The fourth-largest bitcoin treasury company, Metaplanet, said it picked up 4,279 BTC, lifting its total holdings to a tidy 35,102 BTC. Metaplanet Expands Bitcoin Holdings Again, Solidifies No. 4 Treasury Rank The publicly traded Japanese firm Metaplanet disclosed Tuesday that it scooped up 4,279 BTC during the fourth quarter. The purchase comes on the heels […]

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The XRP Ledger (XRPL) closed 2025 with real progress on smart contracts, interoperability, and tokenization, but builders say 2026 needs to focus on removing user friction, improving DEX liquidity, and funding apps that can scale beyond the core community. What The XRP Ledger Achieved In 2025 XRPL dUNL validator Vet said 2025 was “great” across […]

XRP has been crowned as Uphold's most traded token.

South Korea's ruling Democratic Party is working to consolidate several lawmaker proposals into a revised digital asset bill.

Midnight [NIGHT] was up 2.5% in the past 24 hours, at the time of writing, and up 18.1% for the week. It has outperformed Bitcoin [BTC], which was down 1.85% in a day and only up 0.3% over the past weThe post Why is NIGHT’s price up today? $0.13 move possible, but only IF… appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Struggles at $88,000 as Thin Holiday Trading Stalls Year-End Rally The bitcoin price is stuck near $88,000 as thin holiday liquidity, fading ETF demand, and unwinding leverage continue to cap any year-end breakout above $90,000. This post Bitcoin Price Struggles at $88,000 as Thin Holiday Trading Stalls Year-End Rally first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Bitcoin is showing signs of recovery as whales are scooping the asset in large quantities, positioning it for a bigger price upswing.

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In the fast-evolving world of blockchain, (Decentralized Finance) and are leading the charge toward a more open, user-controlled internet. As we head into 2026, trends from 2025 show DApps expanding beyond basic trading and lending into seamless cross-chain operations, self-sovereign […] The post Top DeFi and Web3 Social DApps to Try in 2026 appeared first on Blockmanity.

Robinhood's Stephanie Guild told CNBC that the company has observed increased customer participation and net buying activity, particularly during the summer.

TLDR: XRP surged 432% from $0.50-$0.60 accumulation zone to $3.30, marking a structural market shift Seven consecutive weeks of XRP ETF inflows demonstrate sustained institutional demand and conviction Franklin Templeton positions XRP and XRPL as foundational building blocks in digital portfolios January historically ranks among XRP’s strongest months, adding seasonal support to current setup  XRP [...] The post XRP Holds $1.87 Support After 432% Rally as Institutional Inflows Build Momentum appeared first on Blockonomi.

A year-long investigation linked "Haby" to multiple Coinbase support scams.

A crypto analyst is pushing back against growing narratives around the Bitcoin supercycle, arguing that BTC’s biggest breakout is yet to arrive. He has revealed when the real supercycle will begin, centering his bullish thesis on a generational shift in capital, where BTC potentially overtakes traditional safe-haven assets like Gold as the preferred long-term store […]

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Bitcoin’s demand has improved, but the asset could remain choppy in the near term.  The long-term holders (LTH) have eased their sell-off after a persistent dump since July. These are investors The post Why Bitcoin could remain choppy despite the end of LTH sell-off appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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According to Alla Bakina, Director of the Central Bank’s National Payment System Department, the upcoming implementation of the digital Ruble presents opportunities in the payments arena. The bank estimates that it could reach 5% of the total payments in 7 years. Central Bank Of Russia Talks Ruble Potential In Form Payments And Cross-Border Settlements The […]

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

TLDR: SUI’s total value locked reaches $1 billion with continuous application deployment and Walrus growth Recent Robinhood and Coinbase New York listings expand retail access to the blockchain platform Price consolidation between $1.20-$1.40 shows selling pressure absorption and momentum exhaustion Top Binance traders aggressively increase long positions ahead of potential 20-day MA breakout SUI has [...] The post SUI Ecosystem Demonstrates Strong Fundamentals as Technical Indicators Point to Recovery Phase appeared first on Blockonomi.

Eric Adams says he will in his next act In a bold statement marking the end of his tenure as New York City mayor, Eric Adams has unveiled ambitious post-City Hall plans that blend his passion for cryptocurrency with social […] The post Eric Adams says he will fight antisemitism with cryptocurrency in his next act appeared first on Blockmanity.

The rebrand from AI16Z to ElizaOS has attracted renewed attention to the cryptocurrency, with the token migration currently in progress, according to project announcements.

Galaxy Digital has set an ambitious target of $250,000 for Bitcoin (BTC) by 2027, while cautioning that the outlook for 2026 appears “too chaotic” to make accurate predictions.  In its recent predictions report, the firm acknowledges the possibility of Bitcoin reaching new all-time highs next year, but emphasizes the considerable uncertainty surrounding near-term price movements. […]

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Key Highlights Prenetics Global has reportedly halted its “1 BTC per day” Bitcoin treasury acquisition program, which began…

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On Monday, Bitcoin set its course to reach the $90,000 price mark once again, but this move was brief as the flagship asset quickly lost the level and experienced a pullback. Despite the fluctuating price action, selling pressure seems to have reduced, and accumulation is gradually gaining traction. Selling Pressure From Bitcoin Long-Term Holders Eases […]

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Rising activity clashes with weakening momentum as XRP price struggles, flashing warning signals while volume expands and traders reposition aggressively.  Trading volume surged above $1.9 billionThe post Why losing THIS support could drag XRP toward $1 appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Looking ahead to 2026, CoinCodex thinks DOGE will stick close to $0.125–$0.145 — pretty calm. DigitalCoinPrice is more upbeat.

Crypto market today: XRP flips Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana in ETF inflows; Bitcoin bears stunned 3,436% liquidation imbalance; SHIB price rebounds.

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Protecting Residents from Rising Crypto Scams In a proactive move to shield its community from the growing threat of cryptocurrency fraud, , Nebraska, has rolled out a groundbreaking local ordinance. This isn’t just another regulation—it’s a direct response to the […] The post Grand Island Enforces New Ordinance to Combat Cryptocurrency Fraud appeared first on Blockmanity.

The Trump administration’s embrace of cryptocurrencies has positioned the U.S. as the global hub for digital assets, ending regulatory ambiguity and sparking a worldwide crypto “arms race.” This shift forced African nations—once hostile to cryptocurrencies—to dismantle prohibitive frameworks and embrace regulation to avoid economic isolation. From Prohibition to Pragmatism The Trump administration’s aggressive pivot to […]

VOOI's adoption of Chainlink's CCT standard could enhance cross-chain interoperability, potentially boosting user adoption and ecosystem growth. The post YZi Labs-backed DEX VOOI adopts Chainlink’s cross-chain token standard for secure transfers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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

Is the worst finally over for the Bitcoin bulls after months of selling pressure?.

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Bitcoin Magazine Async Payjoin, the HTTPS of Bitcoin Privacy  Executive Director Dan Gould highlights the nonprofit's mission to sustain open-source Bitcoin privacy development, drawing parallels to HTTPS mass adoption via Let's Encrypt. This post Async Payjoin, the HTTPS of Bitcoin Privacy  first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

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The next few weeks may determine whether Bitcoin can reclaim lost support or slide into a deeper correction.

The launch of these ETFs may influence investment trends by promoting a focus on domestic industries and conservative economic values. The post Trump Media debuts five Truth Social ETFs on NYSE appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Sluggish price action has been most evident across digital assets, while equities have managed to remain modestly bullish. Still, this dynamic may not persist. Incoming U.S. economic activity data coThe post Bitcoin is stuck - How U.S. housing data can decide BTC's next move appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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

According to reports, China will let commercial banks pay interest on balances held in digital yuan wallets starting January first, 2026. Related Reading: Iran’s Currency Crisis Triggers Protests, CEO Says Bitcoin Offers Exit The People’s Bank of China has laid out a new framework that moves the e-CNY from a cash-like tool to something closer […]

TLDR: Record $28 billion Bitcoin options expiry occurred with 267,000 contracts and $95,000 max pain level. Bitcoin ETF recorded net outflows of 8,951 BTC over seven days amid negative market sentiment shifts. Mining difficulty dropped from 152T to 148.26T as operators redirect capacity toward AI workloads. Analysts project short-term bounce toward $95,000 before downtrend resumes [...] The post Bitcoin Downtrend Persists Despite Record $28B Options Expiry Event appeared first on Blockonomi.

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BitMine’s Ethereum treasury continues to expand, and it has now surpassed $12 billion, as the firm continues to stack up the tokens in large quantities.

BNB price continues to hold above $800 support as RSI returns to neutral, signaling fading bearish momentum and opening the possibility of a rotational move toward higher resistance levels.

XRP has spent 70 days under the 50-week SMA, matching past cycles that preceded major rallies, while analysts monitor key support levels.

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.

Amid relentless crypto volatility, LeanHash is gaining attention from investors seeking risk control beyond price swings. With extreme volatility becoming the norm in the crypto market, more and more investors are beginning to re-examine a long-neglected question: does the real…

Injective's research page enhances transparency and accessibility, potentially fostering innovation and informed regulatory discussions in blockchain. The post Injective launches research page for seamless access to technical papers and insights appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin Magazine David Beckham’s Prenetics Stops All Bitcoin Purchases, Pivots Money to Wellness Brand Prenetics has stopped buying bitcoin and will focus its capital and strategy entirely on scaling IM8, its growing consumer health brand. This post David Beckham’s Prenetics Stops All Bitcoin Purchases, Pivots Money to Wellness Brand first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Bitcoin (BTC) has also formed several bearish chart patterns, pointing to a deeper dive in the coming weeks ahead of the upcoming FOMC minutes.

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For Shiba Inu [SHIB], 2025 has been a battle between innovation and security. Following a $4 million bridge exploit in September that rattled investor confidence, the project’s lead developers arThe post Shiba Inu’s $4M exploit sparks ‘Shib Owes You’ recovery plan - Details appeared first on AMBCrypto.

This collaboration could revolutionize fan engagement and financial transactions in combat sports, setting a precedent for web3 economies in sports. The post World Liberty, MMA Group collaborate to develop an MMA utility token and tokenized ecosystem for combat sports appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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

Can Bitcoin (BTC) continue to the $90,000 mark?

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This move is set to affect the trading pairs of major cryptocurrencies Bitcoin Cash (BCH), Bittensor (TAO), Avalanche (AVAX), Litecoin (LTC), Sui (SUI), Cardano (ADA) and Chainlink (LINK).

What Are and Why Do You Need One? In today’s fast-evolving crypto world, are revolutionizing how we spend digital assets. Gone are the days of selling your crypto on an exchange, withdrawing to a bank, and then using a traditional […] The post The Best Web3 Crypto Cards For Different Use Cases appeared first on Blockmanity.

AMT DeFi enables compliant XRP participation through renewable-energy cloud computing with stable, automated daily returns. Trump’s relationship with cryptocurrency is undergoing a clear strategic shift. Through the family-backed project World Liberty Financial (WLFI), his team is actively promoting the improvement…

The Pepe Coin price could be on the verge of a strong bearish breakout as a risky pattern forms and as whales dump 70b tokens.

Commentators challenged the logic of treating identical market mechanics as bullish for one asset and fatal for another.

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Crypto pundit SMQKE has shared a document highlighting why XRP’s utility will drive price appreciation in the new year. This follows a debate sparked by another pundit, Lewis Jackson, who argued that the altcoin’s payment utility doesn’t translate to higher prices.  How XRP’s Utility Will Drive Future Price Appreciation In an X post, SMQKE shared […]

New 48-hour countdown puts XRP bulls on alert right around a $3 call, and the math is big: that print points to a $182 billion market cap, above BNB, within reach of USDT's tier.

Should traders expect Ethereum (ETH) to drop to the $2,800 area by the end of the week?

In comparison to its broader L1 rivals, Solana saw significantly higher network revenue in 2025, a sign of its massive adoption.

Interaction between Cardano Founder Charles Hoskinson and Ripple CTO David Schwartz has sparked expectations in the crypto community.

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Should traders expect SHIB to test the $0.0000070 zone by the end of the week?

The Euro Pacific Capital economist contrasted the "earnings explosion" awaiting industrial silver miners against the yield-free vacuum of Bitcoin.

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Solana (SOL) price is beginning to show constructive price behavior after an extended period of downside pressure.

XRP is flashing an ultra-rare monthly golden cross against Bitcoin for the first time since 2018, a setup that could trigger a 1,200% relative run and map a $24 XRP case if BTC stays flat.

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BI DeFi offers compliant, green-energy cloud mining to earn XRP-linked yields without hardware ownership. The relationship between Trump and cryptocurrency is undergoing a significant strategic shift. Through his family-backed project, World Free Finance (WLFI), the Trump team is actively pushing…

Haseeb Qureshi, seasoned crypto VC and managing partner of Dragonfly Capital, shares his bold predictions for 2026.

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Big Shiba Inu position worth $3.47 million just left Coinbase through its Prime infrastructure, and the way it exited makes the move harder to dismiss as a simple coincidence.

TLDR: FSC designates exchanges with 11 million users as core infrastructure requiring stricter oversight. Dunamu’s Chairman Song must divest up to 10% of his 25% stake to comply with proposed regulations. Bithumb Holdings faces major restructuring with current 73% ownership far exceeding proposed caps. Industry critics warn regulations could infringe property rights while destabilizing management [...] The post South Korea Proposes 15-20% Ownership Caps for Major Crypto Exchanges appeared first on Blockonomi.

Digital Product Passports will force a data infrastructure overhaul of the supply chains, and blockchain is the only technology built for it.

Prenetics' strategic shift to focus on its health brand IM8 may enhance long-term shareholder value and drive significant market growth. The post Prenetics ends Bitcoin purchases to focus on its consumer health brand appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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New Ahead of 2026 As the crypto market gears up for what many experts predict will be a massive bull run in 2026, excitement is building. But with great opportunity comes great risk. Scammers are already laying the groundwork for […] The post New Cryptocurrency Scam Warning Ahead of 2026 appeared first on Blockmanity.

Meme coins entered 2025 riding political buzz and platform-fueled enthusiasm, but they are closing the year sharply smaller, bruised by oversupply, fading attention, and relentless volatility. The Meme Coin Reckoning: How 2025 Turned Speculation Into Capitulation The meme coin sector began the year with a market capitalization near $130 billion, carrying momentum from late 2024 […]

TLDR: Aave controls 59% of DeFi lending market and generates more revenue than next five competitors Protocol generated $885 million in fees during 2024 from real economic activity, not emissions Aave App offers 5%+ yields with fiat deposits, mimicking neobank experience for retail users Survey data reveals 74% of institutional investors planning DeFi entry within [...] The post Aave Commands 59% of DeFi Lending Market as Bankification Era Begins appeared first on Blockonomi.

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

Privacy-first financial tools are becoming a central part of how people interact with digital assets. As regulations tighten and onboarding requirements grow more complex, many users are actively searThe post Top 4 No-KYC Cards for 2026: Why Digitap ($TAP) is the Best Crypto to Buy Now appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Grayscale's move could accelerate mainstream adoption of decentralized AI technologies, impacting both crypto markets and AI innovation. The post Grayscale files initial S-1 for Bittensor ETF appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Cardano is at risk of losing its top 10 position amid consistent negative price action compared to Bitcoin Cash.

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Trust Wallet’s $7M Shock Meets a Security-First Rotation Toward Digitap. A security incident tied to Trust Wallet’s Chrome extension has been linked to approximately $7 million in crypto losses, reopening a familiar problem in this market cycle: retail security breaks first, and confidence breaks right after. Trust Wallet has urged users to avoid the affected [...] The post $7M Drained from Trust Wallet: Retail Investors Rotate to Digitap ($TAP) as the Best Crypto to Buy for Security appeared first on Blockonomi.

The cut-throat competition in the perpetual decentralized exchanges, popularly known as Perp DEXes, has stalled the market leader, Hyperliquid.  Rivals such as Binance-backed Aster saw significantThe post HYPE steadies as LIT’s post-airdrop sell-off deepens: What happens next? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Bitcoin Magazine Metaplanet Spends $451 Million on 4,279 Bitcoin in Q4 Metaplanet bought $451 million worth of bitcoin in the fourth quarter, lifting its holdings to 35,102 BTC as it doubles down on a high-risk, long-term treasury strategy. This post Metaplanet Spends $451 Million on 4,279 Bitcoin in Q4 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Ripple CTO David Schwartz addresses seeming XRPL limitation as 2026 nears.

TLDR: Sei Network processed $4.6 billion in spot trading volume during a single quarter on its platform. Major institutions including BlackRock, Apollo, and Nomura’s Laser Digital deployed real assets on Sei. The blockchain achieved sub-400ms finality with approximately 200,000 TPS on its Giga devnet testing. Perpetual futures volume on Sei Network increased roughly 19,000 percent [...] The post Sei Network Records $4.6B Trading Volume as Institutional Investors Deploy Capital appeared first on Blockonomi.

Shiba Inu closer to substantial volatility increase prior to the New Year, as exchange flows flip positive again.

Ethereum’s price is experiencing a notable uptick in certain key areas following the slight bounce above the $3,000 mark on Monday. Even though ETH has lost the pivotal price level due to a broader market pullback, a certain group of investors is now starting to show heightened demand for the leading altcoin. Big Ethereum Wallets […]

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

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BNB Chain's advancements could revolutionize blockchain scalability and efficiency, potentially setting new industry standards for transaction processing. The post BNB Chain unveils 2026 tech roadmap after achieving zero downtime in 2025 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

TLDR: Blockchain incidents dropped from 410 to 200 in 2025, but total losses jumped 46% to $2.935 billion Ethereum suffered the highest platform losses at $254 million, followed by BSC and Solana networks DeFi protocols experienced 126 incidents totaling $649 million in losses throughout the year 2025 Bybit’s $1.46 billion breach accounted for majority of [...] The post SlowMist Report: Blockchain Losses Surge 46% to $2.935 Billion Despite Fewer Incidents in 2025 appeared first on Blockonomi.

Dogecoin price is on track to drop for the third consecutive month and has now reached its lowest level since November last year as demand falls.

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

Just like yesterday, bitcoin’s price has floated in a tight band between $87,831 and $88,067 in the last hour, revealing a market hesitant to make its next move. With a market cap of $1.75 trillion and a moderate 24-hour trading volume of $35.50 billion, bitcoin may be range-bound for now, but the undercurrents are far […]

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Crypto projects are increasingly turning to DAOs to hand governance and treasury control to their communities.

As Strategy doubles down on its Bitcoin-first treasury approach, analysts warn that debt, dilution and market volatility could test the model’s resilience heading into 2026.

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Ethereum [ETH] has traded within a thin margin and remained stuck in a parallel consolidation for the past week. Over this period, Ethereum has hovered between $2.9k and $3k, indicating a market at a The post $332M Ethereum deposit meets rising ETH scarcity - Is $3.3K next? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

CARF data collection starts Jan. 1, 2026, in 48 jurisdictions, including the UK and EU, pushing crypto platforms to gather tax residency details and report transactions.

TLDR: Cypherpunk acquired 56,418 ZEC tokens for approximately $29 million at an average price of $514.02 Company’s total Zcash holdings now stand at 290,062 ZEC, representing 1.76% of circulating supply Cumulative average acquisition price across all ZEC purchases stands at $334.41 per token overall Cypherpunk targets accumulation of 5% of total Zcash network supply as [...] The post Cypherpunk Acquires $29 Million in Zcash, Total Holdings Reach 290,062 ZEC appeared first on Blockonomi.

After periods of sharp moves and pullbacks, crypto markets tend to rotate rather than move in one direction. Capital shifts away from crowded trades and toward assets that still sit early in their growth curve. Analysts tracking investor behavior heading into Q1 2026 suggest this rotation is happening again. While large names struggle to regain [...] The post Top 3 Crypto Priced Under $0.50 That Analysts Are Tracking for Q1 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.

Cypherpunk's Zcash investment highlights growing market emphasis on privacy, potentially influencing future crypto strategies and valuations. The post Cypherpunk acquires $29 million in Zcash as token explodes 866% this year appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The XRP price continues to trade within a long-standing range, with repeated rejections at resistance and keeping focus on key support near $1.58.

Crypto Market Predictions are becoming less about hype and more about how crypto fits into the real financial world. Galaxy Research’s 2026 outlook is a clear reflection of the shift, and it will come as no surprise to most people following an unproductive 2025. These Crypto Market Predictions show that despite price struggles, infrastructure, regulation, […] The post Galaxy Research Shares 26 Crypto Market Predictions for 2026 appeared first on Altcoin Buzz.

Shiba Inu developer Kaal Dhairya has penned a year-end letter to the Shiba Inu community.

Why Is Down Today? The cryptocurrency market is no stranger to volatility, and today is no exception. As of the latest data, the total crypto market capitalization has dropped by a staggering $23 billion in the past 24 hours, now […] The post Why Is The Crypto Market Down Today? appeared first on Blockmanity.

Introduction: A Shifting Financial Landscape As we wrap up 2025, investors are navigating a dynamic market environment. The reveals key trends shaping portfolios worldwide. With inflation cooling but geopolitical tensions rising, capital is on the move. In this post, we’ll […] The post Stocks, Bonds, Gold & Crypto Market Update 12/29/2025: Where Is The Capital Flowing & Why It Matters? appeared first on Blockmanity.