Trend Research bought 46,379 ETH, bringing its stash to ~580,000 ETH and making it one of Ethereum’s biggest whales behind BitMine & SharpLink. Founder Jack Yi plans another $1B in buys, highlighting strong institutional accumulation even as some firms sell.$ETH #USCryptoStakingTaxReview
Here’s a short summary of the article from about the 2025 slump in NFT markets:
NFT sales dropped to $320 million in November 2025, the lowest monthly figure for the year.
The overall market capitalization for NFTs fell to about US$3.1 billion, down roughly 66% from a peak of US$9.2 billion in January 2025.
Many top NFT collections also saw recent declines: for example, CryptoPunks dropped ~12% over the past 30 days, Bored Ape Yacht Club fell ~8.5%, Pudgy Penguins lost ~10.6%, and others like Moonbirds and Fidenza saw double-digit declines.
A few exceptions exist: some collections such as Infinex Patrons and Autoglyphs actually posted g$ETH ains of ~14.9% and ~20.9% respectively in the last 30 days.
Early data for December shows weak sales (about US$62 million in the first week), indicating that the slump might continue. ()
If you like — I can also list which NFT collections are faring best vs worst according to latest data (top 5–10). #NFT
#BinanceBlockchainWeek Here’s a short summary of the article about Coinbase relaunching in India:
* Coinbase has reopened registrations in India after more than two years out of the market. * For now, Indian users can do **crypto-to-crypto trading** immediately, but fiat (INR) deposits and withdrawals won’t be enabled until a planned rollout in **2026**. * The exchange had exited in 2023 after regulatory/payment-system problems following its initial 2022 launch. * Coinbase says the full restart is part of a “clean slate” strategy — they off-boarded previous users and now seek fresh regulatory compliance, including having secured a license with India’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) earlier in 2025. * The company is also engaging with Indian regulators and state authorities, attempting to rebuild its presence through both compliance and ecosystem initiatives.
#BTCVSGOLD Western Union plans to launch a dollar-backed stablecoin called USDPT built on Solana and issue a “stable card” — targeting users in high-inflation countries to protect remittance value. The stablecoin + card are part of a new “Digital Asset Network,” letting users send, receive.
#BTCRebound90kNext? Bolivia is preparing to officially integrate crypto and stablecoins into its financial system as part of a new modernization plan. The central bank will allow regulated use of digital assets for payments and remittances, aiming to improve financial inclusion and reduce transaction costs. Authorities say the move will not replace Bolivia’s fiat currency but will create a safer, controlled environment for crypto use in the country.$ETH
1. **US won’t start a Bitcoin reserve yet** Mike Alfred says the U.S. will only begin buying Bitcoin for its national reserves when other countries force its hand by adopting BTC first. 2. **Kraken raises $800M at a $20B valuation** The exchange secured huge funding across two rounds to fuel its global expansion. 3. **Canaan Inc. stock jumps after strong Q3** The Bitcoin-mining hardware maker doubled its year-on-year revenue for Q3, boosting its stock by around 20%. 4. **Bitfury launches a $1B tech investment fund** After 14 years in Bitcoin mining, Bitfury is pivoting toward investing in ethical AI and crypto startups. 5. **Analysts warn Bitcoin’s ‘November gains’ history is misleading** BTC’s strong November averages are considered skewed and not reliable for trading predictions. 6. **Filipino workers can now receive salaries in stablecoins** A new partnership between Toku and PDAX enables stablecoin salary payments with easy conversion to pesos. 7. **Marshall Islands launches digital-wallet-based UBI** The government introduced a universal basic income system powered by digital wallets and a digital sovereign bond. 8. **Paxos introduces USDG0 omnichain stablecoin** The token will provide regulated dollar liquidity across multiple blockchains under a single supply. 9. **US banks allowed to use crypto for gas fees** The OCC clarified that national banks can hold crypto and use it to pay blockchain gas fees under the GENIUS Act. 10. **Tether invests in Ledn to expand global lending** Tether is backing Ledn to scale crypto-backed lending products worldwide. 11. **Opinion: Bitcoin is for everyone** A commentary argues the American Dream is fading due to inflation and financial crises, and Bitcoin offers a path to financial empowerment. 12. **Cloudflare outage affects crypto platforms** A widespread service disruption temporarily took down multiple crypto websites and social platforms. $ETH
* The Dutch central bank governor warned that if a major stablecoin fails, it could worsen market panic because issuers may dump large amounts of assets to cover withdrawals. * CZ’s lawyer rejected claims that Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao received a political “pay-to-play” pardon. * A Galaxy Digital executive said institutional Bitcoin investors don’t care about internal debates like Bitcoin Core vs. Knots — they only care about liquidity and security. * BitMine’s Tom Lee believes Ethereum is entering a long-term “supercycle,” predicting major growth similar to Bitcoin’s early cycles. * Nick Szabo reminded the community that while Bitcoin is strong, no crypto asset is immune to legal or regulatory risks. * Venture capital giant a16z stated that “arcade tokens” (tokens locked inside specific ecosystems/games) could become foundational for future digital economies. * Analysts say Bitcoin’s drop below 94K is normal cycle behavior, not a panic event. * Tether is considering investing over $1.15 billion into Neura, an AI robotics company. * Harvard University tripled its investment in BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF, signaling growing institutional confidence. * A Cardano investor lost around 90% of a $6.9 million ADA bag after swapping into an illiquid stablecoin with almost no buyers. * Bitcoin briefly fell below its starting price of 2025 (~$93,500), wiping out the year’s gains. * Zcash surged past $700, reigniting the debate between Bitcoin and privacy coins. * Solari Capital, linked to Anthony Scaramucci, invested more than $100 million into a Bitcoin mining firm associated with Donald Trump’s sons.
Coinbase has chosen Singapore as the location for its first major international expansion outside the United States. The company will set up a global hub focused on institutional services, citing Singapore’s strong regulatory framework, tech-savvy population, and supportive government stance toward digital assets. Coinbase aims to use this new base to expand its global presence and strengthen relationships with institutional investors and partners across Asia.$ETH #USGovShutdownEnd?
Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has introduced its “Fintech 2030” strategy, aiming to accelerate the tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs) and strengthen Hong Kong’s position as a digital-asset hub. The plan includes broadening the range of eligible assets for tokenisation, setting up a regulatory framework for digital-asset dealers and custodians, and encouraging the issuance of tokenised securities and bonds.$BTC $ASTER