‍LBank Launches "0 Spot Fees Carnival" with 100% Deposit Bonus LBank announces its "0 Spot Fees Carnival," featuring zero fees on all spot trading pairs and a 100% Deposit Bonus Pro for futures accounts. The initiative aims to offer immediate savings and enhanced rewards to users. Eric He, LBank representative, stated: "True innovation does not lie in the technology itself, but in how it empowers every participant. We aim to share growth rewards with our users and achieve genuine win-win outcomes." Founded in 2015, LBank serves over 20 million users globally with a strong safety record.
‍Crypto Market Experiences $1.2 Trillion Dip: Experts Point to Macro Factors and Maturity The 2025 crypto market saw a significant drawdown, erasing over $1.2 trillion in value. Bitcoin fell from $120,000 to the $80,000 range. Experts like Noelle Acheson attribute this to a liquidity-driven correction influenced by Fed rate cut expectations, highlighting crypto's deep intertwining with broader macro forces. Tim Meggs notes the downturn's measured nature, reflecting increased institutional presence and market maturity, suggesting that flushing out excess leverage is beneficial. Glen Goodman points to a lack of a strong market narrative, making crypto more vulnerable to macro pressures. Overall, the dip is seen as a correction, not a collapse, indicating a maturing and more resilient market.
‍XRP Poised for Potential $2.80 Rally Amidst Bullish Signals XRP has shown significant upward momentum, recovering 21% from recent lows. Technical indicators, including a bull pennant pattern and a V-shaped recovery, suggest an imminent surge towards $2.80. On-chain metrics reveal strong holder conviction with a substantial decline in exchange supply. Robust institutional demand, evidenced by consistent inflows into spot XRP ETFs, further bolsters the optimistic outlook.
‍Uzbekistan Pioneers Stablecoin Payments with New Regulatory Sandbox Uzbekistan is set to integrate stablecoins into its financial system with a new regulatory sandbox launching January 1, 2026. Overseen by the National Agency for Perspective Projects (NAPP) and the central bank, the initiative will test a stablecoin payment system using distributed ledger technology. Starting in 2026, Uzbek entities can issue tokenized shares and bonds, traded on licensed stock exchanges. This aligns with the central bank’s focus on strict crypto control and follows NAPP’s increased fees for crypto participants in March 2024.
‍AB Charity Foundation Deploys HKD 10M, Taps Blockchain for Hong Kong Disaster Aid The AB Charity Foundation, an Ireland-registered NGO, has announced a HKD 10 million donation in collaboration with the Hong Kong Association for the Promotion of Peaceful Reunification of China. This contribution is aimed at providing emergency relief and supporting rebuilding efforts for residents affected by a devastating fire at Kwong Fuk Estate in Tai Po, Hong Kong. The initiative highlights the Foundation's commitment to blockchain-powered philanthropy and leveraging technology for public welfare. Established in May 2025, the Foundation uses blockchain and AI to construct a transparent and traceable global infrastructure for philanthropic endeavors, aligning with its vision of 'technology for good'.
‍Whale Sells $60M in ETH Amid Top 1% Accumulation An early Ethereum investor has sold $60 million worth of ETH, realizing a 9,500x return after 11 years. This "OG" investor, who acquired ETH at $0.31 during the ICO, is gradually offloading holdings, indicating a steady profit-taking strategy. In contrast, the top 1% of ETH holders continue to accumulate, increasing their supply share to 97.6%. Spot Ether ETFs also saw renewed inflows ($60 million), showing sustained confidence from major players despite market downturns.
‍ERC-20 Stablecoin Supply Reaches Record $185 Billion Recent data from CryptoQuant indicates that the supply of ERC-20 stablecoins has reached an all-time high of $185 billion. This sustained level signifies robust liquidity within the crypto ecosystem and investor readiness for potential market entries. Stablecoins are now considered a primary indicator of capital inflows, offering a more real-time measure than traditional money supply metrics. Binance's increasing stablecoin reserves, alongside declining BTC and ETH reserves, suggest traders are holding significant "dry powder" for future market opportunities.
‍Avail Nexus Launches, Promising Seamless Multichain UX Avail Nexus mainnet has launched, aiming to create a unified execution environment for digital assets across blockchains. This initiative addresses the fragmented user experience in Web3 by abstracting away complex processes like bridging and gas token management. Prabal Banerjee, Avail co-founder, stated, "Users should be less burdened by chains and underlying infra. UX should default to abstraction." Nexus introduces an intent-based system where users define their desired end-state goals, and a solver network handles the execution across blockchains. The platform offers unified balances and automates gas management, approvals, and routing, allowing DApps to provide a more integrated experience. Funds are secured in on-chain vault contracts with automatic reverts for failed transactions. Nexus operates at the application layer, enabling integration into existing DApps without altering blockchain protocols.
‍Algorand's 2025 Hackathon Marathon Spurs 700+ Blockchain Innovations Algorand concluded 2025 with over 700 real-world projects developed on its layer-1 blockchain through a global series of hackathons. Events like the Bolt.new Hackathon attracted 125,000+ participants, while collaborations with institutions in Berlin, Harvard, India, Turkey, and the UK fostered innovation in AI, DeFi, and payments. Algorand's ecosystem, known for speed, low fees, and multi-language support, continues to attract developers and demonstrate practical blockchain applications.
‍Tether Halts Bitcoin Mining in Uruguay Due to Rising Energy Costs Tether, the issuer of USDT, has ceased its Bitcoin mining operations in Uruguay, citing increasing energy expenses. The company confirmed the suspension and the dismissal of 30 employees. Tether launched its "sustainable Bitcoin mining" venture in Uruguay in May 2023, aiming to utilize the country's renewable energy. However, the project faced challenges, including a reported $4.8 million debt dispute regarding electricity bills.