A Bithomp label reading "NotSatoshi" on an XRP wallet sent the community into theory mode, then Ripple CTO David Schwartz stepped into debate and killed the mystery with one sentence. source: https://u.today/not-satoshi-ripple-cto-ends-speculations-around-his-xrp-wallet

Solana and Aptos are testing post-quantum cryptography to protect blockchain networks from future quantum computing threats, offering optional measures for long-term security. source: https://catenaa.com/markets/cryptocurrencies/solana-and-aptos-begin-quantum-resistant-blockchain-initiatives/

Trump‑era tariffs, bruising rate realities and a burned‑out memecoin cycle are forcing crypto to shed its Peter Pan phase and build tokens with real utility, says Animoca Brands’ Yat Siu. source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/trump-tariffs-and-the-year-of-the-utility-token-animoca-s-yat-siu-says-crypto-finally-has-to-grow-up?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

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The creator of Cardano, Charles Hoskinson, has released Midnight Protocol. He is using this cross-blockchain privacy technique to attack Bitcoin and the XRP Ledger. Midnight may help Cardano, but it may also improve the privacy of Bitcoin and XRP, according to Hoskinson. He thinks the technology can compete with the privacy tools available today. Privacy […] source: https://www.cryptopolitan.com/hoskinsons-privacy-bitcoin-xrp-cardano-defi/

According to Odaily, DeBot has announced the launch of a compensation registration form for users affected by a recent security breach. Impacted users can fill out the necessary information on the DeBot website, accessible via both PC and mobile web versions. The registration form will remain open indefinitely. DeBot has assured that once users submit their information, the verification process will be completed within 72 hours. Confirmed affected users will receive full compensation, with funds directly transferred to their DeBot secure wallet addresses. Previously, it was reported that hackers had stolen assets worth $255,000 through DeBot's risk wallet.

Uniswap has permanently reduced its token supply after executing a 100 million UNI burn, valued at roughly $596 million, following near-unanimous approval of its UNIfication governance proposal. The burn was carried out on December 28, 2025, after a two-day timelock, removing the tokens from treasury circulation for good. source: https://www.ethnews.com/uniswap-burns-596m-in-uni-after-unification-vote-overwhelmingly-passes/

DeBot launches compensation measures following a $255K wallet hack, ensuring full refunds for affected users. Community and market watch closely. source: https://coincu.com/news/debot-wallet-hack-compensation/

DeBot announced that a compensation registration form has been launched. Affected users can fill out the form through the DeBot website (PC or mobile web version). The registration form will remain open indefinitely. DeBot stated that after users submit their information, the verification process will be completed within 72 hours, and confirmed affected users will receive 100% full compensation, which will be directly deposited into the user's DeBot security wallet address. Previous reports indicated that hackers had stolen $255,000 from DeBot's risky wallet.

Mirae Asset Group is reportedly in talks to acquire Korbit, South Korea's fourth-largest cryptocurrency exchange, at a valuation of approximately 100 billion to 140 billion won, or about $70 million to $100 million. The potential acquisition will reportedly be led by Mirae Asset Consulting, a non-financial subsidiary of Mirae Asset Group, which has already signed a memorandum of understanding with Korbit's major shareholders. Public information shows that Korbit is currently held by NXC and its subsidiary Simple Capital Futures, which together own approximately 60.5% of the shares, while SK Square holds approximately 31.5%. The report points out that Korbit possesses a complete set of operating licenses and a compliance system, making it attractive to large financial groups seeking a compliant entry into the digital asset market. However, in terms of market share, Korbit has a limited presence in the South Korean cryptocurrency exchange market. CoinGecko data shows that of the approximately $1.21 billion in total 24-hour trading volume across South Korea's six major exchanges, Korbit contributed only about $5.75 million, accounting for less than 1%. In contrast, Upbit, Bithumb, and Coinone each hold a clear advantage. Previous reports indicated that Naver Financial also planned to acquire Upbit's operator, Dunamu, through a share swap, demonstrating that South Korean traditional financial and technology giants are continuously increasing their investment in the cryptocurrency sector. (Cointelegraph)

Grok, Elon Musk’s AI chatbot on X, has been praised by Vitalik Buterin for giving unpredictable responses that challenge users’ political biases and promote more truthful interactions.

A massive hack has struck Trust Wallet, one of the most widely used crypto wallets, resulting in estimated losses exceeding $6 million.

Italy’s competition authority has ordered Meta to allow rival AI chatbots on WhatsApp while investigating possible abuse of its dominant position. Meta plans to appeal, saying the policy protects its systems, but regulators worry it could limit competition and innovation in the AI market.

Nvidia has announced a $20 billion acquisition of Groq’s core assets, a landmark move that strengthens its already commanding position in the artificial intelligence chip market and reshapes the competitive landscape for AI infrastructure.

Keonne Rodriguez, co-founder of Samourai Wallet, began serving a five-year federal prison sentence and shared a personal account of his first days, describing the intake process and adjusting to prison life just before Christmas.

The Philippines has escalated its crackdown on unlicensed cryptocurrency platforms, with internet service providers beginning to block access to major global exchanges, signaling a decisive shift toward stricter enforcement of local crypto regulations.

Pudgy Penguins projected its animated characters on the Las Vegas Sphere for a week-long holiday campaign, promoting its physical products rather than NFTs. The display helped the crypto-born brand reach mainstream audiences, supporting merchandise sales and boosting recognition despite a struggling NFT market.

Kraken has officially launched the Krak Card, a Mastercard crypto debit card for residents living in the EU countries and the United Kingdom. The Krak card would allow users to spend more than 400 cryptocurrencies and fiat currencies seamlessly.

Trust Wallet confirmed a security incident affecting version 2.68 of its Chrome extension after users reported unauthorised wallet drains following a recent update. The company told users to disable the extension and upgrade immediately, saying its mobile app and other versions were not affected while the investigation continues.

Kyrgyzstan has taken another step toward embedding digital assets into its financial system after cryptocurrency exchange Binance listed the country’s first som-pegged stablecoin, a move that signals growing state-level confidence in blockchain-based payments and infrastructure.