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• [New] Cardano ADA forecast lifts as CFTC clears path for U.S.-regulated crypto trading The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission has approved spot cryptocurrency trading on federally regulated futures exchanges for the first time. BTCPressWire
• [New] Japan is set to revolutionize its cryptocurrency tax system by 2026, introducing a flat 20% tax rate on crypto gains. OKX
• [New] Sustainability Regulations: Stricter global compliance standards will drive wider adoption for tools like continuous emissions monitoring, waste tracking, and blockchain-based traceability. Farmonaut
• [New] When AI infrastructure spending hits $1.5 trillion in 2026, and energy companies scramble to meet demand, the next big cryptocurrency 2026 winners will be AI-focused projects with actual working technology. blockchainreporter
• [New] In Georgia, the national land registry has experimented with blockchain to record property transactions, aiming to give citizens greater confidence in ownership records and reducing opportunities for fraud. Tony Blair Institute
• [New] In Singapore, the government-led TradeTrust framework uses blockchain to authenticate and exchange electronic trade documents across jurisdictions, supporting faster customs clearance and reducing fraud risks. Tony Blair Institute
• [New] Nexchain: AI + infra momentum heading into 2026 Nexchain blends blockchain infrastructure with AI-enabled architecture. BTCPressWire
• [New] By 2025, many organizations will be experimenting with blockchain-as-a-service platforms to add transparent, tamper-resistant ledgers to their solutions. Host Merchant Services
• [New] With increasingly institutional and user demand for verified sustainability, 2026 will be the year blockchain proves it can bridge the financial transformation with a climate-conscious future. EvaCodes
• [New] The Treasury further committed to partner with the Reserve Bank of Australia to investigate the potential issuance of a central bank digital currency (CBDC), which could potentially leverage blockchain technology to allow for the digital issuance of certain monetary instruments. Crypto Market Predictions News
• [New] AuM is projected to grow at a staggering 41% CAGR, from $90 billion in 2024 to $715 billion by 2030, driven by the maturation of blockchain infrastructure, institutional adoption, as well as the democratization of private markets. PwC
• [New] The tokenization of Real-World Assets is gaining significant momentum in 2025, with DeFi platforms incorporating tangible assets like real estate and stocks onto blockchain networks, expected to unlock new liquidity and grow to $16 trillion by 2030. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
• [New] Governments in Mexico will enhance data sovereignty through national blockchain infrastructure, enabling secure digital public services. Mobility Foresights
• [New] Huge Investments are predicted in 2025 through venture capital in enterprises within the Web3 space, bolstering the recently discovered, ever-growing investors' confidence in blockchain and open decentralized technologies. eSparkBiz Technologies Pvt Ltd
• [New] From disruptive AI applications to blockchain breakthroughs, immersive experiences, and quantum advancements, DATE MENA is where ideas are turned into action, and innovation meets execution. Kanebridge News
• [New] Turkmenistan has made a landmark decision to permit cryptocurrency trading and mining, introducing a comprehensive regulatory system that will come into force in 2026. Bitget
• [New] Around the world, governments and regulators at the various regulatory bodies are raising awareness of the role that blockchain can play in reputation, risk and reporting systems for sustainable finance. Medium
• [New] Google's crazy tool sparks existential questions about when centralized compute and advanced tooling could make certain blockchain primitives redundant - or, alternatively, force blockchains to evolve into new roles. News, Events, Advertising Options
• [New] By 2025, blockchain will play an increasingly important role in enhancing trust among stakeholders while streamlining business processes. SMS-iT Blog
• [New] In 2025, Gate Mining will maintain its leadership in transforming cryptocurrency mining into a high-cost, high-energy practice into a modern, responsible, and inclusive digital operation. TechBullion
• [New] Morgan Stanley Wealth Management will leverage iCapital's blockchain-powered technology to standardize trade workflows and enhance data transparency for subscription onboarding of alternative investment funds. Yahoo Finance
• The unique technological advantages of Hedera Hashgraph, combined with growing enterprise adoption, position HBAR as a cryptocurrency with substantial long-term potential. CryptoRank
• Since blockchain technology is expected to continue evolving in 2025, developers need to keep security vulnerabilities in mind. Security Briefing

Last updated: 14 December 2025