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💸 Brazil’s Stablecoin Ban: More Decentralization Ahead? Brazil’s central bank wants to ban stablecoin transfers to self-custodial wallets. The reason? Protect their "melting fiat ice cubes." 🧊💸 But crypto execs are unfazed: enforcing a ban on P2P transactions…
🚨 New EU Rules for Crypto Transfers Over €1,000
Starting December 30, sending or receiving over €1,000 to/from a non-custodial wallet will require proof of ownership. 😳
Example: Moving BTC to your Trust Wallet? If it’s over €1,000, you’ll need to prove the wallet is yours. 🧐
Kraken has notified users, but it seems this rule will apply across other exchanges too. The goal? Ensuring wallets are tied to their owners—likely for easier tax tracking. 😬
Starting December 30, sending or receiving over €1,000 to/from a non-custodial wallet will require proof of ownership. 😳
Example: Moving BTC to your Trust Wallet? If it’s over €1,000, you’ll need to prove the wallet is yours. 🧐
Kraken has notified users, but it seems this rule will apply across other exchanges too. The goal? Ensuring wallets are tied to their owners—likely for easier tax tracking. 😬
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🚨 Fake Zoom Conferences Stealing Crypto!
Scammers are using fake Zoom invites to launch phishing attacks, warns SlowMist.
👀 Here’s how it works: victims receive a “Zoom meeting” link, which leads to a malicious app disguised as the Zoom client. This app steals browser data, Telegram accounts, cookies, seed phrases, and wallet keys.
The links mimic real Zoom URLs, and the fake website perfectly imitates Zoom’s interface. One hacker has already raked in over $1M in stolen crypto. 🙀
Stay alert—double-check links and only download apps from official sources! 🛡
Scammers are using fake Zoom invites to launch phishing attacks, warns SlowMist.
👀 Here’s how it works: victims receive a “Zoom meeting” link, which leads to a malicious app disguised as the Zoom client. This app steals browser data, Telegram accounts, cookies, seed phrases, and wallet keys.
The links mimic real Zoom URLs, and the fake website perfectly imitates Zoom’s interface. One hacker has already raked in over $1M in stolen crypto. 🙀
Stay alert—double-check links and only download apps from official sources! 🛡
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🔥 BGB Token Leads Global Top-100 Growth!
Bitget announced plans to burn 40% of its BGB supply (~800M tokens worth $6.8B). Starting in 2025, the exchange will also conduct quarterly burns, using 20% of its profits to repurchase and burn tokens—a strategy pioneered by Binance.
In 2024, BGB has skyrocketed over 13x, breaking into the top 20 cryptocurrencies with a market cap exceeding $11.7B. 🚀
Looks like BGB is on fire—literally and figuratively! 🔥💎
Bitget announced plans to burn 40% of its BGB supply (~800M tokens worth $6.8B). Starting in 2025, the exchange will also conduct quarterly burns, using 20% of its profits to repurchase and burn tokens—a strategy pioneered by Binance.
In 2024, BGB has skyrocketed over 13x, breaking into the top 20 cryptocurrencies with a market cap exceeding $11.7B. 🚀
Looks like BGB is on fire—literally and figuratively! 🔥💎
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🇺🇸 Trump’s "Made in USA" Bitcoin Promise: Mission Impossible?
Trump wants all Bitcoin mining to happen in the US, but with 95% of BTC already minted and global mining booming in places like Russia, UAE, and Africa, it’s a tall order. 🌍⚡️
US miners like CleanSpark and Riot cheer for his support, hoping for fewer regulations and a competitive edge. But decentralization, global competition, and cheap energy abroad make it hard to monopolize mining. 🔨
Turns out, Bitcoin doesn’t care about borders—just electricity and efficiency. 🔌💸
Trump wants all Bitcoin mining to happen in the US, but with 95% of BTC already minted and global mining booming in places like Russia, UAE, and Africa, it’s a tall order. 🌍⚡️
US miners like CleanSpark and Riot cheer for his support, hoping for fewer regulations and a competitive edge. But decentralization, global competition, and cheap energy abroad make it hard to monopolize mining. 🔨
Turns out, Bitcoin doesn’t care about borders—just electricity and efficiency. 🔌💸
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Michael Saylor Shares Top 60 Bitcoin-Holding Companies 💰
Leading the list is MicroStrategy with an impressive 444,262 BTC.
🔮 Saylor predicts that by 2025, Bitcoin will be a must-have in corporate portfolios, and not holding crypto will seem unusual.
Bitcoin is no longer just an asset—it’s becoming the new standard for business. 🚀
Leading the list is MicroStrategy with an impressive 444,262 BTC.
🔮 Saylor predicts that by 2025, Bitcoin will be a must-have in corporate portfolios, and not holding crypto will seem unusual.
Bitcoin is no longer just an asset—it’s becoming the new standard for business. 🚀
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🚨 MiCA Regulations May Push EU Crypto Firms to the U.S.
🇪🇺 The EU’s MiCA rules, fully effective Dec. 30, 2024, introduce strict licensing and compliance requirements for crypto firms, causing concern in the industry.
🗝 Key players like Binance might explore moving operations to the U.S., where Trump’s pro-crypto policies promise a more favorable environment. Trump’s agenda includes less restrictive regulations and pro-crypto appointments, making the U.S. an attractive alternative for innovation and investment.
As Europe tightens controls, could the U.S. become the new global hub for crypto? 🤔
🇪🇺 The EU’s MiCA rules, fully effective Dec. 30, 2024, introduce strict licensing and compliance requirements for crypto firms, causing concern in the industry.
🗝 Key players like Binance might explore moving operations to the U.S., where Trump’s pro-crypto policies promise a more favorable environment. Trump’s agenda includes less restrictive regulations and pro-crypto appointments, making the U.S. an attractive alternative for innovation and investment.
As Europe tightens controls, could the U.S. become the new global hub for crypto? 🤔
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😂 When Divorce Meets Crypto: Solana Edition
Solana co-founder Stephen Akridge is in hot water after allegedly keeping millions in staking rewards from his ex-wife, Elisa Rossi. Despite giving her control of her SOL tokens, the staking rewards stayed in his wallet. Oops! 💰
Rossi, lacking crypto know-how, claims Akridge used her inexperience to pocket the rewards. His alleged response? “Good luck getting those staking rewards from me.” 😅
Crypto: the gift that keeps on giving… or not, in divorce settlements. 💔🔗
Solana co-founder Stephen Akridge is in hot water after allegedly keeping millions in staking rewards from his ex-wife, Elisa Rossi. Despite giving her control of her SOL tokens, the staking rewards stayed in his wallet. Oops! 💰
Rossi, lacking crypto know-how, claims Akridge used her inexperience to pocket the rewards. His alleged response? “Good luck getting those staking rewards from me.” 😅
Crypto: the gift that keeps on giving… or not, in divorce settlements. 💔🔗
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📈 BTC to $150K in 2025? Wyckoff Model Suggests So!
According to today’s Bitcoin position within the popular Wyckoff distribution model, the market could hit an ATH of $150K-$160K in 2025. 🚀
But hold on—after that, a correction might follow, bringing BTC back to the $67K range.
Plan your moves wisely! 🧠💰
According to today’s Bitcoin position within the popular Wyckoff distribution model, the market could hit an ATH of $150K-$160K in 2025. 🚀
But hold on—after that, a correction might follow, bringing BTC back to the $67K range.
Plan your moves wisely! 🧠💰
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Bitcoin Network's Stored Value Hits $1.03T 💰
Over the past year, Bitcoin’s stored capital increased by 85%, reaching $1.03 trillion—cementing its status as a "store of value." 🏦
Important: This differs from its market cap of $1.84T, as not every $1 entering the network directly boosts market value by $1.
CryptoQuant’s SoV indicator measures:
1️⃣ Off-chain: OTC trades (capital entering via exchanges).
2️⃣ On-chain: Deposits/withdrawals on and off exchanges.
Bitcoin’s economic strength continues to grow! 🚀
Over the past year, Bitcoin’s stored capital increased by 85%, reaching $1.03 trillion—cementing its status as a "store of value." 🏦
Important: This differs from its market cap of $1.84T, as not every $1 entering the network directly boosts market value by $1.
CryptoQuant’s SoV indicator measures:
1️⃣ Off-chain: OTC trades (capital entering via exchanges).
2️⃣ On-chain: Deposits/withdrawals on and off exchanges.
Bitcoin’s economic strength continues to grow! 🚀
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🚀 Galaxy Research Crypto Predictions for 2025:
1️⃣ Bitcoin to $185K: Institutional adoption propels BTC to new heights, reaching 20% of gold’s market cap.
2️⃣ ETPs Boom: U.S. Bitcoin ETPs cross $250B AUM, outperforming physical gold ETPs.
3️⃣ BTC Leads Global Assets: Bitcoin remains a top performer on a risk-adjusted basis.
4️⃣ Wealth Management Embraces BTC: Major platforms recommend 2%+ allocations.
5️⃣ Big Players Join In: Five Nasdaq 100 firms and five nations add BTC to balance sheets.
6️⃣ Protocol Upgrades: Bitcoin Core developers reach consensus on new opcodes.
7️⃣ AI & Mining: Bitcoin miners transition to AI partnerships, limiting hashrate growth.
8️⃣ Bitcoin DeFi Doubles: BTC in DeFi smart contracts and staking protocols surges.
9️⃣ Ether at $5500: Regulatory clarity drives ETH and DeFi to all-time highs.
🔟 Staking Dominates: Ethereum staking rate surpasses 50%, fueling ecosystem growth.
2025 is shaping up to be monumental for crypto! 🌟
1️⃣ Bitcoin to $185K: Institutional adoption propels BTC to new heights, reaching 20% of gold’s market cap.
2️⃣ ETPs Boom: U.S. Bitcoin ETPs cross $250B AUM, outperforming physical gold ETPs.
3️⃣ BTC Leads Global Assets: Bitcoin remains a top performer on a risk-adjusted basis.
4️⃣ Wealth Management Embraces BTC: Major platforms recommend 2%+ allocations.
5️⃣ Big Players Join In: Five Nasdaq 100 firms and five nations add BTC to balance sheets.
6️⃣ Protocol Upgrades: Bitcoin Core developers reach consensus on new opcodes.
7️⃣ AI & Mining: Bitcoin miners transition to AI partnerships, limiting hashrate growth.
8️⃣ Bitcoin DeFi Doubles: BTC in DeFi smart contracts and staking protocols surges.
9️⃣ Ether at $5500: Regulatory clarity drives ETH and DeFi to all-time highs.
🔟 Staking Dominates: Ethereum staking rate surpasses 50%, fueling ecosystem growth.
2025 is shaping up to be monumental for crypto! 🌟
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🔥 Bitcoin vs Ethereum: ETF Flows Shift
Last week saw a $387.5M outflow from spot Bitcoin ETFs, while Ethereum ETFs experienced a $349.2M inflow. 💸
Is investor focus shifting from BTC to ETH? The numbers hint at a growing interest in Ethereum as money moves between the two giants. 🚀
Last week saw a $387.5M outflow from spot Bitcoin ETFs, while Ethereum ETFs experienced a $349.2M inflow. 💸
Is investor focus shifting from BTC to ETH? The numbers hint at a growing interest in Ethereum as money moves between the two giants. 🚀
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Debt Ceiling Drama: Signal for a Bitcoin Bottom? 🤔
⏳ The U.S. national debt is expected to hit its ceiling between Jan. 14 and Jan. 23, just before President-elect Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has urged Congress to act, but political and economic uncertainty is mounting.
Historically, raising the debt ceiling has been bearish for Bitcoin, with the largest cryptocurrency dropping on five prior occasions following similar events. BTC is also tracking previous cycles closely, suggesting a potential drawdown is looming. 👀
Could Trump’s inauguration signal the cycle bottom for Bitcoin? 📉🔄
⏳ The U.S. national debt is expected to hit its ceiling between Jan. 14 and Jan. 23, just before President-elect Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has urged Congress to act, but political and economic uncertainty is mounting.
Historically, raising the debt ceiling has been bearish for Bitcoin, with the largest cryptocurrency dropping on five prior occasions following similar events. BTC is also tracking previous cycles closely, suggesting a potential drawdown is looming. 👀
Could Trump’s inauguration signal the cycle bottom for Bitcoin? 📉🔄
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🚨 US Treasury Breached by Chinese-Backed Hackers !
🥷 A Chinese state-sponsored hacker infiltrated the US Treasury Department via a third-party software provider, BeyondTrust. The breach, labeled a "major cybersecurity incident," granted access to Treasury workstations and unclassified documents. 🤔
💰 Treasury says the compromised service is offline, and there's no evidence of ongoing access. The breach is part of broader alleged Chinese cyber-espionage targeting US telecoms and critical systems, including sensitive political communications.
The incident underscores escalating cyber tensions between the US and China. 👀
🥷 A Chinese state-sponsored hacker infiltrated the US Treasury Department via a third-party software provider, BeyondTrust. The breach, labeled a "major cybersecurity incident," granted access to Treasury workstations and unclassified documents. 🤔
💰 Treasury says the compromised service is offline, and there's no evidence of ongoing access. The breach is part of broader alleged Chinese cyber-espionage targeting US telecoms and critical systems, including sensitive political communications.
The incident underscores escalating cyber tensions between the US and China. 👀
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🔗 Top Blockchains for Stablecoin Transfers in 2024
Solana, Ethereum, and Tron lead the pack in stablecoin transaction volumes:
▪️Solana: $10.5T
▪️Ethereum: $7.8T
▪️Tron: $5.4T
Other notable blockchains in the top 10 include Base, BNB Chain, Arbitrum, Polygon, Avalanche, Optimism, and TON.
The stablecoin ecosystem continues to expand, with these networks driving the majority of the global transfer volume! 🚀💸
Solana, Ethereum, and Tron lead the pack in stablecoin transaction volumes:
▪️Solana: $10.5T
▪️Ethereum: $7.8T
▪️Tron: $5.4T
Other notable blockchains in the top 10 include Base, BNB Chain, Arbitrum, Polygon, Avalanche, Optimism, and TON.
The stablecoin ecosystem continues to expand, with these networks driving the majority of the global transfer volume! 🚀💸
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Binance Hits Record Stablecoin Reserves! 💰
Binance’s stablecoin reserves have soared to an all-time high of $31B, up from just $7B in June 2023. 📈
This massive increase often signals heightened buying power and potential market activity ahead. Eyes on the charts! 👀💸
Binance’s stablecoin reserves have soared to an all-time high of $31B, up from just $7B in June 2023. 📈
This massive increase often signals heightened buying power and potential market activity ahead. Eyes on the charts! 👀💸
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🎄 Not-So-Merry Christmas for One "Lucky" Trader…
Someone accidentally sold 5 NFTs from the Pudgy Penguins collection for just $175. The current value of these NFTs? A whopping ~$116,000! 🐧💸
Moral of the story: double-check your listings, especially during the holidays! 🤷
Someone accidentally sold 5 NFTs from the Pudgy Penguins collection for just $175. The current value of these NFTs? A whopping ~$116,000! 🐧💸
Moral of the story: double-check your listings, especially during the holidays! 🤷
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🐂 Bitcoin Predictions for 2025
🔹 Nexo: BTC might climb to $250,000, with the crypto market cap surpassing gold in the next decade.
🔹 Galaxy Digital: BTC to reach $185,000 by Q4 2025.
🔹 Matrixport: BTC could hit $160,000.
🔹 Bit Mining: BTC may rise to $180,000–$190,000 but could correct to $80,000.
🔹 CoinShares: BTC will fluctuate between $80,000–$150,000.
🔹 Maple Finance: BTC projected to trade between $180,000–$200,000 by year-end.
🔹 Standard Chartered: A 2x surge expected as pension funds invest in spot ETFs and MicroStrategy continues buying.
Big numbers ahead—will 2025 be Bitcoin's golden year? 🚀
🔹 Nexo: BTC might climb to $250,000, with the crypto market cap surpassing gold in the next decade.
🔹 Galaxy Digital: BTC to reach $185,000 by Q4 2025.
🔹 Matrixport: BTC could hit $160,000.
🔹 Bit Mining: BTC may rise to $180,000–$190,000 but could correct to $80,000.
🔹 CoinShares: BTC will fluctuate between $80,000–$150,000.
🔹 Maple Finance: BTC projected to trade between $180,000–$200,000 by year-end.
🔹 Standard Chartered: A 2x surge expected as pension funds invest in spot ETFs and MicroStrategy continues buying.
Big numbers ahead—will 2025 be Bitcoin's golden year? 🚀
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