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Ray Dalio believes Bitcoin has drawbacks compared to gold as a store of value due to its reliance on a global network for transactions. He expressed concerns about Bitcoin's potential vulnerabilities to tracking, hacking, and quantum computing threats, unlike physical gold.

On-chain data indicates that Owen Gunden, an early Bitcoin investor, has potentially sold his entire 11,000 BTC stash for $1.3 billion. Gunden's crypto fortune fluctuated over the years, reaching $936 million in 2021 before dropping to $209 million in 2022.

Metaplanet, the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin in Japan, introduced preferred shares named "Mars" and "Mercury" to raise funds and pay dividends. Mars offers a fluctuating dividend rate to minimize volatility, while Mercury provides a fixed annual dividend and conversion option.

The Swiss National Bank has indirectly increased its exposure to bitcoin by acquiring shares in Michael Saylor’s Strategy and other BTC-related firms. Despite being a small fraction of its portfolio, this move indicates a subtle shift towards cryptocurrency investments.

The bitcoin price has plummeted to $86,000 from $126,000 in October, sparking fears of a $1 trillion market sell-off. Traders are concerned about the Federal Reserve's stance after strong job growth data.

Bitcoin dropped below $87,000, marking a 13.5% weekly decline, following concerns about a potential third rate cut and delayed jobs data release. The overall crypto market saw liquidations surge to $933 million, with Bitcoin leading at $380 million.

Solana ETFs have seen a 17-day streak of inflows, with $48.5 million added on Wednesday, totaling $476 million since inception. This trend contrasts with bitcoin and ether ETFs experiencing significant outflows in November.

Tether has invested in Parfin, a Latin American crypto firm, to enhance digital asset infrastructure for institutions. The partnership aims to facilitate the transition of operations onto blockchain rails, making crypto more practical in regions with limited financial infrastructure. Details of the investment remain undisclosed.

Various blockchain platforms like 3LAU’s Royal, Sound.xyz, and Stage have explored new ways for fans to support artists and streamline royalty payments. Record Financial aims to revolutionize the music industry by providing real-time accounting and instant payouts using stablecoins like USDC on Avalanche.

The Ethereum Foundation is working on the Ethereum Interoperability Layer (EIL) to allow seamless communication between different Ethereum layer-2 solutions. This initiative aims to simplify user experience by eliminating the need for bridges and chain recognition.