Outpoll Weekly Recap: Crypto (December 2 – 8, 2025)

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The week in crypto was a masterclass in Bitcoin asserting its dominance while the altcoin circus provided the usual, predictable noise. The big story was Bitcoin’s surge past $85,000, a move that felt less like a speculative frenzy and more like a fundamental realignment as institutional inflows hit a monthly record.This wasn't some meme-fueled pump; this was cold, hard capital recognizing the only digital asset with a proven, immutable monetary policy. Meanwhile, the so-called 'DeFi 2.0' narrative tried to grab headlines with a few governance token launches, but let's be honest—it’s just the same yield-farming Ponzi schemes with a fresh coat of paint, destined to bleed out the moment BTC takes a breather. Prediction markets, reflecting this stark divide, saw massive confidence in Bitcoin hitting $100k by Q1 2026, while contracts on 'Ethereum flipping Bitcoin' saw their probability crater to single-digit percentages.The only real surprise was the speed at which the SEC’s latest regulatory saber-rattling was utterly ignored by the market; a clear sign that the old guard’s threats are becoming background static against Bitcoin’s relentless signal. Forget the distractions. The king isn't just wearing its crown; it's reforging the entire financial system in its own decentralized image.

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