Curve DAO Token (CRV) led the crypto market gains on December 23, rising 4.46% to $0.3757. Gold-backed tokens also saw increases, with PAX Gold (PAXG) and Tether Gold (XAUt) climbing 1.92% and 1.85%, respectively, amid growing demand for utility-backed assets. Other notable gainers included XDC Network (XDC), Merlin Chain (MERL), and OKB, which rose 1.82%, 1.37%, and 1.00%, respectively, supported by strong trading volumes. The market trend favored projects with tangible utility and stablecoin-linked assets.