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Once a breakout non-fungible token (NFT) project during the 2021 crypto boom, Pudgy Penguins is turning to real-world visibility with a high-profile ad placement at the Las Vegas Sphere during Christmas week.Only a few crypto-related brands have secured ad space at the Sphere, a massive LED-covered venue known for its immersive displays and performances by acts like U2 and the Eagles. A bitcoin-focused activation ran in July, but other examples have been rare.Pudgy Penguins’ ad will run for several days starting December 24 and will include multiple animated segments, according to a person familiar with the deal. The brand spent…

Ethereum has been attempting to find some form of stability in a market that has been in a consolidation period but now appears to be showing signs of a potential break in a positive way. While ETH is being monitored for a break above a resistance point, other projects are also being highlighted as part of current news in the world of cryptocurrencies. In this list, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) has been highlighted as a new crypto that has been receiving strong attention. This has been highlighted in relation to a discussion on which cryptos to invest in 2025. Ethereum Nears…

CoinDesk began presenting its annual Most Influential list this week, recognizing the individuals and groups we believe had the greatest impact on the crypto industry over the past 11+ months. U.S. President Donald Trump led the way as CoinDesk’s first recognized individual, alongside other individuals who drove crypto legislation.You’re reading State of Crypto, a CoinDesk newsletter looking at the intersection of cryptocurrency and government. Click here to sign up for future editions.The narrativeU.S. President Donald Trump has arguably had the largest effect on the crypto industry and the discourse around it this year. He’s signed executive orders, pressured Congress to…

A performance artist from Luxembourg managed to turn a few scrawled lines of washable spray chalk into a night in jail during Art Basel Miami Beach—an outcome he claims was both unexpected and meaningful. Thomas Iser was arrested last week after spray-painting the words “Sorry to disturb, art in progress,” in exaggerated graffiti-style lettering, on a window of the Miami Beach Convention Center during the United States’ largest art fair. He then invited his three-year-old daughter to add her own marks with a chalk pen. Police charged Iser with criminal mischief, a misdemeanor. Related Articles Iser later told the Miami…

Itaú Asset Management, the investment division of Brazil’s largest private bank, has advised investors to allocate 1% to 3% of their portfolios to Bitcoin in 2026The recommendation, published earlier this week, emerges as Bitcoin price prediction models suggest possible upward momentum despite BTC’s sharp 30%+ correction from October’s peak levels.Itaú Analyst Says Bitcoin Offers “Uncorrelated” Portfolio ProtectionItaú analyst Renato Eid emphasized that Bitcoin operates fundamentally differently from equities, fixed income, or domestic assets. JUST IN: Brazil's largest private bank Itau is now recommending a Bitcoin allocation of up to 3% pic.twitter.com/UlMxaMJo91— Bitcoin Magazine (@BitcoinMagazine) December 12, 2025 Though price swings…

Ethereum spot ETFs recorded $19.41 million in net outflows on December 12 as ETH price stalled near the $3,000 level. Summary Ethereum ETFs posted $19.41M in net outflows on December 12 amid mixed fund activity. BlackRock ETHA saw inflows, but Grayscale and Fidelity outflows dragged totals lower. Analysts flag bullish ETH setup despite short-term weakness near $3,000 support. BlackRock’s ETHA attracted $23.25 million in inflows while Grayscale’s ETHE and ETH funds posted combined withdrawals of $36.52 million. Ethereum (ETH) traded at $3,157 with a 24-hour range of $3,054.43 to $3,261.13. The token has dropped 5.4% over the past 24 hours…

Key Highlights OCC has approved Ripple to operate a national trust bank  Ripple is planning to establish Ripple National Trust Bank (RNTB), a federally supervised trust bank With a national trust bank managing RLUSD reserves, Ripple’s stablecoin business will face oversight at both the state and federal levels On December 12, Ripple announced that it secured conditional approval from a U.S. banking regulator to operate a national trust bank. The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC)’s approval will grant the firm federal oversight to establish Ripple National Trust Bank (RNTB), a federally supervised trust bank. HUGE news!…

The Bank of Japan (BoJ) is expected to raise interest rates for the first time since January, increasing the policy rate by 25 basis points to 0.75% from 0.50%, according to Nikkei. The decision, which is expected on Dec. 19, would take Japanese interest rates to their highest level in roughly 30 years.The broader impact on global markets remains uncertain; however, developments in Japan have historically been bearish for bitcoin BTC$90,286.48 and the wider cryptocurrency market. A stronger yen has typically coincided with downside pressure on bitcoin, while a weaker yen has tended to support higher prices. Yen strength tightens…

Ethereum has reclaimed the $3,150 level after a volatile stretch, offering a rare sign of strength in an otherwise uncertain market. The broader crypto landscape remains sharply divided: some analysts argue that ETH and the rest of the market still face downward continuation, potentially setting new local lows, while others believe this correction is simply a reset before a much larger bull cycle—possibly extending into 2026. Related Reading Yet one signal stands out clearly amid the noise: smart whales are unanimously going long on ETH. On-chain data shows that several of the most profitable and consistent whale traders—each with tens…

Bitcoin briefly dipped to the $90,000 zone after the latest FED meeting, but has since recovered to around $92,000 at press time. Despite this bounce, the market remains uncertain. Altcoins continue to struggle for direction because Bitcoin itself is moving sideways, with no clear trend. In conditions like these, volatility rises while confidence falls; it’s a classic bear-market environment. This is also why Digitap ($TAP) continues to stand out. Its rising crypto presale price, live app utility, and real banking features make it one of the best cryptos to buy now when traders are seeking safety instead of speculation. Digitap…