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Charles Hoskinson, founder of Cardano, has sparked discussion on blockchain infrastructure by criticizing traditional finance's attempts to tokenization, suggesting they are lagging behind projects like XRP and Cardano, which are advancing at a larger scale.

XRP is nearing a critical resistance level that, if surpassed, could lead to a significant upward movement in its market, signaling a potential new phase in the bull cycle.

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson predicts Bitcoin could hit $250,000 by 2026, citing limited supply and increasing demand from large investors as key economic factors driving this potential price surge.

Bitcoin is in a tense yet calm phase with $23.6 billion in options expiring today, seeking stability after recent heavy selling in October and November.

In mid-2023, Solana's price near $10 seemed bleak, yet it surged to $294 by early 2025, yielding a 30x return. This remarkable rebound highlights how opportunities often appear clearer in hindsight, especially when confidence is low.

The crypto market is attracting large Bitcoin holders who seek early opportunities. Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is gaining attention for its solid structure and product roadmap, making it a preferred choice for fundamental investors.

Story Highlights Solana is holding the $118–$120 support with improving momentum, creating conditions for a short-term corrective bounce, but not a confirmed trend reversal.
The broader structure remains bearish below $145–$160; failure to reclaim this zone keeps downside risk toward the $105–$100

Vitalik Buterin discusses the impact of prediction markets on truth and their potential dangers if overly influential, emphasizing the distinction between equitable markets and those that benefit large entities.

Uniswap has activated its fee switch, directing fees to burn UNI tokens, enhancing token value. UNIfication restructures the platform by eliminating user fees, aiming to boost token value through increased usage.

Charles Hoskinson announced that Cardano's Midnight project is entering a significant build phase, with key workshops planned for January. He envisions it as a long-term privacy initiative aimed for 2026, sparking increased community confidence in its potential role within Cardano's ecosystem.

$27 billion in Bitcoin and Ethereum options expired on Deribit, with Bitcoin at $88,000 and Ethereum near $2,950, prompting traders to prepare for potential market volatility.

Story Highlights Sberbank is exploring crypto-backed loans, signaling a cautious but clear shift toward regulated crypto lending in Russia.
The move comes as Russia prepares broader crypto regulations.
If approved, crypto could soon be used as collateral inside Russia’s traditional banking

Bitcoin's price has surged above $89,000, fueled by options expiry. The upcoming weekend is crucial for future price movements, relying heavily on weekend liquidity.

Lithuania mandates that all crypto firms obtain MiCA licenses by December 31, 2025, after which unlicensed platforms will be illegal. So far, only 30 of the 370 registered crypto companies have applied for these licenses.

Russia and the U.S. are discussing the future of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, with Putin suggesting its electricity could be used for Bitcoin mining, potentially stabilizing power grids and providing miners with affordable energy.

Bitcoin's post-halving performance has deviated from historical trends, showing less volatility and behaving more like a stable asset rather than experiencing the expected strong gains.

Mike Novogratz attributes XRP's resilience to its dedicated community, the "XRP Army," suggesting that grassroots support can be more impactful than institutional backing, especially as XRP continues to thrive despite market challenges.

SBI Group plans to pilot a cashless payment system in Japan using USDC, a stablecoin, starting spring 2026, primarily for in-store payments via QR codes.

A security issue in the Trust Wallet browser extension has led to the loss of nearly $6 million in crypto, raising serious concerns among users during the Christmas period.

Stablecoins are starting to matter for something more useful than trading alone. The big idea heading into 2026 is simple: money that keeps a steady value needs real ways to move, settle, and spend