Kraken has added the OMI token to its trading platform, enhancing its asset offerings. OMI, used in the VeVe digital collectibles ecosystem, will be available for app trading once liquidity is sufficient. Kraken plans to announce future asset listings via its Listings Roadmap and social media.

Bybit, the second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, captured the top spot in 24-hour spot trading volume on December 22, 2025, driven by the NIGHT/USDT pair. The exchange reported over $9.2 billion in trading volume, highlighting its robust infrastructure and market position.

In 2025, Nexo expanded into Latin America with the acquisition of Buenbit and formed key sports partnerships. The company enhanced its platform with AI tools and maintained high security standards, completing SOC audits and launching an Anti-Scam Engine.

1inch has integrated SavantChat's AI auditing tools to bolster smart contract security. These tools complement human auditors by embedding security into the development process, offering comprehensive audits and optimizing gas usage. 1inch plans to expand their use, including for the Aqua liquidity protocol.

GAMEE, a subsidiary of Animoca Brands, collaborates with Azuki to launch 'Azuki Alley Escape,' a new Web3 game on Telegram. The game offers interactive gameplay, digital rewards, and community engagement, marking a significant partnership in Web3 entertainment.

Binance has launched an AI-powered feature within its app to enhance trading by providing market insights and personalized ideas. The feature includes tools like AI Search and AI Token Report, aiming to streamline user experience and facilitate informed trading decisions.

OpenFront and EigenCloud's verifiable tournament initiative, using EigenCompute, successfully addressed payment challenges and attracted significant user engagement. This advancement in real-money gaming could revolutionize competitive gaming and onchain economies by ensuring reliable outcomes without centralized adjudication.

Ethereum has outlined the process for its upcoming Hegotá upgrade, inviting headliner proposals from January 8th to February 4th. The community will provide feedback on these proposals, which include the reconsideration of FOCIL. The upgrade aims to introduce significant changes and improvements to the Ethereum network.

Coinbase is set to acquire The Clearing Company to boost its prediction market capabilities, integrating these markets into its existing platform. This acquisition supports Coinbase's goal of becoming the 'Everything Exchange,' allowing users to trade across various asset classes. The deal is expected to close in January, pending customary conditions.

Tether Data's QVAC division has launched QVAC Genesis II, significantly expanding its AI training dataset to 148 billion tokens. The release introduces a novel reasoning approach, enhancing AI clarity and decision-making. Available under a Creative Commons license, it supports open, decentralized AI research, emphasizing understanding over mere data volume.

BLIFE Protocol merges with Portal to enhance Web3 gaming interoperability on Bitcoin. Led by Benjamin Charbit, the merger integrates BLIFE's projects into Portal's infrastructure, supported by Animoca Brands. This strategic move aims to reduce fragmentation and improve connectivity in the Web3 gaming landscape.

Bybit has introduced Mantle Vault, a financial product designed to offer yield-bearing and flexible options for stablecoin returns. This launch aligns with the increasing demand for stablecoin-based investment products, providing scalable and predictable income opportunities for a wide range of investors.

Max Kordek resumes his role as CEO of Lisk, focusing on strategic consolidation by winding down Onchain and Pass App. This move aims to streamline operations and strengthen Lisk's market position with a unified team and increased funding.

SafePal has integrated Hedera-EVM into its crypto wallets, enhancing cross-chain interoperability. This update allows users to manage $HBAR and other assets, leveraging Hedera's advanced ledger technology. SafePal, supported by Animoca Brands and Binance, aims to expand its ecosystem, serving over 25 million users worldwide.

Bybit announces the listing of zkPass (ZKP) on its Spot trading platform, with trading starting December 19, 2025. The listing includes special events with a 1.5 million ZKP prize pool. ZKP will be available on Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, and BASE networks, enhancing trading options for users.

Bybit announces the listing of VOOI on its Spot trading platform, with trading starting December 18, 2025. VOOI will be accessible through various trading options, and Bybit is hosting events with a 7,000,000 VOOI prize pool. VOOI is a DeFi super-app offering seamless multi-chain trading and advanced DEX services.

A Brooklyn resident faces charges for a $16 million scam targeting Coinbase users, using social engineering to steal funds. Coinbase aided the investigation, emphasizing the importance of secure communication and advising users to report scams through official channels.

Phala has achieved SOC 2 Type I and HIPAA compliance, reinforcing its platform's security for handling sensitive data. This positions Phala as a trusted provider for enterprise and healthcare applications, ensuring data protection and regulatory adherence in confidential computing environments.

Kraken has added zkPass (ZKP) to its trading platform, offering a privacy-focused protocol that uses zero-knowledge proofs for data verification. The ZKP token supports the ecosystem's incentives and governance. Trading conditions are optimized for efficiency, with geographic restrictions in place. Future listings will be announced on Kraken's roadmap and social media.

Bybit's report with Block Scholes reveals persistent bearish sentiment in crypto markets, despite easing U.S. monetary policy. Bitcoin and Ether remain under pressure, with options markets showing demand for downside protection. The analysis suggests a quiet year-end for digital assets.

21X has launched a regulated trading venue for tokenized securities on the Stellar network, marking a significant step in institutional finance. This integration allows financial institutions to trade and settle DLT financial instruments, reinforcing Stellar's role in tokenized finance.