‍Revolut Lists XYO Token, Expanding DePIN's Reach Global fintech platform Revolut has added support for the XYO token, a significant step for the Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network (DePIN) sector. This listing introduces XYO, a company focused on real-world data verification for AI and digital systems, to Revolut's extensive user base. XYO utilizes over 10 million nodes to collect and validate data, with its Proof of Location and Proof of Origin technologies ensuring data integrity. The project's COIN App has introduced millions to blockchain concepts, and XYO is also listed on major exchanges like Coinbase and Kraken. This move highlights the growing institutional interest in blockchain networks powering real-world data and AI infrastructure. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7539/revolut-lists-xyo-token-boosting-depin-s-mainstream-exposure

‍Bitcoin Breaks $94,000: Bull Run Ahead or Temporary Rally? Bitcoin (BTC) has surged past $94,000, reigniting short-term bullish sentiment. However, liquidity indicators suggest caution. The price broke the $93,500 resistance ahead of the FOMC meeting. Trader Jelle notes an upside bias with the $93,000 level cleared. Despite the rally, the bid-ask ratio remains low, indicating limited committed buying. The Korea Premium Index has cooled, while the Coinbase Premium Index shows positive U.S. investor sentiment, potentially signaling early spot accumulation. The market's direction hinges on the FOMC outcome and sustained demand to confirm a lasting trend. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7538/bitcoin-surpasses-94-000-a-new-bull-run-or-a-short-term-rally

‍Bitwise Crypto Index Fund BITW Uplisted to NYSE Arca Exchange The Bitwise 10 Crypto Index Fund (BITW) has moved from OTC markets to NYSE Arca, effective December 9, 2025. This strategic move provides regulated exposure to a diversified crypto portfolio, including Bitcoin, Ether, Solana, and XRP, on a major traditional trading platform. The uplisting reflects growing institutional interest and aims to bridge traditional finance with digital assets, enhancing accessibility for investors. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7537/bitwise-crypto-index-fund-bitw-uplisted-to-nyse-arca-exchange

‍PNC Bank Enables Direct Bitcoin Trading via Coinbase Integration PNC Bank has launched direct spot Bitcoin trading for its eligible private bank clients, making it the first major U.S. bank to offer this service within its digital banking platform. The new offering is powered by a partnership with Coinbase's Crypto-as-a-Service (CaaS) infrastructure. Initially available to high-net-worth clients of PNC Private Bank, this move addresses growing client demand for digital asset access in a controlled environment. PNC plans to expand the service to other client groups and introduce more features. This initiative marks a significant step in institutional crypto adoption, providing direct trading capabilities, distinguishing it from other banks focusing on custody or ETFs. Regulatory clarity and investor demand are driving this trend in traditional finance. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7536/pnc-bank-launches-direct-bitcoin-trading-via-coinbase-integration

‍The Sandbox Integrates Corners Platform for Web3 Content Monetization The Sandbox has announced the integration of Corners, a new Web3 platform designed for curating and monetizing internet content. Launched in beta on December 9, 2025, Corners allows users to transform collections of links and content into transferable digital assets called "Corner Coins." Built on Coinbase's Base layer 2 blockchain, the platform enhances utility for The Sandbox's SAND token, which powers all platform activities and rewards curators. SAND will also become available on the Base network via Aerodrome. CEO Robby Yung stated Corners extends SAND token utility beyond gaming, creating new opportunities for creativity and participation. A public launch is expected in early 2026. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7535/the-sandbox-expands-with-corners-a-web3-content-curation-platform

‍POPOLOGY® Revolutionizes Pop Culture with Blockchain Network A new decentralized media platform, POPOLOGY®, is set to redefine pop culture value using Web3. Co-founded by Joe Rey and Oliver Fuselier, the project turns user attention into a digital asset, fostering a transparent content economy. The platform's core is POPcast® PEERstream™, allowing users to mint video playlists as NFTs. Creators, or POPOLOGISTs®, can embed ads from POPmercial® for direct monetization. POPOLOGY® will operate on the Base L2 chain. The native token, POPOLOGYcoin ($POPs), rewards creators and viewers, with 50% of net ad revenue redistributed. It also enables premium features and content boosting. A gamified "Futures in Popular" feature allows staking $POPs for content prediction rewards. POPOLOGY® challenges traditional media by integrating blockchain and AI, aiming for a decentralized future where participation is rewarded and creators have agency. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7534/popology-to-revolutionize-pop-culture-with-a-blockchain-network

‍Malaysia Introduces Ringgit-Pegged Stablecoin RMJDT The Crown Prince of Johor has launched RMJDT, a stablecoin pegged to the Malaysian ringgit, on the Zetrix blockchain. This initiative, operating under a regulated sandbox framework, aims to boost cross-border trade and attract foreign investment. The stablecoin is backed by ringgit deposits and Malaysian government bonds. Concurrently, Bullish Aim will establish a Digital Asset Treasury (DAT) with an initial allocation of 500 million ringgits in Zetrix tokens, inspired by MicroStrategy's strategy. This treasury will also stake Zetrix tokens to support the Malaysian Blockchain Infrastructure. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7533/malaysia-crown-prince-launches-ringgit-stablecoin-and-zetrix-treasury

‍Mantle Ecosystem Achieves Significant Milestones Mantle, a Layer-2 blockchain network, has experienced substantial growth in 2025, establishing itself as a prominent on-chain finance platform. The ecosystem's Total Value Locked (TVL) has surpassed $2.2 billion, and its treasury assets have reached $7.9 billion. Stablecoin supply on the network exceeds $750 million, supported by over 200 dApps. Key advancements include integration with EigenLayer and leadership as the largest ZK Rollup. Since October 2025, Mantle has focused on Real World Assets (RWAs), forming partnerships with Anchorage, Aave, and Bybit to support institutional applications. This strategic shift aims to bridge traditional and decentralized finance. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7532/mantle-ecosystem-tvl-hits-2-2b-treasury-reaches-7-9b

‍BTCC Integrates with TradingView for Advanced Perpetual Futures Trading BTCC, the longest-operating crypto exchange, has integrated with TradingView, a leading charting platform. This allows BTCC's over 10 million users to trade more than 400 perpetual futures pairs directly via TradingView's interface. The partnership aims to provide a unified platform combining advanced market analysis with seamless trade execution. Users can leverage TradingView's charting tools and indicators to inform strategies and execute trades on BTCC without leaving the platform. BTCC reported $1.15 trillion in trading volume in Q3 2025, a 20% increase from the previous quarter, with its user base expanding to over 10 million. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7531/btcc-integrates-with-tradingview-for-advanced-perpetual-futures-trading

‍Dogecoin ETFs Experience Significant Decline in Trading Volume Recent data indicates a sharp drop in trading activity for US spot Dogecoin ETFs, reaching their lowest levels since inception. This decline suggests a shift in investor preference towards more established crypto assets, despite Dogecoin's robust performance in the broader market. Bitcoin and Ether ETFs continue to dominate, showcasing investor confidence in market leaders. Other altcoin ETFs also show lower volumes, though some, like XRP, demonstrate consistent inflows, highlighting an evolving market landscape. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7530/dogecoin-etfs-see-trading-volumes-plummet-amidst-market-shift

‍Zooko Wilcox, Zcash Founder, Joins Cypherpunk as Strategic Advisor Cypherpunk Technologies Inc. has announced that Zooko Wilcox, founder of Zcash, will join as a Strategic Advisor. This move aligns with Cypherpunk's pivot to a digital asset strategy centered on Zcash, following a $58.88 million private placement led by Winklevoss Capital. Wilcox will advise on self-sovereign digital systems, emphasizing that user-controlled privacy is a fundamental societal building block. Cypherpunk aims to become a key player in the privacy coin ecosystem by accumulating ZEC and supporting innovation in privacy technology. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7529/zcash-founder-zooko-wilcox-joins-cypherpunk-as-strategic-advisor

‍Baltex Enhances Privacy with Bitcoin to Monero Swaps Baltex has launched upgraded private Bitcoin (BTC) to Monero (XMR) swaps, offering a non-custodial solution for enhanced transactional confidentiality. This service utilizes a Houdini-style protocol to sever on-chain links between BTC and XMR, addressing growing demand for privacy. Andrew K., CMO at Baltex.io, stated the technology is designed for "high-net-worth individuals, traders exiting positions, and institutions managing client privacy" needing to convert significant volume into Monero without leaving "forensic breadcrumbs." The process is registration-free and ensures users' anonymity. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7528/baltex-launches-private-bitcoin-to-monero-swaps-to-boost-anonymity

‍Bybit Launches Boost Battle with 10,000 USDT Weekly Grand Prize Bybit has announced its new competitive trading event, Boost Battle, running from December 9, 2025, to February 1, 2026. Participants can earn points based on trading volume on eligible Spot or Futures pairs, with bonus points for trading featured tokens. The top trader each week wins 10,000 USDT. Daily trading volumes of 10,000 USDT earn Lucky Draw tickets. This initiative aims to enhance user engagement and reward trading activity within the Bybit community. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7527/bybit-launches-boost-battle-with-10-000-usdt-weekly-grand-prize

‍EU to Centralize Crypto Oversight Under ESMA by 2027 The European Union is set to implement significant Capital Markets Union reforms by 2027, granting the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) direct supervisory powers over Crypto-Asset Service Providers (CASPs). This move aims to create a unified regulatory framework across the 27 member states, eliminating regulatory arbitrage and fostering a more integrated financial market. EU Financial Services Commissioner Mairead McGuinness stated that implementation is ideally targeted for 2027. This centralization is expected to simplify cross-border operations for crypto firms, though concerns about potential impacts on innovation remain. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7526/eu-crypto-regulation-esma-to-gain-direct-oversight-by-2027

‍Cronos Labs Unveils Cronos One for Verified Web3 Onboarding Cronos Labs has launched Cronos One, a unified hub simplifying user onboarding to the Cronos blockchain. The platform integrates bridging, wallet funding, and on-chain identity verification via Cronos Verify, a gasless attestation service. This aims to enhance Sybil resistance and facilitate fairer incentive programs. Early partners like Moonlander and Delphi are offering rewards for verified users, while Tectonic and VVS Finance provide exclusive access and gasless transactions. The launch follows infrastructure upgrades including a 10x reduction in gas fees and sub-second block times, positioning Cronos for institutional adoption. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7525/cronos-labs-unveils-cronos-one-for-verified-web3-onboarding

‍Hong Kong Tech Stocks Dip Amid Market Volatility The Hang Seng Index fell 1.29% and the Hang Seng Tech Index declined 1.9% on Tuesday. This downturn in traditional equities, particularly the tech sector, draws attention from crypto investors due to the increasing correlation between financial markets and digital assets. While Hong Kong actively pursues its Web3 ambitions with a supportive regulatory framework and initiatives like tokenized government bonds, daily market fluctuations offer insights into broader investor sentiment. This interconnectedness suggests that downturns in major stock indices can signal a "risk-off" environment, potentially impacting crypto holdings. However, Hong Kong's long-term strategic focus on digital assets indicates continued growth in the global crypto landscape. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7524/hong-kong-tech-stocks-dip-raising-questions-for-crypto-investors

‍TrustLinq Launches Platform to Integrate Crypto with Global Finance Swiss-regulated TrustLinq has introduced a new service designed to solve the challenge of using digital assets in the traditional financial system. The platform allows users to fund fiat currency transactions directly from their cryptocurrency holdings, aiming to enable spending of billions in digital assets. Despite widespread crypto adoption, a significant usability gap exists, with a vast number of crypto holders facing limited merchant acceptance. TrustLinq bridges this gap by facilitating fiat payments in over 70 currencies via networks like SEPA and SWIFT, without requiring a traditional bank account. Operating as a non-custodial financial intermediary under Swiss regulation, TrustLinq ensures users retain control of their digital assets. The platform supports major stablecoins including USDT, USDC, and EURC. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7523/trustlinq-unveils-solution-to-crypto-s-multi-billion-dollar-problem

‍Retail Bitcoin Interest on Binance Hits Record Lows in 2025 On-chain data indicates a significant decrease in retail investor activity on Binance, with daily Bitcoin inflows from holders of 1 BTC or less falling from 2,675 BTC in December 2022 to just 411 BTC in late 2025. This "structural decline" is largely attributed to the rise of spot Bitcoin ETFs in the U.S., offering a more accessible and secure way to gain exposure without direct exchange involvement. While retail activity on exchanges wanes, larger investors ("whales") appear to be increasing their long positions, a trend some analysts view as a potential bottom signal for BTC price. This shift signifies a maturing market, potentially leading to greater price stability as retail investors opt for regulated products over direct exchange trading. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7522/bitcoin-retail-interest-on-binance-hits-record-lows-in-2025

‍Bitwise CIO Predicts Crypto Index Funds to Surge in 2026 Matt Hougan, CIO of Bitwise, forecasts a significant rise in crypto index funds by 2026. This growth is attributed to the increasing complexity of the digital asset market, making it challenging for investors to pick individual winners. Index funds offer diversified exposure to cryptocurrencies, mitigating volatility. Hougan advocates for a "buy the market" strategy via market-cap-weighted index funds to capture potential growth across various sectors like DeFi and tokenized assets. He anticipates substantial market expansion driven by stablecoins and real-world asset tokenization. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7521/crypto-index-funds-to-surge-in-2026-predicts-bitwise-cio

‍Circle Secures Abu Dhabi License, Expands MENA Presence Circle, the issuer of USD Coin (USDC), has obtained a Money Services Provider license from the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). This authorization allows Circle to offer regulated payment services and stablecoin products in the region. The company has appointed Dr. Saeeda Jaffar, formerly of Visa, to lead its Middle East and North Africa (MENA) operations. Industry experts view this move as validation of the UAE's robust regulatory framework for digital assets. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7520/circle-gets-abu-dhabi-license-hires-ex-visa-exec-for-mena-push