The U.S. central bank is exploring a limited version of master accounts aimed at giving fintechs and crypto-related firms access to core payments infrastructure, seeking to balance financial innovation with systemic risk controls.
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ethan
Ethan focuses on altcoins and emerging blockchain ecosystems, covering new projects, sector expansion, and shifting narratives across the crypto landscape. His work looks at how ecosystems grow and interact, beyond short-term price movements.He regularly contributes context on Layer 1 developments and Web3 or DeFi trends connected to broader ecosystem growth.
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Bitcoin Cash (BCH) is trading near $582.34 and would need roughly an 11.62% rise to reach $650 before the Christmas 2025 window, according to recent market commentary and technical reports. The outlook combines positive momentum indicators with defended support levels and growing institutional and retail positioning, creating a scenario analysts say could enable a near-term breakout.
The U.S. Senate confirmed Michael Selig as chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) by a 53–43 vote, and approved Travis Hill as chair of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC).
The bankruptcy administrator in charge of winding down Terraform Labs has filed a lawsuit against Jump Trading for 4 billion dollars. According to the official report by Todd Snyder, responsible for the liquidation, the firm is accused of profiting illegally during Do Kwon’s Terra collapse. This legal action seeks to hold the trading company accountable for its alleged direct contribution to one of the industry’s largest financial crises.
The Cardano network recorded a massive financial movement this December 19, 2025, following a prolonged price drop. The ADA whale accumulation surpassed 630 million dollars as large investors seek a technical rebound. According to Ananda Banerjee, the official spokesperson for the report, large holders are aggressively absorbing the available supply today. Buying pressure is increasing in very important structural support zones. Likewise, the market is closely observing this institutional behavior to predict the future.
The digital currency XRP managed to recover today to reach 1.85 dollars after an initial significant drop. Analyst Shaurya Malwa from CD Analytics highlighted that institutional interest in Ripple remained solid throughout the day. This technical boost allowed the asset to overcome key resistance levels in the short term.
Trump Media announced a planned all-stock merger with fusion developer TAE Technologies, triggering a sharp rise in DJT shares and signaling a strategic pivot from social media into energy. The proposed transaction pairs Trump Media’s public-market access with TAE’s fusion technology as both seek to accelerate commercialization.
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently argued that the network must become more accessible for its participants. He highlighted that a simplified Ethereum protocol is essential for achieving a truly trustless environment on a global scale. This statement was shared through his official social media channel on Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
Bitcoin’s price staged a dynamic rally on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, reclaiming the psychological $90,000 mark. This bullish move generated massive pressure on bearish traders during the opening of the Wall Street session. As a direct consequence, a cascade of short position liquidations occurred, exceeding $120 million in just a few hours
ARK Invest, led by Cathie Wood, recently announced a new investment in shares of crypto companies. On Wednesday, December 18, 2025, the firm took advantage of current volatility to strengthen its financial position. This strategic acquisition occurred during a significant correction of the industry’s most important digital assets. According to an official disclosure, the investment management firm maintains its policy of buying assets during moments of weakness. The commitment to financial innovation remains the pillar of all its recent commercial operations.
