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Key Highlights In the latest podcast, Tomasz Kajetan Stańczak has revealed that developers will focus on L1 Scaling and Institutional Privacy in 2026 Earlier, Vitalik Buterin also urged the community to focus on long-term goals instead of chasing the latest trends Two major hard forks, Glamsterdam in mid-2026 and Hegota in late 2026, are designed to enhance Ethereum’s capacity In a recent interview on the ETHPanda Talk Podcast, Tomasz Kajetan Stańczak, the newly appointed co-executive of the Ethereum Foundation, shared a crucial detail about new developments in the next year, 2026. Tomasz Stanczak: Ethereum to Focus on L1 Scaling and…

Fasset will provide regulated onboarding, KYC and on‑/off‑ramp services for ADI Foundation’s Dirham‑backed stablecoin infrastructure in Abu Dhabi. On 24 December 2025 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Fasset announced a strategic partnership with ADI Foundation, the Abu Dhabi‑based non‑profit founded by Sirius International Holding (a subsidiary of IHC). The agreement gives Fasset responsibility for compliant onboarding, KYC and on‑/off‑ramp infrastructure to support the ADI Chain mainnet and the upcoming Dirham‑backed stablecoin issued by First Abu Dhabi Bank and IHC. The collaboration aims to accelerate institutional blockchain adoption across the UAE and the broader MENA region, leveraging Fasset’s $26.7 million of funding and regulatory approvals in multiple jurisdictions. “This partnership…

United Kingdom prosecutors have moved to seize all assets belonging to Craig Costello, including his houses, cash, and digital assets. Costello is the final member of four Teesside pals who were convicted of running a global drugs ring. Prosecutors mentioned that his bank account and crypto stash grew with dirty cash. Prosecutors mentioned that he funneled money into several investments in the UK, noting his affinity for digital assets. Initially, the prosecutors had filed a proceeds of crime application over his five-bedroom home, which led to them selling it. In addition, his quad bikes and a number of luxury vehicles…

Ethereum price has climbed gradually in recent sessions, showing a slow but steady recovery. ETH has struggled to attract sustained investor support, which has limited upside momentum. This lack of conviction makes reaching the long-anticipated $4,000 level increasingly challenging for the altcoin king despite improving broader market conditions. Ethereum Whales Continue To Decline Whale activity reflects growing caution among large Ethereum holders. Data tracking whale addresses shows a decline in the 30-day change, indicating reduced participation from this influential cohort. Fewer whales maintaining or expanding positions often signal weakening confidence in near-term price appreciation. This pullback suggests whales may be…

With Washington flipping the script on digital assets, crypto companies struck $8.6 billion in deals in 2025, notching the industry’s busiest mergers and acquisitions year to date. Summary Crypto dealmaking reached a record $8.6 billion in 2025 across 267 transactions. Major acquisitions by firms like Coinbase, Kraken, and Ripple drove the surge. According to a Financial Times report citing PitchBook data, 267 deals were recorded across the sector, comprising acquisitions, strategic investments, and consolidation moves, which marks an 18% rise from the previous year. In total, these deals accounted for $8.6 billion in value, which is roughly four times higher…

Decentralized finance (DeFi) not only facilitates anonymous crypto trading, but also offers a multitude of services. One of the most commonly used is crypto and stablecoin lending. Technically, it’s called “borrowing,” and it effectively allows you to obtain liquidity without necessarily having to sell your assets. It also enables the implementation of leverage strategies (i.e., opening leveraged positions), hedging, and optimizing the yield of your portfolio. How Lending Works in DeFi How to Take a Loan in DeFi The Risks Leveraging How Lending Works in DeFi Borrowing in DeFi operates in a completely different manner compared to traditional bank loans.…

By TradingView – ETHUSD_2026-01-02 (YTD) Ethereum is back in focus after pushing to a fresh yearly high, signalling renewed momentum across the crypto market. The move comes at a critical moment, with billions of dollars in crypto options expiring, setting the stage for short-term volatility not only for ETH, but also for Bitcoin, which continues to hover near major resistance levels. Ethereum Breaks Out: What’s Driving the Move? ETH has surged past the $3,000 level, reaching a new yearly high and confirming a strong bullish structure on the chart. Momentum accelerated as buyers stepped in aggressively, pushing price above recent…

Trump urges faster Fed rate cuts after 4.3% GDP growth, with Kevin Hassett citing AI-driven productivity gains as proof inflation risks remain contained. Summary Trump demands lower interest rates despite 4.3% Q3 2025 GDP beating the 3.3% forecast, arguing strong growth should be rewarded, not restrained.​ NEC veteran Kevin Hassett backs cuts, pointing to AI-led productivity and tariffs-driven trade gains as signs inflation is manageable.​ With Powell’s term ending in May 2026, markets watch Trump’s likely Fed pick and its implications for future U.S. monetary policy.​ President Donald Trump has called for interest rate cuts following stronger-than-expected U.S. economic growth,…

Ethereum price has broken above $3,000, but low volume and nearby resistance raise concerns that this breakout may lack strength and risk a reversal lower. Summary Ethereum broke above $3,000 but failed to attract strong bullish volume. Price has stalled at the 0.618 Fibonacci resistance, limiting upside momentum. Weak follow-through increases the risk of a pullback toward the value area low and $2,680 support. Ethereum (ETH) price has recently moved above the $3,000 level, breaking out from a multi-week triangle consolidation that had been forming as volatility continued to compress. While breakouts from prolonged consolidation phases often signal the start…

Several blockchain startups once valued near $1 billion now have market capitalizations that are only a fraction of those figures, as tighter liquidity forces valuation resets. This is evident across several high profile projects, according to data compiled by CryptoRank. Humanity Protocol, which carried a venture valuation of around $1 billion, now has a market capitalization of about $285 million. Fuel Network, also previously valued near $1 billion, is trading closer to $11 million, while Bubblemaps, once assigned a similar venture capital (VC) valuation, has a market cap of about $6 million. “During bull runs and narrative hype, VCs tend…