Shrinking Participation and Falling Prices Signal Waning Speculative Demand The NFT market closed 2025 on a weak note, with no traditional year-end “Santa rally” emerging to lift prices or activity. Instead, market data shows NFTs sliding to their lowest valuation levels of the year, reflecting reduced liquidity, fading speculation, and declining participation across the ecosystem. In December,= the total NFT market valuation fell to approximately $2.5 billion, marking a 72% decline from its January peak of $9.2 billionn. Sales activity remained muted, with weekly volumes failing to exceed $70 million during the first three weeks of the month, underscoring persistent…
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Lower Liquidity and Risk Reduction Drive ETF Withdrawals in Late December Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced notable outflows on Dec. 24 as investors reduced exposure ahead of the Christmas holiday. The pullback reflects seasonally lower liquidity and a defensive shift in positioning, rather than a clear change in long-term sentiment toward crypto assets. Data shows Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded approximately $175 million in net outflows on the day. The largest single withdrawal came from BlackRock’s IBIT fund, which saw $91.37 million exit. This was followed by Grayscale’s GBTC with $24.62 million in outflows, continuing a trend of…
Congress Weighs Sweeping Digital Asset Bill Amid Elections, Shutdown Risks The outlook for comprehensive US crypto regulation in 2026 remains uncertain as lawmakers balance bipartisan negotiations against looming midterm elections and potential government shutdowns. Industry advocates estimate a 50% to 60% chance that Congress can pass a sweeping crypto market structure bill next year, underscoring both progress and persistent risks. The Senate is working on legislation designed to clarify regulatory authority between federal agencies and define which digital assets fall outside traditional securities laws. Progress has been slowed by delays in committee hearings, though lawmakers signal that early-2026 markups remain…
Fraudulent “CircleMetals” Release Highlights Rising Risks Around Tokenized Assets A fraudulent announcement claiming the launch of a tokenized gold and silver trading platform has raised fresh concerns about sscams targeting crypto users. The release circulated during a major holiday period, falsely suggested that Circle the issuer of a leading dollar-backed stablecoin had introduced a new product offering precious metals swaps. The fake release promoted a platform caleled “CircleMetals”, advertising 24/7 swaps between stablecoins and alleged gold and silver tokens. It claimed these assets were backed by institutional-grade liquidity and quoted senior executives to appear credible. However, the company later confirmed…
BNB Technical Outlook Highlights Key Demand and Resistance Levels Binance Coin (BNB) has entered a decisive phase after a sustained correction from its all-time high. The daily chart structure shows clear institutional price behavior, with BNB now trading well below previous peak levels and consolidating near an important historical support zone. Market participants are closely monitoring whether this level will hold or break, as it may define the next medium-term trend. Following a strong bullish expansion earlier in the year, BNB recorded a clear change of character (CHoCH) near the top, signaling weakening bullish momentum. Price was rejected from a…
Developer Signals Long-Term Confidence Despite Governance Token Weakness Offchain Labs, the core development team behind Arbitrum, has increased its holdings of the ARB governance token, reinforcing long-term confidence in the Ethereum layer-2 network. The move comes at a time when governance tokens across the crypto sector are under pressure, reflecting cautious sentiment and intensified competition among scaling solutions. Offchain Labs confirmed that the additional ARB purchases were made under an approved plan, emphasizing its intention to continue investing in Arbitrum’s growth and ecosystem development. This decision stands out as many early contributors in crypto have reduced exposure to governance assets…
Deal Activity Surges as Policy Changes Fuel Confidence Across Digital Asset Markets The global crypto industry recorded a historic surge in mergers, acquisitions, and public listings in 2025, signaling renewed confidence among investors and traditional financial institutions. Improved regulatory clarity and a more accommodative policy environment played a central role in unlocking deal flow across exchanges, brokers, and infrastructure providers. Record-Breaking Deal Volume In 2025, 267 crypto-related deals were completed, representing an 18% increase year over year. Total deal value reached a record $8.6 billion, nearly three times higher than the $2.17 billion recorded the previous year. This sharp rise…
Macro Growth Expectations Fuel Bullish Sentiment, Despite 2026 Market Warnings Bitcoin market sentiment has turned cautiously optimistic after Elon Musk suggested the US economy could enter a period of double-digit growth within the next 12 to 18 months. His comments have reignited discussion among investors who closely track macroeconomic signals as indicators for Bitcoin’s future price direction. Musk stated that applied artificial intelligence could drive rapid economic expansion, adding that triple-digit growth may even be possible by 2030 if AI adoption accelerates as expected. For Bitcoin investors, such forecasts are significant. Stronger economic growth and easing financial conditions often increase…
Nation-Backed Stablecoins Signal a Broader Shift Toward Digital Sovereignty Kyrgyzstan is strengthening its position in the global digital asset landscape following the listing of a som-pegged stablecoin on a major cryptocurrency exchange. The move reflects a broader national strategy that combines regulatory reform, state-backed digital currencies, and plans for a crypto reserve. The newly listed KGST stablecoin, pegged to Kyrgyzstan’s national currency, the som, is designed to support cross-border payments and regional financial connectivity. Government officials have emphasized that the token will help integrate the country more deeply into the global crypto ecosystem. The initiative follows earlier agreements to bring…
How Regulatory Clarity Reshaped Winners and Losers Across the Crypto Market The crypto market in 2025 has been defined by regulatory adjustments, uneven price action, and shifting investor confidence. As clarity replaced uncertainty in key jurisdictions, venture investors began reassessing where real value accumulated and where it failed to materialize. Established financial platforms emerged as major beneficiaries. Incumbents that waited for regulatory clarity before scaling crypto offerings captured outsized value. Trading platforms with existing user bases were able to move decisively once rules became clearer, positioning themselves ahead of slower-moving native crypto firms. Stablecoins stood out as one of the…