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Partner Reed Kathrein Urges KMX Investors to Contact Firm Before January 2, 2026 Lead Plaintiff Deadline

December 16, 2025 21:02 ET

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Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP

SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- National investor rights law firm Hagens Berman reminds investors that the Lead Plaintiff Deadline in the securities class action lawsuit against CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX) -- January 2, 2026 – is rapidly approaching.

The lawsuit alleges that CarMax and certain of its executives misled investors about the true stability and growth prospects of its core business, leading to two separate and massive stock crashes. Hagens Berman urges investors who suffered substantial losses—particularly those affected by the total 44% stock decline following the September earnings miss and the November CEO termination—to contact the firm now to discuss their rights.

Class Period: Investors who purchased CarMax (KMX) securities between June 20, 2025, and November 5, 2025.

Lead Plaintiff Deadline: January 2, 2026.

The Dual Focus of the CarMax (KMX) Securities Fraud Suit

The complaint highlights two central, undisclosed issues that allegedly led to the stock’s inflation and ultimate collapse:

Alleged ConcealmentAlleged MisrepresentationsAlleged Adverse Impact on BusinessUnsustainable DemandCarMax touted robust Q1 2026 growth, failing to disclose that it was a temporary "pull-forward of customer demand" (customers buying early to avoid announced tariffs).Distortion of core retail demand and that could not be sustained in later quarters.CarMax Auto Finance (CAF) RiskManagement assured investors they “feel good about our reserve.”Massive and unexpected increase in Loan Loss Provision ($142 million) due to high default risk, crippling future earnings.Underlying Business WeaknessExecutives allegedly assured investors of “earnings growth for years to come.”CEO termination and drastic cut to forward guidance, signaling fundamental, systemic weakness in business operations.    The complaint alleges that the truth was disclosed in two stages: First, on September 25, 2025, CarMax announced dismal Q2 results, including a 24% net EPS fall and a surprising $142 million loan loss provision—a 40% sequential jump. The stock fell 20%. Second, on November 6, 2025, the unexpected termination of the CEO amid weak Q3 guidance prompted another severe stock decline.

“The January 2nd deadline is critical for CarMax investors seeking a leadership role in this case,” said Reed Kathrein, the Hagens Berman partner leading the firm’s investigation of the alleged claims. “This lawsuit alleges not one, but two, massive stock drops caused by the alleged concealment of operational truths: that sales were artificially driven by a tariff event, and that the risk in the lending portfolio was escalating out of control. We are actively investigating whether management falsely assured investors of growth while the foundation of the business was allegedly showing these deep cracks.”

What You Can Do: If you purchased CarMax (KMX) securities during the Class Period and suffered significant losses, you are encouraged to contact Hagens Berman immediately.

TO SUBMIT YOUR CARMAX (KMX) STOCK LOSSES NOW, PLEASE USE THE SECURE FORM BELOW:

KMX Loss SubmissionContact: Reed Kathrein, 844-916-0895 or email: [email protected]: www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7pZGIVuGGo&feature=youtu.be
If you’d like more information and answers to frequently asked questions about the CarMax case and our investigation, visit Hagans Berman’s KMX case-specific page: www.hbsslaw.com/investor-fraud/kmx

Whistleblowers: Persons with non-public information regarding CarMax should consider their options to help in the investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower program. Under the new program, whistleblowers who provide original information may receive rewards totaling up to 30 percent of any successful recovery made by the SEC. For more information, call Reed Kathrein at 844-916-0895 or email [email protected].

About Hagens Berman
Hagens Berman is a global plaintiffs’ rights complex litigation firm focusing on corporate accountability. The firm is home to a robust practice and represents investors as well as whistleblowers, workers, consumers and others in cases achieving real results for those harmed by corporate negligence and other wrongdoings. Hagens Berman’s team has secured more than $2.9 billion in this area of law. More about the firm and its successes can be found at hbsslaw.com. Follow the firm for updates and news at @ClassActionLaw.

Contact:
Reed Kathrein, 844-916-0895

Hagens Berman KMX Alert

SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kioxia America, Inc. today announced that its AiSAQ™ approximate nearest neighbor search (ANNS) software technology has been integrated into Milvus (starting with version 2.6.4), among the world's most widely adopted open-source vector databases, created by Zilliz. This integration with Milvus gives developers and enterprises an easy, practical path to scaling AI applications without facing prohibitive memory costs.

, /PRNewswire/ -- Uxin Limited ("Uxin" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: UXIN), China's leading used car retailer, today announced the official opening of its used car superstore in the city of Jinan in Shandong Province. The Jinan location marks Uxin's fifth large-scale superstore, following successful openings in Xi'an, Hefei, Wuhan, and Zhengzhou.

Phase one of the Jinan superstore encompasses approximately 40,000 square meters and can accommodate more than 1,000 vehicles for display and sale at full capacity. The superstore's launch will further strengthen Uxin's market presence across Northern China and the Shandong province, accelerating the shift toward scaled, branded, and standardized used car retailing in the area.

As the capital city of Shandong Province, Jinan has emerged as a fast-growing automotive hub. The city now has over 4 million registered vehicles, making it one of Shandong's most important auto consumption markets and a key driver of regional consumption growth. Beyond serving local demand, Jinan's strategic location enables it to radiate across the entire province and act as a vital transportation and logistics hub connecting Eastern and Northern China, as well as supporting broader Belt and Road trade flows. These advantages create significant potential for the development of large-scale used car circulation.

With the opening of the Jinan superstore, Uxin has now completed all three new superstores planned for 2025. Looking ahead, the Company expects to open four to six additional superstores in 2026. Previously, Uxin has already announced strategic partnership agreements for new superstores in Guangzhou, Tianjin, and Yinchuan, with planning and development for other locations progressing steadily.

About Uxin

Uxin is China's leading used car retailer, pioneering industry transformation with advanced production, new retail experiences, and digital empowerment. We offer high-quality and value-for-money vehicles as well as superior after-sales services through a reliable, one-stop, and hassle-free transaction experience. Under our omni-channel strategy, we are able to leverage our pioneering online platform to serve customers nationwide and establish market leadership in selected regions through offline superstores with inventory capacities ranging from 2,000 to 8,000 vehicles. Leveraging our extensive industry data and continuous technology innovation throughout more than ten years of operation, we have established strong used car management and operation capabilities. We are committed to upholding our customer-centric approach and driving the healthy development of China's used car industry.

Safe Harbor Statement

This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates" and similar statements. Among other things, the business outlook and quotations from management in this announcement, as well as Uxin's strategic and operational plans, contain forward-looking statements. Uxin may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the SEC, in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about Uxin's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: Uxin's goal and strategies; its expansion plans; its future business development, financial condition and results of operations; Uxin's expectations regarding demand for, and market acceptance of, its products and services; its ability to provide differentiated and superior customer experience, maintain and enhance customer trust in its platform, and assess and mitigate various risks, including credit; its expectations regarding maintaining and expanding its relationships with business partners, including financing partners; trends and competition in China's used car e-commerce industry and other related industries; the laws and regulations relating to Uxin's industry; the general economic and business conditions; and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in Uxin's filings with the SEC. All information provided in this press release and in the attachments is as of the date of this press release, and Uxin does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

For investor and media enquiries, please contact: 
Uxin Limited Investor Relations
Uxin Limited
Email: [email protected]

The Blueshirt Group
Mr. Jack Wang
Phone: +86 166-0115-0429
Email: [email protected]

SOURCE Uxin Limited

Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - December 16, 2025) - Diamond Estates Wines & Spirits Inc. (TSXV: DWS) ("Diamond Estates" or the "Company") announces the replacement of $4,654,000 aggregate principal amount of 10.0% unsecured convertible debentures of the Company (the "2024 Replacement Debentures"), which includes (i) the $2,850,000 aggregate principal amount of 10.0% unsecured convertible debentures of the Company issued to 3346625 Canada Inc. ("Lassonde Holding"), (ii) the $500,000 aggregate principal amount of 10.0% unsecured convertible debentures of the Company issued to Lassonde Industries Inc. ("Lassonde Industries", a joint actor of Lassonde Holding and together with Lassonde Holding, the "Lassonde Group"), and (iii) the $1,304,000 aggregate principal amount of 10.0% unsecured convertible debentures of the Company issued to Raymond James Ltd. in trust for MacNicol & Associates Asset Management Inc., with new debentures (the "2025 Replacement Debentures") maturing on November 9, 2026, the whole in accordance with the terms of the 2024 Replacement Debentures.

The material terms of the 2025 Replacement Debentures, including their principal amounts, are the same as the 2024 Replacement Debentures, other than: (i) the conversion price, which is now $0.22; and (ii) the maturity date, which is now November 9, 2026.

Lassonde Holding and Lassonde Industries, insiders of the Company, accepted an amendment to their existing debenture holdings by exchanging the 2024 Replacement Debentures for an aggregate of $3,350,000 in principal amount of 2025 Replacement Debentures, which are subject to a four month and one day hold period from the date of issuance in accordance with Canadian securities laws. The issuance of the 2025 Replacement Debentures to such insiders (the "Insider Issuance") may be considered related party transactions within the meaning of TSXV Policy 5.9 and Multilateral Instrument 61-101 - Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions ("MI 61 101"). As the Company's securities are listed on the TSX Venture Exchange ("TSXV"), the Insider Issuance is exempt from the formal valuation requirements of MI 61-101 pursuant to subsection 5.5(b) of MI 61-101. The Insider Issuance was, however, approved by a simple majority of the disinterested shareholders at the Company's annual general and special meeting of shareholders on October 30, 2025, and is subject to the final approval of the TSXV.

About Diamond Estates Wines and Spirits Inc.

Diamond Estates Wines and Spirits Inc. is a producer of high-quality wines and ciders as well as a sales agent for over 120 beverage alcohol brands across Canada. The Company operates four production facilities, three in Ontario and one in British Columbia, that produce predominantly VQA wines under such well-known brand names as 20 Bees, Creekside, D'Ont Poke the Bear, EastDell, Lakeview Cellars, Mindful, Shiny Apple Cider, Fresh Wines, Red Tractor, Seasons, Serenity and Backyard Vineyards.

Through its commercial division, Trajectory Beverage Partners, the Company serves as the sales agent for a wide range of leading international beverage brands.

Wine Portfolio:

Trajectory represents renowned wine brands, including Fat Bastard and Gabriel Meffre from France; Kaiken from Argentina; Kings of Prohibition from Australia; Yealands, Kono, Tohu, and Joiy Sparkling Wine from New Zealand; Talamonti and Cielo from Italy; Porta 6, Julia Florista, Boas Quintas, Catedral, and Cabeca de Toiro from Portugal; as well as C.K Mondavi & Family, Charles Krug, Line 39, Harken, FitVine, and Rabble from California. Trajectory also represents a broad portfolio of wines sold exclusively to restaurants, bars and private consumers.

Spirits Portfolio:

The Company also represents distinguished spirit brands such as Tag Vodka, Ginslinger Gin, and Barnburner Whisky from Ontario; Cofradia Tequila and Hussong's Tequila from Mexico; Islay Mist and Waterproof blended Scotch whiskies from Scotland; Glen Breton Canadian whiskies from Nova Scotia; Five Farms Irish Cream Liqueur and Broker's Gin from the UK; Tequila Rose Strawberry Cream, 360 Vodka, and Holladay Bourbon from the USA; Giffard Liqueurs from France; and Becherovka from the Czech Republic.

Beer, Cider, and RTD Portfolio:

In the beer, cider, and ready-to-drink (RTD) categories, Trajectory represents TAG and Ginslinger RTDs, and Darling Mimosas from Ontario; Rodenbach beer from Belgium; La Trappe beer from the Netherlands; and Warsteiner beer from Germany.

Early Warning Disclosure

On December 16, 2025, Lassonde Holding, a corporation controlled by Mr. Pierre-Paul Lassonde, was issued a 2025 Replacement Debenture in the aggregate principal amount of $2,850,000 and Lassonde Industries was issued a 2025 Replacement Debenture in the aggregate principal amount of $500,000.

Prior to the issuance of the 2025 Replacement Debentures, Lassonde Industries directly owned 32,846,506 common shares in the capital of the Company ("Common Shares"), $500,000 in principal amount of 2024 Replacement Debentures and 847,603 deferred share units, which may be settled, at the discretion of Diamond Estates, for up to 847,603 Common Shares. Additionally, prior to the issuance of the 2025 Replacement Debentures, Lassonde Holding directly owned 2,117,824 Common Shares and $2,850,000 in principal amount of 2024 Replacement Debentures.

As such, prior to the issuance of the 2025 Replacement Debentures, the Lassonde Group held 34,964,330 Common Shares, representing approximately 51.56% (on a non-diluted basis) of the then issued and outstanding Common Shares, $3,350,000 in principal amount of 2024 Replacement Debentures and 847,603 deferred share units.

Following the issuance of the 2025 Replacement Debentures, based on the number of issued and outstanding Common Shares and without additional issuance or conversion of securities (including the 2025 Replacement Debentures), the security holdings of the Lassonde Group in Diamond Estates have not changed, except that the Lassonde Group now owns $3,350,000 in principal amount of 2025 Replacement Debentures in lieu of the 2024 Replacement Debentures.

The 2025 Replacement Debentures are convertible into Common Shares.

If Lassonde Industries was to convert all of its 2025 Replacement Debentures (exclusive of accrued interest, including interest on the 2024 Replacement Debentures), it would own, directly or indirectly, 35,119,233 Common Shares, representing approximately 50.11% of the issued and outstanding Common Shares (based on the then current number of issued and outstanding Common Shares, assuming no additional issuance or conversion) and if Lassonde Holding was to convert all of its 2025 Replacement Debentures (exclusive of accrued interest, including interest on the 2024 Replacement Debentures), it would own, directly or indirectly, 15,072,369 Common Shares, representing approximately 18.66% of the issued and outstanding Common Shares (based on the then current number of issued and outstanding Common Shares, assuming no additional issuance or conversion). If both Lassonde Industries and Lassonde Holding were to convert all of their 2025 Replacement Debentures, the Lassonde Group would own, directly or indirectly, 50,191,602 Common Shares, representing approximately 60.44% of the issued and outstanding Common Shares (based on the then current number of issued and outstanding Common Shares, assuming no additional issuance or conversion).

The participation by the Lassonde Group in the issuance of the 2025 Replacement Debentures was undertaken for investment purposes and to assist Diamond Estates with the execution of its strategic plan.

The Lassonde Group may, from time to time, acquire additional securities of Diamond Estates for investment purposes and to assist Diamond Estates with the execution of its strategic plan and may, from time to time, increase or decrease its beneficial ownership or control of Diamond Estates depending on market or other conditions, general economic conditions, Diamond Estates' business and financial condition and other factors.

This news release is being issued as required by National Instrument 62-103 - The Early Warning System and Related Take-Over Bid and Insider Reporting Issues and National Instrument 62-104 - Take-Over Bids and Issuer Bids and relates to: (a) Lassonde Holding, whose head office is located at 54 rang de la Montagne, Rougemont, Québec, J0L 1M0 and (b) Lassonde Industries, whose head office is located at 755 rue Principale, Rougemont, Québec, J0L 1M0. Copies of the early warning reports with additional information in respect of the foregoing matters will be available under the Company's profile on the SEDAR+ website at www.sedarplus.ca or by contacting:

For Lassonde Holding:
Pierre Boulais, Financial Director
3346625 Canada Inc.
54 Rang de la Montagne, Rougemont, Québec, J0L 1M0
450-469-2912

For Lassonde Industries:
Éric Gemme, Chief Financial Officer
Lassonde Industries Inc.
755 rue Principale, Rougemont, Québec, J0L 1M0
450-469-4926, ext. 10456

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements. Often, but not always, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as "plans", "expects" or "does not expect", "is expected", "estimates", "intends", "anticipates" or "does not anticipate", or "believes", or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken, occur or be achieved. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Diamond Estates to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Actual results and developments are likely to differ, and may differ materially, from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements contained in this press release. Forward-looking statements are based on a number of assumptions which may prove to be incorrect, including, but not limited to the economy generally; consumer interest in the services and products of the Company; financing; competition; and anticipated and unanticipated costs. While the Company acknowledges that subsequent events and developments may cause its views to change, the Company specifically disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing the views of the Company as of any date subsequent to the date of this press release. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements.

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

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Ethereum is trading below the $3,000 level as selling pressure continues to weigh on the broader crypto market. After weeks of unstable price action, ETH has failed to reclaim key psychological and technical levels, reinforcing a fragile market structure.

Sentiment remains decisively bearish, with fear and even apathy starting to dominate trader behavior. Volatility has compressed, participation has thinned, and many analysts are increasingly pointing toward a prolonged bear market scenario extending into 2026.

This lack of conviction is not limited to retail participants. According to data shared by Lookonchain, two large whales dumped a combined 14,000 ETH, worth approximately $40.82 million, in just the past two hours. Such aggressive selling during already weak conditions adds pressure to an asset that is struggling to attract sustained demand.

While isolated whale activity does not define the broader trend on its own, timing matters. Large distributions during periods of low liquidity often amplify downside moves and reinforce negative sentiment across the market.

Ethereum Whale Selling Meets Long-Term Conviction
Arkham data shared by Lookonchain reveals fresh evidence of large-scale selling as Ethereum trades under sustained pressure. Address 0x2802 sold 10,000 ETH, worth approximately $29.16 million, at an average price of $2,915.5 through decentralized exchanges.

Shortly after, another whale, 0x4c0A, offloaded 4,000 ETH, valued at around $11.66 million, distributing the sale across multiple centralized venues, including OKX, Binance, KuCoin, and Gate. The timing and coordination of these moves reinforce the current bearish tone, particularly as liquidity remains thin and broader market sentiment leans defensive.

Ethereum Whale Transactions | Source: Arkham
In the short term, such activity adds to downside pressure and fuels uncertainty among smaller investors, who often interpret whale selling as a signal of deeper weakness ahead. However, price action and sentiment do not tell the full story. Despite the drawdown, Ethereum’s fundamentals continue to strengthen at a pace rarely seen before. Institutional adoption is accelerating, not slowing.

Most notably, JP Morgan recently announced the use of Ethereum to launch its first tokenized money-market fund, a milestone that underscores growing confidence in Ethereum as a settlement and financial infrastructure layer. While markets may remain bearish in the near term, the divergence between price sentiment and fundamental progress is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore.

Ethereum Price Struggles to Hold Key Weekly Support
Ethereum continues to trade under pressure on the weekly chart, with price now sitting around $2,950 after a sharp rejection from the $3,200–$3,300 region. This area previously acted as a key pivot zone and has now clearly flipped into resistance. The inability to reclaim it confirms that sellers remain in control of the medium-term structure.

ETH consolidates around critical support level | Source: ETHUSDT chart on TradingView
From a trend perspective, ETH is consolidating around its 200-week moving average (red line), a historically important level that often determines whether corrections remain cyclical or evolve into deeper bearish phases. So far, this moving average is acting as dynamic support, preventing a more aggressive breakdown. However, momentum remains weak, and upside follow-through is limited.

The 50-week and 100-week moving averages (blue and green lines) are beginning to flatten and converge, reflecting indecision and reduced trend strength. Volume also remains muted compared to prior expansion phases, suggesting that neither strong accumulation nor capitulation is taking place at current levels.

Structurally, ETH remains in a wide consolidation range between $2,500 and $3,300. A weekly close below the $2,800–$2,900 area would expose downside toward the lower end of that range. Conversely, reclaiming $3,300 is required to reestablish bullish momentum. Until then, Ethereum remains technically fragile despite its long-term fundamentals.

Featured image from ChatGPT, chart from TradingView.com

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Sebastian's journey into the world of crypto began four years ago, driven by a fascination with the potential of blockchain technology to revolutionize financial systems. His initial exploration focused on understanding the intricacies of various crypto projects, particularly those focused on building innovative financial solutions. Through countless hours of research and learning, Sebastian developed a deep understanding of the underlying technologies, market dynamics, and potential applications of cryptocurrencies.
As his knowledge grew, Sebastian felt compelled to share his insights with others. He began actively contributing to online discussions on platforms like X and LinkedIn, focusing on fintech and crypto-related content. His goal was to expose valuable trends and insights to a wider audience, fostering a deeper understanding of the rapidly evolving crypto landscape. Sebastian's contributions quickly gained recognition, and he became a trusted voice in the online crypto community.
To further enhance his expertise, Sebastian pursued a UC Berkeley Fintech: Frameworks, Applications, and Strategies certification. This rigorous program equipped him with valuable skills and knowledge regarding Financial Technology, bridging the gap between traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi). The certification deepened his understanding of the broader financial landscape and its intersection with blockchain technology.
Sebastian's passion for finance and writing is evident in his work. He enjoys delving into financial research, analyzing market trends, and exploring the latest developments in the crypto space. In his spare time, Sebastian can often be found immersed in charts, studying 10-K forms, or engaging in thought-provoking discussions about the future of finance.
Sebastian's journey as a crypto analyst and investor has been marked by a relentless pursuit of knowledge and a dedication to sharing his insights. His ability to navigate the complex world of crypto, combined with his passion for financial research and communication, makes him a valuable asset to the industry. As the crypto landscape continues to evolve, Sebastian remains at the forefront, providing valuable insights and contributing to the growth of this revolutionary technology.

Bitcoin (BTC) has been struggling to regain momentum in the market, failing to surpass its nearest resistance level of $94,000 for over a month. The cryptocurrency is currently trading within a broad range between $85,000 and $93,000, leading to growing concerns about further price corrections in the upcoming months.

Amid this uncertainty, market expert NoLimit recently expressed on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) that he anticipates Bitcoin could bottom out at around $40,000 sometime in 2026. This forecast implies a significant 54% decline from current levels, which are just above $87,860.

A Historical Perspective On Market Cycles
NoLimit’s analysis outlines several reasons for this predicted downturn. He points out that Bitcoin has a historical tendency to surprise investors, often when confidence in the market is high. While each price cycle may appear unique on the surface, NoLimit argues that the underlying mechanics remain largely unchanged.

He emphasizes the cyclical nature of Bitcoin, noting that it moves within a four-year cycle influenced by liquidity, leverage, and human behavior rather than mere sentiment. 

According to him, the market is currently late in this cycle, and Bitcoin has consistently followed a three-step process during past upward movements.

First, Bitcoin tends to surge in price following the Halving event. This is typically followed by an influx of maximum leverage and late-stage buyers. Finally, the cycle concludes with a sharp and often chaotic reset before the next significant price expansion occurs.

Historically, Bitcoin has experienced steep declines during these resets, such as an approximate 85% drop in 2013-2014, an 84% drop in 2017-2018, and a 77% drop during the 2021-2022 cycle. In each scenario, investors were convinced that the conditions were different, yet the outcomes remained consistent.

$40,000 As Foundation For Bitcoin’s Next Bull Run 
Considering the current market situation, NoLimit highlights several critical indicators. He notes that Bitcoin has already seen substantial price appreciation, with institutional interest and exchange-trade fund (ETF) approvals now part of the landscape. 

He also observes that many traders are over-leveraged, market volatility is compressed, and there exists widespread hope for further price increases. These factors often signal a heightened risk of downside movement in the market.

A potential drop toward the $40,000 range should not be viewed as an unforeseen disaster, according to NoLimit. He argues that significant price declines have historically preceded major upward movements. 

Additionally, this price target aligns well with several technical indicators, including previous resistance levels that have turned into support, long-term moving averages, and the liquidity gap created by ETF approvals. 

Such factors suggest that a move toward this region could exhaust forced sellers and provide a solid foundation for recovery.

The daily chart shows BTC’s price drop below $90,000. Source: BTCUSDT on TradingView.com
Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com 

CME Group broadened its regulated cryptocurrency lineup, adding new spot-quoted futures that deepen access to digital assets and reflect growing demand for flexible, compliant trading tied closely to market pricing.

Dogecoin has had its share of ups and downs. As of December 16, the meme coin sector is sluggish, while DOGE continues to face downward pressure. With viral pumps largely gone, investors are left watching and wondering if a meaningful rebound is possible.

This Dogecoin (DOGE) price prediction gives a realistic view of where DOGE stands today and if 2026 might finally bring some positive momentum.

Summary

Doge’s steady slide underscores persistent selling pressure, especially as the wider crypto market remains subdued.
The token is roughly 82% below its May 2021 all-time high, and every rebound attempt has failed to hold strong.
The DOGE forecast indicates a year of gradual movement rather than big leaps, closely following the swings of overall crypto sentiment.

Current market scenario
Dogecoin is trading around $0.132, showing little upward momentum. The DOGE price has inched up about 1% in the last 24 hours, yet it is still down approximately 6% over the week and nearly 16% for the month.

This steady slide underscores persistent selling pressure, especially as the wider crypto market remains subdued. Meme coins like DOGE are often the first to drop when market sentiment turns cautious.

Part of the problem for DOGE is just how far it is from its peak. The token is roughly 82% below its May 2021 all-time high, and every rebound attempt has failed to hold strong. Short-term bounces can happen when it’s oversold, but resistance tends to cap them, meaning sellers are still active.

With liquidity low and hype-driven inflows largely missing, the DOGE outlook remains muted, even if we see small bursts from time to time

Short-term outlook
Trading below $0.15, DOGE is showing that bearish pressure isn’t going away anytime soon. Any bounce is likely to be weak unless the price can break through $0.20 and signal a shift in sentiment.

Bias: Bearish as long as DOGE stays below resistance.

Key levels: Strong support at $0.125–$0.130 and overhead resistance at $0.150–$0.155.

As long as DOGE trades below resistance, rallies may be viewed as corrective rather than trend-changing.

Looking ahead to 2026, the Dogecoin price prediction is giving off some mixed signals. CoinCodex thinks DOGE will stick close to $0.125–$0.145 — pretty calm.

DigitalCoinPrice is more upbeat, saying it could climb to $0.33 if crypto sentiment turns positive. WalletInvestor is more measured: DOGE could sit anywhere between $0.083 and $0.256, averaging $0.171.

The DOGE forecast indicates a year of gradual movement rather than big leaps, closely following the swings of overall crypto sentiment.

U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren has renewed her push for tighter oversight of the cryptocurrency sector, urging federal authorities to launch another national security investigation into decentralized finance, with a specific focus on PancakeSwap. In a letter sent Monday to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Attorney General Pam Bondi, Warren raised concerns that the decentralized exchange may be amplifying digital tokens connected to World Liberty Financial Inc., a crypto company linked to President Donald Trump.

Warren argued that PancakeSwap, a major decentralized exchange operating across multiple blockchains and closely associated with Binance’s blockchain ecosystem, should be reviewed for potential links to improper political influence. She questioned whether enforcement decisions could be affected by the Trump administration’s ties to crypto-related business interests, echoing a similar request she supported last month that also centered on World Liberty Financial.

The Massachusetts senator emphasized that the inquiry is especially important as Congress debates crypto market structure legislation. Lawmakers are currently considering rules aimed at preventing terrorists, criminal organizations, and hostile states from exploiting decentralized finance platforms. Warren, the ranking Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee, said it is critical to understand whether regulators are fully investigating risks associated with DeFi platforms that process hundreds of millions of dollars in daily transactions without requiring user identification.

Despite her longstanding criticism of the crypto industry, Warren has largely been sidelined in ongoing negotiations, as several Democrats have chosen to work with Republicans on broader crypto regulation. Those talks failed to deliver legislation before the end of the year, and Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott has indicated the issue will return to the committee’s agenda in January.

The debate over decentralized finance remains one of the most contentious issues in the bill, with industry leaders calling DeFi provisions a red line that could determine their support. Another unresolved point is a Democratic proposal to restrict senior government officials from holding crypto business interests, a measure the White House has already opposed.

If negotiations extend too far into the new year, they could clash with looming budget deadlines, potentially delaying crypto legislation once again amid broader congressional disputes.

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Bitcoin price action steadied during U.S. afternoon trading after an active morning, with BTC holding near the $87,500 level and maintaining gains of roughly 2% over the past 24 hours. The stabilization comes as the broader cryptocurrency market shows modest strength, with major altcoins like Ethereum (ETH), XRP, and Solana (SOL) also posting similar upside moves. Despite the rebound, overall market sentiment remains cautious as traders look for a clear catalyst to drive the next directional move.

Crypto-related stocks mirrored the recovery after Monday’s sharp sell-off. Strategy (MSTR) rebounded by around 3%, while Coinbase (COIN) gained approximately 1%, signaling renewed but tentative confidence among equity investors tied to digital assets. Market participants appear willing to defend current price levels, but risk appetite remains subdued as the year draws to a close.

According to Josh Barkhordar, head of sales at FalconX, clients are positioned with “cautious optimism,” expecting bitcoin and the broader crypto market to remain range-bound in the near term. Many investors are maintaining core bitcoin exposure while holding excess cash on the sidelines until a stronger macro or crypto-specific catalyst emerges.

Looking ahead, bitcoin could benefit from year-end portfolio rebalancing, noted Vetle Lunde, head of research at K33. BTC has significantly underperformed the S&P 500 during the fourth quarter, lagging equities by roughly 26%. Historically, similar periods of underperformance have preceded inflows as asset managers rebalance portfolios to meet predetermined allocation targets. This dynamic could result in increased demand for bitcoin in the final trading days of the year and into early January.

However, despite the price stability, crypto traders remain hesitant. CME bitcoin futures open interest is hovering near yearly lows, while perpetual swap funding rates remain close to neutral, indicating limited short-term conviction. Spot crypto trading volumes are also down about 12%, reinforcing the view that many investors are choosing to stay on the sidelines. As a result, while bitcoin holds firm near key levels, the market remains in wait-and-see mode heading into year-end.

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Cryptocurrency wallet platform MetaMask has announced the addition of native Bitcoin support, according to a company statement.

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MetaMask has introduced native Bitcoin support, allowing users to manage Bitcoin alongside Ethereum, Solana, and Sei within a single wallet, enhancing its multichain capabilities.
The wallet supports Bitcoin’s SegWit derivation path with plans for Taproot support in a future update. Users can buy, swap, and send Bitcoin through various methods, though transaction confirmation times are longer than other cryptocurrencies.
MetaMask also launched in-wallet prediction markets with Polymarket and a USD stablecoin (MetaMask USD) pegged 1:1 to short-term U.S. Treasury bills, available on Ethereum Mainnet and Linea.

The new feature allows users to trade, send and manage Bitcoin alongside Ethereum, Solana and Sei within a single wallet, expanding the platform’s multichain capabilities, the company stated.

Users who update to the latest version of MetaMask will automatically receive a Bitcoin address through the wallet’s multichain accounts, according to the announcement. The wallet supports Bitcoin’s native SegWit derivation path, with Taproot support planned for a future update.

The company stated that users can purchase Bitcoin using local currency and regionally available payment methods, swap into Bitcoin from EVM-based networks or Solana, and send or receive Bitcoin to and from exchanges or other wallets. Bitcoin transactions typically take longer to confirm than other cryptocurrencies, the company noted.

Earlier this month, MetaMask announced the launch of in-wallet prediction markets powered by Polymarket, allowing users to trade on real-world event outcomes. The prediction markets enable users to buy and sell money-backed positions on future outcomes across areas including sports, politics and cryptocurrency, creating price signals that reflect collective expectations, according to the company.

In September, the firm announced MetaMask USD, a wallet-native stablecoin. The stablecoin is supported on Ethereum Mainnet and Linea and is pegged 1:1 to short-term U.S. Treasury bills, the company stated.

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AI crypto coins continue to crash as traders anticipate a reversal to the upside.

Virtuals Protocol [VIRTUAL] price crashed by more than 10% in the past 24 hours, at press time, aligning with the weakness in the technical outlook and network activity.

The altcoin was fifth in terms of market drop across the top 100 coins, with a weekly drawdown reaching 16%.

VIRTUAL price analysis: Selling pressure ahead?
Price action charts show that VIRTUAL has been in steady decline since the 1st of November. This ongoing correction followed a brief rally that occurred ten days after the crash on the 10th of October.

According to DyorNetCrypto, the altcoin’s trend score remains strongly bearish, supported by multiple indicators. 

At press time, the 10‑day and 25‑day SMAs were both pointing downward, with prices trading below them. The MACD bars were red, reinforcing the bearish structure, while the OBV reflected weakness at negative $1.55 million.

Additionally, Virtual Protocol was trading below the SuperTrend, and its price sat under the Ichimoku cloud, both signaling continued bearish pressure.

Source: TradingView

Pattern-wise, VIRTUAL’s compression was tightening, suggesting a potential reversal was coming. However, the price does not need to fall below the $0.70 zone. The RSI was oversold, adding confluence to the potential bounce.

Conversely, losing this zone would escalate sell pressure. This comes as network activity also follows the technical outlook.

Network activity is falling too!
Network activity, including volume, liquidity, fees, and the number of holders, has been declining.

As per CoinMarketCap data, the number of holders has been declining over the past week, reaching 1.03 million as of writing.

Since the start of November, VIRTUAL’s token volume has dropped from around $1 billion to $80 million. This represents a 10X decline, while liquidity has only lost half of its initial value, reaching $13 million.

Source: DefiLlama

Moreover, the ecosystem’s fee revenue has declined over the past five quarters. Shortly after launch, quarterly revenue peaked at $20 million, but it has since fallen steadily to $8.51 million.

Will VIRTUAL bounce from $0.70?
While all metrics and technicals point to a continued price weakness, the liquidity heatmap suggested otherwise.

The structural outlook seemed to be stabilizing around $0.70. Liquidity was stacked at this zone, and the reaction after touching it each time showed it could ignite a bounce.

Source: CoinGlass

On the other hand, VIRTUAL was forming more clusters above $0.72. As VIRTUAL now starts to rise, the clusters act as a price magnet for the altcoin.

The uppermost liquidity concentration for the day’s data was around $0.80, which could be a target.

Worth noting, VIRTUAL was sandwiched between two liquidity clusters, and the price seemed to be headed north. However, there was more liquidity building around $0.70, which could hinder price appreciation.

Final Thoughts

VIRTUAL drops 10% due to a technical breakdown and weak network activity. 
The liquidity above the current price could trigger a reversal if bulls take control. 

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Bitcoin Declines 4.5% Amidst Asian Market Weakness, $652 Million in Liquidations Reported

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December 17, 2025

Bitcoin experienced a notable decline of 4.5% during the Asian trading session on December 16, 2025, as market volatility led to significant liquidations totaling $652 million. This downturn in Bitcoin’s value is significant within the broader context of cryptocurrency markets and highlights the ongoing challenges faced by digital assets in maintaining stability amid fluctuating investor sentiment.

The drop in Bitcoin’s price was accompanied by an increase in Open Interest, the total number of outstanding derivative contracts, which can indicate shifts in market positioning. The simultaneous rise in Open Interest with the falling price of Bitcoin often signals bearish sentiment among traders, as it may suggest that a growing number of investors are betting on further declines. This scenario can precipitate a liquidation cascade, where leveraged positions are forcefully closed, exacerbating price drops and contributing to market instability.

The impact of the price drop extends beyond immediate trading losses. It raises questions about Bitcoin’s ability to sustain its value amidst changing market dynamics and investor concerns. The volatility observed in the Asian markets may influence trading activities in other regions, potentially leading to a ripple effect across global cryptocurrency exchanges. This scenario underscores the interconnected nature of global financial markets, where movements in one region can have significant implications worldwide.

From an industry perspective, the recent downturn demonstrates the inherent risks involved in cryptocurrency trading, particularly in leveraged derivatives markets. As investors seek to capitalize on short-term price movements, the use of leverage can amplify gains but also increase potential losses. This volatility can deter risk-averse investors from participating in the market, potentially limiting Bitcoin’s broader adoption and acceptance as a mainstream financial asset.

Amidst the volatility, it is important to consider the regulatory environment surrounding cryptocurrency markets. Increased scrutiny from financial regulators around the world could impact trading activities and influence market sentiment. In some regions, authorities are pushing for stricter regulations to ensure market stability and protect investors from excessive risk-taking. These regulatory measures can create uncertainty in the market, as investors and institutions adapt to evolving compliance requirements.

Despite these challenges, Bitcoin continues to attract interest from various sectors, including institutional investors and fintech companies, seeking to integrate cryptocurrencies into their portfolios and services. However, the recent price volatility highlights the need for these entities to carefully assess their exposure to digital assets and manage associated risks accordingly.

While some market participants remain optimistic about Bitcoin’s long-term prospects, citing its potential as a store of value and hedge against inflation, the current market environment emphasizes the need for caution. The cryptocurrency’s history of price fluctuations suggests that investors must be prepared for significant swings in value. This aspect underscores the importance of comprehensive risk management strategies for those engaged in the cryptocurrency markets.

In conclusion, Bitcoin’s recent price decline during the Asian trading session underscores the complex dynamics of the cryptocurrency market. The increase in Open Interest, coupled with falling prices, indicates a bearish sentiment that could lead to further volatility. As the market continues to evolve, participants will need to navigate these challenges carefully, balancing opportunities with the inherent risks associated with digital asset investments. The ongoing regulatory developments and global market interactions further add layers of complexity to this rapidly changing financial landscape.

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Bitcoin may face a sharp correction that could eventually push prices back toward the $10,000 level, according to Bloomberg Intelligence strategist Mike McGlone. His outlook is rooted in shifting supply-and-demand dynamics, weakening capital inflows, and structural changes in the broader crypto market rather than ideology or sentiment.

McGlone argues that Bitcoin’s strongest price rallies historically followed clear accumulation phases, where large buyers entered early, absorbed available supply, and reduced the need for constant new demand. These periods allowed prices to rise organically, supported by long-term holders rather than speculative inflows. Once those accumulation phases ended, price stability became increasingly fragile.

Bitcoin last traded around $10,000 in 2020, a period marked by aggressive corporate accumulation. Companies led by Michael Saylor began adding Bitcoin to their balance sheets, significantly tightening supply and fueling a sustained rally. As prices climbed, late entrants followed, often driven by momentum rather than fresh demand. This dynamic extended the rally while selling pressure remained limited.

Another major boost came with the approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs, which opened the market to traditional investors and delivered strong initial inflows. However, McGlone notes that this wave of demand has slowed considerably. Corporate buying has also stalled, while early holders still control a large share of Bitcoin’s supply. With substantial unrealized profits, these holders could become sellers during periods of market stress.

McGlone also points to structural shifts, highlighting that millions of cryptocurrencies now compete for investor capital. Unlike Bitcoin’s early years, capital is no longer concentrated in a single asset but spread across thousands of tokens. He compares the current setup to equity markets before 2007, when prices stayed elevated despite weakening fundamentals until buyers ran out.

Even Michael Saylor’s Strategy, which holds over 670,000 Bitcoin at an average cost near $75,000, may not provide further support, as that capital is already deployed. From McGlone’s perspective, the absence of steady replacement demand makes a deeper Bitcoin reset toward $10,000 a realistic long-term risk.

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Japan plays a unique and often overlooked role in global liquidity, and that role has important implications for Bitcoin. For decades, the Bank of Japan (BoJ) maintained ultra-low or even negative interest rates, making the Japanese yen one of the cheapest currencies in the world to borrow. This environment fueled the well-known yen carry trade, where global investors borrow yen and redeploy the capital into higher-yielding assets across global markets.

Large institutions such as hedge funds, banks, asset managers, and proprietary trading desks have long used Japanese funding channels, including FX swaps and short-term loans, to access cheap yen liquidity. Once borrowed, the yen is typically converted into US dollars or euros and invested into assets offering higher returns. These assets range from equities and credit to emerging markets and, increasingly, cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin benefits directly when this funding remains cheap and abundant.

Bitcoin is particularly attractive in this environment because it trades 24/7, offers deep liquidity, and provides high volatility. For leveraged funds seeking risk-on exposure, Bitcoin becomes an efficient vehicle to express bullish positioning. However, this dynamic becomes fragile when Japan’s monetary stance begins to change.

Even a relatively small BoJ rate hike, such as a 25 basis point increase toward a 0.75% policy rate, can have an outsized impact. The issue is not the absolute level of rates but the shift in expectations. After decades near zero, any tightening signals a potential structural change in funding conditions. If markets anticipate a multi-step tightening cycle, traders often reduce risk exposure preemptively, triggering selling across global risk assets.

Bitcoin tends to react faster than traditional markets. As prices fall, leveraged positions in perpetual futures and margin markets come under pressure. Liquidations accelerate selling, creating cascading declines that can resemble crypto-specific crashes. In reality, the initial shock often originates from macro factors such as rising yields, yen strength, and tighter global liquidity.

Traders closely monitor yen movements, bond yields, funding rates, open interest, and key Bitcoin support levels around BoJ decisions. Ultimately, the Bank of Japan remains a critical driver of global liquidity, and when that liquidity tightens, Bitcoin often feels the impact first.

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The latest release of Alibaba’s ChatGPT competitor, Qwen3-MAX AI, has issued updated cryptocurrency price outlooks for XRP, Pepe, and Dogecoin as the month comes to a close. According to the model, all three assets could face heavy volatility in the weeks ahead, with sharp price swings possible in both bullish and bearish directions.

Outlined below are Qwen3-MAX’s dual-scenario forecasts, detailing both upside and downside targets for each cryptocurrency through the remainder of December.

XRP (XRP): Alibaba AI Flags Risk of $0.15 Crash or Rally Toward $3.50 by Year-EndUnder its bearish scenario, Alibaba’s AI projects that Ripple’s XRP ($XRP) could slide from its current price near $1.92 to roughly $0.15. That would represent a steep decline of about 92% if negative sentiment continues to pressure demand.

Source: Alibaba AISuch a downturn would stand in stark contrast to XRP’s strong showing earlier this year, when it climbed to its first new all-time high (ATH) in seven years, hitting $3.65 in July following Ripple’s landmark legal victory against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

For much of 2025, XRP has traded within a $2–$3 range. Its relative strength index (RSI) currently sits around 49 and is uptrending as traders pile back in to take advantage of the relative discount.

On the optimistic side, Alibaba’s model envisions a powerful breakout, with XRP potentially jumping 82% to reach $3.50 before the end of the year, nearly three times its previous all-time high.

The launch of five U.S.-listed spot XRP ETFs could act as a catalyst for fresh institutional inflows during the holiday period, mirroring early demand patterns seen with Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs.

Additional ETF approvals are likely to follow in the coming months, increasing the likelihood that 2026 becomes a pivotal year for XRP. Investors accumulating at current levels may benefit if that shift materializes.

Pepe ($PEPE): Alibaba AI Forecasts a 420% Upside MovePepe ($PEPE), which debuted in April 2023, has become the largest meme coin outside of Dogecoin, boasting a market capitalization exceeding $1.7 billion.

Source: Alibaba AIRooted in Matt Furie’s “Boy’s Club” comic universe, Pepe’s strong meme identity and cultural relevance have helped it maintain a constant presence across crypto-focused social platforms.

Despite intense competition within the meme-coin sector, PEPE continues to benefit from high liquidity and a loyal community. Periodic cryptic references from Elon Musk on X have also fueled speculation that he may hold PEPE alongside his publicly known DOGE and BTC positions.

PEPE is currently trading around $0.000004104, which is roughly 85% below its ATH of $0.00002803 in December 2024.

According to Alibaba’s AI projections, PEPE could climb over 1,100% and effectively double its ATH. There is little chance of this projection materialising given the lack of upward volatility so far in Q4.

In a bearish market environment, the model warns PEPE could fall around 76%, dropping to approximately $0.000001.

Dogecoin (DOGE): Alibaba AI Sees $2.50 Upside or Drop to $0.02Originally launched in 2013 as a joke, Dogecoin ($DOGE) has grown into one of the most valuable cryptocurrencies, with a market capitalization of about $20 billion. It now represents nearly half of the $43 billion meme-coin market.

Source: Alibaba AIDOGE formed several bullish technical patterns in late summer and early autumn, but momentum has faded in recent weeks. In Alibaba’s downside scenario, Dogecoin could tumble to $0.04, a 70% decline from its current price of around $0.1315.

Dogecoin’s all-time high of $0.7316 was set during the retail-fueled rally of 2021, and the long-anticipated $1 level remains unmet. Still, Alibaba’s bullish case suggests DOGE could defy expectations and surge a little over 800%% to $1.20, a 9x increase from current levels.

At the same time, real-world usage of DOGE continues to expand. Tesla accepts Dogecoin for select merchandise purchases, while major payment platforms such as PayPal and Revolut now support DOGE transactions.

Maxi Doge (MAXI): A Fast-Rising Meme Coin Missing From Alibaba’s OutlookWhile Alibaba’s AI focuses on established cryptocurrencies, early-stage presale tokens often present significantly higher upside potential. One project gaining rapid traction is Maxi Doge ($MAXI), which has already raised close to $4.4 million as it aims to become Dogecoin’s replacement.

MAXI centers on the character of Maxi Doge, a high-energy crypto degenerate and distant relative of the original Dogecoin. The project leans heavily into meme culture, portraying Maxi as obsessed with weightlifting, ultra-high leverage trading, and building a hyper-engaged grassroots MAXI DOGE army.

Built as an ERC-20 token, MAXI operates on Ethereum’s proof-of-stake network, benefiting from improved energy efficiency and access to one of the largest developer ecosystems in crypto, advantages Dogecoin’s older proof-of-work design lacks.

The presale currently offers staking rewards of up to 71% APY, though yields are programmed to decrease as participation increases.

MAXI is priced at $0.0002735 during its current presale phase, with automatic price increases planned for future rounds. Purchases can be made using MetaMask or Best Wallet.

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In brief
Bitwise is predicting a new Bitcoin all-time high in 2026 and the end of the four-year cycle.
The firm cited a weakening impact of the halving, the expectation of rate cuts, and a reduced risk of major blow-ups.
The firm also thinks Solana and Ethereum can make new all-time highs, on the condition that the CLARITY Act is passed into law.
Crypto investment firm and index fund manager Bitwise thinks Bitcoin will hit new all-time highs again in 2026, even after falling into a rut over the last two months.

The firm is predicting that the leading crypto asset will buck the trend of previous four-year cycles thanks to the diminishing strength of previous cycle indicators, and burst through to a new high mark above $126,080—its current all-time high set in early October.

“Bitcoin has historically moved in a four-year cycle, with three significant ‘up’ years followed by a sharp pullback year. According to this cycle, 2026 should be a pullback year,” Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan wrote. 

“We don’t see that happening,” he continued. “In our view, the forces that previously drove four-year cycles—the Bitcoin halving, interest rate cycles, and crypto’s leverage-fueled booms and busts—are significantly weaker than they’ve been in past cycles.”

Hougan also noted the continuing momentum of institutional capital that has been entering crypto since the approval of Bitcoin ETFs and regulatory tailwinds as reasons BTC is set to find new highs. 

“We expect the combination of these factors will push Bitcoin to new all-time highs, relegating the four-year cycle to history’s dustbin,” he added. 

BTC was recently changing hands at $87,800, up 2% over the last 24 hours but down more than 30% from its all-time high mark.

Despite its swing to new highs in 2025, over the course of the last year, the largest crypto asset by market cap is actually down nearly 18% according to data from CoinGecko. 

Meanwhile, traditional equity indices like the Nasdaq and S&P 500 are up 14.5% and 12%, respectively, over the same time period. 

Bitwise expects that correlation to deviate further in 2026 as well, once more citing regulatory progress and institutional adoption as reasons that Bitcoin’s correlation to the stock market will fall. The firm also predicted that Bitcoin, a historically volatile asset, will be less volatile than leading AI stock, Nvidia—the world’s largest publicly traded company by market cap.

Combining those predictions with the end of the four-year cycle gives investors the “trifecta” of strong returns, less volatility, and lower correlations, in Bitwise’s view.

Other notable predictions from the firm’s 2026 outlook include crypto equities outperforming tech stocks, half of Ivy League endowments making crypto investments, and new highs for Ethereum and Solana as well—but only if the CLARITY Act passes.

The firm expects the pair of layer-1 blockchains to benefit most from tokenization and stablecoins, crypto functions it calls “megatrends” that would be further solidified if the U.S. CLARITY Act, sometimes called the market structure bill, provides clear guidance on crypto regulation.

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Although the anticipated crypto market structure bill, also known as the CLARITY Act, has not yet been passed into law, its proposed framework is already influencing conversations around how major cryptocurrencies could be classified and regulated in the future. 

The implications could be particularly significant for Ripple and XRP, as the Act introduces interesting standards that could determine whether a digital asset is treated as a security or a commodity under US law.

Reality Check Under The Clarity Act
US lawmakers are moving closer to finalizing digital asset legislation, and attention across the crypto market is increasingly turning toward the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, commonly known as the CLARITY Act. 

At the heart of the CLARITY Act is an effort to replace interpretations of decentralization with clear criteria. One of those criteria is a supply concentration threshold, which states that no single entity or coordinated group should control 20% or more of a blockchain’s native asset supply for the network to qualify as mature.

A recent post on X by an XRP community member known as Arthur has brought focus to this issue. Arthur highlighted the proposed 20% ownership threshold embedded in the CLARITY Act’s definition of a mature blockchain, noting that Ripple’s compliance with this benchmark could push XRP firmly toward commodity status and is the only path to global adoption.

However, this provision directly intersects with Ripple’s escrow holdings. The payment currently controls about 40% of the total XRP supply through escrow mechanisms. This has long been a focal point in debates over decentralization and how much control Ripple has over XRP’s supply.

Under the CLARITY Act’s framework, reducing escrow control below the 20% threshold would help demonstrate that XRP no longer depends on a single issuer’s dominance. That would back up the claim that XRP functions as a decentralized digital commodity rather than a security tied to Ripple’s corporate actions. 

In order to comply with the Act, Ripple would need to find a way to slash its current XRP holdings by almost 50%. However, if the CLARITY Act is eventually passed in its current form, it does not automatically mean that Ripple would be forced into a direct sale of its XRP holdings, nor does it mandate that its XRP holdings will be handed over to another holder. 

What it does introduce is a clear structure. Ripple would need to demonstrate that it does not exercise control over XRP’s circulating or total supply if the cryptocurrency is to qualify as a mature blockchain asset under US law. 

How that outcome is achieved would largely be a tactical decision. Therefore, Ripple could pursue several paths to comply with the CLARITY Act without disrupting the price action of XRP.

Ripple releases 1 billion XRP tokens every month. On average, about 70% of these released tokens are always returned back into escrow.

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Most derivative traders are positioned for further downside, but that crowded positioning may be exactly what fuels the next upside move for bullish Solana price predictions.

On the seven-day liquidation heatmap, the altcoin faces nearly twice as much potential short-side liquidation as long-side exposure.

7-day SOL Exchange liquidation map. Source: CoinGlass.That imbalance creates a clear scenario. If SOL pushes up to $147 this week, short sellers could face up to $1 billion in liquidations, forcing them to buy back positions and accelerate the move higher.

But that volatility goes both ways. While long-side exposure is smaller, a drop below $120 could still trigger a $500 million long squeeze and spark a sharp liquidation cascade.

Still, fundamentals place the pressure on short traders this week.

TradFi markets appear more firm in their positioning, with Spot SOL ETF on a 7-day inflow streak. While inflows have slowed, the trend suggests conviction in potential upside.

U.S. Spot SOL ETF netflow. Source: SoSoValue.Broader narratives also support bullish sentiment, including XRP expanding DeFi use cases on Solana through Hex Trust and a partnership with Project Eleven to advance post-quantum security.

Solana Price Prediction: Short or Long SqueezeThere is also a technical argument for a short-squeeze scenario: a strong confluence of support acting as a barrier to further downside at $120.

The level marks the base of a triple bottom reversal structure. And with a potential higher low forming on its latest bounce, buyers appear to be stepping in sooner than they did on recent drops.

SOL USD 1-day chart, triple bottom pattern. Source: TradingView.The setup is highly bullish, and momentum indicators back it.

The RSI continues to print higher lows as it trends toward the 50 neutral line, signalling growing buy pressure beneath the surface.

At the same time, the MACD is holding just above a potential death cross with the signal line, a sign that current levels are pivotal for the prevailing trend.

The $120 level also marks the lower boundary of a year-long descending triangle pattern, with the $210 target of the triple bottom setting up a breakout attempt.

In a breakout scenario, the triangle would target a potential 290% move to $500.

SUBBD: A Staple For the Next Bull Run?As easing market FUD pits narratives grounded in real-world utility back into focus, platforms like SUBBD ($SUBBD) are attracting serious attention.

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December 16, 2025

Doge tests a potential launchpad level at $0.13, with demand likely to return for bullish end-of-year Dogecoin price predictions.

Popular pseudonymous X analyst BitGur drew attention to the setup, and a green candle today may have confirmed it as a bottom for the meme coin as buyers step back.

$DOGE is holding a key demand zone after a prolonged downtrend, showing signs of base formation.

As long as price stays above the current support, a relief bounce toward the marked resistance zone is possible. pic.twitter.com/gOSm3C73PM

— BitGuru 🔶 (@bitgu_ru) December 14, 2025
The “base formation” noted by Bitgur has unfolded as a triple bottom, a strong reversal structure characterized by three consecutive touches of the base trendline.

Following its structure, the analyst anticipates an unwind of the past two months of decline to reclaim the $0.182 level, a 40% move.

The last quarter of the year has historically been reasonably bullish for the Dogecoin price, but 2025 has deviated from the trend, yet to deliver a single green month.

Dogecoin price performance month-by-month. Source: Cryptorank.The Dogecoin price is down 10.6% already for December so far, contributing to the continued decline.

But BitGur’s analysis could be the pivot point for a green December and uphold the historic trend of at least one green month through Q4.

Dogecoin Price Prediction: December May Only Be the StartThe $0.13 demand zone also coincides with the lower boundary of a year-long decedign triangle pattern, and the triple bottom reversal could put it on the breakout path.

If the triple bottom can be confirmed with a clean break above its neckline at $0.155, its $0.182 target may stand as a higher and firmer footing for a breakout push.

DOGE USD 1-day chart, triple bottom fuels descending triangle. Source: TradingView.Momentum indicators continue to err bullish. The RSI continues to form higher lows in a clear trend towards the neutral line, a sign of buy pressure building beneath the surface

The MACD death cross below the signal line stands to be short-lived as sellers appear to be losing control of the prevailing trend.

A clean triangle breakout sets up a measured move of roughly 260% to past highs around $0.50, and a fully realised target of $1 for a potoentail 680% gain.

Though such a move likely hinges on supportive market conditions, such a U.S. Fed policy shift ot quantatitative easing (QE) in 2026 to stimulate risk appetite.

But for an end-of-year rally, BitGur’s analysis remains the setup to watch – though the outcome hinges on the $0.13 level being held.

PepeNode: A Way to Avoid the Pitfalls of Meme Coin InvestorsThose entering the market now face a decision: sit out and miss out on the next leg up, or enter and risk exposure to potential heavy losses if a bull market doesn’t play out.

PepeNode ($PEPENODE) removes much of that pressure by offering a way to accumulate without timing the perfect entry — the pitfall of most meme coin investors.

It’s a simple mine-to-earn (M2E) game. No hardware needed.

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Momentum is climbing fast. The presale has already passed $2.35 million, while early stakers can still earn up to 554% APY.

And thanks to a built-in deflationary model, where 70% of all $PEPENODE spent on nodes and rigs is burned, scarcity supports long-term token value.

PepeNode offers a more measured way to capture high-upside market exposure — without relying on perfect entries.

With just 22 days remaining in the presale, a later entry could come at a higher cost.

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Speed raised $8 million to accelerate the growth of its payments solutions built on the Bitcoin Lightning Network.

The company will use the new funding to build capacity, expand to new regions, develop more merchant tools, enable cross-border and creator payouts, and maintain reliability and compliance, it said in a Tuesday (Dec. 16) blog post.

Speed’s offerings include a global payment layer called Speed Merchant that is designed for merchants, platforms and payment systems and enables them to accept both Bitcoin and stablecoins, according to the post.

The company also offers a Lightning wallet called Speed Wallet that serves individuals and businesses and enables Bitcoin and stablecoin transfers, supports global payouts, offers local on- and off-ramps, and powers USDT transactions, the post said.

“We’ve always believed that Bitcoin and stablecoins can power everyday payments,” Speed CEO Niraj Patel said in the post. “That requires real infrastructure—fast, compliant and scalable. This investment validates that belief and accelerates our mission.”

Speed co-founder Jayneel Patel said in the post that the company aims to “solve real problems with technology.”

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“Speed started as a merchant solution and has grown into a global payment network,” Jayneel Patel said, adding the company is “ready to take the next leap.”

Stablecoin issuer Tether and venture fund ego death capital co-led the funding round, per the post.

Tether said in a Tuesday press release that its investment supports its strategy to support Bitcoin-aligned financial infrastructure and expand the utility of its USDT stablecoin in real-world payment environments.

“We support teams building practical infrastructure that reduces friction in payments and expands access to reliable settlement rails,” Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino said in the release.

Tether’s USDT stablecoin is the most traded cryptocurrency by volume around the world.

Adam Gebner, associate at ego death capital, said in a Tuesday blog post that Speed processed over $1.5 billion in payment volume over the past 12 months and serves more than 1.2 million users.

“By bridging Lightning and stablecoins in a single, compliant platform, Speed is positioning itself as foundational infrastructure for the Bitcoin and stablecoin economy, serving merchants, platforms and users across both developed and emerging markets,” Gebner said in the post.

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Bitcoin price hovered above $87,000 today as market sentiment and the Crypto Fear and Greed Index plunged to 11 out of 100, a level signaling extreme fear among investors.

At the time of writing, the bitcoin price is trading at $87,696, up roughly 2% over the past 24 hours, according to market data. Despite the modest rebound, BTC remains trapped in a choppy consolidation range, sitting just 0.2% below its seven-day high of $87,918 and 2% above its weekly low near $85,575.

Yesterday, the bitcoin price cratered from close to $90,000 to the mid $85,000s.

Trading volume over the past day totaled approximately $51 billion, suggesting continued participation but little conviction on either side of the market. Bitcoin’s total market capitalization stood at $1.75 trillion, reflecting a 2% increase over the prior 24 hours, according to Bitcoin Magazine Pro data.

The uneasy price action comes as sentiment has turned decisively bearish. The Fear and Greed Index—a composite indicator that incorporates volatility, volume, social media trends, and momentum—has fallen deep into its lowest category, historically associated with panic-driven selling and heightened emotional decision-making.

Extreme fear hits crypto markets A reading of 11 places the market firmly in “extreme fear,” a zone typically marked by heightened downside anxiety and risk aversion. Historically, such conditions have often coincided with local bottoms, though timing remains uncertain.

The index operates on a 0–100 scale, where readings below 25 indicate extreme fear and levels above 75 suggest extreme greed. 

At current levels, investors appear more concerned about further downside than missing potential upside, reinforcing the defensive tone seen across digital asset markets.Market participants often view extreme fear as a contrarian signal, arguing that widespread pessimism can create favorable long-term entry points. 

Thin liquidity amplifies downside moves Bitcoin price’s recent slide below the $90,000 level occurred during typically illiquid weekend trading, exacerbating volatility as sellers encountered limited buy-side support. Prices fell from the low-$92,000 range late last week to weekend lows near $87,000, marking one of the sharpest short-term pullbacks since October’s all-time high.

The broader crypto market mirrored bitcoin’s weakness. Major altcoins continued to post double-digit monthly losses, while bitcoin dominance climbed toward 57%, underscoring a flight to relative safety within the digital asset complex.

Muted volumes suggest the move lower reflects caution rather than capitulation, with traders reluctant to deploy fresh capital ahead of key macroeconomic events.

Globally, attention is also turning to Japan, where the Bank of Japan is widely expected to raise interest rates. Such a move could pressure yen-funded carry trades that have supported global risk assets over the past year, potentially adding another headwind for crypto markets.

Bitcoin price levels in focus From a technical perspective, analysts are closely watching the mid-$80,000 range as near-term support. A sustained break below this zone could open the door to a deeper retracement toward the low-$80,000s or below. 

Conversely, holding current levels would reinforce the view that the bitcoin price remains range-bound rather than entering a prolonged bearish phase.

Despite the gloomy mood, long-term narratives remain intact for many investors, particularly as institutional participation continues to expand through spot bitcoin ETFs and broader regulatory clarity.

For now, however, bitcoin’s price action reflects a market caught between structural optimism and short-term fear—an uneasy balance that has pushed sentiment to one of its most pessimistic readings of the year.

Despite all this, earlier today, asset manager Bitwise released a new report that argues that bitcoin is poised to break from its historical four-year market cycle, setting new all-time highs in 2026 while becoming less volatile and less correlated with equities.

At the time of writing, the bitcoin price is $87,706.

Micah Zimmerman

Micah first discovered Bitcoin in 2018 but remained a skeptic on the sidelines for too long. Since 2021, he has covered crypto and business and now works as a news reporter for Bitcoin Magazine, based in North Carolina.

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