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Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. Lightchain AI looks to outpace Solana and Polkadot with potential 5,000x returns. The crypto market is always on the hunt for the next big breakout token. In past cycles, coins like Solana (SOL) and Polkadot (DOT) captured the spotlight with their innovations and exponential growth, providing massive returns for early investors. Lightchain AI is emerging as a top contender for the next wave of massive gains, priced at $0.003 in its presale. Lightchain AI will combine cutting-edge blockchain technology…

What’s behind Bitcoin’s historic rise to $108,000? From Trump’s speech to ETFs and MicroStrategy’s massive buys, could a major institutional supply squeeze be underway? Bitcoin soars to new highs Bitcoin (BTC) has once again stolen the spotlight. On Dec. 17, BTC climbed to an all-time high of $108,260, pushing its post-U.S. election gains to over 50%. As of this writing. 17, it is trading around $106,663 levels. BTC 5-month price chart | Source: crypto.news BTC’s rally follows President-elect Donald Trump’s proposal to establish a U.S. Bitcoin strategic reserve, a concept that has sparked widespread excitement across markets. Trump’s announcement, made…

No law compels Coinbase to “compromise the integrity of its platform” by doing business with Justin Sun-tied BiT Global, the U.S. crypto exchange wrote. Coinbase asked a U.S. court to deny BiT Global’s lawsuit in Northern California, which seeks $1 billion in relief and a temporary restraining order on wrapped Bitcoin’s (wBTC)’s delisting. The Justin Sun-affiliated BiT Global sued Coinbase on Dec. 13 for planning to remove the wrapped Bitcoin (BTC) asset from its U.S.-based exchange. BiT Global claimed delisting wBTC was illegal, would cause irreparable harm to the token’s economics, and was unjustified as Coinbase listed unserious cryptocurrencies like…

Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. XYZVerse (XYZ) poised to rival XRP and Cardano (ADA) at its targeted $0.1 price. As the crypto market surges to unprecedented levels, XYZVerse (XYZ) is set to disrupt the landscape. This new contender has the potential to outpace established giants, capturing the attention of investors looking for significant returns.  XYZVerse is a meme coin seeking to unite fans of football, basketball, MMA, and more. Combining meme culture with sports enthusiasm, it aims for remarkable growth by fostering community engagement,…

Bloomberg analysts Eric Balchunas and James Seyffart have predicted a surge in cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds in 2025. Following the approval of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) ETFs this year, speculation has increased regarding which crypto ETFs might be launched next. With upcoming leadership changes at the SEC, Balchunas and Seyffart shared their insights on X and discussed their outlook for the cryptocurrency market. “We expect a wave of cryptocurrency ETFs next year, albeit not all at once,” Balchunas shared on X. His optimism aligns with SEC Chair Gary Gensler’s impending departure, anticipated in January, following Donald Trump’s election victory.  Gensler,…

Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. This holiday season, explore 5 altcoins poised for explosive growth, offering opportunities for remarkable returns in crypto. As the holiday season approaches, the cryptocurrency market is brimming with excitement and opportunity. Amid the festive buzz, certain altcoins are positioning themselves as potential game-changers, offering investors the chance to capitalize on significant market movements. This article explores five standout digital assets, each with the potential to deliver explosive growth. Whether someone is a seasoned trader or a curious newcomer, these…

Solana and Ethereum have competed for dominance throughout Q4 2024. Ethereum secured over $850 million in institutional capital inflow to ETFs, while Solana attracted over $300 million in cross-chain inflows within the past week.  Market experts and reports suggest Solana is poised to beat Ethereum and replace ETH as the largest altcoin in crypto. 2025 is therefore a pivotal year for Ether and Solana, the latter’s competitive edge lies in DEX metrics and its growth potential alongside rising capital inflows.  Solana’s win could bring changes to portfolios and Ethereum beta plays could suffer a correction in the event SOL dethrones…

The U.S. Senate has abandoned the renomination hearing for anti-crypto Democratic SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw. Outgoing Securities and Exchange Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw will not be renominated to her position following a decision by the Senate Banking Committee. The hearing to nominate Crenshaw and Gordon Ito to the Financial Stability Oversight Council, previously scheduled for Wednesday, December 17, was canceled, according to multiple reports. The FSOC is a financial system monitoring agency established in 2010 under the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. JUST IN: 🇺🇸 Anti-Bitcoin SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw “will not be renominated to her position” after…

Oasys, a game-optimized blockchain platform with key partnerships including Ubisoft and Yield Guild Games, has secured another major collaboration through a deal with Animoca Brands Japan. The gaming-focused blockchain announced on Dec. 17 that Animoca Brands’ Japan subsidiary had made a direct investment in Oasys and will also join as a new validator. As part of the partnership, Oasys will leverage Animoca Brands’ traction to expand its presence in the Greater China region. “Through this partnership, we aim to bring game developers and users around the world more innovative experiences advancing the blockchain gaming market,” Ryo Matsubara, Oasys representative director,…

Ripple’s stablecoin RLUSD is live on major crypto exchanges, the U.S.-based crypto company has announced. The launch of the Ripple USD (RLUSD) stablecoin follows the official announcement of its highly anticipated unveiling on December 16. In that communication, Ripple stated that RLUSD would go live on December 17 with key launch partners, including some of the world’s leading crypto exchanges and platforms. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse confirmed the stablecoin’s launch on several exchanges in a post on X. These include Uphold, MoonPay, CoinMENA, ArchaxEx, and Bitso. Garlinghouse also noted that Bullish, Mercado Bitcoin, Bitstamp, Zero Hash, and Independent Reserve are…