The SEC greenlit Volatility Shares’ 2x Bitcoin Strategy ETF (BITX) on December 5, marking the first leveraged spot Bitcoin product amid $52 billion in ETF inflows since January. ⠀ BITX aims to deliver twice the daily performance of Bitcoin futures via CME contracts, targeting sophisticated traders while warning of amplified losses in volatile markets. ⠀ This approval follows spot ETF success, positioning leveraged options as the next wave for hedging and speculation as BTC hovers near $92,000 post-dip. ⠀ Join the free telegram in our bio for daily crypto news and insights 📲

Grant Cardone received 115 BTC in 2012 as payment for consulting, a stash now valued at $11 million after holding through cycles. ⠀ The windfall, bought at under $100 each, underscores early adoption rewards as Cardone blends BTC with his $4.9 billion real estate empire. ⠀ Today, he uses crypto gains for property funds, proving steady HODLing’s edge over timing in volatile markets. ⠀ Join the free telegram in our bio for daily crypto news and insights 📲

China offloaded $19 billion in U.S. Treasuries in March 2025, trimming holdings to a 16-year low of $757 billion amid tariff escalations. ⠀ The sales, part of $273 billion dumped since 2012, fuel de-dollarization via BRICS alternatives, pressuring yields to 4.5%. ⠀ While not weaponized, the steady divestment signals Beijing’s pivot to gold and yuan internationalization against U.S. dominance. ⠀ Join the free telegram in our bio for daily crypto news and insights 📲

Fundstrat’s Tom Lee revealed on November 20 that the October 10 liquidation cascade, wiping out nearly $20 billion, crippled multiple market makers and triggered a liquidity crunch. ⠀ He estimated one-third of specialized crypto liquidity providers scaled back or shuttered operations, creating a “crypto QT” effect deeper than Fed tightening. ⠀ The aftermath mirrors 2022’s eight-week deleveraging, with Bitcoin and Ethereum signaling fragile conditions until balance sheets recover. ⠀ Join the free telegram in our bio for daily crypto news and insights 📲

An armed robber posing as a UPS driver invaded a San Francisco home owned by Lachy Groom, Sam Altman’s ex, on November 23, forcing resident Joshua to transfer $11 million in Ethereum and Bitcoin. ⠀ The 90-minute ordeal involved duct-taping, torture threats via speakerphone, and liquid pouring before the thief fled with devices, leaving minor injuries in the tech elite neighborhood. ⠀ Groom, a VC who bought the $1.8 million property from Altman’s brother in 2021, was absent, highlighting rising crypto heists amid self-custody’s risks in high-profile circles. ⠀ Join the free telegram in our bio for daily crypto news and insights 📲

Grayscale’s XRP Trust ETF, ticker GXRP, officially debuted on the NYSE Arca today, marking the latest step in bringing XRP to institutional investors through a regulated product. ⠀ The launch comes amid heightened market interest in altcoin ETFs, with early trading volumes showing strong demand despite a slight dip in XRP’s spot price to around $2.08. ⠀ This move positions Grayscale as a key player in expanding crypto exposure on traditional markets, potentially paving the way for broader adoption of Ripple’s token in global finance.

Bitcoin’s price has stayed above the $70,000-$111,000 mining breakeven range in 2025, with global costs at $0.05/kWh ensuring profitability post-halving. ⠀ The floor reinforces scarcity, as miners halt unprofitable operations, maintaining security via 160 TWh annual consumption. ⠀ U.S. industrial rates at $0.13/kWh set higher thresholds, but cheap power access keeps network hash rate at 855 EH/s. ⠀ Join the free telegram in our bio for daily crypto news and insights 📲

China’s PBOC reiterated on November 28 that virtual assets like Bitcoin and stablecoins lack legal status as currency, banning their use in circulation during a high-level coordination meeting. ⠀ Officials noted resurgence in speculation from global price surges, pledging enhanced monitoring, international cooperation, and crackdowns on underground trading and fraud risks. ⠀ The stance, building on 2021 bans, views crypto as a long-term threat to financial stability, with multi-agency enforcement targeting money laundering and illicit cross-border flows. ⠀ Join the free telegram in our bio for daily crypto news and insights 📲

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced new IRS guidance that clears the way for crypto ETFs to stake assets and distribute yields without immediate tax headaches. ⠀ This framework aims to foster innovation by providing the clarity long sought by the industry, potentially unlocking billions in locked-up digital value. ⠀ Bessent’s push signals a broader thaw in federal attitudes, positioning America to lead in digital assets rather than stifle their growth through outdated rules.

Tether reported $4.9 billion Q2 2025 profits, averaging $1.63 billion monthly from Treasury yields on $157 billion USDT supply. ⠀ Year-to-date through Q3, earnings topped $10 billion, with $127 billion in Treasuries making it a top U.S. debt holder. ⠀ The model funds AI and renewables, with $6.8 billion excess reserves backing dominance in emerging markets. ⠀ Join the free telegram in our bio for daily crypto news and insights 📲