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2025

Phantom integrates Kalshi prediction markets as crypto wallets expand into event trading

The new Phantom Prediction Markets feature supports tokenised event trading across multiple categories. Crypto exchanges such as Gemini and Coinbase are also moving into US prediction markets. Regulatory challenges persist, with recent legal action involving the state of Connecticut and Kalshi. Crypto wallets are increasingly becoming gateways to real-world financial activity, and Phantom’s latest move […]

Crypto oversight in US tightens as CFTC and FDIC leadership near confirmation

Mike Selig is positioned to replace Acting Chair Caroline Pham at the CFTC if confirmed. The CFTC has already expanded crypto oversight through collateral approvals and spot trading permissions. Travis Hill’s confirmation would formalise his interim role at the FDIC and continue crypto-friendly banking policies. Crypto regulation in the United States is entering a more […]

Crypto overview: Markets calm as $4.3B in BTC and ETH options expire

Over $4.3 billion in Bitcoin and Ethereum options will expire today, December 12. BTC trades above $92,300, with a maximum pain level at around $90,000. Data shows balanced calls and puts, signaling a cautious stance among traders. Cryptocurrencies remained elevated on Friday as Bitcoin recovered from post-FOMC retracements. While most tokens trade below their key […]

Satoshi Nakamoto statue arrives at NYSE in major crypto culture shift

Satoshi Nakamoto statue arrives at NYSE, marking crypto’s growing Wall Street acceptance. Artwork joins global series as Bitcoin’s history and mainstream adoption gain symbolic recognition. Institutional embrace of Bitcoin accelerates as public entities hold over 3.7M BTC. The New York Stock Exchange has become the latest home for Valentina Picozzi’s “disappearing” Satoshi Nakamoto statue, signalling […]

Silk Road crypto activity resurfaces as dormant Bitcoin wallets move again

Silk Road-tagged wallets sent $3.14 million in Bitcoin across 176 transfers this week. The transactions are the most significant Silk Road-linked activity in five years. The wallets sent funds to a new address beginning with bc1qn. Silk Road-linked cryptocurrency activity has resurfaced, drawing attention to long-quiet Bitcoin wallets connected to the darknet marketplace. The movement […]

Plume token gains 8% as Coinbase adds trading support

Coinbase has listed Plume, an EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain for tokenizing real-world assets. PLUME rose 8% as Bitcoin (BTC) oscillated between $90,000 and $92,000 amid lack of significant momentum.  Other altcoins, including Hype (HYPE) and Cronos (CRO), are trading higher despite overall caution. The cryptocurrency market remains cautious despite notable gains for tokens such as […]

Crypto ETFs diverge: Bitcoin suffers $60M outflows; ETH, SOL, XRP funds in green

BTC ETFs recorded $60.48M withdrawals on December 8. Ethereum funds extended their latest momentum with $35.49M inflows. XRP and Solana ETFs ended yesterday with gains amid prevailing demand. The digital tokens space remains choppy ahead of the December 10 Federal Reserve decision on interest rates. Crypto exchange-traded funds, which have become vital in gauging institutional […]