The start of Trump’s second administration in January 2025 fueled optimism in crypto markets, driving bitcoin to record highs, but each time the euphoria quickly gave way to volatility. The sharp corrections wiped out billions in leveraged positions and left 1.6 million traders liquidated on Oct. 10 alone. The Reality Check: Volatility and the Deleveraging […]

On-chain data shows the year 2025 saw Bitcoin mining become notably harder for miners as Difficulty witnessed net growth of 35%. Bitcoin Difficulty Has Crossed 148 Trillion Hashes 2025 is coming to a close, and it was a year where Bitcoin miners significantly expanded their facilities. According to data from Blockchain.com, the network Hashrate, a […]

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Despite the market flipping risk-on, there’s still no clear rotational flow. Historically, this setup keeps capital Bitcoin [BTC]-heavy, limiting follow-through into alternative assets. While thiThe post Ethereum - Few reasons why $2,796 is ETH’s make-or-break level appeared first on AMBCrypto.

The second half of 2026 will provide “more constructive conditions” for XRP to potentially surge, according to Nansen crypto analyst Jake Kennis.

Japan’s upcoming tax reform is expected to restructure the way crypto assets are treated in the country next year, changing digital assets classification and introducing a separate taxation system for different transactions. Related Reading: Russia’s Top Stock Exchanges Gear Up To Support Crypto Trading Under New Framework Japan Proposes New Taxation System On Friday, local […]

Robinhood's giveaway highlights the growing influence of digital assets but also underscores the challenges of platform reliability during high-demand events. The post Robinhood launches holiday event, offering $500K worth of Dogecoin appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

A viral social media scare suggested bitcoin had crashed to $24,000 on Christmas, but the event was actually a localized “flash crash” limited to a single, illiquid trading pair ( BTC/USD1) on Binance. The Anatomy of a Phantom Crash While much of the crypto world celebrated Christmas, a viral X post of bitcoin “crashing” to […]

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Shiba Inu saw a substantial outflow from exchanges, which is a great sign for the longer-term picture of the asset.

In a recent report, market expert Colin Wu shed light on the ongoing issues facing the cryptocurrency industry as a result of stablecoin legislation, notably the GENIUS Act, which was enacted in July under President Donald Trump’s administration.  While this bill is viewed as a significant win for the digital asset market—anticipating increased adoption and […]

Altcoins have trended lower lately as market liquidity gradually dried up. This downturn has affected different segments unevenly, with the Artificial Intelligence (AI) sector recording one of its steThe post Are bubble fears warranted as AI tokens slide deeper after a 'key divergence?' appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Bitcoin reached new all-time highs in October, yet Jan3 founder Samson Mow has described the year as a “bear market” and anticipates a major bull run ahead.

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Keonne Rodriguez, a co-founder of the Bitcoin privacy tool Samourai Wallet, began serving a five-year sentence and wrote a letter from inside a US federal prison on Christmas Eve. Related Reading: Crypto’s High-Stakes Corner Booms As Derivatives Trading Soars To $86 Trillion The letter, shared publicly, offers a short, personal account of intake procedures, the […]

Uniswap reached a structural milestone recently, but market sentiment has been more cautious rather than euphoric since.  On 26 December 2025, Uniswap’s UNIfication proposal passed with approximThe post Uniswap’s fee switch goes live - Will UNI's price head to $8.4 or $4.5? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

While many investors hope for a “Santa Claus Rally,” Ethereum ETFs have seen the opposite this December. Since 11 December, they’ve been stuck in a steady outflow cycle, losing $853.9 millioThe post Ethereum ETFs are emptying fast! Is a drop to $2,500 closer than traders think? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly said that the United States is interested in using Zaporizhzhia’s nuclear electricity for crypto mining. US & Russia Are In Talks About Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant Russia and the US are negotiating joint control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, according to a report from Kyiv Post, citing Russian […]

Coinbase Institutional’s 2026 Crypto Market Outlook frames the industry at a pivotal transition, with policy clarity, institutional participation, and infrastructure convergence positioning digital assets to integrate deeper into the financial core over the coming year. Coinbase 2026 Crypto Market Outlook Sees Regulatory Clarity Reshaping Institutional Strategy, Risk, and Compliance Coinbase Institutional, the research arm of […]

There is a possibility of a thoughtful recovery for the market, mostly due to the activation of local support levels.

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A surge in stablecoins, tokenized RWAs and growing sovereign wealth fund interest could drive a major increase in Ethereum’s TVL in 2026, Sharplink’s co-CEO said.

The best-performing cryptocurrencies have moved above the moving averages, indicating that they are likely to continue growing.

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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said a former customer service agent was arrested in India, months after hackers bribed support staff to gain access to sensitive customer information at the largest U.S.-based crypto exchange.

TLDR: Triple bearish bias in kumo, TK, and CS indicators suggests Bitcoin dominance will face rejection at resistance levels Real BTC.D dominance excluding stablecoins shows optimal timing for altcoin outperformance between January 5-12 Market dilution with excessive tokens may dampen traditional altseason effects despite technical dominance reversal Analyst assigns 60% probability to scenarios favoring altcoins [...] The post Bitcoin Dominance Faces Technical Rejection as Analyst Forecasts January Altcoin Rally appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Bitcoin is struggling to regain market confidence as sentiment continues to deteriorate and apathy dominates trading behavior. Price remains capped below the $90,000 level, with repeated recovery attempts failing to gain traction. As volatility compresses and participation thins, an increasing number of analysts are warning that the market may face further downside before stability can […]

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Large Chainlink withdrawals from Binance recently revealed a clear shift towards long-term holding. Especially as big wallets reduce exchange supply and ease selling pressure. In fact, a newly createdThe post Chainlink's breakout odds - What next after large wallets absorb supply? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Bitcoin (BTC) price dropped below $87,000, down from the intraday high of $89,000. Similarly, Binance Coin (BNB), Dogecoin (DOGE), and Canton dropped by over 3% in the last 24 hours.

TLDR: Hackers bribed external contractors to steal customer data and demanded $20 million ransom from Coinbase. The breach could cost Coinbase up to $400 million in remediation expenses and security system upgrades. Hyderabad Police arrested the former customer service agent after collaboration with Coinbase investigators. Brooklyn prosecutors filed separate charges against a resident running impersonation [...] The post Former Coinbase Contractor Arrested in India Following $20 Million Ransom Hack appeared first on Blockonomi.

BNB Chain will activate the Fermi hard fork on its mainnet on 14 January 2026 at 02:30 UTC, according to BNB Chain Developers. The Hard Fork marks a major network upgrade aimed at improving block The post BNB Chain to activate Fermi hard fork on Mainnet in January 2026 appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Ether-focused exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced a year of dramatic expansion and painful corrections in 2025. Liquidity deepened, assets scaled rapidly, and investor behavior revealed a market still finding its long-term footing. Volatility, Scale, and Institutional Learning: Ether ETFs 2025 Recap Ether ETFs entered 2025 without the fanfare of bitcoin, but they ended the year as […]

Multiple Bitcoin transfers worth over $1 billion spark discussions as Bitcoin has retraced from its recent breakout attempt.

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TLDR:  Buterin argues “zero-space” content policies reflect totalitarian impulses incompatible with pluralistic societies. The focus should shift from eliminating content to preventing algorithmic amplification of harmful material. Proposed solution includes publishing platform algorithms with delays and zero-knowledge proof verification. Taiwan’s regulatory model demonstrates balanced approach between safety concerns and fundamental freedoms. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin [...] The post Vitalik Buterin Warns EU Against “Zero-Space” Censorship Under Digital Services Act appeared first on Blockonomi.

Wintermute said it will vote against Aave’s token alignment proposal, citing unclear governance, weak value capture, and escalating political infighting.

Discounts and bundle deals were offered to mining operators, as 2025 ends on a bad note for the crypto market and the mining industry.

On December 26, 2025, the blockchain industry achieved a literal "moonshot" with the successful deployment of the DeStarlink Genesis-1 satellite.

Fundstrat’s head of research said institutional tokenization supports a $7,000–$9,000 Ether price in early 2026 and a longer-term case for $20,000.

Right now, "time" is becoming a key commodity in the market. The logic is simple - The longer the market chops sideways, the bigger the speculative bubble gets, pushing top-caps deeper into a volatThe post Solana’s leverage-driven tug of war puts $120 support at risk - How? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

2026 might be a bearish year for both gold and Bitcoin, according to Fidelity's Timmer.

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Timing a Bitcoin purchase has always been one of the hardest challenges for investors, especially in the current market, which is defined by low sentiment and bearish price action. The safest moment to buy usually arrives after prices have already surged, when confidence is high, and risk is low.  However, a recent message from Changpeng […]

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Crypto theft and exploits have continued at historically high levels in 2025, with industry data showing more than $2.53 billion in losses linked to exploits this year — and broader theft figures puThe post Social engineering accounts for majority of crypto TVL exploits in 2025, report shows appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Ethereum is trading below the $3,000 mark as it attempts to push higher and reclaim key structural levels needed to signal the start of a recovery. So far, those efforts have failed. Price remains capped by persistent resistance, and market confidence continues to deteriorate. Related Reading: Bitcoin OG Moves 100,000 Ethereum To Binance, Raising Questions […]

USX suffered one of 2025’s sharpest stablecoin depegs, plunging to $0.10 before market makers restored liquidity.

The Bitcoin-silver price ratio highlights the ongoing tug-of-war between digital scarcity and traditional hard assets. While it should not be used in isolation, it provides critical insight into how capital is rotating beneath the surface.

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The recent surge in Bitcoin (BTC) volatility has led to significant liquidations, prompting renewed suspicions of market manipulation among experts.  Institutional Sell-Off?  A detailed analysis by market expert NoLimit on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) reveals that, at the time of the stock market opening, BlackRock’s Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) IBIT transferred hundreds […]

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A whale is in the news today after it deposited 3 million TRUMP tokens, worth $14.88 million, into Binance after holding for roughly 50 days. The address initially withdrew the same tokens for $22.68The post $14.8M whale activity puts pressure on TRUMP's price, but is $4.80 next? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

2025 was shaped by quieter structural shifts that rewired how crypto actually works, from stablecoins becoming financial infrastructure to traders abandoning old cycle myths and demanding real revenue instead of hype. If 2024 was the year of anticipation, 2025 was the year of structural transformation. The crypto industry has decisively shifted away from the speculative […]

Bitcoin’s technical and onchain market structure was robust throughout 2025, but ever-shifting macroeconomic conditions eventually put a cap on BTC price. Will the trend shift in 2026?

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Stani Kulechov's comments followed an uproar in the Aave community about the relationship between the Aave decentralized autonomous organization and Aave Labs.

Cardano's (ADA) price is declining and approaching the bottom of the chart.

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Polygon (POL) token was trading at $0.1030, down by 85% from its highest point in November last year.

Two very different blockchain networks are emerging as the biggest revenue generators of 2025: Solana and Hyperliquid. According to CryptoRank data, Solana has generated $1.3 billion in revenue thiThe post Solana and Hyperliquid dominate 2025 chain revenue! appeared first on AMBCrypto.

USD1, the stablecoin created by World Liberty Financial, has officially crossed $3 billion in market value. This has put it close to the “Big Three” stablecoins, making it a major player in DeFi nThe post USD1 crosses $3B market cap - Here's why everyone is talking about the timing! appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Cryptocurrency markets experienced a modest recovery this week, but spot Bitcoin ETFs extended a five-day losing streak amid thin year-end liquidity.

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The XRP price dipped into the $1.83 area on December 26, then staged a mild rebound. Although the bounce was a positive sign, it hasn’t completely settled investor nerves. There’s still uncertainty over whether this recovery can last or if…

While the price of Bitcoin and Ethereum is still struggling with heightened volatility in the crypto market, the balance of trading activity among the two leading digital assets is quietly shifting. This current pivot is sighted across cryptocurrency exchanges as the number of trades displaying a distinct action. Traders Pivoting From Bitcoin To Ethereum Amid […]

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The USX stablecoin briefly slipped below its dollar peg on Solana DEXs before recovering after its issuer injected liquidity into secondary markets.

Bitcoin is slipping below key support levels (the Cloud) and forming a classic bearish pattern.

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Bitcoin price remains locked in a tight range between $80,000 and $90,000 as liquidity builds on both sides, increasing the likelihood of a sharp breakout once the balance breaks.

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A large share of the recent activity increase is coming from Layer-2 networks settling transactions back on Ethereum.

With gold and silver reaching record highs almost daily, leaving investment alternatives in the dust, analysts are scared about what this might mean for the wider economic ecosystem. Some believe this is not normal and might lead to a recession. Gold’s and Silver’s Bull Rally Scare Financial Analysts The relentless bull rally that gold and […]

Regulatory clarity in the United States and the likelihood of falling interest rates will push the crypto ETF market higher in 2026.

MSTR stock price rose by over 1% on Boxing Day as Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies staged a cautious rebound.

The mainnet rollout follows the Fermi testnet activation in November, further reducing block times on the layer-1 blockchain network.

Currently, TRON has slipped below the moving average lines after being rejected at the recent high.

Trust Wallet has confirmed that approximately $7 million was impacted in a security incident affecting its browser extension.  They have pledged to fully refund all affected users as they work to The post Trust Wallet confirms $7M impact from browser extension incident, promises full user refunds appeared first on AMBCrypto.

In an exclusive Cointelegraph interview, the crypto analyst pointed to macro headwinds, muted sentiment and cycle dynamics shaping Bitcoin’s path into 2026.

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Ethereum is entering a critical consolidation phase as price action stabilizes just below the $3,000 psychological resistance.

A pundit has stirred conversation in the crypto community by suggesting that XRP holders could see unprecedented wealth, potentially reaching millionaire or billionaire status. He cites the evolving crypto regulatory landscape in the United States (US) and XRP’s potential to play a significant financial role in the economy, which could drive strong demand and value […]

This cycle, Japan’s shaping up as a solid benchmark for digital assets. Macro-wise, between the recent BOJ rate hike, treasury yields hitting record highs, and the JPY losing 6% this quarter, JapThe post Japan’s CPI eases - Could a BOJ rate cut really help Bitcoin? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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The event underscores the risks of high leverage in crypto trading, where rapid price shifts can trigger cascading liquidations and market instability. The post Bitcoin drops nearly $3,000 as over $70M in longs liquidated in past 4 hours appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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XRP is showing a decent price increase over the last day, but the surge may grow rapidly as the asset’s on-chain movement hints at a big rally ahead.

Cardano delivered a less-than-festive gift to investors this Christmas, with price action painting a grim picture as the token remains deep in the red.

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XRP readies for major shift as market signals converge in a rare move.

How great are the chances of seeing Bitcoin (BTC) near $85,000 soon?

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Even though the $20,000 ETH call on X turned out to be fake, Tom Lee reacted with just two words, a reminder that his Ethereum treasury holds 4,066,062 ETH and moves by about $4 billion for every $1,000 change in price.

Ripple CTO slams mandatory crypto wallet updates while sharing alternative approach for user convenience.

Will the drop of XRP continue to the $1.80 zone?

Dogecoin open interest jumps as traders bet $1,490,000,000 in hopes of potential DOGE price breakout.

The transformation of insurance from cold transactions to warm relationships is already underway, and its future is trust in blockchain technology.

Bitcoin and several major altcoins attempted to start a relief rally, but higher levels continue to attract strong selling by the bears.

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Tokens must demonstrate tangible value to remain competitive as the crypto market shifts towards business-driven fundamentals. The post Galaxy CEO says XRP and Cardano need more than loyal communities to keep pace with rivals appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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TLDR: Japan’s tax reform positions crypto as financial instruments, applying separate taxation to spot, derivatives and ETFs only. Three-year loss carryforward provision matches forex and stock treatment but prohibits cross-category aggregation. Staking, lending rewards and NFT transactions remain excluded from separate taxation under the current proposal framework. Specified crypto assets definition limits reform scope to [...] The post Japan’s FY2026 Tax Reform Proposes Separate Taxation for Cryptocurrency Trading Activities appeared first on Blockonomi.

XRP price trades near critical $1.80 support as bullish momentum fades, increasing downside risk and raising the possibility of a capitulation move toward lower liquidity zones.

XRP is slowly creeping upward in terms of on-chain recovery, however, the true sentiment shift is yet to come.

XRP ETF optimism grows as investors turn to BI DeFi for stable returns beyond short-term price rallies today globally up. Recently, some cryptocurrency analysts have made optimistic assessments: with the official launch of the XRP ETF, the price of XRP…

Can the rate of Cardano (ADA) fix above $0.35 by the end of the week?

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BlackRock deposits Bitcoin and Ethereum to Coinbase, with markets watching what comes next.

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Can traders expect an upward move from SHIB to the $0.00000750 area soon?

TLDR: China will restrict silver exports starting January 2026, requiring government licenses for exporters. Global silver deficit reaches 230 million ounces as demand hits 1.24 billion against 1.01 billion supply. COMEX inventories have plunged 70% since 2020 while Shanghai premiums exceed $80 per ounce currently. Paper to physical silver ratio stands at 356:1, creating disconnect [...] The post Silver Prices Surge as China Export Restrictions Deepen Global Supply Crisis appeared first on Blockonomi.

The XRP Ledger (XRPL) continues to evolve as Ripple pushes forward with new technical upgrades to strengthen network reliability, expand future use cases, and improve overall network performance. A recently released amendment report highlights several key developments that investors may want to track closely, as these could spark significant changes for the network by 2026.  […]

Donald Trump closed 2025 as the first sitting U.S. president to preside over a meme coin experiment that began in spectacle and ended in spreadsheets. President Trump’s Meme Coin Experiment In the days leading up to his Jan. 20, 2025, inauguration, President Trump unveiled official trump (TRUMP) at a flashy “ Crypto Ball” event, marking […]

Solana volume and RSI point to a shift in market demand and potential price breakout.

Bitcoin bulls need a strong weekly close this week, back above the $101,000 band, or the death cross setup stays in play and a 25% slide to the meme level of $67,000 keeps getting priced in.

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TLDR: Ethereum functions as non-rivalrous and non-excludable infrastructure, similar to the Internet and GPS systems New valuation framework introduces trust surplus metric measuring reduced friction across global transactions Ethereum competes with traditional global coordination systems rather than other blockchain platforms directly Network’s true value remains largely invisible, delivering economic impact before markets fully recognize it [...] The post Ethereum Reframed as Global Public Good in New Valuation Framework by William Mougayar appeared first on Blockonomi.

Cardano reversed a three-day drop, now trading in the green as buyers bought the dip.

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Volatility calmed over the Holidays but BTC managed to regain some of the recently lost value.

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The crypto market is changing fast. Following the sharp volatility in the past week, investors are becoming more selective, focusing less on hype and more on sustainability. Much like traditional equiThe post 10 Tokens With Real Revenue Paths: Digitap Stands Out As Best Crypto Presale 2026 appeared first on AMBCrypto.

TLDR: Malicious code in Trust Wallet Chrome extension version 2.68 stole seed phrases and drained $7 million total. Individual victims lost between $50,000 and $800,000 across Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana blockchain networks. Binance co-founder CZ confirmed Trust Wallet will reimburse all affected users and cover the complete $7M loss. Users must avoid version 2.68 and [...] The post Trust Wallet Chrome Extension Hacked: $7M Stolen in Christmas Day Supply-Chain Attack appeared first on Blockonomi.

Many investors still replay the same thought: what if Bitcoin had been bought under $10,000? On-chain indicators like the Puell Multiple show that those rare moments of miner undervaluation historically aligned with life-changing accumulation zones. Today, Bitcoin trades far above those levels, and that window is closed. As the market searches for the best crypto [...] The post Missed Bitcoin Under $10,000? Digitap ($TAP) Is The Utility Setup Traders Want In Best Crypto Presale 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.

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How many people ignored crypto investing at the right time, dismissed early opportunities, and later realized how much wealth slipped away? That regret is exactly why searches for the best 1000x crypto before 2026 begins are exploding as Christmas and New Year approach. BlockchainFX ($BFX) is stepping into that moment with purpose. While Pi price [...] The post Missed The Pi (PI) Move? BlockchainFX ($BFX) May Be The Best 1000x Crypto Before 2026 Begins appeared first on Blockonomi.

HYPE has entered a critical phase after a well-tracked whale reshaped sentiment with decisive leverage and precise timing. After securing roughly $249k in realized profits, the trader in question immThe post HYPE price prediction - Why 'trapped shorts' could be key to next price breakout appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Hyperliquid's rapid growth in users and trading volume highlights the increasing demand and potential dominance of decentralized trading platforms. The post Hyperliquid adds over 609K users, reaching $2.9T trading volume in 2025: ASXN Data appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Shiba Inu coin posted a 5,000% liquidation imbalance, an ugly leverage flush that usually drags price lower, yet SHIB price flipped green on Binance and held the margin call heat.