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Bitwise Files for 11 Altcoin Strategy ETFs with SEC, Targeting AI and DeFi Tokens
Bitwise filed a post-effective amendment with the SEC on December 30, 2025, for 11 single-asset crypto strategy ETFs.
The ETFs target tokens including AAVE, UNI, ZEC, SUI, TAO, NEAR, TRX, ENA, STRK, HYPE, and CC, covering DeFi, AI, privacy, and layer-1 sectors.
Each fund will invest up to 60% directly in the underlying token, with the remainder in exchange-traded products and derivatives for exposure.
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Bitcoin and Ether Plunge Over 22% in Q4 2025 Amid Failed Santa Rally
Bitcoin and Ether experienced sharp declines in Q4 2025, with BTC down approximately 22% and ETH falling 28%.
The expected “Santa rally” fizzled out due to thin holiday liquidity, profit-taking, and a broader risk-off environment.
In contrast, precious metals like gold surged to new highs, highlighting shifting investor preferences.
As 2025 draws to a close, the cryptocurrency market is grappling with significant losses in it…

Metaplanet Boosts Bitcoin Holdings with $451M Q4 Purchase
Metaplanet purchased 4,279 BTC for approximately $451 million in Q4 2025.
The acquisition brings the company’s total Bitcoin holdings to 35,102 BTC.
Metaplanet reported a 568.2% BTC yield for 2025, surpassing initial forecasts.
Japanese publicly traded company Metaplanet has capped off 2025 with a significant Bitcoin acquisition, adding 4,279 BTC to its treasury in the fourth quarter.
The purchase, valued at around $451 mi…

Mirae Asset in Talks to Acquire South Korean Crypto Exchange Korbit for Up to $100 Million
Mirae Asset Consulting has signed a memorandum of understanding with Korbit’s major shareholders for a potential acquisition valued at 100 billion to 140 billion Korean won ($70 million to $100 million).
Korbit, established in 2013 as South Korea’s first crypto exchange, currently holds less than 1% of the domestic trading volume but maintains a full operating license.
The move underscores the growing convergence of traditional finan…

Trust Wallet Launches Compensation Process After $7M Browser Extension Hack
Security Breach Confirmed: Trust Wallet’s Chrome extension v2.68 contained malicious code, leading to $7 million in user losses.
Compensation Underway: The company pledges full refunds and has opened a submission form for affected users.
Industry Implications: Incident underscores risks in software updates and the need for enhanced supply chain security.
Trust Wallet, a leading non-custodial cryptocurrency wallet, has begun c…
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