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Bitcoin wobbles at $92K as trader eyes end to ‘manipulative’ BTC price dip

Bitcoin (BTC) is consolidating near $92,000, facing resistance around $94,000 as traders anticipate a potential upward breakout. Analysts suggest the recent price dip may have been manipulative rather than organic, with higher lows indicating an established uptrend. Key hurdles include the 200-period moving averages on the 4-hour chart. Meanwhile, gold's surge toward new all-time highs is viewed as a bearish macro headwind for Bitcoin, potentially delaying the crypto bull run until metals stabilize. Despite short-term momentum challenges, optimism remains for a BTC price surge in the coming days or weeks.

cointelegraph12/12 15:43

From Gatekeeper to Gravedigger: JPMorgan Bets on Physical Precious Metals, Shorts Dollar Credit

JPMorgan Chase, a long-standing guardian of the U.S. dollar-centric financial system, is reportedly shifting its core precious metals trading team to Singapore—a move interpreted as a strategic pivot away from Western dollar hegemony. The bank has reclassified approximately 169 million ounces of silver in COMEX vaults from “deliverable” to “non-deliverable,” effectively locking down nearly 10% of global annual supply. This signals a broader bet on physical metal accumulation and a loss of confidence in paper-based derivatives. The London and New York systems, built on leveraged paper contracts (with claims far exceeding physical metal), are showing strain. Central banks are accelerating gold repatriation, while industrial demand—especially for silver in green technology—is draining physical inventories. Extreme backwardation in silver and extended delivery wait times at the Bank of England suggest a structural rupture between paper markets and physical reality. Meanwhile, Shanghai has emerged as the world’s largest physical gold exchange, emphasizing full physical settlement and rejecting the Western paper-gold model. China’s industrial demand and central bank purchasing are pulling vast metal volumes eastward, reshaping global liquidity and pricing power. Singapore is positioning itself as a neutral hub with tax-free private vaults, attracting Western institutions like JPMorgan seeking a safe, politically acceptable base near Asian demand centers. Yet it remains caught between dollar liquidity and yuan-driven physical trade anchored in Shanghai. JPMorgan’s maneuver reflects a deeper shift: the end of financial alchemy based on unlimited paper leverage and the return to a tangible asset system where physical metal defines value and trust.

比推12/12 15:31

Trump in Web3 Games: Temporary Hype or Trend?

The article "Trump in Web3 Games: Temporary Hype or Trend?" discusses the growing integration of political brands, particularly Donald Trump’s, into the crypto industry—especially within Web3 gaming. It highlights the recent launch of the 3D game *Trump Billionaires Club*, which features an in-game economy tied to the $TRUMP memecoin and user engagement mechanics. The piece argues that while political and media-driven narratives can generate initial user interest, they often fail to retain players without clear, sustainable incentives. Many gaming tokenomics rely on short-term emotional appeal rather than long-term engagement. In response, projects like PEPENODE are emerging with simplified, routine-based reward systems—such as virtual "mining" nodes—that require no technical knowledge or hardware. PEPENODE, promoted as the "first memecoin mine-to-earn" platform, allows users to buy and upgrade virtual mining nodes to earn rewards, including memecoins like PEPE and Fartcoin. Early data shows significant pre-sale interest, with $2.3 million raised and a token price of $0.001192. The project aims to combine meme-driven engagement with predictable, recurring action—a trend gaining traction as Web3 games seek broader, more consistent user bases beyond one-time hype. The article concludes that while politically themed games attract attention, their long-term success depends on transitioning from viral momentum to habitual use through clear mechanics and recurring value.

bitcoinist12/12 15:07

Solana Prepares for Next Leg Up With $186 as the Key Level to Break

TheNewsCrypto12/12 15:02

Bitcoin: Can $7.2B in fresh demand fuel BTC’s next breakout?

Bitcoin has been consolidating in December after reaching $91,277 earlier in the month, but signs of renewed accumulation suggest a potential push toward $100,000. Data shows accumulator addresses bought 78,000 BTC (worth $7.2 billion) in the first ten days of December, reflecting growing investor confidence. This sentiment is supported by the Fed's dovish stance and rate cut signals. In derivatives markets, taker buyers have returned, with positive funding rates and CVD data indicating increased buy-side activity. Liquidity analysis suggests fewer resistance levels on the upside toward $97,000, while support clusters near $88,000–$89,000 could limit downside moves. Overall, returning accumulators, derivatives buying, and macro optimism are strengthening Bitcoin’s bullish momentum.

ambcrypto12/12 15:01

Ripple expands European footprint with AMINA stablecoin payment partnership

Ripple Payments has partnered with Swiss bank AMINA to provide its payment infrastructure, enabling more efficient, faster, and lower-cost transactions using the Ripple USD (RLUSD) stablecoin. This collaboration strengthens Ripple’s presence in Europe, leveraging AMINA’s regulatory standing under Swiss and EU frameworks. The partnership addresses friction faced by crypto-native businesses in traditional banking, particularly in cross-border stablecoin transactions. Ripple aims to bridge fiat and blockchain systems, supporting seamless payments. This move is part of Ripple’s broader strategy to integrate blockchain into traditional finance, following recent expansions in Asia-Pacific and regulatory approvals in Singapore and Abu Dhabi for RLUSD.

cointelegraph12/12 14:33

YouTube Goes Crypto: PYUSD Stablecoin Payout Option Now Live For US Creators

YouTube has introduced a new payout option allowing U.S.-based creators to receive earnings in PayPal’s PYUSD stablecoin. The feature, now active, uses PayPal’s existing payment infrastructure rather than direct crypto handling by YouTube. Earnings are calculated in dollars by YouTube and converted to PYUSD by PayPal, which then distributes the tokens. Currently available only to U.S. creators, the option applies to monetized revenue like ads and memberships. It offers flexibility to hold, spend via PayPal-supported platforms, or convert to fiat, though tax and custody implications differ from traditional bank transfers. PYUSD’s circulation has grown to nearly $4 billion since its 2023 launch.

bitcoinist12/12 14:16

Fartcoin Gasps Higher: Will the 12% Rally Push for the Next Wave Upward?

The majority of cryptocurrency tokens are trading in the green, with Fartcoin posting a notable 12.41% rally. After hitting a low of $0.3379, it broke through key resistance levels to reach around $0.3898, backed by a market cap of $387.79 million and a 24-hour trading volume of $166.8 million. Technical indicators suggest mild bullish momentum: the MACD is above the zero line, the RSI reads 58.32, and the Bull Bear Power shows slight bullish dominance. However, the Chaikin Money Flow indicates only mild buying pressure, and the overall trend lacks strong confirmation. If bullish momentum continues, Fartcoin could test resistance at $0.3920 or higher. Conversely, a bearish turn might push it back toward support at $0.3875 or lower. Market sentiment remains neutral to slightly positive.

TheNewsCrypto12/12 14:13

When Crypto Faith Becomes the 'Plato's Cave' in Modern Investing

In "When Crypto Belief Becomes a Modern 'Plato's Cave'," the author reflects on how initial optimism in cryptocurrency has evolved into a "sunk cost trap," where past investments—whether financial, temporal, or emotional—keep individuals tethered to an ecosystem that may no longer serve their best interests. Drawing parallels to Plato’s allegory of the cave, the piece argues that many in crypto remain chained not by ignorance but by their accumulated stakes, mistaking shadows (past efforts) for reality. The author shares a personal journey from professional poker to crypto, illustrating how sunk costs—like a decade in poker—can create a "luxurious trap" that’s hard to escape. Despite crypto’s maturation (e.g., Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, Robinhood adopting blockchain tech), the landscape has shifted: traditional finance co-opts crypto innovations, and gains increasingly flow to insiders or equities rather than retail token holders. The article categorizes crypto adherents into four camps (pro-Bitcoin, pro-crypto, both, or neither) and further divides them based on belief in future upside. It suggests that only those fully convinced of crypto’s potential should devote all their time to it; others should diversify skills and consider exit strategies. The core message: don’t let sunk costs imprison you in a fading dream. Freedom lies in acknowledging when to step away and explore broader opportunities beyond the crypto.

比推12/12 14:10

Inside JPMorgan’s Latest Crypto Strategy And Solana’s Key Involvement

JPMorgan has successfully arranged a $50 million US Commercial Paper issuance for Galaxy Digital, executed on the Solana blockchain and purchased by Coinbase and Franklin Templeton. This marks a significant step in integrating traditional finance with cryptocurrency, leveraging blockchain for securities issuance. JPMorgan plans to expand this structure in the coming year, exploring broader investor and issuer bases as well as additional security types. The transaction used Circle’s USDC stablecoin for issuance and redemption. Galaxy Digital and partners emphasized the role of public blockchains like Solana in improving efficiency, security, and programmability in institutional finance. SOL traded at $136 at the time of writing, down 53% from its all-time high.

bitcoinist12/12 14:10