The United States announces indefinite takeover of Venezuela's oil sales, marking the post-Maduro era with sovereignty placed under financial trusteeship, reshuffling the capital markets and geopolitical landscape. (Background recap: What is Maduro's issuance of the "Petro" oil coin? Countering US sanctions on Venezuela, ending up as the biggest joke in cryptocurrency history.) (Additional background: Breaking news》The US Pentagon's "Pizza Index" soars again, is Colombia and Cuba the next targets?) Table of Contents Outline of the takeover mechanism The rise and fall of industry players Financial leverage and political chips Trump speaks about income to buy "Made in America" The US government brings debt restructuring language onto the geopolitical stage. On January 7, at a Goldman Sachs conference in Miami, US Energy Secretary Chris Wright calmly announced: Washington will indefinitely take over Venezuela's crude oil sales and revenue, and the proceeds from the

Bitcoin today dropped 1.7% to $90,954, with 24-hour trading volume shrinking 5.2% to $46.9 billion. Ethereum plummeted 3.3% to $3,137, and the total market capitalization of cryptocurrencies declined 1% to $3.12 trillion. Technical analysis shows that $94,100 forms a triple top resistance, holding the $90,900 support is critical, and a break below could test $86,970.

Author Robert Kiyosaki of "Rich Dad Poor Dad" challenges traditional financial views through the contrast between two fathers. The core concept: the rich make money work for them, assets put money into their pockets, and liabilities take money out. However, the wealthy dad is suspected to be fictional, and in 2012, Kiyosaki maliciously filed for bankruptcy to avoid paying 24 million. The series consists of 26 books, with global sales exceeding 41 million copies.

TAKE cryptocurrency stabilized after a significant decline, trading between $0.09–$0.11 with signs of a recovery. Analysis suggests a potential long entry around $0.095 aimed at $0.15–$0.17 as market conditions show accumulation and reduced volatility.

Privacy-first blockchains could emerge as crypto’s dominant power centers, as a16z crypto argues secrecy, not speed, may create winner-take-most dynamics and durable lock-in as onchain finance moves toward real-world adoption. Why a16z Crypto Sees Privacy Chains Reshaping Onchain Value Crypto’s

Maduro claims to hold 660,000 Bitcoins worth $60 billion. Venezuela sold 73 tons of gold in 2018 to exchange for 400,000 BTC, then used oil to exchange for USDT and transferred to BTC. Venezuela's annual oil production value is only $20 billion, taking three years to earn $60 billion. Directly taking over Bitcoin would immediately credit the account, killing four birds with one stone for Trump: eliminate Maduro, take control of oil, and replenish strategic reserves.

Commodity strategist Mike McGlone accurately predicted that gold would rise 64% in 2025 and has now released the 2026 forecast: gold faces the risk of "overheating," and U.S. bonds will take away excess returns. He predicts a higher probability of Bitcoin falling to $50,000 than rebounding to $100,000, citing the 19% decline of the Bloomberg Galaxy Crypto Index last year.

With the change of government in Venezuela in 2026 and the strong intervention of the Trump administration, the global energy landscape is facing yet another major restructuring after the shale oil revolution. Trump's proposed "Oil Industry Revival Plan" aims to have U.S. companies take over Venezuelan oil fields, using oil revenues to cover reconstruction costs, thereby cutting off China's and Russia's influence in South America's energy sector. Among many international oil giants, Chevron has become the biggest potential beneficiary due to its long-term presence and operations in the region. This report will analyze Venezuela's current production capacity, the U.S. government's strategic blueprint, and whether Chevron has a long-term investment moat amid the current global oversupply. Venezuela's Crude Oil Status: Potential and Challenges on the Ruins Although Venezuela possesses the world's largest proven oil reserves (approximately 3.03 trillion barrels), years of sanctions and mismanagement have severely impacted its oil industry.

NFT and RWA Conferences in Paris Canceled Amid Market Turmoil The organizers of the upcoming non-fungible token (NFT) and real-world asset (RWA) conferences in Paris have abruptly canceled the events just a month before they were scheduled to take place, citing adverse market conditions. The

In brief EVA AI says it will open a pop-up Café in New York City where users can take their AI companions on real-world “dates.” The launch comes as AI companionship grows amid broader declines in dating and partnered intimacy. Experts are split, with some warning that the concept could d

Dogecoin (DOGE) price action is against long traders, as they have suffered more losses in the recent liquidation event recorded by the meme coin on the crypto market CoinGlass data reveals that, in the last four hours, there was a 2,055% liquidation imbalance, as total losses amounted to $1.14

U.S. efforts to establish clear rules for crypto markets may take far longer than policymakers and industry participants once expected. New analysis suggests passage could slip to 2027, with enforcement delayed until as late as 2029. Political Incentives Are Reshaping the Timeline Although

XRP has shifted back into focus after reclaiming key technical levels and showing renewed strength across momentum indicators. The latest breakout above the $2.30 macro resistance has flipped short-term structure bullish, and analysts now point to a potential continuation move if current support

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) fully enters the crypto ecosystem following the passage of the 《GENIUS Act》, expanding into stablecoins, tokenization, and auditing services, symbolizing mainstream finance's official embrace of digital assets. Regulatory breakthroughs become catalysts, PwC announces full entry into the crypto ecosystem ------------------------ As the US cryptocurrency regulatory environment enters a historic transformation, one of the Big Four accounting firms, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), officially announces a significant expansion of its digital assets and stablecoin business. PwC US Senior Partner and CEO Paul Griggs recently told the Financial Times that with the passage of the 《GENIUS Act》 and the rollout of new regulations by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the digital asset industry now has a clear framework for institutional development. Griggs stated

NFT and RWA Conferences in Paris Canceled Amid Market Turmoil The organizers of the upcoming non-fungible token (NFT) and real-world asset (RWA) conferences in Paris have abruptly canceled the events just a month before they were scheduled to take place, citing adverse market conditions. The

PwC has expanded its U.S. crypto services following regulatory changes, offering comprehensive audit, tax, and consulting support for crypto firms. This shift reflects a proactive engagement with clearer rules and new stablecoin legislation.

After the arrest of the Venezuelan president, Nobel laureate María Corina Machado has become a popular candidate to succeed him. She has previously advocated for incorporating Bitcoin into the national reserves, aiming to lead the country out of financial tyranny and transform it into a technological hub. Venezuelan President Arrested, Bitcoin Advocate Becomes a Top Presidential Candidate ---------------------- Following the U.S. "decapitation operation" that led to the arrest of President Nicolás Maduro, the transfer of power in Venezuela has become a global focus. Now, María Corina Machado, a Bitcoin advocate and 2025 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, is seen as one of the leading contenders to take over after Maduro. Prediction Market

The United States conducts a targeted operation to capture Venezuelan President Maduro, with Trump announcing a temporary takeover of the government. The move has sparked condemnation from China and Russia for violating international law, causing gold prices to rise and Bitcoin to also increase. Trump captures Venezuelan President alive, temporarily takes over government ------------------ Last weekend, the U.S. surprise raid on Venezuela's "decapitation operation" shocked the world! On December 3rd, Trump confirmed the successful execution of an operation codenamed "Operation Absolute Resolve," which raided the official residence in Caracas, capturing Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife alive, and transporting them to New York for trial. Trump later announced that the U.S. would temporarily "take over" the Venezuelan government, causing a strong global震盪, the process of Maduro's arrest, the current situation in Venezuela, and international reactions

Bitcoin ATMs (Automated Teller Machines) are triggering a serious regulatory crisis in the United States. According to the latest data from the FBI, in 2025 alone, scams conducted through Bitcoin ATMs have caused Americans to lose over $333 million, with the number of cases showing a "clear and continuous upward trend." Alarmingly, seniors over 60 have become the primary victim group, often being lured into depositing cash into these machines through scams involving fake technical support or government officials. Faced with this systemic risk, U.S. state and federal regulators are shifting from issuing warnings to pushing for strict legislative restrictions, including setting daily transaction limits and even considering banning such devices. This could fundamentally change the survival landscape of Bitcoin ATMs, which are commonly found in gas stations and convenience store corners.

The UK has launched the Crypto Asset Reporting Framework (CARF), requiring crypto platforms to collect user transaction and identity data and automatically report taxes, ending the era of anonymous investing. The relevant regulations will take effect in 2024 and will share data with other countries to enhance tax transparency and cross-border regulation.

Let’s be honest for a second.Most people only realize an opportunity was real after the price chart goes vertical. That regret usually starts with the same sentence: “I saw it early, but I didn’t act.”As 2026 approaches and the next altcoin cycle starts to take shape, investors are once again

U.S. President Donald Trump held a press conference at his private residence, Mar-a-Lago in Florida, announcing that the United States has launched a large-scale raid on Venezuela, successfully capturing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, and stating that the U.S. will temporarily take over Venezuela's government. Trump emphasized that the United States will "manage this country until we can achieve a safe, appropriate, and cautious transition of power." He did not disclose specific methods of takeover or future leadership candidates but pointed out that the U.S. will govern jointly with "a team" and "appoint various personnel" to assist in operations. The military operation was successful and was described as "one of the most shocking military exercises in history." Trump praised this operation as "one of the most astonishing, effective, and powerful displays in U.S. military history."

Before the U.S. military detained Venezuelan President Maduro, Polymarket experienced suspected insider trading, which appeared to be based on prior knowledge of the news, prompting Congressman Ritchie Torres to propose restrictions on officials betting in prediction markets. (Background: Heaven, Earth, Humanity, and Harmony—why did prediction markets take nearly 40 years to explode?) (Additional context: 26 predictions about the development of prediction markets in 2026) Table of Contents Mysterious Bets Surge 12 Times Prediction Market Legislation "Fixes Loopholes" On-Chain Anonymity Brings Law Enforcement Challenges In the early hours of the 3rd, U.S. special forces arrested President Maduro in Caracas. Hours before the operation was exposed, the blockchain prediction platform Polymarket saw a new account place a $32,500 bet on "Maduro stepping down." Mysterious Bets Surge 12 Times When the world received the news...

Reputed analyst tracks how pioneer altcoin asset Ethereum is tracking Wyckoff.  With ETH tracking Wyckoff to perfection, pump possibilities are high. A parabolic ETH price pump could take ETH to an ATH target of $10,000. Expectations for altseason and its peak phase to drive have only

U.S. President Trump announced at a press conference on January 3rd that the U.S. military successfully arrested and transported Venezuelan President Maduro for trial. This operation, codenamed "Absolute Resolve," involved over 150 aircraft and took 3 hours to complete the targeted strike. Trump warned Cuba and Colombia to "be careful," emphasizing that the Western Hemisphere's dominance is non-negotiable, and announced that American oil companies will take over Venezuela's energy infrastructure.

Trump announced on January 3rd that U.S. forces had captured Venezuelan President Maduro, releasing photos of him with his hands cuffed and blindfolded. Trump stated that the United States would "take over and run" Venezuela, allowing American oil companies to invest billions of dollars to repair infrastructure. This operation, involving 150 aircraft, was called "the largest attack since World War II," sparking intense international controversy.

Cardano is finding its way back into the conversation after Grok, the AI model built by xAI, singled out $ADA as a strong candidate for 2026.  The take, shared by Sssebi on X, focuses less on where ADA has been and more on what could be coming next. After a tough 2025, that shift in focus is

A community assessment reveals that the XRP Ledger can potentially burn 1 million XRP in about 2.11 years, not 21, if it processes 1,500 transactions per second. Accurate burn rates challenge previous assumptions and highlight scalability needs for global demand.

The Pi Network community has triggered a revival of a contentious argument surrounding the value of PiCoin with the proponents and opponents of the currency conflicting over its future. It took almost seven years to develop but now, price disputes take the center stage in the social arena.

The International Bank Communication Association (SWIFT) has decided to collaborate with 17 countries and 32 major banks worldwide to introduce a new system that significantly shortens overseas remittance times. This move aims to address existing processing delays, with the goal of achieving near real-time interbank transfers as early as 2026. Currently, SWIFT is a global remittance network used by approximately 11,000 financial institutions worldwide. About 75% of overseas remittances processed through this system can be delivered to the recipient bank within 10 minutes, but afterward, due to internal reviews or procedural delays, actual funds often take longer to arrive. This causes inconvenience and additional costs for individuals and businesses. The promoted system is considered a highly effective improvement plan. It requires each participating bank to establish a dedicated organization to provide 24-hour remittance services, without significantly altering the existing SWIFT infrastructure. U.S. banks such as Bank of America and

Elon Musk's SpaceX is about to go public, and concept stocks like Innolux (3481) are also making waves. As thousands of artificial satellites are launched into orbit, the space environment around Earth is becoming increasingly precarious. A recent research paper published in December 2025 introduces a new indicator called the CRASH Clock, revealing startling data: if all human operations cease, a catastrophic collision could occur in less than three days in low Earth orbit. (Innolux (3481) stock price hits the daily limit! FOPLP enters the low Earth orbit satellite supply chain, and SpaceX concept stocks take shape) This article, "The Orbital House of Cards: Frequent Megaconstellation

Author: @intern\_cc, Crypto KOL Translation: Felix, PANews Crypto options are expected to become a flagship financial instrument by 2026, thanks to the convergence of three major trends: traditional DeFi yields are being squeezed by the "yield apocalypse," a new generation of simplified "entry-level products" abstracts options into a one-click trading interface, and Coinbase's $2.9 billion acquisition of Deribit has gained institutional recognition. Although on-chain options currently account for only a small portion of crypto derivatives trading volume, perpetual contracts still dominate the market. This gap is similar to the relationship between TradFi options on Robinhood

Analysts debate over the Bitcoin price bottom being hit.  Can the price of BTC hit a lower target before ATHs arrive?  Could 2026 really be a super cycle year for crypto price pumps? Opposing expectations take over for the price of Bitcoin (BTC), the pioneer crypto asset. Since Bitcoin’s

_Grant Cardone plans a 2026 IPO for a Bitcoin-backed real estate company, using rental income to buy Bitcoin and diversify assets._ Billionaire investor Grant Cardone has announced plans to take his Bitcoin-backed real estate company public in 2026. The company aims to combine traditional real

Looking back at 2025, the global capital markets experienced extreme capital rotation: precious metals surged due to safe-haven and industrial demand, with silver leading the way with triple-digit gains; simultaneously, the AI trend continued to drive record highs in the Taiwan and US stock markets, and the average profit for Taiwanese stock investors was substantial, only cryptocurrencies experienced a significant correction. Reflecting on 2025, did you meet your performance targets? How should you adjust your strategy to迎接 2026 年? Performance Rankings of Various Assets in 2025 The turbulent year of 2025 has quickly come to an end. The performance rankings of various assets in 2025 are now available. Did you meet your performance targets? Strong Rise of Precious Metals: Dual Drivers of Safe-Haven Sentiment and Industrial Demand The most impressive asset performance in 2025 belonged to the precious metals sector, with silver soaring by 141% to take the top spot, and gold also recording a significant increase of 64%. This reflects that, against the backdrop of ongoing geopolitical tensions worldwide, the market

Dogecoin (DOGE) is currently trading around $0.12, experiencing a 21% drop in daily trading volume. Despite a market cap of $20.65 billion, indicators suggest a bearish trend, with potential for further declines or modest recoveries.

As quantum computing advances from labs to practical applications, the crypto industry is heating up debates over "post-quantum" preparedness—especially for Bitcoin. Core developers, investors, and project leads increasingly agree: the threat is real, but a complete protocol-level migration could take 5 to 10 years.

Bittensor (TAO) is sitting in a very different mood compared to the autumn pump. The Bittensor price has spent weeks sliding lower, and the chart now looks more like “acceptance” than “hype.” That matters, because it changes what the TAO price usually does next. This take is coming from analyst

The browser extension v2.68 of the cryptocurrency wallet Trust Wallet has been reported to have a security vulnerability, leading to approximately $7 million in user funds being stolen. Binance founder CZ stated that Trust Wallet will fully compensate affected users for their losses and urged users of this version to take immediate measures to ensure wallet security. Trust Wallet users experienced a carefully planned vulnerability attack on Christmas Day, ultimately losing about $7 million. Reports indicate that the attack was already being planned as early as early December. Cybersecurity firm SlowMist also stated that these malicious extensions have been exporting users' personal information. Trust Wallet previously posted on X that the Trust Wallet browser extension version 2.68 was affected by a security incident.

A chart shared by analyst Chiefy is making the rounds on crypto Twitter, and it’s not hard to see why. His take is simple, but uncomfortable: if Bitcoin’s historical 4-year cycle is still intact, the next major move could be a sharp drop toward $40,000 as early as January. That’s not a small

Written by: Martin December 29, China People's Bank Vice Governor Lu Lei publicly announced that the "Action Plan for Further Strengthening the Digital Renminbi Management Service System and Related Financial Infrastructure Construction" will be officially implemented on January 1, 2026. The digital renminbi will transition from the "Digital Cash" phase to the "Digital Deposit" 2.0 era. The core highlight of this transformation is that the balance of real-name digital renminbi wallets will start earning interest, bringing tangible benefits to users. According to the deployment of the "Action Plan," banking institutions will accrue interest on the balances of first, second, and third-class real-name digital renminbi wallets, with interest rates referencing the bank's current deposit rates. Users do not need to take any additional actions, and the payment experience will remain unaffected. Meanwhile, anonymous fourth-class wallets opened with just a mobile phone number will still retain small payment functions, but their balances will not accrue interest for now, balancing convenience with compliance requirements.

No matter whether investors' performance this year is bountiful or under pressure, as the calendar is about to turn, the market will soon enter a brand-new starting point. The last trading week before 2026 secretly contains several key signals that could influence market sentiment at the beginning of the year, and investors should not take them lightly. This article is excerpted from Investopedia, for market observation purposes only, not investment advice. U.S. stocks will trade as usual until December 31 (Eastern Time) Since traders will take a day off on Thursday for the New Year's Day holiday, this week's trading hours will be shortened due to the holiday. Therefore, initial jobless claims, Federal Reserve meeting minutes, and pending home sales data will be the focus. The bond market will close early at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, while the stock market will trade as usual on New Year's Eve. First, this week is significantly affected by the New Year's holiday, resulting in shortened trading hours. U.S. stocks will trade as usual on New Year's Eve (December 31), but the U.S.

Author: 1912212.eth, Foresight News The most anticipated protagonist in the derivatives track is finally about to debut. A few days ago, the market leader of the Lighter team leaked rumors that its TGE will take place before the end of the year, with only 3 days left until 2026, so its TGE is very likely to happen soon. The initial trading is limited to the Lighter platform, but Coinbase and Bybit have included it in their roadmaps. OKX and Binance also launched its perpetual contracts early. Polymarket also provided a prediction, with the latest data showing that the market's betting probability of airdrop this year has risen to 88%, and the total trading volume in this market has reached $14.85 million. Exchange MEXC's Launchpad

Crypto Industry Faces Realignment as 2025 Becomes a ‘Trump Year’ of Overestimation Yat Siu, co-founder of Animoca Brands, reflects on 2025 as a pivotal year characterized by overconfidence in the political influence of Donald Trump. Contrary to expectations that Trump’s presidency would bolster

The browser extension v2.68 of the cryptocurrency wallet Trust Wallet has been reported to have a security vulnerability, leading to approximately $7 million in user funds being stolen. Binance founder CZ stated that Trust Wallet will fully compensate affected users for their losses and urged users of this version to take immediate measures to ensure wallet security. Trust Wallet users experienced a carefully planned vulnerability attack on Christmas Day, ultimately losing about $7 million. Reports indicate that the attack was already being planned as early as early December. Cybersecurity firm SlowMist also stated that these malicious extensions have been exporting users' personal information. Trust Wallet previously posted on X that the Trust Wallet browser extension version 2.68 was affected by a security incident.

Content Summary: Peter_Techub News Quantum Threats May Emerge Within 15 Years; Without Changing Bitcoin's Block Size, Transitioning to Quantum-Resistant Addresses Would Take 20 Years — Exclusive Interview with Professor Ding Jintai, Dean of the School of Mathematics and Physics at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, a Global Pioneer in Post-Quantum Cryptography By the end of 2025, quantum computing technology is expected to develop rapidly. The latest report from the German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) indicates that significant breakthroughs in quantum error correction were achieved in 2024. Conservative estimates suggest that quantum computers capable of cryptography-related calculations could appear within 15 years. This transforms the "quantum threat" faced by Bitcoin and the entire digital financial system from a distant hypothetical to an imminent reality: once large-scale quantum computers mature, the current public key cryptography system will be vulnerable, and all encrypted assets will face the risk of being exposed. In this exclusive interview, Techub

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson says he will stop using X at the end of December, with a “digital twin” set to take over his account in January, an unusual handoff that reshapes how one of

Gate Research Institute Daily Report: On December 29, under the combined effects of the Christmas holiday and the low liquidity environment before and after New Year's Day, the crypto market continued its structural recovery trend. BTC rebounded above $88,000, while ETH hovered around the $3,000 mark, with market sentiment remaining cautious. In terms of daily hot topics, TOKEN, TAKE, and RIVER showed active performance driven by speculation, staking incentives, and product mechanisms. On the Alpha side, Polymarket Builders' weekly trading volume surpassed $50 million, reaching a new high, Uniswap completed the historic burn of 100 million UNI tokens and advanced the fee rebate mechanism, and Solana co-founder Toly expressed optimism with a prediction that the stablecoin market cap will surpass one trillion dollars.

The previous wallet track was a quiet battle behind the scenes of Tee's underlying infrastructure. Many viewers' grandpas are urging for updates backstage, so the Fourteen Lord will make another splash in 2025. Hyperliquid is undoubtedly the hottest topic of the year. This time, let's take an insider's look to connect the dots—examining wallets, exchanges, DEXs, and AI trading to see how they are all vying for dominance here! 1. Background In 2025, I have basically studied all the Perps-type (perpetual trading platforms) available on the market. I witnessed the hype market’s 5x growth and peak halving (9->50+->25). Amidst the ups and downs, is it really that competitors have left it behind? Or is it due to its hip3 and builder?

Article by: thedefinvestor Compiled by: Plain Blockchain According to Polymarket data, the largest perpetual contract DEX without a token—Lighter—is expected to launch its Token on December 29. Although its team has not publicly confirmed the specific date of the TGE (Token Generation Event), Polymarket indicates a 73% probability of an airdrop on December 29, possibly based on insider bets. Additionally, Lighter's user interface recently added an airdrop registration form, which will expire on December 26. Lighter founder Vladimir Novakovski and his wife have hinted that the TGE will take place during the holiday season, and he recently posted on his X (formerly