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Bitwise crypto index fund moves from over-the-counter to NYSE Arca for trading

Bitwise’s crypto index fund moves from OTC markets to NYSE Arca, marking another step in bringing diversified digital asset products onto regulated exchanges.

PNC Bank launches Bitcoin trading for eligible clients via Coinbase integration

The move makes PNC the first major US bank to offer spot Bitcoin trading within its own digital platform, starting with private bank clients.

Circle moves toward privacy-focused stablecoin with USDCx project

A new Circle–Aleo stablecoin project highlights the growing demand for privacy features as firms weigh blockchain use against the risks of transparency.

Senator Lummis anticipates crypto market structure markup next week

“Our staffs are exhausted,” said the Wyoming senator at the Blockchain Association Policy Summit on Tuesday, speaking on the progress of the crypto bill.

Bitcoin Hash Ribbons flash ‘buy’ signal at $90K: Will BTC price rebound?

Bitcoin miners offer a glimpse into potential BTC price upside to come as the historically accurate Hash Ribbons sent a buy signal.

Jack Maller’s Twenty One Capital debuts on NYSE

Twenty One Capital launched on the NYSE with strong institutional backing and a massive Bitcoin treasury.

Securitize hires former PayPal exec as US tokenization gains traction

Securitize hires former PayPal executive Jerome Roche as it expands regulated tokenized securities for US investors and builds on fresh approvals in Europe.

How prediction markets raise insider trading and credit risks

Prediction markets may be providing a way of turning opinions into financial products, but they may also pose financial risks and opportunities for insider trading.

Malaysia’s crown prince launches ringgit stablecoin, Zetrix treasury

Malaysia’s crown prince launched a stablecoin on Zetrix and a $121 million digital asset treasury modeled after MicroStrategy, despite sector bubble fears.

Crypto nears its ‘Netscape moment’ as industry approaches inflection point

Crypto is at a mainstream tipping point due to the emergence of regulated investment products, according to Matt Huang of Paradigm.

Hong Kong launches CARF crypto tax consultation to combat evasion

Hong Kong has launched a public consultation on adopting the OECD’s crypto account tax data sharing program, CARF, and revising its tax reporting standards.

Japan plans tough new rules for crypto exchanges: What liability reserves actually mean

Japan’s FSA is set to mandate liability reserves for crypto exchanges to boost consumer protection. The new rules are set to change the market.

Dogecoin ETFs lose their bite as Bitcoin, Ethereum big dogs lead the pack

The total value traded for spot DOGE ETFs reached its lowest point since launch, signaling a fading of the early hype as liquidity and flows lag well behind those of major crypto ETFs.

Bitcoin's ‘bear flag pattern’ targets $67K as BTC spot demand slumps

The absence of new buyers and weakening ETF demand are factors likely to keep the Bitcoin price pinned below $93,000 as a bear flag targets $67,000.

‘Elite’ traders hunt dopamine-seeking retail on prediction markets: 10x Research

Rising retail participation incentivizes data-driven, “elite” traders to use “information asymmetry” and spreads caused by casual investors seeking a quick buck, 10x said.

Polygon deploys Madhugiri hard fork, aims for 33% throughput boost

Polygon’s hard fork cuts consensus time to one second, supports Fusaka EIPs and lays the groundwork for stablecoin and RWA-focused scaling.

HashKey crypto exchange opens Hong Kong IPO subscription, targets $215M

HashKey opens IPO subscriptions as it seeks to raise $214.7 million, valuing Hong Kong’s biggest crypto exchange at about $2.5 billion.

Will Zcash's ZEC return to $500 or higher before 2026?

Bullish reversal signals and rising whale demand increase ZEC’s chances of hitting $500 in December, though some caution remains warranted.

Circle gets Abu Dhabi greenlight amid UAE stablecoin and crypto push

Circle has secured a license in Abu Dhabi, enabling it to operate as a licensed Money Services Provider as the UAE accelerates its rollout of crypto regulations.

NFT winter deepens: Monthly sales hit lowest point of the year

NFT sales fell to $320 million in November — their lowest this year — with early December off to a weak start as top collections slide across the board.

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