Author: Kryptonews

As reported by the Guardian on December 14, one of the world’s most famous hominin fossils may be a previously unidentified species of human ancestor. Nicknamed “Little Foot,” the skeleton was discovered between 1994 and 1998 in the Sterkfontein cave system in South Africa. It is the most complete specimen ever found of the genus Australopithecus, from which humans are descended. Little Foot, thought to be an older female, was bipedal like humans, but likely foraged and slept in trees like primates; while her arms were longer proportionately than a human’s, the shape of her hands is more human than…

Screenshots of an internal email outlining plans to wind down Shima Capital have surfaced online, days after the US Securities and Exchange Commission sued the crypto venture firm and its founder over allegations of investor fraud.On Nov. 25, the SEC charged Shima Capital Management LLC and its founder, Yida Gao, with making false and misleading statements while raising almost $170 million from investors, the agency announced on Dec. 3. The complaint, filed in the US District Court for the Northern District of California, alleged that Gao inflated his investment track record in marketing materials used to raise capital for Shima…

US Senator Elizabeth Warren is seeking answers from federal law enforcement and financial authorities over whether decentralized cryptocurrency exchanges are under active investigation. Key Takeaways: Warren is asking whether US authorities are investigating DeFi exchanges over national security risks. She warns DeFi could enable illicit finance as crypto legislation stalls in Congress. The letter raises concerns about political influence and Trump-linked crypto activity. In a letter sent Monday to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and US Attorney General Pam Bondi, the Massachusetts Democrat asked whether their departments were “investigating significant national security risks posed by decentralized cryptocurrency exchanges like PancakeSwap.”Warren requested…

IntroductionIn the fast-moving and emotionally charged world of cryptocurrencies, few entities hold as much sway over the markets as Bitcoin whales. These massive holders of BTC can profoundly influence price movements, spark fear or investor excitement, and often steer market sentiment—either intentionally or unintentionally. While their presence may appear intimidating to retail investors, their actions do not always warrant impulsive reactions. In fact, by understanding the psychology behind whale behavior and developing a disciplined, data-driven approach, investors can turn seemingly chaotic market events into profitable opportunities. Adopting a contrarian investor mindset is a particularly useful strategy when navigating the short-term…

This is a technical analysis post by CoinDesk analyst and Chartered Market Technician Omkar Godbole.Bitcoin BTC$86,635.86 trades close to a crucial long-term price line that’s held for three weeks, putting bulls on edge. However, shares in the largest publicly listed BTC holder, Strategy (MSTR), have already slipped below this “safety net,” flashing bearish cues to the cryptocurrency.This safety net is the 100-week simple moving average (SMA), the average price over roughly two years and a trusted metric for technical analysts across markets to identify major trend shifts and long-term support or breakdowns.For bitcoin, the 100-week SMA has held steady for…

What to Know Visa has launched USDC stablecoin settlement in the US, allowing banks to settle transactions on blockchain while keeping card payments unchanged. Cross River Bank and Lead Bank are the first participants, using USDC on the Solana blockchain for faster, seven-day settlement. Visa plans to expand stablecoin settlement to more US partners through 2026 as demand grows. Visa is bringing stablecoin settlement to the US. The company said US banks can now settle transactions with Visa using Circle’s USDC, with early pilots already live on the Solana blockchain. The move allows Visa’s issuer and acquirer partners to settle…

Michael Saylor’s Strategy has been buying so much Bitcoin for so long that it is unlikely any public company will be able to catch up, according to Bitcoin entrepreneur Anthony Pompliano.“Very hard to see that happening,” Pompliano said on The Pomp Podcast published on YouTube on Tuesday.Strategy holds 671,268 Bitcoin (BTC) out of the total 21 million supply, valued at about $58.61 billion at the time of publication, according to Saylor Tracker. Strategy announced Monday that it acquired 10,645 Bitcoin for $980.3 million, paying an average price of $92,098 per coin.“Is it possible? Absolutely. Is it likely? I don’t think…

Charles Edwards, the founder of quantitative Bitcoin and digital asset fund Capriole, warns that Bitcoin could head well under $50,000 if it isn’t quantum-resistant by 2028.Quantum computing’s potential threat to the crypto industry has long been debated and is considered an upcoming inflection point. More advanced computers that could break encryption have been theorized as having the capability to reveal user keys, expose sensitive data and user funds to bad actors.The deadline is generally considered to be years away; however, in an X post on Wednesday, Edwards predicts it could be as soon as 2028, and if the industry doesn’t…

Rongchai Wang Dec 17, 2025 06:41 Oracle has launched its Database@Google Cloud service in India, allowing integration with Google’s AI and analytics for improved decision-making and business insights. Oracle has announced the expansion of its Database@Google Cloud service to India, providing businesses with enhanced capabilities for integrating Oracle’s database solutions with Google’s advanced analytics and AI services. This strategic move aims to support enterprises in optimizing their data management and accelerating their digital transformation through a multicloud approach, according to oracle.com. Seamless Integration for Enhanced Insights The availability of Oracle Database@Google Cloud in…

Ethereum price is struggling to reclaim the $3,000 level as sustained exchange-traded fund outflows and weakening derivatives activity reinforce a risk-off market backdrop. Summary Ethereum trades below $3,000 amid falling volume and declining derivatives participation. Spot ETH ETFs posted $224M in daily outflows, led by BlackRock’s ETHA. Bearish technical structure keeps downside risk elevated unless key resistance breaks. Ethereum was trading at $2,919 at press time, down 0.5% over the past 24 hours. The second-largest cryptocurrency has slid 12% over the past week and is now trading about 41% below its August all-time high of $4,946. At the same time,…