Injective's research page enhances transparency and accessibility, potentially fostering innovation and informed regulatory discussions in blockchain.
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A hacker appears to have gained unauthorized control over Unleash Protocol's multisig, enabling them to drain nearly $4 million in assets.
US Representative Maxine Waters has formally asked House Financial Services Committee Chair French Hill to schedule an oversight hearing with Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Paul Atkins, saying the agency must explain recent choices that, she argues, weaken enforcement of securities laws. Related Reading: Bitcoin Rules The Decade: Outshines Gold And Silver, Analyst Says Waters Seeks Answers On Dropped SEC Cases According to Waters’ letter, the SEC has terminated or stayed a number of high-profile crypto enforcement actions that had been moving through the agency’s process, and committee Democrats want an explanation for those decisions. Reports have disclosed that the letter names actions involving Coinbase, Binance, Justin Sun, Kraken, and Ripple among those of concern. The request lists nine areas where the SEC’s recent conduct raises questions for lawmakers, including whether enforcement choices were driven by legal judgment or by outside pressures. Waters, who is the ranking Democrat on the Financial Services Committee, told Chairman Hill that the public deserves clarity about changes to enforcement strategy and about how investor protections will be preserved. Concerns About Politicization And Investor Protections Based on reports, Waters expressed particular alarm that the agency’s handling of cases since US President Donald Trump took office looks different from prior enforcement patterns, and she argues that some moves could amount to an erosion of investor protections. Industry observers and several media outlets have picked up the story, noting the broader context: a year of big shifts in crypto policy and new legislation that has altered the regulatory picture. ???? MAXINE WATERS CALLS FOR HEARING ON SEC CHAIR ATKINS’ CRYPTO DECISIONS — The Wolf Of All Streets (@scottmelker) December 30, 2025 Some outlets say the timing of Waters’ letter—sent late in December—reflects rising pressure from Democrats as they prepare for oversight if they regain more committee influence. What Waters Wants From The SEC In her request, Waters seeks direct answers about why certain cases were dropped or delayed, what internal analyses the SEC relied on, and whether staff reductions or policy shifts affected enforcement. She also asked that Chairman Atkins appear before the committee so members can question him in public. Committee Role And Next Steps Reports indicate the letter was delivered to Chairman Hill on December 29, 2025, and that Waters urged him to set a date for an oversight hearing as soon as possible. Related Reading: Crypto Heat Fizzling Out? US Search Interest Plunges As Retail Shy Away The committee could use a hearing to examine documents and testimony from SEC officials, and to press for a public accounting of how decisions were made about major crypto matters. How quickly that happens will depend on the committee’s calendar and on whether Hill agrees to a formal public session. The issue has drawn attention because it involves both enforcement of existing securities law and the future of crypto oversight in the US. Investors, industry groups, and lawmakers on both sides are watching to see whether the SEC’s recent moves represent a long-term policy shift or isolated choices tied to individual cases. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView
The filing marks the first attempt to bring TAO, Bittensor’s native token, to U.S. markets through a regulated investment product.
This collaboration could revolutionize fan engagement and financial transactions in combat sports, setting a precedent for web3 economies in sports.
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Onchain development activity on Ethereum has rebounded sharply, driven by tokenized assets, stablecoins and infrastructure, according to Token Terminal.
Open interest data suggests the advance is likely short-covering, rather than fresh longs entering the market.
Cypherpunk’s ZEC position now accounts for more than a third of its stated 5% accumulation target, following a series of recent purchases.
Prenetics' strategic shift to focus on its health brand IM8 may enhance long-term shareholder value and drive significant market growth.
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Grayscale seeks to convert its Bittensor Trust into an ETF, just weeks after the network’s native token underwent its first halving event.
Every recent Dogecoin recovery attempt has met overhead pressure, and this has kept the price action capped below $0.15. A look at the price chart shows the recent price action is part of a broader downtrend that has been playing out for the past three months, and the meme coin is about to end the year in red. However, a longer-term technical analysis suggests that the calm phase could be part of a much larger setup. According to the analysis, Dogecoin may be following a recurring fractal rhythm tied to the number seven. This repeating timing structure points to a much larger upside target for the meme coin over the coming years, stretching as high as $10. A Recurring Seven Rhythm Across Markets The foundation of the technical analysis is based on the idea that different assets tend to pivot in repeating time-based fractals of seven. This phenomenon has been observed in markets ranging from gold to the S&P 500, where important tops and bottoms often align around similar intervals of seven. Bitcoin’s historical behavior is highlighted as a key reference point, particularly the 2021 double top, which formed seven months apart and is an important transition in its cycle. Related Reading: The Dogecoin Cycle Fractal That Shows Where The Price Is Headed Next This same rhythm becomes apparent when mapped onto Dogecoin. Particularly, Dogecoin topped roughly seven months before Bitcoin during the last cycle, then lagged Bitcoin by another seven months during subsequent phases. Even Dogecoin’s rise from the start of its macro Elliott Wave 1 is framed within this same seven-month timing structure, showing that its major turning points have been surprisingly consistent. The chart shared alongside the analysis shows a sequence of price expansions and consolidations that unfold in roughly seven-month blocks since July 2023, each characterized by either uptrends or downtrends. Now that the traditional four-year crypto cycle shows signs of losing its influence, the analyst proposed that a transition may be happening toward a longer, seven-year rhythm from macro bottom to macro top. Under this lens, Dogecoin’s current position is more like a mid-cycle consolidation. How The Fractal Points To A $10 Target Using the same fractal spacing projected forward, the analysis extends Dogecoin’s long-term trajectory into the next major cycle window. The green projection box on the chart illustrates a future expansion phase that mirrors earlier rallies but on a larger scale, consistent with the idea of a bigger seven-year cycle. If Dogecoin continues to respect the same timing and channel structure, the projected upside region converges between the $7 to $10 zone over the next few years. Related Reading: Dogecoin’s 53,000% Surge Shows Renewed Interest, But Why Is DOGE Price Lagging? The first move in this case would be a return to bullish momentum over the coming months, and then a reclaim above the resistance trendline just below $0.4. Featured image from Getty Images, chart from Tradingview.com
XRP exchange supply hits 8-year lows, tightening the available supply for sale and setting the stage for a potential 2026 supply-shock rally.
Grayscale's move could accelerate mainstream adoption of decentralized AI technologies, impacting both crypto markets and AI innovation.
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Investors logged into glossy crypto trading dashboards showing five-figure “profits,” then found themselves blocked from withdrawing a cent unless they first wired extra “taxes” or “loan repayments” to overseas accounts. When victims tried to cash out, the platforms demanded advance fees to “unlock” their accounts, yet never released any money. On Dec. 22, the SEC […]
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Strategy keeps buying Bitcoin during downturns by tapping equity markets and reserves, turning dilution and financing costs into a repeatable accumulation engine.
BNB Chain's advancements could revolutionize blockchain scalability and efficiency, potentially setting new industry standards for transaction processing.
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Bitcoin price continues to trade below the $90,000 mark, extending a period of consolidation after its strong rally earlier in the cycle. While short-term volatility has increased, the broader weekly structure remains intact. The latest price action suggests Bitcoin is approaching a decisive zone that could determine whether the market resumes its uptrend or undergoes …
As gold and silver surge to multi-year highs, some crypto analysts say the rally in precious metals may not be bad news for digital assets. In fact, history suggests it could be the opposite. According to analysts, crypto assets like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP have often performed well after gold and silver finish strong rallies. …
Russia’s justice ministry proposed fines and prison for illegal crypto mining, as officials say most miners still haven’t joined the tax register.
Aptos (APT) was also a top performer, up 3.1% from Monday.
Investor Paul Barron’s hint at “big news” has reignited attention on XRP exchange-traded funds this week, sending the community into speculation over possible upcoming announcements or launches. Related Reading: Crypto Heat Fizzling Out? US Search Interest Plunges As Retail Shy Away Traders and holders reacted fast on social channels, pushing chatter and price focus higher even as specifics remain unclear. ETF Flows Heat Up According to data shared by Nate Geraci, President of NovaDius Wealth, Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs dominated year-to-date inflows. BlackRock’s IBIT Bitcoin ETF led with $25 billion in inflows. Grayscale’s Bitcoin Mini Trust ETF followed at $1.11 billion. Fidelity and VanEck posted $477 million and $305 million respectively. On the Ethereum side, BlackRock’s offerings recorded about $9.12 billion. A Solana staking ETF from Bitwise pulled in $839 million. These numbers show where most large investors are putting money right now. Expect some big news this week $XRP ETFs https://t.co/3BY5XJosPx — PaulBarron (@paulbarron) December 29, 2025 Community Reaction And Speculation Barron’s remark has been read by many as a hint at another XRP-related announcement. Some expect a new ETF launch; others are watching for updates from issuers already in the market. That talk has helped push attention — and inflows — to XRP products that only debuted late in the year. XRP Ledger Tokenization Surge Based on reports from rwa.xyz, on-chain data indicates tokenized real-world assets on the XRP Ledger rose by 2,200% in 2025. The network saw about 23x growth in the value of native real-world assets, including stablecoins, and crossed the $500 million threshold. Themes around RWA tokenization were widely discussed this year by figures such as BlackRock CEO Larry Fink and former SEC Chair Paul Atkins, and the XRPL appears to be drawing benefit from that interest. XRP ETFs Show Early Strength Canary’s XRP ETF (XRPC) registered $384 million in year-to-date inflows after launching in November. Other XRP spot funds have built sizable holdings too: 21Shares holds about $250 million, Bitwise roughly $227 million, Grayscale around $244 million, and Franklin about $206 million. Based on reports, all of these XRP spot ETFs launched in November and December and now tally roughly $1.24 billion in total assets under management with cumulative inflows near $1.14 billion. For a new category, that level of money moving in over a short span is notable; some industry voices point out the total might have been higher if market mood had not cooled recently. Reports also say XRP ETFs pulled in over $1 billion through 21 days of steady inflows. Pending Products And Rumors WisdomTree’s XRP ETF is among the pending offerings that market watchers expect to arrive next. At the same time, talk about a BlackRock XRP ETF has circulated widely. There is currently no public filing tied to a BlackRock XRP product, and reports caution that such expectations are premature without official filings or approvals. Related Reading: Bitcoin Rules The Decade: Outshines Gold And Silver, Analyst Says Current flows note that XRP’s ETF debut has shifted part of investor focus from pure crypto bets to spot ETF allocations and tokenization themes. Whether Barron’s hinted “big news” becomes a concrete catalyst will depend on filings and formal product launches. For now, the mix of solid early inflows and rapid XRPL tokenization growth has put XRP squarely in the conversation among ETF-focused investors and network adopters. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView
As Strategy doubles down on its Bitcoin-first treasury approach, analysts warn that debt, dilution and market volatility could test the model’s resilience heading into 2026.
CARF data collection starts Jan. 1, 2026, in 48 jurisdictions, including the UK and EU, pushing crypto platforms to gather tax residency details and report transactions.
Altcoins have largely underperformed the Bitcoin price over the past several months, leaving traders frustrated by failed rallies and shallow recoveries. Despite occasional strength in select tokens, the broader altcoin market has struggled to sustain momentum. However, a longer-term view of altcoin dominance suggests the market may be approaching a critical turning point that could …
Cypherpunk's Zcash investment highlights growing market emphasis on privacy, potentially influencing future crypto strategies and valuations.
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U.S. market structure legislation is poised to be the dominant force for digital assets, while near-term concerns about quantum computing are overdone.
Cypherpunk Technologies Inc. has expanded its corporate treasury with another large purchase of Zcash, continuing a strategy it has been following for several months. The company disclosed that it recently acquired 56,418.09 ZEC for approximately $29 million, paying an average price of $514.02 per token. With this latest purchase, Cypherpunk’s total Zcash holdings now stand …
APT broke through key resistance levels on institutional buying activity.
The UK plans to bring crypto in line with traditional finance by 2027, with FCA proposals shaping trading platforms, DeFi and oversight of political donations.
Cointelegraph asked 20 crypto executives for their stablecoin predictions in 2026. We identified five key themes… and one stark warning.