Bitwise CIO Signals New Era: Bitcoin's Next Decade Will Be a Grind, Not a Cycle
TL;DR For years, the halving explained Bitcoin, but that framework has lost strength as BTC moves away from pure speculation and gains institutional scale and depth. Matt Hougan says BTC is entering a ten-year grind, where ETFs, regulation, and tokenization matter more than the halving and curb extreme volatility.
This Change in Japan's Crypto Tax Could Have Big Implications for Bitcoin and Ethereum
Japan is moving closer to fixing one of crypto's biggest pain points in the country – taxes. But the details show the change won't apply to everyone. Under its 2026 tax reform blueprint, Japan plans to cut crypto capital gains tax from as high as 55% to a flat 20%.
Bitcoin Nears Red Yearly Close: Galaxy Digital Explains The Setup
Bitcoin is heading into New Year's Eve on the verge of printing a red yearly candle, an awkward setup after a year packed with pro-crypto policy and institutional headlines. Galaxy Digital head of research Alex Thorn said BTC is down 6.3% year-to-date and 8.25% year-over-year, and would need a daily close above $93,389 on New Year's Eve to finish 2025 positive.
Ethereum's massive 6-month record staking queue looks bullish, but one corporate giant is secretly distorting the real signal
A single corporate treasury has effectively hijacked Ethereum's validator mechanics, executing a billion-dollar maneuver that has flipped the network's flow data from a steady exodus to a sudden traffic jam.
RWAs Are 2025's Hottest Crypto Narrative — XRP Ledger in the Hot Seat
The RWA Boom of 2025 and how it elevates XRP Ledger's market relevance.
Ripple News: Is an XRP Supply Shock Really Coming? Experts Take
Claims of an XRP supply shock have gained attention in recent weeks, driven by reports of falling exchange balances. Supporters believe lower token availability, combined with rising demand from XRP ETFs, could support a strong market move.
Ethereum smart contract deployments reach new 8.7M high in Q4
Token Terminal data revealed that smart contracts deployed on the Ethereum network hit an all-time high of 8.7 million in the fourth quarter of 2025.
Ethereum staking inflows outpace exits for first time since June 2025
Ethereum's staking queues have flipped for the first time in six months, with inflows outpacing exits as BitMine ramps up staking and Pectra-driven demand lifts sentiment.
Bitcoin tops $90,000 amid thin liquidity but remains range-bound, analysts say
Bitcoin climbed to $90,200 at one stage late Sunday, a move analysts attributed mainly to technical factors rather than fresh catalysts.
Ripple's XRP Coils at Key Support as Price Approaches a Tipping Point
XRP trades at $1.90 as it coils near key support, with analysts watching for a breakout amid shrinking exchange supply and historical patterns.
3 Gold Market Signals That Suggest Bitcoin's Price May Be Near a Bottom
Gold prices saw a modest short-term pullback after a broader rally that pushed the metal to record highs. Meanwhile, Bitcoin has underperformed during what has historically been its strongest quarter, reviving constant comparisons between the two assets.
Ethereum Staking Sees Inflow Surge as Entry Queue Overtakes Exits
Ethereum staking inflows have overtaken exits for the first time in six months, pointing to renewed validator confidence.
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