According to PANews, xAI, a company led by Elon Musk, announced on December 13 that it has begun offering the new Grok-2 model to all users on the X platform for free. Over the past few weeks, the company has been testing this updated version of the Grok-2 model, which boasts a threefold increase in speed. Additionally, improvements have been made in accuracy, instruction adherence, and multilingual capabilities.

According to BlockBeats, on December 14, Farside Investors reported a substantial net inflow of $428.9 million into U.S. Bitcoin spot ETFs. This influx highlights a growing interest in Bitcoin investment products. The largest contribution came from BlackRock's IBIT, which saw an inflow of $393 million. This significant amount underscores BlackRock's prominent position in the Bitcoin ETF market. Fidelity's FBTC followed with an inflow of $60 million, indicating steady investor confidence in its offerings. Bitwise's BITB also experienced a positive inflow of $33.2 million, while ARK's ARKB attracted $28.4 million. These figures reflect a broader trend of increasing investments across various Bitcoin ETFs, suggesting a diversified interest among investors. VanEck's HODL recorded an inflow of $8.6 million, further contributing to the overall positive sentiment in the market. However, Grayscale's GBTC experienced a net outflow of $105 million, contrasting with the inflows seen in other ETFs. Despite this, Grayscale's mini BTC product managed to attract an inflow of $4.5 million, indicating some level of investor interest remains. These movements in Bitcoin spot ETFs highlight the dynamic nature of the cryptocurrency investment landscape, with varying levels of investor confidence across different products.

According to PANews, Justin Sun recently tweeted about the Tron Network's potential to experience a surge in artificial intelligence (AI) developments. Sun's statement suggests that the Tron Network may soon see the emergence of AI-related projects, indicating a significant shift towards integrating AI technologies within the network. This development could position Tron as a key player in the AI sector, leveraging its blockchain infrastructure to support innovative AI applications. The anticipation of an AI boom on the Tron Network highlights the growing interest and investment in AI technologies across various blockchain platforms.

According to Odaily, Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire recently participated in a 40-minute interview where he discussed the dominance of dollar-pegged stablecoins in the global financial market. Allaire emphasized that the prevalence of the US dollar in international trade, transactions, and financial products naturally leads to a higher demand for dollar-denominated stablecoins. He noted that while the demand for stablecoins is primarily focused on the US dollar, regional stablecoins like those pegged to the euro and yen are gradually gaining traction in their respective local markets. Among these, the Euro Coin has emerged as the largest euro-pegged stablecoin in the market. Allaire also highlighted Hong Kong's strategic importance to Circle's business expansion. As a pivotal hub for global trade and capital flow, Hong Kong is positioned to significantly aid Circle's growth in the Asian market. Circle is currently establishing currency exchange services in Hong Kong, enabling local users to create and redeem USDC conveniently. This development underscores Circle's commitment to enhancing its presence and operational capabilities in Asia, leveraging Hong Kong's status as a key financial center.

According to PANews, recent data from L2BEAT reveals that the total value locked (TVL) in Ethereum's Layer 2 networks has reached $58.25 billion, marking a 3.92% decrease over the past week. The top five Layer 2 networks by TVL include Arbitrum One, Base, OP Mainnet, Blast, and ZKsync Era. Arbitrum One leads with a TVL of $20.96 billion, experiencing a 4.41% decline over the week. Base follows with $14.37 billion, showing a 1.17% decrease. OP Mainnet holds $8.77 billion, with a 4.46% drop. Blast has a TVL of $1.52 billion, witnessing a significant 9.97% decline. Lastly, ZKsync Era's TVL stands at $1.36 billion, decreasing by 9.66% over the same period. These figures indicate a downward trend in the total value locked across Ethereum's Layer 2 networks, reflecting broader market conditions and potential shifts in user engagement and investment strategies within the decentralized finance ecosystem.

According to BlockBeats, the floor price of Azuki, a popular NFT collection, has experienced a significant increase. As of December 14, the price has surpassed 9 ETH, currently standing at 9.23 ETH. This marks a notable 46.96% rise over the past seven days, reflecting growing interest and demand in the NFT market.

Bitwise 首席执行官 Hunter Horsley 在 X 平台发文称，不到 200 年前美国通过了一项法律，允许广泛创建非人类自主实体，这些实体就是公司，公司的发明和历程可能是理解自主人工智能代理未来发展的最佳类比。当今世界的大部分设施并非为人类服务，而是为了企业服务，他们通过法定货币进行交易，通过债券市场借贷，通过股票市场确定所有者，通过法院和合同达成协议。 对于 AI 代理（AI Agents），需要一个全新的系统，这个系统将是加密的，将使用稳定币和比特币进行交易，将通过 DeFi 借贷，将使用智能合约，不需要法院，他们将拥有代币化的所有权和治理。现在进行这样的讨论可能还为时过早，但加密货币不仅仅是黄金和股票类投资的数字版本，而是要为数字世界中的人们和实体创建一个全新的独立金融系统和财产系统。

现货比特币 ETF 的管理资产在一年内已超过 1000 亿美元，目前正挑战超越黄金 ETF。

According to Odaily, Emirates NBD has announced its investment in Zodia Custody, a cryptocurrency custody company under Standard Chartered. While the exact amount of the investment remains undisclosed, this strategic move aims to enhance Zodia Custody's capabilities in the region. The investment is expected to support the expansion of crypto and digital asset products, bridging the gap between traditional financial services and institutional digital assets in the United Arab Emirates. Zodia Custody, known for its secure and compliant digital asset custody solutions, is set to leverage this investment to strengthen its presence in the UAE market. The collaboration with Emirates NBD, one of the leading banks in the region, underscores the growing interest and commitment of traditional financial institutions towards integrating digital asset services. This partnership is anticipated to facilitate a more seamless transition for institutional clients looking to explore digital asset opportunities, thereby fostering innovation and growth in the financial sector. The move by Emirates NBD aligns with the broader trend of financial institutions globally recognizing the potential of digital assets and blockchain technology. By investing in Zodia Custody, Emirates NBD is positioning itself at the forefront of this transformation, aiming to offer its clients enhanced services that cater to the evolving demands of the digital economy. This development marks a significant step in the UAE's journey towards becoming a hub for digital finance, as it continues to attract investments and partnerships that drive the adoption of cutting-edge financial technologies.

According to BlockBeats, data from the DeFilama platform indicates that as of December 14, the supply of USDe has surpassed 5.8 billion, reaching 5.821 billion. This marks a new historical high for the digital currency. Over the past week, the supply has increased by 10.83%, highlighting a significant growth trend. This surge in USDe supply reflects ongoing developments in the digital currency market, where fluctuations in supply and demand can lead to rapid changes in value and availability. The increase over the past seven days suggests heightened activity and interest in USDe, potentially driven by market dynamics or strategic moves by stakeholders. As the supply reaches unprecedented levels, market participants may be closely monitoring the implications for trading, investment, and the broader economic landscape. The record-breaking supply of USDe underscores the evolving nature of digital currencies and their growing role in the financial ecosystem. As more investors and institutions engage with digital assets, the market continues to expand, offering new opportunities and challenges. The recent growth in USDe supply may influence market strategies and decisions, as stakeholders assess the potential impacts on liquidity, pricing, and market stability. This development is part of a broader trend of increasing digital currency adoption and integration into mainstream financial systems.

Coingecko 数据显示，蓝筹 NFT 项目 Azuki 地板价突破 9 ETH，现报 9.24 ETH，过去 7 天涨幅 49%，创下自 2023 年 7 月以来新高，当前市值触及 92,350 ETH。 此前消息，Azuki 创始人 Zagabond 表示，在向 Taylor Swift 转账 0.0013 ETH 后其 X 账户已被美国巨星 Taylor Swift 屏蔽。

在开始2025年的预测之前，让我们花点时间回顾一下我们对 2024 年的预测结果。

这或许是最后一个属于 crypto 行业的「草莽」周期，也是最后一个 BTC 有巨大 beta 涨幅的 Mega 周期。

公告显示，美图自2024年11月开始出售所持有的加密货币，截至12月4日已全部售出，共获利约7963万美元（约5.71亿元人民币）。

根据 DefiLlama 的数据，稳定币的总市值已经突破了 2000 亿美元，其中 USDT 创下了 1390 亿美元的历史新高，而 Circle 发行的 USDC 市值也达到了 410 亿美元。

据悉，此次添加将使纳斯达克 100 指数对比特币的敞口成倍增加，并将MSTR暴露于数十亿美元的被动投资中。

Michael Saylor 的「债务 / 股权、比特币、股价」游戏，是一个双重的庞氏结构，这个结构已成为当前加密货币领域最大的一个定时炸弹。

深入地了解Filecoin基金会的愿景和战略重点。展望2025年，Filecoin基金会的首要目标是动员Filecoin社区，使Filecoin无缝运行并实现产品市场契合。

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稳定币在加密行业的交易、支付以及储蓄中占据至关重要的地位。