3 altcoins face significant liquidation risks in the second week of December
The altcoin market in December no longer shows the heavy losses seen last month. It is now moving into a new sideways phase. Several altcoins with unique catalysts and news flows have pushed many derivatives traders to take unilateral positions.
However, this week also brings several significant macroeconomic events. These events could expose their positions to significant liquidation risks.
1. Zcash (ZEC)
From the all-time high of $748 reached last month, ZEC has fallen by 50%. Such a deep decline tends to attract investors who believe they have missed previous opportunities. This sentiment encourages derivatives traders to expect a rebound in December. Consequently, the total volume of liquidations accumulated on the Long side has increased.
Inflows into crypto funds reach $716 million as Bitcoin, XRP, and Chainlink lead the...
Crypto funds have recorded the second consecutive week of inflows, raising $716 million as investor sentiment in the crypto market continued to stabilize and improve.
The new capital has increased the total assets under management (AuM) to $180 billion, marking a rebound of 7.9% from the lows of November. However, this is still significantly below the industry's all-time high of $264 billion.
Crypto Inflows Reach $716 Million as Crypto Sentiment Increases
Pi Network hit by $10 million fraud lawsuit as the community contests the aff...
SocialChain Inc., the company behind Pi Network, is facing a $10 million lawsuit after an investor accused it of orchestrating a fraudulent scheme.
The complaint alleges that the company conducted unauthorized token transfers, secretly sold 2 billion Pi tokens, and intentionally delayed the network migration. These actions reportedly caused a dramatic collapse in the token's price.
A federal lawsuit for securities fraud challenges the leadership of Pi Network
3 altcoins to watch before the December FOMC meeting
The next FOMC meeting in the United States, scheduled for December 10, is expected to lead to a 25 basis point interest rate cut. The FOMC decision event could bring the interest rate to 3.50% – 3.75% and could prove highly beneficial for the crypto market.
At the moment, the probability of a rate cut is 87.2%, while there is a 12.8% chance of no rate reduction. If the first scenario occurs, cryptocurrencies could rise as lower rates typically push capital toward risk assets like crypto. However, a positive surprise could suppress demand, especially with Bitcoin down 20% in the last 90 days.
Traditional Studies vs. Blockchain: Can there be common ground?
The world of video games is at a crossroads. For decades, the success of a video game has been measured by two fundamental metrics: the depth of its plot and the quality of its graphics. However, in the era of decentralized technology and ubiquitous cell phones, these traditional foundations are being questioned and expanded. This tension has been the central theme of the BeInCrypto panel, "Traditional Studies vs. Blockchain: Can there be common ground?"
Coinbase plans a full return to India, fiat support expected in 2026
Coinbase, the leading cryptocurrency exchange based in the United States, has resumed onboarding users in India after a two-year hiatus.
This return follows a continuous engagement with Indian regulatory authorities. Despite heavy taxes and regulatory friction, India continues to show rapid growth in the adoption of digital assets.
Coinbase reopens its doors to Indian users.
Coinbase initially launched its service in India in April 2022, targeting a growing crypto user base. However, regulatory difficulties soon emerged.
4 key economic data points from the USA to influence sentiment on Bitcoin this week
Bitcoin traders are preparing for a crucial week, as four major U.S. economic releases, including the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision and essential labor market data, could influence market sentiment and determine the next move for the crypto.
This convergence of monetary policy updates and employment figures occurs as Bitcoin trades near technical levels that could lead to notable volatility, both upward and downward.
"Bitcoin at $170,000: Reaganomics 2.0 Will Propel BTC in 2026"
The Korbit Research Center of South Korea forecasts that Bitcoin will trade between $140,000 and $170,000 in 2026, citing U.S. fiscal policy reforms and structural institutional demand as key catalysts.
In its fourth annual market outlook, Korbit's research team outlined a macroeconomic thesis that diverges from the traditional narrative of the four-year halving cycle. The report argues that the price trajectory of Bitcoin will be shaped less by supply-side dynamics and more by growth driven by U.S. productivity under what it defines as 'stronger Reaganomics.'
Peter Brandt and 'the man with the highest IQ in the world' provide contrasting predictions on Bitcoin
One figure represents decades of experience in trading. The other is labeled as 'the person with the highest IQ in the world' based on standardized tests. What are their predictions for the price of Bitcoin in the second week of December?
It is interesting to note that their opinions seem to clash. Their opposing perspectives highlight how even those with exceptional experience or intelligence can interpret the market in very different ways.
Peter Brandt – Bitcoin is retesting before returning to a bearish trend
New token launched on Pump.fun increases in early December, is the meme season back?
The meme coin market shows clearer signs of recovery in December. Pump.fun — the leading platform for launching meme coins — reports a renewed increase in newly created tokens.
Analysts also note that investor sentiment is shifting towards a greater appetite for risk as the end of the year approaches.
How does Pump.fun reflect the increased risk appetite in December?
Dune's data shows that the number of meme tokens created daily on Pump.fun has remained above 20,000 throughout December. On December 2, the figure exceeded 25,000. This was the highest level since mid-September, marking a notable change.
What happens to Tether if Japan sells U.S. government securities? Depeg risks explained
Japan, the largest foreign holder of U.S. government debt, is fueling market anxiety as analysts warn that a potential large-scale sell-off of bonds could be approaching.
Concern is spreading in the crypto sector, where Tether, the issuer of the USDT stablecoin primarily backed by over $113 billion in U.S. government securities, faces renewed scrutiny over potential depeg risks.
Analysts warn that Japan may sell U.S. Treasury securities as national yields rise.
The historic FSRA license requires a review of 3 entities for Binance in Abu Dhabi
Binance has become the first global cryptocurrency exchange to obtain a complete suite of licenses from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), positioning its entire global platform under full regulatory supervision.
The approval, announced on December 8, 2025, covers exchange, clearing, and custody activities, as well as broker-dealer activities, aligning Binance's structure with the oversight of the traditional financial market.
Bittensor (TAO) prepares for a historic halving, but analysts warn of the risk of ...
Bittensor (TAO) is just a few days away from its first halving ever, as the decentralized AI network approaches the threshold of 10.5 million TAO in supply. Expected around December 14, the event will halve the daily token issuance.
This halving represents a crucial turning point for Bittensor, reflecting the emission reduction model of Bitcoin (BTC). While experts expect the event to trigger a positive price reaction, others warn of a possible 'sell the news' event.
South Korea promotes no-fault liability after the Upbit hack
South Korean regulators are pushing for the introduction of strict objective liability standards for cryptocurrency exchanges, following a hacking incident involving 28 million dollars at Upbit, the largest exchange in the country.
The Financial Services Commission will include these measures in its upcoming legislation for virtual assets.
TradFi regulation applies as the current one is insufficient.
Objective liability is a legal principle that requires compensation without the need to prove negligence or unlawful conduct. Victims receive quick and predictable compensation without the burden of proving who was responsible. This approach is commonly applied to road accidents and hazardous industrial activities.
Saylor's 'Orange Dot' takes Bitcoin from $87,000 to $91,000
A cryptic post by Michael Saylor caused Bitcoin to jump over $4,000 in less than three hours during the early hours of Monday's Asian morning. His message “₿ack to Orange Dots?” sparked speculation about MicroStrategy's accumulation strategy, pushing the digital asset from just under $88,000 to over $91,000.
This reaction highlights how the communications of the executive president can strongly influence market sentiment, even while the overall sentiment of the market remains gripped by extreme fear.
Robinhood arrives in Indonesia, where Gen Z emerges as tech-savvy investors
Robinhood Markets has announced its intention to acquire the Indonesian brokerage firm PT Buana Capital Sekuritas and the licensed digital asset trader PT Pedagang Aset Kripto, marking its entry into the largest and fastest-growing crypto market in Southeast Asia.
The acquisitions position Robinhood to serve over 19 million investors in the capital markets and 17 million crypto traders in Indonesia. These agreements are subject to the approval of the Indonesia Financial Services Authority, with completion expected in the first half of 2026.
China bans real world assets for the first time: the largest crypto crackdown of 7 agencies...
Seven major associations of the Chinese financial industry have jointly issued a warning about the risks, marking the most comprehensive crackdown on crypto since the 2021 ban that expelled all cryptocurrency exchanges from the country.
The associations cover sectors such as banking, securities, funds, futures, payment and clearing, publicly traded companies, and internet finance. They stated that all commercial activities related to crypto, including stablecoins, airdrops, mining, and in particular, the tokenization of real world assets (RWA), are illegal in China.
Texas bank under $6 billion ties to Trump's pro-Bitcoin power block
A small Texas bank is attracting disproportionate attention in crypto and political circles. Monet Bank, a community bank with assets under $6 billion, has changed its name twice this year and has repositioned itself as an 'infrastructure bank' focused on crypto.
The move is significant because its owner, billionaire Andy Beal, a major ally of Trump, is now placing the institution within what analysts describe as a rapid expansion of the pro-Bitcoin power network surrounding Donald Trump.
XRP whales sell $780 million, will the price drop below $2?
The price of XRP has returned to the critical level of $2 after repeated failed breakout attempts, reflecting uncertainty in the market.
Every attempt to break through short-term resistance has been met with selling pressure, bringing the altcoin back to this psychological level.
XRP holders are in a dispute
Whales have started to offload significant portions of their holdings. In the last seven days, wallets holding between 1 million and 10 million XRP have sold over 390 million XRP, worth over $783 million at current prices.
ETFs in the spotlight as the debate on Bitcoin self-custody grows
An intense debate is unfolding at the heart of Bitcoin's intellectual core, as industry veterans clash over the future of custody, sovereignty, and the role of ETFs in driving mainstream adoption.
The last spark came from investor Fred Krueger, who supported Nick Szabo's call for a dual strategy.
ETFs in the spotlight of the growing debate on Bitcoin self-custody
Krueger urges his followers to adopt institutional infrastructures, such as banks and ETFs, while strongly protecting the right to self-custody.