Following the release of Netflix’s “Squid Game” Season 2, Squid Game-themed tokens flooded the crypto market, raising concerns about scams. Blockchain security firm PeckShield flagged fraudulent tokens on Ethereum’s Base and Solana, warning of potential rug pulls. Similar scams occurred in 2021, with the infamous ‘SQUID’ token rug pull. Stay cautious—crypto scams cost the industry $2.3B in 2024. 🚨 #SquidGame #Crypto #Scams #Blockchain #PeckShield

Floki DAO unanimously approved using 16.3B tokens from a community buyback wallet as liquidity for its upcoming ETP, set to launch on Switzerland’s SIX Swiss Exchange in Q1 2025. This makes Floki the second meme coin, after Dogecoin, to list on a regulated stock exchange. The move aims to boost institutional and retail adoption in Europe, following Floki’s recent milestones like launching a debit card and a crypto education platform. 🚀 #Floki #FLOKI #ETP #Crypto #MemeCoin

Tangem, a crypto wallet provider, recently fixed a critical security bug in its mobile app that inadvertently collected users’ private keys during email interactions. The issue, flagged by Reddit users, exposed keys in email histories and app logs. Tangem confirmed the bug affected users who generated a seed phrase and contacted support, deleting all compromised logs. Despite the fix, users criticized Tangem for downplaying the issue and failing to announce it on social media. Update your app immediately to stay secure. 🔒 #Tangem #Crypto #Security #Blockchain #Wallet

James Butterfill, CoinShares’ head of research, predicts Bitcoin could peak at $150,000 and correct to $80,000 in 2025. While $250,000 is a long-term goal, BTC’s current 10% of gold’s market value suggests gradual growth. Pro-crypto policies and institutional adoption remain key drivers. Other firms like Bitwise and VanEck forecast even higher valuations, with BTC potentially reaching $200,000 by 2025 and $3M by 2050. 🚀 #Bitcoin #BTC #Crypto #Investing #Blockchain

NFT sales reached $8.8B in 2024, a slight 1.1% increase from 2023. Ethereum and Bitcoin led with $3.1B each, while Solana recorded $1.4B. Despite a seven-month downturn, the market rebounded in Q4, with December hitting $877M in sales. Challenges like oversaturation and declining speculative interest persist, but utility-driven applications are emerging. 🚀 #NFT #Ethereum #Bitcoin #Solana #Crypto

Despite the FCA’s crackdown on illegal crypto ads in the UK, only 54% of 1,702 alerts led to removals between October 2023 and October 2024. The regulator warned of penalties, including fines and imprisonment, but no enforcement actions have been taken yet. With crypto promotions requiring FCA authorization, noncompliance remains high. The FCA aims to finalize crypto regulations by Q1 2026, focusing on market abuse, trading platforms, lending, and stablecoins. 🚨 #Crypto #FCA #UK #Regulation #Blockchain

Ethereum (ETH) is up 3%, showing signs of recovery as 2024 ends. Key indicators like RSI (56.2) and DMI (+DI above -DI) suggest bullish momentum is building, with ETH nearing critical resistance at $3,523. A breakout could push it toward $3,827-$3,987, while failure to hold $3,300 support may lead to declines toward $3,218-$3,096. 📈 #Ethereum #ETH #Crypto #Trading #Blockchain

Ethereum (ETH) is up 3%, showing signs of recovery as 2024 ends. Key indicators like RSI (56.2) and DMI (+DI above -DI) suggest bullish momentum is building, with ETH nearing critical resistance at $3,523. A breakout could push it toward $3,827-$3,987, while failure to hold $3,300 support may lead to declines toward $3,218-$3,096. 📈 #Ethereum #ETH #Crypto #Trading #Blockchain

Binance Labs announces a rebrand, signaling a broader investment strategy for 2025. With a focus on Biotech, AI, and crypto projects with strong fundamentals, the firm plans to expand beyond primary market deals to include secondary and OTC markets. Binance Labs, known for its chain-agnostic approach, aims to support sustainable projects across emerging sectors. Former CEO CZ’s return adds further momentum to its ambitious plans. 🚀 #BinanceLabs #Crypto #AI #Biotech #Blockchain

VIRTUAL, the token from AI agent platform Virtuals Protocol, hit a new all-time high of $4, capping a strong bull run in December 2024. Despite market liquidations, Virtuals Protocol surged due to rising demand for AI agents. As the platform celebrates its one-year anniversary, it sets ambitious goals for 2025, aiming to transform the AI agent ecosystem by attracting top builders, investors, and tech infrastructure. With AI agents emerging as a major crypto trend, Virtuals Protocol is poised for growth. 🚀 #VirtualsProtocol #AI #Crypto #VIRTUAL #Blockchain

Switzerland is considering adding Bitcoin to its national reserves, joining a global trend of countries exploring BTC as a strategic asset. A new proposal calls for the Swiss National Bank (SNB) to hold Bitcoin alongside its $27B gold reserves. If 100,000 signatures are gathered by June 2025, the Swiss Federal Assembly will evaluate the initiative. This move could solidify Switzerland’s role as a crypto innovation leader. 🌍 #Bitcoin #Switzerland #SNB #Crypto #Reserves

FalconX is in talks to acquire crypto derivatives startup Arbelos Markets, signaling a strategic move into the growing derivatives space. After a record quarter in October 2024, FalconX CEO Raghu Yarlagadda predicts a “wave of consolidation” in 2025. The deal, expected to close soon, will involve cash and shares. FalconX, a CFTC-registered crypto swap dealer, aims to strengthen its position in the institutional crypto market. 🚀 #FalconX #Arbelos #Crypto #Derivatives #Acquisition

Montenegro has approved the extradition of Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon to the US, where he faces fraud charges tied to the $40B collapse of TerraUSD in 2022. The decision resolves a standoff between US and South Korean extradition requests. Kwon, arrested in 2023 for using fake passports, will now face trial in the US, similar to FTX’s Sam Bankman-Fried. Terraform Labs settled with the SEC for $4.47B in June 2024. 🚨 #DoKwon #TerraUSD #Crypto #Extradition #SEC

Hedera (HBAR) faces a 4% drop amid a potential death cross, signaling further decline. Indicators show weak trend strength, with bearish momentum slightly dominant. Ichimoku Cloud confirms bearish pressure, suggesting HBAR may test $0.233 support. A reversal could push it toward $0.31 resistance. Stay cautious as market direction remains uncertain. 📉 #Hedera #HBAR #Crypto #Trading #Ichimoku

Tether transfers 7,629 BTC ($700M) to its Bitcoin reserve, marking its largest addition since March 2024. With 82,983 BTC ($7.6B) now in reserves, Tether continues diversifying its holdings, allocating 15% of profits to Bitcoin. Despite MiCA regulatory challenges in the EU and competition from Ripple’s RLUSD and Circle’s USDC, Tether remains a stablecoin leader, backed by $102B in US Treasuries. 🚀 #Tether #Bitcoin #Stablecoins #Crypto #MiCA

Crypto airdrops are heating up in January 2025! Here are the top opportunities:

1️⃣ **Midas Yielder**: Earn GM Points via Telegram games & tasks. Backed by Coinbase Ventures, it’s a Q1 2025 gem.

2️⃣ **Sentient AI**: Grab SETAI tokens by engaging with its AI platform. Already listed on MEXC with $1.5M funding.

3️⃣ **DeBank**: DeFi users can earn XP points for potential token rewards. Supported by Coinbase & Circle.

4️⃣ **OpenLoop**: Share bandwidth & complete tasks for points ahead of its 2025 mainnet launch.

Don’t miss Jupiter’s $580M ‘Jupuary’ airdrop too! Stay active and maximize rewards. 🚀 #Crypto #Airdrops #DeFi #Web3 #Blockchain

BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF ‘IBIT’ is being hailed as the “Greatest Launch in ETF History” after its record-breaking rise in 2024. IBIT outpaced not only competing Bitcoin ETFs but also decades-old global ETFs, becoming the fastest to reach key milestones. With $112M in annual revenue and over $425M in options sales on its first day, BlackRock has solidified its position as a leading Bitcoin holder. Analysts call its growth unprecedented. 🚀 #Bitcoin #ETF #BlackRock #IBIT #Crypto

Grayscale Research predicts smart contracts will dominate in Q1 2025, calling it the most competitive crypto sector. Despite Ethereum’s ETF and upgrades, Solana, Sui, and TON gained market share. Tokenization and DePin also show strong potential. Grayscale’s Top 20 list highlights key DeFi/Web3 assets, emphasizing network fee revenue as a value driver. With crypto’s Q4 2024 success, the firm remains bullish on the industry’s future. 🚀 #Crypto #SmartContracts #Grayscale #DeFi #Tokenization

Wallets linked to the infamous ‘Blockchain Bandit’ are active again after 5+ years of dormancy. Crypto investigator ZachXBT reports the attacker consolidated 51,000 ETH ($172M+) from 10 wallets into a single multi-sig wallet. Known for exploiting weak private keys, the Bandit stole over 50,000 ETH from 10,000+ wallets in 2018. Today’s move could signal plans for large transactions, liquidation, or further exploits. Stay vigilant. 🚨 #Crypto #BlockchainBandit #Ethereum #ZachXBT #CyberSecurity

MoonPay secures MiCA approval, becoming one of the first companies to operate under the EU’s new crypto regulation. Issued by Dutch regulator AFM, this license allows MoonPay to expand its fiat-to-crypto services across Europe. CEO Ivan Soto-Wright calls it a pivotal step for crypto’s role in the global economy. With MiCA now in effect, MoonPay aims to lead Europe’s digital assets market. 🚀 #Crypto #MiCA #MoonPay #Blockchain #EU