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Tokenization arrives onchain for institutions — AMA recap with Redbelly Network

Sponsored content: During a Cointelegraph AMA, Redbelly Network and AMAL Trustees discussed how tokenization and deterministic finality can modernize institutional asset workflows, moving beyond manual processes like spreadsheets and delayed reconciliations. The conversation highlighted the shift from experimental pilots to production-grade tokenization infrastructure, particularly in regulated markets and private credit. A key focus was Project Acacia, a Reserve Bank of Australia CBDC pilot, where a smart asset-backed security demonstrated streamlined issuance, servicing, and secondary trading on a single source of truth. Redbelly's deterministic consensus ensures irreversible settlement and high throughput, while its zkIdentity system enables compliance checks without exposing private data. The partnership aims to upgrade asset lifecycle management by combining Redbelly's technical infrastructure with AMAL's fiduciary expertise.

cointelegraph12/18 16:23

USDC steps into tax software and Bitcoin DeFi in one day as Circle accelerates expansion

Circle announced two major expansions for USDC on December 18, partnering with Intuit and integrating with Stacks. The collaboration with Intuit will embed USDC into platforms like TurboTax, QuickBooks, and Credit Karma, enabling faster tax refunds, cheaper cross-border payments, and improved small-business cash flows. Separately, Circle launched USDCx on the Bitcoin Layer-2 network Stacks, bringing regulated stablecoin liquidity to Bitcoin DeFi. This allows BTC-secured lending, stablecoin trading pairs, and cross-chain interoperability. Together, these moves position USDC as a bridge between traditional financial software and decentralized crypto ecosystems, potentially normalizing stablecoin use beyond crypto trading.

ambcrypto12/18 16:18

Pippin rallies despite ‘insiders control 80%’ claim – $0.50 breakout next?

ambcrypto12/18 16:02

Jimmy Carr Tells UK To Mine Bitcoin With Wasted Night-Time Power

UK comedian Jimmy Carr proposed that the UK government should mine Bitcoin using excess electricity generated at night by power stations. He suggested this as a way to generate non-tax revenue and utilize underutilized national infrastructure, framing it as part of a broader push for more radical thinking in public finance. Carr argued that certain national assets, like energy resources, should benefit the public directly. While not a detailed policy proposal, his comments position Bitcoin as a state-producible asset that can be held as reserve value. The idea mirrors real-world examples like Bhutan and El Salvador, which use surplus renewable energy for mining.

bitcoinist12/18 16:01

Has the Era of Easy Money for Crypto VCs Come to an End?

The era of easy profits for crypto VCs appears to be over, marked by a necessary market correction and a shift toward more sustainable investment practices. The recent collapse of Shima Capital, following SEC charges against its founder for fraudulent fundraising and mismanagement, symbolizes a broader industry-wide reckoning. Once-revered VCs are now facing scrutiny as inflated valuations, poor returns, and failed exit strategies expose systemic flaws. Market dynamics have shifted significantly: liquidity has dried up,散户 investors have retreated, and many VC portfolios are underwater. Data shows only 2% of altcoins are currently profitable, underscoring the severity of the downturn. VCs are adapting by focusing on later-stage investments, prioritizing projects with real traction and data over speculative narratives. Funding is increasingly concentrated in infrastructure—such as payment rails and privacy tools—rather than premature application-layer projects like NFTs or metaverse platforms. This period of "creative destruction" is pushing the industry toward maturity. VCs are becoming more disciplined, seeking genuine value and long-term viability rather than quick returns. While the transition is painful, it may ultimately lead to a healthier, more transparent, and more resilient crypto ecosystem.

比推12/18 15:45

Coinbase’s Latest: Prediction Markets And Stock Trading Added To Platform

Coinbase is expanding its platform to become a comprehensive financial application by adding stock trading, advanced trading tools, and prediction markets through a partnership with Kalshi. CEO Brian Armstrong stated that while only 1% of users trade prediction markets as an asset class, 99% use them for insights, similar to traditional media. The company is also launching "Coinbase Tokenize," an institutional-grade infrastructure to support the tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs), with the ultimate goal of facilitating global access to tokenized equities. Armstrong believes all major asset classes, including equities and real estate, will transition to blockchain systems. Additionally, Coinbase will offer custom stablecoins for businesses and expand its API services for institutional clients.

bitcoinist12/18 15:30

Bitcoin hunts liquidity as US CPI inflation drops to lowest since 2021

US CPI inflation dropped to 2.7% year-over-year in November, the lowest level since March 2021, significantly below expectations. This led to increased market volatility, with Bitcoin briefly surpassing $89,000 before retracing. The unexpected decline fuels expectations of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, with markets pricing in a 26.6% probability of a cut in January. Analysts note Bitcoin's price action resembles early 2025 patterns, suggesting potential further downside toward $75,000. Over $630 million in crypto liquidations occurred amid ongoing volatility and perceived market manipulation.

cointelegraph12/18 15:06

Tether CEO says AI bubble is Bitcoin’s biggest risk in 2026

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino warns that the biggest risk to Bitcoin in 2026 could be a potential AI bubble. He expressed concern that Bitcoin remains too correlated with traditional capital markets, making it vulnerable if the current AI investment boom leads to a stock market downturn. Ardoino believes that excessive spending on AI infrastructure and data centers could create a market bubble. If sentiment shifts in 2026, the resulting turmoil could negatively impact Bitcoin's price. However, he also noted that increased adoption by pension funds and governments may prevent the sharp 80% corrections seen in previous cycles. While bullish on Bitcoin and real-world asset tokenization, Ardoino is pessimistic about crypto innovation in Europe, criticizing its regulatory approach, and is skeptical of companies that function solely as digital asset treasuries without strong operational businesses.

cointelegraph12/18 15:02

Solana on trial: How Pump.fun could shake up the network

The year 2025 has seen memecoins achieve mainstream adoption. Solana solidified its position as a leading network for this high-speed, speculative activity with coins like TRUMP and MELANIA. However, a federal court has now approved a class-action lawsuit against Pump.fun, Solana Labs, and other entities, accusing them of market manipulation. This lawsuit uniquely targets Solana's core technology, specifically its high-speed, high-throughput network. The legal challenge focuses on how the network's internal validator setup allegedly allowed insiders to manipulate memecoin launches on the Pump.fun platform. A key piece of evidence is the extreme supply concentration, where the top 10 holders control approximately 70% of the PUMP token's supply, sidelining retail investors and capping the price. While PUMP's price volatility and its trading below its ICO price are symptoms, the lawsuit presents a significant threat to the entire Solana ecosystem by placing its foundational technology under legal scrutiny.

ambcrypto12/18 15:02

Ethereum down 42% from all-time high: Where will ETH price bottom?

Ether (ETH) has declined 42% from its all-time high of $4,950, falling below $3,000. Analysts warn that if the $2,800 support level fails, ETH could drop toward $2,100—a key level where 2.1 million ETH were previously acquired. Traders note Ethereum's significant underperformance compared to Bitcoin and other assets this cycle. Market sentiment remains bearish, with Polymarket bettors pricing an 83% chance of ETH revisiting $2,500 and a 59% chance of falling to $2,000 by 2026. Institutional demand has weakened, as U.S. spot Ethereum ETFs saw five consecutive days of outflows totaling $533.1 million, reducing assets under management to $17.34 billion. Additionally, daily treasury buying of ETH has dropped sharply from its August high. Despite the current 42% drawdown being relatively shallow compared to historical bear cycles (which saw 80-90% declines), on-chain and technical indicators suggest further downside risk.

cointelegraph12/18 14:47