Japan plans tough new rules for crypto exchanges: What liability reserves actually mean
Japan’s FSA is set to mandate liability reserves for crypto exchanges to boost consumer protection. The new rules are set to change the market. Go to Source
Month: December 2025
Dogecoin ETFs lose their bite as Bitcoin, Ethereum big dogs lead the pack
The total value traded for spot DOGE ETFs reached its lowest point since launch, signaling a fading of the early hype as liquidity and flows lag well behind those of major crypto ETFs. Go to Source
No, Stablecoins Don’t Aid Criminals in Laundering Money Directly – but Banks Want You to Think So
A recent New York Times piece misleadingly suggests that stablecoins facilitate money laundering by criminal actors. However, the article reveals that crypto-to-cash conversion services and inadequate compliance measures by financial companies are the primary mechanisms enabling such activities. Stablecoins are Not Aiding Money Launderers, Weak Compliance Is The Facts A recent article published by The … Read more
Bitcoin’s ‘bear flag pattern’ targets $67K as BTC spot demand slumps
The absence of new buyers and weakening ETF demand are factors likely to keep the Bitcoin price pinned below $93,000 as a bear flag targets $67,000. Go to Source
Hacken Releases MEXC’s Audit, Confirms Full Asset Backing and Strengthened Transparency Standards
This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. VICTORIA, Seychelles, December 9, 2025 — MEXC, the fastest-growing global cryptocurrency exchange, redefining a user-first approach to digital assets through true zero-fee trading, has published its latest independent Proof of Reserves (PoR) report conducted by blockchain security and audit firm Hacken. MEXC continues to safeguard core … Read more
‘Elite’ traders hunt dopamine-seeking retail on prediction markets: 10x Research
Rising retail participation incentivizes data-driven, “elite” traders to use “information asymmetry” and spreads caused by casual investors seeking a quick buck, 10x said. Go to Source
Circle Secures UAE Financial License and Appoints Visa Veteran as Regional Managing Director
Stablecoin issuer expands Middle East presence with Abu Dhabi Global Market regulatory approval and strategic leadership appointment. Circle Internet Group announced on December 9, 2025, that it has obtained a Financial Services Permission (FSP) license from the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) Financial Services Regulatory Authority. The company simultaneously appointed Dr. Saeeda Jaffar as Managing … Read more
Polygon deploys Madhugiri hard fork, aims for 33% throughput boost
Polygon’s hard fork cuts consensus time to one second, supports Fusaka EIPs, and lays the groundwork for stablecoin and RWA-focused scaling. Go to Source
HashKey crypto exchange opens Hong Kong IPO subscription, targets $215M
HashKey opens IPO subscriptions as it seeks to raise $214.7 million, valuing Hong Kong’s largest crypto exchange at around $2.5 billion. Go to Source
Digital Asset Treasuries Suffer -43% Returns Amid Crypto Market Rout
The average return of companies holding crypto in their balance sheets, commonly referred to as Digital Asset Treasuries (DAT), has fallen to -43% as the ongoing crypto market downturn significantly impacts these organizations. While larger corporations have weathered the losses, smaller startups are experiencing more severe financial strain. Digital Asset Treasures Are Down 43% YTD, … Read more