AI Summary
- The Lightning Network's capacity has soared to an all-time high, driven by greater exchange adoption and the introduction of the Taproot Assets update, which facilitates multi-asset transactions.
- U.S. regulators are ramping up efforts to combat crypto scams, with the proposed SAFE Crypto Act aiming to enhance coordination among various government agencies, including the Treasury and FinCEN.
- The U.S. government and private firms like Coinbase and Robinhood are collaborating to bolster tech capabilities, with plans for a significant recruitment of tech workers to battle existing skill shortages.
- Investments in stablecoins are set to increase, as major players like Exodus and MoonPay prepare to launch a USD-backed stablecoin, and the Bank of Canada outlines criteria for fiat-backed stablecoins to modernize its financial system.
- Bitcoin and Ethereum face downward pressure amid a notable outflow of institutional investments in their exchange-traded products, leading to concerns about market liquidity as the holiday season approaches.
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Cointelegraph
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Lightning Network hits record capacity on crypto exchange adoption
an hour ago
by Cointelegraph by Martin Young
Lightning Network’s capacity reached an all-time high as exchanges increased adoption, while a new Taproot Assets update has enabled multi-asset transactions.
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SAFE Crypto Act will have scammers shaking in their boots: Crypto lawyer
2 hours ago
by Cointelegraph by Brayden Lindrea
Newly proposed legislation could see the US Treasury, FinCEN, the Secret Service, and law enforcement coordinate to catch crypto scammers and fraudsters.
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Exodus, MoonPay to roll out stablecoin in early 2026, joining gold rush
3 hours ago
by Cointelegraph by Martin Young
Exodus partnered with MoonPay to launch a USD-backed stablecoin for everyday payments, integrating it into Exodus Pay for self-custodial transactions.
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US government ‘tech force’ gets backup from Coinbase, Robinhood
4 hours ago
by Cointelegraph by Jesse Coghlan
The US government wants 1,000 tech workers to boost its capabilities and has turned to the private sector to plug its skill shortages.
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Aave founder outlines 2026 ‘master plan’ after end to SEC probe
4 hours ago
by Cointelegraph by Brian Quarmby
Aave’s 2026 plan focuses on scaling via v4's Hub and Spoke architecture, $1 billion in real-world assets, and growing its new mobile app.
CoinDesk
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DOGE exits range as selling pressure builds at key levels
2 hours ago
by Shaurya Malwa
Markets, NewsThe $0.1310–$0.1315 zone is now a resistance area, with further downside likely if volume remains high on declines.
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Why XRP’s drop below $1.93 shifts short-term market structure
2 hours ago
by Shaurya Malwa
Markets, XRP News, NewsThe move followed multiple failed attempts to sustain momentum above recent resistance, leaving XRP vulnerable once support levels were tested again.
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Crypto exchange HashKey's shares fall 5% on trading debut in Hong Kong
4 hours ago
by Sam Reynolds
Markets, hashkey, Hong Kong, NewsInvestors questioned whether Hong Kong’s dominant licensed exchange can turn surging volumes and regulatory advantage into sustainable profits.
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Hyperliquid’s $200 billion pitch: Is this next Solana-scale DeFi bet?: Asia Morning Briefing
4 hours ago
by Sam Reynolds
Markets, Hyperliquid, hype, Cantor fitzgerald, NewsCantor says Hyperliquid is trading infrastructure, not speculative DeFi, with HYPD and PURR offering exposure to fees, buybacks, and CEX share gains.
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Exodus joins stablecoin race with MoonPay-backed digital dollar
9 hours ago
by Helene Braun
Finance, Stablecoins, Exodus, NewsThe public crypto wallet firm joins Circle and PayPal in issuing stablecoins.
Decrypt
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Former Theta Executives Accuse Crypto Firm's CEO of Fraud, Retaliation
2 hours ago
by Vince Dioquino
Law and OrderTwo former Theta Labs executives filed whistleblower lawsuits alleging deceptive token practices and retaliation by the company and its CEO.
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Actors, Creators Launch Coalition to Push AI Rules Amid Ongoing Legal Battles
5 hours ago
by Jason Nelson
Artificial IntelligenceArtists, technologists and other creators formed a new group seeking standards for how AI is trained and used.
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Why Bitwise Expects New Bitcoin Highs in 2026—And the End of the 4-Year Cycle
8 hours ago
by Logan Hitchcock
MarketsCrypto investment firm Bitwise believes Bitcoin will set a new all-time high price in 2026 and end the typical four-year cycle. Here's why.
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FTC Compels Nomad Operator to Repay Users After $186M Crypto Bridge Hack in 2022
8 hours ago
by Jason Nelson
Law and OrderRegulators said Illusory Systems misled users about security and failed to prevent a 2022 exploit that drained the Nomad cross-chain bridge.
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Bitcoin Treasury KindlyMD Faces Nasdaq Delisting With Stock Down 99%
8 hours ago
by Stacy Elliott
MarketsKindlyMD has been warned of a potential Nasdaq delisting after shares fell below $1. The Bitcoin treasury company has until June 2026 to regain compliance.
AMBCrypto
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Anatomy of a transaction: From wallet to block
an hour ago
by AMBCrypto Team
Google News, HideCryptopanic, Press ReleaseA crypto transaction may look instantaneous, just a confirmation badge on a block explorer, yet […]
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U.S. drops ‘systemic risk’ label for crypto in 2025 policy shift
3 hours ago
by Ishika Kumari
News, News 1, Social, Trading ViewFSOC shifts from risk warnings to integration, enabling banks and urging comprehensive crypto regulatory guidelines.
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Mapping 2 reasons why ONDO’s current dip is only temporary
4 hours ago
by Olayiwola Dolapo
Altcoin, News, News 1, Social, Trading ViewONDO’s decline appears temporary.
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Aster Dex’s Shield Mode goes live, but bears aren’t giving up yet
5 hours ago
by Gladys Makena
Altcoin, News, News 1, Social, Trading ViewAster DEX has launched Shield for Perps traders, but whale losses have continued to pile up.
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Why is XDC’s price up today — And, can this rally actually last?
6 hours ago
by Akashnath S
Altcoin, Analysis, HideCryptopanic, News, News 1, No Homepage, Social, Trading View, ambcryptoThere was buying pressure in the lower timeframes, but the longer-term price structure and volume indicators signaled XDC bears were in control.