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Ethereum price started a fresh decline below $3,000. ETH is now consolidating and might soon aim to start a recovery wave above $2,980.

Ethereum started a fresh decline from the $3,175 zone.
The price is trading below $3,000 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average.
There is a connecting bearish trend line forming with resistance at $3,120 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken).
The pair could continue to move down if it settles below the $2,920 zone.

Ethereum Price Dips 5%
Ethereum price failed to stay above $3,150 and started a fresh decline, like Bitcoin. ETH price dipped below $3,120 and $3,050 to enter a bearish zone.

The bears even pushed the price below $3,000. A low was formed at $2,916 and the price is now consolidating losses below the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $3,175 swing high to the $2,916 low.

Ethereum price is now trading below $3,000 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. Besides, there is a connecting bearish trend line forming with resistance at $3,120 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD.

Source: ETHUSD on TradingView.com
If there is another upward move, the price could face resistance near the $2,980 level. The next key resistance is near the $3,050 level and the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $3,175 swing high to the $2,916 low. The first major resistance is near the $3,080 level. A clear move above the $3,080 resistance might send the price toward the $3,120 resistance. An upside break above the $3,120 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $3,175 resistance zone or even $3,200 in the near term.

More Losses In ETH?
If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,980 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2,950 level. The first major support sits near the $2,920 zone.

A clear move below the $2,920 support might push the price toward the $2,880 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $2,840 region. The next key support sits at $2,800.

Technical Indicators

Hourly MACD – The MACD for ETH/USD is gaining momentum in the bearish zone.

Hourly RSI – The RSI for ETH/USD is now below the 50 zone.

Major Support Level – $2,920

Major Resistance Level – $3,080

Filecoin (FIL) came under renewed selling pressure on Monday after breaking through a critical technical support level, signaling growing bearish momentum across the broader crypto market. The token fell by roughly 5.1%, sliding to around $1.24 after failing to hold the important $1.25 support zone. According to CoinDesk Research’s technical analysis model, the move was accompanied by an exceptional surge in trading volume, pointing to strong conviction behind the sell-off.

Trading volume spiked to approximately 11.74 million FIL, nearly 400% above average levels. This sharp increase suggests that the breakdown was driven by large-scale participants rather than retail traders. Heavy volume during a support breach often confirms the validity of the move, and in this case, bears decisively overwhelmed buyers who had previously defended the $1.25 area.

The weakness in Filecoin mirrored broader market conditions, as cryptocurrencies declined sharply during the same session. Bitcoin dropped about 3.5%, while the CoinDesk 20 Index fell roughly 4.4%, highlighting widespread risk-off sentiment among investors. As market pressure intensified, Filecoin recorded three consecutive lower lows, reinforcing the view that its technical structure has deteriorated.

With the loss of ascending trend support, analysts now warn that further downside is possible. The breakdown opens the door to a move toward the $1.23–$1.235 zone, an area that previously acted as a demand region based on historical price structure. Meanwhile, former support around $1.25 has now turned into a key resistance level, meaning any short-term rebound could face selling pressure near that price.

Additional resistance is also firmly established near $1.35, following multiple failed recovery attempts. Until Filecoin regains these levels with strong volume support, the outlook remains cautious. The high-volume nature of the decline reinforces the idea of institutional participation, adding weight to the bearish signal.

Overall, Filecoin’s technical breakdown, combined with broader market weakness, suggests that traders should closely monitor support zones and volume trends as the market searches for stability.

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The MoonPay app Solana Seeker is a new application that facilitates shopping with cryptocurrencies.
The app integrates MoonPay Commerce and Solana Pay on Shopify, enabling direct, hassle-free payments.
The initiative offers exclusive discounts and aims to drive real adoption of cryptocurrencies in mobile commerce.

MoonPay, one of the leading crypto payment infrastructure platforms, recently launched a shopping app designed exclusively for the Solana Seeker smartphone. The application aims to enhance the user shopping experience, allowing them to make payments with digital assets seamlessly.

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The app features a curated list of businesses and creators, including recognized brands such as Fortune Media, Pudgy Penguins, and Doodles, that accept crypto payments at checkout. Now,

users can make payments directly through MoonPay Commerce and Solana Pay on Shopify, eliminating the need for additional platforms or complex workarounds. This unified flow radically simplifies the experience, making the use of cryptocurrencies more accessible to the everyday consumer.

The Impact of Integration: Driving Mobile-First Adoption
As an incentive and to celebrate the launch of the MoonPay app Solana Seeker, merchants on the platform are offering exclusive discounts and rewards to Seeker users who complete their purchases. This strategy aims to drive real use and engagement, rather than just app downloads.

The Solana Seeker smartphone is designed to incorporate blockchain functionalities and decentralized apps directly into the mobile experience, integrating with secure hardware solutions like Seed Vault.

This partnership between MoonPay and Solana Mobile signals a growing trend in the crypto industry: mobile-first solutions. MoonPay Commerce’s ability to offer secure and seamless crypto payments positions the company as a key player in the global expansion of digital payments.

In summary, with Solana Mobile having already shipped its second generation of Seeker smartphones, this partnership seeks to make crypto payments more accessible and easy to use, accelerating global adoption.

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US-listed spot XRP ETFs just put together a streak that’s hard to ignore: 19 straight trading days of net inflows, with zero outflow sessions over the run, according to daily flow data compiled by Sosovalue.

The numbers add up quickly. By Dec. 12, cumulative net inflows sat at $974.50 million, while total net assets across the products were shown at roughly $1.18 billion.

XRP ETFs Log 19 Straight Trading Days Of Inflows
The early days did most of the heavy lifting. Sosovalue’s table shows $243.05 million of net inflow on Nov. 14, then another surge on Nov. 24 ($164.04 million). There were also chunky adds on Nov. 20 ($118.15 million) and Dec. 1 ($89.65 million). Even as the pace cooled, inflows didn’t flip—Dec. 8 posted $38.04 million, and Dec. 12 added another $20.17 million.

US spot ETF inflows | Source: X @gandreou007
On X, Bitmern Mining founder and CEO Giannis Andreou framed it bluntly today: “19 consecutive trading days of inflows. Zero outflow days. Nearly $1B in net capital added.” He called it “sustained institutional positioning,” not retail froth.

That “institutional bid” angle is also showing up in the asset rankings. In a Dec. 13 post, Canary Capital CEO Steven McClurg pointed to a separate snapshot of the US crypto ETP landscape showing XRP products now edging out Solana by total assets under management.

Bloomberg Intelligence data in the chart puts XRP ETP assets at about $1.638 billion, just ahead of Solana at $1.566 billion, in a market where Bitcoin still towers over everything at $125.425 billion and Ethereum sits at $22.019 billion.

Crypto ETF inflow data | Source: X @stevenmcclurg
McClurg’s explanation for the flip was less about Solana underperforming and more about where each asset “fits” in the wrapper trade.

“SOL ETFs launched before XRP, but XRP ETFs have now passed SOL in total AUM. I expected this,” McClurg wrote, adding “SOL is much more efficient to hold on-chain and to stake directly for retail audiences, whereas XRP has more institutional demand and no staking. As with everything, there will be an audience that prefers direct ownership, and an audience that prefers the ease of financial instruments. Some will do both.”

Notably, from Dec. 8 to Dec. 12, Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded net inflows of $287 million for the week, while Ethereum spot ETFs saw weekly net inflows of $209 million. SOL spot ETFs recorded net inflows of $33.6 million.

At press time, XRP once again fell below the $2 mark. The token traded at $1.98 and thus at the key support zone. A drop below the red support band could strengthen the bear case for a deeper crash to the 100-week or even 200-week Exponential Moving Average (EMA). XRP visited the latter during the October 10 crash.

Price hovers in crucial support zone, 1-week chart | Source: XRPUSDT on TradingView.com
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A cryptocurrency analyst has pointed out how Cardano has formed a technical analysis (TA) signal on its weekly chart that last led into a major price drawdown.

Cardano SuperTrend Has Flipped Bearish
In a new post on X, analyst Ali Martinez has talked about a signal that has appeared in the SuperTrend of Cardano. The “SuperTrend” refers to a TA indicator that’s generally used for determining whether a given asset is following a bearish or bullish trend. It’s built using the Average True Range (ATR), another TA indicator that measures the degree of volatility being experienced by the price.

The SuperTrend is represented by a single trendline that acts as both support and resistance, depending on which side the asset is trading. When the price is above this line, the indicator signals that the asset is in a bullish trend. On the other hand, being under the line implies the dominance of a bearish trajectory.

Now, here is the chart shared by Martinez that shows the trend in the SuperTrend of Cardano over the last few years:

Looks like the price is under the indicator’s line now | Source: @alicharts on X
As displayed in the above graph, the weekly Cardano price broke above the SuperTrend line during 2023 and stayed over it throughout 2024 and much of 2025. Recently, however, the price has finally seen a reversal of trend, with the indicator now giving a bearish signal instead.

In the chart, Martinez has highlighted what happened the last time that this pattern developed in ADA’s 1-week price. It would appear that the flip to a bearish trend led to a decline of more than 80% for the cryptocurrency in 2022. It now remains to be seen whether the SuperTrend giving a sell signal is foreshadowing something similar this time, or if Cardano will see the renewal of bullish momentum despite the pattern.

Cardano isn’t the only coin in the sector that has seen a flip in the SuperTrend recently. As the analyst has highlighted in another X post, the number one cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, has also seen a change in its SuperTrend.

How the SuperTrend of Bitcoin has fluctuated over the last two cycles | Source: @alicharts on X
From the above chart, it’s apparent that the weekly price of Bitcoin is now trading under the SuperTrend line, a sign that a bearish trend is taking over. Like for Cardano, the last time this flip happened was in the last bear market. Back then, BTC dropped by over 60%.

ADA Price
Cardano saw brief recovery above $0.48 last week, but the cryptocurrency has since witnessed a retrace as its price is now back at $0.40.

The trend in the price of the coin over the last five days | Source: ADAUSDT on TradingView
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Dogecoin's price has begun a range-bound move above the $0.13 level and below the moving average lines.

DOGE price long-term prediction: ranging

DOGE has fallen to the expected price at the 2.0 Fibonacci extension, or the $0.131 low. For the past three weeks, neither bulls nor bears have gained the upper hand, as the altcoin remains range-bound above the current support. On the downside, bulls have consistently defended the existing support level by buying on dips.

However, a break below the current support would signal a return to the downtrend. DOGE would then revisit the previous low of $0.10. On the upside, DOGE will resume its bullish movement if buyers keep the price above the 21-day SMA and bullish momentum continues. DOGE is currently trading at $0.135.

Technical indicators

Resistance Levels $0.45 and $0.50

Support Levels – $0.30 and $0.25

DOGE price indicator reading

The moving average lines are sloping downward but remain above the price bars. On the 4-hour chart, the price bars are positioned below the horizontal moving average lines. Doji candlesticks continue to form, indicating traders' uncertainty about the market direction.

What is the next direction for Dogecoin?

DOGE is currently in a sideways trend. The cryptocurrency has been trading above the $0.13 support level but below the $0.155 high. Buyers have not managed to sustain momentum above $0.155 since November 26.

Today, the price has declined and is hovering above the current support. On the downside, bulls are likely to buy on dips as the price retests the existing support level of $0.13.

Disclaimer. This analysis and forecast are the personal opinions of the author. The data provided is collected by the author and is not sponsored by any company or token developer. This is not a recommendation to buy or sell cryptocurrency and should not be viewed as an endorsement by Coinidol.com. Readers should do their research before investing in funds.

This prominent altcoin has seen its valuation increasingly come into question in recent days.

One of the most closely watched altcoins in the market, Bitcoin Cash (BCH 4.80%) is a top-15 cryptocurrency by market capitalization that warrants attention. As a Bitcoin fork that is now primarily utilized for payments, those banking on blockchain-based transaction growth to surge over time have looked to Bitcoin Cash to provide potential outsize upside in what has otherwise been a robust bull market rally in digital assets in 2025 (until recently).

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Today, that rally has fizzled, with Bitcoin Cash experiencing a 5.2% decline over the past 24 hours, as of 6:00 p.m. ET.

Let's dive into what's driving this move and why investors are increasingly in sell-off mode for nearly every major token today.

Massive liquidation activity is driving today's price action

Source: Getty Images.

Several key macro drivers are pushing the crypto sector lower today. Those are certainly important to discuss, as the shift in investor sentiment we've seen unfold over the weekend has been notable.

With digital assets (and other more speculative assets in various markets) already exhibiting weak price action lately, uncertainty surrounding key U.S. economic data set to be released tomorrow, and lingering concerns about inflation, are sources of pain for millions of investors right now.

However, news that the Bank of Japan hiked its benchmark rate overnight led to some severe volatility in the crypto market overnight and into today (it's a 24/7 market, after all). That's because many hedge funds and large money managers who have shorted the Yen directly or indirectly, and used those funds to purchase other assets (mostly U.S. stocks, bonds, and even cryptocurrencies), may have to unwind those bets. If that's the case, it's the sort of lower tide that brings all boats lower narrative at play here.

That said, what's particularly interesting about today's move in Bitcoin Cash is the extent to which liquidation activity plays into this narrative. Liquidations of leveraged derivatives bets (mostly perpetual futures contracts) are initiated when certain price levels are broken through. Given today's price action, numerous price levels have been broken, resulting in even steeper declines for risk-on investors than what may otherwise be the case without this leverage.

With approximately $3.1 million of the $3.15 million in total liquidations taking place on the long end of the spectrum today (meaning bulls are getting decimated), there's little hope right now for a near-term rebound. That's the story the data appear to be telling today, at least.

Chris MacDonald has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Bitcoin. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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Today’s Bitcoin liquidation is approaching $400 million and has pushed prices toward a critical 2-year support level maintained since 2023.

Bitcoin price prediction now points to a potential sweep of the $80,000 lows before a bullish reversal toward $100,000.

On-Chain Data Shows $81K as Critical SupportData from Glassnode reveals Bitcoin’s True Market Mean, the average on-chain purchase price held by active market participants, stands near $81,000, serving as strong support during today’s 3.6% decline that sent prices below $86,000.

Bitcoin's True Market Mean—the average on-chain purchase price of Bitcoin held by active participants—stood near $81K as strong support during the last drawdown.

Bitcoin first broke above it in October 2023 and hasn't traded below since. pic.twitter.com/2Wz1EWPzIi

— Bitcoin News (@BitcoinNewsCom) December 15, 2025
Crypto analyst Darkfost observed that inflows to Binance from “wholecoiners” (transactions exceeding 1 BTC) are collapsing compared to previous years.

The yearly average now sits around 6,500 BTC, a level not seen since 2018.

“What is particularly interesting is the trend these inflows have followed during this cycle compared to past ones.

Instead of increasing as they did previously, wholecoiner inflows to Binance have steadily declined, even as Bitcoin continued pushing higher,” Darkfost explained.

BTC demand on spot orderbooks currently sits at elevated levels, from $85,000 down to $80,000, suggesting continued downward pressure on the asset.

However, analyst Ted Pillows reveals that defending the $81,000 support could enable Bitcoin to target the next major resistance zone around $92,000-$94,000.

Bitcoin Price Prediction: Weekly Chart Shows Bearish Momentum CoolingBitcoin’s weekly chart displays clear momentum deterioration after failing to maintain above the $100,000 psychological resistance, which now represents the key threshold required to resume a sustained uptrend.

Price has since reversed and trades in the mid-$80,000 region, with sellers driving it toward a critical support band around $81,000.

The RSI has dropped into the mid-30s, indicating growing bearish pressure, but approaches levels where downside momentum typically begins slowing.

Source: TradingViewIf the $81,000 support maintains, the chart favors a short-term relief rally toward the $90,000–$95,000 region, with a larger move back toward $100,000 only probable if buyers reclaim that level on strong volume.

However, a decisive weekly close below $81,000 would bring the final bull-market structure support near $76,000 into focus, and losing that level would significantly increase the risk of a deeper corrective phase.

Pepenode Offers Investors 553% APY Ahead of 2026 Bull RunIf Bitcoin finally breaks the $100,000 level and starts climbing again, meme coins like Pepenode (PEPENODE) could see another explosive rally.

Pepenode is a new crypto project that’s already raised over $2.3million despite tough market conditions.

It’s a game where you can mine coins without needing expensive hardware setups.

You play the game in your web browser, set up virtual mining rigs, and upgrade your facilities to earn PEPENODE tokens.

The project is copying PEPE’s success strategy, which surged over 1,000x during the 2023-24 run when Bitcoin entered “up only” mode.

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XRP has hovered around the $2 level for days, bouncing off support multiple times but lacking the strength to push through the latest wave of selling pressure.Still, historical patterns support a bullish XRP price prediction, and here's why.

TL;DR

Bitcoin falls toward $86,159.11, down ‑2.43% in the last 24 hours, as the Coinbase Premium Index turns negative, showing weakening U.S. demand.
The decline highlights a divergence between domestic traders and the broader market, while offshore markets continue absorbing liquidity.
Futures data indicate that some traders are unwinding positions, signaling caution in short-term Bitcoin activity, though strategic holders remain active.

U.S. traders have pulled back from Bitcoin as prices slide below $90K, reflecting lower domestic participation amid growing volatility. On Monday, BTC extended its decline into the mid‑$80K range, with the Coinbase Premium Index dropping below zero. This metric, which compares Coinbase prices with offshore exchanges such as Binance, signals that U.S. buyers are less active or selling into strength, potentially limiting short-term upside.

Coinbase Premium Index Highlights Weakening U.S. Appetite
When positive, the Coinbase Premium usually reflects strong buying pressure from U.S. institutions and high-net-worth traders. Over the past two weeks, however, the index has stayed negative, aligning with periods of broader downside momentum. Historical trends show that sustained negative readings often accompany lower BTC prices, and the current negative premium coincides with a weakened price structure, increasing its significance.

Bitcoin is trading near $86,159.11, following a pattern of lower lows that began in late October. Momentum indicators remain bearish, with the daily RSI hovering near oversold territory, while the Choppiness Index, which measures volatility contraction, is above 60. Such readings suggest that a larger directional move may be approaching, and given weakening U.S. demand, that move could lean to the downside.

Futures Positioning Echoes Market Caution
Open interest on major exchanges remains elevated, but Coinglass data shows a steady unwinding of futures positions since late November. Bitcoin’s attempts to reclaim $92,000 have repeatedly failed, and this combination of falling open interest, negative U.S. premium, and declining spot prices points to traders exiting rather than adding exposure.

If the current trend continues, Bitcoin may revisit the $82K–$84K liquidity zone, which has historically acted as both support and a target for liquidations. A reversal in the Coinbase Premium Index would be an early sign of renewed U.S. buying, but for now, demand remains subdued.

In conclusion, Bitcoin’s short-term outlook faces pressure as U.S. trader participation weakens. While volatility compresses and price structure deteriorates, strategic holders and offshore buyers continue to provide some stability, leaving the market poised for a potential move toward the $82K–$84K range unless sentiment improves.

Ethereum (ETH) is currently consolidating in a tight range following its recent selloff, demonstrating resilience by holding above key support zones. However, the price remains firmly capped by a descending trendline and structural resistance around the $3,400 level. While buyers defend the vital $2,905 low, the trend remains sideways until ETH can achieve a decisive close above the descending resistance to initiate the next major rally.

ETH Attempts To Stabilize After The Selloff
According to a daily update from CyrilXBT, Ethereum is attempting to form a base following its recent selloff, but the price remains capped below the 50-day EMA around $3,281. This level continues to act as a key barrier, keeping ETH from confirming a stronger recovery for now.

At the time of the update, ETH was trading near $3,131. On the downside, initial support sits around $3,050, while a broader demand zone between $2,750 and $2,900 remains the more significant area where buyers are expected to step in if selling pressure returns. On the upside, resistance is concentrated between $3,280 and $3,300, aligning closely with the 50-day EMA, which represents a clear “prove-it” level.

Source: Chart from CyrilXBT on X
Looking ahead, a clean break and sustained hold above $3,300 could open the door for a move back toward the $3,500 area and beyond. However, failure to reclaim this resistance would likely lead to choppy price action, with a possible retest of the $3,000 level and even a revisit of the $2,800 zone.

Ethereum Trades Below Descending Trendline Resistance
Crypto analyst Kamile Uray revealed that ETH is currently confined, moving persistently under a blue descending trendline. This trendline is acting as a significant diagonal resistance barrier, limiting the extent of ETH’s bullish bounces and keeping the short-term pressure tilted downward.

Despite this overhead resistance, the analyst identified a critical support structure. Uray noted that the possibility of the upward movement continuing remains valid as long as the price stays above the rising black trendline and above the low established at $2,905. This confluence of support is crucial for maintaining the market’s current bullish bias.

If the blue descending trendline resistance is decisively broken, the subsequent rally is expected to target a series of higher resistance levels: $3,661, then $3,878, and finally $4,292. Kamile Uray synthesized the condition for the breakout, stating that the descending trendline will approximately be broken if ETH manages to achieve a daily close above the $3,400 level. Meanwhile, the key condition for expecting a continued upward movement is a close above $3,400 combined with the price successfully avoiding a close below the critical $2,905 low.

ETH trading at $3,156 on the 1D chart | Source: ETHUSDT on Tradingview.com
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The company behind the PYUSD stablecoin said it wants to offer business lending and interest-bearing savings accounts. Dec 16, 2025, 12:00 a.m.

Payments company PayPal (PYPL) applied for a Utah industrial bank license, it said Monday, with the goal of creating a lending arm called PayPal Bank.

The company, which also operates the PYUSD stablecoin through a partnership with Paxos, said in a press release it intends to "provide business lending solutions" to small businesses and interest-bearing savings accounts to other customers. It also intends to work with credit card networks.

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PayPal also applied for deposit insurance through the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.

In a statement, PayPal CEO and President Alex Chriss said, "securing capital remains a significant hurdle for small businesses striving to grow and scale."

"Establishing PayPal Bank will strengthen our business and improve our efficiency, enabling us to better support small business growth and economic opportunities across the U.S.," he said.

Utah industrial banks are subject to "the same regulatory and supervisory oversight as commerical banks," but their activities "are not as restricted," according to the Utah Department of Financial Institutions website, with these types of institutions not beholden to the Bank Holding Company Act which regulates federal banks and prevents monopolization.

While PayPal's statement on Monday did not touch on its crypto-specific activities, PayPal has recently grown its foray into crypto, adding wallet-to-wallet crypto transfer functionality earlier this year and allowing its users to create personalized links for sending or requesting funds via crypto.

It's also launched a Pay with Crypto feature for merchant services, acting as an intermediary to let merchants accept cryptocurrencies as payment.

Monday's application comes on the heels of the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, a federal bank regulator, granting five different crypto firms initial trust charters, including stablecoin issuers Circle and Paxos, Ripple, BitGo and Fidelity Digital Assets.

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Trump expressed willingness to consider a pardon for Samourai Wallet developer Keonne Rodriguez.
The case highlights tensions between privacy-focused crypto development and government prosecution.

President Trump said on Monday that he would review the case of Keonne Rodriguez, co-founder of the Samourai Bitcoin wallet, who was sentenced to five years in prison last month for conspiracy to operate an unlicensed money transmitting business.

Trump was asked by Decrypt during an afternoon event in the Oval Office about the possibility of granting clemency to Rodriguez. He said he was aware of the matter and would look into it.

Rodriguez and William Hill, who also co-founded Samourai Wallet, were taken into custody last April on allegations of money laundering conspiracy and running an unlicensed money-transmitting business.

Rodriguez admitted to processing over $2 billion in obscure Bitcoin transactions, some tied to dark web markets, and is set to begin serving his sentence on Friday. Meanwhile, Hill received a four-year sentence.

Critics argue the prosecution threatens the future of privacy-focused crypto development.

Members of the crypto community hope Rodriguez’s potential pardon could inspire a similar outcome for Roman Storm, co-founder of Tornado Cash, who was convicted in August of running an unlicensed money-transmitting business.

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TL;DR

The integration of CoWSwap into the Aave interface diverted swap fees away from the DAO Treasury.
Delegates and critics allege that front-end monetization should benefit the DAO.
Aave Labs defends the separation between the protocol (controlled by the DAO) and the interface (managed by Labs).

The question of “Who controls and who benefits financially from the protocol’s interface?” is being debated internally within the Aave DAO in recent hours. The controversy arose after Aave Labs integrated the decentralized exchange aggregator CoWSwap into app.aave.com, replacing the previous Paraswap routing.

Although Aave Labs assured that the change would enhance the user experience, delegates, such as EzR3aL from Orbit, pointed out that swap fees were no longer flowing to the Aave DAO treasury. Through an open letter, EzR3aL claimed that the integration introduced front-end fees of 15 to 25 basis points that accumulate for an external recipient, potentially amounting to millions of dollars annually in Ether.

The Tension between Protocol and Product in DeFi Governance
At the heart of the controversy is a distinction that Aave Labs insists has always existed: the difference between the protocol and the product. In an official reply published on the forum, Aave Labs defended that the interface is operated, funded, and maintained independently from the protocol that is governed by the DAO.

Under this model, the DAO controls the on-chain parameters and protocol-level fees, while Labs retains discretion over optional, application-level features, such as interface monetization. The firm emphasized that any monetization applies only to “accessory features,” thus preserving protocol neutrality.

However, critics allege that the practical reality is different. Marc Zeller of the Aave Chan Initiative (ACI) asserted that there was a long-standing expectation that monetization tied to the aave.com front-end, including the swap surplus, would benefit the DAO, given that the brand, governance legitimacy, and much of the underlying development were funded by tokenholders.

The controversy deepened with the allegation that CoWSwap solvers are bypassing Aave’s flash loan infrastructure, further reducing DAO revenue.

In summary, Aave Labs committed to distinguishing more clearly between the economic decisions governed by the protocol and the independently funded product decisions, while the protocol prepares for its upcoming V4 update, which is crucial for Aave Labs interface fees DAO.

Bitcoin risks a further drop toward the $70,000 area if the Bank of Japan follows through with an expected interest-rate rise on Dec. 19, analysts focused on macro forces warned.

According to multiple macro-focused voices, the move could sap global liquidity and put fresh downward pressure on risk assets, with some traders already bracing for a sharp pullback.

Japan’s policy shift matters because higher rates tend to strengthen the yen and raise the cost of borrowing. When that happens, traders who previously borrowed cheaply in yen to invest elsewhere are often forced to unwind those positions.

That process can pull money out of global markets in a short period of time, and Bitcoin has often felt that impact as investors cut exposure during risk-off stretches.

BOJ Tightening Drains Global Liquidity
According to AndrewBTC, every BOJ hike since 2024 has coincided with Bitcoin drawdowns of more than 20%. Based on reports, the analyst pointed to declines of roughly 23% in March 2024, 26% in July 2024, and 31% in January 2025.

🚨 BREAKING: JAPAN WILL CRASH $BTC

Bank of Japan is set to hike rates +25 bps on Dec 19. Japan = largest holder of US government debt 🇯🇵

📉 Look at the $BTC chart:

Every BoJ rate hike → Bitcoin dumps over 20%+👇

• March 2024 → -23%

• July 2024 → -26%

• January 2025 →… pic.twitter.com/grN3QRNUg4

— AndrewBTC (@cryptoctlt) December 13, 2025

Traders are not only watching central bank calendars. Bitcoin’s daily chart also flashed a classic bear flag formation after a steep fall from the $105,000–$110,000 area in November.

Market Positioning Widens Ahead Of Key Data
Bitcoin slipped below $90,000 in thin trading on Sunday, a move that traders took as a cautionary sign rather than a definitive trigger. Based on reports, Ether held up better than many altcoins, suggesting selective risk taking in the market.

Bitcoin is now trading at $89,708. Chart: TradingView
Traders are positioning before a busy slate of US data and central bank events that could sway flows. Analyst EX bluntly warned BTC will collapse “below $70,000” under the stated macro conditions, a stark forecast that highlights how crowded bets can amplify moves when liquidity is pulled.

EVERY TIME JAPAN HIKES RATES, BITCOIN DUMPS 20–25%

NEXT WEEK, THEY WILL HIKE RATES TO 75 BPS AGAIN.

IF THE PATTERN HOLDS, $BTC WILL DUMP BELOW $70,000 ON DECEMBER 19.

POSITION ACCORDINGLY. pic.twitter.com/IWU8JbXjn3

— ΞX (@rektbyEX) December 13, 2025

What This Means For Investors
The story tying BOJ policy to Bitcoin’s swings is simple in outline: when funding costs in Japan rise, global borrowing becomes pricier, and risk assets can be sold as positions are reduced.

That dynamic helps explain why past BOJ moves lined up with 20-30% declines in Bitcoin. Still, markets often try to price events ahead of time; a hike that’s already built into prices may have a smaller effect than one that comes as a surprise.

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Bitcoin (BTC) and the crypto market enter the week facing a series of events that could shape short-term price action. Key macroeconomic data, policy signals, and sector-specific developments are set to test market sentiment and influence volatility across major digital assets. Traders and investors are closely watching how these events unfold, as shifting expectations around inflation and liquidity could determine whether the market recovers or extends its downside pressure. 

Bitcoin and the broader crypto market face a pivotal week, with several high-impact economic events lining up just days before Christmas. With year-end liquidity thinning and the recent market downturn, price reactions to macro developments could be more volatile than usual.

The period from December 16 to 19 features key US economic data releases alongside global policy decisions that directly influence risk sentiment. Cryptocurrencies remain highly sensitive to shifts in interest rate expectations and dollar liquidity, making this week decisive for Bitcoin’s near-term direction.

On December 16, October retail sales data and the November US Jobs Report are scheduled for release. These data provide insight into consumer strength and labor market conditions, both of which influence the extent to which monetary policy may remain restrictive. Usually, stronger retail spending or job growth could reinforce expectations that interest rates stay higher for longer. This risk scenario often pressures Bitcoin and other crypto assets as tighter financial conditions tend to reduce speculative capital flows. 

Next are the November Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation data and the December Philly Fed Manufacturing Index, due on December 18. Notably, inflation remains one of the most influential drivers for crypto markets. If inflation comes in stronger than expected, the US dollar could strengthen, weighing on Bitcoin prices. Conversely, softer inflation data may support risk assets by improving the outlook for Quantitative Easing (QE). 

December 19 will see the release of several key economic reports, including the National Core CPI year over year, November existing home sales, the revised UoM consumer sentiment, and inflation expectations. National Core CPI is especially important as it is the primary measure of underlying inflation and often triggers market volatility. 

US FED And Japan Monetary Policy Events 
At the December 18-19 monetary policy meeting, the Bank of Japan (BOJ) is expected to announce its interest rate decision, which could affect global liquidity conditions. In a recent speech, Governor Kazuo Ueda stated that the BOJ was weighing the advantages and drawbacks of raising interest rates from 0.5% to 0.75%. If a spike occurs, it could affect risk markets, including cryptocurrency.

In addition, five US Federal Reserve speaker events are scheduled this week. Their comments and insights could quickly reshape crypto market expectations. Last week, the FED cut rates by 25 basis points at its final 2025 FOMC meeting, bringing the new US interest rate to 3.50-3.75%. This rate cut triggered a surprising sell off, underscoring significant impact on Bitcoin and the broader crypto market. 

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BitMine Immersion Technologies Inc. has strengthened its position in the digital asset space, purchasing over 102,000 Ethereum, as co-founder Tom Lee argues that the company’s long-term strategy remains solid despite market volatility.

Summary

The purchase brings BitMine’s Ethereum holdings to approximately 3.97 million ETH, valued at $12.2 billion, placing the company on track to meet its goal of acquiring 5% of the Ethereum network’s total supply.
Lee, also the chair of BitMine, expressed confidence in the digital asset market, citing upcoming regulatory developments and his belief in the long-term potential of AI and blockchain technologies.
As the company expands its crypto treasury, it’s also preparing to launch a proprietary Ethereum staking network in 2026. Alongside these moves, BitMine’s stock has soared, averaging $1.9 billion in daily volume as it continues to grow its presence in the crypto and AI sectors.

BitMine’s total ETH holdings is currently 3.97 million ETH.

At current prices, this brings the company’s Ethereum assets to a value of around $12.2 billion. With the latest purchase, BitMine now controls more than 3.2% of Ethereum’s total supply, placing it on track to meet its goal of owning 5% of the network’s tokens.

Ethereum treasury becomes core strategy
The company’s growing Ethereum treasury has made BitMine the largest holder of ETH among public companies, second only to Michael Saylor’s MicroStrategy (NASDAQ: MSTR) when it comes to crypto reserves globally.

BitMine’s move to accumulate Ethereum marks a significant shift toward treating the cryptocurrency as a cornerstone of its corporate strategy.

Alongside this, BitMine is also advancing its “Made in America Validator Network,” a proprietary Ethereum staking infrastructure slated for launch in early 2026. This development further underscores the company’s commitment to becoming a central player in the Ethereum ecosystem.

In a recent appearance on the Prof G Podcast, Lee, co-founder of Fundstrat Global Advisors and chairman of BitMine, shared his bullish outlook on both artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain technologies.

Lee explained that regulatory developments in 2025, including the GENIUS Act and the SEC’s Project Crypto initiative, have given BitMine greater conviction in the future of digital assets.

Lee also defended the high valuations of AI companies, arguing that the current wave of “absurd” valuations is typical for industries in their exponential growth phase. He compared today’s AI boom to the internet buildout of the late 1990s, noting that while many individual stocks failed, a diversified approach to the internet sector ultimately delivered strong returns.

The long-term value in transformative technologies often emerges later in their adoption cycles, Lee remarked, suggesting that the AI sector will see similar outcomes.

Lee’s confidence extends to both Ethereum and Bitcoin. At the recent Binance Blockchain Conference in Dubai, Lee projected that Ethereum could reach $20,000 per coin in the coming years, citing anticipated growth in asset tokenization and the expansion of Ethereum’s use case beyond digital currency.

Lee also weighed in on Bitcoin’s price trajectory, stating that the traditional four-year cycle for Bitcoin has ended. He predicted that Bitcoin would establish new price highs by early 2026, driven by broader market adoption and its growing role in the global financial system. In the short term, Lee expects Bitcoin’s performance to mirror that of the S&P 500 before it reaches a major price peak.

Growing crypto exposure and stock market activity
BitMine’s increasing crypto exposure has been met with strong market activity. As of December 14, the company trades an average of roughly $1.9 billion in daily dollar volume, placing it among the 50 most actively traded U.S. equities.

This growing interest from investors aligns with BitMine’s ongoing Ethereum accumulation strategy, which is expected to continue through capital markets and treasury deployment.

Additionally, BitMine holds other strategic investments in the cryptocurrency space, including 193 BTC and a $38 million stake in Eightco Holdings. The company’s total crypto, cash, and strategic investments now total nearly $13.3 billion, with $1 billion held in cash reserves. This diversified asset base positions BitMine to weather market fluctuations while continuing to scale its operations and Ethereum accumulation.

What’s next
BitMine plans to host its annual shareholder meeting in Las Vegas on January 15, 2026. As it continues to scale its Ethereum strategy, the company will outline its roadmap for further acquisitions, staking projects, and blockchain advancements.

Amgen (AMGN - Free Report) closed at $325.31 in the latest trading session, marking a +2.38% move from the prior day. This change outpaced the S&P 500's 0.16% loss on the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a drop of 0.09%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw a decrease of 0.59%.

The world's largest biotech drugmaker's shares have seen a decrease of 5.64% over the last month, not keeping up with the Medical sector's gain of 1.12% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.21%.

Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Amgen in its upcoming release. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be $4.74, reflecting a 10.73% decrease from the same quarter last year. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $9.47 billion, indicating a 4.18% growth compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year.

AMGN's full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates are calling for earnings of $21.28 per share and revenue of $36.35 billion. These results would represent year-over-year changes of +7.26% and +8.76%, respectively.

It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Amgen. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. Hence, positive alterations in estimates signify analyst optimism regarding the business and profitability.

Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. To exploit this, we've formed the Zacks Rank, a quantitative model that includes these estimate changes and presents a viable rating system.

The Zacks Rank system, ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), possesses a remarkable history of outdoing, externally audited, with #1 stocks returning an average annual gain of +25% since 1988. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection has moved 0.24% higher. Right now, Amgen possesses a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).

Investors should also note Amgen's current valuation metrics, including its Forward P/E ratio of 14.93. This valuation marks a discount compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 18.17.

Investors should also note that AMGN has a PEG ratio of 2.87 right now. Comparable to the widely accepted P/E ratio, the PEG ratio also accounts for the company's projected earnings growth. The Medical - Biomedical and Genetics industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.66 as trading concluded yesterday.

The Medical - Biomedical and Genetics industry is part of the Medical sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 87, positioning it in the top 36% of all 250+ industries.

The Zacks Industry Rank assesses the vigor of our specific industry groups by computing the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks incorporated in the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

Ensure to harness Zacks.com to stay updated with all these stock-shifting metrics, among others, in the next trading sessions.

Abbott (ABT - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $128.47, demonstrating a +2.4% change from the preceding day's closing price. This change outpaced the S&P 500's 0.16% loss on the day. On the other hand, the Dow registered a loss of 0.09%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq decreased by 0.59%.

Shares of the maker of infant formula, medical devices and drugs witnessed a loss of 3.93% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Medical sector with its gain of 1.12%, and the S&P 500's loss of 0.21%.

Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Abbott in its upcoming release. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $1.5, signifying a 11.94% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $11.79 billion, indicating a 7.48% growth compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year.

For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $5.15 per share and a revenue of $44.6 billion, representing changes of +10.28% and +6.33%, respectively, from the prior year.

Investors should also take note of any recent adjustments to analyst estimates for Abbott. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the business operations and its ability to generate profits.

Our research shows that these estimate changes are directly correlated with near-term stock prices. To take advantage of this, we've established the Zacks Rank, an exclusive model that considers these estimated changes and delivers an operational rating system.

Ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), the Zacks Rank system has a proven, outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks returning an average of +25% annually since 1988. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection has moved 0% lower. At present, Abbott boasts a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).

In terms of valuation, Abbott is currently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 24.37. This denotes a premium relative to the industry average Forward P/E of 19.3.

Investors should also note that ABT has a PEG ratio of 2.29 right now. This popular metric is similar to the widely-known P/E ratio, with the difference being that the PEG ratio also takes into account the company's expected earnings growth rate. Medical - Products stocks are, on average, holding a PEG ratio of 1.92 based on yesterday's closing prices.

The Medical - Products industry is part of the Medical sector. This industry, currently bearing a Zacks Industry Rank of 165, finds itself in the bottom 34% echelons of all 250+ industries.

The Zacks Industry Rank gauges the strength of our industry groups by measuring the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

Don't forget to use Zacks.com to keep track of all these stock-moving metrics, and others, in the upcoming trading sessions.

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CNBC's Jim Cramer reviewed recent market action and made the case for Procter & Gamble. He drew a distinction between companies like the consumer giant, which makes use of new technology, and tech hyperscalers that spend billions on artificial intelligence to compete with each other.

"My favorite tech stocks right now are the business-to-business users of technology," he said. "I think these companies will increasingly be given a chance to buy amazing tech that will help them cut costs and bring new products to market much faster than ever, and that we never even knew we needed."

Procter & Gamble owns many well-known household and hygiene brands including Pampers, Crest, Olay, Gillette, Dawn, Febreze and Mr. Clean. The company has used AI to improve its supply chain and design factories more efficiently, Cramer said, suggesting the outfit has saved millions.

Cramer dubbed Procter & Gamble a buy at these levels, saying "in this whacky market, you want those who use the technology, not those who make it." The stock is down more than 13% for the year, it trades at 20 times earnings, and its dividend has a 2.91% yield.

Cramer said he's not arguing for investors to abandon tech stocks all together, but he emphasized that he's less enthusiastic about the group because of the growing competition and enormous spending. He said the Magnificent Seven — Nvidia, Microsoft, Meta, Apple, Alphabet, Amazon and Tesla — have had huge runs but are now pulling back because "their future prospects are so darned murky."

"These big tech stocks can't advance unless they can rein in their spending," he said. "But I just don't know how they can."

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South Korea-based ADEL said late on Monday that it has entered a $1.04 billion partnership with French drugmaker Sanofi to develop and sell the biotech company's experimental Alzheimer's disease treatment.

December 15, 2025 19:00 ET

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Carbon Streaming Corporation

TORONTO, Dec. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Carbon Streaming Corporation (Cboe CA: NETZ) (OTCQB: OFSTF) (FSE: M2Q) (“Carbon Streaming” or the “Company”) today announce amendments to the terms of the carbon credit streaming agreement (the "Azuero Reforestation Stream”) with Azuero Reforestación Colectiva, S.A. (“ARC”), a wholly owned subsidiary of leading project developer Ponterra Ltd. (“Ponterra”), Microsoft Corporation (“Microsoft”) and Rubicon Carbon Capital LLC (“Rubicon”) for the ARC Restauro Azura project (the “Azuero Reforestation Project” or the “Project”) located in Panama.

Project amendments include the revision and refinement of the plan by the project.

Pursuant to the Amendment, Rubicon and Microsoft maintain ongoing funding obligations and Carbon Streaming has no ongoing funding obligations but maintains an option to participate in future funding moving forward. To date, the Company has paid an upfront deposit of US$1.2 million. The option, exercisable by Carbon Streaming on or before June 30, 2026 (the “First Election Period”) or on or before June 30, 2027 (the “Second Election Period”), would require Carbon Streaming to fund an additional US$4.6 million and US$3.8 million, respectively. Initial carbon credit issuance from the Project is expected in 2029 and is expected to continue through to 2052

If the Company does not exercise its option, the Project is expected to restore a minimum of 7,500 hectares (previously 10,000 hectares) of degraded tropical forest on the Azuero Peninsula in Panama that has been converted to low-density cattle ranchland over the last century and is expected to remove 2.32 million tonnes (previously 3.24 million tonnes) of carbon dioxide equivalent (“tCO2e”) and generate an equivalent number of carbon credits under Verra’s Afforestation, Reforestation & Revegetation (ARR) methodology (VM0047). The Company would expect to receive approximately 54,000 carbon credits (approximately 2.3% of the total credits) through 2052 (previously approximately 438,000 carbon credits (approximately 13.5% of total credits).

If the Company exercises its option at the First Election Period, the Project is expected to restore a minimum of 9,539 hectares and is expected to remove 2.94 million tonnes of tCO2e and generate an equivalent number of carbon credits, with the Company expected to receive 357,000 carbon credits (12.1% of the total credits) through 2052.

If the Company exercises its option at the Second Election Period the Project is expected to restore a minimum of 9,050 hectares and is expected to remove 2.79 million tonnes of tCO2e and generate an equivalent number of carbon credits with the Company expected to receive approximately 295,000 carbon credits (10.6% of the total credits) through 2052.

The offtake between Microsoft and the Company to purchase 100% of carbon credits that Carbon Streaming receives from the Project through 2040 will remain in place.

Marin Katusa, CEO stated, “Carbon Streaming would like to thank all parties involved in moving the Azuero Project forward towards success. We believe in the Project and the developer team and look forward to the milestone successes of the Project being achieved. Carbon Streaming currently has C$53.7 million in cash, no debt and 48.5 million shares outstanding.”

About Carbon Streaming

Carbon Streaming’s focus is on projects that generate high-quality carbon credits and have a positive impact on the environment, local communities, and biodiversity, in addition to their carbon reduction or removal potential.

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This news release contains certain forward-looking statements and forward-looking information (collectively, “forward-looking information”) within the meaning of applicable securities laws. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, that address activities, events or developments that the Company believes, expects or anticipates will or may occur in the future, are forward-looking information, including, without limitation, statements regarding the timing and the amount of future carbon credit generation and tCO2e removals from the Project; registration, timing and the amount of future carbon credit issuances from the Project; expected use of proceeds from stream agreements; the impacts of the Project on the surrounding ecosystem and other expected co-benefits; the timing and the expected cash flow to Carbon Streaming from carbon credit sales (including the offtake); timing to meet additional payment milestones; expectations regarding the number of landholders; expectations on the Company’s investment model to be used in the future; and statements with respect to execution of the Company’s portfolio.

When used in this news release, words such as “estimates”, “expects”, “plans”, “anticipates”, “will”, “believes”, “intends” “should”, “could”, “may” and other similar terminology are intended to identify such forward-looking information. This forward-looking information is based on the current expectations or beliefs of the Company based on information currently available to the Company. Forward-looking information is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results of the Company to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking information, and even if such actual results are realized or substantially realized, there can be no assurance that they will have the expected consequences to, or effects on, the Company. They should not be read as a guarantee of future performance or results, and will not necessarily be an accurate indication of whether or not such results will be achieved. Factors that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from current expectations include, among other things: general economic, market and business conditions and global financial conditions, including fluctuations in interest rates, foreign exchange rates and stock market volatility; volatility in prices of carbon credits and demand for carbon credits; change in social or political views towards climate change, carbon credits and environmental, social and governance initiatives and subsequent changes in corporate or government policies or regulations and associated changes in demand for carbon credits; the Company’s expectations and plans with respect to current litigation, arbitration and regulatory proceedings; limited operating history for the Company’s current strategy; concentration risk; inaccurate estimates of project value, which may impact the ability of the Company to execute on its growth and diversification strategy; dependence upon key management; impact of corporate restructurings; the inability of the Company to optimize cash flows or sufficiently reduce operating expenses; reputational risk; risks arising from competition and future acquisition activities failure or timing delays for projects to be registered, validated and ultimately developed and for emission reductions or removals to be verified and carbon credits issued (and other risks associated with carbon credits standards and registries); foreign operations and political risks including actions by governmental authorities, including changes in or to government regulation, taxation and carbon pricing initiatives; uncertainties and ongoing market developments surrounding the validation and verification requirements of the voluntary and/or compliance markets; due diligence risks, including failure of third parties’ reviews, reports and projections to be accurate; dependence on project partners, operators and owners, including failure by such counterparties to make payments or perform their operational or other obligations to the Company in compliance with the terms of contractual arrangements between the Company and such counterparties; failure of projects to generate carbon credits, or natural disasters such as flood or fire which could have a material adverse effect on the ability of any project to generate carbon credits; volatility in the market price of the Company’s common shares or warrants; the effect that the issuance of additional securities by the Company could have on the market price of the Company’s common shares or warrants; global health crises, such as pandemics and epidemics; and the other risks disclosed under the heading “Risk Factors” and elsewhere in the Company’s Annual Information Form dated as of March 31, 2025 filed on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.

Any forward-looking information speaks only as of the date of this news release. Although the Company believes that the assumptions inherent in the forward-looking information are reasonable, forward-looking information is not a guarantee of future performance and accordingly undue reliance should not be put on such statements due to the inherent uncertainty therein. Except as may be required by applicable securities laws, the Company disclaims any intent or obligation to update any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise.

A formidable force is encroaching on the home listing leader's turf.

Shares of Zillow Group (ZG 7.90%) (Z 8.52%) fell on Monday following reports that Alphabet was entering the online real estate arena.

By the close of trading, Zillow's stock price was down roughly 8% after falling nearly 13% earlier in the day.

Image source: Getty Images.

A new competitive threat
Google is reportedly adding home sale listings directly to its search results in select markets.

The tech titan appears to be testing demand for the new features, which include property details and the ability to contact a real estate agent and request home tours.

These services also happen to be some of the key features of Zillow's digital property platform.

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Near-term concerns, long-term worries
The short-term impact on Zillow's business is likely to be muted, as most of its web traffic is direct rather than search-derived.

Yet therein lies Zillow's dilemma.

If Google rolls out its new real estate informational services to more markets and people get used to seeing this data in their search results, they may have less incentive to visit Zillow's sites.

And if Zillow is forced to pay ad fees to show its listings in Google's search results, its marketing costs could skyrocket.

Neither option is appealing to Zillow's investors, and many of them decided to sell their shares today.

Joe Tenebruso has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Alphabet and Zillow Group. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.