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Glad to have you back for another edition of the UseTheBitcoin.com newsletter.

1. Trust Wallet Covers Hack Losses: Trust Wallet confirmed a $7M exploit affecting desktop users via a compromised browser extension. Binance co-founder CZ said affected users will be fully reimbursed.

2. Bitcoin Eyes $90K Breakout: Bitcoin climbed toward $90,000 as markets reopened post-Christmas and metals hit new highs.

3. 💡Feature of the Day - Aave DAO Proposal Fails: Aave holders rejected a proposal to move brand control under DAO ownership, with over 55% voting no.

   
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📰 News Highlights:

Trust Wallet Covers Hack [Source][Source][Source][Source]

Trust Wallet confirmed that users lost around $7 million in a Christmas Day exploit tied to a compromised browser extension. The attack targeted desktop users running an older version of the extension, prompting Trust Wallet to urge an immediate upgrade.

Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao said the platform will fully reimburse affected users. Blockchain security firm SlowMist revealed the exploit had been prepared weeks in advance and included a backdoor that exported users’ personal data.

Investigators believe the attacker was highly familiar with Trust Wallet’s codebase, raising concerns about possible insider involvement. Hundreds of users were reportedly affected, according to onchain analyst ZachXBT.

The incident adds to a growing trend of wallet-focused attacks, which now account for a significant share of crypto losses in 2025. While smaller than some historic wallet hacks, the case highlights rising risks tied to browser extensions and internal security controls.

Bitcoin Targets $90K [Source][Source][Source][Source]

Bitcoin edged closer to $90,000 as traditional markets reopened after Christmas and gold and silver hit fresh all-time highs. BTC rose over 2% during the Asia session, attempting to break a downtrend that has been in place since October.

Traders also watched a massive $24 billion Bitcoin options expiry, which many believe could release pent-up price pressure. Precious metals continued to outperform, with silver briefly overtaking Bitcoin by market cap.

Analysts suggested that once options-related hedging pressure fades, Bitcoin’s price may better reflect real market positioning. Some see January as a turning point, as asset managers rebalance portfolios away from overheated commodities and tech stocks.

Despite recent volatility and liquidations exceeding $200 million, traders argue a confirmed breakout could open a path toward $95,000 and potentially six figures in the months ahead.

💡 Feature of the Day: 

Aave Vote Rejected [Source][Source][Source]

Aave token holders rejected a proposal that would have moved control of the protocol’s brand assets under DAO ownership. The vote ended with over 55% opposing the measure, while only 3.5% supported it.

Supporters framed the proposal as a decentralization step, but critics argued it raised unresolved questions around governance, value capture, and decision-making authority. The failed vote exposed growing tensions within one of DeFi’s largest lending protocols.

Prominent community members said the episode reflects deeper structural issues in DAO governance models. Critics pointed to rushed voting processes, concentrated token ownership, and misaligned incentives between tokens and equity entities.

The controversy also drew attention to governance influence after reports that Aave founder Stani Kulechov bought $10 million worth of AAVE ahead of the vote. Many now argue the protocol needs clearer long-term alignment to avoid similar conflicts.

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And that’s it for this today.

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Jonathan Gibson
UseTheBitcoin.com