Blockchain News Update: December Events and Announcements

Key News:

December 9 (Monday)

OKX Launches MOVE (Movement) Spot Trading

OKX has officially announced the launch of MOVE (Movement) spot trading. Users can deposit MOVE starting December 4 at 14:00 (UTC+8), with the auction on December 9 from 19:00 to 20:00 (UTC+8), followed by spot trading opening and withdrawal availability.

Binance Wealth Management Introduces On-chain Earning with Babylon Bitcoin Staking

Binance Wealth Management has unveiled on-chain earning, starting with Babylon Bitcoin staking. Subscription opens on December 9 at 14:00 (UTC+8), offering users an opportunity to stake Bitcoin and earn on-chain returns.

Ethereum Foundation launches the 2025 EF Internship Program

The Ethereum Foundation has initiated the 2025 EF Internship Program, aiming to support and develop the next generation of Ethereum developers and researchers. Applications are open until December 9 for research and software engineering internships.

Abu Dhabi Bitcoin MENA Summit features Eric Trump

The Bitcoin MENA Summit in Abu Dhabi on December 9 to 10 will feature a speech from Eric Trump, emphasizing the growing interest in blockchain and cryptocurrencies.

December 10 (Tuesday)

ME Foundation TGE for ME Token on December 10

ME Foundation announces the TGE for ME token on December 10 at 22:00 Beijing time, offering opportunities for users to participate in the Magic Eden ecosystem.

OKX Launches Magic Eden (ME) Spot Trading

OKX is set to launch ME (Magic Eden) spot trading, supporting the cross-chain ecosystem led by Magic Eden. Deposit opening, auction, spot trading, and withdrawal details are provided for user reference.

Binance Delists GFT, IRIS, KEY, OAX, REN

Binance announces the delisting of Gifto (GFT), IRISnet (IRIS), SelfKey (KEY), OAX (OAX), and Ren (REN) cryptocurrencies effective from December 10, focusing on maintaining high coin quality standards.

Microsoft Considers Bitcoin Investment Proposal

Microsoft’s December 10 shareholder meeting will review a Bitcoin investment proposal, with the board advising against it due to volatility and existing investment strategies.

KIP Protocol Announces TGE with Airdrop Rewards

KIP Protocol schedules its token TGE on December 10, offering airdrop rewards to node holders as part of promoting DeAI development.

December 11 (Wednesday)

Vancouver Mayor Plans “Bitcoin-friendly City” Initiative

Vancouver’s Mayor plans to propose a motion on December 11 to diversify city investments by adding Bitcoin to the balance sheet, aligning with global trends in crypto adoption.

U.S. Senate Votes on SEC Commissioner Re-nomination

The U.S. Senate Banking Committee will vote on re-nominating Democratic SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw on December 11, impacting regulatory decisions in the financial sector.

U.S. Releases November CPI Data on December 11

The U.S. will release the November Consumer Price Index data on December 11, providing insights into inflation trends for policymakers and analysts.

South Korea Plans Impeachment Motion Against Yoon Suk-yeol

South Korea’s opposition party plans to submit an impeachment motion against President Yoon Suk-yeol, highlighting political tensions and power struggles in the country.

December 12 (Thursday)

Bithumb Delists Radiant Capital (RDNT) Spot Trading

Bithumb announces the delisting of Radiant Capital (RDNT) spot trading on December 12, reflecting shifts in market demand and asset considerations.

Suilend Launches Native Token SEND

Suilend’s SEND token will launch on December 12, offering rewards to early users and stakeholders within the ecosystem, enhancing engagement and value creation.

aelf’s First Halving Reduces Block Rewards to 0.0625 ELF

aelf’s blockchain ecosystem undergoes its first halving on December 12, adjusting block rewards to enhance sustainability and network efficiency, signaling a milestone in the project’s growth.

EigenLayer Introduces Rewards v2 Upgrade

EigenLayer announces the launch of Rewards v2 in January, enhancing rewards flexibility and capabilities within the EigenLayer ecosystem, boosting user engagement and platform innovation.

December 15 (Sunday)

Companies Adopt Fair Value Accounting for Bitcoin

Following FASB’s new rule, companies must adopt fair value accounting for Bitcoin from December 15 onwards, impacting financial reporting and transparency in cryptocurrency holdings.

BNB Chain Hackathon Opens for Project Submissions

The new round of BNB Chain hackathon invites project submissions from December 15 to December 24, offering a prize pool exceeding $458,000 for innovative blockchain solutions and applications.