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  • DECEMBER 30, 2025 (4)

  • Hack Sohrab Khawas Dec 30, 2025 08:16 UTC

    ZachXBT Unmasks $2M Canadian Coinbase Scam

    Blockchain sleuth ZachXBT exposed Haby (Havard), a Canadian from Abbotsford near Vancouver, who stole over $2 million from Coinbase users over a year by posing as support staff. He used social engineering for remote access, drained wallets like a $44,000 XRP theft and $237,000 Exodus balance, swapped to BTC via instant exchanges, and blew funds on rare Telegram usernames, club bottle service, and gambling. ZachXBT’s 12-post thread traced the theft through screenshots, emails, and blockchain data, earning crypto community praise and calls for RCMP intervention.

  • Bitcoin Sohrab Khawas Dec 30, 2025 07:39 UTC

    Metaplanet Buys 4,279 BTC

    Metaplanet CEO Simon Gerovich announced the company purchased 4,279 BTC in Q4 2025 for about $451 million, averaging $105,412 per coin. Total holdings now stand at 35,102 BTC, with a $3.78 billion cost basis and an average cost of $107,606 per BTC, yielding 568.2% in 2025. Its Bitcoin Income business generated ¥8.581 billion, surpassing forecasts, while the ongoing MARS plan supports disciplined long-term accumulation, reinforcing Metaplanet’s position among the world’s top corporate Bitcoin holders.

  • Bitcoin Sohrab Khawas Dec 30, 2025 07:21 UTC

    Bitcoin Set to Reach $150K?

    Dragonfly partner Haseeb Qureshi predicts Bitcoin could break $150,000 by the end of 2026, even as its market share shrinks. He expects Ethereum and Solana to outperform, while many fintech Layer‑1s underdeliver. Big Tech may launch or acquire a crypto wallet, and more Fortune 100 firms will adopt blockchain. In DeFi, three perpetual DEX leaders will dominate, with equity perps rising above 20%. Stablecoin supply could grow 60%, with USDT’s share falling and stablecoin cards expanding massively.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Dec 30, 2025 06:42 UTC

    Metaplanet Raises ¥21.25B with Class B Preferred Share Issuance

    Metaplanet Inc. has successfully completed the issuance of 23.61 million Class B Preferred Shares (“MERCURY”) via a third-party allotment, raising ¥21.25 billion. Major investors include Nautical Funding Ltd., SMALLCAP World Fund, and select Anson and Ghisallo funds. Each share was issued at ¥900, boosting capital stock and reserves by ¥10.62 billion each. Following the allotment, total Class B shares reach 23.61 million, with capital stock temporarily set to reduce to ¥1 from December 30, 2025, as part of the company’s growth strategy.

  • DECEMBER 29, 2025 (3)

  • Bitcoin Sohrab Khawas Dec 29, 2025 13:18 UTC

    Michael Saylor’s “Strategy” Purchases 1,229 Bitcoin

    Strategy added 1,229 BTC for about $108.8 million, averaging $88,568 per Bitcoin, achieving an impressive 23.2% yield YTD 2025. As of December 28, 2025, the company holds a total of 672,497 BTC, purchased for around $50.44 billion at an average price of $74,997 per Bitcoin, proving their relentless HODL even after last week’s 10,645 BTC scoop.​ This latest buy via ATM equity sales boosts their massive treasury.

  • Crypto ETF Sohrab Khawas Dec 29, 2025 08:01 UTC

    Bitcoin ETFs Crash $782M in Holiday Sell-Off

    Between December 22–26, Bitcoin spot ETFs experienced heavy outflows of $782 M across all 12 funds, while Ethereum spot ETFs saw $102 M in withdrawals. In contrast, Solana (SOL) spot ETFs recorded a net inflow of $13.14 M across eight ETFs. XRP ETFs surged with $64 M in inflows, led by Franklin’s XRPZ at $28.6 M, bringing total assets to $1.24 B. The trend highlights rising investor interest in altcoin ETFs even as Bitcoin and Ethereum face weaker demand.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Dec 29, 2025 07:43 UTC

    China to Introduce Interest on Digital Yuan in 2026

    China’s central bank announced a major overhaul of its digital yuan, allowing commercial banks to pay interest on e‑CNY balances starting Jan. 1, 2026. The new framework upgrades the currency from simple digital cash to “digital deposit money,” aligning it closer to traditional bank deposits and expanding its monetary functions. Deputy Governor Lu Lei emphasized that the move follows over a decade of pilot programs, aiming to boost adoption, enhance financial utility, and make the e-CNY more attractive compared to private digital payment systems.

  • DECEMBER 27, 2025 (2)

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Dec 27, 2025 07:47 UTC

    JPMorgan Blocks Stablecoin Startups Over Sanctions Risks

    JPMorgan has frozen accounts of stablecoin startups Blindpay and Kontigo, both backed by Y Combinator, after spotting suspicious activity linked to high-risk regions like Venezuela. The firms, which processed payments through Checkbook, reportedly saw rising chargebacks and weak identity checks. JPMorgan said the move was a compliance measure tied to sanctions rules, not a ban on all crypto clients. Both startups were growing fast in Latin America’s digital payment sector before the freeze.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Dec 27, 2025 06:42 UTC

    Robinhood Launches $500K Dogecoin Giveaway

    Robinhood has rolled out a “Hood Holidays” countdown event, giving users a chance to share $500,000 worth of Dogecoin by joining an in-app countdown at 8:30 PM ET. Every eligible participant on the countdown screen receives a DOGE reward, turning the promo into a mass airdrop-style giveaway. Alongside Dogecoin, Robinhood is also offering high-end prizes, such as Rolex watches and Apple AirPods, to keep users engaged during the festive campaign.

  • DECEMBER 26, 2025 (4)

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Dec 26, 2025 13:41 UTC

    Japan to Tax Crypto as Financial Assets in 2026

    Japan’s FY2026 tax reform outline proposes reclassifying crypto assets as financial products under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, cutting the tax rate on gains from up to 55% to a flat 20.315%. Spot, derivatives, and ETF profits would face separate taxation with up to a three-year loss carryforward, aligning with stocks. Staking, lending, and NFTs likely stay under miscellaneous income at progressive rates, pending 2026 legislation.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Dec 26, 2025 10:54 UTC

    Crypto Faces Record $28B Options Expiry Today

    Today marks the largest crypto options expiry in history, with nearly $28 billion worth of BTC and ETH contracts settling on Deribit. Roughly 267,000 Bitcoin options expire with a put/call ratio of 0.35 and a max pain level near $95,000, while 1.28 million Ethereum options expire with a put/call ratio of 0.45 and max pain around $3,100. Traders have been repositioning ahead of settlement, and quarterly contracts now dominate open interest, highlighting increased derivative influence on price action.

  • Exchange News Sohrab Khawas Dec 26, 2025 08:14 UTC

    Gemini Adds BNB Trading and Custody Support

    Gemini, the third-largest U.S. crypto exchange, has announced the launch of trading and custody support for BNB, the native token of the BNB Chain ecosystem. Originally issued by Binance in 2017, BNB is widely used for paying trading and network fees. With this move, Gemini joins Kraken in supporting BNB, while Coinbase has placed the token on its listing roadmap but has yet to start trading. The listing expands Gemini’s asset offerings amid growing multi-chain adoption.

  • Hack Sohrab Khawas Dec 26, 2025 08:28 UTC

    Trust Wallet Hack: $7M Stolen, CZ Promises Full Refunds

    Trust Wallet has confirmed a serious security breach affecting version 2.68 of its browser extension, which hackers exploited to drain funds from hundreds of users’ wallets across Bitcoin, Solana, and EVM networks. Initial on-chain analysis showed losses exceeding $6 million, with total impact around $7 million. Users are urged to disable the compromised extension and upgrade to version 2.69 immediately. Binance founder Changpeng Zhao said Trust Wallet will cover the losses and that user funds are SAFU while the investigation continues.

  • DECEMBER 24, 2025 (3)

  • Ethereum Qadir AK Dec 24, 2025 07:15 UTC

    Arthur Hayes Sells Ethereum to Buy DeFi Tokens

    Crypto veteran Arthur Hayes has deposited another 682 $ETH ($2M) into Binance, continuing his strategy of selling Ethereum to invest in high-quality DeFi tokens. Over the past week, Hayes sold a total of 1,871 $ETH ($5.53M) and acquired 1.22M $ENA ($257.5K), 137,117 $PENDLE ($259K), and 132,730 $ETHFI ($93K), signaling a strong shift toward DeFi opportunities.

  • Crypto Regulations Sohrab Khawas Dec 24, 2025 07:14 UTC

    Spain Sets Strict Crypto Rules for 2026

    Spain will fully enforce key EU crypto rules, MiCA and DAC8, in 2026 to boost oversight and transparency. From January 1, 2026, crypto platforms must collect detailed transaction, balance, and fund‑flow data and report it under DAC8 to EU tax authorities, with exchanges exchanging information by September 2027. Under MiCA, all crypto-asset service providers must obtain full CNMV authorization by July 1, 2026, or cease operations. Spain’s tax authorities can act on tax debts, but self‑custody wallets remain outside reporting rules.

  • Crypto news Qadir AK Dec 24, 2025 05:53 UTC

    Robert Kiyosaki Shares Warren Buffett’s Stark AI Bubble Warning

    Author Robert Kiyosaki has highlighted a serious warning from legendary investor Warren Buffett, saying an Artificial Intelligence–driven stock market bubble and rising global debt could become the biggest threat investors have ever faced. According to Kiyosaki, Buffett believes the risk is even greater than the dotcom crash. Kiyosaki urged people to listen closely to Buffett’s talks and podcasts, stressing that markets are entering dangerous times and that wisdom from experienced investors is crucial for navigating the future.

  • DECEMBER 23, 2025 (2)

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Dec 23, 2025 12:19 UTC

    Bybit to Exit Japan Market in 2026

    Bybit, one of the world’s largest crypto exchanges, will start phasing out services for Japanese residents in 2026 to align with Japan’s strict regulatory rules. The platform plans gradual account restrictions, including limits on new registrations and trading features, rather than an abrupt shutdown, giving users time to withdraw funds and close positions. The move follows mounting pressure from Japan’s Financial Services Agency, which has tightened oversight of unregistered overseas exchanges.

  • Hack Sohrab Khawas Dec 23, 2025 11:30 UTC

    $2.3M USDT Hacked and Laundered via Tornado Cash

    Two crypto wallets lost a total of $2.3 million in USDT in a rapid on-chain theft. The attacker swiftly swapped the stolen stablecoins for 757.6 ETH and funneled the funds through privacy mixer Tornado Cash within minutes, making tracking extremely difficult. The swift laundering move underlines how fast criminals can exploit DeFi tools to hide funds and again exposes how fragile wallet security and transaction monitoring can be in today’s crypto markets.

  • DECEMBER 22, 2025 (6)

  • Bitcoin Sohrab Khawas Dec 22, 2025 13:29 UTC

    Saylor’s Strategy Strengthens Reserves with $748M Boost

    Strategy added $748 million to its cash, reaching $2.19 billion while keeping 671,268 Bitcoins steady. No Bitcoin buys happened from December 15-21 as they build cash from stock sales. Michael Saylor posted the update on X on December 22, ready for big buys in market dips. This builds on a $1.44 billion reserve from late November amid ups and downs. Shares climb as investors back the huge Bitcoin plan.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Dec 22, 2025 12:59 UTC

    Aster Launches Phase 5 Buyback Program

    Aster is launching Phase 5 of its ASTER buyback program on December 23, committing up to 80% of daily platform fees to repurchasing tokens. Forty percent will drive automated on-chain buybacks to maintain steady market demand, while the remaining 20%-40% will focus on strategic opportunities in favorable market conditions. This balanced approach aims to stabilize prices, enhance liquidity, and strengthen long-term value and investor confidence in the ASTER ecosystem.

  • Crypto Regulations Sohrab Khawas Apr 1, 2026 06:35 UTC

    Ghana Legalizes Crypto With New Regulatory Law

    Ghana’s parliament has passed the Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill, officially legalizing cryptocurrency trading and creating a clear regulatory framework for digital assets and service providers. The new law gives the Bank of Ghana power to license and oversee exchanges, wallet providers, and other crypto platforms while enforcing consumer protections and anti-money-laundering rules. This move aims to reduce risks like fraud, bring oversight to a fast-growing market used by millions of Ghanaians, and support innovation and financial inclusion. Read More

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Dec 22, 2025 11:26 UTC

    Metaplanet Approves Shares to Expand Bitcoin

    Tokyo-listed Metaplanet, holding 30,823 BTC worth $2.75 billion, approved issuing preferred shares without affecting common stock. Following MicroStrategy’s approach, the company doubled its Class A (MARS) and Class B (MERCURY) shares, added floating-rate and quarterly dividends, and targeted institutional investors. Recently, it raised $150 million through MERCURY shares and $250 million via credit for Bitcoin purchases. The stock jumped 18% to 451 JPY as investors anticipate further Bitcoin accumulation and bigger holdings.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Dec 22, 2025 10:47 UTC

    Binance Rolls Out Five New Spot Trading Pairs

    Binance launches ADA/USD1, ASTER/USD1, ZEC/USD1, LUNA/USDC, and LUNC/USDC spot pairs on December 24 at 08:00 UTC, with full Trading Bots support, including spot algo orders. USD1 from World Liberty Financial packs a $2.72 billion market cap as Treasury backed USD stablecoin under BitGo custody. Terra Classic fans celebrate LUNC/USDC as a big win after years of recovery, with leader VegasMorph calling it a sign of their resilience and a festive boost.

  • Crypto news Sohrab Khawas Dec 22, 2025 13:23 UTC

    Hong Kong Opens Crypto Door for Insurers

    Hong Kong’s Insurance Authority is proposing new rules that could let insurance companies invest in cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and infrastructure projects, a first-of-its-kind in Asia. Under the draft plan, crypto assets would carry a 100% risk capital charge, meaning insurers must hold capital equal to the full value of such holdings. Stablecoins would face risk charges tied to the fiat currency they’re pegged to. The proposal is scheduled for public consultation in early 2026, before being presented to lawmakers. Read More

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