The December market correction has led to a $17.7 billion drop in assets under management for crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs), with over $1 billion in outflows noted between Dec. 19 and 20. Despite this, digital asset funds recorded a positive net flow of $308 million for the week, driven primarily by Bitcoin, which attracted $375 million in inflows. While foreign markets faced significant outflows, the U.S. saw a notable influx, indicating a mixed sentiment in the digital asset landscape.
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has initiated legal action against Binance Australia Derivatives for allegedly misclassifying over 500 retail clients as wholesale investors, thereby denying them essential consumer protections. Meanwhile, Interpol has issued a Red Notice for Hex founder Richard Heart, wanted for alleged tax fraud and assault. In South Korea, lawmaker Kim Nam-kuk faces a six-month jail sentence for failing to report his full cryptocurrency holdings, reportedly concealing significant assets.
Usual, a decentralized stablecoin protocol, has secured $10M in a Series A funding round led by Binance Labs and Kraken Ventures, with participation from various notable investors. The protocol has surpassed $1.4B in Total Value Locked and ranks among the top 5 stablecoins, pioneering a new era for fiat-backed stablecoins by blending real-world asset security with DeFi's liquidity. With a community-first approach, Usual aims to expand its influence in both DeFi and CeFi, committing 90% of its token allocation to users.
Winna.com, a crypto-focused casino platform launched in summer 2024, has secured $15 million in seed funding to enhance its offerings and accelerate growth. With over 10,000 active players, the platform emphasizes privacy, trust, and provably fair gaming, featuring a diverse range of games and a commitment to fast payouts. CEO Paul Martens envisions transforming online gaming through innovative crypto games and an exceptional VIP program.
Chainlink has launched a Smart Value Recapture (SVR) solution aimed at helping DeFi protocols recapture maximal extractable value (MEV) from liquidations. Developed in collaboration with Aave, BGD Labs, and Flashbots, the SVR is designed to enhance efficiency by reducing third-party dependencies and integrating directly with Chainlink Price Feeds.Currently live on testnet, the SVR is expected to achieve a 40% recapture rate of leaked MEV. A governance proposal for its integration into Aave is underway, which could provide the protocol with a new revenue stream and bolster the economic sustainability of Chainlink oracles. Future enhancements may include greater decentralization and cross-chain capabilities.
Ethereum (ETH) is poised to break crucial resistance at $4,100, potentially reaching $8,000 by 2025, bolstered by strong ETF inflows, including $2.2 billion in late November. Despite a recent drop to $3,334, analysts predict a rally if ETH surpasses $3,420, with significant institutional interest in ETH ETFs. Predictions suggest ETH could hit $6,000 by Q4 2025 and $22,000 by 2030, with a potential rally anticipated in early 2025.
Novartis AG (NVS) stands out among European dividend stocks as payouts in the MSCI Europe index reached a record €407 billion in 2023, with projections of €433 billion in 2024. The dividend yield is expected to rise from 3.47% to 3.67%, significantly above long-term German government bonds. While banks lead in dividend growth, the pharmaceutical sector, including Novartis, is anticipated to see double-digit increases, despite potential risks from geopolitical tensions and inflation.
VeStation has completed a significant upgrade to its GM NFT, now at the Mercury level, which enhances $B3TR rewards by 120%. To celebrate, a 30,000 $B3TR prize pool has been introduced to incentivize early staking through the automated VeStation 3arn platform, promoting sustainability and hands-free governance. Participants can stake their tokens before the end of 2024 to qualify for rewards while contributing to a greener blockchain ecosystem.
DelveInsight's report on Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin-Structure Infections (ABSSSI) forecasts significant market growth by 2034, driven by rising prevalence and awareness. Key players include Glenmark Pharma and AbbVie, with therapies like Zevtera and Dalbavancin leading the charge. The report highlights a higher incidence in men and notes nearly 870,000 hospital admissions in the U.S. due to ABSSSI in 2004.
Bitcoin's average daily trading volume on centralized exchanges stands at $31 billion, significantly lower than the record highs of $40 billion seen earlier this year. Despite a recent price pullback from its all-time high of $108,364 to a local low of $92,100, the market sentiment remains cautiously optimistic, with key support at $95,000 crucial for maintaining bullish momentum. Analysts suggest that if Bitcoin can hold above this level, a push towards $100,000 could be on the horizon, while a drop below $92,000 may signal a deeper correction.
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