BTC SENTIMENT HITS ROCK BOTTOM—IS THAT THE FUEL IT NEEDS?

Bitcoin’s social sentiment just plunged to its lowest in 2024—could that be the spark for a big comeback?

After dropping 10% from $108k, it’s looking like BTC’s gearing up to flex back above $100k.

Social media’s flooded with FUD, but if you know the game, that’s actually prime for a bounce.

The correction might drag on for another week, but 2025’s looking bright—some are predicting BTC will smash $160k next year.

Source: Cointelegraph$BTC

MICROSTRATEGY-STYLE ETH MOONSHOT? CRYPTO TWITTER HAS OPINIONS

Ethereum thought leader Anthony Sassano suggests Ethereum could use its own Saylor, spurring mixed reactions.

While some dream of relentless ETH shilling, critics argue the move clashes with ETH’s decentralized ethos.

Can the network thrive without a hype-master?

Source: Cryptopolitan$ETH

METAMASK + MASTERCARD? CRYPTO TWITTER SAYS NOPE

Crypto bros aren’t thrilled about the MetaMask-Mastercard collab.

Why? It reeks of centralization and hefty fees (up to 9%).

Purists argue, “Isn’t crypto about ditching fiat?”

But hey, at least you can spend your crypto at Target now.

Source: Cryptopolitan$BTC

TALI_ban BUYING DOGE? YOU CAN'T MAKE THIS UP

The Tali_ban banned crypto, calling it “haram,” but guess who’s flipping Dogecoin?

That’s right, Talibros are trading SHIB and DOGE like there’s no tomorrow.

Their hypocrisy is unmatched—clamping down on citizens while moon-chasing meme coins.

Someone tell them “buy low, sell high” isn’t that hard!

Source: Cryptopolitan$DOGE $SHIB

MICROSTRATEGY ADDS NEW MEMBERS TO CRYPTO BOARD

MicroStrategy flexes with new board members—Brian Brooks (yes, that Binance•US Brian), Jane Dietze, and Gregg Winiarski.

As if buying 439K BTC wasn’t bold enough, they’re joining the Nasdaq 100 and leveling up their Ivy League cred.

Brooks’ stint at Coinbase and the OCC? Straight-up crypto gold.

Source: The Block
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HEX FOUNDER WANTED: FROM CRYPTO TO CRIME SCENE

Richard Heart, the self-proclaimed crypto king, is now Interpol and Europol’s most wanted.

Allegations? Tax evasion in the hundreds of millions and assaulting a minor.

Heart claims his projects, including PulseChain and HEX, are thriving, while authorities push for extradition.

Is this the end of Heart’s crypto kingdom?

Source: The Block$BTC

Institutions Eye DeFi But Won't Dive In Just Yet

P2P’s survey says big players want that yield life but are sweating over smart contract exploits, operational risks, and compliance slowdowns.

Over 50% are all about those risk-adjusted gains - ETH staking, tokenized treasuries, and liquid strategies are on their radar.

Even with Sony and Deutsche Bank making moves, institutions are still cautious.

Is this the window for lean, scrappy DeFi startups to show what they’ve got?

Either way, never forget to factor in institutional sentiment in deciding what your portfolio will look like.

Source: CryptoSlate$ETH $SOL $BNB

$75K Rug Pull via Tinder? Don't Mix Crypto And Online Dating

State Police in Pennsylvania are chasing a Tinder crypto scam that’s straight-up a heartbreaker.

A large number of victims on Tinder have been lured into a sketchy app, only to find their funds locked unless they "invest more."

One person lost $75K before the alarms went off.

DYOR and protect your bags - If you meet a beautiful lady online who offers you her hand in marriage and a million in crypto for riding off into the sunset, you probably didn't get that lucky.

Source: ABC$BTC $ETH $BNB

AI AGENTS TO TAKE THE CENTER STAGE IN 2025

AI agents are already pulling in millions from on-chain activities, and 2025 is their year to shine.

From staking tokens to running liquidity pools, these “Agentic AIs” are reshaping crypto faster than you can say “Eliza made 60% returns.”

But regulators and centralization? Still ready to rain on the AI parade.

The bots are coming, but so are the rules.

Source: Cointelegraph

SLOWPOKE DAPPS, FIX YOUR INDEXING GAME!

Decentralized apps can take up to 20 seconds to load—because indexing blockchain data is apparently rocket science.

Pangea’s Maxim Legg says we’re drowning in terabytes of data, and most Web3 devs are duct-taping solutions.

The fix? Centralized indexing.

With Ethereum, Solana, and ZKsync shooting for insane TPS, someone better solve this before users rage-quit.

Source: Cointelegraph$BTC

BLOCKCHAIN... IN SPACE?!

Spacecoin XYZ just launched its first satellite via SpaceX, aiming to create a blockchain in Earth’s orbit.

Yup, your DeFi could soon have cosmic backup.

Dubbed the “Celestial Chain,” this off-world blockchain layer promises tamper-proof data security and plans to expand with 7-10 satellites in 2025.

The future? “Celestial services” and Earth-to-space data centers. Beam me up, crypto!

Source: Cointelegraph$BTC

ETHEREUM DIPS—IS $3K THE NEW FLOOR?

Ethereum’s stuck between $3K support and $4K resistance, with analysts calling it a “psychological tug-of-war.”

ETH dropped 10% this week, sparking talk of a $3K retrace or an “inverse head and shoulders” setup.

Translation? Either we’re tanking or setting up for a breakout.

Meanwhile, ETFs are pumping $2.43B into Ether, and 2025 predictions hit $6K.

Bulls vs. bears, round two!

Source: Cointelegraph$ETH

CRYPTO COMPANIES ARE TRUMP’S BIGGEST FANS

Ripple, Coinbase, and Kraken are going all-in, funding Trump’s inauguration with millions. Ripple’s $5M in XRP leads the pack—strategic move or just flexing?

Even Elon Musk backed Trump during the campaign, making Dogecoin the unofficial mascot.

It’s clear: crypto’s betting big on deregulation and pro-business vibes.

$200M raised already, breaking records. Love it or hate it, crypto’s playing the long game.

Source: Cryptopolitan$BTC

$123M FINE: JUMP TRADING’S CRYPTO FIASCO

Tai Mo Shan, Jump’s crypto arm, fined $123M for allegedly propping up TerraUSD before it imploded.

$20M in trades made TerraUSD look stable, duping investors, says the SEC.

Oh, and $1B profits for Jump while $40B vanished for everyone else? Yikes.

From Luna underwriting to propping fake pegs—this crypto drama’s got it all.

Source: DL News

PUDGY PENGUINS AND FRIENDS OWN THE NFT SCENE!

Ethereum NFTs are popping off—$201M in weekly sales, dominating 66% of all NFT sales.

Pudgy Penguins stole the show with $54M in volume, while Azuki and Doodles added their own magic.

NFTs are officially back. December is hitting records like it’s 2021.

Source: Cointelegraph

BITCOIN NEARLY HITS $100K AFTER BIGGEST ETF DUMP EVER

Bitcoin shrugged off a $300M ETF outflow and leaped to $99.5K in under 24 hours.

RSI scam breakdown? Pump traders don’t care, Coinbase is buying big, and Bitstamp’s charts are lit. Bulls are feeling unstoppable.

But $671M left ETFs in just two days. Retail vs. institutions—it’s getting spicy.

Source: Cointelegraph$BTC

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🇧🇷BRAZIL IS REDEFINING LATIN AMERICA’S CRYPTO GAME!

Brazil is leading the charge in Latin America’s blockchain revolution, proving that bold regulations and innovation can go hand in hand.

With its Brazilian Virtual Assets Law (Law No. 14,478/22), the country has laid down a legal framework that’s turning heads globally.

Virtual asset providers must now secure Central Bank approval, adhere to strict anti-money laundering (AML) rules, and prioritize consumer protection.

This isn’t just talk—Brazil’s regulators are putting action behind their words.

Finalized rules are expected by 2025, but the clarity provided by this law has already boosted innovation and drawn major investments into the crypto ecosystem.

Startups are thriving, leveraging blockchain to tackle challenges in industries like finance, logistics, and supply chain management.

This environment is attracting significant funding, both domestic and international, cementing Brazil’s position as the region’s blockchain hub.

But it’s not just about making money.

Brazil’s push for crypto regulations is also tackling financial inclusion head-on, with over 45 million unbanked adults, blockchain solutions are bridging the gap and bringing financial services to underserved communities.

This transparency and security have made crypto more accessible and less intimidating for everyday users.

Other Latin American nations, including Argentina, Mexico, and Colombia, are following Brazil’s lead, exploring similar frameworks to foster innovation and economic growth.

Brazil is essentially creating a roadmap for a Latin American blockchain renaissance, setting the tone for a more interconnected and innovative regional ecosystem.

With a blend of clarity, transparency, and cutting-edge tech, Brazil is showing the world how to balance innovation with accountability.

The big question: will Brazil’s regulatory playbook become the blueprint for blockchain adoption across Latin America?

Source: CryptoDaily

Polkadot’s ETF Dreams Are Brewing In Delaware

21Shares just locked down a Delaware registration for a Polkadot Trust - translation? A DOT ETF could hit the scene soon.

Polkadot’s price wavers at $7.76, with a $11.8B cap, but its chain-linking tech has DeFi heads buzzing.

Interoperability between blockchains? That’s the kind of future-proof utility investors crave.

DOT ETF: Next big move or just the hype? You decide.

Source: The Currency Analytics$DOT

SEC COMES FOR JUMP: $123M PENALTY FOR TERRAUSD PLAY

Jump Trading’s $1B payday from propping up TerraUSD’s shaky algorithm is now costing them $123M in SEC fines.

The TerraUSD collapse erased $40B in investor assets.

Jump’s alleged role? Buying $20M of UST in 2021 to fake stability while the system unravelled.

Crypto’s future? Stay legit or pay the price.

Source: Cryptopolitan$BTC

BTFD Coin Crushes Presale with $4.2M While OG Memecoins Bleed Out

Meme coins are buzzing, but the old-school names are losing steam fast.

BTFD Coin is flipping the script, pulling in $4.2M in presales with over 57 billion tokens sold and a loyal squad of 6,100 Bulls.

At just $0.00013 a coin, it’s packing heat with a 90% staking APY and a play-to-earn game fuelling the hype.

Investors eyeing a $0.0006 target price could see 4.6x gains.

Meanwhile, Dogwifhat just dropped nearly 50% from its peak, and Cheems is barely holding on, trading at $0.000510.

Source: Blockchain Reporter$BTC