Cryptocurrency

Iran now offers to sell advanced weapons systems to foreign governments in exchange for cryptos. These include ballistic missiles, armed drones, and warships. Iran aims to bypass Western financial controls and maintain its military exports despite sanctions.

Stablecoins are booming in institutional crypto. Moody’s announces a major turning point to watch in finance in 2026.

Efforts to establish clear rules for the U.S. crypto market are likely to take longer than many industry participants expect. An analysis from TD Cowen indicates that while passage remains possible in the near term, political dynamics in Washington increase the likelihood of delays. Approval may not occur until 2027, with full implementation extending to 2029.

Altcoins may be positioning for a rebound after months of subdued price performance. Market data indicates that many tokens are trading above key support levels established in October. Analysts say these signals could point to a renewed appetite for risk across the broader cryptocurrency market.

Russia is moving to impose tougher penalties on illegal cryptocurrency mining after officials reported low compliance with new registration rules. A draft bill from the Justice Ministry proposes fines, forced labor, and prison terms for miners operating outside the law. Officials say the measures are intended to bring a rapidly expanding sector under state oversight and into the tax system.

Gold and silver surge in 2025 as Bitcoin dips, with analysts pointing to rotation, seasonal trends, and a possible rebound ahead.

Bitcoin lost momentum during U.S. trading hours, keeping the broader crypto market confined to a narrow range. XRP followed the same pattern, slipping to $1.86 even as demand through spot exchange-traded funds remained steady. The gap between rising ETF assets and muted price movement suggests the market is still absorbing supply near key levels.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has warned US lawmakers against reopening the recently passed GENIUS Act, arguing that changes could reduce competition in the stablecoin market. He accused major banks of pushing Congress to weaken the law to protect their own interests. The comments come as debate grows over how stablecoins should be regulated in the United States.

Global crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs) saw a sharp pullback last week amid a return to regulatory uncertainty. New data from CoinShares shows investors withdrew nearly $1 billion, ending a three-week streak of inflows. Delays around the U.S. Clarity Act played a key role in weakening sentiment, especially among U.S.-based institutions. Market activity also pointed to rising caution around large holders and near-term policy risks.

Crypto transactions are becoming more common due to their borderless nature. And with the festive season here, some are looking to gift digital assets to their loved ones. For beginners, however, the whole process of sending these modern Christmas presents might feel a bit complex. This article explains the main ways to gift crypto and how various jurisdictions regulate such transactions.

The Christmas season often raises the same question each year: what gift will have lasting value? For people involved in crypto, interests extend far beyond standard tech gadgets. Crypto users form a global community focused on digital ownership, financial independence, and long-term participation in blockchain networks. And as such, selecting a crypto-related gift shows awareness of these priorities. This article presents practical, beginner-friendly crypto gift ideas suited to different interests while remaining useful long after the holidays.

Regulatory pressure on the US crypto sector has eased sharply since President Donald Trump returned to office. Enforcement priorities at the Securities and Exchange Commission have shifted, with crypto firms now facing far fewer legal actions than in previous years.

CoinShares reports $716 million in weekly inflows into its digital asset ETPs, marking the second consecutive week of positive flows. This growth brings assets under management to $180 billion, up 7.9% from their November low. Data show increased investor participation, with significant contributions from the United States, Germany, and Canada.

Ether has entered an important phase as exchange balances drop to their lowest level in nearly ten years. Supply continues moving into staking and long-term holding, leaving fewer tokens available for trading. Market structure is tightening even as investor sentiment remains cautious. Recent network events and steady institutional demand are also adding to this overall market trend.

Momentum around Coinbase is rising as the company enters a new phase of financial stability and public-sector experimentation. Latest data show revenue increasing while costs remain controlled. And as expected, this combination has created a sturdier foundation than in earlier market cycles.

Crypto markets are showing signs of strain as several key measures of capital flow turn negative. Recent data points to a broad cooling of demand across Bitcoin ETFs, stablecoins, and corporate treasury activity. And as expected, this trend has raised concerns that the rally’s core drivers have stalled.

Strong inflows returned to major crypto ETFs at the end of the week after several days of uncertainty across digital asset markets. Bitcoin, Ether, and Solana products all posted gains on Friday, hinting at early stabilization following sharp swings and heavy withdrawals earlier in the week. Sentiment remains cautious, but renewed allocations to key products suggest that some investors are selectively re-entering the market.

A sharp shift in sentiment has taken hold across digital assets after a week of sell-offs, weaker macro signals, and thinning liquidity. Markets now sit in a cautious posture, with fear climbing as large-cap tokens retreat toward multi-month lows.

A muted end to 2025 may be laying the groundwork for a stronger crypto breakout in 2026. Bitwise chief investment officer Matt Hougan says the absence of a late-year rally strengthens his view that next year will bring the next major upswing for digital assets.

Brazil has taken a significant step toward bringing stablecoin activity under its traditional financial system. New regulations issued by the Banco Central do Brasil (BCB) grant stablecoin transactions the same legal treatment as foreign-exchange operations and subject crypto companies to a licensing regime similar to that of banks.

As the crypto market moves toward a new bullish cycle in 2025, identifying promising projects becomes crucial for investors. This selection analyzes seven cryptocurrencies that, through their technological innovation and growing adoption, position themselves as strategic choices. Each project solves concrete problems and stands out against its direct competitors.

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After three years of balance-sheet reduction, the Federal Reserve is preparing to return as a major buyer of U.S. Treasuries early next year. Investors and analysts view the move as a signal that the central bank intends to stabilize markets and ease concerns over the government’s borrowing outlook.

Bitcoin has once again shaken the market—dropping over 10% in just a few hours, dragging Ethereum and the entire market into a whirlwind of panic. Traders held their breath, and the age-old question echoed loudly once again:

Rising debt levels and growing concerns over financial stability are driving investors toward crypto and gold as safe-haven assets. BlackRock CEO Larry Fink described this shift as a response to mounting fears about government debt and the declining value of money.

U.S. bank Citi is taking a decisive step into digital payments by joining forces with Coinbase to pilot stablecoin transactions. The partnership marks a turning point in Wall Street’s embrace of blockchain-based money, following the U.S. GENIUS Act's approval earlier this year. As the stablecoin market heads toward a projected $4 trillion valuation by 2030, Citi’s move positions it at the forefront of institutional adoption.

Bitcoin-focused company Strategy—formerly known as MicroStrategy—has received a “Buy” rating from Citi, with analysts highlighting significant upside potential for the stock. At the same time, the bank warned that the company’s heavy reliance on Bitcoin could expose investors to sharp price swings.

The United States government shutdown is nearing its fourth week, putting pressure on lawmakers to resolve the funding impasse while also addressing key issues in the digital assets sector. As the Senate prepares for another vote to reopen the government, Democratic senators are moving forward with plans to meet crypto executives to discuss the stalled market structure bill.