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SHENYANG, China, Dec. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On December 28, the launch ceremony of the 2025-2026 "Winter Snow, Warm Sunshine - Meet in Shenyang" Ice and Snow Carnival Series & the 3rd Snow Football Village Super League was held at Daomeng Town in Shenbei New District, Shenyang city, China. Lyu Zhicheng, Deputy Secretary of the CPC Shenyang Municipal Committee and Mayor of Shenyang, attended and announced the opening.

A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is available by clicking on this link.

In the winter of Shenyang, ice-and-snow consumption and winter sports are flourishing. Seizing the opportunity to prepare for the 15th National Winter Games, Shenyang is building a full industrial chain covering ice-and-snow tourism, winter sports, ice-snow culture, and winter sports equipment. This effort continuously enriches the supply of winter projects and services, thereby accelerating the development of the ice-and-snow economy as a new growth driver. This event was hosted by the Shenyang Municipal People's Government and jointly organized by the Publicity Department of the CPC Shenyang Municipal Committee, the Shenyang Municipal Bureau of Culture, Tourism, Radio and Television, the Shenyang Bureau of Sports, the People's Government of Shenbei New District, and the Shenyang Culture, Sports and Tourism Industry Development Group Co., Ltd.

The launch of this event not only marks the exciting beginning of Shenyang's ice-and-snow tourism season this winter but also signifies the official start of a high-quality, innovative event integrating culture, tourism, sports, and commerce. For the 2025-2026 ice-and-snow season, Shenyang will take "Winter Snow, Warm Sunshine - Meet in Shenyang" as its theme, coordinate cultural and tourism resources across the city, and launch nearly 300 cultural, tourism, sports, and commercial activities centered on "snow fun & hot springs, theater performances & art exhibitions, and New Year folk customs". The city sincerely presents six exquisite name cards - Ice and Snow, Culture, Warmth, Integration, Folk Customs, and Heartwarming Hospitality - to create a joyful carnival that blends tradition with modern creativity. With ice and sports at its core, Shenbei New District is launching the 3rd Snow Football Village Super League, innovatively integrating multiple models such as "football + ice and snow + hot springs + intangible cultural heritage + performances + marketplaces". The event has attracted over 100 teams from various districts of Shenyang, cities within the Shenyang Metropolitan Circle, and other provinces, creating a new winter cultural tourism IP.

During the event, attending leaders and guests visited the Daomeng Space Ice and Snow Market and the Ice and Snow World. A 400-meter-long snow slide has been put into use, accompanied by 40 ice-and-snow activities, regular fireworks displays, and a variety of special offerings, including local delicacies, medicinal cuisine, and warm beverages. Visitors shuttled between snowy landscapes and amusement activities, filled with the liveliness and joy of winter, vividly showcasing the strength and vitality of Shenyang's ice-and-snow economy.

Source: Publicity Department of the CPC Shenyang Municipal Committee

AUSTIN, TEXAS / ACCESS Newswire / December 29, 2025 / Interactive Strength Inc. (Nasdaq:TRNR) ("TRNR" or the "Company"), maker of innovative specialty fitness equipment under the Wattbike, CLMBR, and FORME brands, today provided an update regarding its previously announced, pending acquisition of, and working capital loan to, Sportstech Brands Holding GmbH ("Sportstech"). CEO Comments on the Sportstech Transaction and Working Capital Loan "We have a binding transaction agreement with Sportstech, as disclosed in February.

Nvidia leads the pack, but faces increasing competition and supply-chain challenges.

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December 29, 2025 22:13 ET

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Bunker Hill Mining Corp.

KELLOGG, Idaho and VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bunker Hill Mining Corp. (“Bunker Hill” or the “Company”) (TSXV:BNKR | OTCQB:BHLL) announces that it has elected to issue an aggregate of 1,578,430 shares of common stock of the Company (the “Interest Shares”) in full satisfaction of the interest payable as of December 31, 2025 under certain debt instruments (collectively, the “Interest Payments”), including (i) an aggregate of 450,980 Interest Shares to certain holders of 5.0% Series 1 secured convertible debentures (the “Series 1 Debentures”) for the aggregate interest of US$76,666.67 owing thereunder, (ii) an aggregate of 1,127,450 Interest Shares to certain holders of 5.0% Series 2 secured convertible debentures (the “Series 2 Debentures”) for the aggregate interest of US$191,666.67 owing thereunder, together with the Series 1 Debentures and the Series 2 Debentures, the “Debt Instruments”) for the aggregate interest of US$268,333.33 owing thereunder in connection with advances to the Company. The Series 1 Debentures and Series 2 Debentures mature on March 31, 2028 and March 31, 2029, respectively.

In accordance with the terms of the Debt Instruments, the Company will issue the Interest Shares at a price of USD$0.17 (approximately C$0.23) per Interest Share based on 90% of the 10-day volume weighted average trading price of the shares of common stock of the Company on the TSX Venture Exchange (the “TSX-V”) on the trading days beginning on December 12, 2025 and ending on December 29, 2025 (the “Pricing Period”).

In connection with the Interest Payments, the Company will issue an aggregate of 1,503,266 Interest Shares to certain managed accounts of Sprott Private Resource Streaming and Royalty Corp. (“Sprott”) and, accordingly, the issuance of such Interest Shares to Sprott will constitute a “related party transaction” within the meaning of Multilateral Instrument 61-101 – Protection of Minority Shareholder Approval (“MI 61-101”). The Company intends on relying on exemptions from the formal valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements under MI 61-101 as neither the fair market value of the Interest Shares to be issued to Sprott, nor the consideration received for such Interest Shares, will exceed 25% of the Company’s market capitalization. The Company did not file a material change report more than 21 days prior to the election to issue the Interest Shares as the Pricing Period only ended yesterday on December 26, 2025.

In addition to the Interest Shares, the Company has elected to issue shares of common stock of the Company (the “Shares for Services”) in exchange for general consulting services provided under a consulting agreement between the Company and Henderson House Holdings, LLC (the “Consultant”) dated August 1, 2025 (the “Consulting Agreement”). The Consultant was engaged to support the Company with government relations and financing initiatives from Washington, DC. In accordance with the terms of the Consulting Agreement, the Company will issue the Shares for Services, equal to US$15,000.00 per month, and awarded quarterly, over a 12-month period (the “Shares for Services Payment”). The Consulting Agreement also provides for a six percent (6%) cash bonus on any funds raised or awarded as a result of actions, referrals or relationships secured by the Consultant for the Company, as well as bonus awards of 0.5% paid in cash or one percent (1%) paid in shares of common stock of the Company for the following Company milestones:

Company raise/funding exceeds $60,000.00;Company raise/funding exceeds $100,000,000;Company raise/funding exceeds $175,000,000; andCompany raise/funding exceeds $250,000,000. The Company has elected to issue an aggregate 328,831 Shares for Services to satisfy the Shares for Services Payment for the period beginning on August 1, 2025 and ending on November 30, 2025. The Company will issue the Shares for Services at a price of C$0.1913 per Share for Services based on the 20-day volume weighted average trading price of the shares of common stock of the Company on the TSX-V on the trading days beginning on November 3, 2025 and ending on November 28, 2025.

The issuance of the Interest Shares is subject to the terms and conditions of the Debt Instruments and the issuance of the Shares for Services is subject to the terms and conditions of the Consulting Agreement. Both the Interest Shares and the Shares for Services are subject to the receipt of all regulatory approvals, including, without limitation, the approval of the TSX-V. Once issued, the Interest Shares and the Shares for Services will each be subject to a four-month and one-day hold period in accordance with applicable Canadian securities laws. The Interest Shares and the Shares for Services have not been, and will not be, registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “U.S. Securities Act”) or any U.S. state securities laws, and may not be offered or sold in the United States without registration under the U.S. Securities Act and all applicable state securities laws or in compliance with the requirements of an applicable exemption therefrom.

ABOUT BUNKER HILL MINING CORP.

Bunker Hill is an American mineral exploration and development company focused on revitalizing our historic mining asset: the renowned zinc, lead, and silver deposit in northern Idaho’s prolific Coeur d’Alene mining district. This strategic initiative aims to breathe new life into a once-productive mine, leveraging modern exploration techniques and sustainable development practices to unlock the potential of this mineral-rich region. Bunker Hill Mining Corp. aims to maximize shareholder value by responsibly harnessing the mineral wealth in the Silver Valley mining district, focusing our efforts on this single, high-potential asset. Information about the Company is available on its website, www.bunkerhillmining.com, or within the SEDAR+ and EDGAR databases.

On behalf of Bunker Hill

Sam Ash
President, Chief Executive Officer and Director

For additional information, please contact:

Brenda Dayton
Vice President, Investor Relations
T: 604.417.7952
E: [email protected]

Cautionary Statements

Neither the TSX-V nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX-V) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.

Certain statements in this news release are forward-looking and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Such forward-looking statements are within the meaning of that term in Section 27A of the U.S. Securities Act and Section 21E of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, as well as within the meaning of the phrase ‘forward-looking information’ in the Canadian Securities Administrators’ National Instrument 51-102 – Continuous Disclosure Obligations (collectively, “forward-looking statements”). Forward-looking statements are not comprised of historical facts. Forward-looking statements include estimates and statements that describe the Company’s future plans, objectives or goals, including words to the effect that the Company or management expects a stated condition or result to occur. Forward-looking statements may be identified by such terms as “believes”, “anticipates”, “expects”, “estimates”, “may”, “could”, “would”, “will”, “plan” or variations of such words and phrases.

Forward-looking statements in this news release include, but are not limited to, statements regarding: the Company’s objectives, goals or future plans, including the restart and development of the Bunker Hill Mine; the achievement of future short-term, medium-term and long-term operational strategies; and the terms and completion of the Interest Payments and Shares for Services Payments described herein, including the number and deemed pricing of the Interest Shares and Shares for Services issuable in connection therewith; and the Company receiving all regulatory and stock exchange approvals for the Interest Payments and the Shares for Services Payments. Forward-looking statements reflect material expectations and assumptions, including, without limitation, expectations and assumptions relating to: Bunker Hill’s ability to complete the Interest Payments on the terms described herein or at all; Bunker Hill’s ability to receive sufficient project financing for the restart and ongoing development of the Bunker Hill Mine on acceptable terms or at all; the future price of metals; and the stability of the financial and capital markets. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, those risks and uncertainties identified in public filings made by Bunker Hill with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) and with applicable Canadian securities regulatory authorities, and the following: the Company’s inability to raise additional capital for project activities, including through equity financings, concentrate offtake financings or otherwise; capital market conditions; restrictions on labor and its effects on international travel and supply chains; failure to identify mineral resources; failure to convert estimated mineral resources to reserves; the preliminary nature of metallurgical test results; the Company’s ability to restart and develop the Bunker Hill Mine and the risks of not basing a production decision on a feasibility study of mineral reserves demonstrating economic and technical viability, resulting in increased uncertainty due to multiple technical and economic risks of failure which are associated with this production decision including, among others, areas that are analyzed in more detail in a feasibility study, such as applying economic analysis to resources and reserves, more detailed metallurgy and a number of specialized studies in areas such as mining and recovery methods, market analysis, and environmental and community impacts and, as a result, there may be an increased uncertainty of achieving any particular level of recovery of minerals or the cost of such recovery, including increased risks associated with developing a commercially mineable deposit, with no guarantee that production will begin as anticipated or at all or that anticipated production costs will be achieved; failure to commence production would have a material adverse impact on the Company's ability to generate revenue and cash flow to fund operations; failure to achieve the anticipated production costs would have a material adverse impact on the Company's cash flow and future profitability; delays in obtaining or failures to obtain required governmental, environmental or other project approvals; political risks; changes in equity markets; uncertainties relating to the availability and costs of financing needed in the future; the inability of the Company to budget and manage its liquidity in light of the failure to obtain additional financing, including the ability of the Company to complete the payments pursuant to the terms of the agreement to acquire the Bunker Hill Mine complex; inflation; changes in exchange rates; fluctuations in commodity prices; delays in the development of projects; and capital, operating and reclamation costs varying significantly from estimates and the other risks involved in the mineral exploration and development industry. Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors used in preparing the forward-looking statements in this news release are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on such statements or information, which only applies as of the date of this news release, and no assurance can be given that such events will occur in the disclosed time frames or at all, including as to whether or when the Company will achieve its project finance initiatives, or as to the actual size or terms of those financing initiatives. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, other than as required by law. No stock exchange, securities commission or other regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein.

Readers are cautioned that the foregoing risks and uncertainties are not exhaustive. Additional information on these and other risk factors that could affect the Company’s operations or financial results are included in the Company’s annual report and may be accessed through the SEDAR+ website (www.sedarplus.ca) or through EDGAR on the SEC website (www.sec.gov).

December 29, 2025 22:20 ET

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Society Pass Incorporated

NEW YORK, Dec. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Society Pass Incorporated (Nasdaq: SOPA) (the “Company”), Southeast Asia’s (SEA) next generation e-commerce ecosystem, today announced the pricing of its best efforts public offering of an aggregate of 1,500,000 shares of its common stock (or common stock equivalents in lieu thereof) at a public offering price of $2.00 per share (or per common stock equivalent in lieu thereof), for aggregate gross proceeds of $3 million, before deducting the placement agent’s fees and other offering expenses payable by the Company. The offering is expected to close on December 31, 2025, subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions.

Rodman & Renshaw LLC is acting as the exclusive placement agent for the offering.

The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the offering for working capital and general corporate purposes, including operating expenses and capital expenditures.

The securities are being offered and sold pursuant to a registration statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-292060), which was declared effective by the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on December 29, 2025. The offering is being made only by means of a prospectus forming part of the effective registration statement relating to the offering. A preliminary prospectus relating to the offering has been filed with the SEC and a final prospectus relating to the offering will be filed with the SEC. Electronic copies of the final prospectus, when available, may be obtained on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov and may also be obtained, when available, by contacting Rodman & Renshaw LLC at 600 Lexington Avenue, 32nd Floor, New York, NY 10022, by telephone at (212) 540-4414, or by email at [email protected].

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any of the securities described herein, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or other jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or other jurisdiction.

About Society Pass Inc.
Founded in 2018 as an e-commerce ecosystem in the fast-growing markets of Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand, which account for more than 80% of the SEA population, and with offices located in Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Jakarta, Manila, and Singapore, Society Pass Incorporated (Nasdaq: SOPA) is an acquisition-focused holding company operating 3 interconnected verticals (digital media, travel, and lifestyle). Society Pass leverages technology to tailor a more personalised experience for customers in the purchase journey and to transform the entire retail value chain in SEA.

Society Pass completed an initial public offering and began trading on the Nasdaq under the ticker SOPA in November 2021.

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Traders brace for potential downturn as major digital assets face market pressure.

Key Takeaways

A major crypto trader has increased his bearish bets on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana.
The total value of these shorts has climbed to $169 million.

A large crypto trader has ramped up his bearish bets on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana, expanding the total value of his leveraged shorts to $169 million, according to data from Onchain Lens, an analytics platform that tracks blockchain trading activity.

The current position includes 36,281 ETH worth over $106 million, 552 BTC worth around $48 million, and 114,677 SOL worth approximately $14 million.

These aggressive short positions come as crypto prices are already under pressure. Bitcoin fell to $87,000 on Monday evening, while Ethereum traded below $3,000 and Solana slipped under $123, according to CoinGecko.

Bitcoin remains the largest decentralized crypto asset by market value, while Ethereum serves as the leading platform for smart contracts and decentralized applications. Solana is known for its high-speed transaction processing.

Disclaimer

Journalist

Posted: December 30, 2025

Rarible rallied 94.5% in the past 24 hours. CoinMarketCap data showed that the $7.27 million market cap token saw a 20-fold increase in daily trading volume.

The high volume was unable to break the $0.5 resistance, and the price was down to $0.35 at the time of writing.

As the native token of the Rarible NFT platform, Token Terminal data showed that onchain user counts were quite small. The metrics didn’t grow over time, either.

The token holders count has stayed at 24.4k-24.6k over the past year, and the active weekly users have been under 1,000 since April 2023. The platform’s NFT sales volume was also quite small.

Price analysis shows a year-long downtrend for RARI

Source: RARI/USD on TradingView

The bearish structure breaks since November were nothing new. Since January, RARI prices have been trending downward.

The CMF, which briefly climbed above +0.05, had previously climbed past the same benchmark in December 2024.

The OBV’s upward spike reflected the heavy trading volume during the weekend, but was not a sign of bullish confidence. To shift the swing structure, a move above the $0.5 level was needed, but it has not yet come.

Exploring the bullish case
The rally past $0.29, a recent local swing high, was a sign of a bullish internal structure shift. As noted earlier, the swing structure remained bearish. In this case, a revisit to the $0.29 level could see the RARI bounce resume.

This is an unlikely scenario, given the long-term downtrend and the lack of users and demand.

Traders’ call to action — Sell the bounce
Due to the Bitcoin [BTC] bounce to $90k on Monday, many altcoins saw a noticeable uptick in prices after steady losses in recent weeks. This was not the beginning of a recovery, but a bounce that sellers can target.

It was the same for the RARI token. A breakout past $0.5 would be a technical trend reversal, but it is hard to go long after a year of downtrend.

Final Thoughts

The RARI crypto token saw a sudden price bounce and an immense increase in trading volume.
After a year-long downtrend, the chances of a long-term trend reversal were slim.

Disclaimer: The information presented does not constitute financial, investment, trading, or other types of advice and is solely the writer’s opinion

Akashnath S is a Senior Journalist and Technical Analysis expert at AMBCrypto. He specializes in dissecting price action, identifying key market trends through advanced chart patterns, and forecasting both short-term and long-term asset trajectories.
His distinct analytical method is grounded in his academic training as a Chemical Engineer. This background provides him with a systematic, process-oriented approach to market data, enabling him to analyze the complex dynamics of financial markets with precision and objectivity.
Having actively covered the cryptocurrency space since the landmark 2017 market cycle, Akashnath possesses years of experience navigating both bull and bear markets. This seasoned perspective is critical to his insightful reporting on market volatility and evolution.
As an active market participant, Akashnath enhances his analysis with crucial, hands-on experience. This practical application of his technical skills ensures his insights are not merely theoretical, but are also relevant and actionable for an audience looking to understand and navigate trading opportunities. He is dedicated to educating readers on the nuances of technical analysis, empowering them with the knowledge to make more informed financial decisions.

Chainlink is trading under sustained pressure as the price continues to struggle below the $13 level, failing to regain the bullish momentum that defined earlier phases of the market cycle. Repeated attempts to reclaim higher ground have been rejected, reinforcing a cautious outlook among traders. As broader market sentiment remains fragile, a growing number of analysts are warning that LINK could face additional downside before a meaningful recovery takes shape.

Despite the weak price action, on-chain data tells a more nuanced story. Analyst at CryptoQuant, known as CryptoOnchain, reports that recent market data reveals a compelling convergence between on-chain metrics and technical structure, pointing to growing accumulation activity at current levels. While price remains compressed, underlying behavior suggests that larger market participants may be positioning quietly rather than exiting.

This divergence between declining price and improving on-chain signals is often observed during transitional phases of the market, when selling pressure begins to fade, but confidence has not yet returned. According to CryptoOnchain, indicators tracking exchange flows and holder behavior show signs of significant buying interest emerging beneath the surface, even as LINK struggles to attract speculative demand.

Exchange Outflows and Long-Term Support Point to Accumulation
The analysis highlights a notable shift in Chainlink’s on-chain and technical dynamics, starting with exchange netflows. According to the Binance Altcoins Token Netflow 7-day chart, Chainlink has seen a substantial withdrawal from Binance over the past week, with total outflows approaching $50 million.

This magnitude stands out when compared with other large-cap altcoins such as Uniswap (UNI) or The Sandbox (SAND), which have not experienced similar capital movements over the same period.

Binance Altcoin Token Netflow USD | Source: CryptoQuant
In on-chain analysis, large and sustained exchange outflows are commonly interpreted as a reduction in immediate selling pressure. Rather than preparing to sell, holders appear to be moving LINK into self-custody or long-term storage, signaling a shift toward holding behavior. This type of activity is often associated with accumulation phases, particularly when it occurs during periods of weak price action.

At the same time, the technical structure reinforces the on-chain signal. The LINK/USDT daily chart shows price resting directly on a long-term bullish trendline that has acted as dynamic support since 2020. Historically, this level has consistently attracted demand and limited deeper drawdowns during corrective phases.

The convergence of heavy exchange outflows and a retest of major historical support sends a strong signal of smart money accumulation. It suggests that larger investors view current levels as a strategic entry zone. Defending this support remains critical, as holding it would preserve Chainlink’s long-term bullish structure and increase the probability of a future trend reversal.

LINK Testing Structural Demand
Chainlink (LINK) continues to trade under pressure, with price hovering around the $12.50 level on the 3-day chart after an extended corrective phase. The structure shows a clear loss of bullish momentum following repeated rejections from the $20–$25 region earlier in the cycle. Since that peak, LINK has established a sequence of lower highs, confirming a medium-term downtrend that remains intact.

LINK testing key price level | Source: LINKUSDT chart on TradingView
From a technical perspective, LINK is currently trading below its short- and medium-term moving averages, which have rolled over and are now acting as dynamic resistance. The 50-period moving average sits well above the current price, reinforcing the idea that recent rebounds have been corrective rather than impulsive.

The longer-term moving average, however, is flattening near current levels, suggesting that selling pressure may be slowing as price approaches a historically important zone.

The $12–$13 range stands out as a key support area. This level has acted as a pivot multiple times over the past two years, repeatedly attracting demand during periods of broader market weakness. The fact that LINK is consolidating rather than breaking down aggressively suggests that sellers are losing momentum.

Volume behavior supports this view. While sell-offs earlier in the year were accompanied by sharp volume spikes, recent price action shows reduced participation, indicating distribution may be giving way to stabilization. For LINK to signal a meaningful trend reversal, bulls must reclaim the $15–$16 zone.

Featured image from ChatGPT, chart from TradingView.com 

After several weeks of sluggish price action, Bitcoin is once again exhibiting a familiar seasonal pattern by finding support and moving higher in late December. As the year draws to a close, the world’s largest cryptocurrency has stabilized following declines throughout November and early December, reinforcing a trend that has repeated itself across multiple market cycles.

Historically, Bitcoin price action tends to improve toward the end of the year. This is often driven by funds closing their books, a shift toward more defensive positioning, and a slowdown in aggressive selling. With liquidity typically thinner during this period, even modest buying pressure can result in upward price movements. The current Bitcoin rally aligns well with this established year-end behavior.

Recently, Bitcoin rebounded from lows in the mid-$80,000 range and reclaimed short-term levels between the high-$80,000s and low-$90,000s. While this recovery has helped restore confidence among traders, technical indicators suggest the move is more of a relief rally than a full trend reversal. Bitcoin remains below its key moving averages, with the 200-day moving average still well above current price levels. Additionally, the 50-day and 100-day moving averages continue to slope downward, reflecting the broader corrective structure still in place.

Momentum indicators have shown improvement, with the Relative Strength Index moving back above the neutral 50 level. However, the RSI is not yet in overbought territory, signaling stabilization rather than strong bullish acceleration. This technical setup suggests that while downside pressure has eased, sustained upside momentum has yet to be confirmed.

Bitcoin has frequently demonstrated strength during late December and early January, driven by portfolio rebalancing, tax-related positioning, and renewed optimism for the coming year. However, historical trends also show that these year-end rallies often lose steam by February, as institutional activity normalizes and market liquidity returns. As such, while the seasonal bounce is encouraging, traders and investors should remain cautious and watch closely for confirmation of a longer-term trend shift.

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Cardano (ADA) price action is showing early signs of a potential trend reversal as the asset rebounds roughly 13% from its December 25 low. While ADA remains down nearly 10% on a monthly basis, recent technical and on-chain signals suggest the current move may be more than just a short-term relief bounce. Traders and investors are closely watching whether ADA can confirm a breakout from a falling wedge pattern that has defined its downtrend since early November.

The falling wedge structure, typically considered a bullish reversal pattern, has guided ADA price lower for weeks. Recently, ADA approached the wedge’s upper trendline near the $0.38 resistance zone. A daily close above this level would confirm a breakout and open the door for a move toward $0.42 in the near term. Based on the wedge’s measured move, a confirmed breakout could eventually project an upside target toward the $0.69 region, representing a potential upside of nearly 79% from current levels.

Momentum indicators are reinforcing this bullish scenario. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) has formed a clear bullish divergence, with RSI making higher lows between December 1 and December 25 while ADA price printed lower lows. This divergence indicates weakening selling pressure and has already helped trigger the recent bounce. A sustained move above $0.38 would strengthen the case for a broader trend reversal rather than a temporary rebound.

On-chain data further supports the bullish outlook. Large Cardano holders, commonly referred to as whales, have been accumulating ADA as these breakout signals emerged. Wallets holding between 100 million and 1 billion ADA increased their combined balances by approximately 110 million ADA, signaling growing confidence among large investors. At the same time, on-chain coin activity has declined by over 20%, suggesting fewer older coins are being moved and sold, which reduces overall sell pressure.

Key resistance levels will ultimately determine ADA’s next major move. Reclaiming $0.47 would mark a significant structural shift, as this level previously rejected price advances in November and December. Above $0.51 and $0.55, bullish momentum could accelerate, making the $0.69 projection increasingly realistic. However, if ADA falls below $0.34, the breakout thesis weakens and the falling wedge remains in play.

As ADA tests these critical levels, the coming days could prove decisive for Cardano’s short- to medium-term trend.

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Journalist

Posted: December 30, 2025

Price dynamics for any asset depend on several factors, including activity from both spot and perpetual market participants.

Bitcoin continues to experience price fluctuations driven by these movements.

At present, these two groups are showing diverging patterns, pointing to a mix of bullish and bearish signals across the market. Below is a breakdown of what the data shows.

Bullish pattern surfaces
Analysis of the Average Spot Order Size points to a developing bullish sentiment that could support a stronger uptrend for Bitcoin [BTC].

The Average Spot Order Size highlights which side dominates trading activity during a specific period, as indicated by the size and color of the bubbles on the chart.

Historically, Bitcoin has tended to rally when a downtrend is followed by a green dot and then a red dot formation. In past cycles, this structure has often preceded upward price movement.

Source: CryptoQuant

This behavior is evident in the last three similar occurrences on the chart, each of which marked the start of a profitable phase and a notable Bitcoin rally.

However, data from Hyblock’s bid-to-ask ratio offers a more nuanced view of current spot market conditions, as the metric has begun to trend lower.

The data shows that while spot traders still lean bullish overall, bearish participation is gradually increasing, with sell orders starting to gain traction.

Broader picture
Spot trading activity has remained consistently bullish for several weeks, keeping the directional bias from this group tilted toward a bullish setup.

Over the past two days alone, spot investors accumulated approximately $113.23 million worth of Bitcoin.

CoinGlass data also shows that total spot purchases in December have surpassed $4.11 billion, reflecting strengthening market sentiment.

Source: CoinGlass

The perpetual market also continues to show a growing bullish bias. Trading volume in this segment has favored buyers, with the Taker Buy/Sell Ratio remaining above 1.

A reading above 1 indicates that buy volume has exceeded sell volume over the past day. Currently, total perpetual trading volume stands at $53.23 billion, marking a 151% increase over the same period.

Sellers on the wrong side
Recent perpetual market data suggests that selling has become less profitable.

The chart shows significant losses among traders who opened short positions over the past day.

Short traders recorded losses of $40.56 million, while long traders lost only $2.47 million. This imbalance puts losses at roughly a 16.4:1 ratio, indicating a much higher liquidation risk for shorts than for longs.

Source: CoinGlass

Funding Rate data further supports this view. The metric, which reflects whether long or short positions dominate the market, currently favors buyers.

The Funding Rate stands at approximately 0.0077%, a positive reading that confirms long-side dominance. If sustained, a positive Funding Rate remains constructive for Bitcoin’s price over the longer term.

Final Thoughts

Bitcoin’s average spot order size shows a pattern that hints at a potential price rally.
The bid-to-ask ratio suggests selling pressure is building in the spot market, even as perpetual traders remain bullish.

Cryptocurrencies, the stock market, and commodities, including gold and silver, struggled on Monday ahead of the release of the Federal Reserve’s meeting minutes.

CryptocurrencyGains +/-Price (Recorded at 8:30 p.m. ET)Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC)-1.03%$87,054.88Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH)
               -1.13%$2,926.76XRP (CRYPTO: XRP)                         -1.27%$1.84Solana (CRYPTO: SOL)                         -2.82%$122.87Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE)                         -1.76%$0.1225Bitcoin Gets Rejected At $90,000Bitcoin surged beyond $90,000, only to reverse and fall back to $86,000 in the early trading hours. Trading volume for the apex cryptocurrency jumped 187% over the last 24 hours, indicating high liquidity and trader interest.

Ethereum’s rally beyond $3,000 was also halted, as the second-largest cryptocurrency dipped and subsequently consolidated in the $2,900 range. Trading volume more than doubled in the 24-hour period. XRP and Dogecoin also recorded noticeable drops.

Shares of cryptocurrency-linked stocks Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR) and Coinbase Global Inc. (NASDAQ:COIN) closed down 2.15% and 1.32%, respectively, during the regular trading session.

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Over $270 million was liquidated from the cryptocurrency market in the last 24 hours, according to Coinglass, with roughly $160 million in bullish long bets wiped out.

Interestingly, Bitcoin's open interest rose 0.52% in the last 24 hours. A drop in the spot price combined with a rise in its open interest in futures or options typically indicates a bearish trend or short build-up.

The "Extreme Fear" sentiment continued to dominate the market, according to the Crypto Fear and Greed Index.

Top Gainers (24 Hours) 

Cryptocurrency (Market Cap>$100 M)Gains +/-Price (Recorded at 8:30 p.m. ET)0x Protocol (ZRX )   +31.03%    $0.1652Pieverse (PIEVERSE )                 +23.35%      $0.6302RaveDAO (RAVE )          +16.40%      $0.4442The global cryptocurrency market capitalization stood at $2.95 trillion, marking a decline of 1% in the last 24 hours.

Stocks kicked off the final trading week of 2025 on a down note. The Dow Jones Industrial Average retreated 249.04 points, or 0.51%, to end at 48,461.93. The S&P 500 fell 0.35% to settle at 6,905.74, while the tech-focused Nasdaq Composite declined 0.50% to finish the day at 23,474.35.

In commodities news, silver fell roughly 10% after reaching record highs of over $80 per ounce earlier in the day. Similarly. Gold pulled back more than 4% from its record high of $4,550 per ounce

Meanwhile, investors await the Federal Reserve’s December meeting minutes, due Tuesday, for clues on future monetary policy.

A Green Signal For Bitcoin?Michaël van de Poppe, a widely followed cryptocurrency commentator, noticed a bullish divergence between Bitcoin and gold.

"Gold comes down, Bitcoin consolidates and this starts to look better," Van De Poppe stated. "On top of that, given that this is a valid bullish divergence, it implies that Bitcoin is likely to outperform Gold in the coming period."

“The big rotation is on the horizon,” the analyst added.

Darkfrost from CryptoQuant’s on-chain analytics team noted that long-term Bitcoin holders have eased their selling to the extent that their supply is now growing once more, even as short-term holders keep accumulating BTC.

"Historically, such shifts have often preceded the formation of consolidation phases or even bullish recoveries, depending on how the broader trend evolves," the analyst said.

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Bitcoin and ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) ended the holiday-shortened week under pressure, while XRP and solana funds quietly extended their positive momentum. Bitcoin and Ether Funds See Broad Outflows While XRP, Solana Stay Resilient The final full trading week before year-end delivered a familiar pattern.

Bitcoin ripped above $90,000 on weekend volatility, then reversed fast as liquidations hit both sides and price fell back toward the high $88,000s. Meanwhile, a CoinCodex 365 day forecast shows Bitcoin down about 5% by Dec. 2026, while Ethereum targets about a 61% gain.

Weekend Bitcoin Whipsaw Breaks $90K, Then Dumps and Triggers LiquidationsBitcoin swung sharply over the weekend as a social media post highlighted a fast rally above $90,000 and a quick reversal that erased the move.

Bitcoin TetherUS 15 Binance. Source: Bull Theory on X

Bull Theory said Bitcoin jumped about $3,000 in roughly four hours late Sunday, then pushed through $90,000 and triggered $103 million in short liquidations. The account framed the move as “weekend manipulation,” but it provided no direct evidence beyond the price action and liquidation figures.

However, the rally faded as trading rolled into Monday. Bull Theory said Bitcoin then dropped about $2,700 and liquidated $40 million in long positions, which it said wiped out the earlier gains.

A shared BTCUSDT chart from Binance showed a steep green run into the low $90,000s, followed by a steady drift lower and then a large red selloff that pushed price back toward the high $88,000s. The chart annotation described the sequence as a $3,000 pump in four hours, then a roughly $2,000 drop in about one hour during the sharpest leg down.

Large intraday moves often cluster around thin liquidity periods, and weekends can amplify swings as fewer market makers and lower volumes leave order books more sensitive to large orders. Even so, the post’s “manipulation” claim remains an allegation, while the liquidation numbers point to forced exits as leverage met fast price changes.

Bitcoin vs Ethereum Forecast Splits for 2026 as ETH Model Targets 61% GainMeanwhile, Bitcoin’s forecast points to mild downside pressure over the next year. The model places Bitcoin’s current price near $87,780, while the projected price by December 2026 sits lower at $83,350, a decline of about 5%. The chart shows a wide range, with a predicted high near $105,543 in February 2026 and a projected low around $74,425 by December 2026. The dotted Bitcoin line trends gradually downward across the year, which signals weakening momentum after early strength.

1 Year Prediction Comparison BTC ETH 365D. Source: CoinCodex

In contrast, Ethereum’s outlook remains stronger across the same period. Ethereum trades near $2,963, while the projected price by December 2026 rises to about $4,768, implying a gain of roughly 61%. The model also shows a higher volatility band, with a predicted peak near $5,798 in April 2026 and a projected low around $3,042. The Ethereum projection line trends upward overall, despite several pullbacks during the year.

The lower section of the chart highlights relative performance rather than absolute price. Ethereum’s projected returns fluctuate sharply but stay positive for most of the period, climbing toward the upper range by year end. Bitcoin’s projected returns, however, drift lower and remain compressed near the baseline, reflecting weaker relative performance.

Taken together, the chart suggests a scenario where Bitcoin consolidates after prior gains, while Ethereum carries stronger upside expectations over the same horizon. The data reflects model based projections rather than guarantees and highlights how forecasts currently favor Ethereum in relative growth through 2026.

Bitcoin price failed to clear $90,000 and trimmed all gains. BTC is now consolidating losses and might struggle to stay above $86,500.

Bitcoin started a recovery wave but failed to surpass $90,000.
The price is trading below $88,000 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average.
There is a declining channel forming with resistance at $87,500 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken).
The pair might continue to move down if it trades below the $86,500 zone.

Bitcoin Price Dips Sharply
Bitcoin price attempted a fresh increase above $88,500 and started a recovery wave. BTC even climbed above the $89,000 barrier but struggled near $90,000.

A high was formed at $90,298 before the bears appeared. There was a sharp downside reaction below $89,000. BTC trimmed all gains and even dived below $88,000. A low was formed at $86,700, and the price is now consolidating losses below the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $90,298 swing high to the $86,700 low.

Bitcoin is now trading below $88,000 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. If the price remains stable above $86,500, it could attempt a fresh recovery wave. Immediate resistance is near the $87,500 level. Besides, there is a declining channel forming with resistance at $87,500 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair.

The first key resistance is near the $88,000 level. The next resistance could be $88,500 and the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $90,298 swing high to the $86,700 low.

Source: BTCUSD on TradingView.com
A close above the $88,500 resistance might send the price further higher. In the stated case, the price could rise and test the $89,200 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $90,000 level. The next barrier for the bulls could be $90,500 and $91,200.

Another Decline In BTC?
If Bitcoin fails to rise above the $88,500 resistance zone, it could start another decline. Immediate support is near the $86,500 level. The first major support is near the $86,000 level.

The next support is now near the $85,500 zone. Any more losses might send the price toward the $85,000 support in the near term. The main support sits at $83,500, below which BTC might accelerate lower in the near term.

Technical indicators:

Hourly MACD – The MACD is now gaining pace in the bearish zone.

Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for BTC/USD is now below the 50 level.

Major Support Levels – $87,500, followed by $88,000.

Major Resistance Levels – $86,500 and $86,000.

Oil prices retreated a touch early on Tuesday after rising more than 2% in the previous session, partly driven by spillover from a pullback in precious metals even as escalating Russia–Ukraine tensions left markets grappling with supply disruption fears.

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SummaryWhile consumer discretionary has upside, the consumer staples ETFs XLP, IYK, and KXI face underappreciated risks despite their reputation for resilience and stable dividends.Recent performance looks fine at first but lags the S&P 500, and XLP is more exposed to Walmart and Costco concentration, which distorts results compared to diversified ETFs.Competition is squeezing both ends as niche premium brands and cheaper private labels gain share while fast changing consumer preferences weaken the dominance of giants.Growth is modest, but valuations stay high, with names like KO, PG, and CL trading around 20x earnings.Although I view both KXI and XLP as holds, I prefer KXI for its greater diversification, which helps in complex times like these. Hitra/iStock via Getty Images

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If there’s one thing that’s undoubtedly true over the past decade, it’s that technology stocks have been blistering hot.

And it’s been for very understandable reasons – many of these companies’ products have entirely changed the way the world behaves. People stay solely connected through digital channels such as social media, students are now taking their exams online, and consumers are even utilizing digital apps that allow for grocery delivery.

But while all that sounds fun and exciting, many have overlooked simple businesses that aren’t overly flashy. This includes companies that take care of waste management, provide staffing uniforms, and even energy drink providers, to give a few examples.

Many of these companies fall into the Consumer Staples sector, whose businesses face steady demand across many economic conditions. In other words, people will want their trash picked up no matter the state of the economy, and we all obviously enjoy our caffeine buzz.

And perhaps to the surprise of some, these non-technology companies have seen wildly strong performance, with their lower beta nature providing nice shields against volatility.

Cintas Outperforms MetaFor example, Cintas (CTAS - Free Report) , the company responsible for providing staffing uniforms and other relevant materials to employers, has gained +830% over the last decade, which compares to a +530% gain from high-flying Meta Platforms (META - Free Report) . Cintas’ 25% annualized return over the period even outpaces the S&P 500’s +15.3% annualized return over the same period. 

And maybe even more shockingly, Cintas shares have nearly kept pace with even Microsoft over the last decade, with MSFT shares up +900% compared to Cintas’ +830% gain. While these investments are typically labeled as ‘boring,’ their stability is undeniable.

Simply put, you don’t have to buy tech stocks to see great returns. Lesser-discussed companies like Cintas have built consistent, dependable growth by doing the ‘simple’ things exceptionally well. Of course, they’re likely not to impress investors given their less-flashy nature, but sometimes boring is better.  

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