as crypto nears institutional inflection point

Coinbase Institutional says clearer regulation, stablecoin growth and shifting macro conditions could mark a turning point for crypto markets in 2026.

Polish parliament approves revived crypto bill, heads to Senate

The legislation, which many have criticized for being overly restrictive for the digital asset market, was reintroduced with “not even a comma” changed, according to one lawmaker.

ECB eyes onchain settlements next year as lawmakers weigh digital euro privacy

The European Central Bank plans to enable DLT transactions in 2026 as it prepares for the digital euro issuance and lawmakers establish rules on privacy.

Blockchains quietly prepare for quantum threat as Bitcoin debates timeline

Altcoin blockchains are preparing for long-term quantum risk, while influential Bitcoin voices disagree over how and when it should be addressed.

Solana AI token Ava hit by launch sniping tied to deployer: Bubblemaps

Bubblemaps says 23 wallets tied to the Ava deployer sniped 40% of the AVA supply at launch. The Solana AI token later fell 96% from its peak.

What Malaysia’s royal stablecoin reveals about Asia’s shift to tokenized money

Malaysia’s RMJDT shows how Asia is pulling stablecoins into regulated finance, linking tokenized assets with local-currency onchain settlement.

Bitcoin weekly RSI falls to most oversold levels since $15K BTC price

Bitcoin’s 36% drawdown from its all-time highs resulted in the relative strength index flashing a potential bottom signal not seen since early 2023.

Fidelity macro lead calls $65K Bitcoin bottom in 2026, end of bull cycle

Fidelity’s director of macro is predicting a Bitcoin bottom near $65,000 in 2026, but remains a “secular bull” despite predicting an end to the current four-year cycle.

Jump Trading hit with $4B lawsuit tied to $50B Terra crash: WSJ

Terraform Labs sued Jump Trading and senior executives for $4 billion, alleging the firm manipulated Terra’s ecosystem and unlawfully profited from the crash, the WSJ reported.

Bybit relaunches UK platform via Archax under FCA promotion rules

Bybit is relaunching in the UK with a stripped‑back spot and P2P platform, reopening a market it exited after the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) 2023 crackdown.

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