π³ Long-term BTC investors (holding for over 155 days) have sold approximately 1M BTC since September.
Short-term investors stepped in, accumulating 1.3M BTC and driving Bitcoin back to $98,000 after yesterdayβs dip to $92,000. π
A dynamic shift in market powerβwho will prevail next? π€
Short-term investors stepped in, accumulating 1.3M BTC and driving Bitcoin back to $98,000 after yesterdayβs dip to $92,000. π
A dynamic shift in market powerβwho will prevail next? π€
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πͺπΊ European exchanges must delist Tether's USDT by Dec. 30 under new MiCA regulations, aimed at tighter oversight.
This move could drain EU market liquidity as USDT is the most liquid stablecoin, critical for trading and cross-border payments. πΆ
This move could drain EU market liquidity as USDT is the most liquid stablecoin, critical for trading and cross-border payments. πΆ
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π¨ Trust Wallet Glitch Causes Panic, But Funds Are Safe
On Dec. 21, Trust Wallet users were shocked as a glitch made their crypto balances disappear and reappear. Some even thought their wallets were drained! π±
π By 8:05 AM UTC, the issue was resolved, and Trust Wallet reassured users: βNo more glitches! Funds are safe.β Crisis averted.
π₯· Meanwhile, in 2024, hackers stole a staggering $2.2B in crypto, with North Korean groups behind 61% of the thefts. Compared to that, a glitch seems almostβ¦ cute? πΎ
On Dec. 21, Trust Wallet users were shocked as a glitch made their crypto balances disappear and reappear. Some even thought their wallets were drained! π±
π By 8:05 AM UTC, the issue was resolved, and Trust Wallet reassured users: βNo more glitches! Funds are safe.β Crisis averted.
π₯· Meanwhile, in 2024, hackers stole a staggering $2.2B in crypto, with North Korean groups behind 61% of the thefts. Compared to that, a glitch seems almostβ¦ cute? πΎ
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π Peter Schiff Proposal: USAcoin Over Bitcoin π
Renowned Bitcoin critic Peter Schiff can't seem to accept BTC's dominance and has pitched the idea of a U.S. national cryptocurrency β USAcoin. πΊπΈπ°
π In his vision, USAcoin would replace Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset, saving the country significant funds. The concept involves limiting the coin's supply, much like Bitcoin, but using an upgraded blockchain for enhanced functionality and seamless daily transactions. π³
Renowned Bitcoin critic Peter Schiff can't seem to accept BTC's dominance and has pitched the idea of a U.S. national cryptocurrency β USAcoin. πΊπΈπ°
π In his vision, USAcoin would replace Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset, saving the country significant funds. The concept involves limiting the coin's supply, much like Bitcoin, but using an upgraded blockchain for enhanced functionality and seamless daily transactions. π³
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Bitcoin Centralization on the Rise? π€
According to CryptoQuant CEO, ETFs, governments, and MicroStrategy now collectively hold 31% of all coins among verifiable Bitcoin holders. π
For context, this figure was just 14% last year, showing a sharp rise in institutional and governmental involvement. π¦
According to CryptoQuant CEO, ETFs, governments, and MicroStrategy now collectively hold 31% of all coins among verifiable Bitcoin holders. π
For context, this figure was just 14% last year, showing a sharp rise in institutional and governmental involvement. π¦
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π¨ HyperLiquid Under Threat of Hacking
HyperLiquid has reportedly become a trading ground for wallets linked to North Korean hackers. π₯·
Currently, their trading losses amount to $700,000. Speculation on Twitter suggests they might be testing the platform's vulnerabilities. π
If hackers manage to compromise 3 out of 4 validators, they could steal $2.3 billion in USDC. π΅
For now, their positions face liquidation risks β letβs hope they donβt get too upset and retaliate! π€ͺ
HyperLiquid has reportedly become a trading ground for wallets linked to North Korean hackers. π₯·
Currently, their trading losses amount to $700,000. Speculation on Twitter suggests they might be testing the platform's vulnerabilities. π
If hackers manage to compromise 3 out of 4 validators, they could steal $2.3 billion in USDC. π΅
For now, their positions face liquidation risks β letβs hope they donβt get too upset and retaliate! π€ͺ
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π Bitcoin Will Recovery above $100K? Experts Weigh In
Bitcoin sentiment among traders has hit its lowest level in a year, sparking predictions of a price rebound above $100,000, according to Santiment.
π Key insights:
βͺοΈFollowing a 10% drop from the ATH of $108,300, the ratio of positive to negative posts about Bitcoin stands at 4:5.
βͺοΈAnalysts suggest heightened FUD (fear, uncertainty, doubt) among traders often signals market moves against expectations β a potential recovery is on the horizon.
π Historical parallels:
Analyst Elja Boom highlighted similarities between Bitcoinβs current daily chart and its dynamics during the 2016 U.S. election, before Trumpβs victory.
- he noted, hinting at a possible bullish outcome. π
Bitcoin sentiment among traders has hit its lowest level in a year, sparking predictions of a price rebound above $100,000, according to Santiment.
π Key insights:
βͺοΈFollowing a 10% drop from the ATH of $108,300, the ratio of positive to negative posts about Bitcoin stands at 4:5.
βͺοΈAnalysts suggest heightened FUD (fear, uncertainty, doubt) among traders often signals market moves against expectations β a potential recovery is on the horizon.
π Historical parallels:
Analyst Elja Boom highlighted similarities between Bitcoinβs current daily chart and its dynamics during the 2016 U.S. election, before Trumpβs victory.
βWe have seen this before π β
- he noted, hinting at a possible bullish outcome. π
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π Telegram Turns Profitable!
For the first time in 3 years, Telegram has reported a net profit, earning over $1 billion, according to Pavel Durov. π°
β The platform now boasts a $500M reserve, excluding its crypto assets.
Telegram has officially climbed out of its financial strugglesβstronger days ahead for TON? π Stay tuned!
For the first time in 3 years, Telegram has reported a net profit, earning over $1 billion, according to Pavel Durov. π°
β The platform now boasts a $500M reserve, excluding its crypto assets.
Telegram has officially climbed out of its financial strugglesβstronger days ahead for TON? π Stay tuned!
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MicroStrategy Boosts Bitcoin Holdings!
π° MicroStrategy has acquired an additional 5,262 BTC for $561M, paying an average of ~$106,662 per Bitcoin.
π As of December 22, the company now holds a whopping 444,262 BTC, purchased for a total of ~$27.7B at an average price of ~$62,257 per Bitcoin.
MicroStrategy continues to double down on its Bitcoin strategyβwhatβs next for the crypto giant? π
π° MicroStrategy has acquired an additional 5,262 BTC for $561M, paying an average of ~$106,662 per Bitcoin.
π As of December 22, the company now holds a whopping 444,262 BTC, purchased for a total of ~$27.7B at an average price of ~$62,257 per Bitcoin.
MicroStrategy continues to double down on its Bitcoin strategyβwhatβs next for the crypto giant? π
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β Paper Hands Are Folding
New traders who entered the market in the last 2-3 months are heavily selling $BTC and $ETH. This panic is driven by their inexperience and lack of understanding that mid-sized corrections are normal. ππ
π€·ββοΈ When retail investors sell emotionally, experienced players like whales and sharks seize the opportunity to accumulate assets at lower prices.
As a result, Paper hands lose their positions, while Diamond hands grow stronger. π¦Ύ The market is setting up for a potential rebound, but the key is to stay calm. π«‘
New traders who entered the market in the last 2-3 months are heavily selling $BTC and $ETH. This panic is driven by their inexperience and lack of understanding that mid-sized corrections are normal. ππ
π€·ββοΈ When retail investors sell emotionally, experienced players like whales and sharks seize the opportunity to accumulate assets at lower prices.
As a result, Paper hands lose their positions, while Diamond hands grow stronger. π¦Ύ The market is setting up for a potential rebound, but the key is to stay calm. π«‘
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π Holiday Heist in Crypto
π₯· According to Certik, hackers have stolen $320,000 in an attack on Moonwell Periphery, targeting @MoonwellDeF lending pools on Optimism.
π It seems someone got their Christmas gift early this year. π
π₯· According to Certik, hackers have stolen $320,000 in an attack on Moonwell Periphery, targeting @MoonwellDeF lending pools on Optimism.
π It seems someone got their Christmas gift early this year. π
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π Market Correction in Perspective
The current market dip (-11.7%) aligns with average pullbacks since September 2023. For comparison, the largest correction occurred in August 2024, hitting -26.4%. π
In simple terms, nothing extraordinary is happening right now. Stay calm and remember: corrections are part of the cycle. π
The current market dip (-11.7%) aligns with average pullbacks since September 2023. For comparison, the largest correction occurred in August 2024, hitting -26.4%. π
In simple terms, nothing extraordinary is happening right now. Stay calm and remember: corrections are part of the cycle. π
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π° MicroStrategy Hits the Spotlight
The Wall Street Journal featured MicroStrategy with a full spread! π§ On the cover: 24-year-old DJ Aiden Perez, who doubled his portfolio on MicroStrategy stocks. Inspired, he created a house track with Michael Saylorβs iconic line: "People that use fiat currency ... we call them poor." π
Crypto and beatsβan unstoppable duo! πΆπΈ
The Wall Street Journal featured MicroStrategy with a full spread! π§ On the cover: 24-year-old DJ Aiden Perez, who doubled his portfolio on MicroStrategy stocks. Inspired, he created a house track with Michael Saylorβs iconic line: "People that use fiat currency ... we call them poor." π
Crypto and beatsβan unstoppable duo! πΆπΈ
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Santa Rally is Here?
π Wu Blockchain reports: The Federal Reserve can't stop Donald Trump from creating a strategic Bitcoin reserve! How? By issuing a direct order for the U.S. Treasury to use the ESF stabilization fund to buy BTC. And guess what? The Fed has no veto power here!
This spicy rumor sent Bitcoin soaring to $99,500 today, just shy of the $100,000 mark. Crypto Twitter is buzzing, believers hyped for a Santa Claus Rally! ππ
For those new here, the "Santa Rally" is a post-Christmas market trend where prices rise. Fun fact: Between 2014-2023, cryptoβs market cap grew 0.69%-11.87% during Dec 27βJan 2. Could history repeat itself? Ho ho HODL! π
π Wu Blockchain reports: The Federal Reserve can't stop Donald Trump from creating a strategic Bitcoin reserve! How? By issuing a direct order for the U.S. Treasury to use the ESF stabilization fund to buy BTC. And guess what? The Fed has no veto power here!
This spicy rumor sent Bitcoin soaring to $99,500 today, just shy of the $100,000 mark. Crypto Twitter is buzzing, believers hyped for a Santa Claus Rally! ππ
For those new here, the "Santa Rally" is a post-Christmas market trend where prices rise. Fun fact: Between 2014-2023, cryptoβs market cap grew 0.69%-11.87% during Dec 27βJan 2. Could history repeat itself? Ho ho HODL! π
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Santa Saylorβs Gift Idea: BTC π
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Santa Saylor reminds us that thereβs no better gift than Bitcoin! π With BTC currently priced at $98,300, itβs not just a cool present β itβs a gift with massive growth potential. π
Who needs socks when you can give sats? πβ¨
Santa Saylor reminds us that thereβs no better gift than Bitcoin! π With BTC currently priced at $98,300, itβs not just a cool present β itβs a gift with massive growth potential. π
Who needs socks when you can give sats? πβ¨
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Samson Mow from JAN3 literally hung green candles on his Christmas tree ππ (yes, real ones!).
When Bitcoin rallies meet holiday vibesβcrypto traders, take notes: this is how you manifest a bull run for 2025! π―π
When Bitcoin rallies meet holiday vibesβcrypto traders, take notes: this is how you manifest a bull run for 2025! π―π
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π Bitcoin is far from a bear market!
According to CryptoQuantβs CEO, the βbubbleβ phase hasnβt even started. On-chain data shows $7 billion in weekly capital flowing into BTCβclearly, weβre in a bull market. π
Whale accumulation, once market-shaking news, is now routine chatter. The narrative has shifted, with retail investors sidelined while whales dominate the scene. π§
Even if corrections happen, a drop over 30% is unlikely, and any dip would likely be followed by a strong recovery. π
The cyclical top? Not here yet. For now, Bitcoinβs peak is still a distant horizon. π
According to CryptoQuantβs CEO, the βbubbleβ phase hasnβt even started. On-chain data shows $7 billion in weekly capital flowing into BTCβclearly, weβre in a bull market. π
Whale accumulation, once market-shaking news, is now routine chatter. The narrative has shifted, with retail investors sidelined while whales dominate the scene. π§
Even if corrections happen, a drop over 30% is unlikely, and any dip would likely be followed by a strong recovery. π
The cyclical top? Not here yet. For now, Bitcoinβs peak is still a distant horizon. π
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π Bitcoinβs Christmas Journey Over the Years π
2010 β $0.25
2011 β $4
2012 β $13
2013 β $682
2014 β $319
2015 β $456
2016 β $896
2017 β $14,027 π
2018 β $3,815
2019 β $7,275
2020 β $24,665
2021 β $50,430 π
2022 β $16,831
2023 β $43,665
2024 β $98,200 π
Looking at the trend, Bitcoin seems determined to hit at least $150,000 by Christmas 2025! Will it deliver? ππ
2010 β $0.25
2011 β $4
2012 β $13
2013 β $682
2014 β $319
2015 β $456
2016 β $896
2017 β $14,027 π
2018 β $3,815
2019 β $7,275
2020 β $24,665
2021 β $50,430 π
2022 β $16,831
2023 β $43,665
2024 β $98,200 π
Looking at the trend, Bitcoin seems determined to hit at least $150,000 by Christmas 2025! Will it deliver? ππ
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