Daily Web3 Crypto Market Overview

Bruce

Good evening, welcome to our daily Web3 crypto market overview. Today we delve into the latest happenings in the crypto world, from market trends to regulatory changes. Let's get started.

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As of December 4th, the total market capitalization of cryptocurrencies has reached an impressive $3.75 trillion, with a slight increase of 0.858% since yesterday. Bitcoin is currently priced at $98,607, up by 2.88%, while Ethereum has seen a significant rise of 6.11%, now at $3,835.4. These two cryptocurrencies alone account for over 64% of the total market cap.

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Diving deeper into the performance of Bitcoin and Ethereum, the trading volume for Bitcoin stands at $103.46 billion, which is 26% of the total market transactions. Meanwhile, Ethereum's trading volume is approximately $60.24 billion, making up 15.1% of the market. Both cryptocurrencies continue to show strong performance, reflecting the overall bullish sentiment in the market.

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In regulatory news, former President Donald Trump has announced the nomination of Paul Atkins, a former SEC commissioner, as the new SEC Chair. This nomination is part of Trump’s transition plan and could indicate significant shifts in crypto regulation under his administration.

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Additionally, Binance Futures has just launched new contracts for KAIAUSDT and AEROUSDT with a maximum leverage of 75x. This move is expected to attract more traders to the platform and enhance liquidity in the futures market.

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Coinbase has announced the addition of new cryptocurrencies Gigachad and Turbo to its listing plans. This move reflects Coinbase’s efforts to expand its offerings and provide more options for its users.

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In India, the government has been cracking down on unpaid crypto taxes, with approximately $970 million owed by exchanges such as Binance and WazirX. The Indian finance ministry has successfully recovered a significant portion of this amount, highlighting the increasing scrutiny and regulatory environment for cryptocurrency trading in the country.

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In tech news, Botanix Labs has launched its final test network, Spiderchain, which supports the new Bitcoin layer 2 solution. The expected launch of Spiderchain will be in 2025, and it aims to facilitate transactions with updated Bitcoin stablecoins.

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Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin has made remarks about the continued global development of cryptocurrencies, stating that no one can stop this trend, regardless of the performance of the US dollar.

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Fed Chair Jerome Powell recently compared Bitcoin to digital gold, acknowledging its volatility but asserting that it does not compete with the US dollar, suggesting instead that it rivals gold.

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Lastly, Meitu has completely liquidated its crypto holdings, selling approximately 31,000 Ethereum and 940 Bitcoin for a total revenue of around $180 million. The company plans to use 80% of its earnings to pay special dividends, marking a significant strategic shift in its investment approach.

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That wraps up our crypto market overview for today. Stay tuned for more updates and insights in our next broadcast. Thank you for joining us!