Q4 2024 marked the start of a new crypto bull market cycle, with most projects rallying to impressive gains. However, some cryptocurrencies outperformed others, led by strong momentum and favorable narratives, which could happen again in Q1 2025.

As it became known today, Turkey is introducing stricter anti-money laundering (AML) regulations related to cryptocurrency. In particular, from Feb. 25, 2025, users who carry out transactions over 15,000 Turkish Liras, equivalent to $425, will be required to provide their identification information to the country's cryptocurrency service providers.

XRP's recent rally has come to a halt after achieving highs near $3, leaving the market wondering what happens next. Amid the current uncertainty on the crypto market, XRP appears to be consolidating, particularly in its Bitcoin trading pair.

The crypto market is trading in the neutral zone today, according to CoinStats.

According to a Wednesday report by Israeli media outlet Calcalist, six Bitcoin-based mutual funds are on track to start trading in Israel after securing key regulatory approval.

The chief executive of the digital asset analytics firm CryptoQuant thinks a national strategic Bitcoin (BTC) reserve could offset US debt. Ki Young Ju tells his 389,600 followers on the social media platform X that $790 billion in realized capital inflows have ballooned Bitcoin's market cap to $2 trillion over the past 15 years.

Israel will launch six Bitcoin mutual funds on December 31, approved by the Israel Securities Authority.

A trend has formed where Ethereum (ETH) is still the leader in nominal value locked, but has a smaller share of the DeFi market as a whole.

U.S. spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) faced significant net outflows on Tuesday, totaling $338.4 million.

Some analysts underestimated the effect of the bull season and placed BTC below $100,000 at year's end, while others expected the asset to rally well above the price mark.

MicroStrategy boss Michael Saylor has published a regular daily tweet to endorse the world's flagship cryptocurrency Bitcoin, on which his company has made a big bet, investing billions of U.S. dollars of raised funds this year.

Russian companies have started using Bitcoin and other digital currencies for cross-border payments following new laws enabling such transactions.

At the dawn of 2025, Ethereum is poised to undergo a major transformation that could redefine its role within the crypto ecosystem. Following a lackluster performance in 2024, the signs of a resurgence are intensifying.

Russia's Finance Minister Anton Siluanov has announced that Russian companies have started using Bitcoin and other cryptos for international trade. “Such transactions are already occurring.

U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $1.52 billion in outflows over four days. Digital asset investment products saw $308 million in net inflows last week.

Eleven months and thirteen days ago, the U.S. welcomed its first spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) into the fold of traditional finance (tradfi). Since their debut, these ETFs have not only broken records but have also amassed more than a million bitcoins.

Bitcoin needs to reclaim old support to continue next leg up.

Russia has all legal tools to use digital financial assets and Bitcoin in foreign trade, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov said.

The holiday spirit failed to bring any stability to the crypto market, with Bitcoin seeing its price drop from $97,300 on Dec. 22 to $94,800 on Dec. 24. Christmas Day saw a slight recovery, but Bitcoin consolidated back to $98,000 as it met significant resistance above $99,000.

Will historical trends repeat and lift ETH in January and overall Q1 2025?

Russia is shaking things up. Faced with mounting sanctions and struggling trade routes, the country is turning to Bitcoin and other digital currencies. This move isn't just about innovation—it's survival. With sanctions squeezing traditional payment systems, Russia wants to keep trade alive, no matter what.

Several U.S. states, including Texas, Pennsylvania, and Ohio, have proposed creating Strategic Bitcoin Reserves to strengthen local economies as Bitcoin's value rises.

Recent charts of Ethereum have shown an interesting picture with analysts, keeping a close eye on what may be an inverse Head and Shoulders pattern. Looking at this formation over a longer period of time, it appears that Ethereum might be preparing for a big breakout.

Ether ETFs surpassed $2.5B in inflows, signaling optimism despite a 10% price drop and resistance at $3,500. Institutions like VanEck predict a $6,000 cycle top for Ether price during 2025.

Ether ETFs surpassed $2.5B in inflows, signaling optimism despite a 10% price drop and resistance at $3,500. Institutions like VanEck predict a $6,000 cycle top for Ether price during 2025.

Prominent trader Skew has expressed cautious optimism over the current trends amid the recent Bitcoin rally, claiming that the market appeared to favor bulls. The post Bitcoin Bullish Momentum Builds Amid Holiday Calm, Popular Trader Says appeared first on Cryptonews.

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Russia is shifting its focus towards Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies recently, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov confirmed. According to his recent statement, the Russian firms are already using BTC and other digital currencies for foreign trade after recent legislative changes.

Bitcoin's historical Christmas rallies align with halving cycles. BTC eyes $150K in 2025, but key resistance at $101K and support at $69K will define its next moves.

Bitcoin's price momentum has slowed, struggling to sustain the bullish energy generated in recent weeks. Currently priced at $98,166, the crypto king is hovering just below the psychological $100,000 resistance level.

Russia's use of crypto for trade may undermine Western sanctions, potentially reshaping global financial systems and regulatory approaches. The post Russia adopts Bitcoin, crypto assets for cross-border transactions, finance minister says appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Vitalik Buterin, Ethereum (ETH) cofounder, has shared insights into how artificial intelligence (AI) can scale and go mainstream. In a post on X, Buterin responded to a vital question by former Coinbase CTO Balaji Srinivasan on how to make an Internet of Artificial Intelligent Things.

Bitcoin climbed past $99,000 on Christmas day, driven by renewed optimism that energized the market. According to CryptoSlate's data, the leading digital asset gained over 5% in the last 24 hours, recovering from a weekly low of $92,973.

Although Bitcoin (BTC) price has crashed 15% from its ATH of $108,421.80, can it hit $250K before 2024 ends? The answer to the question posed in the title is a clear and resounding “No.

Investors are keeping close track of the Dogecoin price, as the meme coin has recorded a surge of nearly 5% today, after a volatile trading recently. Besides, several market experts have recently sparked speculations with their comments on DOGE ETF, with many anticipating a potential launch in 2025.

The crypto market experienced a genuine Christmas rally on December 25, 2024, with Bitcoin soaring to $98,000, resulting in an overall increase that added more than $100 billion to the market's total capitalization.

Could this signal a surprising shift in crypto dominance?

Bitcoin struggles below $100,000 amid holiday illiquidity, but analysts predict a rally above $105,000 post-Christmas, citing macro trends.

Bitcoin and Ethereum form bullish patterns after the short correction, while XRP remains in a favourable price trend, awaiting its next breakout.

While the market was red last week, crypto saw some action in the last 24 hours with with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and altcoins rebounding. The king crypto Bitcoin went up from $94K to $99K which is seen as a “Santa Claus rally,” but it could also be a profit-taking shift.

The Israel Securities Authority approval was granted last week, Calcalist reported.

Bitcoin reaches $98,270 as it faces record ETF outflows and tests key $100K resistance. Will the bullish momentum continue? Find out in our analysis The post Bitcoin Breaks Key $98K Level – Is the Market Ready to Soar Again? appeared first on Cryptonews.

Russian companies have begun using bitcoin and other digital currencies in international payments following legislative changes that allowed such use in order to counter Western sanctions, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov said on Wednesday.

The Ethereum price is showing signs of a breakout, as an analyst has identified the formation of an inverse head and shoulder pattern on its 6-month long-term price chart. This bullish formation has fueled predictions that Ethereum could rally to $12,000 soon, marking a new all-time high for the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization.

As Bitcoin (BTC) continues to dominate headlines with its record-breaking surge, up 46% since November's election and 133% year-to-date, attention is shifting to altcoins that offer high potential at a lower price point.

The crypto market rebounded heading into Christmas Day, with traders hoping for a holiday rally of various crypto assets. Amid the expectations on the crypto market, whales, or large holders, are making significant moves.

Bitcoin's price recovered to $99,100 after testing strong support at $92,000. With resistance at $104,000 still unbroken, analysts predict a potential crash.

US Bitcoin ETFs saw $1.52 billion in outflows over five days ending Dec. 24. Gold ETFs Surpassed by Bitcoin ETFs in AUM, Reaching $129 Billion.