As December kicks off, the cryptocurrency market faces significant developments, highlighted by macroeconomic changes and pivotal altcoin events. Historically a month of notable cryptocurrency upgrades, December 2023 brings a spotlight on the REZ Coin burn and the VeChain (VET) Hayabusa upgrade. These events are poised to influence trading strategies and market dynamics.
The Significance of REZ Coin Burn
In an effort to stabilize altcoin markets, REZ Coin’s team has committed to a systematic burning process. Each month on the 5th, the team will carry out these burns, aiming to solidify economic reserves and engage the community. November 5th marked the reduction of over 114 million tokens, while 12.7 million REZ Coins were distributed to ezREZ stakers. December 5th will see another withdrawal of recently acquired tokens, targeting a more robust economic model.
Although the immediate market impact might be minimal, the long-term strategy to decrease supply could promote investor confidence. An anticipated interest rate cut on December 10th may further enhance REZ Coin’s market standing.
Will Hayabusa Upgrade Influence VeChain?
Indeed, the VeChain community prepares for the completion of the Hayabusa upgrade, scheduled for December 2nd. This transition, initially tested on November 4th, enhances the VeChainThor network with the new StarGate protocol.
“StarGate is a pivotal component of the broader VeChain Renaissance initiative’s Hayabusa phase. Designed to transform user participation on the VeChainThor network, StarGate offers a new approach by using NFTs as staking collateral, creating a dynamic and transparent framework for delegation, reward distribution, and governance.”
The Hayabusa upgrade brings innovations like NFT-based staking, impacting reward mechanisms and governance on the platform. Such changes could influence VET Coin’s price trajectory, contingent on market conditions.
Key Takeaways
- •The REZ Coin burn and Hayabusa upgrade aim to foster community engagement and ensure economic stability.
- •Future REZ Coin burns are planned to strategically reduce circulation while distributing staking rewards.
- •The Hayabusa upgrade reforms the VeChainThor network, leveraging NFTs for staking, potentially boosting participation and governance transparency.
Market Overview
Currently, VET Coin attempts to rebound from support levels at $0.01244 but struggles to overcome the $0.01823 resistance. Meanwhile, Bitcoin remains steady near $92,000, signaling its resilience with the day’s close approaching.

