FameEX Morning Crypto News Recap | December 12, 2025
2025-12-12 06:23:16U.S. Congress Demands SEC Greenlight Bitcoin and Crypto for 401(k) Retirement Accounts
On December 11, U.S. Congress members from the House Financial Services Committee sent a letter urging SEC Chairman Gary Gensler to immediately revise outdated rules and approve the inclusion of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies as alternative investment options in 401(k) retirement plans, signaling strong bipartisan support for mainstream crypto adoption in retirement savings.
SEC to Move All U.S. Finance On-Chain
On December 12, 2025, newly appointed U.S. SEC Chairman Paul Atkins declared that American financial markets are on the cusp of a major transition to on-chain infrastructure. Emphasizing innovation and cutting-edge technologies, the SEC aims to foster an efficient on-chain ecosystem that enhances investor protection, while boosting transparency, predictability, and operational efficiency across the board.
Fed Shocks Markets: Plans $40 Billion Monthly Purchases of Short-Term Treasuries
The Federal Reserve unexpectedly announced it will purchase $40 billion in short-term U.S. Treasury bonds each month, far surpassing market forecasts. The aggressive quantitative easing move has prompted Wall Street banks to significantly raise 2026 debt issuance projections while pushing borrowing costs sharply lower across the curve.
Texas AI Data Centers Now Consume More Electricity Than Bitcoin Miners
Texas AI data centers have overtaken Bitcoin miners as the state's fastest-growing electricity consumers.
Crypto Market Faces $350 Billion Unrealized Loss Overhang
Glassnode’s latest analysis reveals $350 billion in unrealized losses across cryptocurrencies, with Bitcoin accounting for roughly $85 billion. Multiple on-chain metrics confirm contracting liquidity and declining investor conviction, signaling the market could face sharply elevated volatility in the coming weeks.
Australia Simplifies Regulatory Path for Stablecoins and Tokenized Securities Issuance
Australia’s ASIC has launched a major regulatory relief package, granting a “class exemption” for intermediaries distributing stablecoins and tokenized assets. Firms avoid costly individual licenses, can use comprehensive accounts for record-keeping, and gain clearer pathways to market—significantly lowering barriers and accelerating innovation in digital assets and payments.
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