Stablecoin issuer closes 2025 with over 96,000 BTC as corporate Bitcoin accumulation accelerates Tether significantly increased its Bitcoin exposure at the close of 2025, acquiring 8,888 BTC on New Year’s Eve and pushing its disclosed holdings to more than 96,000 Bitcoin. The purchase, confirmed by the company’s CEO, reinforces Tether’s position as one of the most influential corporate holders in the crypto market. With this latest acquisition, Tether now controls the fifth-largest known Bitcoin wallet, trailing only a handful of major custodial platforms. Among privately held companies, it ranks second-largest by Bitcoin treasury size. The purchase was valued at roughly…
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Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs Dominate Inflows as Institutional Demand Holds Firm Despite a weak finish for digital asset prices, U.S. crypto exchange-traded funds recorded strong investor demand in 2025, drawing more than $31.77 billion in net inflows over the year. The data highlights continued institutional interest even as broader crypto markets softened toward year-end. Spot Bitcoin ETFs captured the majority of capital, accounting for $21.4 billion in net inflows during 2025. While this figure represents a decline from $35.2 billion in 2024, Bitcoin funds remained the primary gateway for investors seeking regulated crypto exposure. Among issuers, BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust…
DJT token offers perks and discounts but carries no ownership or shareholder rights Trump Media and Technology Group has announced plans to introduce a blockchain-based reward token for its shareholders, marking another step in the convergence of traditional equities and digital assets. The initiative will distribute one DJT token for every share owned, creating a 1:1 reward structure tied to shareholdings rather than equity rights. The DJT token is being developed in partnership with Crypto.com and will be issued to existing shareholders. According to the company, the token may unlock perks and incentives, including discounts across its ecosystem, such as…
BTC Records First-Ever Post-Halving Year Decline, Raising Doubts Over the Four-Year Cycle Bitcoin has closed 2025 lower than it started, marking a historic deviation from its long-standing four-year halving cycle. For the first time since halvings began, the year following a halving has ended in the red, challenging one of the most widely followed frameworks in crypto market analysis. Bitcoin halvings occur every four years, reducing mining rewards and limiting new supply. Historically, this mechanism fueled strong bull markets in the year after each halving. Following the 2012, 2016, and 2020 halvings, Bitcoin ended the subsequent year at or near…
Analysts see a major shift toward high-performance computing as a key growth driver for TeraWulf through 2027. A major US investment bank has issued a bullish outlook for Bitcoin miner TeraWulf, upgrading its stock rating and sharply increasing its price target. The move reflects growing confidence that TeraWulf’s evolving business model and infrastructure expansion are not yet fully reflected in its current valuation. Rating Upgrade and Price Target Increase The bank upgraded TeraWulf shares to “outperform” from a neutral stance and raised its price target from $9.50 to $24. The reassessment is based on expectations that investors are underestimating the…
Senate committees are preparing to revisit long-delayed digital asset legislation as Congress returns from recess. US lawmakers are expected to take a significant step on crypto regulation early next year, with Senate committees preparing to address a long-awaited digital asset market structure bill. After months of delays, January 2026 is shaping up to be a key moment for US crypto policy as Congress reconvenes and refocuses on regulatory priorities. Senate Committees Prepare for Markup Members of the Senate Banking Committee are expected to consider a markup of the Responsible Financial Innovation Act during the second week of January. The move…
October Flash Crash and Bitcoin Slump Slash Net Worth of Industry Leaders The year 2025 has proven turbulent for cryptocurrency billionaires, with some losing billions in net worth following a sharp market correction. While a few figures saw substantial gains, the crypto sector faced notable volatility, particularly in October. Prominent executives including Michael Saylor, Changpeng Zhao, and the Winklevoss twins experienced dramatic declines in wealth. Strategy executive chairman Michael Saylor’s net worth fell by $2.6 billion, settling at $3.8 billion after a slump in Bitcoin impacted the company’s stock price. The Winklevoss twins lost 59% of their net worth, and…
Expectations of easier monetary policy are fueling optimism for Bitcoin, though political and market risks remain. Bitcoin may receive a significant tailwind in 2026 as global monetary conditions shift toward easier policy. Market participants point to rising liquidity injections and falling interest rates as potential catalysts for higher prices across risk assets, including cryptocurrencies. However, conflicting forecasts suggest the outlook remains uncertain. Federal Reserve Policy and Liquidity Trends Analysts watching US monetary policy expect continued rate cuts in 2026, with the Federal Reserve already showing early signs of balance sheet support. Lower borrowing costs and renewed bond purchases could increase…
Stronger regulation, ETFs, stablecoins, and tokenization are expected to reinforce each other, pushing crypto deeper into global finance. Crypto markets are entering 2026 with growing structural momentum. The same forces that shaped digital asset growth in 2025 are expected to strengthen further, creating a compounding effect that accelerates mainstream adoption. Rather than relying on speculative cycles, crypto is increasingly being integrated into regulated financial systems and institutional workflows. ETFs and Institutional Access Spot crypto exchange-traded funds played a major role in 2025 by providing regulated and familiar access to digital assets. As approval processes become more efficient, these products are…
The Reserve Bank of India says central bank digital currencies are better suited to protect monetary trust than privately issued stablecoins. India’s central bank is calling on governments worldwide to place greater emphasis on central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) rather than privately issued stablecoins, warning that the rapid growth of stablecoins could pose risks to financial stability if left unchecked. Why India Favors CBDCs In its latest financial stability assessment, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) argued that CBDCs help preserve the singleness of money and the integrity of the financial system. According to the RBI, sovereign digital currencies should…