According to 23pds, Chief Information Security Officer of SlowMist Technology, a new variant of the information-stealing malware MacSync has emerged, successfully bypassing the macOS Gatekeeper security mechanism, and users' assets have already been stolen. This malware employs multiple techniques to evade detection, including file inflation, network connection verification, and a self-destructing script. Attackers can use this software to steal sensitive data such as victims' iCloud keychains, browser passwords, and cryptocurrency wallets. Users should be vigilant, avoid downloading software from unknown sources, promptly update operating system security patches, and take additional measures to protect their encrypted assets.

Trader Hanmu Natsumi posted on social media, "Bitcoin's current position is no longer a good opportunity to go long. The medium-term liquidity logic has also been weakened by the recent continuous ETF sell-off. This is not the best opportunity to go long, but it doesn't mean it won't rise later; it just means the risk is increasing. During the adjustment phase, unless it's a very high-probability opportunity, there's no need to participate. Continue to observe the market's complex consolidation."

OpenAI has launched “Your Year with ChatGPT,” a feature that gives users a personalised summary of their activity, including awards, poems, and images based on their chats. It is available to Free, Plus, and Pro users in select English-speaking countries, and participation is optional with privacy controls in place.

Ghana has formally legalized cryptocurrency trading after parliament passed the Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill, marking a major policy shift for one of Sub-Saharan Africa’s most active crypto markets

On Dec 23, 2025, 06:18 AM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, BNB has dropped below 850 USDT and is now trading at 848.539978 USDT, with a narrowed 1.04% decrease in 24 hours.

According to ChainCatcher, data from Arkham indicates that at 13:56, 76.52 BTC were transferred from Cumberland DRW to an anonymous address starting with bc1q8q.

According to BlockBeats, Chinese crypto analyst Ban Mu Xia expressed concerns about Bitcoin's current market conditions. He noted that Bitcoin is no longer an optimal opportunity for bullish investments, as the medium-term liquidity logic has been weakened by ongoing ETF sell-offs. While this does not imply that Bitcoin will not rise in the future, the risks are increasing. During the adjustment phase, unless there is a highly probable opportunity, it is advisable to refrain from participating and continue observing the market's complex consolidation.

According to Foresight News, SlowMist's Chief Information Security Officer, 23pds, has issued a warning about a new variant of the MacSync malware. This variant is capable of bypassing the macOS Gatekeeper security feature, and it has already affected user assets. The malware employs techniques such as file inflation, network verification, and self-destruct scripts post-execution to evade detection. It can steal sensitive data, including iCloud keychains, browser passwords, and cryptocurrency wallets, posing a significant risk. Mac users are advised to exercise caution and avoid downloading software and plugins from unknown sources.

On December 20, 2025, Gate Charity hosted a Christmas charity event in Cotonou, Benin, distributing holiday toys to underprivileged children and organizing interactive activities. The event, co-organized by Gate Charity and JCI Abomey Calavi Sica, attracted approximately 200 children and their families. During the event, children, accompanied by their families, received age-appropriate Christmas toys and participated in fun games, creative crafts, and story sharing. A festive meal and Christmas-themed activities created a warm and inclusive atmosphere, allowing participating families to truly experience the joy and love of Christmas. This charitable act not only reflects Gate Charity's consistent commitment to child welfare and community support but also further strengthens its local partnerships and public trust. Gate Charity stated that it will continue to advance its global charitable projects in the future, providing support to more underprivileged groups in a pragmatic and sustainable manner.

1. Bitmine added another 29,463 ETH, worth approximately $88.4 million; 2. BlackRock added 4,534 ETH and approximately 45 BTC this morning, worth $17.64 million; 3. Bitcoin treasury company ZOOZ received a delisting warning from Nasdaq due to its stock price falling below $1; 4. predict.fun's first week of points activity will end at 10 PM tonight; 5. Bitcoin perpetual contract open interest rose to 310,000 BTC, with traders betting on year-end market movements; 6. Kalshi: Launched Kalshi Research and began providing internal data to researchers; 7. US Solana spot ETF saw a net inflow of $7.47 million in a single day; 8. A robbery involving 1 billion yen in cryptocurrency exchange occurred in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, and police have arrested 15 people.

In its second-half Financial Stability Report released on December 23, the Bank of Korea stated that the correlation between virtual assets and traditional financial markets is strengthening as the global virtual asset market becomes more institutionalized. The report analyzes that, driven by factors such as increased participation from corporate and institutional investors and the launch of spot ETFs, the synchronicity between virtual asset price fluctuations and the stock market is becoming increasingly significant. Spillover effect analysis shows that shocks from the virtual asset market can affect traditional financial markets, especially during periods of macroeconomic shocks or monetary policy shifts. The report believes that in South Korea, due to the prohibition of corporate participation and restrictions on the issuance of financial products, the current spillover effect is at a low level, and the market structure remains dominated by individual investors. However, the Bank of Korea points out that if South Korea further institutionalizes virtual assets, the connection between virtual assets and traditional financial markets will expand, forming a shock transmission path. Therefore, during the institutionalization process, it is essential to establish a system capable of managing the potential risks brought about by synchronization within an acceptable level.

According to Foresight News, Cardano SPO Dave recently suggested on social media that Solana should consider integrating SOL into ADA to enhance interoperability, bypassing the need for Base as an intermediary. Solana co-founder Toly responded positively, saying, "Let's do it," while Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson echoed the sentiment, stating, "It's time to get started."

This article explores Tether’s growing influence, the potential for equity tokenization, and how new USDT-native infrastructures such as Plasma and Stable are designed to capture value around USDT liquidity.

At opposite ends of RWA's spectrum are fully permissioned tokens and completely permissionless tokens.

BTC, ETH, derivatives, RWA, on-chain US Treasury bonds, tokenization is entering the core area of ​​the financial market. Jinse Finance: How regulators allow tokenized assets to enter collateral and settlement systems.

A South Korean man who laundered money for a voice phishing gang using cryptocurrency has been sentenced to four years in prison after an appeal cancelled his suspended sentence. The court said he was a middle manager in the scam and previous offences meant a harsher punishment was needed.

Bitcoin’s price action has entered a deceptively quiet phase. For several days, BTC has traded within a narrow band of roughly $5,000 around the $88,000 level, creating the impression of stability while underlying pressure steadily accumulates.

Top institutions have polarized their assessments of AI trends in 2026. One side bets that the benefits will continue to be monopolized by US tech giants, while the other side believes that as a global infrastructure upgrade, the benefits of AI will spread to the global market.

The remarks by Federal Reserve Vice Chairman Philip N. Jefferson reflected the world’s most important central bank’s cautious observation of emerging technologies and provided market participants with a clear framework for rationally assessing the AI ​​boom.

Why does the "buy low" strategy still work so well despite widespread pessimism about the economy?