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As the year ends, the Bitcoin market shows a wait-and-see attitude, with traders shifting their hopes for a rally to early 2026. Options data and seasonal factors suggest limited short-term movement, while long-term sentiment remains positive.

In a year-end market update, Didi Taihuttu discusses bullish news like Klarna’s crypto integration and a Satoshi statue at the NYSE, but remains cautious. He advises watching Bitcoin’s monthly close on New Year’s Eve, warning a drop below $87,700 could trigger a crash to $56,000.

Several crypto analysts are pointing to what they call blatant market manipulation as the primary force behind Bitcoin’s recent price action, noting that both good and bad news seem to trigger price drops. They cite recurring patterns, such as sharp declines during the U.S. market open, as evidence of coordinated efforts by large firms.

Coinbase is preparing to launch prediction markets and tokenized stocks, marking a significant expansion beyond traditional cryptocurrency trading. The move, reported by Bloomberg, aims to diversify the platform’s offerings and tap into rapidly growing markets.

Following the launch of several XRP ETFs, analysts are speculating about a significant price increase for the token. One analyst predicts a surge to $10 within a year, citing strong institutional inflows, while others draw parallels to the 2017 bull run.

Despite signals on the derivatives market that typically precede a rebound, XRP is struggling to attract buyers. The price dipped below $2, and both open interest and on-chain activity remain low, indicating a lack of confidence.

The U.S. Federal Reserve is subtly easing financial conditions, with the key SOFR rate dropping to a three-year low. This quiet liquidity expansion is generally seen as a positive signal for risk assets like Bitcoin.

President Trump is set to interview final candidates for the next Federal Reserve chair. A new leader aligned with Trump’s push for lower interest rates could boost liquidity and positively impact the crypto market in 2026.

Revolut and Trust Wallet have launched a partnership allowing European users to buy crypto and have it sent directly to a self-custody wallet, simplifying the process and giving users immediate control over their assets.

World Mobile Token (WMTX), a project building a decentralized telecom network, is now listed on Bitvavo and saw its price jump by 30% in a single day. The project aims to give users control over their data and connectivity, moving away from traditional telecom giants.