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Cryptocurrency markets are showing slight gains today. Bitcoin is currently trading between $92,000 and $93,000, reflecting a half-percent increase in the last 24 hours and a 2% increase over the past week. The total cryptocurrency market capitalization remains stable at approximately $3.2 trillion.

Bitcoin is currently trading within a narrow range but is predicted to potentially rise towards the $96,700 to $96,850 level, with some analysts targeting $97,000. This forecast is based on Bitcoin holding above support around $90,000. Recent U.S. economic data presents a mixed picture, with initial jobless claims at 191,000, lower than the expected 220,000, but ADP private payrolls showing a decrease of 32,000 jobs. This conflicting data suggests a potentially weakening labor market, which could pressure the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates. Lower interest rates often benefit Bitcoin by adding liquidity to markets and increasing investor appetite for risk assets.

By 2025, the crypto world has moved towards an 'omnichain' future, where different blockchains are becoming interconnected, allowing for seamless movement of assets and execution of strategies across multiple chains. Cross-chain bridges have grown significantly, with nearly $20 billion locked in them and facilitating over $1.3 trillion in annual transfers, accounting for over half of all DeFi activity. Companies are adopting this technology, with stablecoins like USDC expanding across multiple blockchains and traditional financial institutions exploring multichain settlement layers. However, security remains a key concern, as over $2.8 billion has been stolen from bridge exploits. Regulators are also paying attention, as bridges have been used to launder stolen funds. Despite the challenges, innovation continues with proposals for faster settlement and trustless cross-chain transfers. The industry is moving towards making cross-chain applications seamless and user-friendly, with the expectation that omnichain interoperability will become the norm.

XRP is gaining traction in Asia, with Japanese company AltPlus, a mobile and social game developer, adopting XRP as a treasury asset. This means AltPlus will purchase and hold XRP, along with Bitcoin, as part of its corporate strategy for long-term value, diversification, and staking income. This decision reflects a growing confidence in digital assets among institutional investors. AltPlus aims to integrate digital assets into its operations, improving its balance sheet and expanding its Web3 presence within its gaming ecosystem. XRP has also seen substantial capital inflows, with $289 million invested in a single week, signaling increased investor sentiment and expanding utility in international payments. Overall net inflows for digital asset ETFs exceeded $1 billion, indicating rising market interest and increased liquidity in the digital asset space.

Russia will now include cryptocurrency payments in its balance-of-payments data. This is because cross-border crypto payments, though currently uncounted, impact the ruble and financial markets. Russia views crypto as a functional part of the economy, not just an investment. The country accounts for nearly 16% of global Bitcoin mining and Russian companies have invested over $1.3 billion in mining infrastructure. Russian firms have conducted billions of dollars in cross-border transactions using digital assets, using crypto to navigate Western sanctions. Russia is legalizing crypto payments for international trade and experimenting with cross-border transactions. The goal is to integrate crypto into national economic accounting.

XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the U.S. have seen inflows nearing $900 million in about two weeks of trading. These ETFs have recorded positive inflows every day, making them one of the fastest-growing crypto investment products. Despite this demand, the price of XRP is currently down nearly 2%. XRP is facing resistance at the $2.28 level, which it needs to break through to potentially reach $2.75. It is currently caught between support around $1.90-$2.00 and resistance at $2.28. A break above the long-term downward trendline could trigger a bullish move with targets around $2.75 and potentially $3.

Kraken and Deutsche Boerse are partnering to connect traditional finance with the crypto world. This collaboration aims to make it easier for institutions to access cryptocurrencies, tokenized assets, and derivatives. A key part of this involves linking Kraken with 360T, a foreign exchange trading platform within Deutsche Boerse, to provide Kraken's clients with better access to fiat currency liquidity, improving the speed and efficiency of moving funds in and out of crypto. Kraken will also expand access to its Embed platform, allowing banks and fintech firms to offer crypto trading within their own products without needing to build the technology themselves. Furthermore, they intend to integrate xStocks into the 360X ecosystem and distribute tokenized securities held at Clearstream to Kraken clients, bringing traditional financial products into a digital format. Kraken is also introducing Kraken VIP, a program offering dedicated support and early access to new products for high-volume traders.

China's major state-owned banks have been actively purchasing US dollars in the domestic market this week to reduce the availability of dollars and moderate the recent rise of the yuan. Instead of the usual practice of swapping these dollars, the banks are holding onto them, aiming to make it more costly to maintain long yuan positions. This action has caused a drop in dollar/yuan swap points, indicating a less favorable yield for holding yuan compared to dollars. The yuan slightly weakened to 7.072 per dollar following this news. Earlier in the day, the People's Bank of China (PBOC) set the yuan's trading band lower than expected at 7.0733, a large deviation that also impacted the market. While the yuan has seen gains this year, rising approximately 3.3% against the dollar, its real effective exchange rate, adjusted for inflation, remains near its lowest level since 2011.

XRP is currently around $2.13, and data indicates increased activity on the XRP network, including a spike in transaction volume. Specifically, large XRP holders, referred to as whales, have accumulated approximately $1.36 billion worth of XRP in recent days. This accumulation suggests that whales are not planning to sell. XRP has been struggling to break past the $2.20 mark. If it breaks through this level, analysts predict it could move towards $2.30 and potentially $2.50. However, failure to surpass $2.20 could lead to a price drop back to around $2.00. In related news, Bitcoin Hyper is gaining momentum, having raised over $28.9 million in its presale.

Malaysia is cracking down on illegal Bitcoin mining operations due to an estimated $1 billion in electricity theft. Authorities are using drones equipped with thermal imaging to detect hidden mining facilities in various locations, including commercial areas, residential neighborhoods, and abandoned buildings. The government plans to shut down approximately 14,000 Bitcoin mining rigs as part of this effort to combat the illegal activity.

Bitcoin's price decreased to below $92,000 as Michael Saylor's Strategy moved $1 billion worth of Bitcoin from its holdings, triggering concerns about a potential selloff. Strategy transferred 11,642 BTC to a Fidelity custody wallet, making the Bitcoin harder to track. This transfer is speculated to be related to the firm's plan to establish a $1.44 billion reserve for dividend payments, as well as fears of delisting from MSCI and Nasdaq 100. Consequently, MicroStrategy's (MSTR) stock also experienced a drop of over 1.40% to $185. Bitcoin's trading volume has also decreased, indicating less interest from traders before the crypto options expiry on Friday. The total BTC futures open interest also fell nearly 1% to $60 billion in the last 24 hours.

Wolfe Research, a well-known equity research firm, has advised investors that current Bitcoin prices represent an optimal buying opportunity during this price decrease. In a note to investors released on Thursday, Wolfe's analysts stated that now is the most advantageous time to purchase Bitcoin while its value is lower.

Charles Schwab plans to launch Bitcoin and Ethereum trading in the first half of 2026. The rollout will begin with internal testing among employees, followed by a limited client base, before wider access is granted to the public. This phased approach aims to ensure functionality, security, and risk control. Schwab is also open to acquiring crypto companies if the price is right and it aligns with their long-term strategy. This move by a major brokerage with trillions in assets could significantly increase mainstream adoption of crypto, particularly among traditional investors.

The cryptocurrency market is experiencing volatility, with Bitcoin and Zcash showing significant price swings. An alternative cryptocurrency, LivLive ($LIVE), is being promoted as a more stable option due to its real-world applications and presale structure. LivLive aims to reward users with $LIVE tokens and XP for everyday activities like walking, shopping, and visiting locations, using augmented reality and GPS verification to confirm actions. The project features a $2.5 million global treasure hunt tied to presale token and NFT purchases, offering rewards including VIP experiences, merchandise, and local business perks. LivLive is currently in its presale stage, with the first stage priced at $0.02 and the second stage at $0.04, projecting a potential increase to $0.25 at launch. A limited-time Black Friday bonus code, BLACK300, offers a 300% bonus on $LIVE tokens. The project has raised over $2.1 million in its presale and has over 350 holders. LivLive is audited by Resonance Security, and funds are held in multi-sig Safe wallets.

MoneyGram is partnering with Fireblocks, a platform for managing digital assets, to expand its use of stablecoins in international payments and internal treasury operations. This collaboration aims to streamline MoneyGram's payment processes using blockchain technology and stablecoins. The integration with Fireblocks will allow MoneyGram to more efficiently manage and deploy stablecoins for various financial activities, potentially reducing costs and improving transaction speeds for cross-border payments.

Bond investors have expressed concerns to the US Treasury about Kevin Hassett potentially becoming the next Federal Reserve chair. During private meetings in November, major Wall Street banks and asset managers warned that Hassett's close ties to Donald Trump could lead to politically motivated interest rate cuts, even if inflation remains above the Fed's 2% target. This could destabilize the debt market. Investors fear Hassett might prioritize Trump's desire for lower rates over maintaining the Fed's independence and controlling inflation. Some investors suggest Rick Rieder of BlackRock and Christopher Waller from the Fed as more suitable candidates. The concerns stem from Trumps previous criticism of the Fed and his push for lower rates, raising fears that Hassetts closeness to the president could weaken the Feds independence.

Grayscale's new Chainlink ETF (GLNK) launched with $41 million in inflows and $13 million in trading volume on its first day. While this launch surpassed the Solana ETF's debut, it did not reach the level of the XRP ETF. Despite recent market pullbacks, the Chainlink ETF quickly accumulated around $64 million in assets under management, including a seed allocation of $18 million. The launch indicates a continuing interest in regulated altcoin investment vehicles. Other altcoin ETFs, including those for Solana, XRP, and Dogecoin, have also recently launched, with some showing strong initial performance, such as the Canary Capital XRP ETF which had $58 million in first day inflows. The New York Stock Exchange has approved the listing of Grayscale's XRP and Dogecoin ETFs, with Bitwise also introducing a Dogecoin ETF.

A Florida appeals court has revived an $80 million lawsuit against Binance related to stolen Bitcoin. The lawsuit, filed by Michael Osterer, alleges that Binance failed to freeze approximately 1,000 Bitcoin stolen from his wallet in 2022 after the funds were transferred to the exchange. The court initially dismissed the case due to jurisdictional issues, but the appeals court reversed this decision, citing Binance's use of U.S. infrastructure like Amazon Web Services as sufficient connection to Florida. This ruling allows Osterer to pursue his claims of negligence and breach of contract against Binance in Florida state court. The lawsuit is one of many legal challenges Binance is currently facing in the United States, including accusations of facilitating crypto transactions tied to terrorist groups, and promoting unregistered crypto tokens.

In early November, a prolonged US government shutdown impacted the crypto market. Bitcoin's performance was weak, contrasting with the S&P 500's resilience and gold's gains. Concerns about an S&P 500 correction and potential DAT issuer bankruptcy added pressure. Bitcoin's momentum faded, with market sentiment turning pessimistic, and long-term holders began taking profits. Ethereum also had a poor month, facing valuation uncertainties. Several blockchains saw decreased activity. BNB Chain experienced drops in transactions and fees, while Solana's network fees and DEX volume decreased, although Solana ETFs saw inflows. Base's fees and DEX volume also declined. Tron's fees hit a low, but perp volume surged. Plasma's stablecoin market cap and TVL significantly decreased. Certain altcoins like RAIN and XMR showed strength. Lighter became the top project by perp volume, while prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi reached new highs in volume and transactions.

U.S. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has become known in the cryptocurrency world for increasing her investment in Bitcoin.

Several crypto analysts have provided price predictions for XRP. One analyst, Dom, suggests XRP needs to reach $2.22 to potentially rally towards $2.50, with a failure to stay above $2 potentially leading to further price declines. Another analyst, Egrag Crypto, identifies $2.60 and $3.40 as key levels for bullish momentum, while a drop below the 21 EMA could indicate trouble. Ali Martinez predicts a potential breakout to $2.75 if XRP surpasses $2.28, but warns of a possible drop to $1.20 if it falls below the $2 support level. CasiTrades anticipates a final dip before XRP reaches new highs, possibly to $1.80 or even $1.64. Currently, XRP is trading around $2.18.

Nvidia is making significant investments, totaling billions of dollars, in companies like Synopsys, Nokia, Intel, and Anthropic, with a potential $100 billion investment in OpenAI still under discussion. These moves are supported by the company's substantial cash reserves, which have grown from $13.3 billion in January 2023 to over $60 billion by the end of October, driven by the high demand for its chips following the rise of AI. Analysts estimate Nvidia could generate hundreds of billions in free cash flow over the next three years. While continuing stock buybacks and dividends, Nvidia emphasizes that its strong financial position is crucial for reassuring customers and suppliers, enabling it to support growth and manage inventory. These investments aim to expand the reach of Nvidias AI software ecosystem. Nvidia has shifted its strategy from large acquisitions, following regulatory challenges in acquiring Arm, towards making smaller investments in private companies.

The article suggests that investors are shifting away from Dogecoin (DOGE), currently priced at $0.13, due to its recent downtrend and potentially unrealistic target of reaching $1. Instead, the focus is moving towards Stellar (XLM), trading at $0.23, because of its real-world applications and potential to reach $2.50-$3. Digitap ($TAP), currently in its second ICO round at $0.0334, is also being highlighted for combining DeFi and TradFi, having already raised over $2.2 million, and offering features like no-KYC cards and offshore accounts. Experts predict a potential 50x rally for Digitap after its launch, with a target listing price of $0.14, emphasizing its potential in the cross-border payments market. A promotion gives 20% off Digitap purchases with code TAPPER20.

Bitcoin's price has risen above $93,000, but the amount of Bitcoin held on the Binance exchange is decreasing. This is due to investors moving their Bitcoin to personal wallets for increased security and U.S. spot ETF managers withdrawing Bitcoin to store with regulated custodians. This reduction in Bitcoin on exchanges can push prices higher when demand increases. The futures market is also active, with daily liquidations rising to $68 million for long positions and $45 million for short positions, and total open interest reaching a record $67 billion. Traders are watching the $92,000-$94,000 range as resistance, with a break above potentially leading to $100,000. Support is seen between $88,000-$89,000. Trading volumes reached nearly $86 billion, indicating strong investor interest.

Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the founder of Binance, spoke at Binance Blockchain Week in Dubai, addressing rumors and reaffirming his support for Bitcoin. CZ denied any connection to the Trump family and stated he has no plans to return to a daily management role at Binance. He emphasized his belief that holding Bitcoin is a strong long-term investment strategy, outperforming many startups, especially in uncertain economic times. This discussion included Peter Schiff, a gold advocate, who argued that Bitcoin's value is solely based on speculation. CZ countered by highlighting Bitcoin's fixed supply, global demand, and ease of transfer. A video clip of CZ offering Schiff a gold bar and questioning its authenticity went viral. Schiff couldn't verify its authenticity, which CZ used to demonstrate Bitcoin's verifiable nature on the blockchain. CZ further argued that Bitcoin's scarcity and global accessibility make it a superior asset compared to gold.

Changpeng Zhao (CZ), founder of Binance, highlighted a new prediction market platform called predict.fun built on the BNB Chain. This platform allows users to make predictions on events and earn yield on their funds while waiting for the outcome. The platform currently has two active markets with a total volume close to $300,000. Predict.fun aims to leverage BNB Chain's large user base to grow, as BNB Chain has a high number of active wallets. However, BNB Chain faces challenges due to limited stablecoin liquidity, which could hinder Predict.fun's ability to compete with larger prediction market platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi, and smaller ones like Limitless. The news also coincides with regulatory concerns, as Connecticut regulators issued cease and desist orders to other crypto platforms for unlicensed gambling activities.

Canada's main stock exchange, the S&P/TSX Composite Index, has seen a 26% increase in 2025, the largest yearly gain since 2009, surpassing the performance of American stocks by a significant margin. When accounting for currency differences, Canadian stocks rose 29% compared to the S&P 500's 16%. This growth is attributed to a combination of factors, including domestic spending triggered by US tariffs, the composition of the Toronto exchange which is heavily weighted toward banks, mining, and energy companies, as well as investor concerns about overvalued technology stocks in the US. Banks on the Canadian exchange have climbed 25% this year, and materials companies have increased 90%. The Canadian economy has also shown signs of improvement with better-than-expected job numbers and a strong third quarter.

The article suggests Bitcoin's price has the potential to reach $100,000. This is linked to increasing expectations that the Federal Reserve might cut interest rates three times. The increased probability of these rate cuts is considered to be at an all-time high, which could positively influence Bitcoin's value.

Ozak AI, an AI-powered analytics project, is experiencing a surge in investor interest as it approaches its official listing on exchanges. The project has raised over $4.56 million in its presale, with the current token price at $0.014. Large crypto investors, often called 'whales,' are showing significant interest, driven by Ozak AI's plans for advanced predictive analytics and a decentralized AI ecosystem for transforming financial markets. These whales are demonstrating confidence in the project's technology and vision, particularly its Ozak Streaming Network (OSN) for real-time market data and its AI analytical component, 'The Neuron'. The platform's partnerships, including collaborations with Phala Network and Perceptron Network, aim to enhance data privacy and incentivize data contributions. The current presale phase at $0.014 represents the final opportunity for early investors before the token becomes publicly available.

The article discusses five robotics stocks that analysts are watching. Nvidia, a chipmaker for AI and robotics, has a Strong Buy rating with analysts projecting a potential 38% upside. Teradyne, which makes testing equipment and collaborative robots, is expected to see revenue growth in the low-20% range in 2025 with a consensus Buy rating. Tesla, known for electric vehicles, is also developing humanoid robots, with analysts having mixed ratings and an average price target of $383.96. UiPath, a robotic process automation software company, beat revenue estimates but has a Hold rating due to competition. iRobot, the maker of Roomba vacuums, faces a turnaround after a failed acquisition, with analysts having widely divergent forecasts. These companies represent different investment opportunities in the robotics industry.

A new cryptocurrency called PEPENODE ($PEPENODE) has launched, featuring a 'minetoearn' mechanism. The project focuses on decentralized finance (DeFi). PEPENODE aims to differentiate itself from meme coins like PEPE and Fartcoin by offering utility through its minetoearn system. The current price of $PEPENODE is $0.0011778, with a market capitalization of 2,262,962.60. The total supply is 215,000. The project aims to incentivize holding and utilizing $PEPENODE through its 'minetoearn' system.

BlockchainFX ($BFX) is attracting significant investor interest, with its presale exceeding $11.9 million. Whales are accumulating $BFX, drawn by a limited-time 30% bonus for early investors and a chance to win a share of a $500,000 giveaway. The project is currently priced at $0.030 and analysts predict a potential rise to $1 post-launch. BlockchainFX recently obtained an international trading license from the Anjouan Offshore Finance Authority (AOFA). The platform aims to unify crypto and traditional markets within a single app, offering trading in crypto, stocks, forex, and commodities. It also features staking rewards and a BFX Visa Card. Sui (SUI) has increased by over 20% in the last 24 hours, boosted by Coinbase New York's approval for local users to trade it. Litecoin (LTC) saw a modest price increase despite its inclusion in the first U.S. spot ETF (LTCC).

YPF, an Argentinian energy company, is considering accepting cryptocurrency payments at its gas stations. This move is driven by the increasing use of digital currencies in Argentina. YPF is exploring a system similar to its existing dollar payment method, potentially using intermediaries like Lemon, Ripio, or Binance to convert crypto into local currency. The implementation hinges on regulatory approval, security measures, and real-time conversion systems to manage exchange rate fluctuations. If implemented, YPF could be the first oil firm to transact in digital assets, potentially attracting tech-savvy consumers and signaling innovation in Latin American energy markets. The company already allows payments in U.S. dollars at YPF stations, and the adoption of crypto payments would serve to address local currency instability and enhance transaction efficiency.

Two analysts, Phil Kwok and Pumpius, are clarifying the concept of an XRP supply shock. They suggest that the current stable price of XRP might be hiding an underlying supply squeeze. According to these experts, many investors misunderstand the true nature of a supply shock and how it impacts XRP's price dynamics.

A Russian government advisor, Evgeny Masharov, reports that most funds stolen by Russian cybercriminals are converted into cryptocurrency. He notes telephone fraud remains a popular method for theft, with two-thirds of the proceeds laundered through crypto. Criminals are using increasingly sophisticated methods to recruit individuals for money laundering schemes. Masharov highlighted that despite the lack of specific crypto regulations, Russian law enforcement will soon have tools to seize digital assets. He believes the Federal Security Service (FSB) should be involved in investigating crypto crimes. New legislation is expected to regulate the seizure of cryptocurrencies and allow authorities to seek assistance from foreign exchanges. Comprehensive crypto market regulation in Russia, including investments, is anticipated by 2026.

Cayman foundation formations for crypto projects increased by over 70% year-over-year, exceeding 1,300 by the end of 2024. This surge is largely attributed to a California court ruling (Samuels v. Lido DAO) that made tokenholders potentially liable as general partners in unincorporated DAOs, pushing projects to seek legal structures offering greater protection, such as those in Cayman. While the United States is attempting to become more attractive to crypto companies through pro-crypto policies, companies are still establishing foundations in places like Cayman and Switzerland to manage governance and intellectual property, while operational entities are moving to the US, Hong Kong, and Dubai for market access and licenses. This has created a fragmented operational model for crypto platforms who are increasingly splitting governance and commercial operations to navigate different regulatory environments.

U.S. weekly jobless claims have fallen to a 3-year low. This news comes ahead of the upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting.

Solana (SOL) has increased in value by 1.5% in the last 24 hours, bringing its price to $143.20. The cryptocurrency is now aiming for a price of $186, which is seen as the next level of resistance. Current market data shows mixed sentiment regarding Solana's future.

The altcoin market is showing signs of a potential buying opportunity as trading volumes have fallen below their yearly average. This pattern has historically preceded periods of market recovery. Ethereum is approaching a major support test, while activity on its Layer 2 networks is increasing. Solana is demonstrating strength, with high developer activity and strong liquidity. Chainlink is experiencing rising demand for its oracle services, particularly from institutional players. Avalanche is well-positioned for institutional adoption due to its subnet expansions and real-world asset integrations. Polygon, after its Polygon 2.0 revamp, is seeing growing demand for scaling solutions. These five altcoins are highlighted as ones to watch for potential breakouts as the market shifts focus from Bitcoin.

In December 2025, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana showed synchronized price movements, indicating influence from large financial institutions and significant investors rather than individual traders. This coordinated behavior was observed through similar uptrends from April to October, followed by corrections. A rebound occurred around November 21, with all three cryptocurrencies hitting specific support levels simultaneously. This recovery is linked to the U.S. Federal Reserve ending its quantitative tightening program and injecting $13.5 billion into the banking system, which boosted crypto prices between December 1 and December 4: Bitcoin rose by 11%, Ethereum by 15%, and Solana by 17%. Looking ahead, the market faces potential volatility due to the Bank of Japan's expected rate hike and the upcoming U.S. FOMC decision.

Nauticus Robotics (KITT) stock experienced a significant increase, soaring 200% after the company exchanged secured convertible loans and debentures for Series C preferred stock on December 3, 2025. Each Series C preferred share has a stated value of $1,000, pays a 10% annual dividend, and can be converted into common stock. Shareholders previously approved the conversion of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock. A proposal to increase authorized shares from 625 million to 5 billion failed to pass despite receiving a majority of votes due to not meeting the required threshold of a majority of all issued and outstanding common stock. In Q3 2025, Nauticus Robotics reported a net loss of $6.6 million on revenue of $1.9 million. The stock, trading under the ticker KITT, has seen recent volatility, and analysts currently have a 'Sell' rating with a $0.71 price target.

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink stated that multiple sovereign wealth funds have been incrementally purchasing Bitcoin after its price declined from a high of over $126,000. These government-backed investment funds reportedly waited for the price to decrease before gradually increasing their Bitcoin holdings in small increments.

Cloudflare has mitigated a record-breaking 29.7 Tbps distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack originating from the AISURU botnet, which comprises 1-4 million infected hosts. This botnet has targeted telecommunication providers, gaming companies, hosting providers, and financial services. Cloudflare also stopped a 14.1 Bpps DDoS attack from the same botnet. The number of DDoS attacks blocked totaled 8.3 million in the measured time period, marking a 15% increase from the previous quarter and a 40% jump from the previous year. There were 36.2 million DDoS attacks thwarted, with network-layer attacks exceeding 1 Tbps rising from 717 in Q1 2025 to 1,304 in Q3 2025. DDoS attacks targeting AI companies have surged by 347% month-over-month in Q3. There's also been a 31,900% increase in HTTP DDoS traffic originating from Indonesia over four years. Traditional DDoS mitigation methods are becoming less effective due to the increasing size and speed of attacks.

Kraken and Deutsche Börse have partnered to give institutions greater access to crypto trading. The partnership aims to create a more regulated and easily accessible environment for trading cryptocurrencies and tokenized assets. As a first step, Kraken will connect directly to 360T, a Deutsche Börse company, providing better foreign exchange rates and more efficient ways for institutions to move money in and out of crypto. Ultimately, banks and other financial firms will be able to offer crypto trading to their clients through Kraken's technology. The collaboration also plans to integrate Eurex derivatives, pending regulatory approval, and work together on tokenizing equities. This means that traditional assets like stocks could be represented as digital tokens, making them easier to trade and manage. Deutsche Börse clients will be able to trade crypto through Kraken, while Kraken's clients can access European markets through Deutsche Börse's infrastructure, creating a two-way bridge between the U.S. and Europe.

The CoinDesk 20 index, which tracks the performance of the top digital assets, experienced a decline. Within this index, Hedera (HBAR) specifically decreased in value by 3.9%. This indicates that HBAR performed worse than the overall index average during this period, contributing to the index's overall negative performance. This means if you held HBAR you would have lost almost 4% of the coin's value, and the basket of top coins also went down.

Richtech Robotics stock experienced a significant surge, climbing nearly 19% after reports surfaced regarding potential U.S. government support for domestic robotics manufacturing under a possible Trump administration initiative in 2025. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has engaged with robotics industry CEOs, and the Department of Transportation plans to create a robotics working group. This push aims to address China's dominance in robotics. Richtech Robotics also announced a new AI partnership with NomadGo to enhance inventory management automation. The stock closed at $4.22, a $0.66 increase, with elevated trading volume. Richtech's market capitalization is around $837 million. The company produces service robots for various industries and faces challenges related to revenue growth and cash management.

XRP-based Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) have experienced a continuous inflow of investment for 13 consecutive days. These ETFs are approaching a significant milestone of accumulating $1 billion in total assets. This ongoing trend indicates sustained investor interest in XRP-related investment products.

Hyperliquid Strategies moved $411 million worth of HYPE tokens between its wallets. The company transferred 12 million HYPE tokens from one network (HyperEVM) to another (Hypercore), distributing them across 32 different wallets. This amount represents a portion of the total HYPE supply that is currently circulating. The movement of tokens has made the company's wallet structure publicly visible. Soon after the transfer, the company started staking 425,000 HYPE tokens, worth $14.5 million, in three of the wallets, indicating a plan to earn rewards on these holdings. There is speculation that Hyperliquid Strategies may buy even more HYPE tokens in the near future. The transfers took place without causing any major price changes in the HYPE token.

Micron Technology (MU) will discontinue its Crucial-branded consumer memory products by February 2026 to concentrate on producing memory chips for artificial intelligence (AI) applications. This shift involves competing with companies like SK Hynix and Samsung to supply high-bandwidth memory (HBM) for AI processors used by Nvidia and others. Despite an initial stock dip, Micron's shares have more than doubled in 2025 as a result of this strategic move. Conventional DRAM prices are expected to increase significantly in the fourth quarter due to high AI demand, with analysts maintaining a strong buy rating for Micron stock and an average price target of $233.32. Micron will stop selling Crucial products within three months, honoring existing warranties, and will continue to pursue AI-related supply contracts.

Solana ETFs experienced a record outflow of $32.19 million, primarily driven by a $41.79 million outflow from the 21Shares Solana ETF (TSOL). Despite inflows into other Solana ETFs like Bitwise, Grayscale, and Fidelity, and positive news like Revolut's support for Solana payments and the Solana Mobile SKR token launch, the overall outflow has sparked concerns. Consequently, the price of SOL has decreased by 2%, currently trading around $142.93. Analysts are watching a key 2-year trendline, with a potential drop to $123 if the price falls below $139. Concerns are rising as Solana is trading below the 30-day moving average which is a bearish signal. Network fees also dropped 20% during November, impacting investor sentiment.

Solana (SOL) is currently testing resistance around $140-$144, a level it has struggled to overcome since November. After a recent dip to $123, it bounced back, testing the upper range again. Analysts are divided on its strength. Some see potential for an 80% rally if it holds its support trendline. Others warn that repeated failures to break through resistance and potentially weaker rebounds from support levels could signal underlying weakness, potentially leading to a price decrease towards $117 or lower. To avoid this Solana must breach downtrends. A successful break above $144 could lead to a retest of higher levels, potentially reaching $163.

Mashreq Capital, an asset manager in the Dubai International Financial Center, has launched BITMAC, a new investment fund for retail investors. The fund offers a mix of assets including global stocks, bonds, gold, and Bitcoin through ETFs. The minimum investment is $100. BITMAC will allocate 90% of its funds to stocks and bonds, with 5% each in gold and Bitcoin. This fund aims to provide retail investors with a way to invest in digital assets while managing risk. In related news, Abu Dhabi Investment Council (ADIC) and Mubadala, sovereign wealth funds in the UAE, have invested in BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF. ADIC increased its holdings to almost 8 million shares, worth about $518 million, and Mubadala disclosed a $408.5 million stake, holding 8,726,972 shares as of March 31, 2025. The iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF is the world's largest crypto ETF with over $70 billion in assets.

The Ethereum network has activated its Fusaka upgrade on the main network. This upgrade brings a major change to how the network handles data and scaling, primarily through a mechanism called PeerDAS, which increases data throughput for layer 2 networks (rollups) by eight times. This means layer 2 networks can now publish significantly more data to the Ethereum network, improving their efficiency. The upgrade also includes user experience improvements and sets the stage for further scaling of the main Ethereum network by raising its gas limit. Vitalik Buterin, a co-founder of Ethereum, emphasized that PeerDAS is essentially a form of sharding, a long-term goal for Ethereum, allowing the network to agree on blocks without requiring every node to download all the data. While this is a significant step, Buterin also pointed out that further improvements are needed to fully realize Ethereum's scaling potential. The Ethereum community views Fusaka as a key milestone in achieving sharding on the main network. At the time of the announcement, ETH was trading at $3,194.

Monad (MON) is facing a potential price decrease, possibly reaching its initial listing price. After a price increase in early December, the token failed to break through the $0.033 mark twice, creating a bearish double top pattern. Key indicators reveal that large investors, experienced traders, and those involved in derivatives trading are reducing their positions. Specifically, top addresses have significantly cut their futures exposure, indicating a lack of confidence in further price gains. The price is currently around $0.029, and if it falls below the $0.028 support level, it could drop to $0.022 and potentially revisit the $0.020 level seen after its initial listing. For a bullish trend reversal, Monad needs to surpass $0.038.

Aster DEX, positioned as a competitor to Hyperliquid, is planning to launch its own Layer 1 blockchain in early 2026. This indicates a move towards greater autonomy and control over its infrastructure, potentially allowing for customized features and improved scalability compared to operating on an existing blockchain. The launch aims to establish Aster DEX as an independent entity within the cryptocurrency landscape.

A recent report by CoinDCX reveals that Indian crypto investors are increasingly diversifying their digital asset portfolios. The average CoinDCX user now holds five different tokens, up from two to three previously. Layer-1 tokens account for a significant portion of portfolio volumes at 43.3%, while Bitcoin makes up 26.5%. Memecoins represent 11.8% of portfolios, indicating continued speculative interest. The average age of users on the platform is 32, with millennials being the dominant demographic. The number of women investors has doubled year-on-year, and they are also diversifying into various tokens. While awareness and interest in crypto are high in India, deeper, research-driven participation is still limited.

Morgan Stanley increased its price target for Nvidia stock from $235 to $250, indicating a potential 38% increase from its current price. The analyst, Joe Moore, based this decision on research suggesting Nvidia maintains a strong hold on the AI accelerator and data-center GPU markets, controlling 70-95% of the market share. Concerns about competition from Google and AMD were deemed overstated. Tight supply in the GPU market reflects the aggressive expansion of AI infrastructure. The new price target aligns with the average Wall Street estimate of $250.66, with Morgan Stanley gaining confidence in Nvidia's growth potential after independent verification of market strength.

A recent report by CoinDCX shows significant shifts in the Indian cryptocurrency market in 2025. Indian crypto investors are increasingly diversifying their portfolios, moving beyond a primary focus on Bitcoin. Layer-1 tokens now make up the largest portion of portfolios at 43.3%, while Bitcoin holds 26.5% and meme coins 11.8%. Trading volume in India reached over 51,000 crore rupees this fiscal year. The average number of tokens held by each investor has risen from 2-3 in 2022 to 5, indicating a greater diversification strategy. Non-metro cities account for 40% of India's crypto users, with Lucknow leading in trading volume at 4,000 crore rupees. Ethereum adoption has surged, especially in cities like Bengaluru, Pune and Mumbai. Female participation in the crypto market has doubled year-over-year, with Kolkata, Delhi, and Mumbai leading among metro cities. The average age of investors has increased from 25 to 32 years, suggesting more financially stable individuals are entering the market.

U.S. jobless claims fell to 191,000, significantly lower than the expected 219,000 and the lowest since September 2022. Bitcoin's price remained around $92,000 following this news. The strength of the labor market presents a dilemma for the Federal Reserve (Fed) regarding potential interest rate cuts. While the market anticipates a rate cut in December with 86% probability, the strong jobless claims data may reduce the urgency for the Fed to ease monetary policy. The key question is whether the Fed will see this as a sign the economy can handle higher rates, potentially impacting Bitcoin's price which needs to hold above $100,000 to confirm bullish momentum. Failure to maintain support at $93,000 could lead to a retest of the $88,000-$90,000 range if the Fed chooses not to cut rates. The total crypto market capitalization is at $3.2 trillion.

The cryptocurrency market is seeing mixed performance this week. Cardano (ADA) is struggling, trading around $0.43 with resistance at $0.47-$0.50 and again at $0.70-$0.85. Solana (SOL) is trading near $150, facing resistance between $165 and $179. Many investors are shifting focus to newer projects like Mutuum Finance (MUTM), which is priced at $0.035 and has already risen 250% since its initial offering. Mutuum Finance has raised $19 million, attracted over 18,200 holders, and sold over 95% of its Phase 6 allocation. Its V1 launch is scheduled for Q4 2025 on the Sepolia Testnet. Mutuum Finance uses mtTokens to reward users and implements a buy-and-distribute mechanism to support token demand. Analysts predict MUTM could reach $0.25 to $0.40 after its $0.06 launch.

European regulators are planning to investigate Meta's integration of AI into WhatsApp, specifically the Meta AI system launched in March. The investigation, conducted under traditional EU competition law rather than the Digital Markets Act, will examine whether Meta is abusing its market dominance by integrating AI features without user consent and potentially limiting competition from other AI chatbot providers. Italy had already begun a similar investigation months ago. This scrutiny comes amid increasing pressure from the EU on large tech companies and friction with the US regarding digital regulation. The outcome could set a precedent for how platforms integrate AI while maintaining fair competition. Meta faces potential regulatory burdens internationally as AI becomes more integral to consumer services.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman considered a multi-billion dollar investment in Stoke Space, a rocket company, potentially giving him a controlling stake. Discussions took place during the summer and fall of 2025 but are now inactive, with no deal reached. Stoke Space, founded by former Blue Origin employees, is developing reusable rocket technology. Altman has publicly stated his interest in space-based data centers to support AI computing needs and reduce environmental impact. This move would have positioned him to compete with Elon Musk's SpaceX, who also runs xAI, an AI competitor to OpenAI.

Ledger and Lamborghini are collaborating to release a limited-edition Ledger Stax hardware wallet, expected in early 2026. This device will feature custom packaging and branding, combining luxury design with secure crypto storage. Ledger is also adding direct CELO swaps within its Ledger Wallet, allowing users to trade CELO without needing external platforms, enhancing security and convenience. This move aims to make secure on-chain activity more accessible to everyday users, reflecting a broader trend of integrating crypto tools into mainstream technology as crypto ownership increases, with over 580 million global users in 2024 seeking secure asset protection.

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink stated that some sovereign wealth funds have been buying Bitcoin. These funds increased their Bitcoin purchases as the price decreased from a high of $126,000, particularly when it fell to around $80,000. Fink emphasized that their strategy involves slow, long-term accumulation of Bitcoin.

Solmate is acquiring RockawayX in an all-stock transaction with the goal of creating a large institutional Solana platform valued at $2 billion. The merger intends to build a significant presence in the Solana ecosystem, specifically targeting institutional investors.

On December 3, 2025, ARK Invest, led by Cathie Wood, made significant changes to its investment portfolio. The firm invested $3.81 million in GeneDx Holdings Corp, a genomics company specializing in genetic testing, buying 23,724 shares for its ARKK and ARKG ETFs. Simultaneously, ARK purchased 858,295 shares of WeRide, a Chinese autonomous driving company, over three days, including a $1.66 million purchase of 191,149 shares on December 3 alone through the ARKQ ETF. These moves signal a strong belief in the autonomous vehicle sector, aligning with ARK's forecast of a multi-trillion-dollar robotaxi market by 2030. To fund these investments, ARK sold $3.58 million worth of Iridium Communications stock (214,591 shares) and $1.43 million worth of Ibotta shares (60,304 shares). The firm also trimmed its Roku position by $528,638 (5,380 shares). Smaller purchases included Shopify ($243,243), Bullish ($53,997) and Kodiak AI ($20,313).

Changpeng Zhao (CZ) announced the launch of a new prediction market platform called predict.fun on the BNB Chain. This platform allows users to earn yield on their staked funds through DeFi integrations while also placing bets on events. Predict.fun currently features two markets with about $300,000 in total volume and claims over 12,000 users with nearly 300,000 bets made. It operates using a traditional order book model. The platform is backed by CZ's YZi Labs and was founded by a former Binance researcher, aiming to be a hub for crypto, sports, and general event predictions on the BNB Chain. Also, Trust Wallet launched a new feature called Predictions, enabling users to trade on real-world events directly within the wallet. However, prediction markets face legal challenges in the US, with multiple states issuing cease-and-desist orders to companies like Robinhood, Kalshi, and Crypto.com due to concerns over unlicensed online gambling. CZ also participated in a debate with Peter Schiff at Binance Blockchain Week, predicting that the crypto industry will soon enter a bull market.

BoBe.app, a Web3 platform that uses AI to automate crypto trading, has launched its main network after testing. Users can exchange assets for $BOBE tokens at a rate of 1.1 $USDT per token and then 'bake' (lock) these tokens to earn daily $USDT rewards generated by the platform's trading algorithms on the spot market. These rewards are distributed through audited smart contracts, allocating 80% to those who ‘bake’, 15% to an affiliate program, and 10% to the platform itself. The current average annual percentage rate (APR) is stated to be 27%. BoBe.app's architecture combines on-chain and off-chain elements aiming for transparency and speed. Future plans include integrating more AI tools, expanding trading strategies, community growth, partnerships, and listing the $BOBE token on exchanges in Q1 2026.

The SEC issued a warning to ETF issuers, specifically addressing concerns about Direxion's filings for 3X leveraged ETFs. The SEC's main issue is that these funds appear to exceed leverage limits outlined in rule 18f-4, which requires funds to measure Value-at-Risk (VaR) against unleveraged reference assets. Dozens of Direxion filings from October 2025, including those tied to major tech stocks, crypto assets like Bitcoin and Ether, energy, and metals, are now facing delays. The SEC has stated that it will not proceed with reviewing these filings until Direxion revises its objectives or withdraws the applications to comply with leverage rules. Fund management remains responsible for the accuracy of disclosures.

OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is acquiring Neptune, a startup that provides tools to help monitor and improve the training of AI models. The deal, reportedly valued at under $400 million in stock, will see Neptune's technology integrated into OpenAI's infrastructure to enhance the development of their GPT models. Neptune, which has raised over $18 million since 2018, will discontinue serving its existing external clients as it joins OpenAI. This acquisition is part of a broader strategy by OpenAI, which has made several other acquisitions and investments this year, reflecting its growth and ambition in the AI space. While OpenAI's valuation has reached $500 billion and a potential IPO has been discussed, the company's CFO has indicated that an IPO is not currently planned.

VTB, Russia's second-largest bank, intends to introduce Bitcoin and cryptocurrency trading services in 2026. This initiative aims to provide both individual and business clients access to regulated cryptocurrency trading through a major Russian financial institution. The bank's entry suggests increasing interest and acceptance of digital currencies within Russia.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang met with President Trump to discuss AI chip export restrictions and AI regulation. A proposed measure called the GAIN AI Act, which would prioritize U.S. customers for AI chips before they are exported to countries like China, will not be included in the defense bill. Huang expressed concern that state-by-state AI rules could hinder industry progress and harm national security, advocating for federal regulation instead. Trump confirmed that Huang understands his position on export controls. Huang also addressed concerns about GPU smuggling, highlighting the impracticality due to the chips' size, weight, and cost.

Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the founder of Binance, argued that Bitcoin is superior to gold in terms of verifiability, utility, and scarcity. CZ's statement directly contrasts with the views of Peter Schiff, a known gold advocate. The core argument revolves around Bitcoin's easily verifiable digital nature, its use in transactions and decentralized applications, and its limited supply of 21 million coins, contrasting with the challenges in verifying gold authenticity, its limited utility beyond investment, and potentially fluctuating supply through mining advancements.

World Liberty Fi sent 250 million of its WLFI tokens, worth approximately $40 million, to Jump Trading, a major market maker in the cryptocurrency space. This is the largest transfer of WLFI to Jump Trading to date, with previous transfers occurring over the past three months. The tokens are currently untouched in the Jump Trading wallet. The move comes as WLFI token prices remain low, trading around $0.15 with weak trading volumes and open interest. World Liberty Fi has recently announced buybacks of the token. Simultaneously, World Liberty Fi is focusing on expanding the adoption of its USD1 stablecoin, which is now a trading option on Binance for Bitcoin and has a circulating supply of over 2.7 billion tokens across multiple blockchains. The company also plans to introduce real-world asset (RWA) tokenization in early 2026.

MicroStrategy has moved about 27% of its Bitcoin holdings, approximately 177,351 BTC worth $1 billion, to Fidelity's custody. This means these coins are no longer easily tracked on the blockchain. This has caused concern among investors because sales of these coins could be done discreetly through internal transfers within Fidelity, making it harder to detect when MicroStrategy sells. The company's stock, MSTR, has fallen significantly from its peak, mirroring Bitcoin's price movement. Some analysts believe this move to Fidelity could allow MicroStrategy to sell off a large amount of Bitcoin without immediately alerting the market, potentially to alleviate financial pressures given the company's debt. However, others argue that it is simply a security measure and that MicroStrategy is not planning to sell its Bitcoin. MicroStrategy's future reports will be watched closely to see if their Bitcoin holdings have decreased, which could indicate hidden sales. As of December 4, 2025, the stock closed around $188.39, down roughly 60% from its September peak near $457. Bitcoin itself is near $92,000 (about 27% below its all-time high).

Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) is launching a presale for its Layer-2 solution designed to make Bitcoin transactions faster and more functional. Bitcoin's current limitations in speed and smart contract capabilities are being addressed by Bitcoin Hyper, which integrates a Solana Virtual Machine (SVM) to enable faster transactions and decentralized applications (dApps) for Bitcoin. The goal is to transform Bitcoin from a passive store of value into an active asset that can be used for payments, DeFi, NFTs, and gaming. The presale has already raised $28.9 million, with tokens priced at $0.013375. Whale investors have made substantial purchases, including buys of $500K, $396K, and $274K. Price predictions suggest $HYPER could reach $0.08625 by the end of 2026. Bitcoin Hyper aims to provide Bitcoin with an application layer, allowing for faster, low-cost transfers and SVM-powered dApps without compromising Bitcoin's core security.

Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) is launching a presale for its Layer-2 solution that aims to improve Bitcoin's scalability and functionality by integrating a Solana Virtual Machine (SVM). The goal is to enable faster and cheaper Bitcoin transactions, facilitate DeFi applications, NFTs, and other uses on the Bitcoin network. The project intends to transform Bitcoin from a primarily passive asset into one that can be actively used in various decentralized applications. The presale has already raised $28.9 million with tokens priced at $0.013375, and there have been large purchases by whale investors. The project aims to provide Bitcoin holders with a high-throughput Layer-2 solution, enabling high-speed payments, low fees, and DeFi opportunities for wrapped Bitcoin, without compromising Bitcoin's security.

At Binance Blockchain Week in Dubai, Peter Schiff and Changpeng Zhao (CZ) debated the merits of Bitcoin versus gold as stores of value and mediums of exchange. Schiff argued that Bitcoin payments are essentially just people selling Bitcoin for fiat currency, making them speculative bets rather than true payments. CZ countered that crypto cards simplify Bitcoin payments, with intermediaries handling the conversion to the merchant's preferred currency. Schiff also criticized Bitcoin's value as being purely speculative, like a lottery ticket, while CZ defended it as a long-term asset with a growing ecosystem. They also discussed tokenized gold as a payment option. Bitcoin's price was around $92,669, down over 2% from the start of 2025, while gold was trading at $4,187, up over 57% from the start of the year.

CoinPoker has announced updates to its platform, now accessible on both iOS and Android devices. The platform emphasizes fair play using a Random Number Generator (RNG) for game randomness. CoinPoker offers various poker games including Texas Hold'em (NLH), Pot Limit Omaha (PLO), and 5 Card Pot Limit Omaha (PLO5). Also other games such as Caribbean Stud, 3-Card Poker and Texas Hold'em Bonus are offered. Cash games and tournaments like the Cash Game World Championship and CoinMasters are available, with stakes starting at $0.20. New users can benefit from promotions including a 150% Welcome Bonus for deposits over $2 and a 33% weekly Rakeback. CoinRaces are also offered with prizes up to $12 and freerolls with prizes of $5. Reload bonuses may also be available. CoinPoker aims to provide a secure and engaging online poker experience with a focus on community and player experience.

XRP ETFs, which are investment funds holding Ripples (XRP) tokens, have seen substantial inflows since the first US-based XRP ETF launched in mid-November. Total net inflows into these XRP ETFs are approaching $900 million, with every trading day since November 13 showing positive inflows. Canary Capitals XRPC was the first to launch, followed by Bitwise, Grayscale, and Franklin Templeton. Despite the success of the ETFs, the price of XRP itself has not performed as strongly, and is down year-to-date and remains significantly below its all-time high. Analysts predict a potential breakout to $2.75 if it reclaims the first key resistance level at $2.28.

MicroStrategy (MSTR) is significantly slowing down its Bitcoin buying strategy. The company's Bitcoin purchases have decreased from 134,000 BTC in 2024 to 9,100 BTC in November 2025, and only 135 BTC in early December. To prepare for potential market downturns, MicroStrategy has raised $1.44 billion to create a US dollar reserve that can cover key financial obligations for up to 24 months. This buffer reduces the risk of being forced to sell Bitcoin during market stress. MicroStrategy may also sell Bitcoin or derivatives to manage risk. This change in strategy means that a major source of Bitcoin demand is lessening, as MicroStrategy prioritizes financial stability over aggressive Bitcoin accumulation.

iRobot's stock price jumped 74% on Wednesday following reports that the Trump administration is planning an executive order in 2025 to support the U.S. robotics industry with potential subsidies, tax breaks, and research funding. This initiative is aimed at helping American companies compete with growing Chinese robotics firms. Despite this surge, iRobot's stock is still down 56% for the year. The company's third-quarter revenue fell 25% to $145.8 million, and it owes $161.5 million to its Chinese factory partner, leading it to consider selling parts of its business. The stock is highly volatile due to significant short interest, and while other robotics stocks also increased in value, iRobot faces challenges, including debt and declining revenue, which may not be fully addressed by the proposed government support given its focus on consumer robots.

Delphi Digital predicts that 2026 could be a positive year for cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin due to anticipated Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. The Fed is expected to cut rates by 0.25% at its December meeting, potentially followed by further cuts into 2026, bringing rates down to around 3%. This shift, coupled with the end of quantitative tightening on December 1st, a Treasury General Account drawdown, and a depleted Reverse Repo Program, is expected to create a more favorable environment for assets like cryptocurrencies. Despite inflation around 3%, the Fed is seen as needing to lower rates to support consumers amidst a widening wealth gap. Goldman Sachs predicts a pause in January followed by cuts in March and June, while Bank of America forecasts two additional cuts in June and July of 2026 due to anticipated leadership change in the Feds board. Disagreements within the Federal Open Market Committee add uncertainty. Asian currencies, including the Indian rupee, Indonesian rupiah, South Korean won, and Philippine peso, are expected to benefit from the potential rate cuts.

BitMine, an Ethereum-focused treasury firm led by Tom Lee, has increased its Ether holdings by $150 million, bringing its total stake to over 3% of Ethereum's supply. The company aims to control 5% of all Ether, viewing it as vital financial infrastructure. The purchase included 18,345 ETH through BitGo and 30,278 ETH through Kraken. This accumulation occurs as other companies are reducing their Ether purchases. Tom Lee believes Ethereum is entering a significant growth phase, citing network upgrades and potential Federal Reserve policy changes. BitMine also announced Chi Tsang as the new CEO, replacing Jonathan Bates, and appointed three new independent board members.

UiPath's stock price increased by 10% after announcing strong third-quarter earnings. The company's earnings per share were $0.16, exceeding the expected $0.15, and revenue reached $411.1 million, surpassing estimates of $392 million. Notably, UiPath achieved its first profitable quarter under standard accounting rules, reporting $13 million in operating income. The company's annual recurring revenue grew to $1.78 billion, an 11% increase compared to the previous year. UiPath anticipates fourth-quarter revenue between $462 million and $467 million, which is higher than what analysts predicted. The company holds $1.52 billion in cash reserves and boasts a healthy customer retention rate of 107%.

An analyst, EGRAG, predicts that XRP could potentially reach a price of $27 following a breakout from its current trading pattern. This projection was shared during a discussion about XRP's potential future performance in the context of the current volatile market conditions.

An XRP Ledger validator known as Vet has criticized the idea that large financial institutions will bypass the XRP Ledger and instead use their own blockchains. Vet specifically addressed and dismissed arguments suggesting that major institutions will ignore the XRPL network.

Alphabet's stock price increased significantly, driven by optimism that its TPU chips could become a major revenue source. These chips, initially for internal use and cloud computing, might be sold to other companies, potentially creating a $900 billion business. Recent deals with Anthropic PBC and Meta Platforms Inc. fueled investor excitement. TPUs are application-specific chips that are cheaper than Nvidia chips and well-suited for machine learning. While Alphabet's stock valuation is high, some investors still see it as undervalued compared to competitors, given its AI advancements. The company's newest Gemini AI model, designed to work best with TPUs, adds further value. Google has spent over ten years developing its TPU technology, which was originally used only for internal operations before becoming available to cloud customers in 2018.

Aster has announced its plans for the next few years, including launching its own main network, called Aster Chain L1, in the first three months of 2026. In the following three months of 2026, Aster plans to introduce ways for people to earn by staking ASTER, participate in making decisions about the network, and use tools for automated trading. Aster also mentioned advancements made this year, such as combining with AstherusApolloX, launching its token, releasing a mobile app, and being listed on various cryptocurrency exchanges. Before the end of this year, Aster will release Shield Mode, TWAP strategies, and RWA stock perpetual upgrades, with testing starting before the end of the month.

Palantir's stock is rising after announcing a partnership with Nvidia and CenterPoint Energy to launch a new platform called Chain Reaction. This platform is designed to help speed up the development of AI data centers by coordinating things like permits, supply chains, and construction. The stock price had previously fallen to around $155, but the news has pushed it back up, and it's now testing resistance around $188. Technical indicators suggest the stock could continue to rise, potentially reaching $200 or even $215 if it breaks through the $188 resistance level. This partnership is significant because it integrates Palantir's technology more deeply into the infrastructure used by companies deploying AI, potentially making it a more essential service for them. However, if the stock fails to break above $188, it could fall back to the $170-$174 range.

Revolut, a large European neobank with over 65 million users and 15 million crypto accounts, now supports Solana payments, transfers, and staking directly within its app. Users can send and receive Solana quickly and cheaply, which is especially useful for international transfers. They can also stake their Solana tokens to help secure the network and earn rewards. In 2025, Revolut processed over $8.3 billion in stablecoin transfers, primarily on Ethereum, Tron, Polygon, and Solana. Newer blockchain networks like Arbitrum, Optimism, and Avalanche are starting to gain popularity among Revolut users for stablecoin transactions as well.

Bittensor's token, TAO, experienced a price increase, surpassing $300 on December 4, 2025, driven by renewed bullish sentiment and anticipation of its first network halving event. This halving, scheduled to occur in approximately 10 days, will reduce the daily emission of TAO tokens from 7,200 to 3,600, mirroring Bitcoin's supply reduction strategy and aiming for long-term scarcity. The price jump comes amid growing confidence in Bittensor's role in decentralized AI and machine learning. Wall Street analysts are also expressing bullish sentiment on the AI sector, potentially further fueling TAO's rally. Previously, TAO surged from approximately $300 on October 11, 2025, to $500 on November 2, 2025, before correcting. The token's all-time high was $795.6 in April 2024.

The European Commission is preparing to launch an antitrust investigation into Meta Platforms, specifically focusing on how the company integrated artificial intelligence into WhatsApp earlier this year. The investigation aims to determine if Meta's AI rollout gives it an unfair competitive advantage. The formal announcement of the investigation is expected soon, potentially as early as Thursday. Following the report of the upcoming investigation, Meta's stock experienced a decline of 1.16%. This probe adds to the increasing regulatory challenges Meta faces in Europe, where regulators are prioritizing the policing of big tech companies and their AI practices.

Ledger researchers found a security flaw in MediaTek's Dimensity 7300 chip, used in many Android smartphones, that cannot be fixed with software updates because it's hard-coded into the processor. This flaw allows attackers with physical access to a phone to gain complete control by bypassing security measures during the phone's startup. By using electromagnetic fault injection, attackers can access memory and run custom code at the highest privilege level, potentially exposing private keys stored in mobile wallets. This means that if a phone is lost or stolen, the private keys to access cryptocurrencies on the phone may be compromised. MediaTek has notified smartphone vendors about the issue, but devices using this chip remain vulnerable to physical attacks, suggesting that securing private keys in dedicated hardware wallets is safer than relying solely on smartphone security.

Coinbase is working with major US banks to integrate cryptocurrency, specifically stablecoins, into traditional financial systems. This integration aims to make moving tokenized dollars as easy as transferring funds within online banking. This could lead to faster and larger inflows of capital into the crypto market. With institutional money potentially flowing into established cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, speculative investors might seek higher-risk, high-reward opportunities in meme coins and gamified crypto projects. One such project is PEPENODE, a meme coin that uses a virtual mining model where users can earn meme coin rewards by buying and upgrading virtual mining nodes. The PEPENODE presale has already raised over $2.2 million, with some investors making substantial purchases. The project operates on the Ethereum blockchain, using smart contracts for staking, rewards, and governance.

Solana Mobile is launching a native token called SKR in January 2026. The total supply of SKR will be 10 billion. These tokens will be distributed with 30% allocated for airdrops, 25% for growth and partnerships, 10% for liquidity and launch, 10% for a community treasury, 15% for Solana Mobile, and 10% for Solana Labs. SKR aims to incentivize users and developers within the Solana Mobile ecosystem, particularly those using the Seeker smartphone and its associated dApp store. Token use cases include rewarding builders, reinforcing device security, and coordinating dApp store operations. Early beneficiaries are expected to be Seeker owners and dApp developers through airdrops. The token's value will depend on the adoption of Seeker phones, the availability of apps, and overall community engagement.

Bitcoin has risen above $93,000, leading to cautious optimism among market watchers. Some analysts believe Bitcoin may face resistance at $100,000 and $107,000 levels. Another analyst suggests Bitcoin's peak may have already occurred last month above $126,000. Altcoins, which have been underperforming against Bitcoin, might experience a temporary recovery in the next few months. This potential altcoin bounce could happen while Bitcoin undergoes a correction, similar to market patterns observed in 2019-2020. A larger altcoin rally is predicted for 2027-2029.

Nvidia has announced a new AI server that demonstrates a tenfold increase in performance for mixture-of-expert AI models, including Moonshoot AI's Kimi K2. This server, containing 72 high-performance chips with fast interconnections, targets the AI inference market, where companies deploy AI for end users. While Nvidia dominates AI training, it faces competition from AMD and Cerebras in the inference market. The mixture-of-expert approach divides AI tasks among specialized 'experts', gaining popularity after DeepSeek's efficient model launch. AMD is developing a similar multi-chip server expected to launch in 2026, increasing competition. Nvidia's benchmark data emphasizes the need for powerful hardware even for efficient AI models in deployment. The 10x performance improvement focuses on inference workloads, achieved through high chip density and fast chip-to-chip communication. AMD's upcoming server will test Nvidia's ability to maintain its advantages.

Snowflake's stock price fell by 8-9% despite exceeding expectations in its third-quarter earnings report. The company reported adjusted earnings of 35 cents per share on revenue of $1.21 billion, both figures surpassing analyst estimates. A key factor in the stock drop was the company's forecast for fourth-quarter product revenue, which, while still exceeding estimates at $1.195-$1.2 billion, indicated a growth rate of only 27%. This disappointed investors who had anticipated growth closer to 30% after the stock's significant 72% rally earlier in the year. Despite the stock's downturn, Snowflake announced a $200 million deal with Anthropic to integrate Claude AI models into its platform, providing access to over 12,600 customers. Additionally, the company's remaining performance obligations increased 37% year-over-year to $7.88 billion, surpassing analyst expectations.

Wikipedia is seeking licensing deals with AI companies due to the strain that AI bots are placing on its infrastructure. These bots, used to train large language models, are excessively crawling the site, increasing server costs and resource demands. While Wikipedia is free for individual users, the high-volume access by for-profit AI companies is causing financial burden. Wikipedia already has a licensing agreement with Google and is negotiating with other companies. The Wikimedia Foundation, which operates Wikipedia, relies on donations and volunteers, and argues it's unfair for them to subsidize commercial AI development. They offer a paid service, Wikimedia Enterprise, and may restrict bot access if companies don't comply with technical measures. Wikipedia is also focused on maintaining neutrality, but it is becoming challenging given the increased bot usage by AI companies. The platform depends on volunteers and donations, making it vulnerable and affecting core values of neutrality, accuracy, and free access.

Technical indicators suggest that Dogecoin (DOGE) and Cardano (ADA) may be poised for a price increase. Dogecoin is currently trading around $0.15, and analysts note a TD Sequential buy signal, a Dragonfly Doji on the weekly chart, a bullish MACD cross, and a potential breakout from a falling wedge pattern if it exceeds $0.169. Market sentiment for Dogecoin is also shifting to bullish. Cardano is priced at approximately $0.45, with a SuperTrend buy signal appearing. A TD Sequential buy signal has also flashed, alongside a bullish MACD crossover. If Cardano bulls hold above the $0.43-$0.45 range, analysts believe it could move higher.