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Fed's Powell Faces Dissent, Successor May Face Greater Challenges

Federal Reserve Chair Powell faces growing dissent within the FOMC, with three members opposing recent rate decisions. A successor may struggle to build consensus amid shifting market conditions. Traders are closely watching key support and resistance levels as uncertainty impacts market-making stra...

Michael Saylor Compares BTC Passive Investment Restrictions to Historical Tech Barriers

Citing Odaily, Michael Saylor, Executive Chairman of Strategy, stated that restricting passive index investment in Bitcoin is akin to limiting investments in oil wells in the 1900s, communication spectrum in the 1980s, or data centers in the 2000s. He emphasized that Bitcoin has become a new generat...

ETH Price Drops Below $3300, 24-Hour Decline of 0.69%

ETH price fell to $3,298 on Tuesday, down 0.69% in 24 hours, according to Biji.com. XBIT Wallet data shows ETH trading volume hit $32.001 billion in the same period. ETH analysis from on-chain tools suggests short-term pressure remains, with key support levels now in focus for traders.

U.S. Senate Aims to Finalize Crypto Market Legislation Before Holiday Break

U.S. Senate aims to finalize crypto legislation before the holiday break, with lawmakers racing against the clock to resolve key differences. The proposed bill includes provisions on CFT (Countering the Financing of Terrorism), as part of broader crypto market oversight. Senator Cynthia Lummis plans...

Powell Hints at Transition, Policy Disputes, and Housing Challenges

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell hinted at a potential transition, emphasizing the need to leave the economy strong amid ongoing regulatory policy debates. He acknowledged internal Fed disagreements, with both hawkish and dovish views holding weight. Powell also noted the central bank’s limited t...

60% of Wealthy Asians Plan to Boost Crypto Holdings in Next 2-5 Years

A Sygnum survey shows 60% of high-net-worth Asians plan to boost crypto holdings in 2-5 years. Of 270 investors with over $1 million, 87% already own crypto, with half allocating more than 10%. Value investing in crypto is a key strategy, as 90% see digital assets as vital for long-term wealth and i...

Crypto Fear & Greed Index Rises to 29, Still in 'Fear' Zone

The fear and greed index climbed to 29, up three points from the prior day, but remains in the 'Fear' zone. The index, which tracks market sentiment on a 0–100 scale, considers factors like volatility, trading volume, and Bitcoin dominance. With altcoins to watch underperforming, the market continue...

Corporate BTC Treasury Holdings Surge Amid Regulatory Shifts and Bank Involvement

CFT compliance is shaping corporate Bitcoin treasury strategies as holdings surged over the past two years, with many top firms doubling BTC balances since December 2023. PNC Bank now lets private clients trade Bitcoin directly from accounts via Coinbase. The OCC recently allowed U.S. banks to trade...

Crypto Fear & Greed Index Rises to 29, Remains in 'Fear' Zone

The fear and greed index climbed to 29 on December 11, 2025, according to Alternative.me, staying in the 'fear' zone for a second day. Market sentiment remains cautious, with altcoins to watch showing limited movement. Traders are closely monitoring key indicators for signs of a potential reversal.

US Government Transfers 1,934 WETH and 13.58M BUSD from FTX Alameda Seized Funds to New Wallet

The U.S. government moved 1,934 WETH ($6.43 million) and 13.58 million BUSD from FTX Alameda’s seized funds to a new wallet on December 11, per Onchain Lens. The transfer aligns with CFT (Countering the Financing of Terrorism) efforts and reflects ongoing management of liquidity and crypto markets. ...

Paxful Pleads Guilty, Fined $7.5M for Facilitating Criminal Activities

Paxful, a Bitcoin market news focal point, has pleaded guilty to U.S. federal charges and will pay a $4 million criminal fine. The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network also imposed a $3.5 million civil penalty. Between 2017 and 2019, Paxful facilitated $3 billion in transactions while enabling crimi...

OCC Clarifies Banks Can Execute Riskless Principal Crypto Transactions

Citing Bitcoin.com, the OCC confirmed on Dec. 9 that U.S. national banks may execute riskless principal crypto-asset transactions. The interpretive letter clarifies that banks can act as principal in offsetting trades with customers without holding crypto in inventory. The move aligns with tradition...

MemeCore's M Token Surges 10% Amid Memecoin Market Decline

MemeCore’s M token has climbed over 10% in 24 hours, outpacing the 21% drop in the memecoin market. Trading volume hit $50 million, up 39%, per Coinotag. Technical indicators show RSI at 41.27 and positive funding rates, signaling bullish momentum. Traders are keeping a close eye on altcoins to watc...

US Government Transfers $20M in WETH and BUSD from FTX Seized Assets to New Address

The U.S. government has moved 1,934 WETH ($6.43 million) and 13.58 million BUSD from seized FTX assets to a new address, totaling $20.01 million. The transfer comes amid ongoing efforts to manage crypto markets under emerging regulatory frameworks like MiCA (EU Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation). ...

Sygnum Report: 87% of Asian High-Net-Worth Individuals Hold Cryptocurrencies

Sygnum’s latest digital asset news report shows 87% of Asian high-net-worth individuals hold cryptocurrencies, with an average allocation of 17%. The survey covered 270 individuals across 10 Asia-Pacific countries with over $1 million in investable assets. Sixty percent plan to boost crypto holdings...

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