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The IMF says large dollar stablecoins can accelerate currency substitution, weaken monetary control in fragile economies, and require strict, globally coordinated regulation and reserves. Summary The IMF notes stablecoins top $300 billion, mostly dollar-pegged, and can leapfrog local banks and payment rails via smartphones and unhosted wallets. ​ Widespread dollar stablecoin use could shift savings

Italy’s Consob says VASPs must obtain MiCA-compliant CASP authorization by Dec. 30, 2025, or cease Italian operations, return client assets, and clearly communicate exit or compliance plans. Summary VASPs can operate until Dec. 30, 2025, if registered with OAM, but must transition to MiCA-authorized CASPs to keep serving Italian clients beyond that date. ​ Firms

Solana’s price relating to upgrade stack, rising developer activity, and improving technicals could support a move toward the $150 resistance if network traction and trading volumes continue. Summary Solana price includes planned upgrades like Alpenglow, MCP, and BAM to fix core issues, reduce voting overhead, and harden consensus after external research flagged vulnerabilities. ​ Developer

Tom Lee forecasts Ethereum at $20K, saying BTC’s old cycle is over and ETH will lead tokenized assets as its long consolidation breaks to the upside. Summary Tom Lee says Bitcoin’s classic four-year cycle is dead and expects new BTC highs in early 2026 after tracking the S&P 500 in 2025. ​ He argues Ethereum

Markets Home » Markets » Euro stablecoins double in market cap post-MiCA implementation, led by EURS and EURC: Report Powered by Gloria | Edited by Vivian Nguyen Dec. 7, 2025 Regulatory clarity from MiCA boosts euro stablecoin adoption, enabling increased trust and activity in Europe's evolving digital asset sector. Key Takeaways The combined market capitalization

Ethereum Home » Ethereum » Ethereum tops 24-hour net inflows with $138.7M: Artemis Powered by Gloria | Edited by Vivian Nguyen Dec. 7, 2025 Rising institutional demand highlights Ethereum’s expanding role in decentralized finance and tokenized assets within the digital asset market. Key Takeaways Ethereum saw $138.7 million in 24-hour net inflows, leading all digital

Bitcoin Home » Bitcoin » Two Casascius coins with $2,000 Bitcoin move after 13 years of dormancy Powered by Gloria | Edited by Vivian Nguyen Dec. 6, 2025 Rare physical coins from the early days of digital assets resurface, drawing renewed interest among collectors and blockchain enthusiasts. Key Takeaways Two Casascius physical Bitcoin coins containing

Business Home » Business » French banking giant BPCE will start letting customers buy Bitcoin and major tokens on Monday by Vivian Nguyen Dec. 6, 2025 First participating entities are Banque Populaire Île-de-France and Caisse d'Épargne Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. Key Takeaways BPCE is allowing customers to buy Bitcoin, Ether, Solana, and USDC directly through its apps

Bitcoin Home » Bitcoin » Strategy CEO says only a decades-long slump would force them to sell Bitcoin by Vivian Nguyen Dec. 6, 2025 Despite the challenges posed by various market factors, Strategy has successfully raised substantial capital to maintain operational stability, including meeting dividend obligations. Key Takeaways The company plans to hold its Bitcoin

DeFi Home » DeFi » Forward Industries launches BisonFi AMM for Solana ecosystem Powered by Gloria | Edited by Vivian Nguyen Dec. 6, 2025 BisonFi aims to enhance institutional trading on Solana with tailored strategies and strengthen Forward Industries’ position in digital asset infrastructure. Key Takeaways Forward Industries has launched BisonFi, a proprietary automated market