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Senior Vanguard analyst says Bitcoin is no better than a plush toy

Senior Vanguard analyst John Ameriks compares Bitcoin to a "digital Labubu" collectible plush toy, describing it as a purely speculative asset with no fundamental value. While acknowledging potential future utility in scenarios of high inflation or political instability, he emphasizes Vanguard's cautious approach to crypto. The firm recently allowed its 50 million clients to trade cryptocurrency ETFs but will not provide investment advice on digital assets. This policy change creates a new bridge between traditional finance and crypto markets, potentially driving further capital into the space.

cointelegraph12/12 22:00

Bitnomial gains CFTC approval to launch prediction markets in the US

Bitnomial Clearinghouse LLC has obtained approval from the U.S. CFTC to clear fully collateralized swaps, enabling its parent company, Bitnomial, to launch prediction markets and provide clearing services to external platforms. The prediction markets will cover crypto and economic events, allowing traders to take positions on outcomes like token prices and macroeconomic data. This expands Bitnomial’s existing suite of Bitcoin and crypto derivatives products. The company’s operates as an infrastructure-only clearing provider, offering margin and settlement systems with support for both USD and cryptocurrency collateral. The approval follows recent regulatory clearance for Bitnomial to operate a CFTC-regulated spot crypto exchange. The article also notes the growing momentum of prediction markets in the U.S., highlighting platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket, the latter of which recently received CFTC approval for intermediated trading platform operations.

cointelegraph12/12 21:24

Bitcoin miners turn to renewable energy amid profit margin squeeze

Bitcoin mining companies are increasingly adopting renewable energy sources to reduce operational costs as profitability faces severe pressure. The hash price, a key metric for miner earnings, has fallen to approximately $39.4 per PH/s/day, below the breakeven threshold of $40. Recent projects include a 20 MW solar-powered facility in Texas by Sangha Renewables, a 30 MW hydroelectric mining operation in Ethiopia by Phoenix Group, and a wind-powered site collaboration in Texas between Canaan and Soluna. Canaan is also developing AI-enhanced, energy-efficient mining rigs. These moves come as the Bitcoin network’srate continues hitting all-time highs, exceeding 1 zetahash, intensifying competition and energy consumption. Rising costs have already led some operators, like Tether in Uruguay, to exit mining operations.

cointelegraph12/12 21:07

Crypto Biz: How Ripple quietly convinced Wall Street

cointelegraph12/12 21:02

A Major Bitcoin Pivot? Realized Loss Drops Below The Key Threshold – Here’s What It Means

Bitcoin's price nears $90,000 amid renewed volatility, while key on-chain metrics suggest a potential shift in market sentiment. According to analyst Ali Martinez, the realized loss metric for BTC traders has dropped below the critical -37% threshold to -18%, indicating that panic selling may be subsiding. Historically, such declines have signaled buy-the-dip opportunities and a transition from capitulation to accumulation. However, recovery remains constrained by a lack of incoming liquidity. Stablecoin inflows into exchanges have fallen 50% since August, reflecting weakened demand. For a sustained bullish trend, new liquidity is essential—current minor rebounds are due to reduced selling pressure rather than increased buying interest.

bitcoinist12/12 21:01

Hate Ticketmaster? Onchain RWA tickets may succeed where regulators haven’t

TIX, a decentralized settlement layer for the live-events industry, has emerged from stealth to apply DeFi lending and onchain infrastructure to transform ticketing. It has facilitated over $8 million in ticket sales and $2 million in venue financing through KYD Labs, a consumer-facing platform backed by a16z. TIX tokenizes tickets as real-world assets (RWAs), enabling venues to access upfront capital from multiple sources, artists to sell directly, and fans to benefit from lower fees and transparent resales. Despite competition, Ticketmaster itself has adopted blockchain, issuing nearly 100 million NFT tickets since 2022. Proponents argue that onchain ticketing reduces fraud, increases transparency, and improves control in secondary markets.

cointelegraph12/12 20:42

Short-term Bitcoin traders were profitable for 66% of 2025: Will profits rise in 2026?

Short-term Bitcoin (BTC) traders were profitable for 66% of 2025, despite BTC posting a negative year-to-date return and struggling to surpass $100,000. The key support level was the STH realized price at $81,000, which acted as a sentiment pivot between panic and recovery phases. BTC’s price repeatedly interacted with this cost basis, leading to alternating periods of profit and loss. STH unrealized losses narrowed from -28% to -12%, indicating reduced selling pressure and potential market stabilization. If BTC holds above $81,000, the recent correction may be ending, setting the stage for a possible expansion phase in 2026.

cointelegraph12/12 20:40

Crypto buys football! Tether makes historic bid to acquire Juventus Football Club

Stablecoin issuer Tether has made a binding, all-cash offer to acquire a 65.4% stake in Juventus Football Club from Exor. The proposal includes a commitment to invest an additional €1 billion in the club's long-term development. This marks the most ambitious crossover between the crypto industry and global sports to date, moving beyond sponsorships to full ownership. Tether's financial capacity is supported by its massive reserves, including an estimated $135 billion in U.S. Treasuries and other assets, which generated over $10 billion in profit in 2025. CEO Paolo Ardoino cited deep admiration for the club's values as a driving factor. The acquisition would require regulatory approval from Italian and European authorities. If successful, it would position Tether as a major player in mainstream industries and signal a new era of crypto firms operating legacy institutions.

ambcrypto12/12 20:26

Tools for Humanity expands World app toward super-app model

Tools for Humanity, co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, is expanding its World app into a super-app model by adding encrypted messaging, financial services, and third-party mini-apps. The update includes end-to-end encrypted messaging with verified accounts, support for stablecoins like USDC and EURC, and yield products offering up to 18% returns. Users in Argentina can make QR code payments at over a million merchants, and virtual US dollar accounts are available in 18 countries. This move aligns with a broader trend in the U.S., where companies like Elon Musk’s X and Coinbase are also developing super-apps that integrate social, financial, and payment features.

cointelegraph12/12 20:22

Ripple Makes Major Announcement: Important Dates For The XRP Community

Ripple has announced that its flagship event, Swell, will return to New York City from October 27 to October 29, 2026. A major change is the merger of Swell, which focuses on institutional finance, with Apex, a developer-centric event, into a single larger gathering. This unified format aims to better align institutional adoption with on-chain development on the XRP Ledger, bringing together builders, financial leaders, and industry partners. The announcement follows the highly successful Swell 2025 in New York, which featured key figures from Ripple, traditional finance, and policy, and preceded the launch of the first Spot XRP ETF in the US.

bitcoinist12/12 20:02