Author: Kryptonews

Investors are becoming increasingly selective when allocating capital to altcoins. This shift makes the altcoin season more selective than before. Zcash (ZEC) and other privacy coins remain priorities amid widespread market fear.Latest data and reports from Grayscale show that ZEC holder sentiment stayed stable in December. Some indicators even turned more positive.Sponsored SponsoredZcash Shield Pool Reaches a New All-Time HighAccording to data from zkp.baby, the amount of ZEC locked in the Shield Pool reached a new all-time high. The figure surpassed 5 million ZEC, accounting for about 30% of the circulating supply.The Shield Pool is a core feature of Zcash.…

Felix Pinkston Dec 30, 2025 22:38 In 2025, Algorand (ALGO)’s blockchain technology transformed aid delivery in Afghanistan and Syria, enhancing transparency, speed, and security, according to the Algorand Foundation. In 2025, the Algorand (ALGO) Foundation launched a transformative initiative to modernize the delivery of humanitarian aid using blockchain technology. The initiative focused on improving the speed, transparency, and security of aid distribution, particularly in regions like Afghanistan and Syria, where conventional monetary systems have faltered, according to Algorand Foundation. Afghanistan: Scaling Successful Models In Afghanistan, the Algorand Foundation partnered with HesabPay to facilitate…

Long-term holders (LTH) of bitcoin BTC$88,248.95 have shifted back into accumulation for the first time since July. LTHs, defined as entities that have held bitcoin for at least 155 days, have accumulated roughly 33,000 BTC on a 30-day net basis, according to onchain data analysts checkonchain. Selling from LTHs has been one of the two of the largest sources of sell pressure this year along with miner capitulation.LTHs were a major source of distribution, while miners are typically forced to sell bitcoin while mining at a loss.Since it takes 155 days for short-term holders to transition into long-term holders, this…

The aggressiveness of Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2026 will determine whether retail investors return to the crypto market next year, according to a crypto analyst.But there are doubts about how likely the Fed is to continue cutting, after already making three reductions in 2025.Clear Street managing director Owen Lau told CNBC on Tuesday that Fed rate decisions are “one of the key catalysts for the crypto space in 2026.”“Retail will be more excited to get into crypto, institutions will be more excited to get into crypto,” Lau said.Interest rate cuts are typically bullish for crypto assets, as traditional investments…

In brief Netflix has gone into production on crypto-themed romcom “One Attempt Remaining.” Hitherto, most depictions of crypto on screen have been negative, and linked to criminal activity. That appears to be changing, but slowly, as the technology enters the mainstream and audiences become more familiar with it. Earlier this month, Netflix announced that it had gone into production on “One Attempt Remaining,” a crypto-themed romantic comedy.It’s perhaps surprising that it’s taken this long for a Hollywood studio to greenlight a mainstream feature film focusing on cryptocurrency. Hitherto, crypto’s on-screen appearances have largely been confined to indie productions, direct-to-video crime…

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure The ETH price could be gearing up for a major recovery from downtrends as the Ethereum network shows renewed signs of strength. On-chain data shows that validator deposits have once again outpaced exits, even after months of higher withdrawal activity, reflecting improved sentiment among holders. Notably, the change is being closely watched as a potential catalyst that could tighten supply and support a move towards or above the $4,000 level.  Ethereum Staking Deposits Overtake Withdrawals Ethereum is seeing a notable shift in staking activity as validator deposits…

Bitcoin (BTC) entered its final week of the year down 30% from its $126,000 all-time high reached on Oct. 6. Has BTC finally peaked, or is there a relief in the cards going into 2026?Key takeaways:A typical “Christmas bear trap” may precede a potential relief rally into 2026.Cooling ETF outflows, less long-term holder sell pressure and macro factors suggest an extended bull cycle is possible.BTC’s symmetrical triangle projects a 22% increase to $107,000.Bitcoin’s many bullish signalsBitcoin’s 2.6% drop from a high of $90,000 reached on Monday could be a classic “Christmas bear trap,” according to analyst James Bull.A bear trap…

There are traders you hear about because they talk, and traders you hear about because their footprints keep showing up in public data.The wallet that crypto Twitter has been calling “BitcoinOG,” “1011short,” or some variation of those names falls into the second category.Back in October, the story was simple, and loud. The wallet was tied to a massive BTC short on Hyperliquid, and Lookonchain was posting regular updates as the position grew, got adjusted, and then got closed.One post said the trader fully closed their BTC shorts and walked away with over $197 million across two wallets, another suggested they…

Bitcoin at $90K: Is This a Ceiling or a Springboard?As Bitcoin consolidates near the historic milestone of $90,000, the crypto community finds itself at a crossroads. Bulls see this as a pivotal accumulation point before the next surge, while skeptics argue it may mark a temporary top. But looking beyond the fear and greed cycles, the current market action could be laying the foundation for Bitcoin’s next vertical run. Understanding the interplay of macro conditions, investor psychology, and on-chain fundamentals is key to decoding whether this level represents resistance or a launchpad.The Herd Waits—Smart Money ActsRetail investors often hesitate near…

The US government has filed a letter opposing the introduction of an amicus brief from the digital asset advocacy group DeFi Education Fund as the court considers a possible retrial for two brothers allegedly behind a $25 million exploit of the Ethereum blockchain.In a Tuesday filing in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York, interim US Attorney Jay Clayton submitted a letter to Judge Jessica Clarke requesting that a brief from the DeFi Education Fund (DEF) not be accepted while the court considers a motion to dismiss the case against Anton and James Peraire-Bueno. “Detached from the…