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SOUTH KOREA TO ALLOW CORPORATE FIRMS TO INVEST IN CRYPTO: WHAT’S NEXT?

▪️FSC’s new policy allows businesses to participate in digital asset investments legally.

▪️FSC proposes raising stock ownership limits for companies from 5% to 15%.

▪️Over 30% of South Koreans actively trade cryptocurrencies, indicating significant market growth.

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RIPPLE’S RLUSD GEARS UP FOR EXCHANGE LISTINGS – WHAT IT MEANS FOR CRYPTO’S FUTURE

Ripple RLUSD stablecoin enters new markets through major cryptocurrency exchange platforms. Ripple President Monica Long confirms “imminent” expansion plans. The move aims to cut down crypto market volatility. During her Bloomberg interview, Long said, “RLUSD will become a key component of Ripple’s payment infrastructure.”

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BRICS TO KEEP DITCHING THE US DOLLAR IN 2025: ALLIANCE CONFIRMS

On the heels of immense threats from the West and geopolitical concerns brewing, the BRICS economic alliance appears to remain steadfast in its commitment to ditching the US dollar in 2025. Indeed, the collective has seemingly confirmed the matter, as recent discussion pointed to their belief in de-dollarization as a certain necessity.

US President-elect Donald Trump has been outspoken in his defense of the greenback. Throughout this campaign for reelection, he continually reiterated the importance of keeping the dollar as the world’s currency. After his victory, he issued a warning to BRICS specifically, threatening 100% tariffs on the bloc seeking to create their own dollar alternative.BRICS to Keep Ditching the US Dollar Despite Trump Threats And There’s One Key Reason Why

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RIPPLE CAPS RLUSD SUPPLY AT 53.1M: WHAT’S DRIVING THE MOVE?

▪️Ripple’s deliberate pacing of RLUSD issuance reflects a commitment to regulatory compliance and long-term ecosystem stability.

▪️Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse expressed confidence in the incoming Trump administration’s potential to boost crypto innovation and job growth.

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BRICS NEWS:  BRICS MAKES HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT ON COMMON CURRENCY

The BRICS alliance is working towards the formation of a common currency for trade settlements to sideline the US dollar. Russian Deputy Foreign Minister, Sergey Ryabkov confirmed that the currency is on the table and will be a reality soon. He explained that the bloc is working on payment-clearing mechanisms, which will also include insurance systems for goods and cargo.

He stressed that the BRICS common currency is real and will be unveiled to the world becoming an alternative option to the US dollar. “Not only it exists. It is not hypothetical,” Ryabkov said during a press conference when asked if the currency is a real idea.

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JUST-IN: US CFTC CHAIR ROSTIN BEHNAM TO DEPART ON JANUARY 20

US CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam is reportedly stepping down from his role on January 20, the same date when Donald Trump will sworn in for the Presidential Chair.

▪️US CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam is reportedly stepping down from his role this month.

▪️He is scheduled to depart on January 20, the same date when US SEC Chair Gary Gensler will also step down.

▪️Although no specific reasons are confirmed, speculations soar over a potential change under Trump Administration.

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FDIC PUBLISHES CRYPTO ‘PAUSE’ LETTERS INCLUDING USDF CONSORTIUM

In response to freedom of information requests by Coinbase, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) published minimally redacted letters sent to banks requesting information about their crypto activities and in most cases asking them to pause activities pending feedback. 

Last year, the FDIC’s Office of Inspector General objected that the FDIC had in most cases failed to provide feedback, leaving activities in limbo and impacting innovation.

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BRICS BRAZIL:  BRAZIL TAKES OVER THE BRICS PRESIDENCY IN 2025

Country takes the helm of the Global South political and economic cooperation forum,

Starting  January 1, 2025, Brazil officially takes the helm of BRICS, the prominent forum for political and economic cooperation among nations of the Global South.

The presidency marks a pivotal moment for the country as it seeks to advance a vision of more sustainable and inclusive global governance, foster deeper economic ties, and mobilize financing to combat climate change.

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RIPPLE SEC CASE: EX-SEC LAWYER AFFIRMS SETTLEMENT IN XRP LAWSUIT

Ripple SEC Case: Ex-SEC lawyer Marc Fagel claims settlement is likely in XRP lawsuit as Trump admin and Paul Atkins may decide not to pursue the appeal.

▪️Former SEC enforcement lawyer Marc Fagel says Ripple SEC case will see a settlement.

▪️He explained that settlement is require due to penalty on hold pending appeal.

▪️Lawyer Jeremy Hogan has predicted an April or May timeline for XRP lawsuit end.

▪️Ripple and XRP will get required boost under the Trump admin and incoming SEC Chair Paul Atkins.

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RIPPLE GOES ON HIRING SPREE IN U.S.

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has revealed that 75% of the company's open job offers are in the U.S.  This is a stunning reversal compared to the previous years, during which the enterprise blockchain company conducted the majority of hiring abroad.  

As of now, Ripple has 31 job openings in San Francisco and New York, with most of them being within the engineering sector.

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FDIC WANTED TO SEND SHOCKWAVES THROUGH BANKS, ACCORDING TO RIPPLE'S TOP LAWYER

Coinbase's top has called on Congress to investigate 'Operation Choke Point 2.0'

Stuart Alderoty, chief legal officer at Ripple, has opined that the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) tried to send "shockwaves" throughout various banks with its intimidating letters.

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RIPPLE PRODUCES 600,000 RLUSD TOKENS WHILE STRATEGICALLY LIMITING CIRCULATING SUPPLY

▪️Ripple strategically increases RLUSD supply while keeping the token’s market cap steady.

▪️RLUSD is 7% over-collateralized, backed by $83 million reserves for enhanced stability.

▪️Ripple limits RLUSD circulation to maintain price stability amid competitive stablecoin markets.

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BEARS, BULLS AND REGULATIONS SHAPE CRYPTO’S 2025 ASPIRATIONS

The global cryptocurrency market is capitalized at over $3 trillion. Much of that value is concentrated at the top, among a few key digital tokens.

Bitcoin, as the first and most widely recognized cryptocurrency, plays a central role in the sector’s valuation, commanding a substantial share. At its highest, bitcoin’s market capitalization has approached $2 trillion, representing roughly two-thirds of the landscape’s overall market value.