π³ Whale Splash:
πΉ Block Height: 930537
πΈ Block Date: 2026-01-02 06:22:37 UTC
πΈ BTC Price USD: 88736.30
π Transaction: 19,686.57335692 BTC (~$1,746,913,679.37 USDT)
πΈ Fee: 0.00001810 BTC (~$1.61 USDT)
πΉ TXID: 5f456231a74b822a9e9667d75fd71f00ce999a9be34b786978ad7b6a602afa65
#Crypto #Whale
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π³ Whale Splash:
πΉ Block Height: 930522
πΈ Block Date: 2026-01-02 04:59:24 UTC
πΈ BTC Price USD: 88526.70
π Transaction: 19,697.03741669 BTC (~$1,743,713,722.28 USDT)
πΈ Fee: 0.00001810 BTC (~$1.60 USDT)
πΉ TXID: 44ef310b9cfdeb4a07a4301ca9ccec8d4ba3c174a229863c1be333ce8ddc27f7
#Whale #WhaleAlert
π³ Whale Splash:
πΉ Block Height: 930507
πΈ Block Date: 2026-01-02 02:26:27 UTC
πΈ BTC Price USD: 88309.80
π Transaction: 19,697.12287677 BTC (~$1,739,448,981.82 USDT)
πΈ Fee: 0.00001810 BTC (~$1.60 USDT)
πΉ TXID: 8da3c4fe00c030ed9efc12118158938f90fbeaacd6d9d7171ec310eb0855633d
#Blockchain #BTC
π³ Whale Splash:
πΉ Block Height: 930493
πΈ Block Date: 2026-01-02 00:21:34 UTC
πΈ BTC Price USD: 88526.40
π Transaction: 19,697.36022347 BTC (~$1,743,736,390.09 USDT)
πΈ Fee: 0.00001810 BTC (~$1.60 USDT)
πΉ TXID: d54638c1242ae1089d59fab36894c31ff873c1e91027c823820d87d7cebfdff9
#Whale #Cryptocurrency
π° News Alert...
π Title: Bitwise Just Filed for 11 New Crypto ETFs, and the Marketβs Silence Exposes a Brutal New Reality
ποΈ Published: 2025-12-30
π Summary: Bitwise Asset Management has submitted filings with the US SEC for 11 new single-token "strategy" ETFs focusing on prominent crypto protocols including Aave, Uniswap, Zcash, NEAR, Starknet, Sui, Bittensor, and Tron. Each fund is designed to allocate approximately 60% to the specific protocolβs token, reflecting a targeted investment strategy. Despite this significant move expected to ignite a fresh wave of interest during the βalt season,β the market response has been notably muted, highlighting evolving investor sentiment and challenges within the crypto ETF landscape.
π
https://cryptoslate.com/bitwise-just-filed-for-11-new-crypto-etfs-and-the-markets-silence-exposes-a-brutal-new-reality/
ποΈ Source: CryptoSlate
π #CryptoETFs #AltSeason #InvestmentTrends
π° News Alert...
π Title: Which Predictions Landed This Year? One Ignored Model Actually Nailed the 2025 Market Cycle
ποΈ Published: 2026-01-01T23:01:45.000Z
π Summary: At the dawn of 2025, leading figures in the crypto space made ambitious forecasts about Bitcoin soaring to $200,000, Ethereum hitting $7,000, the creation of a US strategic reserve, and the mainstream adoption of stablecoins. Now, a year later, most price predictions failed to materialize, while key developments around regulation, ETFs, and payments infrastructure quietly came to fruition. Interestingly, an often overlooked market model emerged as a reliable indicator for the 2025 crypto cycle, reshaping how investors might approach future forecasts.
π
https://cryptoslate.com/which-predictions-landed-this-year-one-ignored-model-actually-nailed-the-2025-market-cycle/
ποΈ Source: CryptoSlate
π #Crypto2025 #MarketInsights #BlockchainRegulation
π³ Whale Splash:
πΉ Block Height: 930447
πΈ Block Date: 2026-01-01 16:29:18 UTC
πΈ BTC Price USD: 87827.20
π Transaction: 19,697.42078403 BTC (~$1,729,969,314.68 USDT)
πΈ Fee: 0.00001810 BTC (~$1.59 USDT)
πΉ TXID: 86d8427d4cd5044e89d715fa52d120fa52ec690172943dcde036c9a400a29a3a
#WhaleAlert #Crypto
π³ Whale Splash:
πΉ Block Height: 930432
πΈ Block Date: 2026-01-01 14:23:21 UTC
πΈ BTC Price USD: 87834.40
π Transaction: 19,699.49174871 BTC (~$1,730,293,038.05 USDT)
πΈ Fee: 0.00001810 BTC (~$1.59 USDT)
πΉ TXID: 65ef13190bb34d02e8d5096e94d5e5a23c6aae756fd525a403c06cd9908420f6
#Crypto #Blockchain
π° News Alert...
π Title: Bitcoin ETF Fatigue is Real: Ignoring Noise, These Are the 10 Days That Mattered in 2025
ποΈ Published: 2026-01-01T13:00:00.000Z
π Summary: Following Bitcoin ETFs throughout 2025 revealed a common challenge: distinguishing meaningful trends from daily market noise. Investors often found themselves sifting through βrisk-onβ and βrisk-offβ narratives that oversimplified a complex landscape. This article highlights the ten most impactful days in 2025 that truly shaped the Bitcoin ETF market, urging stakeholders to focus on these key moments rather than the volatility of daily flows.
π
https://cryptoslate.com/bitcoin-etf-fatigue-is-real-ignoring-noise-these-are-the-10-days-that-mattered-in-2025/
ποΈ Source: CryptoSlate
π #BitcoinETF #MarketAnalysis #CryptoInvesting
π° News Alert...
π Title: Spot Bitcoin ETFs Snap 7-Day Outflow Streak with $355M as Liquidity Improves
ποΈ Published: 2025-12-31T13:00:00.000Z
π Summary: US spot Bitcoin ETFs have seen a positive turnaround, attracting $355 million in inflows after experiencing a week-long outflow totaling $1.12 billion. This shift indicates improving liquidity in the market and renewed investor confidence in these products. The inflow marks a significant moment for Bitcoin ETFs amid changing market dynamics.
π
ποΈ Source: Cointelegraph by Amin Haqshanas
π #BitcoinETFs #CryptoMarket #InvestmentTrends

Cointelegraph
Bitcoin ETFs End 7-Day Outflows With $355M Inflows Amid Improving Liquidity
Spot Bitcoin ETFs reversed a week-long outflow streak with $355 million in inflows as analysts point to improving global liquidity conditions.
π° News Alert...
π Title: 2026 Fed Cuts Will Be βKey Catalystβ for Retailβs Return to Crypto
ποΈ Published: 2025-12-31T05:00:00.000Z
π Summary: According to a crypto analyst, continued interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve in 2026 are expected to drive renewed enthusiasm among retail investors for cryptocurrencies. The easing monetary policy could serve as a significant catalyst in revitalizing the crypto market and attracting more retail participation. This potential shift highlights the close relationship between central bank policies and investor sentiment within the digital asset space.
π
ποΈ Source: Cointelegraph by Ciaran Lyons
π #CryptoNews #FederalReserve #RetailInvesting
Cointelegraph
US Fed Rate Cuts Will Be Critical For Crypto In 2026: Analyst
Clear Street managing director Owen Lau said that the crypto marketβs performance next year will depend heavily on whether the US Federal Reserve...
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π° News Alert...
π Title: Long-Term Bitcoin Holders Sell Over 1 Million BTC Amid Market Correction
ποΈ Published: 2025-12-30T14:01:43.000Z
π Summary: During the ongoing market correction, long-term Bitcoin holders have sold more than 1 million BTC, marking the largest sell pressure event from this group since 2019. This significant move highlights a shift in sentiment among seasoned investors, potentially impacting Bitcoinβs price dynamics and signaling caution amidst current market trends.
π
ποΈ Source: James Van Straten
π #Bitcoin #CryptoMarket #LongTermHolders

Long-term holders turn net accumulators, easing a major BTC headwind
During this current correction, long term holders have sold over 1 million BTC, the largest sell pressure event from this cohort since 2019.
π° News Alert...
π Title: Bitcoinβs Violent Crash Cries βMulti-Billion Dollar Manipulationβ as On-Chain Data Catches One Market Maker Red-Handed
ποΈ Published: 2025-12-29T00:00:00.000Z
π Summary: Bitcoin (BTC) experienced a dramatic price movement within 24 hours, briefly surpassing the $90,000 mark before sharply dropping back. On-chain data analysis revealed suspicious activity pointing to large-scale market manipulation by a single market maker. This discovery has sparked renewed concerns among crypto investors about price integrity and market fairness in the digital asset space.
π
https://cryptoslate.com/bitcoins-violent-crash-cries-multi-billion-dollar-manipulation-as-on-chain-data-catches-one-market-maker-red-handed/
ποΈ Source: CryptoSlate
π #Bitcoin #MarketManipulation #CryptoInsights
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π° News Alert...
π Title: Whale Increases Leveraged Shorts to $169M Across BTC, ETH, and SOL
ποΈ Published: 2025-12-30T03:01:00.000Z
π Summary: A major whale has significantly increased leveraged short positions totaling $169 million across top cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Solana (SOL). This move suggests a growing bearish sentiment in the market, potentially reflecting declining investor confidence and foreshadowing downward pressure on crypto valuations in the near future. Market participants should stay attentive to these shifts as they could influence sentiment and trading dynamics.
π
ποΈ Source: Crypto Briefing
π #CryptoMarket #InvestmentSentiment #CryptoTrading
Whale increases leveraged shorts to $169M across BTC, ETH, and SOL
π³ Whale Splash:
πΉ Block Height: 930062
πΈ Block Date: 2025-12-29 20:23:21 UTC
πΈ BTC Price USD: 87316.60
π Transaction: 15,611.91659388 BTC (~$1,363,179,476.46 USDT)
πΈ Fee: 0.00000423 BTC (~$0.37 USDT)
πΉ TXID: d0009f3b5da528e88e07d4de74dc07bd3e4afc8234b7357662c114e98ca2def9
#WhaleAlert #BTC
π³ Whale Splash:
πΉ Block Height: 930055
πΈ Block Date: 2025-12-29 19:38:49 UTC
πΈ BTC Price USD: 87321.30
π Transaction: 32,300.00013073 BTC (~$2,820,478,001.42 USDT)
πΈ Fee: 0.00001095 BTC (~$0.96 USDT)
πΉ TXID: b0a1c712dd52c33002151f687eb736981815dfc07a6191750fdc7bc878453433
#BTC #Crypto
π° News Alert...
π Title: China to Let Banks Pay Interest on Digital Yuan Wallets from January 2026
ποΈ Published: 2025-12-01
π Summary: In a groundbreaking move, China's central bank will allow banks to pay interest on digital yuan (e-CNY) wallets starting January 1, 2026. This development transforms the e-CNY into a more deposit-like form of money, enhancing its attractiveness and financial utility. The decision contrasts with the US stance, where Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) remain banned, highlighting differing approaches to digital currency innovation.
π
ποΈ Source: Cointelegraph
π #DigitalCurrency #FintechInnovation #ChinaEconomy

Cointelegraph
China Digital Yuan Interest Plan Starts Jan 2026
The PBOC is seeking to add interest payments to e-CNY holders, to expand the national use of the digital yuan, while the US has banned the creation...
π° News Alert...
π Title: AI Use in the Workplace May Erode Worker Confidence and Skills, Warns Industry Expert
ποΈ Published: 2025-12-29T16:01:29.000Z
π Summary: Mehdi Paryavi, CEO of the International Data Center Authority, highlights growing concerns over excessive AI reliance in professional settings. While AI accelerates tasks and enhances apparent productivity, it may also undermine workers' confidence and diminish critical thinking and job skills. Paryavi urges companies to implement AI thoughtfullyβlimiting its use by role and ensuring humans maintain oversight in decision-making and quality control. This measured approach aims to preserve essential human creativity and expertise amidst rapid AI adoption.
π
ποΈ Source: Business Insider
π #FutureOfWork #AIandProductivity #WorkplaceInnovation
Business Insider
Relying too much on AI could quietly damage your confidence β and your career prospects, think tank CEO says
AI in the workplace may boost speed and efficiency, but risks eroding confidence and critical thinking, the CEO of a digital economy think tank said.