In his article, "Grasp the Essence, Embrace Innovation, and Effectively Accelerate the Development of the Digital RMB," Wang Yongli, former vice president of the Bank of China, points out that China's policy orientation of firmly promoting the development of the digital RMB and resolutely curbing virtual currencies is fully clear. This policy orientation has exceeded the strong expectations of many and is still subject to considerable social controversy. Therefore, it is necessary to explain the reasons for resolutely curbing virtual currencies, while simultaneously accelerating the innovative development and widespread application of the digital RMB both domestically and internationally, quickly establishing its unique advantages in international payments, and forging a successful Chinese path for the development of digital currencies.

Charlie Noyes, a general partner at crypto venture capital firm Paradigm, announced in a post on the X platform that he has resigned from his position. However, he will continue to participate in Kalshi affairs as a board observer alongside Paradigm founder Matt Huang, and will also provide support to Paradigm's portfolio companies and founders. Charlie Noyes joined Paradigm at the age of 19 as the firm's first employee and was promoted to general partner in February of this year.

Yuzhi Financial, operating under the guise of "virtual asset copy trading," has been exposed for allegedly attracting investors with high returns. Recently, multiple investors have reported difficulties withdrawing funds from its virtual asset trading app, "HSEX." The platform subsequently demanded users pay a "self-certification margin" of 20% of their total account balance and increased withdrawal fees from 10% to 30%. Previously, the Joint Office for Preventing and Combating Illegal Financial Activities in Xinyi City, Guangdong Province, the Leading Group Office for Preventing and Combating Illegal Financial Activities in Yulin City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, and the Financial Affairs Center of Shigu District, Hengyang City, Hunan Province, had all issued relevant risk warnings. The Hong Kong Stock Exchange also disclosed that Yuzhi Financial and its related websites, HSEX and HKEX, have been repeatedly listed as suspicious websites and have no connection with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. Industry insiders point out that such projects lack real-world business support and rely on high-yield promises and referral bonuses as their core characteristics. Investors are advised to be wary of the high-yield temptations in the virtual asset sector and guard against illegal financial risks. (Economic Observer)

Ethereum is entering a moment of renewed strength as momentum indicators flash their first clear shift in weeks. A new analysis from Merlijn The Trader highlights a decisive move in the Relative Strength Index (RSI), a tightening price structure above critical support, and a setup that suggests a breakout candle may be close. source: https://www.ethnews.com/ethereums-momentum-turns-upward-is-a-breakout-the-next-step/

Schiff has interpreted the image as a prediction of financial ruin for Bitcoin holders. source: https://u.today/schiff-jumps-on-saylors-mcdonalds-pic

Michael Saylor explains why governments should consider Bitcoin-backed digital banks. It is time to examine the potential benefits and risks of Bitcoin banks. source: https://cointelegraph.com/explained/why-michael-saylor-wants-nations-to-build-bitcoin-banks?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

Bitcoin has historically fallen 20–25% after Japan raises interest rates. source: https://btcusa.com/will-bitcoin-drop-below-70000-on-december-19-japans-rate-hike-pattern-raises-concerns/

XRP is trading in a period of heavy consolidation, yet the broader market structure continues to point toward upward expansion rather than a trend reversal. A new analysis from EGRAG CRYPTO argues that the higher-probability scenario over the next few months remains bullish, despite volatility and repeated pullbacks. source: https://www.ethnews.com/xrp-why-market-structure-signals-more-upside-ahead/

According to BlockBeats, data from CME's FedWatch Tool indicates a 24.4% probability that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates by 25 basis points in January next year, while there is a 75.6% chance that rates will remain unchanged. Looking ahead to March, there is a 50.5% probability that the Federal Reserve will maintain the current interest rates. The likelihood of a cumulative 25 basis point rate cut by then is 41.4%, and there is an 8.1% chance of a cumulative 50 basis point reduction. The upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meetings are scheduled for January 28 and March 18, 2026.

Chainlink is showing its first signs of stabilization after several months of persistent correction, but the asset remains locked beneath major resistance levels that continue to cap its recovery. source: https://www.ethnews.com/is-chainlink-ready-for-a-reversal-market-tests-a-crucial-make-or-break-zone/

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Once attention forms a measurable and distributable structure on the blockchain, it has the foundation to be transformed into assets.

This week, 24 blockchain startups completed funding rounds, raising a total of $191.3 million.

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Most teams simply use narrative hype without giving the underlying systems and actual developers the recognition they deserve.

Finally, building appchains makes sense.

On December 1, 2025, a major news broke: according to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, HashKey, as one of the first batch of licensed virtual asset service providers (VATP) in Hong Kong, officially passed the listing hearing of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

Ethereum is shifting towards L1 scaling and privacy, and the US stock market's back-end engine, DTCC, with its $100 trillion holdings, is beginning to migrate on-chain, seemingly signaling the arrival of a promising new wave in crypto.

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Some of the best-performing "altcoins" in this cycle aren't even tokens—they're crypto-asset-related stocks. Robinhood is undoubtedly the one with the most dramatic rise.