‍SOS Limited transitions to digital infrastructure with Texas data center SOS Limited is strategically evolving from cryptocurrency mining to becoming a comprehensive digital infrastructure provider. The company is developing a next-generation Tier III modular data center at Longfellow Ranch in Fort Stockton, Texas. This move aims to capture a larger share of the high-performance computing market, focusing on enterprise and AI-driven solutions. The modular design is projected to reduce total project costs by nearly 50%. An initial 10 MW cluster will serve as a pilot for a rapid expansion to 100 MW within 18 months, targeting AI startups and large enterprises.
‍Velo Integrates USD1 Stablecoin to Enhance PayFi in Asia The Velo PayFi infrastructure protocol has announced a strategic collaboration with World Liberty Financial (WLFI) to integrate the USD1 stablecoin into its ecosystem. This partnership aims to bolster Velo’s liquidity and settlement layers, facilitating a high-velocity, closed-loop financial network. By incorporating a regulated U.S. dollar-backed asset, Velo seeks to bridge traditional finance and Web3 technology for mass adoption in Asia. USD1 is backed 1:1 by reserves, primarily U.S. government money market funds and cash equivalents, ensuring institutional-grade security and compliance.
‍Bitcoin 2025: Strategic Reserves and Institutional Adoption Reshape the Market 2025 marked a transformative year for Bitcoin (BTC), witnessing significant institutional integration and shifts in geopolitical strategy. Despite price volatility, including a peak of $126,000 in October, Bitcoin's role in the global financial system has solidified. Key developments include the establishment of a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and increased corporate treasury adoption, driving Bitcoin's market dominance to 57.6% of the $3 trillion crypto market cap by mid-December. The U.S. Government initiated a formal holding strategy, establishing a strategic reserve for its estimated 200,000 BTC. This move, alongside state-level adoption by Arizona, New Hampshire, and Texas, positions Bitcoin as a sovereign reserve asset. Wall Street saw 71 publicly traded companies add Bitcoin to their balance sheets, collectively holding over 961,000 BTC. However, strategies like those of MicroStrategy face scrutiny amid market fluctuations. Meanwhile, the Bitcoin community debated network utility and privacy with the introduction of Bitcoin Core v30. The sentencing of Samourai Wallet's co-founder also raised concerns for privacy advocates.
‍Guavy Launches AI-Powered Sentiment App for Retail Traders Canadian firm Guavy has launched an iOS app providing AI-driven sentiment signals and market intelligence, previously exclusive to institutions. The app analyzes news, social media, and other data to generate sentiment scores and trading signals. "Individual traders can access the same intelligence institutions use
‍Hong Kong Explores Allowing Insurers to Invest in Crypto The Hong Kong Insurance Authority is considering regulatory changes that could permit insurance companies to allocate capital towards cryptocurrencies and infrastructure projects. This initiative is part of Hong Kong's broader strategy to become a global digital asset hub. Under the proposed framework, any crypto allocation would face a stringent 100% risk charge, requiring insurers to hold capital equivalent to the full market value of their digital asset positions. This is intended to mitigate volatility risks associated with assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The move aligns with global trends in institutional adoption of digital assets.
‍US Crypto Funds Experience $952M Outflow Amid Regulatory Uncertainty Digital asset investment products saw a significant reversal last week, recording a net outflow of $952 million. This marks the first weekly retreat in over a month, indicating a cooling of investor appetite due to ongoing delays in U.S. cryptocurrency legislation. The outflows were primarily concentrated in the United States ($990 million), driven by delays in the U.S. Clarity Act. Ethereum (ETH) and Bitcoin (BTC) led the retreat with $555 million and $460 million in outflows, respectively. In contrast, Canada and Germany saw modest inflows. Certain altcoins like Solana (SOL) and XRP demonstrated resilience, attracting inflows of $48.5 million and $62.9 million. Bitcoin is trading near $90,000, with prediction markets favoring a move towards $100,000. Total assets under management (AUM) stand at $46.7 billion, down from $48.7 billion at the end of last year.
‍Bitcoin Eyes $120,000 Amidst Bullish Metrics and Santa Rally Hopes Bitcoin (BTC) surged towards $90,000 early Monday, December 22, fueled by a recent 6.5% recovery. Analysts point to a bullish megaphone pattern and a "short squeeze" in the derivatives market, with potential price targets reaching $120,000. Crucial support lies at $84,000, with a high concentration of BTC acquired in this range acting as a strong floor. While historical year-end performance is mixed, current technicals suggest a potential upside, provided support levels are maintained.
‍Bybit Executive: Capital Efficiency and Regulatory Clarity Key to Institutional Crypto Adoption in UAE Yoyee Wang, Head of Business-to-Business at Bybit, highlighted capital-efficient custody and regulatory transparency as crucial for institutional digital asset integration at a conference in Abu Dhabi. She emphasized that while security is paramount, operational liquidity is now essential for sustainable growth. Wang noted that institutions view custody through the lens of risk management and effective capital deployment. Off-exchange settlement models are becoming standard to mitigate risks associated with holding large balances on trading platforms. The UAE was praised for its clear regulatory framework, fostering collaboration between blockchain providers and traditional finance. Bybit's presence in the region supports this growth, aiming to bridge TradFi and DeFi for its 80 million users.
‍Tezos Etherlink Sees 5,566% TVL Surge Post-Farfadet Upgrade Tezos EVM layer, Etherlink, has activated its Farfadet upgrade, concluding a significant 2025. The network's Total Value Locked (TVL) has surged by 5,566%, rising from $1.46 million to over $82.73 million. The Farfadet upgrade nearly doubles throughput, enabling over 1,000 native transfers per second with minimal transaction costs. Key improvements include fast withdrawals, reducing bridge times from 15 days to under a minute. This growth is supported by the $3 million Apple Farm incentive program, attracting DeFi protocols, liquid staking, and tokenized assets. Etherlink has also gained traction in Web3 gaming, with 438,500 unique users.
‍Indonesia Issues Crypto Platform Whitelist Amidst Global Influx Indonesia's Financial Services Authority (OJK) has released a list of 29 licensed cryptocurrency platforms, establishing a clear regulatory framework for digital asset trading. This serves as a reference for the country's 17 million crypto traders. The move coincides with major international firms, including Robinhood and OSL Group, acquiring local entities and expanding into the Indonesian market. This regulatory clarification aligns with OJK Regulation No. 23/2025, enhancing oversight of digital financial assets and implementing investor protection protocols. Indonesia's position as a top-10 global crypto adopter, as per Chainalysis, highlights the growing significance of its digital asset sector.