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More NFTs, less money: Supply rose to 1.3B as sales fell 37% in 2025

NFT minting accelerated even as buyers spent less, pushing the market toward a high-volume, low-price dynamic.

Bitwise files with US SEC for 11 single‑token ‘strategy’ crypto ETFs

Bitwise is seeking SEC approval for 11 single‑token “strategy” ETFs tied to major altcoins, expanding its product shelf deeper into the altcoin market.

Coinbase exec warns Senate stablecoin misstep could hand China global edge

A Coinbase executive said changes to the GENIUS Act could weaken US dollar stablecoins as China moves to boost the digital yuan by allowing interest-bearing wallets.

Ethereum L1 transactions hit 2.2M a day; each costs about 17 cents

Ethereum transactions were the most costly in May 2022 when fees were over $200 per transaction on average. They have been declining since.

Uganda opposition leader promotes Bitchat amid fears of internet blackout

Google Trends search for “Bitchat” in Uganda shows a spike from 0 to 100 on Wednesday, the day after opposition leader Bobi Wine urged people to download it.

BitMine bags $98M in ETH as year-end selling caps gains: Tom Lee

BitMine snared another 32,938 ETH on Tuesday as end-of-year tax-loss sellers and bots kept prices down, Fundstrat’s Tom Lee said.

Crypto lagged gold, stocks, but 2026 offers chance for ‘catch up’

Since the start of November, gold is up 9%, the S&P 500 has gained 1%, and Bitcoin is down 20%, but 2026 could see crypto close the gap.

What the Fed’s divided 2026 outlook means for Bitcoin and crypto

The Federal Reserve’s December dot plot revealed sharp divisions on 2026 rate cuts, with analysts predicting one to two cuts could shape crypto momentum.

Pakistan could be a crypto leader in 5 years at current pace: CZ

Former Binance boss Changpeng Zhao has praised Pakistan for its speedy crypto adoption in 2025, saying the country is on track to become a crypto leader by 2030.

2026 Fed cuts will be ‘key catalyst’ for retail’s return to crypto

Investors will be more excited about crypto if the Fed continues cutting rates in 2026, says a crypto analyst.

US prosecutors oppose Defi Education Fund brief ahead of potential MEV case retrial

The possible retrial of two brothers alleged to have exploited the Ethereum blockchain could come soon, but the US government argued one amicus brief isn't relevant to consider.

Prenetics scraps Bitcoin strategy to focus on Beckham-backed nutrition brand

The company will keep its Bitcoin holdings but stopped accumulating BTC as it shifts capital toward scaling its consumer health brand.

South Korea delays crypto bill over stablecoin concerns: Report

The introduction of a stablecoin bill pioneered by South Korean President Lee Jae-myung will reportedly be delayed into 2026 after concerns about issuers.

How privacy prevailed in an otherwise dismal Q4 for crypto

Relative outperformance by privacy-focused cryptocurrencies such as Zcash suggests defensive positioning as markets absorbed losses and broader structural stress.

Cypherpunk lifts crypto treasury with $29M Zcash purchase

The digital asset treasury company backed by Winklevoss Capital seeks to capture 5% of the total supply of the privacy-focused cryptocurrency.

Grayscale moves toward exchange listing for TAO trust in US

The proposed TAO investment vehicle, one of the first exchange-traded products that could be available to US markets, is expected to be listed on NYSE Arca following approval.

Ethereum quietly sets a record: 8.7M contracts deployed in one quarter

Onchain development activity on Ethereum has rebounded sharply, driven by tokenized assets, stablecoins and infrastructure, according to Token Terminal.

XRP supply on exchanges hits 8-year lows: Will it spark a 2026 price rally?

XRP exchange supply hits 8-year lows, tightening the available supply for sale and setting the stage for a potential 2026 supply-shock rally.

How Strategy keeps buying Bitcoin during market downturns

Strategy keeps buying Bitcoin during downturns by tapping equity markets and reserves, turning dilution and financing costs into a repeatable accumulation engine.

Russia targets unregistered crypto miners with new criminal penalties

Russia’s justice ministry proposed fines and prison for illegal crypto mining, as officials say most miners still haven’t joined the tax register.

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