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U.S. savings drop as inflation holds steady: What it means for Bitcoin’s 2026 outlook

A recent Personal Income & Outlays report indicates that consumer spending in the United States has plateaued in September, with no growth after adjusting for inflation. This stagnation suggests a decrease in economic momentum, despite an increase in personal income, which grew by 0.4% thanks to wage gains and dividends. Inflation continues to persist at a significant rate of 2.8% year-over-year.

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XRP price prediction: Can bulls break KEY pattern for a $2.7 move?

The sentiment surrounding XRP has taken a negative turn, with traders increasingly experiencing feelings of fear, uncertainty, and doubt. This emotional shift is particularly noteworthy as it coincides with a crucial technical development for Ripple (XRP) – the formation of a symmetrical triangle pattern on its price chart. Such sentiment can often lead to escalated price volatility.

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1. MVRV 2. FOMC 3. ETF 13:00, 05 Dec 2025

Bitcoin’s 2026 outlook: Why BTC’s price recovery hinges on THIS level

The cryptocurrency market is often characterized by its volatility and the current state of Bitcoin (BTC) trading exemplifies this nature. BTC has been struggling to maintain a $90k floor amid the anticipation of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting. Retail investors are retreating to the sidelines due to uncertainty, leaving influential market players, sometimes called "heavyweights," with the responsibility to restore market confidence. The fundamental question is whether Bitcoin still upholds its reputation as a reliable store of value, or if recent doubts and fears in the market have compromised it.

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ASTER wipes 77.8M tokens as buybacks hit $173M – Can price reclaim $1?

Aster, the cryptocurrency resulting from the merger of Astherus and APX Finance, launched nearly three months ago and has shown relative stability even as the broader crypto market faced significant downturns in the last quarter. This stability can be attributed to the diligent execution of the team's earlier roadmap. Now attention is shifting to the future, specifically on what ASTER has mapped out for 2026.

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Base–Solana bridge 09:00, 05 Dec 2025

Base–Solana bridge goes live: How it reshapes a $9.15B on-chain economy

Coinbase has significantly expanded the capabilities of its Layer-2 network, Base, by integrating with the Solana ecosystem. With the establishment of the new Base–Solana bridge, users can now seamlessly transfer SOL and other Solana assets across chains. The bridge operates on Coinbase's infrastructure and benefits from Chainlink's Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) to ensure secure and reliable transfers.

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stablecoins 07:00, 05 Dec 2025

JPMorgan sees little chance stablecoins will lift U.S Treasury bill demand – Here’s why

The developments within the United States stablecoins market have been drawing a variety of opinions among financial experts following the enactment of the GENIUS Act. The market has experienced substantial growth, with the total market supply of stablecoins reaching beyond $300 billion due to an increase of $50 billion. Despite this surge, the White House's ambition to achieve a $2 to $4 trillion market size by 2028-2030, aimed at boosting the demand for U.S short-term Treasury bills (T-bills), is seen as overly optimistic by some analysts.

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Bitcoin 06:00, 05 Dec 2025

American Bitcoin buys the dip hard, DESPITE ABTC’s <50% fall - Details

American Bitcoin, a mining and accumulation firm co-founded by Eric and Donald Trump Jr., has exhibited a strong confidence in Bitcoin by increasing its treasury holdings amidst a volatile market period. On December 3, the company disclosed that it had added 363 Bitcoin to its balance sheet, bringing the total reserves to 4,367 BTC as of December 2, up from 4,004 BTC noted on November 7.

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Bitcoin Futures Market Power 05:00, 05 Dec 2025

Bitcoin rebounds past $90K after Futures market flashes fresh bull signal!

Bitcoin saw a noteworthy recovery as it bounced back above the $90,000 mark after a temporary dip to $88,000. The digital currency's resurgence has been fueled by an easing of monetary policy, specifically the end to quantitative tightening, as well as the market's anticipation of a possible 25 basis point rate cut in the upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting.

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Ethereum 04:00, 05 Dec 2025

Ethereum bears wiped out! Whales, Spot buyers return with $47 mln push

Ethereum, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, has seen a notable downturn, with its value remaining below the $3,200 level for an extended period due to a weak market sentiment and lower price exchanges by investors. This downward trend, however, is showing signs of a potential reversal.

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$15.79M BTC whale move sparks buzz – Can Bitcoin finally target $100K?

In the evolving landscape of the cryptocurrency market, the behavior of Bitcoin whales—large holders of Bitcoin—often plays a significant role in determining market trends. A recent development has captured the attention of crypto observers: a Bitcoin whale, who had previously been inactive for over a year, has re-emerged, withdrawing a hefty total of 171 BTC from Binance, valued at approximately $15.79 million. This move comes at a time when the crypto market is showing signs of recovery and may indicate the beginning of an accumulation phase for these savvy investors.

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Solana 02:00, 05 Dec 2025

Franklin Templeton joins Solana ETF race with SOEZ – Details here!

Franklin Templeton, a global investment firm with over $1.6 trillion in assets under management, has recently launched the Franklin Solana ETF, signifying a strong move into the burgeoning Solana market. The new Exchange-Traded Product (ETP), trading under the ticker SOEZ, provides investors a direct avenue to the price movements of the Solana (SOL) cryptocurrency, aiming to attract a range of both retail and institutional investors.

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Crypto bounces as the macro market remains uncertain: Will it sustain?

The cryptocurrency market experienced a significant rebound, with the total market capitalization increasing by 10.4%. This resurgence was led by Bitcoin, which rose by 10.55%, while some alternative coins (altcoins) posted even higher returns. The recovery came amidst a period of global uncertainty, partly influenced by macroeconomic conditions.

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‘Real product market fit’ – Can Chainlink’s ETF moment finally unlock $20?

Chainlink, a prominent project in the world of decentralized finance (DeFi), recently marked a significant milestone with the launch of a U.S. spot Exchange Traded Fund (ETF), demonstrating the increasing institutional interest in alternative cryptocurrencies beyond the major players like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Despite a lower initial trading volume compared to the debuts of Solana and Ripple ETFs, Chainlink's entry into the ETF market was still received warmly by market analysts, with one day trading volume reaching $13 million and inflows hitting $42 million.

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Scaling on-chain: Can Solana and Revolut beat Ethereum in 2026?

As we look towards 2025, the crypto industry is witnessing a significant bullish trend with the integration of blockchain technology into mainstream use-cases like the payments market and associations with financial institutions. This year has also seen a surge in developer engagement, indicated by a substantial inflow of full-time developers and an overall increase in active monthly developers, reaching a count of 30,000.

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Bitcoin critic Peter Schiff admits blockchain superior to physical metal

Renowned as a critic of cryptocurrencies, Peter Schiff has surprisingly endorsed the use of blockchain technology by launching a new tokenized gold product, albeit maintaining his critical stance on Bitcoin. Schiff revealed the platform called T-Gold.com in a debate with Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) on December 4th. T-Gold.com allows users to purchase physical gold and silver that are securely stored in vaults, and these holdings can be withdrawn as blockchain tokens.

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DMI 21:00, 04 Dec 2025

BNB price prediction – Will it conquer $1000 again in December?

Binance Coin (BNB), a key cryptocurrency in the digital asset markets, has faced recent challenges that prompted it to test a crucial support level at $827. This price point has historically acted as a significant demand zone during the months of August and September, and it once again demonstrated its significance to traders and investors by offering support to the coin.

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Fartcoin tops Solana memecoin inflows – Can price hold its breakout?

Over the past 24 hours, Fartcoin has seen a boost of 12% in its value even as trading volume decreased by 6%. This memecoin is now at a crossroads where it could either continue its upward trend towards resistance levels or fall back to its previous accumulation zone. Recent activity indicates Fartcoin has regained its $400 million market cap, a benchmark not seen since October 30th.

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ETF (Exchange-Traded Fund) 19:14, 04 Dec 2025

21Shares launches first-ever 2× leveraged SUI ETF on Nasdaq

21Shares has launched a first-of-its-kind leveraged Sui ETF in the United States, introducing a significant development for the Layer-1 network known as Sui, which has been actively integrating itself into regulated financial markets. This new financial product, which trades on the Nasdaq under the ticker TXXS, provides investors with twice the daily leveraged exposure to the price movements of SUI, marking it as the first exchange-traded fund within the U.S. linked specifically to the Sui ecosystem.

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XRP 19:00, 04 Dec 2025

XRP’s 2025 recap – Trump’s re-election, SEC lawsuit, and more…

As 2025 comes to an end, looking back at the year reveals that XRP, the digital asset, has had its share of dramatic events. The year saw the re-election of U.S. President Donald Trump, the conclusion of a longstanding legal and regulatory confrontation, a historic price surge for XRP, and the debut of new institutional investment products tailored to the cryptocurrency market.

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Bitcoin 17:30, 04 Dec 2025

Bitcoin data shows over 25% of supply now underwater

On December 3, Bitcoin struggled to break and sustain above the critical $94,000 level, reflecting the market's vulnerability. On-chain data indicated that over 25% of the total Bitcoin supply was now at an unrealized loss, putting a considerable number of investors in a negative position. This milestone coincided with Glassnode's Supply Quantiles Cost Basis Model, which uses the cost bases of significant Bitcoin holdings to analyze potential market risks.

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DeFi (Decentralized Finance) 17:00, 04 Dec 2025

‘Declaration of war?’ Citadel’s anti‑DeFi stance sparks outrage

Citadel Securities, a leading market maker, has sparked controversy in the cryptocurrency community by taking a firm stance on the regulatory requirements for decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms. In a communication to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Citadel acknowledged the potential benefits of tokenized equities and blockchain technology to enhance the efficiency of market operations, including the clearing and settlement processes, as well as expanding options for investors.

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BTC 05:00, 02 Dec 2025

Michael Saylor drops ‘green dot’ hint: Bullish sign or warning for Bitcoin?

Michael Saylor, the Executive Chairman of Strategy (Nasdaq: MSTR), has conventionally signaled market movements with his "green dots" messages over weekends, which have frequently been followed by news of a Bitcoin (BTC) purchase by the firm. This time around, however, Saylor's latest signal has left the market and analysts in suspense as they try to decode its implications.

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Markets go quiet – Crypto exchange volumes hit lowest level since June

In the past month, the cryptocurrency market has witnessed a significant decline in trading volumes, with activity plummeting to its lowest levels for the year. The aggregate trading volume dipped to around $1.6 trillion, marking a noticeable retreat since the highs experienced in late 2024 when volumes occasionally exceeded $3 trillion. This decrease in trading activity indicates traders are taking a step back after enduring a period characterized by fluctuating prices and inconsistent momentum.

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$160B crypto crash: How MSTR sparked a Bitcoin bloodbath

The cryptocurrency market has been experiencing unexpected volatility and challenges, especially during December, bucking the trend of what is typically considered a positive "Thanksgiving rally." Instead, the market faced a severe downturn with a significant $160 billion erased from the crypto market's value, and Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, took the brunt of the losses, accounting for 62% of the total drawdown.

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Are TRUMP, MELANIA memecoins heading towards zero?

In late 2025, the cryptocurrency market faced a significant downturn, especially impacting memecoins such as Official Trump (TRUMP) and Melania (MELANIA), which saw substantial losses extending their already troubled performance throughout the year. In the 30-day period leading up to the reported time, MELANIA and TRUMP tokens declined by 39% and 32%, respectively. On a year-to-date basis, they plummeted to staggering lows, with MELANIA decreasing to $0.11 (a 96% loss) and TRUMP to $5.70 (a 78% loss). These figures underscored the possibility of further decline if market conditions continued to deteriorate into the early months of 2026.

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