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“Hard to Argue With a 276 IQ”: Dogecoin Responds as Entrepreneur Says He Is a Big Fan of DOGE

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“Hard to Argue With a 276 IQ”: Dogecoin Responds as Entrepreneur Says He Is a Big Fan of DOGE

The official Dogecoin ecosystem X account has responded to an endorsement from the entrepreneur who claims to hold the world’s highest IQ.

YoungHoon Kim is making a lot of crypto friends lately. The once-devoted Bitcoin maximalist appears to be dispersing his enthusiasm for the industry beyond the largest cryptocurrency by market cap.

For the uninitiated, Kim claims to be the world’s smartest man, boasting of an intelligence quotient (IQ) of 276. His bio also shows that he is an ambassador for World Liberty Financial (WLFI) and an advisor to the PENGU meme coin project.

Huge Dogecoin Fan

In an X post earlier this morning, he now claims to be a “big fan of DOGE.” The post suggests his admiration for the Dogecoin ecosystem, as he continues to shift away from his earlier Bitcoin-only stance.

Expectedly, the post sparked conversations in the crypto community, especially among Dogecoin enthusiasts. Proponents of the doggy-themed lighthearted meme coin nodded to his admiration and, in the same vein, expressed their commitment to the project.

A user highlighted that Elon Musk, the wealthiest man on earth, and now Kim, both love DOGE. “The rest of the world will catch up soon,” he added.

Interestingly, the official X account of the DOGE ecosystem also noticed Kim’s post. In response, it stated that it is hard to argue with an IQ of 276.

Kim Goes Multi-Coin

The entrepreneur’s post comes after flirting with the XRP community for a while. Last week, he disclosed that he would now be buying XRP, drawing praise from the community.

After that, he incessantly made bullish calls for the fourth-largest cryptocurrency by market cap. Two days ago, he projected that XRP could reach $100 per coin over the next five years based on his “personal views.”

Over the weekend, he claimed that XRP would show short-term movement. This added to his earlier comments that the coin will make a new all-time high by the end of this year.

Notably, his flirtation with Bitcoin, XRP, and now Dogecoin has raised questions over his real intentions. The three ecosystems have some of the largest communities in the crypto space, and some believe he may be seeking attention.

Kim to Launch Crypto Project

Meanwhile, the self-acclaimed holder of the highest IQ is also launching a project. He named it LAMB276, which, according to the bio, will be a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO).

Further details from a December 13 post indicate the project will launch next week, with the token launch on Christmas.

XRP Crashed 48% Since Ripple Co-founder Larsen Sold $200M, But There’s More

Sam Wisdom Raphael
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XRP Crashed 48% Since Ripple Co-founder Larsen Sold $200M, But There’s More

A CryptoQuant author points out that XRP has dropped nearly 50% since Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen sold millions, but there’s more to the story.

This disclosure came from JA Maartunn, CryptoQuant’s community analyst, amid XRP’s current struggles, as the crypto asset finally relinquishes the pivotal $2 support level. For context, after holding above $2 despite the persistent downtrend, XRP eventually closed below the support on Dec. 14 for the first time in three weeks.

The last time XRP closed a daily candle below $2 was on Nov. 22, and before that was April 10, about eight months ago. With the $2 cushion lost, XRP has tumbled further, changing hands around $1.88, as it extends its year-to-date loss to 9.46%, on track to record its first annual bearish close since 2022.

The Ripple Co-founder Sale

Maartunn recently took advantage of the latest price collapse to spotlight a previous disclosure from him. For context, when XRP traded strongly above the $3 mark in July, the Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen sold off about $200 million worth of XRP tokens. Maartunn highlighted this, calling XRP holders the “exit liquidity.”

Expectedly, his choice of words did not sit well with the broader XRP community, with some proponents pointing out that even company CEOs like Mark Zuckerberg do sell some of their firms’ shares. Others called attention to large-scale sales also conducted by Bitcoin miners.

Today, XRP has dropped 48% from the $3.6 price it traded for when Larsen sold off some of his stash. Maartunn was quick to highlight this, noting how he faced criticism for only presenting a warning. “But sure… nothing to worry about, right?” The analyst remarked.

XRP Decline Largely Driven by Broader Market Weakness

Maartunn’s latest commentary implies a direct link between Larsen’s XRP sale and the token’s recent underperformance, which does not reflect the broader reality. 

Notably, XRP’s price decline comes from a market-wide downturn affecting major crypto assets across the board, rather than from any isolated sale or inherent structural weakness specific to the token.

For context, XRP has declined 48% from its July peak of $3.6, while Bitcoin (BTC) has fallen 30% from its July high of $123,000. Ethereum (ETH) has also retreated sharply, sliding 41% from its August peak of $4,955. On a year-to-date basis, XRP’s 9.46% decline shows greater resilience than ETH’s 11.93% drop, though it trails Bitcoin, which is down a comparatively modest 7.64%.

Overall, the global crypto market has erased more than $1.36 trillion from its valuation since reaching a peak of $4.27 trillion on Oct. 6. Of this figure, XRP accounts for $74.61 billion, while Ethereum represents a substantially larger $220 billion. As expected, Bitcoin bears the greatest share of the losses, shedding roughly $780 million over the same period.

Meanwhile, the daily XRP chart shows that the crypto token had only closed below $2 three times this year. Interestingly, each time this happened alongside a drop in the RSI to the 30 region, XRP bounced back shortly after. The latest instance marks the fourth time XRP has closed below $2, with the RSI now at 34. However, it remains unclear if the same trend will repeat.

XRP Close Below $2
XRP Close Below $2

Shiba Inu Enters U.S. Regulated Derivatives Market With New Coinbase Launch

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Shiba Inu Enters U.S. Regulated Derivatives Market With New Coinbase Launch

Coinbase has expanded regulated access to crypto derivatives by launching U.S. perpetual-style futures for Shiba Inu and several other altcoins. 

In an announcement shared on X, the exchange confirmed that its 1k SHIB Index, introduced earlier this year, is now live for trading on Coinbase Derivatives. Notably, the product is available 24/7 to both retail and institutional traders through approved Futures Commission Merchants (FCMs).

 

Besides SHIB, the rollout also features major altcoins such as Cardano, Avalanche, Dogecoin, Sui, Polkadot, Hedera, Bitcoin Cash, Litecoin, and Chainlink. Notably, the inclusion of meme coins in this lineup, specifically Shiba Inu, has attracted attention.

From Meme to Regulated Market Exposure

Indeed, Shiba Inu, the second-largest meme coin, has now taken a major step forward by entering U.S.-regulated perpetual-style futures markets.

Reacting to the development, Shiba Inu community member RuggRat argued that SHIB’s inclusion in regulated markets demonstrates its evolution beyond meme status, noting that entry into such markets is a milestone that meme coins rarely achieve. 

Accordingly, he argues that the move shows that Shiba Inu is no longer competing with meme coins. In his view, the product places SHIB within the same regulatory framework as more established assets such as Bitcoin and Ethereum.  

Shiba Inu Expanding Regulatory Validation 

According to RuggRat, the Coinbase listing adds to Shiba Inu’s growing list of regulatory milestones. He noted that SHIB has already been added to Japan’s green list alongside Ethereum and Bitcoin after passing strict transparency, compliance, and technical reviews. 

This approval also makes SHIB eligible for Japan’s proposed 20% flat crypto tax, a significant reduction compared to the country’s previous crypto tax regime of up to 55%. He argued that the developments confer regulated-grade approval on SHIB. 

Growing Institutional Adoption 

Contrary to claims that Shiba Inu has yet to attract institutional adoption, RuggRat argues that the trend is already underway. He highlighted several indicators that support this view, such as SHIB’s inclusion in T. Rowe Price ETF filing in the U.S., Valour’s launch of a SEK-denominated ETP focused on the token across European markets, Gemini’s SHIB perpetual contracts, and the Coinbase 1k Shib Index. 

He further stressed that beyond market access, Shiba Inu’s ecosystem has continued to expand on the technical front. The project’s L2 network, Shibarium, is fully operational, with an L3 privacy solution currently underway. 

Additional ecosystem components mentioned include K9 Finance DAO’s liquid staking, active audits, and growing dApp deployments. These milestones, he argues, differentiate SHIB from many meme tokens, including Floki and Dogecoin, which lack comparable infrastructure. 

What if You Hold 1,000 XRP and the XRP Price Rockets Like BNB

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What if You Hold 1,000 XRP and the XRP Price Rockets Like BNB

What would be the worth of 1,000 XRP tokens if XRP recorded an explosive rally similar to what BNB witnessed earlier this year?

BNB is one of only two crypto assets seeing gains this year, despite the ongoing market turbulence, being the token with the largest year-to-date increase. For context, the global crypto market cap has lost $1.25 trillion since its peak of $4.27 trillion in October, with BNB contributing $69 billion to this loss, down 35% within this period.

BNB Maintains Positive Yearly Performance

However, this recent downward push has not flipped its yearly performance, as BNB retains a 26.88% year-to-date increase, the largest gainer among the top 10 crypto assets in this timeframe. In contrast, eight of the top 10 assets are seeing losses this year: Bitcoin (-4.27%), Ethereum (-6.43%), XRP (-3.95%), and Solana (-30.66%).

BNB’s ability to maintain a two-digit gain this year despite the 35% crash from its October peak is largely attributable to the crypto asset’s impressive price rally earlier in the year. For context, while the rest of the market either stalled or saw mild declines, BNB embarked on an impressive run from March to October 2025.

Specifically, BNB started March with a price just above $587 after a downturn during the first two months of the year. However, its fortunes flipped for good from here, leading to an upsurge that pushed the price to the $1,376 all-time high by October 2025. During this period, BNB rallied by an impressive 134% or 2.3x.

What if XRP Replicates BNB’s Earlier Upsurge

While XRP has shown some impressive resilience since the ongoing broader market downturn began in October, its inability to record a similar upsurge means the current drawdown has led to losses this year. However, we recently assessed what the XRP price could be if it replicated this rally from the current position.

Today, XRP has still managed to hold onto the $2 support, currently trading for $2.02 despite two consecutive months of declines. If the crypto asset witnessed a 134% increase from here, its price would rise to $4.72, marking a new all-time high. 

While this may not meet the expectations of some investors, it actually beats gold’s 64% increase this year, which many have regarded as rather impressive. For context, the 64% rise this year would represent gold’s highest yearly increase in 46 years. The last time it saw a larger gain was in 1979, when it rose 136%.

Moreover, investors with substantial holdings would see their investments yield massive profits if XRP does replicate BNB’s 134% rise. For instance, those with 1 million XRP worth $2.03 million would see returns of $2.69 million. Meanwhile, investors holding around 1,000 XRP, currently valued at $2,030, would have their holdings rise to $4,720, bringing in $2,690.

However, the question remains: is XRP capable of recreating BNB’s 134% increase? The simple answer is yes, considering how it spiked by a more substantial 283% in November 2024 alone, despite the SEC maintaining its legal case against Ripple and the lack of ETFs at the time. Today, the SEC case has concluded, and XRP boasts five existing spot ETFs. Yet, such a run, while possible, is not a guarantee.

CrunchBase Founder Reveals XRP Among His Biggest Crypto Investments

Abdulkarim Abdulwahab
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CrunchBase Founder Reveals XRP Among His Biggest Crypto Investments

Michael Arrington, founder of TechCrunch and CrunchBase, has revealed that XRP is among his largest personal crypto holdings. 

Specifically, he shared that XRP is one of his top five crypto positions by total dollar value. The list also includes Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), which many investors consider safer, big-name coins. Additionally, it features Solana and Immutable (IMX), which are also prominent blockchain projects.

The post drew heavy engagement, with responses ranging from Bitcoin-only portfolios to diversified mixes. Several industry figures, including Tony Edward, echoed Arrington’s approach, listing XRP alongside BTC, ETH, and other major tokens.

 

Long-Standing Public Support for XRP

Notably, Arrington’s inclusion of XRP is neither new nor unexpected. Over the past year, he has repeatedly shown public support for XRP

In November, Arrington pushed back against narratives dismissing Ripple’s value or the utility of the XRP Ledger. 

He has argued that claims suggesting Ripple is worthless outside of XRP rely on flawed assumptions and ignore real-world usage and investment activity around the ecosystem. His stance contrasts with critics who downplay XRP’s role in institutional finance.

In other words, his latest statement reflects his ongoing position on XRP, not a sudden change.

Institutional Momentum Tied Directly to Arrington Capital

Beyond online discussion, Arrington’s bullish stance on XRP also ties closely to direct institutional involvement. In October, Arrington Capital, the investment firm he founded, joined Ripple and SBI Holdings to back Evernorth’s plan to create the world’s most extensive institutional XRP treasury.

The project also aims to boost institutional adoption, grow activity on the XRP Ledger, and support use cases such as DeFi and XRP-backed lending. This makes Arrington not just a vocal supporter but an active player in XRP’s institutional growth.

XRP Derivatives and Market Performance Highlights

Arrington has also highlighted XRP’s growing presence in regulated markets. Earlier this year, he pointed to rising activity around XRP futures on the CME. 

Since then, XRP futures have expanded rapidly, reaching a record open interest of around $3 billion in late October 2025.

In a March tweet, Arrington highlighted XRP as the best-performing asset among majors over the past 90 days, 180 days, the past year, and the three-year time frame. Meanwhile, XRP no longer holds the performance records he cited.

A Signal, Not a Prediction

Ultimately, Arrington’s portfolio doesn’t predict XRP’s price, but it sends a clear message. XRP remains a key holding for a top tech investor, supported by real institutional developments rather than just hype.

XRP ETFs Finally Cross $1B Netflows After 21 Days of Consistent Inflows

Sam Wisdom Raphael
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XRP ETFs Finally Cross $1B Netflows After 21 Days of Consistent Inflows

XRP ETFs have now crossed the $1 billion mark in cumulative net inflows, becoming the second fastest to reach this milestone, only behind Bitcoin ETFs.

This is according to data aggregated by market analytics resource Sosovalue. Notably, the four XRP ETFs ended the previous week with $990.91 million in cumulative net inflows. 

XRP ETFs Finally Cross $1B Net Inflows

They finally hit the $1 billion mark following a $10.89 million daily inflow on Dec. 15, starting the week on a strong note while the broader crypto ETF market witnesses mixed performances. This came nearly two weeks after they crossed the $800 million marker.

XRP ETFs Cross $1B Inflows Sosovalue
XRP ETFs Cross $1B Inflows | Sosovalue

Of the $1 billion cumulative net inflow figure, the Canary Capital XRP ETF (XRPC), which launched first on Nov. 13, contributes the most, amounting to $376.5 million. Meanwhile, the Grayscale XRP ETF (GXRP) accounts for $219.76 million, while the Bitwise XRP ETF (XRP) sees $212.58 million. For the Franklin Templeton XRP ETF (XRPZ), the fund has seen $192.96 million in net inflows.

XRP Becomes Second-Fastest to Hit the Milestone

Interestingly, the XRP ETF products crossed the $1 billion net inflow milestone 21 days after the launch of the first product, making them the second-fastest crypto funds to reach this level, only behind Bitcoin ETFs, which hit the same milestone after only four days.

Notably, despite XRP being much smaller than Ethereum in market size and the lack of XRP ETF products from heavyweights like BlackRock and Fidelity, XRP beat ETH in the time taken to hit the $1 billion inflow mark. For context, even with products from Fidelity and BlackRock, it took Ethereum ETFs 96 days to reach the same mark.

Specifically, after their launch on July 23, 2024, the Ethereum ETFs underperformed immensely, seeing net outflows from July 24 to 29. Over the next weeks, the products saw mixed netflow performances, unlike XRP ETFs, which have maintained a positive net inflow record since launch. Ethereum ETFs only crossed $1 billion in cumulative net inflow on Dec. 5, 2024.

One of the factors that contributed to XRP’s feat was the ETFs’ impressive run of form since their launch last month. Specifically, the XRP ETFs have not recorded a single day of net outflows since they began trading in mid-November, maintaining their positive streak despite the market weakness.

Solana Products Lag

While Solana ETFs also saw a similar perfect record for the first 21 days of trading, from Oct. 28 to Nov. 25, they only hit $621.32 million in cumulative net inflows on the 21st day due to their lower daily inflow figures. The Solana ETFs have still not crossed the $1 billion marker, currently at $676 million in cumulative flows, despite launching nearly two weeks before the XRP funds.

Notably, the latest XRP ETF milestone comes a week after Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse commended the products for reaching $1 billion in total net assets. Today, the products now boast $1.12 billion in total net assets following the latest performance. However, actual figures from the issuers themselves may vary.

Dr Stevenson Reveals Importance of CFTC-Regulated Bitnomial Accepting XRP as Margin Collateral

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Dr Stevenson Reveals Importance of CFTC-Regulated Bitnomial Accepting XRP as Margin Collateral

Dr. Kamilah Stevenson has identified the importance of U.S.-regulated derivatives exchange Bitnomial accepting XRP as margin collateral.

While this occurred a month ago, this move drew little attention as XRP continued to struggle with broader market weakness amid a 4% price decline this year.

While the market largely ignored the development, financial market commentator Dr. Kamilah Stevenson believes it represents a change in XRP’s role within the financial system.

Bitnomial Now Accepts XRP as Collateral

In a recent commentary, Stevenson explained that many investors missed the announcement because it did not come with an immediate price jump. She noted that market participants often focus on price movements while overlooking important changes happening behind the scenes. 

According to her, when regulators adjust the major structure of financial markets, any asset integrated into the new framework takes on a new level of importance. She stressed that XRP’s acceptance as collateral indicates a change in market position.

Stevenson argued that the decision was a quiet but important step that moves XRP further into institutional finance. She noted that this integration carries more weight than hype-driven narratives around meme coins, chart patterns, or ETF speculation. 

To her, the development indicates changes in financial structure rather than market excitement. However, despite the optimism, she clarified that her analysis focused on education and system mechanics, not investment advice.

How Important is This Development?

According to the market commentator, Bitnomial operates under CFTC regulation, and collateral plays a major role in derivatives markets. Stevenson explained that institutions only post assets they trust to remain liquid, reliable, and ready for settlement. 

She compared collateral assets to instruments such as gold, U.S. Treasuries, and major currency pairs, and emphasized that regulators do not allow unstable assets to secure leveraged positions. For context, this comes months after Bitnomial became the first regulated exchange to launch XRP futures in the U.S.

Stevenson also pointed out that regulators raised no objections after Bitnomial recently approved XRP as collateral. She added that the DTCC expanded settlement windows around the same time, a step that usually accompanies upgrades to settlement and collateral systems. 

The pundit explained how important collateral is to the global derivatives market, which spans hundreds of trillions of dollars. Because of this scale, only assets capable of handling massive settlement demands can serve this role. 

Stevenson believes XRP’s inclusion shows that institutions and regulators now treat it as a commodity-grade settlement asset rather than a purely speculative token.

How Could XRP Price React?

According to her, collateral use also affects supply dynamics. She said institutions typically lock up assets posted as margin instead of trading them on exchanges. 

As XRP moves into custody for collateral purposes, the market commentator expects the circulating supply to tighten. Over time, she believes rising institutional demand combined with reduced supply can support higher valuations through basic market mechanics.

She also stressed that large derivatives markets cannot function with low-value or unreliable assets. Stevenson noted that gold, Bitcoin, and major currency pairs gained value as derivatives markets adopted them. Notably, collateral status does not follow price trends; instead, valuation adjusts to meet the demands of institutional use.

Speaking further, Stevenson added that XRP can now appear on institutional balance sheets in ways that were not previously possible. She said firms can hold XRP, pledge it, lend against it, and include it in structured financial products. 

She argued that this development removes a major barrier that once limited institutional participation due to regulatory uncertainty.

Visa Expands Crypto Footprint with Stablecoin Advisory Practice Launch

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Visa Expands Crypto Footprint with Stablecoin Advisory Practice Launch

Visa has announced a new product focused on providing banks with insights and recommendations on stablecoin strategy and implementation.

Payment giant Visa has announced the launch of another crypto-related product. In a press release on Monday, it confirmed the launch of the Stablecoin Advisory Practice aimed at facilitating institutional use of stablecoins.

Visa Launches New Rail to Spur Stablecoin Adoption

Notably, Visa Consulting & Analytics (VCA) would offer this new service to prospective clients. The target for this service is financial technology (fintech) firms, merchants, and “businesses of all sizes.”

The VCA aims to provide them with the right market fits, strategies, and stablecoin implementations to facilitate their adoption of stablecoin. Remarkably, this becomes the latest cryptocurrency focused on the stablecoin sector.

Visa, which is part of the Paxos-led Global Dollar Network (USDG), has a $3.5 billion stablecoin annualized run rate as of November 30, as its volume surges in response to growing interest in fiat-pegged currencies. The firm noted that it intends to help businesses unlock this success through the new Stablecoins Advisory Practice.

The program will provide stablecoin training, strategy development, and support for technology integration. It will also equip participating firms with use case sizing and go-to-market strategies.

Growing Stablecoin Adoption

Remarkably, stablecoin adoption is gradually growing as a rail for seamless transactions, steering its rapid growth over the past few days. Per CoinMarketCap, the sector’s valuation stands at $318.5 billion, with Tether’s USDT accounting for the majority.

Notably, prominent firms are beginning to adopt stablecoins. Last week, YouTube introduced a payout allowing creators to receive payouts in stablecoins. This comes after Sony launched its own USD-backed stablecoin in the United States for gamers and anime lovers.

Meanwhile, there are projections that this trajectory will continue. According to the US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, the sector will grow to $2 trillion in the coming days.

WLFI CEO Confirms XRP Pair Against USD1 Is Coming to Binance

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WLFI CEO Confirms XRP Pair Against USD1 Is Coming to Binance

World Liberty Financial (WLFI) co-founder and CEO Zach Witkoff has confirmed that the XRP/USD1 trading pair is set to launch on Binance.

The move marks the latest expansion of the USD1 stablecoin pair. Witkoff shared the update via social media, highlighting the stablecoin pair alongside DOGE/USD1 and SUI/USD1. He added that the launch reflects the continued global adoption of USD1 as a trading and settlement option.

XRP/USD1 Added as Binance Expands USD1 Markets

According to Binance’s official announcement, trading for XRP/USD1, DOGE/USD1, and SUI/USD1 will go live tomorrow, December 16, at 08:00 UTC.

This move expands Binance’s USD1-denominated markets and provides another major liquidity venue for XRP. The addition supports WLFI’s goal of increasing USD1 adoption on major exchanges.

Trading Bots Support and Zero-Fee Incentives

Binance also confirmed that Spot Algo Orders will be enabled for XRP/USD1, DOGE/USD1, and SUI/USD1 at launch. Additionally, Spot Grid and Spot DCA services will be available for BNB/USD1, SOL/USD1, and ETH/USD1.

To boost early liquidity, Binance is rolling out fee promotions for the new USD1 pairs. During the promotion, users at VIP levels 2 through 9, along with Spot Liquidity Providers, will be able to trade XRP/USD1, DOGE/USD1, and SUI/USD1 without paying any maker or taker fees.

Standard fees will still apply to regular users and VIP 1 accounts. Binance noted that during the promotion, trading volumes from these pairs will not count toward VIP tier calculations or liquidity provider programs for higher-tier users, and discounts such as BNB fee reductions will not apply.

Implications for XRP and Broader Expansion

The addition of XRP/USD1 on Binance provides XRP holders with another stablecoin trading option. The new pair offers greater flexibility and could boost liquidity as USD1 adoption spreads across major exchanges.

Notably, earlier this month, XRP became available for trading against the Hong Kong Dollar (HKD) on OSL’s licensed platform for professional investors. Deposits and withdrawals are supported via the XRP Ledger, with trading available for XRP/USD, XRP/USDT, and XRP/HKD.

This development allows Hong Kong investors to trade XRP directly in HKD, reducing currency conversion friction and strengthening XRP’s presence in the city’s regulated crypto market.

Here are Two Major Milestones for Saylor as Strategy Acquires 10K+ Bitcoin in Latest Scoop

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Here are Two Major Milestones for Saylor as Strategy Acquires 10K+ Bitcoin in Latest Scoop

CryptoQuant analyst JA Maartunn highlights two impressive milestones by Saylor’s Strategy after its latest Bitcoin purchase.

Maartunn called attention to these milestones on the back of the company’s recent announcement. For context, Strategy confirmed in a filing on Dec. 15, 2025, that it acquired 10,645 Bitcoin between Dec. 8 and 14, 2025, committing a total of $980.3 million, including transaction-related costs.

Strategy Buys 10K+ Bitcoin in Latest Play

The company paid an average price of $92,098 per Bitcoin during the buying window. With Bitcoin currently trading for $89,488, the latest purchase is now at an unrealized loss of nearly $28 million, a trend with the company’s recent buys.

However, Strategy remains unfazed. With this addition, the firm’s total Bitcoin holdings have increased to 671,268 BTC at press time. The company has now invested roughly $50.33 billion in Bitcoin overall, with an average purchase price of $74,972 per coin. 

Notably, Strategy funded the latest acquisition through its at-the-market equity program, drawing capital from several securities offerings. During the same one-week period, the company sold 163,306 shares of its 10.00% Series A Perpetual Strife Preferred Stock, generating $18.0 million in net proceeds. 

It also issued 7,036 shares of its 8.00% Series A Perpetual Strike Preferred Stock, raising $0.6 million, and sold 1,029,202 shares of its 10.00% Series A Perpetual Stride Preferred Stock, which delivered $82.2 million after commissions.

In addition to preferred stock sales, Strategy raised the bulk of its funding through its Class A common stock. The company sold 4,789,664 common shares, securing $888.2 million in net proceeds. 

Altogether, Strategy generated approximately $989.0 million from these equity sales during the period, closely aligning with the capital deployed for the Bitcoin purchase.

The filing also shows that Strategy retains substantial capacity to issue additional securities across its various programs, leaving room for future capital raises if the company decides to expand its Bitcoin position further.

Two Major Milestones for Saylor

Speaking on this purchase, Maartunn highlighted two important milestones Michael Saylor has attained with Strategy. According to him, Strategy’s total Bitcoin investment has now exceeded the $50 billion mark, currently sitting at $50.33 billion.

Strategy Total Bitcoin Investments CryptoQuant
Strategy Total Bitcoin Investments | CryptoQuant

Notably, this $50.33 billion investment, which began with a $250 million purchase in August 2020, has scooped up 671,268 BTC, according to the press release. With these assets currently worth $60.07 billion, Strategy is still seeing paper profits of over $10 billion on its investment despite Bitcoin’s current struggles.

Meanwhile, for the second milestone, Maartunn pointed out that Strategy’s year-to-date Bitcoin investments for 2025 have already surpassed the peaks from previous years. For context, 2024 previously held the record for the most Bitcoin investments by Strategy, as the firm spent $21.97 billion to scoop up 257,250 BTC last year. 

Strategy USD Amount Invested by Year CryptoQuant
Strategy USD Amount Invested by Year | CryptoQuant

Now, with the latest $980 million investment, Strategy has spent a whopping $22.46 billion to purchase 225,228 BTC so far in 2025. While the company’s 2024 Investors scooped up more BTC, its 2025 purchases have exceeded the 2024 figure but for less BTC. This is largely due to Bitcoin’s higher values this year, leading to higher cost prices.

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