Zoomex Launches Zoomex Card, Unlocking a New Path from Crypto Assets to Global Fiat Payments

Global cryptocurrency trading platform Zoomex today announced the official early registration for its latest payment product, the Zoomex Card. Designed to bridge the gap between crypto assets and real-world payment scenarios, the Zoomex Card aims to provide users with a Global Multicurrency bank account that’s connected to tradfi payment rails and crypto ramps, enabling seamless The post Zoomex Launches Zoomex Card, Unlocking a New Path from Crypto Assets to Global Fiat Payments appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Russia’s Sberbank eyes crypto-backed loans, says regulatory support will be key

Russia’s largest bank, Sberbank, may soon start offering crypto-backed loans as it plans to collaborate with regulators to build the necessary infrastructure. Anatoly Popov, Sberbank’s Deputy Chairman of the Management Board, has confirmed in a recent interview that the bank… дальше »

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Bank of Russia: Crypto is now legal, but do not buy it unless...

For a long time, Russia treated cryptocurrency like the enemy. In 2022, the government tried to ban everything, from mining Bitcoin to trading it, fearing it would hurt the country’s financial sThe post Bank of Russia: Crypto is now legal, but do not buy it unless... appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Solana Eyes Massive 2026 Gains with US Bank USDC Settlement and Major Consensus Overhaul

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Sanctions push Russia toward a tighter, broader crypto rulebook

Russia’s central bank plans to let non-qualified investors buy the most liquid cryptocurrencies after passing a knowledge test, with annual purchases capped at 300,000 rubles ($3,800). дальше »

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Korean Investors Cashed Out This Year, BOK Says: Global Implications

The Bank of Korea’s latest Financial Stability Report reveals a significant behavioral shift among Korean crypto investors—from aggressive accumulation to strategic profit-taking, raising questions about the impact on global market dynamics. дальше »

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Russia Plans New Crypto Regulation for 2026

Russia’s central bank has unveiled a new crypto regulation framework set to take effect in 2026. The plan allows limited retail access, expands institutional participation, and keeps a ban on crypto payments—marking a sharp contrast with EU MiCA and evolving US rules. дальше »

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Russia’s central bank unveils new crypto rules to be adopted in 2026

Bank of Russia outlined a new framework intended to let retail and qualified investors buy crypto under defined tests and caps by 2027. дальше »

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Bitcoin May Stay Outside Central Bank Vaults, Billionaire Says

According to recent interviews, billionaire investor Ray Dalio has sharpened his caution about Bitcoin’s fit for official reserves while still recognizing its scarce nature. Related Reading: Before You Sell Bitcoin For Gold, Hear This Warning He said that Bitcoin carries money-like qualities because of its limited supply, but he drew a firm line over who should hold it on a balance sheet. дальше »

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Bitcoin still hasn't hit $100,000 when adjusted for inflation: Galaxy's Alex Thorn

The crypto merchant bank's head of research said bitcoin's price in 2020 dollar terms peaked out this year at $99,848. дальше »

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Bank of Russia unveils proposal to open crypto access to Russians

Retail crypto access in Russia may soon become a reality, but only under tight restrictions and government oversight. дальше »

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Russia Opens the Door to Bitcoin and Crypto for Retail Investors

Bitcoin Magazine Russia Opens the Door to Bitcoin and Crypto for Retail Investors Russia’s central bank has proposed new rules that would allow retail investors limited access to cryptocurrencies while granting professional investors broader rights. дальше »

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Russia’s central bank signals shift toward retail crypto access

Russia’s central bank has submitted draft that would allow non-qualified investors to purchase crypto, but only under strict conditions. дальше »

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Bank of Russia moves to open crypto access to retail investors

The move could boost crypto adoption in Russia, attracting foreign investment while balancing risk management and regulatory oversight. The post Bank of Russia moves to open crypto access to retail investors appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Bitcoin stalled at $90,000 because that “perfect” inflation report hides a massive data error

US inflation came in softer than expected, and the Fed delivered its third consecutive rate cut. The Bank of Japan raised rates for the first time in three decades without triggering a meltdown. On paper, the macro tape into year-end looks friendlier than it has in months. дальше »

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Ghana Approves Bill Legalizing Cryptocurrency

Ghana has formally legalized cryptocurrency trading under a new law that brings all digital asset activity under central bank control. The post Ghana Approves Bill Legalizing Cryptocurrency appeared first on Coinspeaker. дальше »

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JPMorgan weighs crypto trading for institutions amid growing demand

The largest U.S. bank is exploring spot and derivatives services for hedge funds and pensions as regulatory clarity improves, a person familiar with the matter told Bloomberg. дальше »

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Ghana passes law to legalize crypto trading, central bank governor says

Ghana legalizes cryptocurrency and gives its central bank authority to regulate and license providers to reduce fraud and systemic risks. дальше »

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Bitcoin Mining Could Be Strengthening The Ruble, Russian Central Bank Says

Bitcoin mining may be providing incremental support to the Russian ruble, Central Bank Governor Elvira Nabiullina said, while cautioning that the effect is difficult to measure because much of the sector still operates in a legal and reporting gray zone. дальше »

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Fed seeks input on account type attractive to crypto firms

The Federal Reserve is seeking public feedback on a new “payment account” that could give fintechs and crypto companies easier access to the central bank’s systems. дальше »

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Japan’s Rate Hike Goes Wrong: Yen Sinks—What It Means for Bitcoin

The Bank of Japan raised interest rates to their highest level in 30 years, yet the yen tumbled to record lows. The outcome is the exact opposite of what Japan intended. With the government now signaling possible intervention in the currency market, uncertainty is only growing. дальше »

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IMF Q2 2025 COFER Data Weakens Dedollarization Narratives Cited as Bullish Catalysts for Bitcoin

The US dollar’s global reserve share dropped to 56. 32% in Q2 2025, but 92% of that decline was driven by exchange-rate effects, not central bank portfolio changes. Currency adjustments show a marginal decline to just 57. дальше »

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Hundreds of Crypto Firms Slam US Bank’s Lobby to Prohibit Stablecoin Yields 

The stablecoin yield dispute has escalated into a direct appeal to Congress, with crypto leaders warning that reopening the law would undermine regulatory certainty. The post Hundreds of Crypto Firms Slam US Bank’s Lobby to Prohibit Stablecoin Yields  appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Best Crypto to Buy Now: DeepSnitch, Jupiter & HBAR Surge As Metaplanet Opens US Trading via Deutsche Bank ADR

Best crypto to buy now as Metaplanet launches US ADR trading via Deutsche Bank. Top picks include DeepSnitch AI, Jupiter, HBAR, Ethena, and INJ for December 2025. дальше »

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ECB Signals Digital Euro Readiness as Lagarde Calls It a Stability Anchor for Europe’s Financial System

Key Takeaways: The European Central Bank (ECB) says its technical work on the digital euro is largely complete, shifting the decision to EU lawmakers. ECB President Christine Lagarde frames the The post ECB Signals Digital Euro Readiness as Lagarde Calls It a Stability Anchor for Europe’s Financial System appeared first on CryptoNinjas. дальше »

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Bank of Japan rate hike to 0.75% tests global funding structures, Bitcoin stability

CryptoQuant data shows American investors sold Bitcoin following the Bank of Japan's interest rate announcement. дальше »

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Japan’s rate hike ends the ‘free money’ era and puts Bitcoin on notice

The Bank of Japan tightened policy on Dec. 18, lifting its benchmark rate to 0. 75%, the highest since 1995. Governor Kazuo Ueda framed the move as a formal break with the “ultra-accommodative” regime that has helped fuel global risk-taking for decades. дальше »

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Crypto Biz: Bank stablecoins get a rulebook; Bitcoin gets a land grab

FDIC reveals a path for bank-issued stablecoins under the GENIUS Act as corporate BTC treasuries expand, Anchorage buys Securitize’s RIA arm and Bhutan taps reserves. дальше »

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Galaxy predicts stablecoins will overtake ACH transaction volume in 2026

In its annual predictions report, Galaxy’s analysts said onchain dollar transfers could process more volume next year than the US bank system that handles payroll and bill payments. дальше »

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Bitcoin gets 'base case' price target of $143,000 at Citigroup

The Wall Street bank said its bitcoin forecast relies on further crypto ETF inflows and a continued rally in traditional equity markets. дальше »

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Crypto market rally at risk as top Fed official warns on interest rates

The crypto market rose slightly today, Dec. 19, as investors bought the dip following the Bank of Japan's interest rate hike and the U.S. release of encouraging consumer inflation data. дальше »

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Federal Reserve moves toward narrower, crypto-driven take on master accounts

The U.S. central bank has been mulling the idea of a "skinny" version of master accounts for firms that want payments access without the deeper Fed demands. дальше »

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ECB eyes onchain settlements next year as lawmakers weigh digital euro privacy

The European Central Bank plans to enable DLT transactions in 2026 as it prepares for the digital euro issuance and lawmakers establish rules on privacy. дальше »

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Citi is still a believer in crypto stocks despite bitcoin being rocked to end the year

Circle remains the bank's top pick in the sector, with Bullish and Coinbase following. дальше »

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Japan Tightens, America Eases: Which Central Bank Really Moves Markets Now? | US Crypto News

Welcome to the US Crypto News Morning Briefing—your essential rundown of the most important developments in crypto for the day ahead. Grab a coffee because today’s Morning Briefing isn’t just about interest rates. дальше »

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Wall Street bank JPMorgan says stablecoin market could grow to $600 billion by 2028

The bank said stablecoin growth is still mostly driven by crypto trading, and rising payments use may boost velocity more than supply. дальше »

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Bitcoin Price Will Jump to $143,000 Next Year, Says Citi Bank

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Will Jump to $143,000 Next Year, Says Citi Bank Citi forecast that the bitcoin price could reach $143,000 over the next year, with a bullish case above $189,000 and a bearish scenario near $78,500. дальше »

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Ethereum Price Soars 4% As Weaker US CPI Boosts Sentiment Despite Bank Of Japan Rate Hike

The Ethereum price has surged 4% in the past 24 hours to trade at $2,947 as of 4:00 a.m. EST on a 41% surge in [...] дальше »

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Coinbase faces €21.5m AML fine as Irish watchdog flags ‘ineffective’ TMS

Ireland fined Coinbase Europe €21.5m after data issues left €173b in transactions unmonitored, with failures undisclosed during its VASP registration and now forcing an exit to Luxembourg. The Central Bank of Ireland fined Coinbase Europe €21.5 million ($25 million) for… дальше »

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Crypto Markets Today: Bitcoin rallies on Japan rate hike as futures traders pile in

BTC rose to $88,000 after the Bank of Japan raised interest rates. The increase, seen as a potential risk-off trigger, failed to spark a flight into the yen. дальше »

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Bitcoin slides after BOJ’s 75bps rate hike - Is BTC's $80k at risk?

If history is any guide, the crypto market may be staring at a major bearish catalyst. The Bank of Japan (BOJ) has officially hiked interest rates by 75 bps, making it its largest increase in over 30 The post Bitcoin slides after BOJ’s 75bps rate hike - Is BTC's $80k at risk? appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Crypto breaks higher as BOJ decision clears a macro overhang

Japan’s 10-year government bond yield briefly touched 2% for the first time since 2006 after the central bank lifted its benchmark rate. дальше »

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Bitcoin jumps above $87,000, yen slides as Bank of Japan hikes interest rates

The Bank of Japan raised its short-term policy rate by 25 basis points to 0.75%, the highest in nearly 30 years. дальше »

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Fold Launches Nationwide Bitcoin Services Across All 50 States With BitGo

Bitcoin Magazine Fold Launches Nationwide Bitcoin Services Across All 50 States With BitGo Fold now offers Bitcoin services nationwide via its partnership with federally chartered BitGo Bank & Trust. дальше »

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Will Bitcoin price rise or fall after the BoJ rate decision on Dec. 19?

The Bitcoin price has remained on edge this week as investors await the Bank of Japan's interest rate decision scheduled for Dec. 19. дальше »

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Bitcoin Falls Below $85,000 as Altcoins Decline and Assessing Digitap’s ($TAP) Payment Utility in 2026

Bitcoin (BTC) plunged below $85,000 overnight, triggering a market-wide liquidation. This sudden drop came as investors anticipated interest hikes from the Bank of Japan this week. With the top 10 The post Bitcoin Falls Below $85,000 as Altcoins Decline and Assessing Digitap’s ($TAP) Payment Utility in 2026 appeared first on CryptoNinjas. дальше »

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Norway’s $2T fund just backed Metaplanet - What's happening?

Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM), the manager of Norway’s $2 trillion sovereign wealth fund, has made a bold investment move. Metaplanet, the Tokyo-listed firm often dubbed "Asia’s StraThe post Norway’s $2T fund just backed Metaplanet - What's happening? appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Robinhood looks better placed than Coinbase for prediction-market upside, Mizuho says

Robinhood stands to gain more from prediction markets than Coinbase as users plan to deploy fresh capital rather than sell existing crypto, the bank said. дальше »

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Macquarie sees U.S. Senate near crypto deal as market structure, GENIUS rules advance

The bank said bipartisan Senate talks on market structure legislation and parallel GENIUS Act rulemaking could deliver a workable U.S. crypto framework by early 2026. дальше »

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XRP vs. Digitap ($TAP): Comparing Market Conditions and Token Models Heading Into 2025

XRP enters December under renewed macro pressure, with Japan’s central bank expected to lift rates to a 30-year high. Historically, tightening from the Bank of Japan drains global risk liquidity, The post XRP vs. дальше »

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