# Crypto Related Articles

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Fundstrat’s circulating 2026 crypto outlook warns of pullback, contrasting Tom Lee

A reportedly internal 2026 crypto outlook from Fundstrat Global Advisors warns of a potential "meaningful drawdown" in the first half of 2026, setting downside targets for major cryptocurrencies. The document, attributed to the firm's head of digital asset strategy Sean Farrell, suggests Bitcoin (BTC) could fall to $60,000–$65,000, Ether (ETH) to $1,800–$2,000, and Solana (SOL) to $50–$75, viewing these levels as potential buying opportunities later in the year. This contrasts with recent public comments from Fundstrat's head of research Tom Lee, who called ETH "grossly undervalued" at around $3,000 and suggested it could reach up to $60,000 based on historical ratios. The report's authenticity has not been confirmed by Fundstrat or Cointelegraph.

cointelegraph12/20 07:40

Fundstrat’s circulating 2026 crypto outlook warns of pullback, contrasting Tom Lee

cointelegraph12/20 07:40

Hoskinson Warns Trump’s Crypto Push Could Backfire On The Industry

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson warns that former President Donald Trump's entry into the cryptocurrency space, particularly through the launch of a memecoin, has derailed bipartisan efforts to establish clear crypto regulations. Hoskinson claims that the Clarity Act was previously on track to pass with broad support from around 70 senators. However, Trump’s involvement politicized the issue, making it risky for Democrats to support pro-crypto legislation and turning it into a "third rail" issue. Industry leaders have remained largely silent, fearing exclusion from policy discussions. Hoskinson criticizes the timing of launching a commercial crypto product amid ongoing regulatory debates, arguing that rules should be established before major political figures promote private ventures. This shift has complicated legislative efforts and could delay much-needed regulatory clarity for the industry.

bitcoinist12/20 07:02

Hoskinson Warns Trump’s Crypto Push Could Backfire On The Industry

bitcoinist12/20 07:02

7 Crypto Trends and Lessons You Must Know in 2026

The crypto market in 2025 was marked by extreme volatility and a significant downturn, with most altcoins dropping 80–99% in value. Bitcoin outperformed, reclaiming over 60% market dominance, while Ethereum stagnated. Despite positive developments like clearer regulations and institutional adoption, equities significantly outperformed crypto. Key trends and lessons for 2026 include: - Prediction markets** grew rapidly, with platforms like Polymarket reaching $3.8B in weekly volume, serving as versatile trading tools. - Cash-secured puts and covered calls** emerged as conservative strategies for generating yield. - Narrative fatigue accelerated, shifting focus to fundamentals and real metrics, amid growing tension between equity and token holders in M&A deals. - Market-governed organizations like MetaDAO introduced “ownership tokens,” aligning incentives and giving token holders real control and value. - Tokenization of securities gained regulatory approval, paving the way for TradFi and DeFi convergence. - Consumer crypto products and perpetuals (reaching $1.3T monthly volume) demonstrated strong product-market fit. - Storytelling became a critical skill, with increased demand for authentic narrators and community builders. The market is maturing, emphasizing fundamentals, value accumulation, and competitive edges like clear thinking, storytelling, product-building, or disciplined trading.

深潮12/20 04:01

7 Crypto Trends and Lessons You Must Know in 2026

深潮12/20 04:01

US Senate Confirms Crypto-Friendly Lawyer Mike Selig As New CFTC Chair

The US Senate confirmed Mike Selig as the new chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) on December 18, 2025, with a 53–43 vote. Selig, a crypto-friendly lawyer and former chief counsel to the SEC’s crypto task force, will lead the agency as it expands its role in digital asset oversight. His term runs through April 2029. The confirmation was part of a broader package of nominations under the Trump administration, which also included Travis Hill as FDIC chair. Selig will initially be the sole commissioner at the understaffed CFTC, raising concerns about the pace of new rulemaking. Industry groups expect his appointment to bring clearer regulatory guidance for crypto markets. Acting CFTC Chair Caroline Pham is set to join MoonPay following the transition.

bitcoinist12/20 01:01

US Senate Confirms Crypto-Friendly Lawyer Mike Selig As New CFTC Chair

bitcoinist12/20 01:01

Prepare For Impact: Billionaire Shiba Inu Investor Moves Billions In SHIB To Exchanges

A billionaire Shiba Inu investor transferred 469 billion SHIB (worth approximately $3.64 million) to the OKX exchange, raising speculation about potential selling activity or strategic repositioning. The same whale, who initially acquired 1.03 trillion SHIB in 2020 for just $13,700, still holds 96.22 trillion SHIB ($707.3 million), representing about 16.4% of the total supply. While the motive remains unclear, such large exchange inflows often precede increased volatility. SHIB's price has already declined 13% over the past week, and a large sell-off could further impact its weakened market.

bitcoinist12/19 23:05

Prepare For Impact: Billionaire Shiba Inu Investor Moves Billions In SHIB To Exchanges

bitcoinist12/19 23:05

In-Depth Analysis of Coinbase's Transformation into an 'Everything Exchange'

The article "Coinbase's Walled Garden" analyzes the company's strategic pivot from being a simple crypto on-ramp to an "Everything Exchange." Historically, Coinbase derived over 90% of its revenue from transaction fees, but as that business faced pressure from fee compression and volatile trading volumes, it has diversified. Now, less than 55% of revenue comes from trading. Coinbase's new strategy bets on aggregation over specialization, integrating stock trading, prediction markets, and perpetual contracts into its platform. The thesis is that once users complete KYC and link a bank account, they prefer the efficiency of a single platform rather than managing multiple specialized apps. This approach aims to capture more user engagement and revenue streams through various fees, spreads, interest, and subscriptions. A key engagement tool is prediction markets (like those from Kalshi), which provide social, event-driven reasons for users to stay active on the app even during stagnant crypto markets. The long-term differentiator could be Base, Coinbase's Layer 2 blockchain, which might enable true on-chain stock trading and programmable money. Ultimately, Coinbase is prioritizing scale over purity, targeting mainstream users who value convenience over decentralization. The goal is to create a "walled garden" held together by convenience—where the friction of leaving outweighs the benefits of using best-in-class specialists—similar to Amazon’s strategy of being "good enough" at many things to retain users across a closed loop of earn, trade, hedge, borrow, and pay activities.

比推12/19 22:38

In-Depth Analysis of Coinbase's Transformation into an 'Everything Exchange'

比推12/19 22:38

US Clarity Act unlikely to be ‘world-shaking’ for Bitcoin’s price: Brandt

Veteran trader Peter Brandt believes the potential passage of the US Clarity Act is unlikely to significantly impact Bitcoin's price, stating it is not a "world-shaking macro development." While he views the legislation as a positive step for regulatory clarity in the crypto industry, he does not see it as a catalyst that will drive Bitcoin back to its all-time high. Brandt also expressed a bearish outlook, suggesting Bitcoin could fall to $60,000 by Q3 2026. Similarly, Ledn's Chief Investment Officer John Glover noted that the act's potential effects have likely already been "priced in" by the market, expecting any benefits to be delayed rather than immediate. Despite this, both see the legislation as a move toward broader acceptance of cryptocurrencies as investable assets.

cointelegraph12/19 22:38

US Clarity Act unlikely to be ‘world-shaking’ for Bitcoin’s price: Brandt

cointelegraph12/19 22:38

Bitcoin vs. Ethereum: The supply Imbalance Between The Assets Is Widening – Here’s What To Know

Amid heightened cryptocurrency market volatility, Bitcoin has fallen below $90,000 and Ethereum below $3,000, revealing a widening supply imbalance between the two assets. On-chain data indicates Ethereum’s supply dynamics are shifting more dramatically due to staking, fee burning, and network activity, while Bitcoin’s issuance remains stable. This divergence, occurring for the second time this cycle, may force investors to reassess their positions. Analysts note that without fresh capital inflows, liquidity is stagnating, and the imbalance may only correct through price declines. A significant rotation between BTC and ETH is anticipated, potentially mirroring Ethereum’s historical 50x surge. At press time, BTC traded near $87,920 and ETH hovered close to $2,968.

bitcoinist12/19 22:01

Bitcoin vs. Ethereum: The supply Imbalance Between The Assets Is Widening – Here’s What To Know

bitcoinist12/19 22:01

SEC confirms years-long director bans for former Alameda, FTX executives

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has obtained final consent judgments against former Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison and former FTX executives Gary Wang and Nishad Singh. They are barred from holding company leadership roles for eight to 10 years due to their involvement in misusing FTX investor funds from 2019 to 2022. Ellison received a 10-year ban, while Wang and Singh each accepted eight-year bans. All three are also subject to five-year conduct-based injunctions. The SEC alleged that, with Ellison's knowledge, FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried and the other executives exempted Alameda from risk measures and provided it with an unlimited line of credit using FTX customer funds. Ellison, who testified against Bankman-Fried, was sentenced to two years in prison and is scheduled for early release on February 20. Wang and Singh also cooperated with authorities and received time-served sentences. Bankman-Fried was sentenced to 25 years for his central role in the exchange’s collapse.

cointelegraph12/19 21:31

SEC confirms years-long director bans for former Alameda, FTX executives

cointelegraph12/19 21:31

Pro-crypto US Senator Lummis won't seek reelection in 2026

U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming, a prominent pro-crypto advocate in Congress, announced she will not seek reelection in 2026. First elected in 2021, Lummis became known for her strong support of Bitcoin and blockchain policy, aligning with former President Trump’s crypto agenda. She cited exhaustion and the demanding nature of the role as reasons for her decision. Lummis has been instrumental in advancing digital asset market structure legislation, which passed the House but remains pending in Senate committees. Her current term ends in 2027.

cointelegraph12/19 21:19

Pro-crypto US Senator Lummis won't seek reelection in 2026