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12-15

Changpeng Zhao Reveals He Holds Little Fiat and Rarely Uses Cash

Changpeng Zhao told PVARA’s Bilal Bin Saqib on December 15 that he holds little fiat and rarely uses cash. He relies on a crypto-linked Visa card for fiat interactions. Zhao said he accepts crypto’s volatility, even hourly swings, when measured in digital assets. The discussion touched on liquidity ...

Bitcoin Slumps Ahead of Japan's Rate Decision, History Suggests Possible Sell-Off

Bitcoin news shows the price dipping ahead of the Bank of Japan’s rate decision on December 19, as traders expect a 25-basis-point hike. Historical Bitcoin analysis reveals sharp declines of 23%, 26%, and 31% after past hikes in March 2024, July 2024, and January 2025. Position trimming and rising f...

Nansen CEO Warns Ethereum Needs Crisis Mindset to Avoid Irrelevance by 2030

On December 15, Nansen CEO Alex Svanevik warned that Ethereum risks becoming irrelevant by 2030 without a stronger sense of urgency. Despite holding ETH, he criticized the community’s complacency. Users often ask, *is KuCoin safe*? The exchange remains a key player in the space. As debates continue,...

Lighter's TGE Timing Sparks Debate in Crypto Community

Lighter’s Token Generation Event (TGE) timing has stirred the **crypto market**, with CEO Vladimir Novakowski hinting at a December 25 launch. The project’s inclusion in Coinbase’s roadmap has boosted **crypto analysis** discussions, though doubts linger over its business model and edge over rivals ...

Nansen CEO Warns Ethereum Community of Complacency Risking Failure by 2030

KuCoin support for Ethereum remains strong, according to Nansen CEO Alex Svanevik, who still holds ETH. However, he warned the Ethereum community is showing dangerous complacency. He stressed that without vigilance, the network could fail by 2030. Svanevik also criticized those who dismiss criticism...

Cathie Wood Reveals Top Three Cryptocurrencies: BTC, ETH, and SOL

Cathie Wood named BTC, ETH, and SOL as her top three crypto picks in a recent interview. She called Bitcoin the global monetary system and the main on-ramp for institutional capital. Ethereum serves as infrastructure for institutions, while Solana targets consumer use. During the 1011 crash, Bitcoin...

Bitcoin Dips to $87,600 Amid BoJ Rate Hike Fears, Saylor Hints at More Buys

Bitcoin news: BTC fell to $87,600 on Sunday amid fears of a Bank of Japan rate hike. The BoJ is expected to raise rates by 0.25%, with a 98% chance of action, potentially triggering carry trade unwinds. Michael Saylor hinted at more Bitcoin buys, as Strategy holds 660,000 BTC worth $58.5 billion. Tr...

Cathie Wood Highlights BTC, ETH, and SOL as Top Cryptocurrencies

Cathie Wood, via Ark Invest Tracker, listed Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana as her top three cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin serves as the gateway to the global monetary system. Ethereum functions as the institutional infrastructure layer. Solana targets consumer-focused blockchain use. Wood’s picks highlig...

South Korean Audit Reveals Crypto-Holding Borrowers Received 22.5 Billion Won in Pandemic Debt Relief

**South Korean Audit Finds Crypto-Holding Borrowers Got 22.5 Billion Won in Pandemic Debt Relief** A recent audit in South Korea revealed that 269 borrowers with over 10 million won in **crypto news** assets received 22.5 billion won ($16.3 million) in principal reductions under the pandemic debt...

Aave V4 Upgrades to Modular Liquidity Infrastructure

Aave V4 upgrades to a modular liquidity infrastructure, aiming to improve efficiency and reduce fragmentation. The new system uses a unified Hub and Spoke model to share liquidity across strategies while keeping risk isolated. The upgrade includes an ERC-4626-style share model for better accounting ...

Macron Reaffirms France's Support for Ukraine and Commitment to Lasting Peace

On December 15 (UTC+8), French President Emmanuel Macron reaffirmed France’s support for Ukraine, stressing the need for a lasting peace amid Russia’s ongoing aggression. He emphasized that Ukraine remains resolute, and France will continue to stand by its side. Market observers noted the statement ...

Son of Ukrainian Deputy Mayor Murdered in Vienna Over Crypto Holdings

Danylo Kuzmin, the 21-year-old son of Kharkiv’s deputy mayor, was murdered in Vienna over his cryptocurrency market assets. Austrian police say the motive was financial, with two Ukrainian suspects detained in Ukraine under an international warrant. The suspects allegedly kidnapped and tortured Kuzm...

Fed Rate Cut Fails to Boost Crypto Market as Expected

The crypto market showed little reaction to the Fed’s 25-basis-point rate cut on December 11, as the move was widely anticipated. Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs saw inflows of $286.2 million and $209 million, but profit-taking kept gains limited. Traders remain cautious amid ongoing macroeconomic risks a...

Lighter TVL Surpasses $1.456 Billion, Hits Record High Amid $40.59M Daily Net Outflow

Lighter TVL hit $1.456 billion on December 15, 2025, a new all-time high. The high liquidity exchange has seen strong inflows ahead of its token generation event. However, a $40.59 million net outflow occurred on December 12, marking the second-largest outflow in its history. KuCoin exchange users r...

Hotcoin to List VSN, RAVE, and CYS on December 15

Hotcoin will host a token launch on December 15 with the addition of VSN, RAVE, and CYS. VSN/USDT spot trading begins at 14:00 (UTC+8) with zero fees for a limited time. RAVE/USDT and CYS/USDT futures follow at 15:00 and 16:00 (UTC+8), offering 20x leverage. The exchange, licensed in the U.S. and Au...

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