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ElizaOS could lead the next leg of the AI Agent narrative — and bullish ElizaOS price predictions may still be far from realized. The post ElizaOS Price Prediction: ELIZAOS Price Skyrockets 170% in 48 Hours – What Is Going On? appeared first on Cryptonews.

XRP has spent 70 days under the 50-week SMA, matching past cycles that preceded major rallies, while analysts monitor key support levels.

The proposed TAO investment vehicle, one of the first exchange-traded products that could be available to US markets, is expected to be listed on NYSE Arca following approval. Digital asset management company Grayscale Investments has filed to list and trade shares of an exchange-traded product (ETP) tied to Bittensor’s native token, TAO. In a Tuesday filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, Grayscale filed an S-1 registration statement for shares of its Bittensor Trust (TAO). The filing came more than a year after the asset manager introduced the TAO trust and signals Grayscale’s move to transition its over-the-counter TAO product to NYSE Arca. The filing is subject to SEC review before listing under the ticker GTAO. The SEC has green-lit several exchange-traded fund offerings from Grayscale tied to cryptocurrencies, including those for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH). Read more

Internet Computer has dropped back near $2.90 after a November breakout and short squeeze above $9. Supply has expanded as burn has stayed low, and DFINITY’s Caffeine AI release has not produced sustained on-chain usage. Support near $3 is in focus for 2026. Levels to watch: $3.11 and $2.74 into Q1. The post Internet Computer Price Prediction: ICP Price Crashes Below $3 Overnight, Is Further Decline on the Way in 2026? appeared first on Cryptonews.

The filing marks the first attempt to bring TAO, Bittensor’s native token, to U.S. markets through a regulated investment product.

Onchain development activity on Ethereum has rebounded sharply, driven by tokenized assets, stablecoins and infrastructure, according to Token Terminal. Despite sluggish Ether price action, developers are increasingly choosing Ethereum as a settlement layer, with the fourth quarter shaping up to be a record period for the network. Data from Token Terminal shows that the number of new smart contracts created and published on the Ethereum blockchain reached an all-time high of 8.7 million in the fourth quarter. The milestone marked a sharp rebound from the previous two quarters, when contract deployment activity was significantly lower. Read more

Btc: 87k (0%) | btc.D: 59.0% (0%). Eth: 2975 (1%) | bnb: 855 (+1%) | sol: 124 (0%). Tom Lee bought another $130M in ETH for Christmas, and still holds $1B in cash heading into the new year. REKT drinks and WorldStarHipHop tease collab. BlackRock’s BUIDL hits $100M million in dividends and passes $2 billion in assets. Metaplanet buys 4,279 bitcoin, lifts total holdings to 35,102 BTC. Unleash Protocol hit by $3.9 million exploit with funds routed through Tornado Cash. Onchain Perpetuals Top $1T Monthly Volume as Crypto Traders Chase Leverage. South Korea’s Crypto Regulation Delayed as Stablecoin Rules Face Deadlock. Abundant Mining CEO says Bitcoin price volatility hasn’t slowed mining demand.

Commentators challenged the logic of treating identical market mechanics as bullish for one asset and fatal for another.

Open interest data suggests the advance is likely short-covering, rather than fresh longs entering the market.

A South Korean lawmaker is facing conflict of interest allegations after raising parliamentary criticism of Upbit shortly after his son landed a job at rival exchange Bithumb. The post South Korean Lawmaker Attacked Upbit While Son Landed Bithumb Job — Conflict of Interest? appeared first on Cryptonews.

Metaplanet’s total Bitcoin holdings reached 35,102 BTC (~$3B) after acquiring 4,279 BTC worth $451 million, while revenue from its BTC income generation surged to a record ¥8.58 billion (~$54 million) in 2025. The post Metaplanet Bitcoin Stack Hits $3B After $450M Spree — Revenue Soars appeared first on Cryptonews.

Russia's Ministry of Justice has unveiled criminal penalties for unregistered crypto mining, including prison sentences up to 5 years and fines reaching 2.5 million rubles for large-scale operations, as authorities combat power theft and tax evasion following the industry's November 2024 legalization. The post Russia Proposes Prison Time for Illegal Crypto Mining Operations appeared first on Cryptonews.

XRP exchange supply hitting eight-year lows has tightened the available supply for sale and set the stage for a potential 2026 supply-shock rally. XRP (XRP) held above a key demand zone that has provided support for its price throughout 2025. Will holding this level and a reducing balance on exchanges trigger the start of a sustained recovery in 2026? Key takeaways: XRP supply on exchanges has dropped to an eight-year low, signalling reduced selling pressure. Read more

Investors logged into glossy crypto trading dashboards showing five-figure “profits,” then found themselves blocked from withdrawing a cent unless they first wired extra “taxes” or “loan repayments” to overseas accounts. When victims tried to cash out, the platforms demanded advance fees to “unlock” their accounts, yet never released any money. On Dec. 22, the SEC […] The post SEC filings reveal the multi-million dollar trap hiding inside ‘exclusive’ WhatsApp crypto investment clubs appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Strategy keeps buying Bitcoin during downturns by tapping equity markets and reserves, turning dilution and financing costs into a repeatable accumulation engine. Strategy funds its dip buying primarily through ATM equity sales rather than operating cash flow. Preferred shares and other financing tools add buying power but create ongoing dividend and interest obligations. A $1.44-billion reserve is intended to reduce “forced seller” concerns during prolonged market slumps. Read more

Bitcoin trades near $87K as 2025 ends, with weak sentiment, ETF outflows, and a tightening triangle pointing to a potential breakout toward $100K in January. The post Bitcoin Price Prediction: BTC Price Trading Sideways in the Last Days of 2025, Is a Major Shift Coming in January? appeared first on Cryptonews.

Russia’s justice ministry proposed fines and prison for illegal crypto mining, as officials say most miners still haven’t joined the tax register. Russia has proposed a new draft bill seeking to crack down on unregistered cryptocurrency miners in the country, following concerns from the finance minister about illegal mining activity. Russia’s Ministry of Justice has proposed imposing penalties of up to 1.5 million rubles (about $19,000) and up to two years of forced labor for illegal cryptocurrency mining, according to new draft amendments to the Criminal Code, published on Monday. For crypto mining activities involving outsized profits, the maximum sentence could reach up to five years in prison, 480 hours of forced labor, and a fine of up to 2.5 million rubles. Read more

Aptos (APT) was also a top performer, up 3.1% from Monday.

Stablecoins exploded in 2025 with new regulations, banking charters, and a $306 billion market cap—but not all issuers had smooth sailing.

As Strategy doubles down on its Bitcoin-first treasury approach, analysts warn that debt, dilution and market volatility could test the model’s resilience heading into 2026. In early 2025, Michael Saylor’s technology company MicroStrategy officially rebranded to Strategy and adopted a Bitcoin-themed visual marketing program to reflect its core focus as the world’s largest corporate BTC holder. As of Dec. 30, Strategy has accumulated 672,497 Bitcoin (BTC), valued at nearly $59 billion and acquired at an average price of $74,997 per coin. With Bitcoin trading near $88,000, the company is sitting on an unrealized gain of roughly 17%. However, despite the paper profits, pressure has been building. Strategy must continue servicing dividends and financing costs tied to the preferred shares and debt used to fund its Bitcoin purchases, creating fixed cash obligations regardless of Bitcoin’s price moves. Read more