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The article discusses the reasons for dopamine deficiency in prediction markets, pointing out that users' craving for instant feedback affects market liquidity. Short-term market trading volume is low, while long-term markets attract large capital, showing a polarized phenomenon. Specific categories such as real estate predictions have poor liquidity, reflecting a lack of event-driven factors. Meanwhile, geopolitical markets are becoming increasingly active because they can meet multiple needs. In summary, liquidity reflects user psychology and market demand; only markets that provide instant stimulation or long-term hedging opportunities can sustain operation.

Visa recently partnered with UK stablecoin infrastructure provider BVNK to integrate stablecoins into the Visa Direct platform, disrupting traditional payroll methods. This allows companies to disburse salaries at any time, and employees can receive payments instantly, enhancing financial liquidity. This move signals that stablecoin payments will move from the fringe into the mainstream financial system, driving innovation in global payment systems.

ARK Invest founder Cathie Wood emphasizes that the U.S. government will proactively purchase Bitcoin to bolster strategic reserves, expecting this to become a key factor in mainstreaming cryptocurrencies. She points out that Trump views it as political capital and predicts that the government will introduce tax policies to promote the everyday use of cryptocurrencies. This series of measures demonstrates that cryptocurrencies are gradually becoming an important political and economic consideration.

Glassnode's latest report shows positive signs in the Bitcoin market, with long-term holders reducing their selling pressure significantly from 100,000 coins per week to 12,800 coins, indicating that profit-taking behavior has become more moderate. However, BTC still struggles to break through the resistance zone of $93,000 to $110,000, and geopolitical risks remain, so short-term volatility should be approached with caution. Overall, the market still needs time to digest the chips in order to turn around in the future.

Ark Investment's research shows that Bitcoin has entered an institutional maturity phase, with a focus on holding strategies. As the US spot ETF is launched, Bitcoin inflows exceed $50 billion, lowering the entry barrier for institutional funds and driving market liquidity. Predictive models indicate that Bitcoin's target price could reach $300,000 to $1,500,000, with decreasing volatility signaling market maturity. Policy support and clearer regulation provide structural benefits for Bitcoin's rise, indicating a significant shift towards becoming a mature asset.

Entering 2026, although the total market capitalization of the NFT market has increased by over $220 million, the liquidity dilemma remains severe, and the market is mainly a game of existing funds. Investors are gradually shifting towards tangible assets and projects with practical use cases, and the NFT trading landscape is being reshaped, with future development focusing on value backing.

South Korean actress Hwang Jung-eum was sentenced to 2 years in prison, with a 4-year probation, for embezzling funds from her management company to invest in cryptocurrencies, reflecting Korea's societal obsession with digital currencies. She pleaded guilty in court and has fully repaid the funds, but her reputation has been damaged. Many young people, facing high housing prices and unemployment, choose high-risk investments in hopes of turning their fortunes around, highlighting the impact of socio-economic pressures.

A scene in mid-December 2024 has triggered global market attention: Bitcoin dropped from $90,000 to $85,616 within 48 hours, a single-day decline of over 5%. In stark contrast, gold prices remained almost unchanged during the same period. This is not a storm within the crypto circle, but a "tsunami" from Tokyo — the Bank of Japan is about to implement the largest interest rate hike in nearly 30 years. Currently (January 2026), BTC has adjusted to around $88,540, with a market cap returning to $1.77 trillion, but the underlying mechanism warrants in-depth understanding.
Yen arbitrage unwinding triggers global liquidity shocks
It all begins with a seemingly unrelated financial instrument: yen arbitrage trading.
The Bank of Japan has maintained near-zero or negative interest rate policies for a long time, creating the cheapest borrowing source globally. Hedge funds, asset management firms, and trading desks leverage a seemingly simple strategy to

Revolut launches zero-spread exchange service for USD and stablecoins, supporting mainstream stablecoins such as USDT and USDC, covering six blockchains including Ethereum, Solana, and Tron. Users can exchange up to $578,000 every 30 days with no fees, enhancing the flexibility and convenience of asset exchanges. Additionally, Revolut has obtained regulatory approval in Europe, strengthening user trust and providing efficient cross-border payment solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises.

A major wallet converted 323.26 BTC (approximately $31.15 million) into 9,240.6 ETH through ThorChain, reflecting its asset allocation adjustment strategy. To date, the same wallet has exchanged 686 BTC for 19,631 ETH, indicating a bullish outlook on Ethereum. Such large transactions provide important insights into market capital flow directions.

Recently in France, there have been violent robberies targeting high-level executives in the cryptocurrency industry. Victims' families have been restrained and assaulted, demonstrating the methods of organized crime. Crypto assets have become targets for criminals, and the industry needs to strengthen security measures and information protection, while promoting law enforcement and industry cooperation to address the increasingly serious threats.

Digital assets are increasingly embedded within the financial system, marking an irreversible shift from peripheral experimentation to foundational integration. As major banks engage strategically, this transformation signals a fundamental evolution in financial infrastructure, with ongoing regulatory developments ensuring acceptance by 2026.

A whale account achieved nearly $9.9 million in profit through high-frequency trading on the Hyperliquid platform and holds a $310 million long position. However, despite the significant profit, the current holdings also face a floating loss of $1.4 million. The market reaction is swift, and the potential risks cannot be ignored.

In 2025, tech giants reduced their stock holdings by a total of over $19 billion, reflecting adjustments in market risk assessment and wealth allocation strategies. Bezos topped the list of major sellers, while Musk and others avoided tax burdens by pledging their stocks, demonstrating different wealth management approaches. This phenomenon reveals the bubble risk behind the AI boom, with wealthy individuals more inclined to realize wealth at high levels and pursue diversified investments.

2025 has already come to an end. Turning the page, the stories in the crypto world are enough to fill an "Abnormal Drama Collection." From the founder’s mysterious disappearance to hackers being counter-attacked, from "pseudo death and retreat" to identity exposure, this year has been full of dramatic twists. Let’s review the "silly moments" that unfolded in the crypto space this year—these stories are so absurd that they may have surpassed any writer’s imagination.
The most bizarre disappearance of a founder in the crypto world: from the TGE现场 to Northern Myanmar disappearance
In February, the DIN project sparked the first wave of hot topics in the crypto community this year. On the day of the Token Generation Event (TGE), the project founder Harold suddenly vanished into thin air. The team urgently posted a help notice on social media, stating that they had been unable to contact this key person for several hours and even mobilized venture capital firms and media to assist in the search.
What’s even more surreal is that Harold himself explained his "disappearance" on social platforms: he claimed that he was...

The volatility in the crypto market has intensified. Renowned trader Huang Licheng has liquidated his ZEC and HYPE positions, concentrating his funds on Ethereum (ETH). Despite increasing his ETH long positions, leverage effects have resulted in nearly $400,000 in losses, with the account losing over $1.62 million in a week. This adjustment may be a strategic move following the market's sharp fluctuations.