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TLDR: Prediction markets recorded their first $4 billion weekly trading volume, marking a historic milestone. Last week saw 13 million transactions with 285,000 active users and $700 million in open interest overall. Multiple platforms contributed to the record volume, indicating healthy sector-wide growth across the industry. Coinbase agreed to acquire The Clearing Company in cash-and-stock deal expected to close this January. Prediction markets have achieved a historic milestone by recording over $4 billion in weekly trading volume. The breakthrough marks the first time the sector has crossed this threshold.  Last week saw more than 13 million transactions across platforms with…

Have you ever heard of someone spending thousands of dollars on a digital picture of a cat or a pixelated punk? Sounds crazy, right? Welcome to the fascinating world of NFTs! If you’ve been curious but don’t know where to start, this guide will walk you through everything you need to understand about NFT marketplaces.What Are NFTs, Anyway?Before we explore marketplaces, let’s get the basics down. NFT stands for Non-Fungible Token. That’s a fancy way of saying it’s a unique digital item that can’t be replaced with something else. You can think of it like a one-of-a-kind baseball card or a…

TLDR: Senate Republicans push for markup next week to advance crypto market legislation. Democrats seek stronger governance and consumer protection measures in the bill. Agriculture Committee’s draft leaves DeFi and other sections unresolved. Industry closely watches negotiations as holiday recess approaches, signaling urgency. Senators are accelerating efforts to finalize the crypto market bill as the holiday recess approaches.  Lawmakers are negotiating key provisions to create clear rules for the cryptocurrency industry, with only days remaining in the congressional calendar. Republicans are pushing for a markup next week, while Democrats continue seeking revisions to address governance and consumer protections.  Industry participants…

Authorities in Kazakhstan are taking steps to legalize crypto investments, but intend to prohibit the use of digital assets in payments in the country. A new banking law will also fully regulate the establishment and operation of cryptocurrency exchanges, the activities of which will be overseen by the central bank in Astana. Kazakhstan is not going to legalize crypto payments Cryptocurrency users in Kazakhstan will not be able to use their digital coins to pay for goods and services, the local press reported, citing a high-ranking official. That’s according to the bill “On Banks and Banking Activities,” currently under review…

Dubai Customs and Binance have agreed to work together to expand digital payment capabilities by integrating crypto assets into commercial and logistical transactions. Signed during Binance Week 2025 in Dubai, between Dr. Abdulla Busenad, Director General of Dubai Customs, and Stephanie Emile, General Manager of Binance FZE in Dubai, Binance, which offers payment solutions including Binance Pay, will work to enhance trade flow and accelerate investment cycles by offering its solutions to Dubai Customs. Dubai’s local logistics sector to benefit from digital payments As per the agreement, digital assets will be integrated into the commercial transactions and logistics sector, supporting…

Web3 gaming is here in a big way. Gamers can own online goods and participate on platforms that connect globally. The DAR Open Network makes developing new ideas possible, and has loads of features that work right now. If you think Web3 is the future of gaming, you need to know DAR Open Network! Web3 Gaming is The Future DAR Open Network sees the power of synergy in the Web3 gaming space. Before we discuss what DAR Open Network offers devs and gamers, let’s understand why Web3 gaming matters. The base of any economy is ownership. Until now, ownership in…

TLDR: Belarus blocks Bitget, ByBit, OKX and others after regulators cite inappropriate advertising on their websites. Users report access failures and warnings that VPN logins may risk account freezes on restricted exchanges. Officials confirm actions align with Article 511 of the Law on Mass Media, expanding oversight of crypto activity. A new centralized wallet registry tracks addresses linked to suspected criminal fundraising in ongoing cases. Belarus bars citizens from using foreign crypto exchanges after state authorities moved to block several major global trading platforms on December 10.  Local users reported that Bitget, ByBit, and OKX stopped opening through national internet…

If you’ve ever stared at a trading chart, wondering how people spot trends before they happen, you’re not alone. The secret? Indicators. And one of the most powerful indicators out there is the MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence).Imagine having a tool that helps you see momentum shifts before the market makes a move. That’s exactly what MACD does. It’s not magic—it’s just math, but it works like a charm when used correctly.Let’s break it down in simple terms and see how you can use MACD to make smarter trades.What Is MACD?MACD is a momentum indicator that helps traders see when…

TLDR: Gemini Titan receives a CFTC Designated Contract Market license after a five-year approval process. The license enables U.S. customers to trade yes-or-no event contracts on Gemini’s web platform. Leadership credits federal support and Acting Chairman Pham for advancing a pro-innovation environment. Gemini plans to explore futures, options, and perpetual contracts as part of a broader derivatives expansion. Gemini receives US License for prediction markets, marking a regulatory shift that allows the firm to operate a fully approved Designated Contract Market in the United States.  Gemini Space Station, Inc. announced that its affiliate, Gemini Titan, LLC, secured the license from…

With the holidays draining liquidity and uncertainty still in the air, the crypto market is clearly moving more cautiously. Bitcoin has managed to remain stable, but rising ETF outflows and slowing momentum are difficult to ignore. At this point, it’s unclear whether the BTC price will slide down or is just consolidating before the next rally. Summary BTC is trading near $87,500, consolidating in the $86,400–$88,000 range amid cautious holiday trading. Support at $86,400–$86,700 remains strong, but $175M in ETF outflows is weighing on market sentiment. A breakout above $89,000–$90,000 could push BTC toward $93,000–$94,000, signaling renewed bullish momentum. Downside…