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Crypto traders and several metrics suggest that an altcoin season is nowhere to be seen as institutions help Bitcoin strengthen its grip on the market. Most altcoins are currently displaying bearish patterns that suggest “altcoin season” is not coming, according to numerous analysts, as Bitcoin dominance begins to rise again.  Key takeaways: The Supertrend indicator flashes “sell,” which previously led to a 66% drop in the altcoin total market cap. Read more

Your day-ahead look for Dec. 23, 2025

The exchange cited licensing approvals in Europe and its US launch as key drivers behind the surge in activity on its compliant platforms. Crypto exchange OKX said volume in its licensed and regulated markets increased 53-fold in 2025, driven by its expansion into the United States and the European Economic Area. Citing internal data, the exchange said daily active wallets doubled over the past year, with an average of about 190,000 new wallets created each day, while decentralized exchange volume on its platform rose 262% globally and centralized trading increased 16% over the same period. The company attributed its market growth to an operating model focused on licensed access to regulated markets. OKX expanded across the European Economic Area in January after receiving a license under the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets framework, or MiCA. Read more

Trendline from record highs capped BTC's recovery attempt Monday.

[PRESS RELEASE – Johannesburg, South Africa, December 23rd, 2025] South Africa has been on the forefront of crypto innovation and has produced one of the leading regulatory frameworks across the world. Since April 2024, over 300 crypto asset service providers have obtained a licence. VALR, which was among the first to obtain such a crypto […]

ZOOZ’s minimum bid‑price notice makes it the latest Bitcoin treasury stock to brush up against Nasdaq’s listing rules. ZOOZ Strategy’s Bitcoin-backed stock has been put on a Nasdaq compliance clock after the exchange warned the company its shares no longer meet the $1 minimum bid-price requirement, raising the risk of delisting if the price fails to recover within six months. The dual‑listed firm, which trades on Nasdaq and the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, said in a Monday statement that it plans to monitor the situation, and it may consider a reverse share split if needed. A reverse share split is when a company reduces the number of its outstanding shares and raises the price per share proportionally, typically to lift the stock price without changing the firm’s overall market value. Read more

Most tokens that debuted this year are trading below their initial valuations.

Digital asset treasury companies have maintained conviction, buying the dips, while exchange-traded product investors have been selling.

The company expanded its USD buffer runway beyond 2027, supporting dividends and reduces refinancing risk ahead of the next bitcoin halving.

Bitcoin's price was unable to break above $90,000 convincingly and is once again found into a retracement.

VanEck data shows declining bitcoin mining activity has historically preceded strong returns in bitcoin.

US inflation came in softer than expected, and the Fed delivered its third consecutive rate cut. The Bank of Japan raised rates for the first time in three decades without triggering a meltdown. On paper, the macro tape into year-end looks friendlier than it has in months. As of press time, Bitcoin (BTC) is up […] The post Bitcoin stalled at $90,000 because that “perfect” inflation report hides a massive data error appeared first on CryptoSlate.

New York, United States, 23rd December 2025, Chainwire

Toobit, the award-winning global cryptocurrency exchange, today announces the launch of the Christmas Trading Showdown, a holiday campaign with a total prize pool exceeding $1,000,000. Running from December 19, 2025, through January 12, 2026, the campaign transforms the final weeks of the year into a festive adventure by blending high-stakes competition with interactive quests. A […]

Altcoin ETF flows are diverging, with Ether stabilizing, XRP drawing steady demand and smaller funds seeing uneven traction. Spot Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the US recorded $84.6 million in net inflows on Monday, breaking a seven-day outflow streak in one of the biggest single-day reversals this month.  The shift came after over $700 million exited spot Ether (ETH) products last week, highlighting a pause in selling pressure. According to SoSoValue data, the rebound lifted cumulative net inflows to about $12.5 billion.  At the same time, XRP (XRP) ETFs extended their uninterrupted inflow streak, recording $43.9 million in net inflows on Monday, their strongest daily showing since early December. XRP ETFs have not experienced a single net outflow day since their launch, resulting in cumulative net inflows exceeding $1.1 billion. Read more

Harriet Hageman’s “Soon” teaser on X sharpens talk of a 2026 Senate bid to replace crypto ally Cynthia Lummis, raising the stakes for Wyoming’s pro‑crypto brand. Wyoming Representative Harriet Hageman fueled speculation about a 2026 Senate run after posting a cryptic video days after Senator Cynthia Lummis announced she will not seek reelection. ​The five-second clip shows the congresswoman alongside a single-word caption: “Soon.” It breaks a months‑long lull on her account and bolsters speculation that she is eyeing Lummis’ open seat. Wyoming’s Senate seat has been a reliable voice in advancing regulatory clarity for the crypto industry, from market structure bills and stablecoin regulation to banking access. Whoever replaces Lummis will help decide whether crypto keeps a dedicated champion in the Senate. Read more

Bitcoin trades below its bull channel as analysts debate a rebound toward $100K or further downside, with market signals mixed late in 2025.

Bybit will phase out services for Japan-based users starting in 2026, following earlier steps to halt new registrations. Bybit will begin phasing out services for residents of Japan from 2026, introducing gradual account restrictions as it moves to comply with the country’s regulatory requirements, the cryptocurrency exchange said on Monday. The exchange said users classified as Japanese residents will be subject to the restrictions on a rolling basis, while those incorrectly flagged have been asked to complete additional identity checks. Bybit is not registered with Japan’s Financial Services Agency, which requires crypto exchanges serving Japanese users to hold local approval. “If you're a resident of Japan, please note that starting from 2026 your account will be subject to gradual restrictions. You'll receive additional updates on the remediation process in subsequent communications,” the exchange said in an announcement on Monday. Read more

Bitmine's crypto war chest hits $13.2 billion as Ethereum holdings in just 5.5 months under aggressive accumulation.

XRP is below a crucial support, but can it pump soon?