Shiba Inu Developer Reacts as SHIB Team Member Makes Exit: Details

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The Shiba Inu engineering manager, who goes by "Johndoeshib" on X, recently revealed he would be stepping away from his role on the Shiba Inu team. This decision has sparked a response on X from Shiba Inu developer Kaal Dhairya.

In a Dec. 12 tweet, "Johndoeshib" announced that his time being part of the Shiba Inu team had reached its natural conclusion and he was stepping away, immensely proud of the utility Shiba Inu has built and the resilience of the community.

"Johndoeshib" added he was moving on to new endeavors, while remaining a long-term observer of the Shiba Inu ecosystem, confident in the team's decentralized vision.

johndoeshib
@johndoeshib
Not sure if this want meant to be the purpose! But love it as a car charm! ⁦@bubblemaps⁩ https://t.co/YxhajlbubW
Dec 15, 2025

The tweet sparked responses from the Shiba Inu community, with some expressing gratitude for his work with the Shiba Inu team, while saying that he will be missed.

In another tweet, which caught the attention of Shiba Inu developer Kaal Dhairya, "JohnDoeShib" revealed a renewed focus as he plans for the strategic iteration of his next project. His X bio has also been updated to reflect his departure from the Shiba Inu team and now reads "ex-Engineering Manager at Shib."

Kaal
@kaaldhairya
Thank you and good luck with your future endeavors! The team will miss you! https://t.co/6ThpizEULQ
Dec 14, 2025

Shiba Inu developer Kaal Dhairya, in response to JohnDoeShib's tweet, thanked him for his work at Shib and wished him well in his future endeavors.

Shiba Inu continues building

Shiba Inu continues to quietly build as recent events test the resilience of traders and its community.

As reported, Shiba Inu lead ambassador Shytoshi Kusama broke several days of silence on social media, which he hinted at as being necessary in order to stay focused and reinvest in himself for the next phase of growth.

Kusama also changed his X location to "reemerging," sparking speculation of a potential SHIB comeback.

The crypto market remains in a weakened position, with the resilience of traders continually tested. In the last 24 hours, nearly $245 million in leveraged positions have been wiped out across the crypto market as the majority of cryptocurrencies saw losses.

Shiba Inu managed to return to green, up 0.16% in the last 24 hours to $0.000008211.

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Strategy Keeps Buying Bitcoin. It Isn't Helping the Stock. — Barrons.com

Dow Jones Newswires

By Nate Wolf

Strategy added almost $1 billion worth of Bitcoin last week, snapping up the cryptocurrency for a second week following a brief pause in its purchases.

The world's largest corporate holder of Bitcoin bought 10,645 tokens in the period from Dec. 8 to Sunday at an average price of $92,098, the company disclosed in a regulatory filing Monday. The $980.3 million haul follows $962.7 million in purchases the previous week.

Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, added only 130 tokens in the last two weeks of November. But the return to buying hasn't boosted Strategy's stock.

Shares were down 0.3% in premarket trading Monday, as investors shrugged at last week's purchases. The stock is now in the red since the start of last week and down 39% on the year.

As is always the case with Strategy, the price of Bitcoin itself will determine where shares go next. The world's flagship cryptocurrency has plummeted 29% since its October record, stagnating at around $90,000 per token since late November.

Strategy bought its $50.3 billion worth of total Bitcoin holdings at an average price of $74,972, so it hasn't lost money at this point. But shareholders waiting for returns will need Bitcoin to break that $90,000 ceiling.

Another rate cut by the Federal Reserve could help, meaning traders will be closely watching the Bureau of Labor Statistics' October and November jobs data on Tuesday and its consumer price index reading on Thursday. Lower interest rates tend to encourage buying of riskier assets, such as cryptocurrencies.

Write to Nate Wolf at nate.wolf@barrons.com

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Ripple taps Wormhole to expand RLUSD to Layer 2 chains like Base and Optimism

The Block

Ripple is planning to launch its RLUSD stablecoin on Layer 2 blockchains next year with the help of Wormhole, the company said on Monday.

"The future of crypto is undeniably multichain, and to truly serve both institutional finance and the growing onchain economy, stablecoins must exist wherever demand and utility are," Ripple said in a statement.

Ripple has tapped Wormhole and its Native Token Transfers (NTT) token standard to test RLUSD on Optimism, Base, Ink, and Unichain and plans to officially launch on the new blockchains next year, pending regulatory approval.

RLUSD, which launched last December on XRP Ledger (XRPL) and Ethereum, has a total supply of over $1 billion, according to CoinGecko data.

“By launching RLUSD — the first U.S. trust-regulated stablecoin on these layer-2 networks — we’re expanding utility while setting a clear standard for how compliance and on-chain efficiency can work together,” said Jack McDonald, Ripple’s SVP of stablecoins. “Stablecoins are the gateway to DeFi and institutional adoption, and RLUSD is designed to be a trusted, liquid on-ramp into the broader digital-asset economy.”

Path to regulatory certainty

This isn’t Ripple’s first tie-in with the cross-chain interoperability provider. In June, the company expanded XRP Ledger’s multichain interoperability through an integration with Wormhole.

The move was part of Ripple's broader strategy to position XRPL as an integral component of onchain, institutional finance.

The company appears to be on the path to secure added regulatory certainty, as last week the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) said it had conditionally approved a national trust bank charter for Ripple National Trust Bank.

If Ripple can secure the final approval from the OCC, it will "provide RLUSD with both state and Federal oversight — a dual regulatory structure that no stablecoin currently holds," the company said.

In November, Ripple raised $500 million at a $40 billion valuation, in a round led by investors from Fortress and Citadel Securities, and joined by Galaxy Digital, Pantera, Brevan Howard, and Marshall Wace.

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Can SOL Price Recover Despite a 55% Q4 Correction?

Coinpedia

The SOL price is currently navigating a high-stakes phase in late 2025 as strong on-chain fundamentals strictly collide with bearish market sentiment. While Solana continues to dominate usage metrics and attract institutional activity, its price action reflects broader macro caution rather than network weakness.

SOL Price and Solana’s On-Chain Performance Remain Robust

From a network perspective, Solana crypto continues to demonstrate exceptional performance. Over the past 90 days, Solana’s throughput has consistently hovered near 1,000 transactions per second, highlighting the chain’s ability to handle real-world scale.

Can SOL Price Recover Despite a 55% Q4 Correction?

At the same time, daily transaction volumes fluctuating around 80 million indicate stable and sustained usage rather than speculative spikes.

This consistency reinforces Solana crypto’s positioning as one of the most actively used blockchains in the industry.

In fact, commentary from ecosystem president Lily Liu suggests that Solana has processed more activity throughout 2025 than the rest of crypto combined, by a wide margin. These metrics underscore why the SOL price is often evaluated differently from smaller networks.

Institutional Adoption Strengthens the SOL Price Narrative

Beyond raw activity, institutional interest continues to build. Recently, a JP Morgan tokenized a bond on Solana, marking another step toward real-world financial adoption. Also, strengthening Solana’s credibility as an institutional-grade settlement layer rather than a purely retail-driven chain.

Similarly, ETF inflows linked to Solana have continued to rise, signaling growing acceptance from traditional capital.

Likewise, its on-chain revenue offers further context. Solana’s cumulative chain revenue is approaching the $600 million mark, sitting near all-time highs. This figure reflects real economic activity generated by users, applications, and validators rather than short-lived hype.

However, the total value locked has declined. After peaking near $13.2 billion in mid-September, Solana’s TVL has fallen to roughly $9 billion. While this .2 billion drawdown appears large in absolute terms, percentage-wise it remains relatively contained given the broader bearish conditions across Q4 2025. As a result, TVL trends point to consolidation rather than big crash.

SOL Price Chart Shows Heavy Correction but Key Support Holds

Despite these fundamentals, the Solana price chart tells a more cautious story. Since reaching an all-time high near $295, SOL has corrected roughly 55% during Q4. Market sentiment has clearly tilted bearish, overshadowing positive network data.

Technically, the SOL price continues to hold above the $120 support zone, which remains a critical area for bulls. However, if macro conditions deteriorate further, downside scenarios extend toward the $70 region.

Such a move would represent a nearly 75% decline from the peak, aligning with historical deep-cycle corrections rather than project-specific failure.

SOL Price Outlook Hinges on Sentiment vs Fundamentals

The divergence between Solana’s fundamentals and price action places SOL price at a pivotal juncture. On one hand, strong usage, rising revenue, ETF inflows, and institutional adoption argue against a prolonged collapse. On the other, macro uncertainty and technical damage continue to suppress bullish momentum.

As a result, near-term SOL price forecast scenarios remain sensitive to broader risk appetite rather than network health alone. Whether fundamentals can reclaim control over price direction will depend largely on how macro sentiment evolves in the coming months.

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U.K. Crypto Regulation Could Boost Institutional Participation — Market Talk

Dow Jones Newswires

The U.K. Treasury's plans to regulate cryptocurrencies in a similar way to other traditional financial products should boost institutional participation over time, IG analyst Chris Beauchamp says in a note. Cryptocurrencies will be brought under Financial Conduct Authority oversight from 2027 in an effort to improve consumer protection and regulatory clarity following an increase in scams. This means a more restrictive but clearer operating environment for crypto markets, Beauchamp says. "Higher compliance costs will likely squeeze smaller or riskier operators, while larger, better-capitalized firms should benefit." Tighter rules could slow innovation at the margin but also encourage institutional participation, he says. (renae.dyer@wsj.com)

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Geode Lists GEODE Coin on BitMart.com as Part of Ongoing Decentralized Infrastructure Expansion

Chainwire

Tampa, Florida, December 15th, 2025, Chainwire

The Geode Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fostering economic opportunity and community empowerment through blockchain innovation, today proudly announces the primary exchange listing of its native cryptocurrency, GEODE, on BitMart.com.

This milestone marks GEODE's trading debut, opening the doors for broader adoption and liquidity in a project that has been quietly revolutionizing decentralized applications since its inception almost four years ago.

As the crypto market continues to evolve amid a pro-crypto regulatory landscape in the United States, Geode Chain stands out as a beacon of long-term sustainability and real-world utility. Built on a foundation of volunteer-driven development and a mission to "set humanity free," Geode Chain integrates a robust Layer 1 blockchain with a fully deployed suite of native apps, enabling seamless access to the entire "Internet of Chains" in one unified ecosystem. This listing on BitMart – a trusted exchange serving millions of users worldwide – is not just a trading event; it's a gateway for everyday people, the crypto curious, creators, and innovators to join a movement that's been operating and building for years.

A Proven Foundation: MainNet Excellence and Native App Ecosystem

Launched in February 2023, Geode Chain's MainNet has achieved an extraordinary record of zero downtime over 34 months of continuous operation – a testament to its resilient Nominated Proof of Stake (NPoS) consensus mechanism, which consumes 99% less energy than Proof of Work alternatives. This eco-friendly architecture allows users to participate using everyday devices like laptops, desktops, or even smartphones, democratizing access to blockchain technology without the need for specialized hardware. Complementing the chain is Geode's native app suite, already fully built and deployed, empowering users to register intellectual property (IP) on-chain for immutable timestamps, endorse expertise among peers, and monetize creative works directly. The Life and Work App, for instance, lets users post work history, education, and "good deeds" while facilitating endorsements and IP protection. Additional Geode apps include social, private messaging, marketplace, and cross-chain dApp discovery – all designed to create a complete user-owned economy where value flows back to individuals, not intermediaries.

"Geode isn't just another blockchain; it's a 50-year vision for economic sovereignty," said Dr. Kathryn Messegee, Founder at Geode. "With our MainNet's unwavering reliability and apps already in users' hands, we are proving that decentralization can be practical, and transformative from day one."

Surging User Growth: A Thriving Community of Over 10,000 Active Participants

Geode Chain's grassroots momentum is undeniable, with over 10,000 registered users and counting – a figure that reflects not just sign-ups, but active engagement. Remarkably, 40% of account holders contribute as ambassadors, product testers, or innovation team members, far surpassing typical blockchain retention rates. This organic growth stems from Geode's "post-to-earn" programs, onboarding incentives and more which reward participation in everything from content creation to validator nominations. The project's all volunteer global team, spanning developers, marketers, and governance experts, has fueled this expansion without relying on venture capital or fiat funding. Instead, Geode operates as a self-sustaining and self-funded project, promoting long-term tokenomics health. As users flock to the platform for its low-barrier to entry and real utility, Geode is positioning itself as the go-to hub for cross-chain interactions, where one app unlocks the decentralized world.

Leadership and Vision: Purpose-Driven Innovation for Generations

At the helm is the husband-wife team of Thomas and Kathryn Messegee. Thomas Messegee - hardware and software prototyping expert - serves as the technical team lead overseeing development. Dr. Kathryn Messegee, PhD – a mathematician, behavioral expert, former DARPA Program Manager – serves as the CEO, whose visionary leadership has guided Geode from concept to a mature ecosystem. With expertise in blockchain, smart contracts, and human-centered design, Dr. Messegee has assembled a distributed team of volunteers passionate about replacing centralized gatekeepers with user-governed tools. This includes on-chain governance for treasury decisions, code upgrades, and runtime parameters, ensuring the chain evolves with its community. Geode's long-term roadmap extends far beyond today's listing: a 50-year commitment to building an "entirely new economy" where GEODE can pay rent, buy groceries, and fuel global collaboration. By converging AI and blockchain, Geode envisions a decentralized future that accelerates innovation while prioritizing privacy, IP rights, and the Individual. As the project eyes expansions into AI-OS integrations, this listing accelerates the marathon toward a world where individuals – not corporations – control their digital destiny.

About The Geode Foundation

The Geode Foundation is a US based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization on a mission to promote economic opportunity for all by increasing innovation, awareness, and access to decentralized applications (dApps) and on-chain activities. Founded in February of 2022 and headquartered in Florida, the Foundation oversees the development of Geode Chain – a Layer 1 blockchain and native app suite designed to bring the Internet of Chains into one accessible place for everyday people. With a focus on volunteer-driven progress and community governance, Geode empowers creators, educators, businesses, and individuals worldwide to thrive in a decentralized economy. For more information, users can visit geodechain.com or follow @GeodeChain on X at X.com/GeodeChain.

About BitMart

BitMart is the premier global digital asset trading platform. With millions of users worldwide and ranked among the top crypto exchanges on CoinGecko, it currently offers 1,000+ trading pairs with competitive trading fees. Constantly evolving and growing, BitMart is interested in cryptoʼs potential to drive innovation and promote financial inclusion. To learn more about BitMart, users can visit their website, follow their Twitter, or join their Telegram for updates, news, and promotions. Users can download the BitMart App to access cryptocurrency trading at any time and from any location.

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How crypto is used in 2025: YouTube, Pokémon cards and more

Cointelegraph

For years, one of the simplest and most effective criticisms of cryptocurrency was the same question repeated over and over: “Where can you actually use it?”

Bitcoin (BTC) was pitched as money, but outside a handful of novelty merchants, it rarely behaved like one. The question lingered through bull markets and crashes, reinforcing the idea that crypto was something to hold, trade or argue about rather than something to use.

That looks different in 2025. Crypto is still not everyday money at the checkout counter, but it is used across specific digital workflows, where speed or direct settlement are prioritized over familiarity.

Here are the places where people are actually using crypto today.

YouTubers and freelancers get paid in crypto

One of the most common ways people use crypto today is to pay for work and receive income online. Freelancers, contractors and creators use stablecoins like USDC or Tether’s USDt to settle payments directly between wallets, without relying on traditional payment processors.

A recent example comes from YouTube. The world’s largest video-sharing platform reportedly enabled US-based content creators to cash out using PayPal’s stablecoin, PayPal USD (PYUSD).

For clients and employers, this removes delays, fees and transfer limits that often come with international payments. This model is especially common in remote work and creator economies.

However, those who opt for crypto payments may still face difficulties when converting crypto into fiat. Industry participants have said banks continue to close or restrict the accounts of crypto firms with little explanation despite a more crypto-friendly stance taken by the current US administration.

Use crypto to purchase digital goods

Beyond paying individuals, crypto is also used to settle payments with businesses. This is most common among online services with global customers, where traditional payment systems introduce friction through fees, delays or regional restrictions.

Domain registrars, hosting providers and privacy-focused software companies are among the most visible adopters. Providers like Mullvad VPN allow customers to pay using cryptocurrency, while Namecheap and Porkbun accept crypto for domain registrations and hosting services. On Sept. 9, Namecheap CEO Richard Kirkendall said the company received a $2-million BTC payment for a domain sale.

More recently, mainstream payments and commerce platforms have started integrating stablecoin payments. Stripe has enabled businesses to accept USDC payments and launched the public testnet of its own stablecoin blockchain, Tempo. Shopify has piloted stablecoin-based checkout options for merchants selling internationally.

Related: Bitcoin decouples from stocks in second half of 2025

Clearer regulatory treatment of stablecoins in the US, driven by the signing of the GENIUS Act into law, has reduced uncertainty for some merchants considering these pilots.

Digitizing and extending physical collectible cultures

Crypto has also found use in the digitization of collectible cultures that were already thriving offline. In 2025, interest in physical collectibles surged again, driven by renewed demand for Pokémon cards, Labubu figures and other toys.

Alongside that revival, digital and tokenized versions of collectibles gained traction as an extension rather than a replacement of physical collecting.

Tokenized Pokémon-style cards and digital gachas — popular randomized item vending machines — became popular ways for collectors to participate in familiar formats online, especially as marketplaces and communities shifted from binders and display cases to apps and web platforms.

Crypto’s niche inside DeFi and GameFi

In decentralized finance (DeFi), users swap tokens, provide liquidity to farm yield, lend assets or borrow against collateral through smart contracts.

Blockchain-based games operate in a similar way. Often, blockchain and crypto add economic layers to games running on Web2 infrastructure. Players use crypto to buy or trade in-game items and move assets between marketplaces.

Related: How prediction markets raise insider trading and credit risks

A popular model is play-to-earn gaming, where players earn crypto through gameplay. A well-known example is Axie Infinity, which became a primary source of income for some communities in the Philippines during the pandemic. In 2025, play-to-earn games are more likely to provide extra income rather than a primary livelihood. Developers also face persistent challenges, including cheaters using bots to farm rewards, which takes value away from fair players.

According to DappRadar, World of Dypians, which operates across multiple chains, including Ethereum and BNB Chain, leads blockchain games with more than 1 million unique active wallets interacting with the game. Treasure-collecting game Pixudi Runs, which also operates across multiple chains, such as Sei and Polygon, ranks second with nearly 570,000 active wallets.

Running organizations with crypto onchain

Deeper in DeFi, crypto is used to coordinate decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs). In these groups, tokenholders are the members. They use their tokens to vote on proposals, approve spending and decide how the organization is run. Votes are recorded onchain, and once a proposal passes, actions such as payments or rule changes are carried out automatically through smart contracts.

DAOs are mostly used to manage crypto-native projects. Taking part usually means holding governance tokens, navigating onchain voting proposals and managing a wallet. These requirements make DAO governance impractical for most casual users.

As a result, DAOs remain largely the domain of people already active in the crypto ecosystem.

Crypto’s current uses are broader than its early ambitions, and development continues. Financial companies are using blockchains to tokenize real-world assets, settle transactions with stablecoins and test onchain versions of traditional financial products.

Other experiments, such as wallet-based identity systems and Bitcoin-backed lending, remain in early stages. But they follow familiar patterns, with crypto most likely to integrate into existing services and remove frictions created by intermediaries.

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