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Flow blockchain suffers December 2025 private‑key exploit and $3.9M loss
A December 2025 exploit on Flow’s proxy contract drained about $3.9 million and triggered a ~45% plunge in the FLOW token, prompting debate over rollbacks and resilience in DeFi ecosystems. The incident highlighted execution‑layer vulnerabilities and renewed calls for institutional‑grade security and greater transparency from projects
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Coinbase: three themes will dominate crypto in 2026
Coinbase Institutional outlined three areas expected to shape crypto markets in 2026 as structural shifts change trading, risk and real‑world adoption patterns. The note frames the next phase as one driven by product evolution and institutional participation, signaling how firms should position trading and custody services
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Bitcoin flash crash to $24,000 on Binance’s BTC/USD1 pair over Christmas
A Christmas‑period flash crash briefly showed BTC at $24,000 on Binance’s BTC/USD1 trading pair after liquidity imbalances; prices on larger pairs like BTC/USDT stayed near ~$86,400, and the move was linked to heavy activity in the USD1 stablecoin market. The episode renewed interest in self‑custody and raised questions about exchange pair liquidity and stablecoin peg stability
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Major banks pursue blockchain and AI to expand margins
Analysis reports that large banks (e.g., JPMorgan, Capital One, RBC) are integrating blockchain and AI to drive operational efficiency and potential valuation re‑rating, with examples of margin improvements and multi‑billion technology investments. Analysts caution execution risk despite attractive margin upside from tech adoption
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Avalanche Foundation pursues $1B institutional capital via US treasury structures
The Avalanche Foundation is reportedly pursuing two $500 million deals to create dedicated AVAX treasury companies in the U.S., aiming to attract up to $1 billion in institutional capital for AVAX exposure. The move would deepen institutional avenues for on‑chain treasury management and corporate crypto allocations
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2025 review: crypto industry saw ETP approvals, bank transformations and tighter regulation
Industry retrospectives note 2025 milestones including SEC approval of spot crypto ETP common listing standards, Circle and Ripple moving toward national trust bank structures, and accelerated convergence between crypto and traditional finance. The report also emphasizes a year marked by major hacks, macro shocks, and a regulatory tightening that reshaped market structure
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Corporate bitcoin treasuries face year‑end pain as prices plunged
Companies that accumulated bitcoin for treasury purposes saw share‑price fallout after a year‑end crypto plunge, with some firms selling holdings to meet obligations and analysts warning of contagion risk within the crypto sector. The coverage highlights that corporate bitcoin strategies can backfire without liquidity planning and risk controls
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Debate over GENIUS Act revival draws Coinbase criticism
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong warned that reopening the GENIUS Act would be a ‘red line’, accusing banks of political pressure—underscoring ongoing industry tensions over regulatory frameworks and lobbying around crypto banking rules. Armstrong’s comments signal potential industry pushback if legislators revisit previously negotiated measures
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Solana reports record revenue in 2025, positioning as industry leader
Reports indicate Solana achieved record revenue in 2025, reinforcing its status among high‑throughput chains and strengthening its competitive position in areas like DeFi and NFTs. The milestone is cited as evidence of developer and commercial traction despite broader market volatility
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Industry sees rising focus on stablecoins for payments and settlement
Coverage of 2025 notes stablecoins evolving from trading tools to payment and settlement infrastructure, with firms such as Klarna launching USD stablecoins and Circle pursuing IPO and bank transformation paths. Regulators and market participants are increasingly focused on stablecoin design, oversight and systemic implications
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