Crypto Brief
Crypto Exchange Volume Slides to 15-Month Low
Spot trading activity across centralized and decentralized crypto exchanges declined sharply in December, reflecting muted volatility and year-end positioning.
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Spot trading activity across centralized and decentralized crypto exchanges declined sharply in December, reflecting muted volatility and year-end positioning.
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