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Weekly summary of the key stories in cryptocurrency technology development.
* A new vulnerability in React could drain all your tokens and affect "thousands" of sites
* Ripple expands its stablecoin RLUSD worth $1.3 billion to Ethereum Layer 2s via Wormhole in a multi-chain push
* The Aave DAO is pushing against the shift of interface fees away from the treasury
* NFT project Pudgy Penguins takes over the Las Vegas ball in a holiday campaign
* Ripple expands its stablecoin RLUSD worth $1.3 billion to Ethereum Layer 2s via Wormhole in a multi-chain push
* The Aave DAO is pushing against the shift of interface fees away from the treasury
* NFT project Pudgy Penguins takes over the Las Vegas ball in a holiday campaign
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Macquarie Sees U.S. Senate Close to Agreement on Cryptocurrency with Progress on Market Structure Laws
The major Australian investment bank Macquarie released a report expecting rapid progress in bipartisan negotiations within the U.S. Senate regarding the cryptocurrency market structure bill, alongside parallel advancements in preparing implementation rules for the GENIUS Act for stablecoins.
This progress is considered a 'significant material catalyst for the cryptocurrency ecosystem in the United States', according to an analyst team led by Paul Golding.
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Pay close attention to December 19 and 26 in Bitcoin: 'A series of events will affect the price of Bitcoin!
Bitcoin (BTC) and the cryptocurrency market are preparing for the most important Fridays of the year.
With only a few days left until the end of 2025, Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, continues to trade below 90 thousand dollars.
With bullish forecasts generally pushed to 2026, Bitcoin and the cryptocurrency market are preparing for crucial days of the year.
With only a few days left until the end of 2025, Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, continues to trade below 90 thousand dollars.
With bullish forecasts generally pushed to 2026, Bitcoin and the cryptocurrency market are preparing for crucial days of the year.
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A Surprising Statement from Vitalik Buterin: "If this altcoin surpasses Ethereum, I will lose some hope for humanity."
Vitalik Buterin, the co-founder of Ethereum, made a striking and humorous comment about the possibility of other blockchain chains surpassing Ethereum (ETH). In an interview, Buterin assessed the likelihood that other altcoins might outperform Ethereum.
When asked if he would feel discouraged if another public chain took the lead, Buterin replied that his answer depends on which chain wins, and he said he would respect the victory of a strong technological competitor.
When asked if he would feel discouraged if another public chain took the lead, Buterin replied that his answer depends on which chain wins, and he said he would respect the victory of a strong technological competitor.
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Bitcoin is on the verge of closing the year in the red for the fourth time in its history – what is the current situation
Bitcoin (BTC) is set to record a negative annual return for the fourth time in its history, with a decline of about 7% since the beginning of the year so far. The cryptocurrency has experienced a sharp sell-off, losing as much as 5.2% in a single day, but this decline is more limited compared to the crashes in previous years.
Unlike previous declines, which were associated with major scandals or sector collapses, this decline occurs amid an increase in institutional adoption, a more mature regulatory framework, and explicit support from U.S. President Donald Trump.
Unlike previous declines, which were associated with major scandals or sector collapses, this decline occurs amid an increase in institutional adoption, a more mature regulatory framework, and explicit support from U.S. President Donald Trump.
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Why Could the Bank of Japan Cause the Next Bitcoin Crash?
Bitcoin traders often focus on the U.S. Federal Reserve, but the Bank of Japan can be just as important for cryptocurrency markets due to Japan's unique role in global liquidity. When this liquidity shrinks, Bitcoin often drops sharply.
### The cheap yen is the hidden liquidity engine for Bitcoin
### The cheap yen is the hidden liquidity engine for Bitcoin
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No Crystal Ball: VanEck Refuses to Issue Crypto Predictions for 2026
Prominent investment management firm VanEck officially announced its withdrawal from the 2026 forecasting game. In a tweet published by the company earlier today, it began with traditional buildup by promising 10 predictions, but ended with the strong punchline: "No predictions for 2026. Good luck out there!"
VanEck's predictions for 2025 were filled with extreme optimism, forecasting a "super cycle" ending with massive gains in the fourth quarter. The firm predicted that the price of Bitcoin would reach $180,000 at the peak of the cycle during 2025. Bitcoin showed strength earlier in the year, but spent the fourth quarter's rise in correction, currently trading near $86,000, which is less than half of the expected target.
VanEck's predictions for 2025 were filled with extreme optimism, forecasting a "super cycle" ending with massive gains in the fourth quarter. The firm predicted that the price of Bitcoin would reach $180,000 at the peak of the cycle during 2025. Bitcoin showed strength earlier in the year, but spent the fourth quarter's rise in correction, currently trading near $86,000, which is less than half of the expected target.
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Curved or Straight? Veteran trader Peter Brandt responds as the "banana slip" begins in Bitcoin
On December 17, 2025, veteran trader Peter Brandt sparked new controversy in the cryptocurrency community with his post about the "Bitcoin Banana Chart," which represents his long-term forecasts for Bitcoin.
Key points:
- Bitcoin collapsed below a curved trend line in October, resulting in a 3.6% decline by the end of the month, continuing the downward trend since then.
Key points:
- Bitcoin collapsed below a curved trend line in October, resulting in a 3.6% decline by the end of the month, continuing the downward trend since then.
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Binance Founder CZ Warns Investors About Altcoin Listings and Shares Personal Experience
On December 17, 2025, Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the founder of Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, issued important warnings regarding altcoin listings, following Binance's announcement of a new three-phase project listing system: Binance Alpha, then Binance Futures, and finally Binance Spot.
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The Deepfake Reckoning: The Next Battle in Crypto Against "Artificial Humans"
In the world of cryptocurrencies, we have gotten used to the battle between the "coder" and the "hacker," and between the "code" and the "exploit." But in 2025, the battlefield shifted to a more complex and dangerous area: human identity itself. With the rise of generative AI technologies, the crypto sector faced what could be termed the "Deepfake Reckoning," where the enemy is no longer just malicious software, but artificial digital beings that look and talk just like us.
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A surprising figure prepares to meet Trump about the Federal Reserve Chairmanship talks about interest rates
On December 17, 2025, Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller, who emerged as a leading and surprising candidate for the position of Federal Reserve Chair, made dovish comments about monetary policy during an interview with CNBC at the Yale CEO Summit.
Key statements:
- U.S. monetary policy remains in restrictive territory, and the Federal Reserve has room to lower interest rates.
Key statements:
- U.S. monetary policy remains in restrictive territory, and the Federal Reserve has room to lower interest rates.
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Mixed Bitcoin Signals with Surge in Lightning Network Capacity and Long-term Holder Selling at Weekly Support
Bitcoin is showing mixed signals, as the Lightning network capacity has reached new all-time highs, while long-term holders are selling their coins, and the price maintains a key weekly support area.
Bitcoin has shown mixed signals, with the Lightning network capacity reaching a new all-time high, while the distribution of long-term holders has increased, and the price continues to maintain a critical weekly support area.
Bitcoin has shown mixed signals, with the Lightning network capacity reaching a new all-time high, while the distribution of long-term holders has increased, and the price continues to maintain a critical weekly support area.
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Bitcoin Price Forecast: Bitcoin Above $87,000 but Sentiment Remains Bearish
Key Points
- Bitcoin has risen by 1.5% in the last 24 hours and is now trading above $87,000 per coin.
- This performance comes despite the bearish sentiment in the broader cryptocurrency market.
Bitcoin regains the $87,000 level
The cryptocurrency market is experiencing a rise on Wednesday after a weak start to the week, with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP currently in the green. The price performance of the top three cryptocurrencies remains weak, but they may register temporary relief in the next few hours.
- Bitcoin has risen by 1.5% in the last 24 hours and is now trading above $87,000 per coin.
- This performance comes despite the bearish sentiment in the broader cryptocurrency market.
Bitcoin regains the $87,000 level
The cryptocurrency market is experiencing a rise on Wednesday after a weak start to the week, with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP currently in the green. The price performance of the top three cryptocurrencies remains weak, but they may register temporary relief in the next few hours.
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Tesla shares rise thanks to confidence in artificial intelligence and self-driving.
Katina, Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - Tesla's shares have risen more than 26% since their low on November 21, as investors remain excited about artificial intelligence and self-driving despite declining sales.
The stock also outperformed the Bloomberg index of the largest seven, which rose less than 6% during the same period.
Optimism is centered around CEO Elon Musk's ambition to transform Tesla into a leading force in robotics and artificial intelligence, a thriving technology that has driven global stocks to all-time highs.
The stock also outperformed the Bloomberg index of the largest seven, which rose less than 6% during the same period.
Optimism is centered around CEO Elon Musk's ambition to transform Tesla into a leading force in robotics and artificial intelligence, a thriving technology that has driven global stocks to all-time highs.
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How YouTube's Stablecoin Payments Can Change Monetization for Content Creators
In mid-December 2025, YouTube added a new option to its monetization tools: eligible content creators in the United States can now choose to receive their payments in the USD-backed stablecoin, PYUSD.
This update does not change how content creators earn money on YouTube; it only changes how that money reaches them.
This update does not change how content creators earn money on YouTube; it only changes how that money reaches them.
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Why This Week Could Be Transformational for XRP's Price
The price structure of XRP and recent momentum indicate a potential radical shift this week. Although the cryptocurrency has experienced a prolonged period of downward pressure, technical signals suggest that XRP may be nearing the end of its corrective phase. If key support levels are tested and defended this week, it could redefine the short-term trend for XRP and set the tone for price movement towards the end of the year.
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Author of "Rich Dad Poor Dad" Kiyosaki breaks his silence on the Federal Reserve's interest rate cut
After the latest interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve, Robert Kiyosaki returned to social media announcing that the money printing machine is back, and how to get rich while the global economy collapses. Bitcoin also gets an honorary mention.
Robert Kiyosaki is back doing what he does best: linking the Federal Reserve's decision to a personal wealth plan and bringing Bitcoin into the center of the argument.
Robert Kiyosaki is back doing what he does best: linking the Federal Reserve's decision to a personal wealth plan and bringing Bitcoin into the center of the argument.
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DTCC Tokenizes U.S. Treasury Securities on the Canton Network
The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) has partnered with Digital Asset Holdings and the Canton Network to enable the tokenization of U.S. Treasury securities held at DTC.
This is the first step for DTCC towards making the assets held at DTC available on the chain, as traditional financial institutions continue to explore organized and scalable blockchain applications.
This is the first step for DTCC towards making the assets held at DTC available on the chain, as traditional financial institutions continue to explore organized and scalable blockchain applications.
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Ethereum loses 34% of trading volume in 24 hours: catastrophic reversal
Ethereum recorded a sharp decline of 34% in trading volume over 24 hours, which is considered a clear signal of decreasing market participation at a time when ETH needs strong support and conviction from investors.
#### Ethereum in an uncomfortable position:
This decline comes after a previous increase in volume that was primarily driven by bearish activities such as forced liquidations, panic exits, and aggressive short positions. Now, sellers have completed their mission, but buyers have not appeared to replace them, effectively ending any possibility of a proper and positive reversal.
#### Ethereum in an uncomfortable position:
This decline comes after a previous increase in volume that was primarily driven by bearish activities such as forced liquidations, panic exits, and aggressive short positions. Now, sellers have completed their mission, but buyers have not appeared to replace them, effectively ending any possibility of a proper and positive reversal.
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Don't Call It Quantitative Easing
The Federal Reserve's purchases of $40 billion in Treasury bonds may not save cryptocurrencies from their recession.
The American Federal Reserve announced last week a reduction in interest rates by 25 basis points, but the bigger news for Bitcoin enthusiasts was its announcement to purchase short-term Treasury bonds worth $40 billion monthly. This has sparked excitement in the cryptocurrency community, as this action expands the Federal Reserve's budget, similar to the quantitative easing (QE) programs during the COVID-19 era and after the global financial crisis, which fueled unprecedented risks in the markets, including digital assets.
The American Federal Reserve announced last week a reduction in interest rates by 25 basis points, but the bigger news for Bitcoin enthusiasts was its announcement to purchase short-term Treasury bonds worth $40 billion monthly. This has sparked excitement in the cryptocurrency community, as this action expands the Federal Reserve's budget, similar to the quantitative easing (QE) programs during the COVID-19 era and after the global financial crisis, which fueled unprecedented risks in the markets, including digital assets.
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