Why donor-advised funds are a powerful (and tax-advantaged) tool for crypto-based giving
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Crypto has changed how people think about ownership, value transfer, and financial autonomy. It is also changing how people approach philanthropy. For many donors – especially those holding appreciated crypto – donor-advised funds (DAFs) have emerged as one of the most flexible and powerful tools for charitable giving. This article explains what DAFs are, how […]

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Spain to Enforce MiCA and DAC8 in 2026, Ending Crypto’s Regulatory Grey Area
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Spain is moving to close the regulatory gap for crypto firms. From 2026, MiCA and DAC8 will bring digital asset providers under the same licensing and reporting regime as traditional financial institutions, reshaping competition in one of Europe’s largest markets. The country will begin enforcing the DAC8 directive on tax reporting from 1 January 2026, […]

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Quantum Computing and <b>Cryptocurrency</b>: A Strong Match or Critical Danger?
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“Quantum computing and crypto are complementary technologies.” In short, rather than spelling doom for cryptocurrency, quantum computing could …

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Offchain Labs boosts ARB stake as Arbitrum crosses $20B milestone
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Offchain Labs increases its ARB holdings, signaling long-term conviction in Arbitrum as governance token prices slump and layer-2 competition intensifies.

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Investor Dan Tapiero Declares Bitcoin Bull Market in Mid-Cycle, Reveals Price Forecast for Gold, Silver and BTC
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Macro analyst and institutional crypto veteran Dan Tapiero says he believes Bitcoin is nowhere near the final phase of its current cycle. In a new market update, Tapiero says he believes BTC will catch up to this year’s explosive move for precious metals. “Bull market in bitcoin/blockchain/digital assets still mid-stage. Price unchanged vs gold since […]

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XRP Jumps Ahead of Bitcoin on Quantum Resistance With Major Testnet Upgrade
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XRP Ledger is already testing quantum-resistant transactions on its network, while Bitcoin developers warn a full upgrade could take years, which may set up a rare tech gap between the two chains.

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XRP Exchange Reserves On Binance Fall To Six-Month Low: Selling Pressure Is Easing
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XRP is testing a critical long-term demand zone below the $1.90 level as market conditions continue to deteriorate across the altcoin sector. After failing to sustain upside momentum, price action has turned increasingly fragile, with bulls struggling to defend key support levels. The structure now reflects growing weakness, reinforcing concerns that the broader market may […]

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Istanbul Blockchain Week Returns in June 2026 Amid Surging Crypto Adoption in Türkiye
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This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Istanbul, Türkiye – December, 2025 – Istanbul Blockchain Week, organized by Web3 marketing agency EAK Digital is set to return for its fifth edition on June 2nd-3rd, 2026, at the Hilton Bomonti Hotel. Following last year’s success, this year’s event is gearing up to host prominent […]

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Funds Coin enables global <b>cryptocurrency</b> enthusiasts to generate stable passive income …
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The cryptocurrency markets are navigating another phase of volatility, with global investors reassessing strategies for generating returns from …

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NFTs shifted to utility and culture as price faded in 2025
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In 2025, non-fungible tokens were reshaped by falling volumes, cultural repositioning and a growing focus on real-world use cases.

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Streamflow Announces USD+, a Yield-Bearing Solana Stablecoin Backed by U.S. Treasury Bills
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December 24th, 2025 – Belgrade, Serbia Streamflow announces USD+, a U.S. Treasury-backed stablecoin built on Solana that distributes daily yield directly to holders’ wallets. Designed for Web3 companies with treasuries and crypto-native investors managing idle capital, USD+ enables users to earn yield on stable balances without any staking or lockups. USD+ is backed by short-term […]

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Price Is Going ‘Much Higher’ for One Precious Metal After Gold and Silver Blow-Off Tops, According to Veteran Trader Peter Brandt
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Veteran trader Peter Brandt believes one precious metal is heading much higher in value. The legendary trader tells his 835,400 followers on X that palladium is likely to print more rallies, but warns it may first retrace more than 17% from its current value. “Palladium goes much higher, either from here or after a dip […]

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HBAR Faces Over 20% Plunge After Bear Flag Breaks, Yet One Surprising Signal Sparks Hope
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TLDR A bear flag pattern breakdown projects further declines of up to 28%, targeting the $0.068 zone. Buying interest has collapsed drastically, with exchange net outflows shrinking from 4 million to just 300,000 HBAR. Social sentiment has plummeted by 98%, a level of extreme disinterest that has historically preceded relief bounces. The Hedera ecosystem is […]

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SEC Exposes $14M Crypto Scam That Targeted Investors via WhatsApp
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TL;DR The SEC uncovered a $14 million cryptocurrency scam that used WhatsApp groups and fake trading platforms to deceive U.S. investors. The scheme leveraged AI trading hype and misleading promises to build trust, with platforms like Morocoin, Berge, and Cirkor being entirely fictitious. Investors faced additional withdrawal fees, highlighting the importance of verifying unsolicited crypto […]

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Ethereum Price Analysis: ETH Hasn’t Turned Completely Bearish, but It’s Close
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Ethereum continues to show signs of weakness, failing to build any significant recovery despite holding above local support. Market participants are showing hesitation, likely due to broader uncertainty and the lack of bullish momentum from Bitcoin. While ETH hasn’t broken down yet, it also hasn’t managed to flip any major resistances, which keeps it in […]

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Solana Slashes $500M Sandwich Attacks as 75% of SOL Gets Staked in 2025 Security Overhaul
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Key Takeaways: Sandwich attacks drained up to $500 million from Solana users in 16 months, but coordinated action cut profitability by 60–70% in 2025. 415 million SOL is now staked, representing 75% of circulating supply, driven by a sharp rise in native staking and institutional inflows. Marinade Finance, Jito, and the Solana Foundation blacklisted 50+ […]

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Big Bitcoin Boycott? Unusual Omission Spotted in Robert Kiyosaki's Posts
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Over the past week, “Rich Dad Poor Dad” Author Robert Kiyosaki has not spotlighted Bitcoin in his X posts.

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These Five Key Drivers Could Boost XRP To $5 By 2026, Claims Top Analyst
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XRP, currently the fifth largest cryptocurrency by market cap, has recently fallen below the crucial $2 mark amid a broader market correction that has dampened investor sentiment since October. However, market analyst Sam Daodu has identified five critical catalysts that could drive the altcoin to new all-time highs of $5 by 2026. Potential Bullish Catalysts […]

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IMF Confirms El Salvador Is Moving to Sell Chivo Wallet Amid Ongoing Bitcoin Tensions
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The International Monetary Fund confirmed that El Salvador is moving toward selling its government-run Chivo wallet as part of a $1.4 billion loan agreement. Conflicting reports exist regarding the country’s Bitcoin purchases, with the IMF claiming buying paused in 2024 while the Salvadoran government reports ongoing daily acquisitions. Despite IMF pressure to scale back crypto […]

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Ethereum price under pressure as $6B options expiry nears
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ETH options data shows investors increasing downside protection as the year-end $6 billion options expry approaches, signaling caution.

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Bitcoin Logs 4th Straight Outflow Day With $189 Million Exit
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Bitcoin ETFs posted a fourth consecutive day of outflows, while ether ETFs slipped back into the red. XRP and solana ETFs continued to attract modest but steady inflows, underscoring selective investor demand. Ether Turns Red Again as Bitcoin ETFs Sink Further Risk appetite cooled further across crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as the holiday-shortened week approached, […]

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Ghana legalizes <b>cryptocurrency</b> trading under new regulatory framework – Crypto News
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Ghana has officially legalized cryptocurrency trading following passage of the Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) bill. Per ETHNews, the …

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Brazil Backs a R$1.08M Bitcoin Orchestra That Turns Live BTC Prices Into Real-Time Music
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Key Takeaways: Brazil approved a R$1.08 million ($197,000) tax-incentivized project that converts live Bitcoin price data into orchestral music. A custom algorithm will translate Bitcoin price movements and volatility into melody, rhythm, and tempo during a live performance in Brasília. The initiative highlights how crypto market data can power cultural experiences, not just financial products. […]

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Crypto Presale 2025: IPO Genie ($IPO) vs Bitcoin Hyper vs Nexchain. A Strategic Market Comparison
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The 2025 crypto presale cycle continues to reveal key trends in how attention and trust are built over time, with an emphasis on the legitimacy and real utility of projects. In this context, IPO Genie ($IPO) has quickly captured attention, raising over $400,000 in its initial phase, but what makes it stand out compared to […]

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Analyst: ‘High Quality’ Alts Like XRP Could Outperform Bitcoin
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TLDR Bitcoin’s risk-reward ratio diminishes after reaching $90,000, clearing the way for opportunities in undervalued assets. Historically, fundamentally sound altcoins experience their most explosive rallies following the peak of BTC dominance. XRP serves as a key example of how an asset can erase months of underperformance in just a few days of a massive surge. […]

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Circle Introduces Tokenized Gold and Silver Swaps via USDC on New Digital Metals Platform
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[PRESS RELEASE – NY, USA, December 24th, 2025] CircleMetals.com by Circle, a global financial technology firm and issuer of the USDC stablecoin, today announced an expansion of its digital currency platform into the tokenized precious metals market. The new offering enables customers to seamlessly swap USDC for tokenized gold (GLDC) and tokenized silver (SILC) at […]

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1,983% SHIB Burn Spike Sends Shiba Inu Supply Lower: What to Watch Now?
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Shiba Inu is being closely watched as its supply goes lower and price tests crucial support in preholiday trading.

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Gemini Predicts Bitcoin Cycle Break and Nation-State Bitcoin Adoption in 2026
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Bitcoin Magazine Gemini Predicts Bitcoin Cycle Break and Nation-State Bitcoin Adoption in 2026 Gemini’s Director of Institutional, Patrick Liou, outlined five key predictions for the crypto market in 2026, following what he called a “historic” 2025 for digital assets. His outlook highlights structural shifts in the market, increasing institutional adoption, and growing mainstream political acceptance, […]

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Solana (SOL) At Risk of Fresh Bearish Wave, Traders Turn Cautious
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Solana failed to stay above $126 and corrected gains. SOL price is now trading below $125 and might find bids near the $120 zone. SOL price started a downside correction below $125 against the US Dollar. The price is now trading above $125 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a bearish trend line […]

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Solana treasury Upexi slides 7.5% on $1B shelf registration filing
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Shares in Upexi fell 7.5% on Tuesday after it filed a $1 billion shelf registration, suggesting its Solana holdings could again grow after over five months of no purchases.

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Crypto Market Maker DWF Labs Enters Physical Gold Trading as Bullion Hits Record Highs
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DWF Labs completed its first physical gold trade by settling a 25-kilogram bar through traditional bullion clearing systems instead of using blockchain technology. Gold has significantly outperformed Bitcoin in 2025 with a 70% return compared to Bitcoin’s negative 6.7% leading the firm to target silver and cotton next. The move marks a broader strategy for […]

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Analyst Says Forget the Four-Year Cycle, Crypto’s New Reality Is the Ten-Year Grind
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Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan predicts Bitcoin will reach new record highs in 2026 driven by institutional adoption from major wealth platforms like Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan. He argues the traditional four-year halving cycle is weakening because supply cuts are becoming less impactful and macroeconomic conditions like falling interest rates have shifted. Future price action is […]

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