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🇯🇴 The Jordanian government has approved a plan to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework for digital assets within a year. This initiative aims to align Jordan's regulations with global standards and promote a robust digital economy. Prime Minister Jafar Hassan chaired the meeting that led to this decision. 📜 The government has directed the Jordan Securities Commission (JSC) to outline requirements for entities involved in virtual assets. The commission is tasked with developing a legal and technical infrastructure for licensing and regulating global trading platforms. A JSC study emphasized the importance of a framework focused on combating financial crimes. 🔗 This move comes a month after Jordan approved its blockchain policy, which aligns with its Economic Modernization Vision. This vision aims to enhance service sectors, support national development, and increase service exports. Jordan believes that leveraging blockchain technology can boost citizens' confidence in government services. 🌍 Through this regulatory framework, Jordan aims to improve its competitiveness in regional and global markets while creating opportunities for local entrepreneurs. A ministerial committee has been established to address potential challenges and oversee the regulatory process. The committee will be chaired by the minister of digital economy and entrepreneurship and will include officials from the JSC, the central bank, and the National Cybersecurity Center.

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🚀 President Donald Trump has pledged his full support for bitcoin, aiming to surpass China and elevate the cryptocurrency to new heights. This commitment was shared by David Bailey, a cryptocurrency policy aide for Trump's campaign, who expressed gratitude for the Trump administration's backing of the crypto sector. 💬 During a conversation with Bailey, Trump emphasized his dedication to creating a pro-crypto environment and recognized the innovative contributions of the bitcoin community. Bailey relayed Trump's message: He said he’s with us 100%, we’re going to send bitcoin to much greater heights, and we’re going to outcompete China and other countries that want to take it from us. 🔄 This marks a significant shift in Trump's attitude towards cryptocurrencies. Previously, he was skeptical, describing bitcoin as volatile and unregulated. However, during his 2024 presidential campaign, he embraced the crypto community by accepting digital asset donations and proposing a federal “bitcoin stockpile” to strengthen the nation's financial position. 📈 The Trump administration's pro-crypto initiatives have already impacted the market, with bitcoin's price soaring past $109,000 ahead of Trump's inauguration due to expectations of favorable policies. Proposed measures include establishing a U.S. crypto stockpile, implementing supportive regulations, and appointing a crypto “czar” to oversee industry development. 🤝 Bailey, a key advocate for bitcoin in politics, has previously revealed that Trump is interested in bitcoin's potential to address the $35 trillion national debt. He has engaged with Trump on multiple occasions to discuss how BTC can enhance U.S. global competitiveness and tackle economic challenges. This aligns with a broader effort to elect pro-bitcoin leaders and integrate cryptocurrency into mainstream economic and political policies.

🌍 Chris Maurice, CEO of Yellow Card, believes that the recent shift towards a crypto-friendly government in the U.S. will encourage African regulators to establish their own rules for the cryptocurrency sector. He noted that this change in attitude from regulators and traditional banks gives his company optimism about the future of crypto in Africa. 📝 These comments come in the wake of U.S. President Donald Trump signing an executive order aimed at strengthening America's position in digital asset innovation and blockchain technology. The order mandates U.S. agencies to reassess existing regulations related to digital assets and propose updates within 60 days. 📈 Maurice's remarks were made shortly after the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced the formation of a cryptocurrency task force. This task force is expected to assist the Commission in establishing clear regulatory guidelines and creating sensible disclosure frameworks. 🔄 The shift in America's approach to crypto under Trump is likely to impact African regulators, who often look to the U.S. for regulatory guidance. Maurice has noticed a change in sentiment among traditional banks since Trump's election, stating, We’re having conversations with banks and other major financial institutions that a couple of months ago, they didn’t want to hear about crypto... Now these guys are calling us, they’re interested. 🇳🇬 Meanwhile, Maurice expressed hope for Yellow Card's approval to operate from Nigeria’s securities regulator. In August 2024, Nigerian authorities granted permission to local digital asset exchanges Busha and Quidax to operate, with more licenses expected to be issued in 2025. 💪 Regarding the increasing use of cryptocurrencies in Africa, particularly stablecoins, Maurice suggested that the "Trump effect" will help African countries maintain their lead in the crypto market.

📄 Rex Shares and Osprey Funds have filed with the SEC for seven crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs), including one that will feature the newly launched TRUMP memecoin. This was reported by Bloomberg ETF Analyst James Seyffart. The application also seeks to establish ETFs for Dogecoin (DOGE) and Bonk (BONK). 🚀 The TRUMP memecoin was launched recently and quickly reached a market capitalization of $14.5 billion before dropping by about 50% prior to Donald Trump’s inauguration. There are concerns about the SEC's approval of this volatile asset, especially since Trump-affiliated entities hold 80% of its supply. 🧑‍⚖️ The SEC's temporary chairman, Mark Uyeda, was appointed by Trump until Paul Atkins is confirmed for the permanent position. This situation might influence the decision on the TRUMP ETF. 🐶 Dogecoin, launched in 2013, is considered the original memecoin with a market cap of approximately $56 billion. Bonk, a newer entrant from 2022 on the Solana blockchain, has a market cap of about $2.5 billion. At the time of reporting, TRUMP had fallen by 18.5% in the last 24 hours, while DOGE and BONK saw increases of 3% and 8% respectively. 💬 Other cryptocurrencies included in the filing are bitcoin (BTC), ether (ETH), Ripple’s XRP, and solana (SOL). Attempts to reach Rex Shares and Osprey Funds for comments were unsuccessful at the time of publication.

📉 As the global cryptocurrency market reaches a staggering $3.59 trillion, ethereum (ETH), the second-largest digital asset, has faced significant challenges. Over the past six months, its performance has lagged behind its competitors, leaving investors feeling disappointed. 💔 Recent reports indicate that major ethereum holders, known as whales, have transferred large sums to exchanges like Kraken and Coinbase, suggesting potential market shifts. A notable comment on X from the account Autism Capital sarcastically questioned: Does ethereum ever do anything? 📉 Since the beginning of the year, ETH has decreased by 1.92%, and in the last 30 days, it has fallen 9.78%. This has sparked humor on social media, with one user sharing a GIF of an elderly man with young women, captioned: Me when ethereum hits $5,000 in 2060. Critics are voicing concerns about ETH's challenges, especially amidst significant changes within the Ethereum Foundation. 🗣 Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently shared his views on these changes. In response, one commenter suggested: I would add that EF should focus on accelerating innovation to make Ethereum as cheap as possible without compromising security or overly complicating the system. Critics argue that Solana (SOL) is surpassing ETH due to its better scalability and lower transaction fees. 🚀 Following Donald Trump’s launch of a meme coin on Solana, the network’s token SOL surpassed its previous all-time high, reflecting bitcoin’s recent success. In contrast, ETH has not yet reached its record peak from 2021. With a market cap of $123 billion, SOL is closing the gap with ETH, as is XRP, which is trailing closely behind. Additionally, ETH’s share of the crypto market has been steadily declining, dropping 36% over the past six months.

🌟 Ripple is expressing confidence in its legal standing as the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) faces criticism for its enforcement-heavy policies. Ripple's General Counsel, Stuart Alderoty, criticized SEC Chairman Gary Gensler for his regulatory approach, stating, On January 20, Gensler’s war on crypto ends at the SEC... What a waste of time and taxpayer dollars! He emphasized Ripple's confidence in its position and its eagerness to work with new SEC leadership to resolve ongoing legal matters. 📄 The SEC recently filed its opening brief in the appeal against Ripple Labs, reiterating arguments that have previously failed in court regarding the classification of XRP as a security. Alderoty remarked, As expected, the SEC’s appeal brief is a rehash of already failed arguments –and likely to be abandoned by the next administration. He added, A new era of pro-innovation regulation is coming, and Ripple is thriving. 🗣 Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse also criticized Gensler’s enforcement-driven approach, stating, Gensler, very much on brand — completely dismissive of the 2024 election and the American public — fully commits to his failed ‘regulation-by-enforcement’ agenda to the bitter, bitter end. Sad. This sentiment reflects a growing dissatisfaction among crypto advocates regarding the SEC's reliance on enforcement rather than establishing clear regulatory frameworks. 🔄 Speculation about potential shifts in crypto policy has increased with Gensler’s anticipated resignation coinciding with Donald Trump’s inauguration as president on January 20. Trump has shown increasing support for bitcoin and has nominated individuals with pro-crypto views, suggesting a leadership shift that may be more favorable to the digital asset industry. Many in the crypto community see this transition as an opportunity for clearer and more constructive regulations, contrasting with Gensler’s contentious tenure.

📈 As of January 12, 2025, bitcoin's price hovers around $95,000, with market participants actively engaging in prediction platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket. A recent wager on Polymarket indicates a 12% chance that bitcoin could rise to $120,000 by the end of the month. 🐍 Looking ahead to 2025, expectations are elevated. This year, according to the Chinese Zodiac, symbolizes growth and strategic foresight. A notable strategy under consideration is whether President-elect Donald Trump will establish a national strategic bitcoin reserve for the United States. Some experts suggest that Trump's inauguration could trigger a bullish movement for BTC, potentially driving its value to new heights. 📊 On Kalshi, there is a long-term bet regarding bitcoin's potential peak value before 2026. Currently, there is a 59% probability that its price will reach $125,000 or higher. Thirty-five percent of bettors anticipate it will exceed $150,000, while 29% predict it will surpass $160,000. This particular wager on Kalshi is valued at $133,000. Meanwhile, a more immediate wager on Polymarket regarding bitcoin's price in January has seen approximately $6.2 million in activity. 💰 The leading prediction for January is $90,000 with a 61% probability, followed by $105,000 at 41%. Other predictions include $110,000 at 26% and $80,000 at 16%. The odds for $120,000 stand at 12%, while $130,000 has a 4% chance. More extravagant predictions like $200,000 have a slim 1% chance, with $150,000 and $140,000 holding odds of around 2% and 3% respectively. 📅 Another wager on Polymarket about bitcoin's price by March 31 has gathered about $1 million in volume. Here, $90,000 leads predictions at 76%, followed by a 64% chance for $110,000. Other predictions include $80,000 at 47%, $120,000 at 43%, and $130,000 at 28%. There is also a 13% likelihood for $150,000 and a 7% chance for $200,000.

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🤝 Aptos, a layer one blockchain project, has partnered with Chainlink to improve decentralized application (dapp) development on its platform. This collaboration grants developers access to Chainlink's decentralized and tamper-proof data feeds, which are essential for creating secure and efficient applications. 📊 Chainlink's data feeds are supported by a decentralized network of nodes that provide high-quality, transparent, and Sybil-resistant data aggregation. This allows developers to utilize premium off-chain data sources while benefiting from a decentralized infrastructure that reduces the risk of single points of failure. The system's transparent design also enables real-time monitoring for user reliability. 🚀 Aptos is known for its scalability, operating on the Move programming language and a modular architecture. These features facilitate high-throughput and low-latency transactions. The blockchain's Block-STM engine further supports complex transactions while maintaining efficiency. 🗣 Bashar Lazaar, head of grants and ecosystem at Aptos Foundation, emphasized that integrating the Chainlink standard aligns with Aptos' vision for a scalable Web3 ecosystem. He stated, The Chainlink standard enables developers to access high-quality, tamper-proof data, which is vital for building secure applications. 🌐 This partnership strengthens Aptos' position as a platform for Web3 innovation. By adopting Chainlink's infrastructure, Aptos aims to provide developers with the necessary tools to create advanced decentralized solutions. This collaboration underscores the increasing demand for secure and verifiable data in the blockchain industry.

💡 The U.S. could accumulate up to 400,000 bitcoins in 2025, a move Devere Group predicts could trigger a massive bull run and reshape global markets. 📈 Bitcoin Bull Run of Epic Size Incoming? How US Accumulation Could Spark It Nigel Green, CEO of Devere Group, an independent financial advisory firm, is forecasting that the U.S. could accumulate between 300,000 and 400,000 bitcoins in 2025 as part of a strategic reserve, a move he believes could trigger a significant surge in BTC’s value. 🟢 Green’s prediction follows the introduction of Senator Cynthia Lummis’ Bitcoin Act of 2024, which proposes the acquisition of up to one million bitcoins over five years using Federal Reserve remittances. While the bill is still in its early stages and subject to political negotiations, Green remains confident that momentum from both retail and institutional investors could drive the U.S. to establish a substantial bitcoin reserve. He opined last week: The US will likely cement bitcoin as a cornerstone of its financial strategy, and this monumental decision will push bitcoin’s value to unprecedented levels. 🌐 The Devere boss framed the initiative as part of a broader geopolitical strategy, suggesting that the accumulation of bitcoin could enhance U.S. economic positioning. “This is more than an economic initiative; it’s a geopolitical masterstroke. With this reserve, the U.S. not only strengthens its position as a crypto powerhouse but also secures the dollar’s relevance in an increasingly digital global economy,” he explained. 💰 Although the full target of one million bitcoins may not materialize, Green believes the establishment of a reserve between 300,000 and 400,000 bitcoins would be enough to influence global markets. He stated: The creation of a reserve of 300,000 to 400,000 bitcoins would likely trigger a bitcoin bull run of epic proportions, driving exponential value creation and reshaping financial markets. 📜 While the Bitcoin Act remains under legislative consideration, Green views its introduction as indicative of a shift toward greater governmental acceptance of bitcoin. “As the Bitcoin Act progresses through the legislative process, it’s clear we’re entering a new financial era,” he concluded. Emphasizing the growing strategic importance of bitcoin, Green noted: “Bitcoin is no longer just a speculative asset. It is becoming a strategic tool for economic resilience and global competitiveness.”

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🚀 Crypto has announced that U.S. residents can now trade stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on its platform. This feature is being gradually rolled out in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Washington, and Arizona, with plans for nationwide expansion. 💼 The company aims to compete with platforms like Robinhood and Etoro by allowing users to diversify their portfolios. U.S. users, you can now add stocks and ETFs to your portfolio, the company stated on X. They also plan to offer commission-free trading and the ability to buy and sell fractional shares. 📊 Crypto has seen significant growth, increasing its user base from 10 million in early 2021 to 100 million by mid-2024. Before this move into stock trading, the platform offered various services including a crypto exchange, mobile app, non-custodial wallet, payment platform, and reloadable debit card. The company intends to progressively roll out this new feature across the U.S. in the coming days. 📱 Within the app, eligible users can find a newly added stocks tab. This aligns with Crypto's broader roadmap for 2025 to introduce more features. Recently, they also launched their first sports event trading product and established the Crypto Custody Trust Company to offer custody services to eligible institutions and high-net-worth clients in North America. 🗣️ Following the announcement, CEO Kris Marszalek expressed his excitement: First release of 2025 — we are rolling out Stocks and ETFs to U.S. users. Crypto is set to become the one place to grow all your wealth.

🎯 ECDSA Deprecation Raises Quantum Computing Concerns The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) announced plans to deprecate Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm (ECDSA) by 2030, sparking a renewed debate on making Bitcoin quantum-resistant. Some bitcoiners are urging the community to prepare for quantum computing threats, while others advocate a wait-and-see approach. 📜 Quantum Computing and Cryptographic Vulnerabilities Quantum computers, which use quantum mechanics to process data exponentially faster than traditional computers, pose risks to cryptographic systems like ECDSA and RSA (Rivest-Shamir-Adleman). These algorithms underpin Bitcoin’s digital signatures and privacy-centric systems in banking and communications. NIST’s report, published in November, highlights that “quantum-vulnerable” algorithms will be deprecated in 60 months, reigniting concerns about Bitcoin’s future security. 🗨 Community Reactions to Quantum Risks X user Bitcoin Isaiah warned: “I really don’t like seeing governments taking this seriously while so many bitcoiners are still shrugging it off. Better safe than sorry.” However, Adam Back, CEO of Blockstream, countered with a more measured response: “Bitcoin ECDSA and Schnorr are 128-bit, not 112, so they’re saying 2035, not 2030. It’s also defensive because government systems move slowly. Probably overkill.” Schnorr signatures, introduced in Bitcoin’s Taproot upgrade, provide a simpler and more efficient alternative to ECDSA, with a deprecation date of 2035 for 128-bit algorithms. 📊 Diverging Views on Quantum Threat Timelines While some dismiss concerns as “quantum FUD,” asserting that the risk of quantum computers compromising Bitcoin wallets is decades away, others remain skeptical. X user Marketwizard87 remarked: “If it’s being deprecated in five years, it’s vulnerable today.”

🚀 Ripple’s USD-backed stablecoin, Ripple USD (RLUSD), has officially launched on the regulated exchange Independent Reserve (IR) in Singapore. This marks a significant milestone as IR becomes the first exchange in the country to list RLUSD, solidifying its status as a key player in the digital asset market. 💡 The introduction of RLUSD enables IR’s clients to access a streamlined cross-border liquidity solution, facilitating global transactions with improved speed and lower costs. By leveraging RLUSD, users can enjoy faster and more economical international transfers, thanks to the stablecoin’s integration with the XRP Ledger and Ethereum networks. Pegged 1:1 to the U.S. dollar, RLUSD is designed for various applications, including payments and decentralized finance (DeFi). 🗣️ Lasanka Perera, CEO of Independent Reserve Singapore, emphasized the significance of this launch: The stablecoin market has seen tremendous growth in the past few years, showing that stablecoins have found their product-market fit. Stablecoins have proven to be a viable solution for facilitating payment transactions and supporting decentralized finance (DeFi). He added that RLUSD provides a compelling option for investors and financial institutions seeking efficient and secure capital movement. 🤝 Perera also highlighted the strong partnership between Independent Reserve and Ripple. He stated: As long-standing partners of Ripple, we are proud to be the first regulated exchange to offer Ripple USD in Singapore. Ripple’s decision to launch its stablecoin on IR reflects the strong trust and mutual support we have built over the years. 💱 Customers can trade RLUSD against Singapore dollars (SGD) or U.S. dollars (USD). The stablecoin is issued under the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) limited-purpose trust charter, known for its stringent regulatory standards. Ripple’s reserves backing RLUSD include USD fiat and cash equivalents like Treasury Bills, with monthly attestations provided by independent auditors.

💰 Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have experienced significant inflows over the past two weeks, indicating strong demand. According to data from Sosovalue, on December 11, bitcoin spot ETFs had a total net inflow of $223 million, marking ten consecutive days of inflows. The Fidelity ETF (FBTC) led with a net inflow of $122 million. Over this ten-day period, bitcoin ETFs saw a total net inflow of $4.29 billion, bringing total net assets to $113.72 billion, which represents 5.67% of bitcoin’s market capitalization. 📊 Ethereum ETFs also reported consistent inflows. On December 11, ethereum spot ETFs had a total net inflow of $102 million, marking the thirteenth consecutive day of inflows. The Blackrock ETF (ETHA) had the highest daily net inflow with $74.1 million. Over the thirteen-day period, ethereum ETFs recorded $1.95 billion in inflows and total net assets increased to $13.18 billion, representing 2.86% of ethereum’s market capitalization. 🏢 The growing interest from institutional investors in digital assets has played a significant role in this trend. Eric Balchunas, a senior ETF analyst for Bloomberg, highlighted the impact of ETFs on issuers’ total revenue in a recent post. The BTCW ETF contributed 95% to Wisdomtree’s revenue, followed by IBIT with 36.1% for Blackrock and BTCO with 28.3% for Invesco. 👀 The ongoing inflows into bitcoin and ethereum ETFs are being closely monitored by both institutional and retail investors. There is keen interest in whether these inflow trends will lead to sustained price performance and further adoption of cryptocurrencies.

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🌟 In November, Solana's decentralized applications (dapps) reached unprecedented revenue levels, totaling $365 million. This figure surpassed Solana's network revenue of $92 million and marked a significant milestone for the ecosystem. Notably, over 30 protocols generated more than $1 million in revenue, with Pumpfun, a memecoin launchpad, leading the way by becoming the first dapp to exceed $100 million in monthly revenue at $106 million. 💰 Raydium dominated the spot decentralized exchange (dex) revenue with a record $32 million, accounting for 86% of total spot dex revenue. Jupiter also set a new revenue record of $17 million driven by perpetual contracts, with Phantom being the top earner among its swap API partners. 📊 Year-to-date, memecoin dapps have led in revenue generation with over $500 million, followed by Telegram bots and spot dexs at $300 million and $141 million respectively. In the lending category, Kamino Finance topped the charts with an all-time high of $2.9 million from various sources including interest rate spreads and loan origination fees. 🔍 The primary driver of dapp revenue was decentralized finance (defi) applications which contributed 83.7% to the total. Other sectors such as wallets, infrastructure, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and gaming accounted for 9.6%, 3.4%, 2.2%, and 0.9% respectively. 🚀 November marked a period of significant growth for Solana's dapp ecosystem, with monthly trade volume on dexes exceeding $100 billion. Given these record-breaking figures, the Solana ecosystem is poised for continued expansion.

🔍 Matrixport, a comprehensive crypto financial services hub in Asia, has forecasted that Bitcoin will reach $160,000 by 2025. This prediction is detailed in their Bitcoin 2025 target report released on December 13. The report emphasizes the growing maturity of the cryptocurrency market, driven by institutional adoption, regulatory clarity, and expanding use cases. 📊 It highlights the significant gains that institutional investors have achieved through Bitcoin ETFs, which may encourage further investments in 2025. Matrixport anticipates that Bitcoin and the wider cryptocurrency market will exceed the crucial 8% adoption milestone by 2025. Historical trends indicate that technologies like smartphones and social media that surpass this threshold often experience exponential growth due to network effects and increased accessibility. 🔒 The report also suggests that the increasing number of dip buyers and institutional support for Bitcoin reduces the chances of severe market corrections, such as the -80% drawdowns seen in previous cycles. Matrixport states, Our projections indicate that bitcoin could reach $160,000 in 2025, representing a +60% upside. This target aligns with the sustained demand for Bitcoin ETFs, the evolution of the macroeconomic environment, and the expanding global liquidity pool. 📉 Additionally, the report points out that current market indicators, like the greed and fear index, suggest that the ongoing consolidation phase may be shorter than in the past. With funding rates normalizing and market conditions stabilizing, the stage is set for a potential upward rally. 🌟 In conclusion, Matrixport maintains a bullish outlook for Bitcoin in 2025. They cite its proven resilience, its role as an inflation hedge, and its integration into institutional portfolios as key factors that could lead to new all-time highs for Bitcoin and solidify its position in the global financial landscape.