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CoinDCX report shows growing interest in multi-token strategies as adoption matures Indian crypto investors are increasingly adopting diversified portfolio strategies, moving beyond a Bitcoin-centric approach. According to a recent report from CoinDCX, the trend reflects a maturing market as users treat digital assets as a natural extension of traditional investing. The report highlights that the average CoinDCX user now holds five tokens, up from two to three in 2022. Layer-1 assets account for 43.3% of portfolio volume, while Bitcoin represents 26.5%. Memecoins contribute 11.8% of allocations, indicating that investors are exploring a mix of stable, emerging, and speculative assets. Demographics…

Firm sees potential move above 4.1% that could pressure risk assets into 2026 Analysts at ING are flagging renewed upside potential in the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield, suggesting that the market may be approaching a pivotal moment. Despite softer economic indicators, the benchmark yield continues to hold above the 4% threshold—an area the bank describes as a resilient trading zone. The 10-year yield has hovered between 4% and 4.20% since early autumn, even as recent data painted a cooler picture of economic momentum. The November ADP employment report, which marked the third contraction in five months, would normally pull yields…

New multi-phase strategy aims to unify FX, tokenized assets, and derivatives for institutional investors A major step toward integrating modern digital assets with established financial infrastructure is underway as Deutsche Börse Group enters a strategic partnership with Kraken. The collaboration seeks to create unified, regulated access to crypto markets, tokenized securities, and global derivatives, marking one of the most ambitious institutional pushes in the digital finance sector. Unified Digital Market Infrastructure for Institutions According to the joint announcement, the partnership is designed to streamline institutional access to spot crypto trading, tokenized markets, derivatives, and cross-border liquidity. Executives stated that the…

Bulls Need to Hold $2.204 Support, With a Break Above $2.22 Signaling Further Upside XRP has successfully broken out of its descending channel, reclaiming short-term momentum after weeks of compression. The breakout occurred as buyers stepped in near the major $1.90–$2.00 demand zone, defending the structure and triggering a relief move toward mid-range levels. Markett shows XRP now trading just below minor resistance, with price repeatedly reacting around the $2.22 liquidity level. A clean close above this area would likely confirm bullish continuation, opening the path toward the $2.33–$2.40 supply zone, where previous distribution took place. Market structure remains cautiously…

Fresh data signals continued labor-market resilience despite cooling economic conditions The latest U.S. unemployment claims report delivered a sharper decline than anticipated, underscoring a labor market that remains more resilient than many analysts projected. According to newly released figures, initial claims fell to 191,000, well below the forecast of 220,000 and lower than the previous total of 216,000. This surprise movement suggests that employers are maintaining staffing levels despite broader economic uncertainty. In recent weeks, analysts have warned of potential softening in job creation as higher borrowing costs weigh on business activity. Yet the newest claims data points instead to…

New fund begins trading with staking rewards as demand for digital-asset exposure grows Franklin Templeton has broadened its presence in the digital-asset market with the launch of a new Solana exchange-traded fund. The product arrives as traditional finance institutions accelerate participation in crypto, supported by a regulatory climate that has recently shifted toward clearer oversight. A New Solana ETF on NYSE Arca The Franklin Solana ETF, trading under the ticker SOEZ, began trading this week on NYSE Arca. The fund offers exposure to Solana’s market performance while incorporating staking rewards, a feature that has quickly become a benchmark for competitive…

Hardware-level vulnerability in a widely used smartphone chip leaves private keys at risk, with no possible software fix A major hardware flaw in a popular smartphone chip — including the one used in the Solana Seeker — could allow attackers to gain total control of affected devices and extract private keys, according to new research from Ledger. The discovery raises serious security concerns for users who rely on smartphones for crypto storage. Ledger Finds ‘Full and Absolute Control’ Vulnerability In a detailed security report, Ledger’s engineers revealed that they successfully compromised the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 (MT6878) chip using electromagnetic fault…

LINK ETF sees solid first-day trading but falls short of reversing token’s yearly losses Grayscale’s launch of the first U.S. spot Chainlink (LINK) exchange-traded fund (ETF) attracted significant attention from investors seeking regulated exposure to altcoins. The debut demonstrates continued interest in institutional-grade crypto products, despite broader market volatility. On its first trading day, the Chainlink ETF recorded $41 million in net inflows and roughly $13 million in trading volume, signaling a “solid” reception among investors. Compared to other altcoin ETFs, such as the Solana ETF which debuted with $8.2 million, Chainlink’s launch shows stronger investor appetite, though it remains…

Advocates say prosecution of Samourai Wallet developers threatens innovation and misapplies federal law Growing pressure is building around the fate of two Samourai Wallet developers whose convictions have ignited a broader argument over digital privacy and the boundaries of financial regulation. Supporters claim the case marks a turning point for how the United States treats non-custodial software and the developers who build it. The developers, Keonne Rodriguez and William Lonergan Hill, face multi-year federal sentences after pleading guilty to charges related to operating an unlicensed money-transmitting business. Their supporters argue that non-custodial tools do not handle or control user funds,…

Rising Volume Supports DOGE Rebound, With $0.1470 Now Key to Holding the Bullish Structure Dogecoin posted a 2.7% intraday surge, breaking through an important resistance level and signaling renewed interest from market participants. The movee came alongside a notable rise in trading volume, reinforcing the strength behind the breakout. Market data shows that retail traders were the primary force behind the upswing, while large-wallet transactions dropped to their lowest point in nearly two months. Market reflects a decisive push from the lower demand zone, where buyers previously defended price during repeated declines. As momentum strengthened, DOGE advanced into the mid-range,…