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**US users can earn an extra 10% annual rewards on USDC** through DeFi Yield for a limited time. **Key Details:** - Minimum stake: $100+ USDC - Duration: 30 days minimum - Campaign starts: December 11 - Opt-in period: December 4-11 This follows a similar promotion earlier this year offering 3% extra rewards on SOL staking. **Requirements:** - Stake or supply USDC in DeFi Yield - Maintain position for at least 30 days - US jurisdiction only [Full terms and conditions](https://crypto.onelink.me/J9Lg/hujs6twp) *Act fast - opt-in window closes December 11.*

Ethereum's **Fusaka upgrade** launched December 4th, implementing 13 EIPs focused on scaling and efficiency improvements. **Key Changes:** - Gas limit increased from 45M to 60M - Enhanced L2 rollup efficiency through PeerDAS - Blob upgrades providing more data space at lower costs - Per-transaction gas caps for smoother block processing The upgrade targets three main areas: **L2 scaling**, **L1 throughput**, and **user experience**. PeerDAS reduces validator burden while enabling more data availability for rollups. **What's Next:** Glamsterdam upgrade planned for H1 2026 will focus on: - MEV transparency improvements - Enhanced censorship resistance - Privacy features through Kohaku Fusaka positions Ethereum for a more efficient rollup-centric future with reduced fees and improved performance across Layer 2 solutions. [Learn more about Fusaka](https://crypto.com/en/research/ethereum-fusaka-upgrade-nov-2025)

**Crypto.com** has launched a new Flash Rewards program for **Zilliqa (ZIL)** tokens, offering **14% annual percentage yield**. The program is part of Crypto Earn, the platform's staking service that has recently expanded to include multiple cryptocurrencies: - **ZIL**: 14% p.a. (current launch) - **ATOM**: 22% p.a. (launched Nov 27) - **STX**: 12% p.a. (launched Nov 13) - **AXL**: 10% p.a. (launched Nov 20) - **TON**: 8% p.a. (launched Nov 7) Users can [join the ZIL program](https://crypto.onelink.me/ADTi/iqimt2zl) through the Crypto.com platform. *Ready to earn rewards on your ZIL holdings?*

**Crypto.com partners with Fanatics** to launch Fanatics Markets, a new prediction platform targeting sports fans. The collaboration creates what they call the **first fan-led prediction market** combining sports, finance, and culture. - Platform allows users to make predictions on sports outcomes - Represents Crypto.com's expansion into sports betting markets - Targets the intersection of traditional sports fandom and crypto trading This partnership positions both companies to capture the growing sports prediction market as crypto adoption continues in mainstream entertainment. [Read full announcement](https://crypto.com/us/company-news/fanatics-launches-fanatics-markets-the-first-fan-led-prediction-market-at-the-intersection-of-sports-finance-and-culture-through-a-strategic-partnership-with-cryptocom)

**Four challengers compete** for the chance to deliver the Official Match Coin at a Champions League match in London. Participants must: - Navigate through stadium stands - Solve clues and puzzles - Battle other competitors The winner gets to **hand over the match coin** during the official ceremony. **Want to participate?** Fans can claim their own shot at delivering the coin at upcoming matches through [Crypto.com's UCL portal](http://crypto.com/ucl). This builds on Crypto.com's ongoing Champions League partnership, which includes digital collectibles, prediction games, and exclusive fan experiences.