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Over 90,000 Users Participated, 1 Million USDT in Rewards Distributed! Huobi HTX Peak Tournament Concludes Successfully

Huobi HTX's "Peak Competition" trading tournament has successfully concluded, attracting over 90,000 participants and distributing nearly 1 million USDT in rewards. The event generating over 14 billion USDT in total trading volume, significantly boosting platform liquidity. The competition featured three core formats: Points Race, Individual Challenge, and Team Competition, with separate tracks for spot and futures trading. Approximately 56,000 users joined the individual challenges. The team events were particularly intense, with 126 teams competing. The spot trading champion, "Brother Sun's Juniors," won with a strategy focused on high-liquidity assets like BTC and ETH. The futures champion, "Little Green Dragon Community," was praised for its strong cohesion and discipline. Looking ahead, Huobi HTX announced that the 2026 competition will introduce major upgrades, including an "AI Strategy Captain" for human-machine collaboration, new ranking lists based on profit and yield to highlight skilled traders with smaller capital, an intelligent team formation system, and a "one-click copy trading" feature. The prize pool will also be expanded to create a more inclusive and professional global trading arena.

深潮12/19 09:19

Over 90,000 Users Participated, 1 Million USDT in Rewards Distributed! Huobi HTX Peak Tournament Concludes Successfully

深潮12/19 09:19

MEET48 2026 AI Entertainment UGC Platform and Web3.0 Development Strategy Launch Event to Be Held in Seoul on December 26, with Technical Support from BNB Chain

"MEET48, in collaboration with POChain, AuditionsGO, Hash Global, Web3 Entertainment Alliance, and The Fan, will host the 'MEET48 2026 AI Entertainment UGC Platform and Web3.0 Development Strategy Launch Event' on December 26, 2025, in Seoul, with technical support from BNB Chain. The event will showcase MEET48's global development strategy, focusing on deep integration of AI, UGC, entertainment, and Web3 technologies. Key announcements include strategic partnerships with Zanybros and Gaudio Lab to advance joint development in AI models, virtual idols, music production, interactive games, and Web3 fan ecosystems. The发布会 will also feature live performances and a fan meet-and-greet. Additionally, POChain—an AIGC-focused L1 blockchain compatible with BNB Chain—will be introduced as MEET48's underlying infrastructure, enabling low-cost, decentralized content creation and value recognition through its native token $POC. MEET48 aims to transform fans from passive consumers into active creators using AI tools within a Web3-based idol economy ecosystem."

深潮12/19 09:15

MEET48 2026 AI Entertainment UGC Platform and Web3.0 Development Strategy Launch Event to Be Held in Seoul on December 26, with Technical Support from BNB Chain

深潮12/19 09:15

Do Kwon in Jail But Terra Drama Continues — Bankruptcy Estate Sues Jump Trading

While Terra founder Do Kwon is serving a 15-year prison sentence, the fallout from the 2022 collapse of TerraUSD (UST) continues. The bankruptcy administrator for Terraform Labs has filed a lawsuit against Jump Crypto, alleging the trading firm engaged in shady deals with Kwon that contributed to UST's failure. The complaint claims Jump secretly profited from discounted LUNA tokens and manipulated the market by secretly propping up UST during a 2021 depegging event, masking its structural weaknesses. The lawsuit further alleges the Luna Foundation Guard improperly transferred nearly 50,000 BTC to Jump without a formal agreement. Seeking roughly $4 billion in damages, the administrator accuses Jump of market manipulation and self-dealing that enriched the firm while devastating retail investors and triggering a broader crypto market contagion.

ccn.com12/19 08:55

Do Kwon in Jail But Terra Drama Continues — Bankruptcy Estate Sues Jump Trading

ccn.com12/19 08:55

Valuation at $1.25 Billion Post-SPAC Listing, Securitize to Issue "Real Equity" On-Chain Stocks

Securitize, a leading RWA (Real World Assets) platform, plans to launch native on-chain equity products by Q1 2026. Unlike synthetic or beneficiary tokenized stock models, Securitize will issue legally recognized shares directly on the blockchain, recorded on the issuer’s official cap table. Token holders will possess full shareholder rights, including dividends and voting. Valuing at $1.25 billion post-SPAC merger (ticker: SECZ), Securitize has already tokenized over $3 billion in assets through partnerships with major institutions like BlackRock (notably its $1.7B BUIDL fund), Apollo, KKR, and VanEck. Its investor base includes Coinbase, Morgan Stanley, BlackRock, and ARK Invest. The company aims to bridge TradFi and DeFi through compliant, regulated digital securities infrastructure, positioning itself as a key player in the institutional adoption of on-chain finance.

marsbit12/19 08:43

Valuation at $1.25 Billion Post-SPAC Listing, Securitize to Issue "Real Equity" On-Chain Stocks

marsbit12/19 08:43

Valuation at $1.25 Billion Post-SPAC Listing, Securitize to Issue "True Equity" On-Chain Stocks

Securitize, a major RWA (Real World Assets) platform, plans to launch native on-chain stock products by Q1 2026. Unlike synthetic or beneficial-rights models that track prices or represent indirect claims, Securitize will issue legally recognized shares directly on-chain, with tokens representing full shareholder rights including dividends and voting. These shares will be recorded on the issuer’s official cap table. Valuing compliance and integration with traditional finance, Securitize is an SEC-registered transfer agent. It has already tokenized over $3 billion in assets, including BlackRock’s $1.7+ billion BUIDL money market fund, and works with major institutions like Apollo, KKR, and VanEck. In October, Securitize announced plans to go public via a SPAC merger with Cantor Equity Partners II at a $1.25 billion valuation (ticker: SECZ). Backed by investors such as Morgan Stanley, BlackRock, and ARK Invest, the company is positioning itself as a bridge between traditional finance and decentralized systems, emphasizing regulatory alignment and institutional adoption.

Odaily星球日报12/19 08:37

Valuation at $1.25 Billion Post-SPAC Listing, Securitize to Issue "True Equity" On-Chain Stocks

Odaily星球日报12/19 08:37

90,000 Users Participated, $14 Billion USDT Trading Volume: Huobi HTX Peak Competition Ignites the 2025 Year-End Finale

Huobi HTX's "Peak Championship" trading competition for 2025 has concluded, attracting over 90,000 participants and generating a total trading volume exceeding 14 billion USDT. Nearly 1 million USDT in rewards were distributed. The event featured three core formats: Points Race, Individual Challenge, and Team Competition, with both spot and futures tracks. Approximately 56,000 users joined the Individual Challenge, with top winners in both tracks each receiving 17.4 billion HTX tokens. The Team Competition saw intense participation from 126 trading teams. In the spot team category, "孙哥小弟" team won first place with a trading volume of over 196 million USDT, employing a steady strategy focused on major cryptocurrencies. The third-place "메타 기사단" (Meta Knights) team made a remarkable comeback by capitalizing on altcoin opportunities. The futures team champion, "小青龙社区," achieved a trading volume of over 420 million USDT through strong coordination, while the third-place "天道智能合约" team, composed of Web3 developers, rose steadily with a disciplined, logic-based approach. For the 2026 season, Huobi HTX plans significant upgrades, such as introducing an "AI Strategy Captain" for human-machine collaboration, adding rankings based on profit and yield, implementing smart team-matching, and launching a "one-click copy trading" feature to enhance accessibility and inclusivity.

marsbit12/19 08:22

90,000 Users Participated, $14 Billion USDT Trading Volume: Huobi HTX Peak Competition Ignites the 2025 Year-End Finale

marsbit12/19 08:22

2025 Critical Moments Review: The Song of Ice and Fire in Cryptocurrency

2025 was a pivotal year of transformation for the cryptocurrency market, marked by extreme volatility and maturation. Bitcoin reached new highs above $124,000, while major events like the Bybit hack and Hyperliquid's $300 million incident exposed systemic vulnerabilities. Regulatory shifts were profound, with Trump’s administration fostering pro-innovation policies, including the GENIUS Act for stablecoins and the removal of sanctions against Tornado Cash. Landmark approvals for crypto ETFs and IPOs, such as Circle’s public listing, accelerated institutional adoption. Macroeconomic turbulence, including U.S. tariff policies and government shutdowns, triggered severe sell-offs, with October’s crash resulting in $19 billion in liquidations. Meanwhile, privacy coins and RWA gained traction, and meme coins influenced by figures like Trump and CZ saw speculative booms. The year closed with significant legal resolutions, including sentences for Do Kwon and Qian Zhimin, and continued regulatory divergence, with China tightening restrictions as Hong Kong and the U.S. advanced frameworks.

marsbit12/19 07:25

2025 Critical Moments Review: The Song of Ice and Fire in Cryptocurrency

marsbit12/19 07:25

UNI Burn Proposal Voting, Lighter TGE Expectations: A Look at Major Ecosystem Movements

In the past 24 hours, the crypto market saw significant developments across multiple sectors. Key discussions revolved around Uniswap's final voting phase for the "Unification" proposal, which includes burning 100 million UNI and activating fee mechanisms, raising debates on governance alignment and value capture. Lido’s low market cap despite high TVL sparked conversations about governance token valuation challenges. CZ highlighted privacy concerns in crypto payments, amplifying discussions on transactional transparency. Solana ecosystem attracted attention with energy company Fuse Energy entering DePIN, signaling real-world adoption. Ethereum witnessed shifting DEX fee dynamics, with Curve gaining ground against Uniswap, while ERC-8004 for trustless AI agents advanced toward mainnet launch. Perp DEX projects like Lighter faced TGE timing uncertainties, and Hyperliquid’s $1 billion回购 strategy triggered debates on balancing buybacks with growth investments. Infrastructure updates included MegaETH opening its mainnet for developers, and traditional finance integration accelerated with SoFi Bank launching SoFiUSD—the first nationally chartered U.S. bank-issued stablecoin. Visa’s stablecoin settlement pilot reached a $3.5 billion annualized volume, and PayPal’s PYUSD partnered with USDAI to enhance interoperability. These movements highlight ongoing convergence between crypto and traditional finance, alongside evolving DeFi economic models and privacy needs.

marsbit12/19 06:57

UNI Burn Proposal Voting, Lighter TGE Expectations: A Look at Major Ecosystem Movements

marsbit12/19 06:57

Zhao Changpeng's Year-End Report: Ten Questions on Binance, Regulation, and the Future of Crypto

CZ, founder of Binance, shares his reflections and insights in a year-end Q&A. He discusses his post-clemency sense of vindication and his current focus on four key areas: Giggle Academy (a free education platform serving 90,000 children), YZ Labs (a $10B ecosystem fund investing in crypto projects), mentoring BNB Chain entrepreneurs, and advising governments on crypto regulation. He highlights significant growth metrics: BNB Chain’s 600% annual transaction growth, 2M daily active users, and Binance’s 200M users. On investment strategy, he rejects the "horse race" approach, advocating instead for an "open garden" model that supports multiple strong teams to foster competition and innovation. CZ breaks down stablecoin evolution: 1.0 (basic, non-yielding tokens like USDT), 1.5 (yield-bearing but adoption-limited, e.g., Ethena’s USDe), and 2.0 (ideal state combining yield, liquidity, and compliance). He notes improved regulatory openness globally. He emphasizes mission-driven founders with long-term commitment and stamina, dismissing short-term profit seekers. On AI trading agents, he argues successful strategies won’t be sold widely due to market saturation effects. For RWA tokenization, he sees potential in national asset tokenization for resource development and notes crypto’s suitability for AI/agent economies. CZ advises BNB Chain to focus on relentless building, comparing it to a long marathon. His final message: he isn’t defined by his content, embodying a calm, persistent ethos.

比推12/19 06:44

Zhao Changpeng's Year-End Report: Ten Questions on Binance, Regulation, and the Future of Crypto

比推12/19 06:44

Chen Maobo and Others Revealed as First Batch of Guests for the 2026 Hong Kong Web3 Carnival!

The 2026 Hong Kong Web3 Carnival, co-organized by Wanxiang Blockchain Lab and HashKey Group, will take place from April 20 to 23, 2026, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. This annual event aims to bridge traditional and innovative sectors while connecting Eastern and Western global perspectives. Confirmed speakers include prominent figures such as Paul Chan Mo-po, Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong SAR; Xiao Feng, Chairman of Wanxiang Blockchain and HashKey Group; and other industry leaders from Solana Foundation, MatrixPort, and Animoca Brands, among others. The event is supported by strategic partners like the Hong Kong Trade Development Council and sponsors including OKX Web3 and Qtum. The carnival has attracted significant cross-industry interest, with over 500 executives from traditional finance and实体 industries registered by December 2025, highlighting its role in fostering dialogue between Web3 innovation and established sectors. Since its inception in 2023, the Hong Kong Web3 Carnival has grown into one of the world's most influential crypto summits, with past editions drawing over 100,000 attendees, 350 projects, and 1,200 speakers. The 2026 edition will continue to leverage Hong Kong’s unique position to deepen global integration of technology, business models, and regulatory practices, while providing a platform for local developers and projects to gain international exposure.

比推12/19 03:28

Chen Maobo and Others Revealed as First Batch of Guests for the 2026 Hong Kong Web3 Carnival!