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Chainlink partners with Coinbase on Base–Solana bridge as LINK targets new breakout levels

  • Chainlink price hovered near $14, down 2% in the past 24 hours.
  • LINK remained under pressure despite two key integrations on Solana.
  • Coinbase and Chainlink have launched a Base-Solana bridge.

Chainlink continues to play a key role in the blockchain interoperability and asset tokenisation space, and that shows in the two latest integrations.

As a pivotal oracle network bridging decentralised finance (DeFi) with traditional systems, Chainlink’s traction is forecast to be a major factor for the native token LINK.

On December 5, 2025, LINK traded around $14.

Bulls were under pressure but remained upbeat amid recent advancements. Among these is the collaboration with Coinbase on the Base-Solana bridge and the integration into a Solana-based RWA consortium.

Chainlink and Coinbase to power Base-Solana bridge

Three major industry players here: Coinbase, Chainlink and Solana. Industry reaction to their latest collaboration highlights the potential impact.

Simply, the launch of the Base-Solana bridge marks a significant milestone in multi-chain connectivity. Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) serves as the security backbone alongside Coinbase’s node operators.

As announced, this mainnet deployment enables seamless asset transfers between Base and Solana.

CCIP will help verify all messages, ensuring tamper-proof and reliable token movements on Solana. In this case, users can now deposit SOL into Base applications, import any Solana Program Library (SPL) token, and export Base assets back to Solana.

“The bridge is now live on mainnet and rolling out for anyone to use in apps including Zora, Aerodrome, Virtuals, Flaunch, and Relay,’ Base said in a blog post. “Users will be able to trade SOL, CHILLHOUSE, TRENCHER, and many more Solana assets on Base.”

Chainlink joins RWA initiative on Solana

Another major development is news that Chainlink has joined the newly formed RWA Consortium on Solana. The initiative, led by Figure Technology Solutions in partnership with Kamino Finance, CASH, Raydium, Privy, and Gauntlet, was announced on December 4, 2025.

Experts say real-world assets onchain value will grow exponentially in the next five years.

Early adoption has virtually every RWA now onchain and Solana plays a key role in this space. Chainlink too.

The new alliance aims to democratize access to over $1 billion in monthly onchain loan originations. First to deploy is PRIME,  a liquid staking token on the Hastra liquidity protocol.

“We’re democratizing access to institutional lending markets,” said Mike Cagney, founder and executive chairman of Figure. “For the first time, a DeFi user with $100 can participate in the same loan pools as major financial institutions, earning yields from real lending activity with full transparency and instant liquidity.”

LINK price forecast

Chainlink’s oracle infrastructure is central to this goal. Its technology will connect Solana’s developer-friendly environment with Figure’s $19 billion in tokenized loan originations.

These initiatives could further catalyse price appreciation for both LINK and SOL.

At the time of writing, LINK changed hands at $14 while Solana price hovered at $136. If prices rise further, the main short-term target will be highs above $26, last seen in August. SOL bulls will eye $200.

Other bullish catalysts will include crypto ETFs, regulatory clarity and a flip in global macroeconomic outlook.

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PI could drop below $0.22 amid a strong bearish trend: Check forecast

Key takeaways

  • PI is down 2% in the last 24 hours and could drop below $0.22 if the bearish trend continues.
  • The technical outlook indicates short-term risk.

PI could dip lower amid poor technicals

Pi Network (PI) has been underperforming over the past three days and risks dropping below a critical support trendline. The on-chain data indicates an increase in supply pressure as Centralized Exchanges (CEXs) experience a surge in inflows. 

Data obtained from PiScan reveals that user deposits over Pi Network’s Know Your Business (KYB)-verified CEXs totaled 2.75 million PI tokens in the last 24 hours. The deposit is far greater than the withdrawals of 1.76 million tokens. Thus, indicating a daily net inflow of CEXs, suggesting that investors might be selling some of their stash. 

 Will Pi Network drop below the $0.22 support line?

The PI/USD 4-hour chart is bearish and efficient as PI has lost 2% of its value in the last 24 hours. The cryptocurrency is retracing toward a local support trendline formed from the October 22 and November 4 lows. 

At press time, PI is trading at $0.2267, with a bearish trend currently in play. The technical indicators are bearish, suggesting further downward movement. The RSI of 37 shows that PI is heading into the oversold region if the trend continues. The MACD lines are also within the bearish region.

PI/USD 4H Chart

If the trend persists, PI could decline below the Monday low of $0.2204, with another major support just around the $0.1919 region. 

However, if the bulls regain control, PI could reclaim last week’s high at $0.2841. An extended bullish run would allow PI to eye the August 1 low at $0.3220.

However, the current market conditions remain bearish, with PI expected to underperform over the next few days.

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Italy orders non-compliant VASPs to exit as MiCAR rules kick in

  • Consob has urged VASPs to secure CASP approval or shut down by December 30, 2025.
  • This comes as the deadline for transitioning to new MiCAR policies approaches.
  • Unauthorised operators will halt their services and return user assets.

Italy’s financial regulator Consob has issued an urgent call to digital assets investors and operators as the nation moves closer to adopting MiCAR policies.

According to the late yesterday press release, Consob emphasised December 30, 2025, as the last day VASPs (Virtual Asset Service Providers) operating under the existing regime will be able to serve without full approval.

Consob has warned that operators who fail to follow this transition risk a ban.

Thus, any VASP operating in Italy should adhere to the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation or exit the marketplace.

The press release highlighted:

30 December 2025 is the last day on which Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs, operators currently offering virtual asset services, such as cryptocurrency exchanges) registered with the OAM (the Organismo Agenti e Mediatori, or Agents and Brokers Organisation) can continue to operate.

MiCAR resets Italy’s regulatory rulebook

Italian regulators have only wanted VASPs to secure the OAM (Organismo Agenti e Mediatori) certificate to operate seamlessly over the years.

Meanwhile, MiCAR brings tougher rules, with only fully licensed Crypto-Asset Service Providers (CASPs) permitted to serve the European Union.

Meanwhile, the authorisation procedure involves operational checks, client protection requirements, supervisory controls, and existing monitoring. That’s far stricter than the previous model.

Consob stressed that VASPs will only operate if they apply for CASP certification in Italy or any other European Union Member State by December 30.

Operators who submit applications by this deadline can keep offering services until the final decision, but all entities should adhere to MiCAR by June 30, 2026.

What’s next for investors?

Consob has warned both operators and day-to-day cryptocurrency users.

Investors should promptly confirm whether their desired service provider plans to adhere to the new policies and requirements.

Here, they can monitor two crucial things.

First and foremost, investors should check whether the operator has published its MiCAR transition plans.

Secondly, investors should verify the provider’s regulatory status after the deadline.

VASPs that don’t apply or fail to secure approval will not operate in Italy after December 30, and customers can request a return of their assets upon such developments.

Meanwhile, Consob confirmed warning operators multiple times during the transition phase, highlighting updates in September last year, July 2025, and the October 31 notice to companies still holding only the OAM certificate.

While some operators view MiCAR as the pathway for regulated, international operations, others consider the new regulation as the end of the road.

Meanwhile, digital assets investors should stay alert, check the provider’s regulatory status, and act before the new MiCAR regulations lock them out or pressure them with last-minute withdrawals.

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Pepe memecoin price rise under pressure after website is hacked

  • PEPE memecoin price rises 4.46% despite its website being hacked.
  • Technical indicators signal a bullish momentum for PEPE amid strong trading volume.
  • Retail and institutional interest support the memecoin’s bullish momentum amid broader market trends.

Pepe memecoin price has risen significantly today despite facing a serious security incident following a hack on its official website.

The token is currently priced at approximately $0.000004898, after a 4.46% increase over the past 24 hours.

While the website exploit has not immediately affected the memecoin trading, and it continues to attract attention from retail investors driven partly by technical momentum and ongoing interest in high-beta memecoins, analysts caution that the gains could easily be wiped out if the exploit is left unattended.

Technical momentum lifts Pepe memecoin price

From a technical standpoint, PEPE recently broke above its 7-day simple moving average (SMA) of $0.0000045579 and its 30-day exponential moving average of $0.0000051095.

These technical movements are reinforced by a positive MACD histogram reading and the main MACD line crossing above the signal line, suggesting bullish momentum.

Pepe memecoin price analysis
Pepe memecoin price chart | Source: TradingView

In addition, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) is at 47.08, implying that the token still has room to move higher without being overextended.

As the bullish case builds, short-term traders have interpreted these signals as an opportunity to enter positions, which have contributed to increased trading volume.

Over the past 24 hours, PEPE has recorded approximately $381.5 million in volume, up 26% from the previous day.

However, traders should closely watch the resistance noted at the 23.6% Fibonacci level of $0.0000057928, which could define the next potential target if the momentum persists.

Memecoin enthusiasm and market sentiment

PEPE’s rally also aligns with the broader memecoin trends, as assets like Fartcoin have also recorded double-digit gains.

The Altcoin Season Index stuck at 21 also underscores an increased appetite for risk among crypto participants.

Institutional sentiment has also played a role, with statements from major financial players, including BlackRock’s acknowledgment of stablecoins as a major influence in the market and Bank of America’s recommendation for a modest crypto allocation, buoying the broader market confidence.

Security breach casts shadow over PEPE

The hack on the Pepe memecoin website, identified by cybersecurity firm Blockaid, involved a front-end attack redirecting users to malicious links.

The attack employed a suite of tools known as Inferno Drainer, commonly used for phishing, wallet draining, and social engineering.

Users are strongly advised to avoid the compromised website until the security issues are resolved.

While the breach has not depressed PEPE’s price surge, it underscores the persistent risks in the crypto space.

Analysts note that sustaining the current level above $0.00000500 will be critical to maintaining the bullish setup.

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Bitcoin ETFs extend inflow streak as BTC price nears $93K

  • Bitcoin ETFs log five days of inflows as BTC climbs back above $93K.
  • Analysts say ETF outflows overstated as broader forces drove the sellof.
  • Vanguard’s crypto ETF reversal boosts institutional demand and sentiment.

Bitcoin exchange-traded funds continued to recover this week after suffering $3.48 billion in cumulative outflows during November, their second-worst month on record.

The products notched $58 million in net positive inflows on Tuesday, marking a fifth consecutive day of additions, according to data from Farside Investors.

The modest turnaround comes as Bitcoin trades back above the $89,600 flow-weighted cost basis for ETF investors, meaning the average holder is no longer sitting on unrealised losses.

Total crypto market sentiment has also improved following a period of heavy selling that pushed Bitcoin as low as the mid-$80,000s earlier this week. Other US crypto ETFs showed weaker performance. Spot Ether ETFs recorded $9.9 million in outflows on Tuesday, while Solana funds saw $13.5 million in net redemptions, Farside data showed. At press time, the Bitcoin price on OKX was around $92,622.

Outflows are not the main driver of Bitcoin’s decline

Market anxiety around large-scale sales from spot Bitcoin ETF holders appears to have overstated their direct impact on BTC’s downturn.

Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas pushed back on that narrative, questioning the simplistic linkage often made between ETF outflows and price weakness.

“I just read that Citi analysts say that for every $1 billion pulled from Bitcoin ETFs, it equals roughly a 3.4% drop in Bitcoin’s price. Ok, so then by that logic, since the ETFs have taken in +$22.5b of inflows YTD BTC should be up 77% this year,” Balchunas wrote on X.

His remarks highlight the role of broader market forces,  including leverage unwinds, macro uncertainty, and digital-asset treasury pressure,  behind the recent selloff, which erased more than $1 trillion in crypto market value since early October.

Bitcoin rises to its highest level since mid-November

Bitcoin extended its recovery on Wednesday, climbing as much as 2.6% to approximately $93,965 — its highest intraday level since November 17.  Ether and other major tokens also traded higher as the broader market attempted to establish a firmer footing after weeks of turbulence.

At the time of writing, the world’s largest cryptocurrency by market capitalisation gave up some of those gains to trade around $93,000.

The bounce was attributed partly to comments from US Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Paul Atkins, who reiterated that the agency plans to introduce a new regulatory framework, including a proposed “innovation exemption,” aimed at giving digital-asset firms more flexibility around issuance, custody and trading.

The remarks were interpreted as a step toward greater regulatory certainty for the sector, which has faced a patchwork of enforcement-driven oversight in recent years.

Vanguard reversal adds fuel to institutional demand

Institutional adoption received another lift after Vanguard, the world’s second-largest asset manager, reversed its long-standing policy and announced that it would allow clients to trade cryptocurrency-focused ETFs and mutual funds on its platform.

The change, effective this week, expands access to regulated crypto exposure for millions of US investors.

The move coincided with heightened expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates next week, strengthening Bitcoin’s appeal at a time when the dollar has softened, and risk appetite is improving.

Despite the rebound, the market is still showing signs of volatility.

The cryptocurrency market has remained under pressure since late October. However, the streak of inflows could suggest that Bitcoin may manage to end the year on a positive note.

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