Juventus Football Club shares surged after stablecoin issuer Tether made, and was rebuffed on, a €1.1 billion takeover bid, while the club’s fan token saw a double-digit pullback.
Ethereum (ETH) has entered another period of tight price compression, a phase that has left traders split between expectations of a renewed rally and concerns about a deeper correction. Related Reading: Dogecoin Holds Demand Zone Above $0.13, What A Bounce Would Do As of December 15, the Ethereum price trades near the $3,100 level, drifting sideways after several failed attempts to reclaim higher resistance zones. The narrowing range reflects hesitation across the market, with declining volumes, mixed technical signals, and contrasting institutional activity. Despite modest intraday fluctuations, Ethereum’s broader structure shows a market waiting for direction. Trading activity has slowed compared to earlier in the year, suggesting reduced speculative participation rather than heavy distribution. ETH's price trends sideways on the daily chart. Source: ETHUSD on Tradingview The Ethereum Price Key Levels Define the Short-Term Outlook Support near the $3,020–$3,000 zone remains critical. This area has been tested multiple times and continues to act as a floor for price action. A sustained break below it would likely expose the Ethereum price to a deeper pullback, with some analysts pointing to demand zones closer to $2,900 or even the $2,600–$2,500 range if downside momentum accelerates. On the upside, resistance between $3,150 and $3,400 continues to cap recovery attempts. Ethereum remains below major moving averages and a descending trendline that has guided price action since November. Analysts note that a daily close above this resistance band, supported by rising volume, would be required to shift the current corrective bias and signal a trend change. Diverging Technical Signals Add to Uncertainty Technical interpretations remain mixed. Elliott Wave analysts argue Ethereum may be approaching a potential Wave 3 phase, which historically has coincided with strong upward moves. However, others highlight the lack of demand strength and repeated rejections near resistance as signs that upside moves remain corrective rather than impulsive. On-chain data adds another layer of complexity. Liquidation heatmaps reveal dense clusters above current prices, particularly in the $3,400–$3,700 range, suggesting a potential magnet for price if momentum builds. At the same time, thinner liquidity below current levels implies that a downside sweep could occur before any sustained rally develops. Institutional Flows Contrast With Price Stagnation While the Ethereum price action remains compressed, institutional involvement continues to grow. U.S. spot Ethereum ETFs recorded roughly $209 million in net inflows during the past week, led by BlackRock’s ETHA. Separately, BitMine Immersion Technologies has continued accumulating Ether, now holding a sizable share of the circulating supply as part of a long-term treasury strategy. Related Reading: Dogecoin (DOGE) Slides Deeper Into Red—Is a Bottom in Sight? This contrast between steady institutional accumulation and cautious market pricing underscores the current stalemate. For now, Ethereum remains caught between strong long-term narratives and unresolved short-term technical pressure, with a clear breakout or breakdown likely to determine sentiment in the weeks ahead. Cover image from ChatGPT, ETHUSD chart from Tradingview
Ripple said it's testing its U.S. dollar stablecoin on Optimism, Base, Ink and Unichain with more blockchains to be added next year pending regulatory review.
The decentralized investment firm is using tokens and DAOs to give local communities direct control over energy and infrastructure projects in emerging markets.
Bitcoin usage still skews toward long-term storage, as seen in how much BTC sits unmoved, says Terahash co-founder Hunter Rogers. But this behavior preserves individual wealth while starving the network.
A new DeFi model is providing football clubs with faster access to liquidity by converting future media and broadcasting revenues into tokenized, onchain assets.
President Donald Trump said this week that the United States has taken in roughly $18 trillion because of tariffs, framing the figure as evidence that his trade policy reshaped the global economy and redirected capital back into the country. The claim immediately drew scrutiny because it far exceeds any recorded measure of US tariff revenue […]
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Strategy purchased 10,645 Bitcoin for $980.3 million at an average price of $92,098, pushing its year-to-date BTC yield to 24.9%, a measure of Bitcoin appreciation on capital deployed. As of December 14, the company holds 671,268 BTC, acquired for a total of $50.33 billion at an average price of $74,972 per coin, funded through at-the-market …
The ADA price is under renewed scrutiny as a weekly indicator revives memories of Cardano’s 2022 collapse, per an popular chartist. However, while technical signals are triggering fear, the broader context in 2025 suggests a very different environment. This one seems to be shaped by deeper utility, stronger governance, and a more mature ecosystem. Why …
Despite the continued struggles of its share price, Strategy again funded the purchase mostly via sales of common stock
This acquisition may influence Bitcoin's market dynamics and investor sentiment, potentially impacting cryptocurrency adoption and valuation trends.
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Strategy's holdings account for more than 3% of the total 21 million bitcoin supply — worth around $60 billion.
It marks the third consecutive week of inflows, reflecting a cautious yet optimistic investor base, Head of Research James Butterfill said.
Young Hoon Kim — a social-media personality who describes himself on X as the “IQ 276” holder — said XRP could rise to $100 over the next five years, offering a fresh bullish target that drew a mix of enthusiasm and criticism across Crypto Twitter. Kim Doubles Down On XRP “Based on my personal view, XRP could potentially reach $100 over the next 5 years. (NFA/DYOR),” the superbrain posted via X on Dec. 14. The post showed roughly 133,300 views. Based on my personal view, #XRP could potentially reach $100 over the next 5 years. (NFA/DYOR) — YoungHoon Kim, IQ 276 (@yhbryankimiq) December 14, 2025 Notably, Kim didn’t stop at the five-year call, either. In an earlier post on Saturday, he said: “In my view, XRP has a strong possibility of reaching a new ATH by the end of this year.” Related Reading: XRP Mildly Undervalued On MVRV: What About Bitcoin, Ethereum? Neither post included a detailed methodology or valuation framework. The reaction, accordingly, centered less on the specific target and more on the absence of supporting analysis — and on Kim’s public persona, which has become part of the conversation around his market calls. Software engineer Vincent Van Code responded by asking for the underlying math in a joking tone: “Ok mr brain, please share with us your calculations. I too agree, I have calcs I shared using my 20 IQ brain.” JD (@jaydee_757), a chart analyst popular in the XRP community, framed the post as momentum-driven: “Sounds like this boy bought the hype lol!” Gordon (@GordonGekko) added: “The smartest man in the world says XRP could hit $100 by 2030. Do you think this is a possible target?” Larger trading and chart-focused accounts were more direct. Ali Martinez (@alicharts) wrote, “You can have the highest IQ and still be dumb AF,” while IncomeSharks asked, “Has one prediction you’ve said come true?” Both comments were posted in response to Kim’s XRP-related statements circulating over the weekend. Related Reading: XRP Whale Activity Spikes At The Bottom – A Classic Pre-Rally Signal The posts are a continuation of a narrative that gained traction at the end of last week. As reported on Dec. 12, Kim’s first ever XRP related post on X — “I buy #XRP from now on” — came after a period of frequent Bitcoin-related posting. Notably, Kim not only posted about XRP but also World Liberty Financial, the decentralized finance (DeFi) platform backed by the Trump family, over the weekend. On Sunday, Kim posted via X: “I personally buy WLFI every day, because I believe it is significantly undervalued based on my own assessment.” Again, there was no explanation or technical analysis. Just a provocant claim. Already on October 24, Kim claimed that WLFI is more valuable than Bitcoin. “As the World’s Highest IQ Record Holder (by World Memory Championships & Official World Record®), I predict WLFI will soon reach a market cap of $5B. WLFI is the only crypto more valuable than Bitcoin,” he wrote. Meanwhile, his Bitcoin price prediction for 2026 is not less sensational. “My analysis suggests that Bitcoin reaching 300K in early 2026 is a logical scenario,” he wrote on Dec. 11. At press time, XRP traded at $1.99. Featured image created with DALL.E, chart from TradingView.com
American Bitcoin's growing BTC holdings could enhance its market influence, potentially impacting corporate Bitcoin investment strategies.
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The change was framed as an upgrade offering improved execution, but delegates flagged that swap-related fees were no longer flowing to the Aave DAO treasury.
Visa launched its Stablecoins Advisory Practice through Visa Consulting & Analytics to guide banks, fintechs, merchants, and enterprises on stablecoin strategies, tech setup, and rollout. Clients like Navy Federal Credit Union and VyStar use it for cross-border payments to volatile markets and B2B transactions, cutting costs and delays. With $3.5B in annual stablecoin settlement volume …
Visa's advisory group could accelerate stablecoin adoption, transforming financial services by enhancing transaction efficiency and innovation.
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Your day-ahead look for Dec. 15, 2025
Canopy’s “Progressive Autonomy” model lets teams spin up sub-chains under shared validator security, then transition to full sovereign L1s without rebuilding infrastructure or raising a separate security budget. Canopy, the company building a next-gen Layer 1 (L1) framework with the simplicity of a Layer 2 (L2), introduces Progressive Autonomy, a new deployment model built to …
This week is lined up for the key U.S. economic events, including jobs data, CPI data, and a Fed speaker’s speech. These events could strongly impact Bitcoin and the overall crypto market. The cryptocurrency market is already under pressure, with its total value falling from $4.1 trillion to approximately $3.05 trillion. Many traders are now …
Veteran trader Peter Brandt warns that bitcoin's growth parabola has fractured, potentially leading to a price drop to $25,000.
The new vehicle, called MONY, is seeded with $100 million of JPMorgan capital and will open to outside investors on Tuesday.
BingX announced it hit 40 million global users in 2025, doubling last year’s count while reaching over $26 billion in peak daily volume. The exchange rolled out smart AI trading tools, enhanced spot and derivatives platforms, and strengthened security with full Proof of Reserves and a user protection fund. This rapid expansion highlights BingX’s strong …
Strategy chair Michael Saylor signaled that his firm may add to its Bitcoin holdings just as the market slid again on Sunday, a move that kept traders on edge and fed fresh debate over what is driving the declines. Related Reading: Analyst: Bitcoin’s Cycle Is Intact, Yet No Longer Purely Market-Driven Back To More Orange Dots According to a post on X, Saylor shared a chart with the phrase “Back to More Orange Dots,” a shorthand that investors interpret as fresh buying. Based on reports tracked by SaylorTracker, Strategy bought 10,624 BTC on Dec. 12 — its biggest single purchase since late July. The firm now holds about 660,624 BTC, which at current prices is worth roughly $58.5 billion, and its average cost per coin stands at $74,696. ₿ack to More Orange Dots. pic.twitter.com/rBi1aagDVO — Michael Saylor (@saylor) December 14, 2025 Sunday Wick, Low Liquidity Bitcoin briefly dipped to a two-week low near $87,750 in late trading on Sunday, before climbing back above $89,000 by the time of writing. Traders pointed to a familiar pattern: quick wick-downs on weekends when liquidity is thin. Ether showed relative strength while major altcoins lagged, and market participants were seen positioning ahead of a packed calendar of US data and central bank decisions this week. Analysts Eye Bank Of Japan According to analyst commentary, some market participants blame the selling on expectations around the Bank Of Japan. People are seriously underestimating what the bank is about to do to crypto, said one analyst using the handle NoLimit. Justin d’Anethan, head of research at Arctic Digital, said the slide toward $88,000 “feels like a defeat,” and linked the move to fear of a carry trade unwind tied to Japanese rate expectations. Markets May Have Priced It In Sykodelic, another market watcher, argued that Japan’s actions are largely priced in. “Markets are forward-thinking, forward-moving. They move in anticipation of events, not when those events happen,” they wrote. Based on that view, the recent drop is less about a fresh shock and more about ordinary back-and-forth: macro funds trimming exposure, short-term traders taking profit, and buyers stepping in at lower levels. Related Reading: Bitcoin Headed For $200 Trillion? CEO Makes Bold Prediction That push-and-pull helps explain why Bitcoin keeps snapping lower on thin pockets of liquidity but does not break decisively below key support. Meanwhile, the tension between long-term holders — represented by companies like Strategy — and short-term macro flows is shaping price action. There is no sign yet of widespread liquidations or a funding crisis, which suggests the declines are measured rather than chaotic. Featured image from Australian Farmers, chart from TradingView
As early as January, the Bank of Japan (BOJ) is expected to begin selling its massive ETF holdings, a portfolio valued at ¥83 trillion ($534 billion). The plan is to move slowly and avoid market shock. But even a gradual exit from ETFs by one of the world’s biggest central banks carries weight, especially at …
The move comes as Visa deepens its stablecoin work and reports a $3.5 billion annualized run rate in stablecoin settlement volume.
JPMorgan recently issued $50 million in US commercial paper for Galaxy Digital on Solana, with Coinbase and Franklin Templeton as buyers. The bank created an on-chain USCP token, settling both issuance and redemption cash flows in USDC rather than bank wires. Both issuance and servicing of the deal ran entirely on blockchain rails. As a […]
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The $4 trillion U.S. bank is the latest financial giant in rolling out tokenized MMF onchain, joining BlackRock, Franklin Templeton and Fidelity.
Crypto prices are little changed, with bitcoin steady after dropping back from last week’s post-Fed high while altcoins continue to underperform amid risk-off sentiment.