‍Guavy Launches AI-Powered Sentiment App for Retail Traders Canadian firm Guavy has launched an iOS app providing AI-driven sentiment signals and market intelligence, previously exclusive to institutions. The app analyzes news, social media, and other data to generate sentiment scores and trading signals. "Individual traders can access the same intelligence institutions use

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Guavy Launches AI-Powered Sentiment App to Provide Retail Trading Edge

On December 22, 2025, Canadian digital asset intelligence firm Guavy announced the official launch of its mobile application on iOS....

‍Hong Kong Explores Allowing Insurers to Invest in Crypto The Hong Kong Insurance Authority is considering regulatory changes that could permit insurance companies to allocate capital towards cryptocurrencies and infrastructure projects. This initiative is part of Hong Kong's broader strategy to become a global digital asset hub. Under the proposed framework, any crypto allocation would face a stringent 100% risk charge, requiring insurers to hold capital equivalent to the full market value of their digital asset positions. This is intended to mitigate volatility risks associated with assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The move aligns with global trends in institutional adoption of digital assets.

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Hong Kong Proposes Capital Rule Changes to Allow Crypto for Insurers

The Hong Kong Insurance Authority is reportedly exploring a significant shift in its regulatory framework that could permit insurance companies to...

‍US Crypto Funds Experience $952M Outflow Amid Regulatory Uncertainty Digital asset investment products saw a significant reversal last week, recording a net outflow of $952 million. This marks the first weekly retreat in over a month, indicating a cooling of investor appetite due to ongoing delays in U.S. cryptocurrency legislation. The outflows were primarily concentrated in the United States ($990 million), driven by delays in the U.S. Clarity Act. Ethereum (ETH) and Bitcoin (BTC) led the retreat with $555 million and $460 million in outflows, respectively. In contrast, Canada and Germany saw modest inflows. Certain altcoins like Solana (SOL) and XRP demonstrated resilience, attracting inflows of $48.5 million and $62.9 million. Bitcoin is trading near $90,000, with prediction markets favoring a move towards $100,000. Total assets under management (AUM) stand at $46.7 billion, down from $48.7 billion at the end of last year.

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US Crypto Funds See $952M Outflow Amid Regulatory Uncertainty

Digital asset investment products experienced a significant reversal last week, recording a total net outflow of $952 million....

‍Bitcoin Eyes $120,000 Amidst Bullish Metrics and Santa Rally Hopes Bitcoin (BTC) surged towards $90,000 early Monday, December 22, fueled by a recent 6.5% recovery. Analysts point to a bullish megaphone pattern and a "short squeeze" in the derivatives market, with potential price targets reaching $120,000. Crucial support lies at $84,000, with a high concentration of BTC acquired in this range acting as a strong floor. While historical year-end performance is mixed, current technicals suggest a potential upside, provided support levels are maintained.

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Bitcoin Eyes $120,000 Target as Bullish Metrics Spark Santa Rally Hopes

Bitcoin (BTC) surged toward the $90,000 threshold during early trading on Monday, December 22, as market participants increasingly look for a year-...

‍Bybit Executive: Capital Efficiency and Regulatory Clarity Key to Institutional Crypto Adoption in UAE Yoyee Wang, Head of Business-to-Business at Bybit, highlighted capital-efficient custody and regulatory transparency as crucial for institutional digital asset integration at a conference in Abu Dhabi. She emphasized that while security is paramount, operational liquidity is now essential for sustainable growth. Wang noted that institutions view custody through the lens of risk management and effective capital deployment. Off-exchange settlement models are becoming standard to mitigate risks associated with holding large balances on trading platforms. The UAE was praised for its clear regulatory framework, fostering collaboration between blockchain providers and traditional finance. Bybit's presence in the region supports this growth, aiming to bridge TradFi and DeFi for its 80 million users.

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Bybit Executive Outlines Keys to Institutional Crypto Adoption in UAE

At the HSC Asset Management high-level conference held in Abu Dhabi on December 22, 2025, Yoyee Wang, Head of Business-to-Business at Bybit, identi...

‍Tezos Etherlink Sees 5,566% TVL Surge Post-Farfadet Upgrade Tezos EVM layer, Etherlink, has activated its Farfadet upgrade, concluding a significant 2025. The network's Total Value Locked (TVL) has surged by 5,566%, rising from $1.46 million to over $82.73 million. The Farfadet upgrade nearly doubles throughput, enabling over 1,000 native transfers per second with minimal transaction costs. Key improvements include fast withdrawals, reducing bridge times from 15 days to under a minute. This growth is supported by the $3 million Apple Farm incentive program, attracting DeFi protocols, liquid staking, and tokenized assets. Etherlink has also gained traction in Web3 gaming, with 438,500 unique users.

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Tezos Etherlink Records 5,566% TVL Growth Following Farfadet Upgrade

The Tezos EVM layer, Etherlink, has successfully activated its sixth major technical upgrade of the year, titled Farfadet....

‍Indonesia Issues Crypto Platform Whitelist Amidst Global Influx Indonesia's Financial Services Authority (OJK) has released a list of 29 licensed cryptocurrency platforms, establishing a clear regulatory framework for digital asset trading. This serves as a reference for the country's 17 million crypto traders. The move coincides with major international firms, including Robinhood and OSL Group, acquiring local entities and expanding into the Indonesian market. This regulatory clarification aligns with OJK Regulation No. 23/2025, enhancing oversight of digital financial assets and implementing investor protection protocols. Indonesia's position as a top-10 global crypto adopter, as per Chainalysis, highlights the growing significance of its digital asset sector.

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Indonesia OJK Whitelists 29 Crypto Platforms as Global Giants Enter Market

Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority (OJK) has officially released a whitelist containing 29 licensed cryptocurrency platforms, establishing ...

‍Hyperliquid Addresses HYPE Token Shorting by Former Employee Hyperliquid has clarified community concerns regarding suspicious HYPE token trading activity. The co-founder, Iliensinc, confirmed that a wallet responsible for shorting the asset belonged to a former employee terminated in Q1 2024. The team has distanced itself from these actions and implemented strict internal trading policies to prevent conflicts of interest and trading on material non-public information. Despite the controversy, Hyperliquid maintains dominance in the perpetual DEX market, processing over $653 billion in Q2 2025 and capturing 73% market share. The HYPE token has shown significant volatility, trading around $25.40 as of December 22, 2024, but remains up significantly since its debut.

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Hyperliquid Clarifies HYPE Shorting Linked to Former Employee

Hyperliquid, a leading decentralized perpetual exchange (DEX), has addressed community concerns regarding suspicious trading activity involving its...

‍Rabby Wallet Facilitates Recovery of $85,740 Post-Multichain Collapse A Rabby Wallet user has successfully recovered $85,740 in USDC, previously inaccessible after the Multichain exploit. This highlights the wallet's capability to interact directly with smart contracts when project frontends fail. The recovery process involved bypassing the defunct Multichain website to execute necessary smart contract functions. This incident underscores the value of self-custody tools providing deep blockchain interaction visibility. Meanwhile, legal proceedings in Singapore continue, with KPMG appointed as joint liquidators to oversee the distribution of remaining assets to creditors.

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Rabby Wallet Enables Recovery of $85,740 Following Multichain Collapse

A user of the Rabby Wallet ecosystem has successfully retrieved $85,740 in USDC that had been inaccessible since the catastrophic exploit of the...

‍CoinPoker Expands to iOS with New Mobile Platform and $5,000 Freeroll Decentralized gaming platform CoinPoker has launched a web-based mobile application, granting iOS users access to real-money poker tables via mobile browsers. This expansion also introduces a monthly $5,000 USDT freeroll tournament for new users who register with the promo code MOBILE. The platform utilizes USDT for stable in-game currency and offers diverse poker options, from micro-stakes to high-stakes cash games and major tournaments like the Winter Series. CoinPoker also features a provably fair RNG and supports fiat deposits. Endorsed by poker pros, the platform aims to be a unified gambling hub with its poker, sportsbook, and crypto casino offerings, including a 150% welcome bonus up to $2,000.

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CoinPoker Launches iOS-Compatible Mobile Platform and $5,000 Freeroll

Decentralized gaming platform CoinPoker has officially announced the launch of its upgraded mobile poker application, significantly expanding its r...

‍Apertum Announces Strategic Expansion, Leveraging Avalanche Subnet Technology Apertum Blockchain is initiating a strategic expansion to accelerate the adoption of its Layer-1 decentralized infrastructure. Built on Avalanche's subnet technology, the network boasts EVM compatibility and high scalability. A recent CertiK audit found zero vulnerabilities, underscoring its security. Since its launch on January 30, 2025, Apertum has processed over 7 million transactions and registered more than 300,000 unique wallet addresses. The APTM token is now listed on MEXC, BingX, BitMart, and Poloniex. The project emphasizes accessibility, aiming to onboard everyday users and businesses with tools requiring no technical knowledge, a philosophy that earned it the Top Layer-1 Blockchain Award at the FinanceFeeds and Crypto.News Awards 2025. Apertum operates independently of VC funding, relying on DAO-led governance and organic growth, aligning with the growing institutional acceptance of digital assets.

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Apertum Announces Strategic Expansion as Layer-1 Network Gains Momentum

Josip Heit, Senior Strategy Advisor at Apertum Blockchain, has officially unveiled a strategic expansion initiative designed to accelerate the adop...

‍US House Proposes Tax Safe Harbor for Stablecoins and Staking US lawmakers have introduced a bipartisan legislative framework aimed at refining the taxation of digital assets. The draft bill seeks to establish a safe harbor for certain stablecoin transactions and clarify the tax treatment of rewards from blockchain validation. The proposed legislation aims to exempt transactions involving regulated stablecoins from capital gains taxes if their value remains within a narrow peg ($0.99-$1.01). It also seeks to de-risk participation for validators, defer tax liabilities on staking and mining rewards until sale, and align US laws with international standards. This move could significantly reduce tax complexity for users and enhance the US as a hub for PoS operations.

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US House Proposes Tax Safe Harbor for Stablecoins and Staking

US lawmakers have introduced a bipartisan legislative framework aimed at refining the taxation of digital assets within the country....

‍2025 Crypto Gaming Landscape: High-Profile Closures and Strategic Shifts The blockchain gaming sector has experienced significant turbulence in 2025, with numerous projects ceasing operations. Many studios have struggled with liquidity and user engagement, highlighting the volatility and funding challenges within Web3 gaming. Key themes include funding crises, as seen with Deadrop and Nyan Heroes, leading to token value collapse. Other notable exits due to financial constraints include Ember Sword, The Mystery Society, Realms of Alurya, and Mojo Melee. Some projects, like Square Enix's Symbiogenesis, concluded intentionally, while others, such as Moonfrost, removed blockchain elements to focus on traditional platforms. These shutdowns have resulted in significant loss of utility for players' NFTs and native tokens. The trend underscores a shift toward sustainable development models over speculative asset sales.

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Crypto Gaming Shutdowns of 2025: Major Projects Exit the Market

The landscape of blockchain-based gaming has faced significant turbulence throughout 2025, marked by a wave of high-profile closures and strategic ...

‍Arthur Hayes Predicts Bitcoin to Reach $200,000 by March 2026 BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes forecasts a significant rally for Bitcoin, predicting a price of $200,000 by March 2026. He attributes this surge to the Federal Reserve's new Reserve Management Purchases (RMP) policy, which he likens to quantitative easing. Hayes expects Bitcoin to trade between $80,000 and $100,000 for the remainder of 2024, but anticipates a parabolic move as market perception shifts regarding Fed liquidity. The RMP policy, announced at the December 10, 2025, FOMC meeting, involves the Fed purchasing short-term Treasury securities at $40 billion per month to maintain ample bank reserves. Hayes believes this will be interpreted as money printing, driving Bitcoin higher. He anticipates Bitcoin will first reclaim $124,000 and reach its peak optimism by March 2026, before forming a local bottom above $124,000.

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Bitcoin Billionaire Arthur Hayes Predicts BTC to Hit $200,000 by March

BitMEX co-founder and billionaire investor Arthur Hayes has projected a massive rally for Bitcoin, forecasting that the digital asset will reach $2...

‍Solana Treasuries Grow: Top 5 Public Companies Now Hold Millions in SOL Several publicly traded companies are now integrating Solana (SOL) into their balance sheets, mirroring MicroStrategy's Bitcoin treasury model. These firms are leveraging the Solana blockchain for capital preservation and yield generation via staking. As of December 21, 2025, the top five holders collectively possess millions of SOL tokens, indicating a significant shift in corporate treasury management towards altcoins. Forward Industries leads with 6,921,432 SOL, earning approximately $4.6 million in staking revenue in Q4 2025. Solana Company follows with 2.2 million SOL. DeFi Development Corporation and Upexi hold over 2.1 million SOL each, with Upexi notably adding BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes to its advisory committee. Sharps Technology rounds out the top five with 2 million SOL, positioning itself as a "Solana accelerator company." This trend highlights institutional interest in Solana's PoS rewards and DeFi capabilities, viewing SOL as a productive asset.

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Top 5 Publicly Traded Companies Holding Solana in Their Treasuries

The trend of institutional adoption of digital assets has evolved beyond Bitcoin, with several publicly traded corporations now integrating Solana ...

‍IOSG Ventures Predicts 2025 as Crypto's "Worst Year," Targets 2026 Rally IOSG Ventures partner Jocy forecasts 2025 to be the most challenging year for cryptocurrencies, with significant selling pressure from early investors liquidating up to 1.4 million BTC ($121.17 billion) between March 2024 and November 2025. Key catalysts for this distribution phase include the launch of spot Bitcoin ETFs, the 2024 US Presidential election, and BTC trading consistently above $100,000 in 2025. Unlike previous cycles, the current market exhibits a multi-wave, sustained distribution pattern. Despite the anticipated downturn, IOSG remains bullish for 2026, expecting a robust recovery once early holder reserves are depleted and the Bitcoin network's ownership structure stabilizes.

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IOSG Partner Foresees "Worst Year" for Crypto in 2025, Targets 2026 Rally

A prominent partner at IOSG Ventures, known as Jocy, has issued a sobering forecast for the digital asset market, predicting that 2025 will be the ...

‍Gem Wallet Launches Multi-Chain USDT Infrastructure Gem Wallet has introduced a major update to its self-custody solution, enhancing USDT management across over 10 blockchains. With USDT market cap exceeding $140 billion, the platform now integrates swaps, cross-chain bridges, and anti-scam protection to address fragmented liquidity and security risks. The update simplifies cross-chain transfers for USDT variants on networks like Ethereum, Tron, and Solana, reducing user error and "bridge fatigue." Advanced security features combat address poisoning attacks, which cost users over $100 million in 2024. Gem Wallet aims to offer enterprise-grade tools while maintaining user control over private keys and optimizing transaction costs.

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Gem Wallet Launches Comprehensive Multi-Chain USDT Infrastructure

The open-source self-custody provider Gem Wallet has announced a major infrastructure update aimed at streamlining USDT (Tether) management across ...

‍IZAKAYA Ecosystem Launches IZKY Token on LBank The IZAKAYA ecosystem has announced the listing of its IZKY token on the global exchange LBank, effective December 21, 2024. IZAKAYA aims to simplify DeFi by consolidating swaps, lending protocols, and NFT utilities into a single automated interface, addressing liquidity fragmentation. The IZKY token, with a total supply of 1 trillion units, will be used for internal circulation and user incentives, offering holders benefits such as fee discounts and enhanced yields. This listing on LBank, serving over 20 million users, is a strategic move to boost market liquidity and provide wider access to the project's self-custodial asset management tools.

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IZAKAYA Ecosystem Launches IZKY Token on LBank to Simplify DeFi Yields

The decentralized finance (DeFi) sector has reached a new milestone in accessibility with the official listing of IZAKAYA (IZKY) on the global...

‍Maple Finance CEO: Traditional DeFi is Over, On-Chain Capital Markets Are the Future Sidney Powell, CEO of Maple Finance, stated that the initial phase of DeFi has concluded. He believes the future lies in on-chain capital markets, which will eventually displace traditional Wall Street infrastructure. The industry is evolving towards institutional-grade, blockchain-based financial ecosystems, moving beyond retail speculation and basic lending. Powell predicts a diminishing reliance on Wall Street intermediaries as institutions adopt blockchain solutions, enabling more efficient trading, clearing, and settlement on public and permissioned ledgers. This shift promises on-chain settlement, increased transparency, and direct access to liquidity pools.

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Traditional DeFi is Dead: Maple Finance CEO Foresees On-Chain Evolution

Sidney Powell, the co-founder and CEO of the institutional lending platform Maple Finance, has stated that the initial phase of decentralized finan...

‍Hurun Report: 25% of Chinese HNWIs Plan to Increase Crypto Holdings A new study by the Hurun Research Institute indicates a significant shift among China's affluent investors. Approximately 25% of Chinese high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) plan to expand their exposure to digital currencies within the next twelve months. Currently, digital currencies represent 2% of the total financial investments held by Chinese HNWIs. The report also highlights a growing interest in digital collectibles, with AI influencing this trend. These investors are increasingly diversifying their wealth through global crypto markets. The findings suggest a broadening acceptance of digital assets, potentially driving increased adoption of major cryptocurrencies and the digital art market in 2026.

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Hurun Report: 25% of Chinese Wealthy Investors to Boost Crypto Holdings

A new study by the Hurun Research Institute reveals a significant shift in the investment strategies of China