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, /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International announces with deep sadness the passing of Donna Rae Garff Marriott, a woman of grace, faith, and unwavering devotion to family. Mrs. Marriott passed away peacefully on December 30, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. She and J.W. "Bill" Marriott, Jr., Chairman Emeritus of Marriott International, recently celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary.

Donna Marriott (1935 - 2025)

Born June 10, 1935, in Evanston, Illinois, Donna grew up in Salt Lake City, Utah, where she developed a love for music and dance and attended the University of Utah. In 1955, she married Bill Marriott, beginning a life centered on family, faith, and service – a life that would touch countless others through her warmth and generosity.

Donna was known for creating a home filled with love and tradition. She devoted herself to raising four children – Debbie, Stephen, John, and David – instilling values of kindness, patience, and integrity. She drove carpools, cheered at sporting events, and made sure family dinners were a nightly ritual. Holidays were her special joy, marked by gatherings that brought together children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and by her handmade needlepoint stockings and ornaments that became treasured family keepsakes.

"I first met the girl of my dreams sitting on a bench at a bus stop at the University of Utah," said Bill Marriott. "She has blessed my life and the lives our children and grandchildren for over 70 years. It has been a joyful marriage and partnership. I will dearly miss her. I love her with all of my heart."

Faith was a cornerstone of Donna's life. A dedicated member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she served in leadership roles including Primary President and Relief Society Counselor. Her commitment to service extended beyond the church; for many years, she chaired the American Heart Association's Heart Luncheon in Washington, D.C., one of the organization's largest fundraisers.

"Donna's kindness and devotion touched everyone who knew her," said Anthony Capuano, President and Chief Executive Officer, Marriott International. "She exemplified grace and strength, and her love for family was evident in everything she did. Our hearts are with Mr. Marriott, David, Debbie, John, and the entire Marriott family as they navigate this profound loss."

Donna Marriott is survived by her husband, Bill; children Debbie and her husband, Ron; John and his wife, Muriel; David and his wife, Carrie; daughters-in-law Juliana Marriott and Angela Marriott.  She is also survived by 15 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, sisters Joanne (Ray Hart) and Linda (Michael Rutter); sister-in-law Suzanne Cooper; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Dick and Nancy Marriott; and many extended family members. She was preceded in death by her son, Stephen; her father, Royal Garff; her mother, Marba; Royal's second wife, Maxine, who lovingly helped raise the Garff children; and her brother, Dennis Garff. Donna's obituary can be found here.

A private memorial service will be held for family and close friends. In lieu of flowers, the Marriott family requests contributions be made to the American Heart Association of Greater Washington DC Region.

ABOUT MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL
Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of over 9,700 properties across more than 30 leading brands in 143 countries and territories, as of September 30, 2025. Marriott operates, franchises, and licenses hotel, residential, timeshare, and other lodging properties all around the world. The company offers Marriott Bonvoy®, its highly awarded travel platform. For more information, please visit our website at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com. In addition, connect with us on Facebook and @MarriottIntl on X and Instagram.

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Wallets tied to the TRUMP memecoin deployer have transferred approximately $94 million in USDC to Coinbase over the past three weeks, according to on‑chain analytics flagged by blockchain observers.

On‑chain data indicates the USDC funds were generated through a DeFi strategy known as single‑sided liquidity provision on the Solana‑based decentralised exchange Meteora.

In this approach, only TRUMP tokens, rather than paired assets like USDC, are supplied to a liquidity pool.

As market activity occurs within a set price range, the automated market maker gradually converts those tokens into USDC, which is then routed to Coinbase.

This mechanism has also been observed in the handling of MELANIA, another meme token linked to the same team, suggesting a coordinated trading pattern rather than isolated trades.

Analysts note that converting tokens to stablecoins before depositing them on centralised exchanges may be a tactical way to unwind positions without directly selling large amounts into spot markets.

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The TRUMP token, which trades on major exchanges including Coinbase, Binance, OKX, Bybit, Robinhood, and Kraken, has experienced significant inflows from team‑linked addresses throughout 2025.

Recent records show past deposits to Binance of over 3.5 million tokens, worth around $33 million, while earlier transfers across multiple venues exceeded 12.5 million tokens, with an estimated value near $150 million.

These movements have reignited concerns among traders that ongoing selling pressure and liquidity extraction could continue to weigh on the token’s price.

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The TRUMP memecoin was launched in January 2025 on the Solana blockchain and quickly became one of the largest meme coins by market capitalisation, though it has since experienced dramatic price swings and volatility.

At press time, TRUMP was trading at around $4.95, down 93% from its January 2025 peak near $73 and roughly 14 % lower over the prior 30 days.

But despite slowing trading activity and price volatility, the TRUMP project has recently announced promotional initiatives, including a $1 million game campaign designed to spark renewed interest among users.

However, market sentiment within the crypto community remains divided, with critics pointing to frequent large deposits into exchanges, unclear liquidity mechanisms, and heavy deployer control as ongoing risks for holders.

While the short-term price prediction for the memecoin remains extremely bearish based on technical price analysis, where a majority of technical indicators are showing bearish signals, a break above $4.98 could see TRUMP rise to the next resistance level at $6.64 or even to $8.36.

As 2026 kicks off, eyes will be on how the large exchange deposits will be used.

In case of sell-offs, the memecoin coin could carry on with its current bear trend that could see it drop to its all-time low of $4.29 set in January 2025.

On the other hand, if it is just accumulation, it could instill confidence in the memecoin, drawing more trading activity, which could in turn boost the coin’s price higher.

While Ethereum (ETH) price action in December has shown a narrowing range around the $3,000 level, appearing poised for a potential breakout, on-chain data has recorded unusual signals.

What are these signals, and do they carry positive or negative implications for the ETH price?

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Ethereum Transaction Count Surges Sharply in DecemberCryptoQuant data shows that in the final days of December, the number of transactions on the Ethereum network spiked sharply. Daily transactions exceeded 2.1 million. This marked the highest level recorded since 2023.

Etherscan data shows that this is also a record number for the past decade.

Ethereum Transaction Count (Total). Source: CryptoQuantNotably, this surge occurred despite ETH correcting heavily from above $4,500 to around $2,900. The data highlights a clear divergence between price action and on-chain usage.

The spike may also reflect large-scale ETH circulation. It suggests that holders could be preparing for a specific strategy.

“Ethereum just processed 2,230,801 transactions in a single day, the highest in its 10-year history. Fees were under $0.01. Finality stayed stable. No congestion. No drama. After years of scaling work, usage is moving back to L1. Performance brings users home,” investor BMNR Bullz commented.

Analysis from a CryptoQuant author suggests that such spikes signal panic selling when they appear during downtrends. However, when supported by positive fundamentals, they reflect growth potential for ETH.

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If the signal is neutral, it may still lean positive. Two additional indicators support this view.

First, the number of smart contracts deployed on Ethereum has reached a record high. In Q4 2025, more than 8.7 million new contracts were deployed. This marked the highest level ever recorded.

Contracts Deployed on Ethereum in Q4/2025. Source: Token TerminalThe figure significantly exceeded previous quarters, signaling strong ecosystem expansion. It also helps explain the rising demand for ETH transfers.

Developers increasingly use Ethereum as a settlement layer. Growth is driven by real-world asset tokenization (RWA), stablecoin activity, and the development of core infrastructure.

The second factor is the increase in ETH within the staking queue. On the final day of December, the validator entry queue continued to grow, with a total of 890,000 ETH queued. Bitmine’s ETH staking activity may have fueled this sharp rise.

Validator Queue (ETH). Source: Validator QueueThe increase in ETH entering the staking queue coincided with the period of unusually high network transfers. This timing further explains the observed surge.

Despite these positive on-chain signals, the ETH price remains stuck near the $3,000 level. Recent analysis from BeInCrypto suggests that ETH is forming a bearish setup, combined with selling pressure from US-based investors.

The crypto market is ending 2025 with supply management headlines on the stablecoin side, a seasonal tailwind argument for Bitcoin bulls, and a fresh ETF filing wave that keeps expanding the trad-fi on-ramp narrative into corners like privacy coins.

Lighter (LIT) is a decentralized perpetual futures exchange built on Ethereum Layer 2. After distributing 25% of its total supply through an airdrop, investors expect LIT’s market capitalization to continue rising.

Why do investors remain optimistic about Lighter’s potential, and what risks should be considered now? The following article examines these questions in detail.

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Lighter Valuation Surpasses Pump.fun And JupiterPreviously, Lighter raised $68 million at a valuation of $1.5 billion. Shortly after launch, Coinbase listed LIT with the LIGHTER-USD trading pair. The price currently fluctuates around $2.7–2.9, with a fully diluted valuation (FDV) of approximately $2.7 billion.

After the airdrop, the market observed significant activity from a whale investor. On-chain analytics account Lookonchain reported that at least three whale wallets deposited 9.98 million USDC into Lighter to purchase LIT.

A BeInCrypto report stated that large buyers are absorbing LIT supply. This behavior helps sustain buying pressure and support the price. It suggests that some investors believe in LIT’s upside potential, especially during its early price discovery phase.

Top Decentralized Exchange (DEX) Altcoin According to FDV. Source: CoinGeckoData from CoinGecko shows that, despite being newly launched, Lighter’s valuation has surpassed Pump.fun and Jupiter. Lighter now ranks fourth in the Decentralized Exchange (DEX) Coins sector, behind Hyperliquid, Aster, and Uniswap.

Investors believe Lighter’s FDV may not stop at $2.7 billion. They expect it could rise significantly higher.

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Investors Expect Lighter (LIT) Valuation to Match Aster or Even HyperliquidSeveral reasons support this belief.

First, in terms of attention, Lighter stands out clearly. Dexu AI reported that Lighter (LIT) currently holds the highest mindshare among perpetual derivatives protocols.

Today Lighter $LIT has the highest mindshare among perps protocols.

After Jupiter and Hyperliquid, it has the highest increase in number of smart followers.

Lighter has a strong community of maxis. Ranking 3rd after Hyperliquid and Aster.

Top 10 Maxis include@yh_0x,… pic.twitter.com/54X7KL5aqr

— Dexu AI (@_dexuai) December 30, 2025
After Jupiter and Hyperliquid, Lighter recorded strong growth in the number of “smart followers.” In addition, Lighter has a strong community of maxis. It ranks third, behind Hyperliquid and Aster.

Second, despite its recent launch, Lighter has achieved a 24-hour trading volume comparable to Aster. Its volume closely trails Hyperliquid. Lighter’s 7-day and 30-day volumes even outperform both competitors.

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“Very close competition. Hyperliquid. Lighter. Aster. Only one will win…” investor Alex said.

Perp Volume by Protocol. Source: DefiLlamaAs a result, investors believe Lighter has the potential to reach an FDV similar to Aster, around $5.5 billion. This scenario implies that LIT’s price could double from its current level of $2.7.

Some investors even expect LIT to overtake HYPE. Hyperliquid’s FDV stands at around $25 billion. This would suggest nearly a tenfold increase for LIT.

However, these comparisons rely heavily on hype-driven sentiment. Some analysts strongly disagree.

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What About The Risks?An X user, Henrik observed that Lighter lost approximately 25% of its open interest over the past three weeks. He also compared the P/E ratios of the two projects. The comparison shows that LIT trades at a higher valuation than HYPE, despite having weaker fundamentals.

“Given this, LIT is currently more expensive than HYPE on both circulating and fully diluted metrics, despite weaker fundamentals. Additionally, 100% of Hyperliquid revenue is directed toward buybacks, while LIT’s revenue distribution and token value accrual remain unclear. Fundamentally, there is no clear catalyst for LIT, and airdrop-related churn is likely to persist for some time,” Henrik said.

Comparison between LIT and HYPE. Source: HenrikAdditionally, the decline in revenue following the Token Generation Event (TGE) raises concerns. Analyst TylerD observed that Lighter’s revenue dropped from $1.5 million per day on November 21 to $150,000 per day in December. This represents a tenfold decline.

Daily Revenue of Lighter. Source: DefiLlamaHistorical data show that airdrop incentives often drive trading volume higher, temporarily boosting revenue. For long-term growth, however, Lighter must prove clear advantages over competitors. The project must also remain resilient against broader market headwinds.

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Shiba Inu is ending the year in a position that, although it seems risky on paper, has practical significance. For SHIB's short-term survival, the $0.000007 zone has taken center stage, and this is not just because it is a psychological number. From a structural perspective, this is the point at which downward pressure is finally abating and the market has an opportunity to determine whether this move will continue or end in exhaustion.

Shiba Inu pushed to limitSHIB is significantly oversold when viewed through a chart. For months the price has been steadily declining, remaining below all significant moving averages and failing to recapture resistance during rallies. That part is clear. Behavior is what has changed. Selling momentum waned as SHIB advanced into the 0. 000007 region. Candles began to compress rather than accelerate downward, and volume decreased rather than increased. When sellers run out of motivation, that is typically what occurs. 

SHIB/USDT Chart by TradingViewAdditionally, the $0.000007 level corresponds to past reaction zones, where SHIB stabilized prior to upward movements. It is a level where the price has memory, not a magical floor that ensures a rally. Most of the time, markets respect those levels, particularly when they are put to the test in low liquidity situations like year-end trading. Superstition is not the only reason for the magic of 700. 

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Sentiment waves shiftBecause orders tend to cluster around round numbers, round numbers are important. Those clustered orders may be even more important on New Year's Eve, when positioning is lighter and liquidity is thinner. When sellers stop pushing, it does not take much demand to change the price, and at the moment, sellers appear worn out. Investors should be prepared for two plausible outcomes. 

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Even small buying could lead to a significant relief rally if SHIB maintains this level through the end of the year and begins to reclaim short-term resistance. Strong fundamentals are not necessary for these kinds of moves. Additionally, SHIB frequently experiences abrupt shifts in sentiment.

Expanding volume and a clean break below $0.000007 would invalidate the support and allow for a deeper reset. That would delay recovery and probably put an end to short-term hope. However, as we approach the new year, the odds are no longer biased. Although SHIB is weak, it is no longer collapsing. Stabilization is sufficient at this point. And if 700 holds, recovery becomes a real possibility rather than just a pipe dream.

Ethereum price trades in a tightening downtrend, with sellers capping rebounds below a descending resistance line and a break of nearby support likely to decide the next major move.

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Ethereum price remains stuck below a descending resistance trendline, with every rebound attracting renewed selling.​
Price is consolidating near support after a rejected spike higher, and loss of this zone could accelerate downside continuation.​
A sustained reclaim above the broken trendline would flip bias toward a broader relief rally by signaling fading seller control.

Ethereum (ETH) price continued to trade beneath a descending resistance level, with technical charts indicating limited upward momentum, according to analysis from GainMuse and TradingView.

The cryptocurrency has failed to reclaim previous price levels, with recent rebounds encountering selling pressure rather than sustained buying interest, the charts showed. Price action has remained within a downward channel following a break below earlier consolidation zones.

Multiple attempted recoveries have stalled beneath the descending resistance line, according to the technical analysis. The cryptocurrency has traded below a broken trendline, with current consolidation occurring near support levels without a decisive break above resistance.

Recent 4-hour chart data showed price hovering around support levels following a sharp upward move that was subsequently rejected. The move lacked sustained follow-through, with price returning to a narrow range near prior support, according to the charts.

Volume data indicated increased activity during the sharp price movement, but failed to maintain momentum afterward, the analysis stated. This pattern aligned with reactive trading rather than committed directional positioning, according to technical observers.

The technical structure suggests that if Ethereum fails to hold current support levels, downside continuation becomes more probable, the analysis indicated. A loss of support would likely accelerate bearish price action, confirming recent compression as distribution rather than stabilization, according to the charts.

Conversely, if price reclaims and maintains levels above the descending resistance, the probability would shift toward a broader relief rally, the analysis noted. Such a break would signal diminishing seller control and potential transition from compression to accumulation.

As long as Ethereum remains below the descending resistance level, short-term rallies are likely to be corrective in nature, according to the technical assessment. Rallies that fail to break and hold above the trendline would likely attract renewed selling pressure, maintaining a downside bias.

The current price range represents a pivotal level, with the market’s next directional move likely to be determined by how price reacts to the compression zone, the analysis concluded. Ethereum has not broken down aggressively, but has also failed to demonstrate that buyers are prepared to assume control, according to the technical indicators.

Bitcoin got stuck after slumping 30% from its peak. Here's why.The October flash crash exposed how fragile bitcoin’s rally had become. It also illustrated a fundamental change in how BTC is perceived. Dec 31, 2025, 12:00 p.m.

Bitcoin’s BTC$88,895.07 bull run in 2025 was expected to be historic, with some industry experts suggesting the largest cryptocurrency would reach highs of $180,000-$200,000 by year-end.

Historic it was. Just not the way anyone thought.

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It's true that bitcoin punched to an all-time high earlier than most models projected, rising to over $126,200 on Oct. 6. But then, four days later, came a flash crash that sent the market reeling, exposing just how fragile and unpredictable trading digital assets can be.

Since then, bitcoin's fallen 30% from the October record, and more than 50% below most 2025 forecasts. Far from shooting up, it dropped 6% this year, and spent most of the past two months stuck between $83,000 and $96,000, according to TradingView prices.

October's crash caught traders off guard and wiped out months of leveraged bullishness in minutes. But it wasn't a breakdown, according to Mati Greenspan, the founder of Quantum Economics, it was a rebalancing and a sign of the cryptocurrency's growing acceptance by institutions.

Bitcoin was re-priced as a risk asset, not a revolution.

“The October 10 flash crash wasn’t a failure of bitcoin," Greenspan said in an interview. "It was a liquidity event, triggered by macro stress, trade-war fears, and crowded positioning, that exposed how forward-loaded the cycle had become.”

The sudden change in behavior made forecasting nearly impossible, and made some of the space’s most recognizable analysts eat their words.

Read more: In 2025, bitcoin showed how spectacularly wrong price forecasts can be

As the year started, experts such Matt Hougan, Bitwise Asset Management's chief investment officer, Mike Novogratz, Galaxy Digital’s CEO, Geoffrey Kendrick, Standard Chartered’s global head of digital assets research and others shared optimistic forecasts, but as it comes to a close and the dust settles, the reality is entirely different.

'Cautious capital'What happened? Simply put, bitcoin's ideological roots were overtaken by its growing acceptance as an institutional asset. This shift changed how bitcoin was traded and evaluated by sophisticated investors from traditional markets.

‘What went wrong in 2025 is that bitcoin quietly crossed a threshold. It stopped being a fringe, retail-driven asset and became part of the institutional macro complex,” Quantum Economics' Greenspan told CoinDesk. “Once Wall Street arrived, bitcoin began trading less on ideology and more on liquidity, positioning, and policy.”

With Wall Street's involvement, bitcoin became more closely tied to macroeconomic events, which impact all asset classes. The cryptocurrency may still be pitched as a hedge against the Federal Reserve, but it’s now more sensitive than ever to Fed policy.

“Markets came into 2025 expecting faster, deeper Fed easing — and that simply hasn’t materialized,” said Jason Fernandes, co-founder at AdLunam. “BTC, like other risk assets, is paying the price for cautious capital.”

In addition, October’s liquidation cascade left both retail and institutional investors bruised.

“Derivatives-driven liquidations made for a choppy, unpredictable market where one batch triggered the next," Fernandes said." It’s no surprise ETF inflows dried up.”

From January through October, U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs attracted about $9.2 billion in net inflows, or around $230 million a week. But then the momentum reversed sharply. From October through December, the figures turned negative, with over $1.3 billion in net outflows, including a $650 million withdrawal in just four days in late December.

Quantum Economics' Greenspan pointed to a fundamental Catch-22: “Bitcoin is often framed as a hedge against the Federal Reserve, yet in practice it still depends on Fed-driven liquidity.’” Since 2022, the Fed has been steadily withdrawing liquidity from the system, and this liquidity ultimately flows into risk assets, including bitcoin.

"When that tide goes out, the upside becomes fragile,” he added.

Skewed expectationsThis changed reality creates a conundrum for bitcoin and crypto as a whole. Mass adoption and price rally need Wall Street's capital, but that capital is a double-edged sword.

“Most people assumed institutional adoption would mean bitcoin to a million [dollars] faster than you can blink,” said Kevin Murcko, CEO of crypto exchange CoinMetro. “But now that it’s institutionalized, it’s being treated like any other Wall Street asset.

“That means it responds to fundamentals, not just belief,” he said. “We’re seeing prices react to everything from the Bank of Japan (BOJ) ending cheap capital to political uncertainty around the Fed itself. And institutions don’t like uncertainty.”

Then there are weekends.

“Bitcoin trades 24/7, but capital flows don’t; most big flows are Mon-Fri. So when the weekend hits, and leverage is high, you get cascading liquidations.”

Silver liningHowever, this doesn't mean it's all doom and gloom. In fact, it's a positive shift toward higher prices, just slower than expected, according to the experts.

Bitwise's Hougan said he believes the general trend remains upward: “It’ll be messy. But the macro direction is clear.

“The market is driven by the collision of powerful, persistent positive forces and periodic, violent negative ones.” He said, remaining optimistic despite the recent washouts. “Institutional adoption, regulatory clarity, macro concerns around fiat debasement, and real-world use cases like stablecoins — those are slow-moving, positive forces. They take a decade to play out.”

Bitcoin, traditionally seen as following a four-year cycle tied to the regular 50% cuts in the creation of new tokens paid out to miners, is likely to create a new dynamic in 2026, he said.

“The old cycle drivers—halvings, interest rates, and leverage—are significantly weaker,” he told CoinDesk earlier this month. Future growth will be driven by more mature, structural forces, such as institutional flows, regulatory clarity, and global asset diversification. “That’s why we believe bitcoin could hit new all-time highs in 2026 — even outside the traditional halving cycle.”

Quantum Economics' Greenspan perhaps summed up what's happening with bitcoin and where it's going.

“This wasn’t ‘peak bitcoin,’” he said. “It was the moment bitcoin officially started playing in Wall Street’s pond.”

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Most people enter crypto when prices are already flying. By then, the biggest gains are often gone. The real opportunities usually appear much earlier, when projects are still small, ignored, and quietly building in the background. Recently, a crypto analyst shared a list of underrated micro-cap altcoins worth watching for 2026. 

Bitcoin Still Controls the MarketBefore looking at altcoins, Bitcoin’s price action is important. Right now, Bitcoin is moving sideways and has not made a clear move up or down. If Bitcoin breaks lower, it could fall toward the $85,000 level or even lower. Altcoins usually follow Bitcoin, so a deeper Bitcoin drop could push alt prices even lower. However, certain Altcoins could make a comeback in 2026:

Micro-Cap Altcoins on the RadarOne project being closely watched is Plasma (XPL). It has a market cap under $300 million and is linked to the stablecoin narrative. The project is backed by Peter Thiel, which adds credibility. While prices could still fall, Plasma is seen as a strong long-term play if altcoins recover.

Another altcoin is Story (IP), which focuses on intellectual property and blockchain technology. With a market cap near $500 million, it is still considered small compared to its past peak above $4 billion. The token is listed on major exchanges and is showing early signs of strength after a long downtrend.

Avantis is also gaining attention in the DeFi and decentralized trading space. It previously delivered massive gains during earlier rallies and could benefit again when retail traders return.

Finally, Epic Chain, an RWA project backed by Ripple Labs, stands out due to its tiny market cap near $23 million. If XRP gains momentum in the next cycle, related projects like Epic Chain could see explosive moves.

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As the year comes to an end, the crypto market seems to slow down. That said, some players continue their offensive. Such is the case of BitMine which has just massively bought Ethereum tokens.

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BitMine buys 97.6 million dollars of Ethereum during the drop caused by annual tax-loss selling.
The company continues its accumulation with massive staking, betting on a market bullish return.

BitMine strengthens its Ethereum strategy despite a pressured market
Pressure is intensifying on the crypto asset market. This mainly refers to the domino effect caused by so-called “tax-loss” sales.

Decoding: institutional investors liquidate their positions to reduce their taxable basis before December 31. Well known in the United States, this tactic accentuates the price drop in the crypto market.

Faced with this situation, BitMine adopts an accumulation strategy. Last Tuesday, the company acquired 32,938 ETH for an estimated value of 97.6 million dollars. According to data, it now holds 4.07 million Ethereum. This represents nearly 13 billion dollars.

BitMine therefore far outpaces its competitors by becoming the top buyer of “fresh money” ETH at the moment.

Staking, bots and opportunism: BitMine’s Ethereum plan takes shape
BitMine does not just massively buy Ethereum. It also acts long-term. The company has placed 118,944 ETH in staking. This approach allows generation of passive income while reinforcing its anchoring in the blockchain universe.

This approach attracts attention because it demonstrates strong confidence in Ethereum’s future (even in a bearish market).

Another striking fact: the absence of major players during the holidays leaves the field open to trading algorithms. Bots take control of transactions, thus creating heightened volatility. BitMine seems to benefit from this with precise operations.

By capitalizing on a tax window and doubling its staking efforts, BitMine thus imposes a pace. The market will need to closely watch the company’s next decisions, especially in terms of Ethereum acquisition.

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Ethereum ends 2025 near $2,970 after a messy quarter. The market is divided. Some analysts expect the next growth cycle to begin. Others warn that the structure is still uncertain or mixed.

The truth sits in the middle. The chart hints at pressure, the seasonality record is shaky, and on-chain flows show early support but not conviction.

The setup going into 2026 is not clean. The question is simple: is Ethereum preparing for recovery, or setting up another leg down?

Bearish Price Structure Meets A Historically Volatile StartOn the 3-day chart, ETH trades inside a rising channel that looks like a bear flag. A break below this structure activates the measured move. If confirmed, the technical projection implies a move of about 44% lower from the breakdown levels.

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Seasonality, however, complicates this. January has historically been reliable for Ethereum, with a long-term average near +33%, but the last January wasn’t great. January 2025 opened with a drop and triggered four straight red months. If the flag breakdown happens, the seasonal momentum that often starts a new year could fail again.

Ethereum Price History: CryptoRankThe bearish risk clubbed with a historically volatile phase doesn’t go well with expert predictions of Ethereum reaching anywhere between $7,000 and $9,000 in 2026. At least not yet.

According to Tom Lee:

Ethereum could reach $7k–$9k in early 2026
Bitcoin could move toward $200k in 2026
Ethereum has a longer-term path toward $20k

Rather than labeling it a “supercycle,” he frames this as a fundamental shift in market structure. pic.twitter.com/uaCmAUUD4u

— Clockwise Crypto (@clockwisecrypto) December 27, 2025
The weakness matches what Ryan Lee, Chief Analyst at Bitget, told BeInCrypto when asked about forecasts of $9,000 in 2026:

“Capital must stop leaving Ethereum, real usage must grow beyond today’s pilots, and supply must stay locked for longer periods,” he mentions

He added that the current environment does not support breakout expectations yet:

“We view the current picture as mixed,” he added.

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So the chart shows risk. Seasonality shows uncertainty. The analyst’s view indicates a slow, conditional, and externally dependent recovery. Those improvements might be visible on-chain, yet only weakly.

On-Chain Flows Show Hope, But Not Conviction YetSome on-chain signals argue against a full breakdown.

Long-term holders have finally turned buyers again. The Hodler Net Position Change metric (showing long-term investor wallet flows) flipped positive on December 26 for the first time since July, and has remained positive for several days. This signals patient capital showing up at lower levels, but cautiously.

Hodlers Buying Again: GlassnodeWith the Ethereum staking entry queue surpassing the exit path, it might be possible that Hodler Buys end up getting locked. That’s something Ryan Lee mentioned as a prerequisite for a higher ETH price move.

Ryan adds other details as well:

“More than 740k ETH is waiting to enter staking, while roughly half of that amount is queued to exit. Almost 30% of the total ETH supply is already staked,” he highlighted

This suggests accumulation and an intent to lock in supply, but the size is not yet sufficient to force a trend reversal. The behavior reflects interest rather than leadership.

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Whales have also returned. After dropping to around 100.01 million ETH held off exchanges in late November, supply has climbed back to 101.21 million ETH by December 31. That $3.6 billion accumulation matters. But the number still sits below the 101.90 million peak from early November. Until that peak breaks, whale demand is supportive rather than decisive.

Whales Adding: SantimentETF flows remain the biggest gap in the bullish argument. Spot ETH ETFs saw around $1.97 billion in outflows as both November and December ended negative.

Weak ETF Flows: SoSo ValueRyan is direct here and believes that the ETF gap is something hugely restrictive to the price moves:

“At the moment, the large capital leaves the ecosystem. So this limits the price’s potential.”

So the on-chain story is improvement without conviction. It appears to be early bottom-building, not a trend change.

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2026 Roadmap Depends On Key Ethereum Price LevelsThis is where the chart and Ryan’s framework connect.

ETH needs to stay above $2,760 to hold the flag structure together. Losing that level weakens the structure and exposes $2,650 and $2,400. A deeper move toward $2,140 and $1,780 confirms the breakdown. If the bear flag plays out fully, the pattern projects a drop toward $1,320, which matches the 44% calculation from the breakdown point.

For a bullish turn, the price needs to break $3,470 to challenge the upper boundary. A move above $3,670 flips the structure. But the real breakout to the upside does not happen until ETH reclaims $4,770 — the point where the flagpole began and the level that resets the trend.

Ethereum Price Analysis: TradingViewOnly above that zone do targets like $7,000 to $9,000 make structural sense, and even there, Ryan still sees the move as conditional:

“That is why our base case is a slow, condition-driven recovery. The price can rise, but it is more likely to do so gradually,” he believes.

He also explains who leads first if macroeconomic policy easing (rate cut expectations) improves liquidity:

“Bitcoin is likely to react first. Ethereum follows shortly after, once staking turns dominant, tokenized asset volumes grow, and ETF flows stabilize,” he said.

If liquidity improves in 2026, Bitcoin is likely to lead. Ethereum price will follow only when ETF outflows stop, whale supply breaks its November high, and staking demand becomes sustained, driven by continued hodler additions.

Until those conditions align, the trend remains neutral to bearish.

Crypto analyst Matt Hughes, who posts as “The Great Mattsby,” called the $0.11–$0.12 zone “incredible” risk/reward for Dogecoin in a Dec. 30 X post, sharing a weekly DOGE/USDT chart to argue the support is clearly defined. Another trader pushed back, saying traders may be “better off picking a good chart,” setting up a quick dispute over whether DOGE is a high-quality setup or just a cheap one.

The Best Risk/Reward Zone For Dogecoin
Hughes’ chart frames the $0.11–$0.12 area as a multi-year “line in the sand” on a weekly timeframe. On the right axis, DOGE is marked around $0.1236, sitting just above an orange horizontal band drawn slightly over $0.10. That horizontal is the zone Hughes is referring to, and it’s positioned where price has repeatedly based before, most notably during the long 2022–2023 trough, making it an obvious level for traders who want a nearby invalidation point.

Dogecoin chart analysis | Source: X @matthughes13
He also overlays a linear-scale Gann Square with several rising diagonal guides. The most relevant one is a green, upward-sloping support line that runs under price from the early history of the chart into 2026; the current pullback is compressing into that rising support at roughly the same time it meets the $0.11–$0.12 horizontal. In practical terms, the setup Hughes is advertising is confluence: a horizontal demand zone meeting a long-term uptrend line, which can offer a relatively tight “risk” reference if the level fails.

“Risk/reward in the .11-.12 zone for $DOGE is incredible here,” Hughes wrote. “You can visualize support perfectly with this linear scale Gann Square below.”

Above spot, the next clearly marked band is a light-blue horizontal line around $0.23, which aligns with a region DOGE has churned around during prior rebounds. Higher up, Hughes’ chart marks additional overhead levels around $0.35 (green) and roughly $0.46 (teal), with a thick line near the upper end of the range around $0.58–$0.60.

If the $0.11–$0.12 zone holds, the chart implies the market has room to work back into those overhead shelves; if it doesn’t, the next visible guideposts on the chart are lower rising diagonals in the $0.05–$0.07 region, which would represent a materially deeper reset on the same multi-year structure.

On the macro backdrop, Hughes is clear: ” Crypto in 2026: The Bull Run That’ll Crush Fiat Dreams! While governments print money like it’s confetti and banks hoard your wealth, #Bitcoin hits $500K, #Ethereum flips entire industries, Solana owns speed, $XRP settles global finance overnight, and $DOGE moons harder than ever because the memes became money. Skeptics? You’re the same ones who called it a scam in 2021 because you bought the top. Time to wake up or get left in the dust.”

Renowned trader Cheds Trading (@BigCheds) challenged the trade premise bluntly: “Prob better off picking a good chart than throwing money at a bad one.” Hughes didn’t reject the critique; he acknowledged momentum can be easier elsewhere, but restated his preference for a defined downside at the levels he highlighted: “Yea you can ride the momentum better that way but I like the risk/reward in this zone for DOGE.”

Hughes’ post also landed alongside broader rotation chatter. He cited @MerlijnTrader approvingly in a separate message, echoing a sentiment-led thesis that altcoin turns often begin when positioning is defensive and conviction is thin. “Look at the wall street cheat sheet, man. We are in depression, right? Trot maps, emotion to price and it’s screaming maximum opportunity right now,” Merlijn said in a short video. “Just got to pick the right coins.”

Merlijn tied any rotation to bitcoin’s next resolution and emphasized how uncomfortable those early turns tend to feel. “Once Bitcoin resolves now, all stone bottom one, Bitcoin is weak, right? So they bought them on Bitcoin and stable and everyone has emotionally given up on everything else,” he said. “That’s how rotations are born really quietly, uncomfortably before conviction returns.”

For Dogecoin, Hughes’ chart reduces that broader debate to a single question: does the $0.11–$0.12 confluence area hold on the weekly, or does the market force traders to reassess risk further down the structure.

At press time, DOGE traded at $0.1232.

DOGE confirms the red zone as major resistance, 1-week chart | Source: DOGEUSDT on TradingView.com
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The $BTC price continues to chop along sideways even after pushing through a downtrend line that was respected for nearly 3 months. Are long term holders still distributing? Is a strong upside rally still a possibility?

Nearly half of all remaining BTC sold

Source: Bitcoin Magazine Pro

Some staggering data was recently published by Bitcoin Magazine Pro, which claimed that around 7.5 million BTC has been distributed by long term holders over the course of this current bull market. If one takes into account that probably around 4 to 5 million BTC has been lost, this would mean that nearly half of all BTC has been sold at some point during this cycle. With this much selling pressure it can then be assumed that the demand for Bitcoin must have at least equalled it. 

Is the selling coming to an end?

Source: TradingView

If one looks at the 4-hour chart for $BTC it can be noted that every time the price takes off to the upside it is slammed back down again. This would fit with market makers selling into strength on behalf of clients looking to liquidate some of their Bitcoin positions.

It then remains to be seen how much $BTC is still to be sold. With 7.5 million $BTC already having been dumped, wouldn’t an end to the selling be on the near horizon?

From a TA perspective, this is a real possibility. The downtrend line has been breached and the price has come back down to retest it. All would now appear to be set for a rally. Many of the weaker hands have probably sold, and as soon as market makers are willing, the price could just shoot up out of nowhere.

A lower low still a possibility?

Source: TradingView

The daily chart reveals how the $BTC price has been back to retest the downtrend line and how it is now sitting above the major ascending trendline. There is still the possibility that there could be another reverse or two before the rally gets going in earnest. This could imitate a Wyckoff accumulation pattern and might entail a dump to an even lower low, being the ‘spring’ for an eventual strong rally.

The bottom of the chart shows the RSI indicator line has bounced from the downtrend line after a breakout. This is bullish as long as the indicator line holds above, and even more bullish if it heads higher.

A tale of two falling wedges: can history repeat?

Source: TradingView

The weekly chart view for the $BTC price is revealing. If one just takes things from a very simple perspective, both the major ascending trendline and the downtrend line are holding firm, at least thus far. 

The previous falling wedge broke out from a similar position and the price rallied strongly. There isn’t really any reason why this can’t be repeated.

At the bottom of the chart, the Stochastic RSI indicators are posturing to cross back up. It was at this exact point for the previous falling wedge that the price really took off. Is the same thing about to happen this time?

Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. It is not offered or intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.

US spot Bitcoin exchange‑traded funds (ETFs) rebounded sharply on Tuesday, registering a combined $355 million in net inflows and ending a seven‑day sequence of outflows that reflected subdued investor activity as the year drew to a close.

Data from Coinglass shows that the resurgence in capital occurred across multiple major products, with BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) leading the way at roughly $144 million, followed by Ark & 21Shares’ ARKB fund at around $110 million.

Fidelity’s FBTC also attracted significant interest, helping to drive the overall positive session for the sector.

Total Bitcoin spot ETF net inflow | Source: CoinglassMarket analysts say the inflows may reflect renewed institutional interest, potentially driven by year‑end portfolio adjustments and expectations for a stronger 2026 crypto ETF landscape.

Altcoin spot ETFs also attract capital
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Beyond Bitcoin, other crypto ETF categories also posted upticks on Tuesday:

Ethereum spot ETFs ended a four‑day outflow streak with about $67.8 million in net inflows, according to the data.

DateETHA (BlackRock)FETH (Fidelity)ETHW (Bitwise)TETH (21Shares)ETHV (VanEck)QETH (Invesco)EZET (Franklin)ETHE (Grayscale)ETH (Grayscale Mini)Total30 Dec 20250.03.70.00.00.00.00.050.214.067.929 Dec 2025-13.33.70.00.00.00.00.00.00.0-9.626 Dec 2025-22.10.00.00.00.00.00.0-16.60.0-38.724 Dec 2025-22.30.00.00.00.00.00.0-33.83.3-52.823 Dec 2025-25.00.0-14.00.00.00.0-5.6-50.90.0-95.522 Dec 20250.00.00.00.00.00.00.053.730.984.6Data from Farside Investors.Newly launched spot XRP, Solana and Dogecoin ETFs all reported positive flows for the trading day, underscoring growing breadth in regulated crypto investment products.

The broader altcoin ETF space has drawn notable attention this quarter, with XRP‑based ETFs in particular showing strong demand since their launch, bucking the broader ETF trend over recent weeks.

Institutional demand on the rise
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The recent fluctuation in ETF flows reflects broader caution in risk assets during year‑end trading, with investors traditionally rebalancing portfolios or locking in year‑end tax positions, factors that weighed on crypto funds into December.

Recent reports noted persistent outflows in both BTC and ETH ETFs earlier in the week, underscoring that Tuesday’s rebound marked a meaningful technical shift in liquidity patterns.

However, despite a generally choppy year for crypto ETFs, including periods where Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs experienced persistent outflows, the year‑end rebound suggests some investors may be repositioning ahead of 2026.

Industry participants widely expect greater institutional adoption, regulatory clarity, and continued expansion of crypto ETF offerings in the months ahead.

Market analysts also note a growing number of filings for altcoin‑linked ETFs with novel structures that could appeal to diversified institutional strategies, potentially broadening the appeal of crypto exposure beyond BTC and ETH.

As crypto markets prepare for 2026, ETF flows will remain one key barometer of institutional sentiment, especially as regulatory developments and product innovations continue shaping the investment landscape.

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Cardano’s Midnight (NIGHT) has lost steam as the asset’s price appears to be in reversal mode. In the last 24 hours, NIGHT fell about 8%, a sharp contrast from its over 18% weekly gain. This slip has sparked doubts among investors that the "new Cardano" could lose a zero and continue its bullish run.

Midnight RSI signals overbought conditions after sharp rallyCoinMarketCap data reveals that Midnight’s Relative Strength Index (RSI) hit 67, signaling overbought conditions. Traders saw the over 18% weekly gain as an opportunity for profit-taking, particularly after witnessing a price rejection at $0.09.

Midnight Price Outlook | Source: TradingViewThe massive profit-taking move and declining price also impacted volume. Within the same time frame, trading volume dipped by 18.53% to $94.68 million, as reduced liquidity increased the volatility outlook of the new Cardano.

The current scenario has sparked concern among market watchers as a continued decline in price could trigger further losses. Notably, if Midnight sips below the $0.085 support, it might crash to between $0.075 and $0.08.

As of press time, Midnight is trading at $0.08814, representing an 8.56% decrease over the last 24 hours. NIGHT, which was on an upward climb, suddenly plunged from a daily high of $0.1015 to the current level.

Midnight has now seen 95.14% of its value wiped out within 21 days. The asset had traded at an all-time high (ATH) of $1.81 on Dec. 9, 2025, with much anticipation from investors.

Despite the massive adoption that Midnight has enjoyed, leading to the attainment of huge milestones, NIGHT appears to have lost momentum. The privacy protocol had recorded over 60% in trading volume, to more than $3.5 billion 11 days ago.

Interestingly, NIGHT’s price at the time was lower than its current level. This confirms that investors are on a profit-taking spree as the market remains uncertain.

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Privacy hype fades as Midnight loses momentumIt appears that the initial spike in price was driven by the privacy hype on the broader cryptocurrency market. Cardano’s Midnight gained traction as other privacy coins like Zcash dominated a sector experiencing fluctuations.

Just before Yuletide, Midnight surged by 20% compared to the broader crypto market’s growth of 0.98%. 

The asset was on a bullish rally, with many investors betting on sustained momentum. However, the likelihood of losing a zero and reclaiming its Dec. 9 price levels has dimmed significantly.

It is worth mentioning that despite the current volatility, Midnight’s impressive performance within three weeks of launch pushed it into the top hundred crypto assets and one of the top performers in the category.

Key NotesBitwise files for 11 new crypto ETFs, including Tron (TRX) and Zcash (ZEC).Each strategy ETF will invest about 60% directly in the underlying token.The firm awaits SEC approval on its Avalanche ETF and other pending filings.
Bitwise Asset Management has taken its exchange traded fund (ETF) strategy to another level as it files for 11 new funds.

This product will invest directly and indirectly in cryptocurrencies such as Tron

TRX
$0.28

24h volatility:
0.9%

Market cap:
$26.79 B

Vol. 24h:
$421.58 M

, Zcash

ZEC
$524.3

24h volatility:
2.0%

Market cap:
$8.64 B

Vol. 24h:
$752.46 M

, Aave

AAVE
$149.0

24h volatility:
0.8%

Market cap:
$2.26 B

Vol. 24h:
$150.70 M

, Ethena

ENA
$0.20

24h volatility:
1.4%

Market cap:
$1.57 B

Vol. 24h:
$101.51 M

, Hyperliquid

HYPE
$25.77

24h volatility:
0.1%

Market cap:
$6.15 B

Vol. 24h:
$148.95 M

, and Bittensor

TAO
$221.4

24h volatility:
0.7%

Market cap:
$2.13 B

Vol. 24h:
$52.56 M

.

Meanwhile, the firm has pending altcoin ETF filings awaiting approval from the US SEC.

Bitwise Includes Privacy Coin in ETF Filing
On December 30, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) received new N-1A form applications from Bitwise.

The asset manager is requesting approval to launch a set of “strategy” ETFs, which will make both direct and indirect investments in a cryptocurrency.

Each of these funds is designed to directly invest about 60% of its assets in a token.

The other 40% will go into one or more exchange-traded products (ETPs) that provide exposure to the same token.

All the crypto included in the strategy ETF filing are AAVE, Canton (CC), ENA, HYPE, Near Protocol

NEAR
$1.50

24h volatility:
3.0%

Market cap:
$1.92 B

Vol. 24h:
$96.43 M

, Starknet

STRK
$0.0779

24h volatility:
2.9%

Market cap:
$386.87 M

Vol. 24h:
$34.42 M

, Sui

SUI
$1.44

24h volatility:
0.1%

Market cap:
$5.38 B

Vol. 24h:
$425.89 M

, TAO, TRX, Uniswap

UNI
$5.86

24h volatility:
1.7%

Market cap:
$3.69 B

Vol. 24h:
$218.27 M

, and ZEC.

Per the filing with the US SEC, each of the funds may also choose investments in derivatives contracts, such as futures and swap agreements.

While it still has a few pending applications with the regulator, Bitwise’s latest move suggests that the firm is quite bullish for the coming year. It is clearly undisturbed by the current struggling outlook of the broader crypto market.

Bitwise Awaits SEC Decision on AVAX ETF
On October 28, Bitwise became the first spot crypto ETF issuer to roll out a Solana fund for trading.

The Bitwise Solana Staking ETF (BSOL) carries a 0.20% annual sponsor fee, which is waived on the first $1 billion in assets for three months.

Unlike some other Solana ETFs, the fund includes a secondary objective to generate more SOL through staking. Coinbase Custody Trust Company is the custodian for the fund.

Bitwise also has a spot Avalanche ETF application with the US SEC, which is awaiting approval. It amended the filing in November to include the management fee, ticker, and fee waiver.

The AVAX ETF is to be listed under the ticker symbol “BAVA,” with a 0.34% management fee that will be waived entirely for one month or until it reaches $500 million in AUM.

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The wallets pegged to the TRUMP deployer sent about 94 million USDCs to Coinbase within three weeks.
Single-sided liquidity on Meteora facilitated a gradual conversion of TRUMP into stable coins.
Net exchange inflows remain a cause for concern regarding aggressive selling pressure.

Wallets linked to the deployer of the TRUMP memecoin have transferred approximately $94 million in USDC to Coinbase over the past three weeks, drawing renewed scrutiny around how liquidity tied to the token is being unwound.

On-chain action highlighted by analyst EmberCN on Dec. 31 revealed that the source of the funds came from single-sided liquidity trades on Meteora. In the trades, the creator only provided TRUMP liquidity in a particular price band, without any stablecoins. When traders engaged the liquidity pool, the protocol automatically sold TRUMP for USDC, which in turn went to Coinbase.

This strategy facilitates a gradual on-ramp of tokens into stablecoins, rather than selling large volumes on a spot market. It was noted that this strategy minimizes Market Impact while still effecting an orderly exit.

Liquidity Strategy Appears Coordinated
Data from the blockchain indicates that this approach has become a common tendency among the wallets related to TRUMP and MELIANA tokens. The wallets have opted to route the funds through liquidity pools as opposed to making one-off transactions to the centralized exchanges.

Specialists regard this as joint trading behavior rather than unrelated portfolio diversification. The wallets that utilize single-sided liquidity can then profit from those assets without causing dramatic price movements as a consequence of direct selling.

Exchange Inflows Raise Supply Concerns
TRUMP is listed on various major trading platforms such as Binance, OKX, Bybit, Robinhood, and Kraken. Throughout the year 2025, various wallets belonging to the project team have made substantial deposits of TRUMP-related assets into each of the aforementioned exchanges.

TRUMP tokens amounting to at least 3.53 million were transferred by wallets in June alone to Binance, valued at approximately $32.8 million. However, earlier in the year, the number of tokens that were transferred had gone past 12.54 million to various platforms and were estimated at $150.7 million.

Although the group has periodically characterized such transactions as liquidity provision, it appears that such repeated inflows indicate the presence of strong implied selling pressure. In each instance, the significant transfer raised fears about supply overhang.

Price Struggles Despite Activity
At the time of writing, TRUMP traded at $4.96, up 1.2% on the day. Despite the modest gain, the token remains down 15% over the past 30 days and sits nearly 93% below its January peak of $73.

Market participants continue to monitor deployer-linked wallets closely, as on-chain movements have repeatedly preceded periods of heightened volatility.

Promotions Clash with Investor Caution
With trading volumes easing, a recent press release announced a $1 million gaming campaign. “It’s clearly a move to get people interested,” a supporter explained, “but people are still pretty skeptical about why they should get involved.”

Deployer control, liquid mechanics, and regular exchange deposits have been identified as major risk areas by critics. These factors have kept sentiment divided, even as promotional efforts intensify.

The token also carries political overtones. Donald Trump has links to the project through licensing arrangements and reported allocations tied to MAGA-branded crypto ventures. Estimates suggest his broader crypto-related holdings have added more than $1.2 billion to his net worth, amplifying public and regulatory interest in TRUMP’s on-chain activity.

As deployer-linked wallets continue routing funds to exchanges, traders and analysts alike remain focused on whether liquidity exits will persist and how much pressure the market can absorb.

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TRX price rebounded following Justin Sun’s $18 million investment into Tron Inc., aimed at acquiring more TRX from the open market. Meanwhile, on the daily chart, a bullish reversal pattern has been forming that could spur more gains.

Summary

TRX price is up 5% from this month’s low.
Justin Sun has invested $18 million into Tron Inc., which will use it to build its TRX treasury.
A multi-month bullish reversal pattern was confirmed on the daily chart.

According to data from crypto.news, Tron (TRX) jumped to an intraday high of $0.286 on Wednesday, Dec. 31, before settling a little lower at $0.284 at press time. At this price, the 8th largest crypto asset by market cap stands 5% higher than its December low and 35% above its lowest point this year.

Tron price rose today as several recent bullish catalysts converged and acted as a tailwind for the asset.

First, TRON blockchain founder Justin Sun recently made an $18 million strategic equity investment into Tron Inc. With the capital, the Nasdaq-listed company will expand its corporate treasury holdings of TRX.

As the company accumulates more TRX from the open market, it could cement its position as one of the largest corporate holders of TRX, which in turn could improve investor demand for the token.

Investors are also bullish after asset manager Bitwise filed an application for a TRX Strategy ETF with the U.S. SEC. Once approved, the regulated fund structure can potentially drive increased demand from institutional investors, which can support gains over the long term.

Besides these developments, whales are also increasingly betting on potential upside for the asset. Data from Nansen shows that the amount of TRX tokens held by these deep-pocketed investors has increased from 1.59 million on Friday, Dec. 26, to 1.64 million as observed today.

If whales continue to keep up this trend, it could draw the attention of retail investors and lead to more upside in the coming days.

TRX price analysis
On the daily chart, TRX price has confirmed a multi-month falling wedge pattern, which is characterized by two descending and converging trendlines. A breakout from such a pattern is typically seen as a signal of strengthening bullish momentum.

TRX price has confirmed a falling wedge pattern on the daily chart — Dec. 31 | Source: crypto.news
At press time, other technical signs also look positive for buyers. Specifically, the price has climbed above its 50-day moving average, which confirms that buying pressure is intensifying.

Furthermore, the Supertrend indicator has switched to green as TRX price moved above it, reinforcing the bullish outlook.

Hence, there stands a good chance for TRX price to rally as high as $0.356, a level that lies roughly 25% above the current price. This target was derived by adding the height of the falling wedge pattern to the price level at which the breakout occurred.

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Posted: December 31, 2025

Bitcoin’s [BTC] holder dynamics in 2025 have been interesting, to say the least. The result, is lesser chaos and more importance on where capital moves within the system.

How does that affect BTC as we step into the new year?

What happened?
Per Santiment data, wallets holding under 0.1 BTC increased their holdings by roughly 3.3% since July. Meanwhile, wallets holding between 10 and 10,000 BTC added just 0.36% over the same period.

Source: Santiment

Large holders bought into the run-up toward the yearly high, then trimmed exposure as prices peaked. Retail, meanwhile, kept buying dips.

Source: CryptoQuant

Bitcoin continued to flow out of exchanges for much of 2025, which means they’re being held long-term. This is even as prices stayed range-bound; so there’s a disconnect between supply conditions and price.

What’s different this time?
Despite the retail buying activity, Bitcoin’s price action was nothing to write home about. One possible reason why, is where capital lies in wait.

Source: CryptoQuant

ERC-20 stablecoin supply climbed through the second half of the year, so that money stayed within crypto. Just… on standby.

Source: Cryptoquant

Trading activity also increasingly moved away from spot markets. Derivatives volumes dominated, and OI became important to short-term moves. This replaced organic spot demand with instability caused by leverage.

Read between the lines
Price swings, too, were often amplified by forced position unwinds. This is especially during downside moves late in the year.

Source: CryptoQuant

If anything, this has furthered the idea that Bitcoin’s market structure is now influenced by positioning too.

Going into 2026…

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Home Other-News Hyperliquid Unstaking Sees 1.2 Million Tokens Moved Ahead of Schedule

Evie Vavasseur

December 31, 2025

Hyperliquid conducted the unstaking of approximately 1.2 million HYPE tokens on December 28, in anticipation of forthcoming team distributions set for January 6. The process occurs as part of a 24-month vesting schedule. Market observers note the significance of this action in the context of the company’s liquidity and token management strategy.

Industry analysts have expressed varied reactions. Some suggest that the unstaking might indicate confidence in the project’s ongoing development, while others are more cautious, proposing it could affect market stability. Analysts from CryptoFinance noted that large token movements can sometimes lead to increased market volatility.

The vesting schedule, which began 24 months ago, aims to ensure a gradual release of tokens, preventing market saturation. Hyperliquid representatives have stated that the unstaking aligns with their strategic goals and does not signal any change in operational priorities.

The market response to this development has been mixed, with some traders showing concern over potential short-term impacts on token value. Others suggest the move is a standard procedure in maintaining token supply balance. A spokesperson from CryptoResearch highlighted that such releases are typical in the industry and should be viewed in the context of broader market trends.

Critics have raised questions regarding the potential impact on liquidity, but Hyperliquid maintains that these concerns are addressed through their comprehensive market management plans. The company has not disclosed specific details about measures it will employ to mitigate possible market fluctuations.

As the January 6 distribution date approaches, stakeholders will be closely monitoring any forthcoming announcements or changes in token circulation. The next steps will likely involve observing market reactions and assessing the impact on Hyperliquid’s overall strategy. Further updates from the company are anticipated as the distribution progresses.

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The new year looks to be a mixed bag for cryptocurrencies, with silver linings being offset by potential disappointments from some of the most influential digital currencies.

What a difference a year makes in the cryptocurrency arena. Whereas digital currencies left Wall Street's iconic Dow Jones Industrial Average, benchmark S&P 500, and growth-powered Nasdaq Composite eating their dust in 2024, it's been a different story in 2025.

Despite a catalyst-fueled year, the cumulative value of all digital currencies has declined by 9% to $2.97 trillion, as of late afternoon on Dec. 27. This compares to double-digit gains for the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite, all of which ascended to several record-closing highs.

While 2025 has been somewhat of a disappointment, many of the most popular cryptocurrencies, led by Bitcoin (BTC +1.01%), have crushed Wall Street's major stock indexes over the last decade. This fact has crypto investors excited about the future.

However, 2026 looks to be a mixed bag for cryptocurrencies. While there are catalysts and silver linings to look forward to, there are also reasons to believe it'll be another wild and potentially disappointing ride.

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1. The crypto winter returns
The first prediction for 2026 is that history repeats in the digital currency space with the return of the crypto winter.

A "crypto winter" is a term that describes a period of decline for digital currencies, often accompanied by lower trading volume and poor investor sentiment. The latter can be particularly worrisome for cryptocurrencies, given that investor emotions are a core driver of directional price movement.

Significant downdrafts in the crypto market have been occurring every four years, with prior drops in 2018 and 2022 leading to peak-to-trough drops of approximately 80% and 70%, respectively. As of this writing, the world's largest cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, is already more than 30% below its 52-week high.

The prevailing issue for cryptocurrencies is that there aren't any major catalysts for the new year. Bitcoin, which accounts for 59% of the total digital currency market value, is well beyond its halving event. Furthermore, President Donald Trump's election and the passage of the Genius Act are in the rearview mirror.

Without anything tangible for investors to hold onto and Bitcoin on the verge of a technical breakdown -- technical analysis often plays a big role with digital currencies -- the crypto winter appears likely to return in 2026.

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2. Bitcoin treasury strategies lose their luster
Secondly, don't be shocked if one of Wall Street's hottest trends in 2025, the Bitcoin treasury strategy, turns into one of its biggest duds in 2026.

Michael Saylor's Strategy (MSTR +0.14%) is the company responsible for sparking the idea of purchasing and holding Bitcoin on corporate balance sheets. Since buying 21,454 Bitcoin for $250 million in August 2020, Strategy has gone on to spend more than $50 billion to acquire a total of 671,268 Bitcoin. Strategy now holds roughly 3.2% of all the Bitcoin that'll ever be mined.

The concern is that most companies attempting to follow Strategy's footsteps are unproven and are losing money. While issuing stock and/or convertible debt to purchase Bitcoin has temporarily boosted demand for the world's largest digital currency, this demand isn't sustainable. There's only so much purchasing power that money-losing micro- and small-cap companies have at their disposal.

Additionally, companies embracing the Bitcoin treasury strategy have consistently traded at significant multiples to the net asset value (NAV) of their digital assets. Paying a double-digit or triple-digit percentage premium to NAV makes absolutely no sense when spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have made it easier than ever to invest in the No. 1 digital currency.

Lastly, if my first prediction comes to fruition, investor interest in companies employing a Bitcoin treasury strategy should wane.

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3. XRP falls back to $1
The third prediction for 2026 is undoubtedly an unpopular one: XRP (XRP +0.26%) will plummet back to $1.

The last 14 months have essentially been a perfect storm of good news for XRP and its faithful investors. Trump's November 2024 election paved the way for a pro-crypto president to be in the White House. This was followed by a resolution to litigation between the U.S. government and Ripple -- Ripple being the company whose payment network uses XRP as its bridge currency in transactions. Finally, the approval of spot XRP ETFs led to a surge in cash inflows and increased investor interest.

However, 2026 looks to be a far more challenging year. Specifically, XRP lacks the slam-dunk catalysts that propelled it higher since November 2024. Without clear-cut catalysts, XRP could struggle to gain upward momentum.

XRP's adoption rate and utility aren't as impressive as advertised, either. Whereas more than 11,000 financial institutions use the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (better known as SWIFT) for their cross-border payments, only an estimated 300 global financial institutions are utilizing XRP.

It's also worth noting that Ripple's payment network doesn't require XRP to be used as the bridge currency in all global payment transactions. With no stand-alone value, XRP could quickly lose its luster in the new year.

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4. A deluge of spot crypto ETFs will hit Wall Street
On the bright side, investor access to cryptocurrencies may soon be easier than ever. According to Bloomberg Intelligence, 125 cryptocurrency ETFs were awaiting regulatory approval as of mid-December.

In 2025, we witnessed the debut of spot crypto ETFs for Solana, Litecoin, and XRP. In 2026, we're likely to see spot crypto ETF approvals for Avalanche, Cardano, and Polkadot, among others.

Spot crypto ETFs hold two important purposes for the digital currency space. First, they make it easier than ever for investors to gain exposure to these assets without having to purchase them on an obscure cryptocurrency exchange. With digital currencies primarily driven by social media interest and investor emotions, spot crypto ETFs help increase investor awareness.

Additionally, cash inflows are common following the approval of a spot ETF for a specific digital currency. Multi-week cash inflows can provide a short-term boost to altcoins.

Spot ETF approvals may provide just enough of a boost to allow some of the largest altcoins to outperform Bitcoin in 2026.

Rongchai Wang
Dec 31, 2025 10:11

AAVE price prediction targets $185-$195 recovery within 4 weeks as oversold RSI and descending wedge pattern suggest bullish reversal from current $149.76 level.

Aave (AAVE) is trading at a critical juncture near its 52-week low of $148.76, presenting both significant risk and opportunity for traders. Our comprehensive AAVE price prediction analysis suggests a potential recovery is brewing, despite current bearish momentum indicators.

AAVE Price Prediction Summary
• AAVE short-term target (1 week): $165-$170 (+10-13%)
• Aave medium-term forecast (1 month): $185-$195 range (+23-30%)
• Key level to break for bullish continuation: $167.50 (SMA 20)
• Critical support if bearish: $146.40 (immediate support)

Recent Aave Price Predictions from Analysts
Recent analyst forecasts show a cautiously optimistic consensus for AAVE's recovery potential. AInvest's AAVE price prediction targets $195-$205 in the short term, citing a descending wedge pattern and oversold RSI conditions as bullish catalysts. This aligns with our technical assessment showing AAVE trading near critical support levels.

CoinCodex presents a more conservative Aave forecast with a $179.14 target, acknowledging the recent 3.05% monthly decline while recognizing technical recovery signals. The convergence of these predictions around the $180-$200 range suggests institutional analysts see value at current levels, despite the challenging technical backdrop.

The market consensus indicates that while AAVE faces near-term headwinds, the risk-reward profile favors patient buyers willing to accumulate near support levels.

AAVE Technical Analysis: Setting Up for Oversold Bounce
Current Aave technical analysis reveals several compelling signals for a potential reversal. The RSI at 35.77 indicates AAVE is approaching oversold territory without reaching extreme levels, suggesting room for further decline but also positioning for a relief rally.

The MACD histogram at -1.2450 confirms bearish momentum, but the relatively shallow reading compared to previous major corrections suggests selling pressure may be waning. AAVE's position at 0.25 within the Bollinger Bands indicates the token is trading in the lower quartile of its recent range, historically a zone where reversals often occur.

Volume analysis shows the recent decline has occurred on moderate volume rather than panic selling, which supports the case for a technical bounce rather than a fundamental breakdown. The daily ATR of $10.44 suggests normal volatility levels, indicating AAVE isn't experiencing unusual stress.

Aave Price Targets: Bull and Bear Scenarios
Bullish Case for AAVE
The primary AAVE price target for bulls focuses on reclaiming the SMA 20 at $167.50, which would signal the first sign of trend stabilization. A break above this level opens the path to $185-$195, aligning with the descending wedge pattern breakout projections identified by recent analysts.

The bullish scenario requires AAVE to hold above $146.40 support while building volume on any upward moves. Success in breaking $167.50 could trigger momentum toward the immediate resistance at $206.82, representing a 38% gain from current levels.

Key technical requirements for the bull case include RSI recovery above 45, MACD histogram turning positive, and sustained trading above the lower Bollinger Band at $132.42.

Bearish Risk for Aave
The bearish scenario for AAVE centers on a break below the critical $146.40 support level, which could trigger a retest of the 52-week low at $148.76. A decisive break below this level would target the lower Bollinger Band at $132.42, representing an 11% decline from current prices.

Risk factors include broader crypto market weakness, continued DeFi sector underperformance, and failure to generate meaningful volume on any bounce attempts. The distance from the 200-day SMA at $251.59 shows AAVE remains in a significant downtrend, requiring substantial fundamental catalysts for a sustained recovery.

Should You Buy AAVE Now? Entry Strategy
Based on our Aave technical analysis, the current level near $149.76 presents a calculated buying opportunity for risk-tolerant investors. The optimal entry strategy involves scaling into positions between $146.40-$151.85, using the SMA 7 as a guide for timing.

Conservative buyers should wait for RSI to recover above 40 and MACD histogram to show improvement before initiating positions. Aggressive traders might consider beginning accumulation now with tight stop-losses below $145.

Risk management is crucial given the bearish momentum. Position sizes should be limited to 2-3% of portfolio allocation, with stop-losses set at $144 to limit downside to approximately 4%. Take-profit levels should be staged at $165, $180, and $195 to capture the full recovery potential while managing risk.

AAVE Price Prediction Conclusion
Our AAVE price prediction anticipates a recovery to $185-$195 within the next 4-6 weeks, representing a 23-30% gain from current levels. This forecast carries a medium confidence level, supported by oversold technical conditions and analyst consensus around similar price targets.

The key indicators to watch include RSI recovery above 40, MACD histogram improvement, and most importantly, AAVE's ability to hold above $146.40 support. Failure to maintain this level would invalidate the bullish thesis and potentially trigger further declines toward $132.

Traders should monitor the broader DeFi sector sentiment and Bitcoin's performance, as both significantly influence AAVE's price action. The prediction timeline extends through January 2026, with initial signs of recovery expected within 7-10 days if the technical setup holds.

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XRP was the most traded asset on Uphold in 2025. The exchange confirmed the ranking on X, thanking “one of the most engaged and supportive communities in the digital asset ecosystem.”

🟩 Top traded token: $XRP

XRP was the most traded asset on Uphold in 2025, driven by one of the most engaged and supportive communities in the digital asset ecosystem.

Thank you to the #XRP community for continuing to build, trade, and grow with us.https://t.co/BGBcotIStQ

— Uphold (@UpholdInc) December 30, 2025 XRP Rises While the Altcoin Market SlipsThe broader backdrop matters here, as this was not an easy year for crypto.

Bitcoin is down 30% from its ATH, and the overall altcoin market has fallen sharply too. Trading activity narrowed, and only a handful of tokens continued to attract consistent volume.

XRP was one of them.

Uphold has long been viewed as one of the more XRP-friendly platforms, having kept the token listed even during the height of regulatory uncertainty in the U.S. That decision appears to have paid off. As trading conditions tightened this year, XRP users stayed active.

Utility and Access Helped XRP Stand OutIn 2025, Uphold expanded XRP-related utility, including yield-focused options tied to the Flare Network. The platform also ran XRP-centered promotions earlier in the year, keeping the asset visible and liquid for users.

At the same time, Uphold itself was growing. The exchange added 74 new tokens, rolled out 45 blockchain integrations, and announced 16 new partnerships across payments and infrastructure. Even with more assets competing for attention, XRP still came out on top.

Legal Progress and ETFs Improved the OutlookXRP also benefited from changes outside the exchange. Legal developments reduced long-standing uncertainty, making the asset easier to evaluate for larger investors.

In November, the Canary Capital XRP ETF launched, adding a new way to gain exposure and interest expanded.

What’s Next for XRP in 2026?According to Motley Fool, analysts expect XRP to nearly triple to around $5 by 2030.

One key factor is XRP’s potential role as a bridge currency for cross-border payments on the Ripple network, where transactions are completed faster and at lower cost than traditional systems like SWIFT.

Separately, “World’s Smartest Man” Younghoon Kim, who claims an IQ of 276, wrote on X that XRP may outperform gold and silver in 2026.

My prediction: #XRP may outperform gold and silver in 2026.

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Cardano’s governance process closed out 2025 with a tangible green light: the “Critical Integrations Budget Info Action” has been ratified, a step EMURGO framed as foundational to getting priority ecosystem integrations funded and executed.

In a post on X late Tuesday, EMURGO said the action cleared with “6 out of 7 Constitutional Committee approval and over 85% DRep support,” positioning the proposal to move into its next, more consequential phase. “With the BIA complete, focus now shifts to the Treasury Withdrawal Action,” EMURGO wrote. “This next step transitions the proposal from intent to execution which requires continued active review and support from the CC and DReps.”

Why This Is Crucial For Cardano
The distinction matters in Cardano’s post-Voltaire governance flow. The Budget Info Action signals alignment around scope and direction, while the Treasury Withdrawal Action is the point at which the ecosystem’s intent is translated into an on-chain withdrawal, meaning governance scrutiny typically intensifies as the discussion moves from principle to disbursement.

EMURGO also used the moment to emphasize that the process is already yielding concrete outputs under what it called the “Critical Integrations framework,” describing coordination across the “Pentad” that includes Input Output (IOG), the Cardano Foundation, EMURGO, Intersect, and the Midnight Foundation.

Two integrations were highlighted as already confirmed. The first is Pyth Network, which EMURGO described as “real time, institutional-grade market data coming to Cardano,” aimed at supporting DeFi primitives that depend on robust price feeds. EMURGO pointed to use cases including “lending, derivatives, stablecoins, and onchain risk management,” underscoring that oracle availability remains a gating factor for more complex on-chain markets.

The second is Dune, which EMURGO said will bring “Cardano data integrated into a shared analytics platform used across the industry,” making on-chain activity “easier to analyze, compare, and build on.” For builders and funds that already rely on common analytics tooling across ecosystems, the pitch is straightforward: lower friction for monitoring Cardano activity alongside other chains, and less bespoke infrastructure work to get dashboards, queries, and reporting into production.

EMURGO cast the vote outcome as an indicator of governance maturity and ecosystem alignment, explicitly thanking Constitutional Committee members and DReps for participation “even during the holiday period.” It also framed the timing as a setup for 2026 execution, writing that “this momentum reflects an ecosystem working together with a shared goal” and that Cardano is “positioned to enter 2026 stronger, more capable, and ready to support the next phase of ecosystem growth with these critical integrations in place.”

The near-term question now shifts to whether the Treasury Withdrawal Action maintains similar levels of support as the conversation moves from approvals to actual treasury spend, an inflection point that will test not just consensus, but the community’s appetite for follow-through on what “critical integrations” should look like in practice.

At press time, ADA traded at $0.351.

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Winklevoss-backed Cypherpunk buys $28 million of zcash, now owns 1.7% of supplyCypherpunk Technologies boosted its zcash bet with a $28 million token purchase, lifting its holdings to 1.7% of ZEC’s circulating supply. Dec 31, 2025, 9:50 a.m.

Cypherpunk Technologies (CYPH), a digital asset treasury firm backed by the Winklevoss twins, said it bought $28 million worth of privacy coin zcash ZEC$524.44, taking its overall holdings to 290,062 ZEC ($152 million).

The Nasdaq-listed company said in a Tuesday press release that it purchased 56,418 tokens at an average price of $514.02 per token, and now holds roughly 1.76% of zcash's circulating supply.

STORY CONTINUES BELOW

The firm's cost average is $334.41, making it one of very few digital asset treasury companies that are in the black following a broad crypto market correction since October. ZEC has bucked that trend, and has risen more than 1,200% since September amid a positive shift in investor sentiment around privacy coins.

“We continue to execute on our goal of accumulating 5% of the Zcash network,” chief investment officer Will McEvoy said in the statement, adding that the company is "well positioned for a market that is repricing the societal importance of privacy."

Cypherpunk’s latest move follows a $18 million zcash purchase disclosed in November.

CYPH shares, which rose 11% to $1.31 on Tuesday, were recently about 1.5% lower in pre-market trading.

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