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BTC AB raises $783K through preference shares to expand its Bitcoin holdings, while Matador Technologies aims for 1,000 BTC by 2026 with up to $58M funding. Upexi files to raise $1B to enhance crypto operations and its Solana treasury.

ZKsync is set to launch a protocol upgrade in Q1 2026 that will enhance interoperability and settlement operations, temporarily shifting to Ethereum L1. The upgrade will support direct asset transactions and improve cross-chain functionality, aiming to boost adoption and stability in the ecosystem.

DeFi is gradually losing its sense of exploration, with participant behaviors becoming highly similar. Returns are seen as basic expectations, and lending has turned into short-term financing. Trust crises are intensifying, making the ecosystem more closed. To reshape its attractiveness in the future, it is necessary to promote the structuring of different user behaviors and avoid further optimizing the existing models.

Kalshi, a market prediction platform, releases its first research report revealing that its average absolute error in predicting CPI data is 40% lower than traditional consensus expectations. During periods of significant market shocks, its prediction accuracy improves by up to 60%, demonstrating the advantages of "collective intelligence" in the field of economic forecasting. (Background: CNBC collaboration prediction market Kalshi, real-time odds 2026 fully launched on TV programs and news reports) (Additional context: From ballet dancer to the youngest female billionaire: How Luana built the billion-dollar prediction market Kalshi) Table of Contents Overview Key Highlights Background Methodology Data Shock Classification Performance Metrics Results: CPI Prediction Performance Overall Accuracy

Token swaps let users trade crypto directly via DeFi smart contracts and AMMs, tapping liquidity pools for instant, permissionless access to assets and yields. Summary Token swaps use smart contracts and AMMs to route trades through liquidity pools instead of order books or centralized

tZERO has announced support for Stellar, Algorand, and the XDC network on its multi-chain tokenization infrastructure. The new integrations give issuers more choice and add to asset flexibility in their ecosystem, tZERO stated. tZERO has added Stellar, the XDC network, and Algorand to its mu

XRP has experienced a significant bearish trend, with a 35% drop since October and a yearly decline of 10.39%. The Stoch RSI indicator has reached 0 on the 3-week chart, signaling potential oversold conditions, but its historical context suggests recovery may take time.

Pepe (PEPE) decreased by approximately 2% at the time of writing on Wednesday, marking the fourth consecutive week that this meme coin has been in the red. Since the beginning of the week, PEPE has lost nearly 4% of its value, indicating that selling pressure has yet to ease. Notably, this frog-themed coin is gradually losing its support.

Hong Kong is moving forward with implementing licensing regimes for crypto dealers and custodians after completing consultations, enhancing its regulatory framework for digital assets alongside existing measures for stablecoins and trading platforms.

Cardano’s Charles Hoskinson has disclosed that the crypto market was affected by the lack of trickle-down effect in 2025.  He also believes that things could improve in 2026 as numerous projects are in the pipeline.  Cardano co-founder Charles Hoskinson, in a December 15 video, has

Metaplanet recently held an extraordinary shareholders' meeting, passing five proposals related to equity with a unanimous vote to raise funds to purchase more Bitcoin and strengthen its long-term strategy. The proposals include adjusting the capital structure, increasing the number of preferred shares, and attracting international investors. The company currently holds approximately 30,823 Bitcoins, and its stock price increased by 26% in December.

New Year Special As the crypto space headed into the last month of 2025, the mood was different from previous cycles. The year didn’t bring another decentralized finance (DeFi) summer or non-fungible token (NFT) euphoria, but instead ushered in a slow and sober pivot toward

For the USD1 integration, Velo has got the backing from Thailand’s CP Group, which has a strong retail and telecom footprint across Asia. Analysts note that combining CP Group’s regional distribution and WLFI’s USD1 stablecoin liquidity will boost merchant and consumer adoption across Asia.

Taishin Bank partners with domestic virtual asset exchange HOYA BIT (Hoya Digital Technology) for New Taiwan Dollar trust services for the first time. Taishin Bank, as a trustee under a trust agreement, manages HOYA BIT users' fiat currency funds. After users submit deposit or withdrawal requests, they can enjoy real-time deposits and withdrawals with funds transferred to the linked New Taiwan Dollar account within 24 hours, shortening the fund transfer process and making capital movement faster for investors, creating a secure and convenient cash flow service. Unlike the stock market, which has trading hours restrictions, the crypto market operates 24/7, increasing the demand for real-time fund allocation among investors. However, in the past, crypto investors faced complicated procedures and long waiting times when depositing or withdrawing New Taiwan Dollars. During weekends or holidays, they had to wait until the next business day to complete fund transfers. Lengthy transaction processes can impact capital flow.

The recent 4% decline in Bitcoin's hashrate signals miner capitulation, but historical trends suggest that such declines may lead to a market recovery within 90 days. While pressure from miners eases, conditions appear ripe for a potential bottom as the market adjusts.

The Christmas and New Year holidays are approaching, and the crypto market seems to have already entered a "hibernation mode." US Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs collectively lost value on Tuesday, mainly due to year-end asset rebalancing and liquidity tightening before the long holiday, with profit-taking selling pressure clearly increasing. According to SoSoValue data, the US Bitcoin spot ETF experienced a net outflow of $188.6 million on Tuesday, marking the fourth consecutive day of withdrawals. Among them, BlackRock's IBIT suffered the heaviest outflow, with a net outflow of $157.3 million in a single day; Fidelity's FBTC and Grayscale's GBTC also could not escape. On the other hand, Ethereum spot ETFs also recorded a net outflow of $95.5 million on Tuesday, following a previous day with $84.6 million