đ Bitcoin's blockbuster year! With 11 ETFs approved, BTC hit $100k, fueled by institutional frenzy. Kraken's OTC market skyrocketed 220%, proving it's not just a crypto party, it's a gala! MicroStrategy's on a BTC shopping spree, eyeing $42B more in Bitcoin by 2025. Meanwhile, Crypto.com is rolling out the red carpet for US institutions with a new custody service. Russia's playing hard to get with a mining ban in 10 regions, while the IRS is staking its claim on crypto rewards taxes. Stay tuned for more crypto capers!