Iran’s rial crisis revives debate over Bitcoin as a hedge
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North Korea-linked attacks and weak key management drove nearly $4B in Web3 losses in 2025: Hacken
Web3 losses climbed to nearly $4 billion in 2025, driven mainly by weak access controls and key management failures rather than smart contract bugs. Hacken says North Korea-linked actors accounted for more than half of the damage, increasing pressure on regulators to turn security guidance into enforceable rules.
Crypto ETP outflows deepen over holidays as investors stay selective into year-end
Crypto ETPs saw $446 million in outflows over Christmas, extending a cautious trend that began after October’s market correction. While Bitcoin and Ether funds continue to see redemptions, investors are rotating into newer XRP and Solana ETFs, with Germany standing out as a rare source of sustained inflows.
Bitcoin acts as an unexpected backstop for the dollar, Coinbase CEO says
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says Bitcoin indirectly supports the US dollar by acting as a market check on inflation and excessive spending. While Bitcoin offers a pressure valve during economic stress, stablecoins may play an even more direct role in extending dollar dominance worldwide.
Tokenized Commodities Near $4B as Precious Metals Rally Drives Onchain Demand
Tokenized commodities are nearing $4 billion in value as record-high gold prices drive demand for onchain exposure to precious metals. While still small relative to traditional markets, the sector highlights how real-world assets are gradually finding practical use cases on blockchains, led largely by Ethereum.
Trust Wallet Faces Insider Questions After $7M Holiday Hack
Trust Wallet will reimburse about $7M lost in a Christmas Day browser extension exploit that was quietly prepared weeks in advance. Investigators say the attack may point to insider access, raising fresh concerns around wallet software security and update controls.
NFTs Find New Purpose in 2025 as Speculation Gives Way to Utility and Culture
NFT markets in 2025 have cooled sharply from their speculative highs, with volumes and valuations falling across the board. As prices fade, NFTs are increasingly being used for real-world applications, cultural stewardship, and utility-driven experiences rather than pure speculation.
Trend Research emerges as a top Ethereum holder after $135M ETH accumulation
Trend Research has quietly amassed around 580,000 ETH, placing it among the largest known Ethereum holders despite being privately owned. The move highlights a broader trend of institutional-scale accumulation, as large players position for staking influence and long-term dominance within the Ethereum network.
Coinbax Raises $4.2M Seed Round to Build Programmable Trust Layer for Stablecoin Payments
Coinbax has raised $4.2M in seed funding to build a programmable trust layer for stablecoin payments, targeting banks and institutions adopting onchain settlement. The platform adds policy controls, escrow logic, and compliance-ready workflows on top of stablecoins.
CFTC leadership changes as Michael Selig takes over, Caroline Pham exits
Michael Selig has been sworn in as chairman of the CFTC, replacing acting chair Caroline Pham, who has exited the agency. The leadership change reinforces expectations that the CFTC will pursue clearer, more innovation-focused oversight of crypto and emerging markets in the years ahead.
Ethereum Treasury Firm Bitmine Surpasses 4 Million ETH After Latest Purchase
Bitmine’s Ethereum holdings have surpassed 4 million ETH after a recent $40 million purchase, marking a key milestone in its treasury strategy. The company continues to build long-term exposure to Ethereum and plans to begin staking its holdings in early 2026.
Northern Data Sells Bitcoin Mining Unit to Companies Linked to Tether Executives
Northern Data has sold its Bitcoin mining unit, Peak Mining, to companies linked to senior Tether executives, according to the Financial Times. The deal highlights Tether’s expanding role across mining, data centers, and digital infrastructure beyond stablecoins.
Crypto Market May Need More Fear Before a True Bottom Forms, Santiment Says
Crypto market sentiment suggests traders have not yet reached the level of fear typically seen at a market bottom, according to Santiment. Analysts warn Bitcoin could see further downside before conditions support a sustained recovery.
Brazil sees 43% rise in crypto activity as average investment exceeds $1,000
Brazil’s crypto activity rose 43% in 2025 as average investment per user crossed $1,000, signaling a more mature market. Investors increasingly favored diversification and lower-risk crypto products, including stablecoins.
$50M USDT Lost After Wallet Address Spoofing Trick
A crypto user lost nearly $50M in USDT after copying a poisoned wallet address from transaction history. The incident highlights how address spoofing scams exploit habit and speed, not technical flaws.
FCA consults on UK crypto trading and market-abuse rules
The FCA’s December 16, 2025 proposals covered crypto trading, disclosures, market abuse and other activities, with responses due February 12.
European Central Bank Plans Onchain Settlement Framework as Digital Euro Privacy Debated
The ECB plans to enable blockchain-based settlements in central bank money by 2026 as part of its digital euro rollout. While the technical design is ready, final decisions on privacy and safeguards now rest with EU lawmakers.
Poland’s Parliament Advances Crypto-Assets Market Bill to Senate Review
Poland’s lower house has approved a revived crypto regulation bill aligned with the EU’s MiCA framework and sent it to the Senate for review. The bill, previously vetoed by the president, could still return to his desk if cleared by the upper chamber.