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RWA Weekly Report｜Data: Approximately 50% of Euro Stablecoins Deployed on Ethereum; Potential Policy Adjustments as Trump Prepares for Next November's Midterm Elections May Again Impact Digital Assets (12.18-12.23)

RWA Market Weekly Summary (Dec 18–23) The total on-chain value of Real World Assets (RWA) grew 1.65% this week to $19.05 billion, while the broader RWA market saw a slight contraction. U.S. Treasuries remained the core asset at $8.7 billion. Commodities and private equity saw notable increases. The number of RWA asset holders and stablecoin users continued to rise. Key developments include: - Data shows ~50% of euro-denominated stablecoins are deployed on Ethereum. - Former U.S. President Trump’s policy adjustments ahead of the midterm elections may impact digital assets. - The SEC issued new guidance on crypto asset custody and ATS operations. - Hong Kong proposed new rules for insurance investments in crypto assets. - U.S. lawmakers proposed tax exemptions for small stablecoin payments and staking rewards. - Ghana legalized crypto trading and plans to explore gold-backed stablecoins. Highlighted RWA projects: - Ondo Finance (ONDO) will launch tokenized stocks and ETFs on Solana in early 2026. - MSX (STONKS) is preparing for the potential launch of official Nasdaq tokenized stocks. Stablecoin sector growth continues, with Grayscale reporting a $300B supply and $1.1T in monthly trading volume.

marsbit12/23 10:56

RWA Weekly Report｜Data: Approximately 50% of Euro Stablecoins Deployed on Ethereum; Potential Policy Adjustments as Trump Prepares for Next November's Midterm Elections May Again Impact Digital Assets (12.18-12.23)

marsbit12/23 10:56

RWA Weekly Report｜Data: Approximately 50% of Euro Stablecoins Deployed on Ethereum; Potential Policy Adjustments as Trump Prepares for Next November's Midterm Elections May Again Impact Digital Assets (12.18-12.23)

RWA Weekly Report: Data shows approximately 50% of euro-denominated stablecoins are deployed on Ethereum; potential policy shifts as Trump prepares for midterm elections may impact digital asset markets (Dec 18–23, 2025). The on-chain value of Real World Assets (RWA) grew 1.65% to $19.05 billion, while the broader RWA market contracted slightly to $402.57 billion. User adoption continued to rise, with RWA holders increasing to 582,639 and stablecoin holders reaching 212.54 million. U.S. Treasury bonds remained the core asset at $8.7 billion, while commodities and private equity saw notable growth. Key developments include the SEC issuing new guidance for crypto asset custody and ATS operations, Hong Kong proposing new rules for insurer investments in crypto assets, and U.S. lawmakers discussing tax exemptions for small stablecoin transactions. Data from Token Terminal indicates about half of all euro stablecoins are on Ethereum. Political focus remains on potential policy adjustments by Trump ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, which could affect digital asset markets. Projects like Ondo Finance and MSX (STONKS) are advancing tokenized traditional assets, with Ondo expanding to Solana and MSX preparing for Nasdaq’s potential entry into tokenized stocks. Ghana legalized cryptocurrency trading and is exploring gold-backed stablecoins, reflecting global regulatory evolution. Stablecoin supply reached $300 billion in 2025, with significant transaction volume driving growth in related ecosystems.

Odaily星球日报12/23 10:48

RWA Weekly Report｜Data: Approximately 50% of Euro Stablecoins Deployed on Ethereum; Potential Policy Adjustments as Trump Prepares for Next November's Midterm Elections May Again Impact Digital Assets (12.18-12.23)

Odaily星球日报12/23 10:48

From Options Derivatives to Prediction Markets: A Quick Look at Coinbase's 2025 Crypto Acquisition Blueprint

Coinbase has significantly expanded its ecosystem in 2025 through a series of strategic acquisitions, aiming to build an "Everything Exchange." Key acquisitions include: - **Roam** (on-chain browser/search engine) - **Spindl** (on-chain advertising platform) - **Iron Fish** team (privacy layer, team-only acquisition) - **Deribit** ($2.9B, major derivatives platform) - **Liquifi** (token management) - **Opyn** team (DeFi options, talent acquisition) - **Sensible** founders (yield platform, later shut down) - **Echo** ($375M, launchpad platform by Cobie) - **Vector.fun** (Solana DEX, to enhance cross-chain trading) - **The Clearing Company** (prediction markets) Most deals were undisclosed talent/team acquisitions, focusing on integrating expertise rather than tokens or legacy systems. The strategy emphasizes consolidating services—spanning spot, derivatives, DeFi, privacy, and prediction markets—into a unified platform. This aligns with CEO Brian Armstrong's vision of a one-stop "Exchange Everything" model, strengthening Coinbase's competitive position against rivals like Binance and OKX.

Odaily星球日报12/23 10:19

From Options Derivatives to Prediction Markets: A Quick Look at Coinbase's 2025 Crypto Acquisition Blueprint

Odaily星球日报12/23 10:19

ETHZilla offloads $74.5 mln Ethereum to pay debt: ‘Embarrassing!’

ETHZilla, a Peter Thiel-backed firm, has sold $74.5 million worth of Ethereum (24,291 ETH) to pay down its debt, marking a significant shift from its corporate treasury strategy just four months after adopting it. The company also announced it will discontinue its mNAV metric and pivot its focus toward tokenization. This abrupt change drew sharp criticism from analysts, with one calling it an "embarrassing" destruction of shareholder value. The firm’s mNAV had fallen below 1 in early December, complicating its ability to raise capital. Meanwhile, broader market outflows hit ETH, with treasury and ETF firms seeing nearly $670 million in outflows over the past week, keeping ETH prices subdued below $3,000.

ambcrypto12/23 10:03

ETHZilla offloads $74.5 mln Ethereum to pay debt: ‘Embarrassing!’

ambcrypto12/23 10:03

This American Earns $250 Million a Year from Podcasting, Luo Yonghao Is Learning from Him

Joe Rogan, a comedian and UFC commentator, hosts "The Joe Rogan Experience," the world's largest podcast. Known for its long-form, unscripted conversations, the show has featured high-profile guests like Elon Musk, Donald Trump, and Jensen Huang. Musk’s 2018 appearance, where he smoked a joint, went viral with over 69 million views and impacted Tesla’s stock. In 2020, Spotify secured exclusive rights to the podcast for $200 million, later renewing in 2024 for $250 million without exclusivity. Rogan’s informal, curiosity-driven style attracts audiences distrustful of mainstream media, particularly young men. His interview with Trump during the 2024 election, viewed over 50 million times, was credited as a key factor in Trump’s victory. In China, figures like Luo Yonghao are attempting similar formats, but face challenges due to shorter content preferences and less mature monetization. Rogan’s influence is coupled with controversy, including spreading misinformation on COVID-19 vaccines and conspiracy theories, highlighting the tension between free speech and responsible broadcasting.

marsbit12/23 09:24

This American Earns $250 Million a Year from Podcasting, Luo Yonghao Is Learning from Him

marsbit12/23 09:24

This American Earns $250 Million a Year from Podcasting, and Luo Yonghao Is Learning from Him

American podcaster Joe Rogan earns $250 million annually from his hugely successful show, "The Joe Rogan Experience." The article details his unconventional path from comedian, reality TV host, and UFC commentator to becoming the world's most influential podcaster. His long-form, casual interview style, often lasting over three hours, has attracted top guests like Elon Musk (in a famous 2018 episode where Musk smoked cannabis), Donald Trump (a key 2024 election interview), and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. Rogan's success is attributed to his "outsider" approach, creating a space where guests can speak freely, unlike traditional media. This has built immense trust with his primarily young, male audience who are skeptical of mainstream news. His 2020 exclusive deal with Spotify was worth $200 million, and he renewed it in 2024 for $250 million without exclusivity. The article explores his significant cultural impact, notably his role in the 2024 U.S. election where Trump's appearance on his show was widely credited with reaching crucial voters. It also notes attempts to replicate his model in China, such as Luo Yonghao (罗永浩), but highlights challenges like a preference for short-form content and different media environment. Finally, it addresses the controversies surrounding Rogan, including spreading COVID-19 and AIDS misinformation, which critics say make him a hub for conspiracy theories, while supporters value his anti-establishment stance.

深潮12/23 09:21

This American Earns $250 Million a Year from Podcasting, and Luo Yonghao Is Learning from Him

深潮12/23 09:21

Weekly Funding Roundup | 11 Projects Secured Funding, Total Amount Reaches $301 Million (Dec 15-21)

According to Odaily Planet Daily, from December 15 to December 21, 2025, the global sector witnessed 11 disclosed blockchain financing rounds, raising a total of $301 million. This marks a significant increase from the previous week's $85.1 million across 8 deals. The largest single funding round was secured by Hong Kong-based fintech firm RedotPay, specializing in stablecoin payments, which closed a $107 million Series B led by Goodwater Capital. Following closely, the Solana-based DePIN project Fuse Energy raised $70 million in a Series B round, valuing the company at $5 billion. Other notable financings include a $50 million round for MetYa, a $30 million Series A for Singaporean trade finance platform Olea, a $13 million Series B for decentralized broadband protocol DAWN, and a $12 million seed round for Ethereum block space futures market ETHGas. DePIN and payment infrastructure projects showed particular momentum this week.

marsbit12/23 08:18

Weekly Funding Roundup | 11 Projects Secured Funding, Total Amount Reaches $301 Million (Dec 15-21)

marsbit12/23 08:18

Huobi HTX 'Double Dan Carnival · Trading Festival' Officially Launches, 200,000 USDT Prize Pool Collaborates with TRON Ecosystem to Create Year-End Trading Feast

Huobi HTX has launched its "Year-End Carnival: Trading Festival" from December 22, 2025, to January 18, 2026, featuring a total prize pool of 200,000 USDT. The event is co-sponsored by key TRON ecosystem projects including TRON DAO, SunPump, JUST, AINFT, BitTorrent, WINkLink, Steemit, and SunGenX. Highlights include a 28-day daily red envelope rain with 5,000 USDT distributed each day at 11:00 AM UTC+8. On Christmas and New Year’s Day, an additional 10,000 USDT no-threshold red envelope will be released. Users who perform any transaction or interactive activity (such as posting or sharing) on the HTX App between December 1, 2025, and January 15, 2026, become eligible to claim the red envelopes. The campaign integrates trading incentives, airdrops, and community activities to boost engagement with the TRON ecosystem. It includes phases for interactive learning, core trading missions—covering spot, futures, and copy trading—and a finale with intensified rewards. Huobi HTX aims to enhance year-end market participation and user experience through this event.

深潮12/23 08:11

Huobi HTX 'Double Dan Carnival · Trading Festival' Officially Launches, 200,000 USDT Prize Pool Collaborates with TRON Ecosystem to Create Year-End Trading Feast

深潮12/23 08:11

Plummeting Token Price, Whales Dumping and Exiting: The Aave Governance Battle Exposes DeFi's Governance Dilemma

The article details a major governance crisis within Aave, a leading DeFi lending protocol, sparked in December 2025. The conflict began when Aave Labs, the development team, switched the front-end service provider for its official website and redirected an estimated $10 million in annual fees from user transactions to its own controlled address instead of the community DAO treasury. This move was perceived by the Aave community as a "hidden privatization" of brand assets and a breach of trust. It raised a fundamental question: who ultimately controls a DeFi protocol—the founding team that builds the code and brand, or the token holders governing the DAO? Tensions escalated with the submission of an aggressive "poison pill" governance proposal demanding Aave Labs transfer all intellectual property, trademarks, and equity to the DAO. A more constructive counter-proposal, "Phase 1 - Ownership," sought to reclaim control of critical assets like domains and social media accounts for the DAO. Amid the internal strife, the AAVE token price fell over 25%, and a major whale investor sold their holdings at a significant loss, signaling eroding confidence. Aave Labs further angered the community by unilaterally advancing a snapshot vote during the Christmas holiday, a move criticized for violating procedural norms. Despite the turmoil, Aave's core protocol remained robust with $34 billion in assets. The SEC's decision to close its investigation without action was seen as a tacit endorsement of its decentralized governance model. The crisis is presented as a painful but necessary "rite of passage," potentially leading Aave to evolve into a "hybrid organization." This new model would clearly define the DAO as the sovereign owner of all assets, with Labs operating as a service provider under a formal, on-chain agreement, thereby preventing future revenue disputes.

marsbit12/23 08:07

Plummeting Token Price, Whales Dumping and Exiting: The Aave Governance Battle Exposes DeFi's Governance Dilemma

marsbit12/23 08:07

CoinW's Neowave Academy Hosts "Crypto Christmas Night" in Taiwan

CoinW's educational brand Neowave Academy hosted "Crypto Christmas Night" in Taipei on December 20, attracting cryptocurrency enthusiasts, traders, and industry professionals. The event featured live music, DJ performances, and interactive activities designed to encourage open communication. Attendees received custom gift bags, and six annual awards were presented recognizing achievements in trading, development, and community contributions. Participants highlighted the importance of such gatherings for strengthening local industry connections. An on-site crypto knowledge competition offered prizes including course access and hardware wallets. Observers noted that the event reflects CoinW's strategic efforts to deepen its presence in the Taiwanese market through localized campaigns, partnerships with communities and KOLs, and high-value giveaways. While Taiwan's crypto community is growing with active developers and traders, challenges remain regarding regulatory clarity and global competitiveness. The event emphasized community engagement over commercial promotion, aligning with a broader industry trend toward long-term community building. This approach underscores how crypto exchanges are expanding their focus beyond trading to education, culture, and regional strategic presence.

深潮12/23 07:28

CoinW's Neowave Academy Hosts "Crypto Christmas Night" in Taiwan

深潮12/23 07:28

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