December 16, 2025
Crypto

Gensler calls out crypto hype: Bitcoin aside, ‘it’s risky’

Former SEC Chair Gary Gensler isn’t letting crypto enthusiasts off the hook anytime soon. Summary Gary Gensler doubles down on skepticism, calling most cryptocurrencies (beyond Bitcoin and USD-backed stablecoins) speculative assets lacking fundamental value. Investor caution is key, as Gensler warns that political narratives and ETF hype don’t reduce the underlying volatility or risk. Regulation

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Scaramucci crowns Solana ‘a big winner’ of tokenization

Solana got a midweek boost after SkyBridge founder Anthony Scaramucci took to CNBC to declare the blockchain a top contender in the race to become the industry standard for tokenized assets. Summary Anthony Scaramucci says Solana is primed to become a global standard for tokenized assets as blockchain rails replace legacy financial plumbing. SkyBridge holds

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What to expect before December FOMC meeting

Bitcoin price briefly touched $93.9K today, December 3, sparking excitement, though it’s since pulled back slightly. The market is focused on the December 10 FOMC meeting, which could set the stage for broader trends. With an 87% likelihood of a 25-basis-point rate cut, traders are weighing whether Bitcoin will push higher or face a minor

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Can Chainlink price hit $20 as new LINK ETF inflows rise?

Chainlink price continued its strong rebound as market participants cheered the recent LINK ETF launch and the strong inflows.  Summary Chainlink price has rallied by 25% from its lowest level this month. The recently launched LINK ETF has accumulated over $41 million in inflows. Technical analysis suggests that the token has more upside to go.

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Forget Bitcoin, XRP holders could earn up to $10,000 daily after XRP ETF launch

Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. DeFi BI gains momentum as XRP ETF optimism pushes investors toward early yield strategies and cloud mining participation. Summary XRP gains fresh momentum after its ETF launch, as investors eye ecosystem growth and new

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Ethereum built DeFi, and now Bitcoin is taking it further

Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to the author and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news’ editorial. Over the past five years, DeFi has grown from a niche concept into a functioning, if still volatile, alternative to parts of traditional finance. As of November 2025, its total value locked

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Ethereum tops $3K as Fusaka upgrade boosts throughput and blobs

Ethereum breaks above $3,000 after the Fusaka upgrade, which adds PeerDAS and higher blob capacity, but price still must clear a dense EMA cluster to confirm a sustained uptrend. Summary Fusaka introduces PeerDAS, doubles gas capacity, and lays groundwork for two blob-parameter expansions that could cut rollup fees into 2026 as Ethereum price inches up.​

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21Shares updates spot Dogecoin ETF filing with fee details

21Shares has taken another step toward launching a spot Dogecoin exchange-traded fund in the U.S., filing an amendment that reveals the fund’s fee structure and adds fresh operational details. Summary 21Shares updated its S-1 to reveal the fund’s sponsor fee and confirm its cold-storage structure. The amendment arrives during a surge in DOGE-related investment products

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AAVE price confirms bullish reversal pattern even as TVL dropped to 5-month low

AAVE price has confirmed a breakout from a bullish reversal pattern, even as activity in its ecosystem continues to slow down. Summary AAVE price is down 10% over the past month. The network’s TVL and revenue have fallen over the past months. It has confirmed a bullish reversal pattern on the daily chart. According to

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Bitcoin absorbs $732B as tokenized RWAs hit $24B

Bitcoin’s latest cycle is defined by heavier institutional flows, ETF-driven liquidity and $24B in tokenized RWAs, with volatility nearly halved as $732B in new capital enters. Summary Glassnode estimates Bitcoin absorbed about $732B in new capital this cycle while one-year realized volatility dropped by nearly 50%.​ Tokenized real-world assets expanded from $7B to $24B in

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