Visa rolls out USDC settlement in the US, advancing blockchain-based payments

Key Takeaways Visa now allows US institutions to settle transactions in USDC over Solana. With this rollout, the company aims to improve treasury efficiency, liquidity timing, and operational resilience for banks and fintech partners. Share this article Visa is bringing USDC settlement to American issuers and acquirers, extending its stablecoin capabilities into core institutional settlement…

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[LIVE] Crypto News Today, December 16 – Bitcoin Falls Below $86K Amid Extreme Fear and Significant Liquidations – Next Crypto To Explode?

Another day, another red Bitcoin candle. Why is crypto crashing? Liquidations have exceeded $658 million in the last 24 hours, primarily affecting optimistic positions, intensifying the downward move amid thinner, year-end trading volumes. This deleveraging process appears driven by efforts to scale back excessive borrowing built up during recent rallies, leading to cascading sales as…

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Paradex rolls out Privacy Perps with enhanced end-to-end data privacy

Key Takeaways Paradex launched Privacy Perps, enhancing account and position privacy through encryption and authenticated RPCs. Decryption keys are managed by the Paradex Privacy Council, allowing secure state recovery if needed. Share this article Paradex has launched privacy-preserving perpetuals on mainnet, marking a major shift toward CEX-style privacy in a self-custodial model. The new system…

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Crypto Market News Today, December 16: Grayscale Bitcoin Price Prediction as Bearish Price Clings | Fear but Oversold

Grayscale analysts believe that Bitcoin price can reach a new all-time high in the first half of 2026, even though current conditions feel uncomfortable. Bitcoin price has just dumped to $86,000, sentiment is deeply negative, and fear has stretched into the longest fear streak on record. Market Cap 24h 7d 30d 1y All Time However,…

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XRP ETF assets surpass $1b with continued inflows; XRP holders could earn up to $15,000 daily

Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. XRP’s spot ETF has crossed $1b in assets, signaling rising institutional interest and reshaping how investors approach long-term XRP exposure. Summary XRP ETF net assets exceed $1B, with inflows nearing $991M and projections topping…

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Gemini debuts predictions market in all US states

Key Takeaways Gemini has launched a predictions market platform available in all 50 US states with no trading fees for a limited time. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission approved Gemini’s entry into prediction markets, signaling increased regulatory support for crypto-related derivatives. Share this article Gemini has officially rolled out its predictions market platform, joining a…

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Bubblemaps Mocks Soulja Boy’s Apology, Calls Out Repeat Offender Behavior in Crypto Promotions

Despite claiming ignorance of Sahil Arora’s involvement, the community remains skeptical regarding Soulja Boy’s meme coin promotions. American rapper and record producer, DeAndre Cortez Way, known professionally as “Soulja Boy,” is once again in the spotlight over his past involvement in crypto and NFT promotions. This time, he is at the receiving end of…

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