‍Byreal DEX Surpasses $1 Billion Trading Volume on Solana in 10 Weeks Byreal, a decentralized exchange (DEX) incubated by Bybit, has achieved $1 billion in cumulative trading volume on the Solana blockchain. This milestone was reached just 10 weeks after its mainnet launch in early October 2025. The platform's success is attributed to its hybrid model, combining centralized exchange liquidity with DeFi transparency. Byreal consistently ranks among the top Solana DEXs for trading volume, fees, and revenue generation. Emily Bao, Founder of Byreal, expressed gratitude for the rapid growth and user support. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7620/byreal-dex-hits-1b-trading-volume-on-solana-in-just-10-weeks

‍Phemex Celebrates 6th Anniversary with AI Security & New Wallet Launch Phemex has announced a significant advancement in cryptocurrency security, introducing an AI-powered "Predictive Security Architecture" to proactively counter evolving threats. This innovation was unveiled during the LONGITUDE conference in Abu Dhabi, coinciding with the platform's sixth anniversary. Additionally, Phemex revealed plans to incubate a new Account Abstraction wallet, aiming to bridge the Web2 and Web3 user experience and foster a holistic financial ecosystem. These developments underscore Phemex's commitment to innovation and security for its 10 million global users. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7619/phemex-unveils-ai-powered-security-new-wallet-at-6th-anniversary

‍Coinbase to Launch Prediction Markets & Tokenized Stocks on Dec. 17 Coinbase is reportedly set to launch prediction markets and tokenized stocks on December 17, 2025. The exchange has also joined the Coalition for Prediction Markets (CPM). The move positions Coinbase to compete in rapidly growing sectors of on-chain finance, with prediction market trading volumes nearing $4 billion weekly and tokenized equities seeing $1.45 billion in monthly transfers. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7618/coinbase-to-launch-prediction-markets-tokenized-stocks-on-dec-17

‍BBVA Expands OpenAI Partnership, Boosting AI in Mainstream Finance BBVA is significantly expanding its collaboration with OpenAI, providing ChatGPT Enterprise to all 120,000 employees globally. This move aims to enhance customer experience and streamline internal processes by integrating generative AI into traditional banking. The initiative follows a successful pilot that saved employees nearly three hours weekly. BBVA has a decade-long history with AI, operating "AI Factories" and employing around 1,000 data scientists. This aligns with AI's growing role in crypto for trading, security, and fraud detection. BBVA has previously offered Bitcoin and Ether services, and recently added USDC, highlighting its forward-thinking approach in both AI and digital assets. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7617/bbva-expands-openai-partnership-boosting-ai-in-mainstream-finance

‍Bank of Japan Rate Hike Looms, Potentially Affecting Bitcoin The Bank of Japan (BOJ) is signaling a potential interest rate hike, which could introduce volatility into the cryptocurrency market. Japan's ultra-low rates have supported the "yen carry trade," a source of liquidity for crypto. A rate hike would increase borrowing costs, potentially leading to unwinding of these trades and a sell-off in assets like Bitcoin. While the BOJ emphasizes a cautious approach, investors are watching the upcoming policy meeting on December 18-19 for definitive announcements. This policy shift could dampen risk appetite globally. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7616/bank-of-japan-rate-hike-looms-spells-potential-trouble-for-bitcoin

‍WSPN Secures ISO 27001 Certification, Enhancing Stablecoin Trust Worldwide Stablecoin Payment Network (WSPN) has achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification for its Information Security Management System, verified by BSI. This global standard validates WSPN's robust security protocols across governance, risk management, and incident response. "This milestone strengthens confidence among our partners, institutions, and users," stated Raymond Yuan, Founder and CEO of WSPN. The certification underscores WSPN's commitment to secure infrastructure, supporting regulated stablecoin operations and expanding its product suite, including WSPN Checkout and its WUSD stablecoin. This achievement contributes to greater trust and maturity within the digital asset industry. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7615/wspn-earns-iso-27001-certification-boosting-trust-in-stablecoins

‍CFTC Scraps Crypto 'Actual Delivery' Guidance, Boosting Exchanges The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has withdrawn its five-year-old guidance on the "actual delivery" of cryptocurrencies in commodity transactions. Acting Chairman Caroline Pham stated this move aims to eliminate outdated guidance that stifles innovation and provides digital asset exchanges with greater operational flexibility. While welcomed by the industry, the lack of replacement guidance has created some regulatory ambiguity regarding registration requirements for exchanges. This decision is seen as a positive step towards a more innovation-friendly regulatory framework for digital assets in the U.S. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7614/cftc-scraps-crypto-actual-delivery-guidance-boosting-exchanges

‍YouTube Adopts PYUSD for Creator Payouts in the USA Video hosting giant YouTube has introduced a new payout method for its U.S. creators, enabling them to receive earnings in PayPal's stablecoin, PYUSD. This integration leverages YouTube's existing partnership with PayPal for AdSense payouts. PayPal's head of crypto, May Zabaneh, emphasized the system's simplicity: "YouTube doesn’t have to touch crypto, and so we can help take away that complexity." Launched in mid-2023, PYUSD has seen significant growth, with its market capitalization reaching $3.9 billion. This move could act as a catalyst for broader stablecoin adoption. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7613/youtube-adopts-paypal-s-pyusd-for-creator-payouts-in-the-usa

‍Bitcoin Whales Accumulate Amidst Liquidity Crunch Long-term Bitcoin holders are increasing their positions despite significant market stress and unrealized losses. Accumulator wallets purchased 75,000 BTC between December 1-10, 2025. This accumulation occurs during a period of market strain, with unrealized losses nearing $350 billion. Shrinking liquidity suggests potential high volatility, exacerbated by year-end tax-loss harvesting. The Fed's recent rate cut and $40 billion monthly Treasury bill purchase program are being monitored. While aiming for banking stability, this may not fuel a major crypto rally. Experts anticipate a "low-liquidity run-up" with more buying than selling pressure. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7612/bitcoin-whales-accumulate-btc-amidst-market-wide-liquidity-crunch

‍Binance Expands Support for Trump-Linked USD1 Stablecoin Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, has significantly increased its support for USD1, a stablecoin associated with the Trump family. New, fee-free trading pairs for USD1 against Ether (ETH), Solana (SOL), and BNB (BNB) have been introduced, alongside the existing Bitcoin (BTC) pair. Furthermore, Binance will convert all collateral assets backing its BUSD stablecoin into USD1 at a 1:1 ratio within a week. USD1, launched in March and backed by US Treasury bills, has reached a market capitalization of $2.7 billion. This development follows the recent pardon of Binance founder Changpeng Zhao by President Donald Trump, a co-founder of World Liberty Financial, the entity behind USD1. Zach Witkoff, CEO of World Liberty Financial, stated, "Binance’s expansion of USD1 marks an important moment in WLFI’s effort to make digital US dollar stablecoins available to people everywhere." https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7611/binance-deepens-ties-to-trump-linked-usd1-stablecoin-with-new-pairs

‍Trump Administration Centralizes AI Regulation, Impacts Crypto Future The White House has issued an executive order to standardize AI regulation nationwide, challenging state-specific laws. This move aims to foster innovation and U.S. competitiveness but has drawn criticism from labor unions and tech policy groups. Proponents argue federal preemption is vital for competing with China, while opponents fear it prioritizes tech companies over safety. The order's focus on AI could set a precedent for regulating crypto and Web3, potentially streamlining compliance but possibly overriding favorable state regulations. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7610/trump-s-ai-order-sparks-debate-on-innovation-and-regulation

‍SEC Approves DTCC for Securities Tokenization Service The U.S. SEC has granted a "no-action" letter to a DTCC subsidiary, allowing the Depository Trust Company (DTC) to launch a service tokenizing real-world, DTC-custodied assets. This initiative aims to bridge TradFi and DeFi, with a launch anticipated in the second half of 2026. The service will digitize ownership rights of liquid assets like the Russell 1000 index, ETFs, and U.S. Treasuries, preserving all investor protections. DTCC processed $3.7 quadrillion in securities transactions in 2024, and this move could enhance market liquidity and efficiency, potentially reducing settlement times. DTCC CEO Frank La Salla highlighted benefits including improved collateral mobility and 24/7 market access. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7609/sec-greenlights-dtcc-for-landmark-securities-tokenization-service

‍Stablecoins Powering the Future of Blockchain Gaming The Web3 gaming sector is embracing stablecoins for in-game economies, shifting from speculative models to sustainable growth. This pivot addresses capital scarcity by prioritizing product quality and genuine player demand. Stablecoins offer a stable medium for transactions, shielding users from volatility. In 2024, stablecoin transfer volume reached $27.6 trillion. USDT and USDC dominate over 90% of the fiat-backed supply. Challenges include user experience fragmentation and evolving regulations, with key markets like Singapore, Japan, and Hong Kong establishing clear frameworks. Despite hurdles, optimism is returning, with stablecoins seen as a crucial growth driver for a more disciplined Web3 gaming future. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7608/stablecoins-become-cornerstone-of-blockchain-gaming-amid-market-shift

‍OpenAI Unveils GPT-5.2, Targeting Enterprise Applications OpenAI has launched GPT-5.2, a new large language model optimized for professional tasks and enterprise applications. The model reportedly matches or exceeds human performance in 71% of simulated professional tasks, according to the proprietary GDPval benchmark. GPT-5.2 is available via paid subscriptions and API access, with pricing set at $1.75 per million input tokens and $14 per million output tokens. The release intensifies discussions on AI's growing role in the labor market and potential job displacement concerns. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7607/openai-unveils-gpt-5-2-a-new-era-for-ai-in-the-workplace

‍Google's Disco Browser: AI's Impact on Web3 and Crypto Google's new AI-powered browser, Disco, could significantly alter the internet landscape and pose challenges to Web3. Utilizing its Gemini 3 model, Disco transforms multiple tabs into a single, interactive application called GenTabs, which curates information into bespoke dashboards. This centralized AI approach contrasts with Web3's emphasis on user data ownership and decentralized control. Disco's functionality may reduce direct traffic to dApps, increase data centralization, and intensify competition for intuitive user interfaces within the crypto space. While currently an experimental product, Disco's features may eventually integrate into Chrome, potentially exposing billions to an AI-driven web experience. The crypto community must accelerate the development of user-friendly dApps and decentralized AI solutions to offer a compelling alternative. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7606/google-s-new-ai-browser-disco-a-threat-to-web3-and-crypto

‍Netflix to Release Crypto Comedy Starring Jennifer Garner Netflix is producing a new comedy film, "One Attempt Remaining," featuring Jennifer Garner. The movie will focus on a divorced couple's urgent quest to recover a forgotten password for a digital wallet containing millions of dollars in cryptocurrency. The plot involves a couple who discover their forgotten crypto winnings have reached $35 million. They have a 48-hour deadline from the SEC to retrieve the funds before their claim expires. The film draws inspiration from real-life cases, such as Stefan Thomas's loss of access to 7,002 BTC and James Howells's discarded hard drive with 8,000 BTC. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7605/netflix-announces-crypto-comedy-one-attempt-remaining-with-jennifer-garner

‍HIVE Digital Lists on Colombian Exchange, Targeting Andean Markets HIVE Digital Technologies has commenced trading on the Colombian Stock Exchange (ticker: HIVECO), becoming the first company of its kind listed on a Latin American exchange. This strategic move grants HIVE access to the integrated Andean market (Colombia, Peru, Chile) and a broader investor base. Amidst economic challenges in cryptocurrency mining, particularly after the 2024 Bitcoin halving, HIVE has diversified into Artificial Intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) using its GPU infrastructure. This mirrors strategies adopted by other major miners like Core Scientific, Hut 8, and Riot Platforms. The listing introduces a new investment avenue for regional investors, focusing on the intersection of HPC, renewable energy, and Bitcoin. This development highlights a global trend of integrating digital assets into mainstream finance and may attract further capital into Latin America's technology sector. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7604/hive-digital-listed-on-colombian-exchange-eyes-andean-markets

‍Bitcoin's $100K Goal Uncertain for 2025 as Markets Shift Prediction markets indicate a reduced likelihood of Bitcoin reaching $100,000 by year-end 2025. Following recent Federal Reserve decisions, trader confidence has waned, with Kalshi assigning a 34% chance and Polymarket setting odds at 29%. Slowing corporate buying and technical resistance around $94,000 are contributing factors. While minor gains toward $98,000 are possible, a new all-time high appears unlikely in the immediate term. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7603/bitcoin-s-100k-dream-fades-for-2025-prediction-markets-show

‍Spanish Police Dismantle Violent "Wrench Attack" Gang Targeting Crypto Holders Spanish authorities, in coordination with Danish police, have arrested five suspects in connection with a violent kidnapping and murder in Málaga. The case exemplifies the alarming rise of "wrench attacks," where criminals use physical force to extort cryptocurrency. Security experts note a significant spike in such assaults, driven by rising crypto values. More than 50 physical attacks were recorded by mid-2025, a stark increase from previous years. These incidents, including kidnappings and home invasions, are a global trend, highlighting the need for enhanced personal security measures alongside digital ones. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7601/crypto-violence-surges-spanish-police-bust-murderous-wrench-attack-gang

‍LI.FI Secures $29 Million to Advance Cross-Chain Interoperability Cryptocurrency infrastructure provider LI.FI has successfully raised $29 million in a funding round co-led by Multicoin Capital and CoinFund. The capital will be used to expand LI.FI's cross-blockchain services and enhance its tools for optimizing transactions across various networks. The company plans to venture into new market segments such as perpetual contracts and prediction markets. LI.FI's platform aggregates liquidity from multiple blockchains, serving major clients like Robinhood, Binance, and Kraken, and currently processes $8 billion in monthly transaction volume. This investment underscores investor confidence in LI.FI's vision to simplify the fragmented crypto landscape. https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/7600/li-fi-nets-29-million-to-boost-cross-chain-interoperability