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Nvidia's stock experienced a 6% drop following reports that Meta Platforms might transition to Google's tensor processing units by 2027, sparking concerns about increased competition in the AI chip market. This potential shift away from Nvidia's GPUs led to the stock hitting a nearly three-month low. Despite this decline, CNBC's Jim Cramer views the selloff as an overreaction and suggests it presents a buying opportunity. He highlights Nvidia's substantial $500 billion order backlog for its Blackwell and Vera Rubin chip platforms and emphasizes the continued strong demand for Nvidia's GPUs, even with some customers exhibiting price sensitivity. Cramer acknowledges the competitive threat from Alphabet and Meta's alternative chip strategies but maintains a bullish stance on Nvidia due to the overall insatiable demand for AI technology.

Crypto trading activity has slowed down recently as the market has declined. Despite the overall drop in trading, Binance has become the most important exchange, handling a large portion of the market's trading volume. Traders are increasingly using stablecoins, like USDT and USDC, as a way to protect themselves during this downturn, with Binance holding a record $51.1 billion in stablecoin reserves. The amount of Bitcoin and Ethereum being sent to exchanges has increased, suggesting that people are selling these assets. Even with the market's weakness, altcoins are still being moved onto exchanges, indicating that investors are still making adjustments to their portfolios.

The price of Solana has significantly decreased, falling over 56% from its peak in January, and is struggling to recover. The cryptocurrency is facing resistance from the Ichimoku Cloud, which is preventing price increases. An analyst suggests large amounts of capital are leaving Solana, and recovery attempts are being used as opportunities to sell before further declines. Solana is currently trapped in a descending wedge pattern, a bearish indicator. If the price fails to break out of this pattern, it could fall to a support level around $100. The analyst recommends following the downtrend and waiting for pullbacks to resistance levels before considering entry, advising against trying to predict the bottom while reversal signals are unclear.

Jamie Dimon, previously a Bitcoin critic, has shifted his stance, acknowledging the value of blockchain and stablecoin technology. He highlighted JPM Coin, JPMorgan's digital token, for instant cross-border asset transfers and smart contracts, emphasizing the use of crypto technology to improve efficiency and transparency in finance. This change reflects a broader trend with nearly 65% of major banks exploring blockchain and stablecoins for payments. The focus is now more on the practical applications of the technology within regulated environments rather than price speculation, suggesting a maturation of the market. Dimon's evolution suggests that even former skeptics recognize the benefits of digital assets in banking systems, offering reliable ways to transfer value efficiently.

Russia's Finance Minister Anton Siluanov admits that efforts to reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar within the BRICS economic alliance are facing difficulties. Some BRICS nations are hesitant to abandon the dollar for cross-border settlements. Despite the challenges, Siluanov claims that BRICS members are already using national currencies for direct settlements to protect themselves from potential U.S. sanctions. He emphasizes that Russia is not aiming for de-dollarization but rather ensuring stable settlements and suggests that fintech solutions and cryptocurrencies could be used for international trade. Russia has already established an experimental legal framework allowing companies to use cryptocurrencies for international payments to bypass Western sanctions. Other nations such as Belarus and Iran are also urging the use of cryptocurrencies to reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar.

Morgan Stanley upgraded ASML, a major semiconductor equipment manufacturer, to its top pick in European semiconductors, raising its price target to 1,000. This follows increased demand for memory and logic chips, particularly DRAM, driven by transitions to newer technology nodes. Samsung and SK Hynix orders are expected to further boost ASML's revenue in fiscal year 2026. The company anticipates a 52.3% gross margin in 2026, even with a projected slowdown in DUV systems sales. ASML's stock price increased by 2.7% in Amsterdam trading following the upgrade. While a decline in demand from China is expected, analysts foresee potential positive surprises from DRAM and foundry spending related to AI infrastructure.

Ethereum is showing signs of a potential recovery, with its price increasing approximately 1.6% in the last 24 hours to around $2,912.14. This follows the liquidation of $25 million worth of short positions, which suggests a possible shift towards bullish momentum in the market.

Shiba Inu's price has the potential to increase to $0.0003. This is due to token burning mechanisms and increased activity in derivatives trading which are contributing to positive market sentiment.

Uber has launched a fully autonomous robotaxi service in Abu Dhabi, marking its entry into the Middle Eastern market and its fourth market overall for driverless rides. This service is a partnership with WeRide, a Chinese autonomous vehicle company, and operates in specific areas of Yas Island. Users can book these rides through the Uber app, just like regular UberX or Uber Comfort rides. Uber also operates driverless services in Austin, Phoenix, and Atlanta through a partnership with Waymo. The company intends to expand the WeRide service to 15 more cities, including some in Europe, over the next five years. Analysts have given Uber stock a Strong Buy rating, with an average price target of $115.96. Uber's third-quarter revenue was $13.47 billion, with a net profit of $6.63 billion. However, corporate insiders have recently increased their selling activity of Uber shares, despite these partnerships. The financial details of Uber's partnerships with autonomous vehicle companies remain confidential.

Cathie Wood's ARK Invest significantly increased its investments in crypto-related stocks this week, spending over $93 million on Tuesday alone. This buying spree included purchases of Block ($13.5 million), Circle Internet Group ($7.6 million), Coinbase ($3.86 million), Bullish ($1.52 million), Robinhood ($878,794), and its own ARK-21Shares Bitcoin ETF ($2.8 million). These investments are largely channeled through the ARK Innovation ETF, where Coinbase is a major holding. This move comes as crypto stocks are experiencing monthly declines, with Block down 20.54%, Circle down 51.07%, and Coinbase down 30%. ARK also made a $42 million investment the previous week. ARK has also been buying stocks outside of crypto. ARK's overall portfolio is worth $14.7 billion.

Tesla is increasing its focus on robotaxis, planning to double its Austin fleet next month and securing a permit for Arizona operations. Meanwhile, the company is experiencing declining vehicle sales in key markets. European sales fell dramatically, with a large drop in October, while the overall EV market grew. Competitor BYD sold more than double the vehicles Tesla did in Europe during the same period. China also saw a decrease in Tesla sales. Global vehicle deliveries are projected to decline in both 2024 and 2025. Tesla has shifted its focus toward robotaxis and humanoid robots and has no new consumer vehicle model that appears to be in development.

According to Digital Perspectives creator Brad Kimes, the XRP Ledger's built-in decentralized exchange is a key advantage. He suggests that the XRP Ledger could potentially handle $15.5 trillion in financial activity annually. This is based on Hidden Road handling $3 trillion and GTreasury $12.5 trillion in annual transactions, indicating the growing potential of the XRP Ledger.

Bitcoin whales, or large investors, have invested over $2 billion into Bitcoin, signaling a potential market rebound. This move comes as smaller investors are pulling back. Historically, such large investments have led to significant Bitcoin recoveries and boosted other cryptocurrencies. The article suggests three cryptocurrencies that could benefit from this potential rebound: Bitcoin Hyper, a project aiming to improve Bitcoin's speed and functionality; PEPENODE, a meme-based coin with a "mine-to-earn" system where users earn rewards; and Shiba Inu, a meme-based coin that has evolved into a broader platform with interest from institutional investors. Bitcoin Hyper has raised over $28.5 million in its presale, with tokens priced around $0.013335, while PEPENODE has raised over $2.2 million, with tokens priced at $0.0011638. Shiba Inu is now included in a proposed Active Crypto ETF by T. Rowe Price.

Thailand is implementing a 0% capital gains tax on Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies traded on Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) licensed exchanges. This tax break is designed to attract foreign investment and establish Thailand as a major digital asset center. The new rule applies only to trades conducted on approved Thai exchanges; profits from unlicensed or overseas platforms will still be taxed. Crypto-related income such as mining and staking rewards remain subject to standard taxation. This move follows Thailand's earlier introduction of a five-year tax break for crypto profits earned between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2029. The government also approved its first spot Bitcoin ETF in 2024. Experts believe the new tax policy will increase trading activity, encourage foreign investment, and solidify Thailand's position as a leading digital asset hub in Southeast Asia.

Vladimir, the CEO of Lighter, is expanding the company's offerings beyond perpetual futures contracts (perps). The article highlights that the company is venturing into a new, unspecified area within the cryptocurrency space. The exact nature of this 'surprising next step' is not detailed, but it represents a significant shift in Lighter's strategy under Vladimir's leadership.

Hyperliquid's new HIP-3 custom markets, which allow users to create synthetic perpetual futures markets linked to assets like stocks, saw over $500 million in trading volume in 24 hours. The XYZ100 index, similar to the Nasdaq100, led with $320 million in volume. This was driven by reduced trading fees and incentives for market creators who stake HYPE tokens. Many of these new synthetic tokens saw price increases, with META-USDC leading the gains. Overall, Hyperliquid's total trading volume reached $2.014 billion over seven days. The platform's HYPE token initially dropped due to an upcoming token unlock, but has since recovered somewhat. The unlock event will gradually release between 2.66% and 3.6% of the total token supply over the next 2 years.

Large cryptocurrency investors, often called 'whales', have collectively purchased $1.3 billion worth of Ether. This large accumulation of Ether by major players in the market suggests a potential significant price increase for Ether in the near future, indicating a bullish outlook from these large investors.

Nvidia's stock decreased by 2.6% following reports that Google is planning to sell its AI chips (TPUs) directly to companies like Meta, potentially starting in 2027. This move could allow Google to capture up to 10% of Nvidia's revenue. Currently, Google only rents access to these chips through its cloud services. Nvidia has responded by stating that its GPUs are a generation ahead of Google's technology, offering more flexibility. Other tech companies, including Amazon and Microsoft, are also developing their own AI chips, creating more competition for Nvidia. This news, along with general concerns about the AI market's value, has put pressure on Nvidia's stock.

HP Inc. announced it will be laying off 4,000 to 6,000 employees by the end of fiscal year 2028 due to rising memory chip costs driven by AI hardware demand. This is expected to save the company $1 billion annually. The company's fiscal year 2026 earnings guidance is between $2.90 and $3.20 per share, which is below the analyst estimate of $3.33. Despite beating fourth-quarter earnings estimates with 93 cents per share on $14.64 billion in revenue, the weaker outlook caused HP's stock to drop 6% in after-hours trading. PC sales increased by 8% to $10.35 billion, while printer revenue decreased by 4% to $4.3 billion.

Zscaler's stock price fell 9% in after-hours trading despite the company reporting strong first-quarter fiscal 2026 results that exceeded analyst expectations. The company's adjusted earnings per share (EPS) was $0.96, higher than the expected $0.86, and revenue reached $788.1 million, surpassing the forecast of $773.26 million. Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) grew 26% to $3.2 billion, and deferred revenue increased 32% to $2.35 billion. Zscaler also raised its full-year revenue guidance to $3.28-$3.30 billion and EPS forecast to $3.78-$3.82. The market's negative reaction may be due to already high expectations given the stock's over 60% year-to-date gain. The company expects second-quarter revenue between $797 million and $799 million and adjusted EPS of $0.89 to $0.90.

The article highlights Sundar Pichai's career and his role in Alphabet's resurgence. Pichai joined Google in 2004 and oversaw the development of key products like Chrome, Maps, Drive, and Android. He became Google's CEO in 2015 and Alphabet's CEO in 2019. The article mentions his handling of controversies like diversity hiring issues, congressional hearings, and Project Nimbus protests. In 2022, his pay package reached $200 million. Currently, Alphabet's value stands at $4.4 trillion. The article positions Pichai as a key figure in Alphabet's success, suggesting a potential competition with Nvidia's Jensen Huang for market dominance.

Two companies, Reliance Global Group and Cypherpunk Technologies, have increased their investments in Zcash (ZEC), a cryptocurrency focused on privacy. Reliance Global liquidated its other crypto holdings to invest entirely in ZEC, citing its strong price performance and privacy features. Cypherpunk Technologies added $18 million worth of ZEC, now owning 1.43% of the total supply, viewing it as a hedge against the transparency of Bitcoin. Zcash has seen its price increase by over 300% since October, while Bitcoin and Ethereum have both decreased in value during the same period. Technical analysis suggests a potentially positive outlook for Zcash, although recent gains have slightly decreased.

Lululemon's stock experienced a 4.6% increase following a BTIG analyst's reaffirmation of a buy rating and a $303 price target, which suggests a potential 80% upside. This positive outlook contrasts with the stock's 55% decline this year. The company is set to release its third-quarter earnings on December 4, with investors keenly awaiting signs of stabilization and details about the Spring 2026 product refresh. While BTIG remains optimistic, citing the stock's low valuation and potential for improvement in the Americas region, other firms like UBS and Jefferies are more cautious, setting lower price targets due to concerns about U.S. revenue growth and promotional activities. The upcoming earnings report and management's commentary on future plans will be crucial in determining the stock's direction.

The cryptocurrency market experienced a slight increase on November 26, 2025, with the total market capitalization rising by 0.6% to $3.1 trillion. 80 of the top 100 cryptocurrencies showed price increases in the last 24 hours. Bitcoin increased by 0.2% to $87,788, while Ethereum rose by 1.1% to $2,938. Solana was a top performer, increasing by 2.1%. XRP was the only top 10 coin to decrease, falling 1%. The market is anticipating a potential interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve in December. US Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs saw inflows of $128.64 million and $78.58 million, respectively. Texas purchased $5 million worth of BlackRock's spot Bitcoin ETF. Market sentiment remains in the extreme fear zone. Koinly CEO Robin Singh suggests that while December may be a quiet month, an unexpected rise above $90,000 for Bitcoin could improve market sentiment.

XRP is currently trading near $2.15, with over $4 billion in trading volume in the last 24 hours. Analysts are watching to see if it can reach $2.60, a level within its current trading range. Charts suggest XRP is bouncing off a support level around $2.00 and could move towards $2.60. A wider view shows XRP trading between $1.80 and $3.50, with recent activity suggesting a potential accumulation phase. However, if the price falls below $1.90, this view could weaken. The monthly RSI is above 50, suggesting a possible late-stage bull market, but this could change if the RSI drops below that level. Despite positive news around crypto ETFs, large holders of XRP have sold over 180 million tokens, and interest in XRP derivatives on Binance is at a one-year low, indicating caution among traders.

Arthur Hayes, the co-founder of BitMEX, recently purchased 218,000 PENDLE tokens for approximately $536,000. These purchases were made in two separate transactions as the price of PENDLE was experiencing a downturn. Hayes now holds over 417,000 PENDLE tokens, valued at more than $1.19 million. The accumulation during a period of price decline suggests confidence in PENDLE's potential recovery. PENDLE is currently trading around $2.53, showing a slight increase in the past day. Analysts suggest that a break above $2.75 could lead to further gains, but a failure to hold above the $2.10-$2.25 support level could result in price drops to $1.80 or $1.60. The performance of PENDLE will likely be influenced by the overall cryptocurrency market sentiment.

Dell Technologies reported mixed Q3 results, with earnings per share at $2.59, exceeding expectations, but revenue at $27.01 billion, falling short of analyst estimates. Despite the revenue miss, the company's stock jumped due to strong future guidance, particularly in the AI server business. Dell raised its fiscal 2026 AI server revenue forecast to $25 billion, up from $20 billion. Q4 revenue guidance is approximately $31.5 billion, significantly above the expected $27.59 billion. AI server backlog has grown to $18.4 billion, with $12.3 billion in new orders. The company's Infrastructure Solutions Group revenue matched estimates at $14.11 billion, driven by a 37% increase in server and networking sales. However, the traditional PC business saw a decline, with Client Solutions Group revenue growing only 3% and commercial PC sales dropping 7%. Dell has appointed David Kennedy as permanent CFO and raised its full-year revenue guidance to between $111.2 billion and $112.2 billion. Rising memory chip prices are posing cost pressures, but strong demand gives Dell pricing leverage.

Hyperliquid has launched HIP-3 custom markets, allowing users to create and trade markets with tailored rules and underlying assets beyond standard cryptocurrency exchanges. These markets have already seen over $500 million in trading volume in the first 24 hours. The platform features three segments: xyz, flx, and vnti, covering over 20 tokens, many of which are linked to the performance of real-world stocks. The XYZ100 market recorded $320 million in trading volume, while equity-linked tokens like NVDA and GOOGL also saw significant activity. In addition, Hyperliquid has converted its MON hyperp into a standard perpetual contract, enabling traders to take long or short positions on the MON token with up to 3x leverage.

The cryptocurrency market in the Americas is being outperformed by bonds. Specific details on the performance of various cryptocurrencies or the degree to which bonds are outperforming them are not provided, but the general trend indicates that bonds are currently a more attractive investment in the region compared to cryptocurrencies.

Robinhood is acquiring 90% of the MIAX Derivatives Exchange, along with Susquehanna International, to gain control over its prediction markets infrastructure; Miami International Holdings will retain the remaining 10%. This move will allow Robinhood to list and clear its own contracts, moving away from reliance on partners like Kalshi. Since launching prediction markets in March 2025, Robinhood has processed 9 billion contracts with over 1 million users. In the third quarter of 2025, event contract trading volume doubled to 2.3 billion. The new exchange is expected to launch in 2026, positioning Robinhood to directly compete with Kalshi. Other companies like Crypto.com, Gemini, and potentially Coinbase are also entering the prediction markets arena. Susquehanna will provide liquidity for the new exchange. Robinhood aims to enhance customer experiences and drive product innovation through this infrastructure investment.

Robinhood and Susquehanna International Group are acquiring a majority stake in LedgerX, a regulated exchange previously linked to FTX. This move signifies their entry into the prediction markets sector. Susquehanna is already a market maker on Kalshi, a prediction market exchange, and Robinhood offers Kalshi's event contracts to its users. The acquisition will allow Robinhood and Susquehanna to directly manage the infrastructure for creating and settling event contracts. Robinhood will be the controlling partner, with Susquehanna providing liquidity. This development raises concerns about its potential impact on Kalshi, as a significant portion of Kalshi's business comes from Robinhood. The agreement's specific details were not disclosed, but Miami International Holdings Inc. will sell approximately 90% of LedgerX. Other companies like DraftKings, FanDuel, and Polymarket are also entering the US prediction markets by acquiring or partnering with regulated exchanges.

Several US states, including North Carolina, Illinois, and New York, are considering or have already implemented legislation related to digital assets. This trend is driven by a desire to attract blockchain and Web3 businesses, similar to the dot-com boom. The Digital Chamber predicts that all 50 states may adopt some form of digital asset legislation by next year if federal regulation remains slow. As states explore crypto-backed municipal bonds, licensing frameworks, and direct asset holdings, assets like XRP, in addition to Bitcoin and Ethereum, could potentially be accepted for state and local tax payments.

The article discusses how XRP ETFs are attracting significant investment, signaling a potential shift of institutional money into altcoins beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum. The XRP ETFs have pulled in $622 million in eight trading days, surpassing Solana's inflows. This trend is prompting investors to look for other promising altcoins. The article highlights three altcoins as potential beneficiaries: PEPENODE, a meme coin with a virtual mining system that has already raised $2.2 million in its presale; SUBBD, a platform aiming to revolutionize the content creation industry using Web3 and AI, having raised over $1.3 million in its presale; and XRP itself, which is becoming an institutional standard for altcoin exposure. The article suggests that these three altcoins offer different ways to capitalize on the shift in capital allocation: PEPENODE through gamified mining, SUBBD through AI-powered creator tools, and XRP through institutional adoption for payments.

The acting Chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Caroline Pham, is creating a CEO Innovation Council to help guide the agency's approach to crypto regulation as the Senate considers new crypto legislation. The CFTC is seeking nominations for the council by December 8. Under Pham, the CFTC has been working on initiatives such as the Crypto CEO Forum and exploring new technologies like prediction markets and 24/7 trading. The CFTC's Crypto Sprint initiative, which aims to implement recommendations from a previous administration, is scheduled to continue until August 2026. Key priorities for the CFTC include enabling listed spot crypto trading and facilitating the use of tokenized collateral within derivatives markets. The CFTC hopes to implement listed spot crypto trading by the end of the year and provide guidance on tokenized collateral by early 2026. Pham highlighted increased collaboration between the CFTC and the SEC and congressional efforts to create a comprehensive federal framework for digital assets and stablecoins. Michael Selig, the nominee to lead the CFTC, has advocated for clear guidelines for the crypto sector, emphasizing investor protections. Pham's term as acting chair is nearing its end.

Bitcoin recently experienced a significant price drop, losing around 25% of its value. Data suggests that large holders of Bitcoin, specifically those with 1,000 to 10,000 BTC, reduced their holdings before the crash, taking profits after a previous price increase. Smaller investors also sold off some of their Bitcoin. The drop was further intensified by the liquidation of futures positions, which triggered a cascade of selling. While Bitcoin has rebounded slightly to around $87,086, analysts believe the cryptocurrency could face further downside if these large holders continue to sell. The market's stability depends on whether these big holders stop selling or whether mid-sized buyers can provide enough support to stabilize prices.

Binance, its former CEO Changpeng Zhao, and executive Guangying Heina Chen are facing a lawsuit in North Dakota federal court from 306 American families who lost relatives in the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks. The lawsuit demands roughly $1 billion, which could triple to $3 billion under the Anti-Terrorism Act if the plaintiffs win. The case alleges that Binance facilitated approximately $1 billion in flows to Hamas and other terrorist groups and builds on Binance's 2023 guilty plea for failing to report suspicious transactions. The suit claims Binance knowingly built its exchange to evade AML and KYC obligations, failed to file suspicious activity reports, and processed billions of dollars with Iran's Nobitex exchange, which is critical infrastructure for IRGC sanctions evasion. It also alleges that Binance had internal alerts and vendor reports tying specific accounts to Hamas, yet still promoted international circumvention of KYC. The plaintiffs argue that Binance's actions constitute conscious and culpable participation in providing substantial assistance to terrorist groups, leading to the October 7 attacks.

JPMorgan has launched a deposit token called JPM Coin (JPMD) on the Ethereum Layer 2 network Base. This allows institutional clients to transfer funds quickly, settling transactions in seconds instead of days. JPMorgan is positioning JPMD as a superior alternative to stablecoins for institutional use, citing its integration with traditional banking systems and the ability for clients to treat it as bank deposits on their balance sheets. Clients like B2C2, Coinbase, and Mastercard are already using JPMD. This move comes as competition in the stablecoin market intensifies with Tether launching a U.S.-compliant token, Circle launching its own blockchain Arc, and Stripe launching a payments-focused blockchain called Tempo. JPMorgan's significant asset base, holding $4.0 trillion in total assets and $2.4 trillion in deposits as of December 31, 2024, and its position that deposit tokens are more capital efficient than stablecoins, could heavily influence institutional adoption.

The price of Pi Coin has increased to over $0.25. This price movement precedes a significant announcement scheduled for November 28th.

Bitcoin is experiencing significant selling pressure, indicated by a key metric on the Binance exchange nearing a two-year low, suggesting that sell orders are outweighing buy orders. This imbalance has been present since early 2024, even as Bitcoin's price previously reached near-record levels. Long-term holders have reduced their Bitcoin supply from 15.75 million BTC to 13.6 million BTC, selling over 803,000 BTC between November 11 and 25. Bitcoin's MVRV Z-Score has also dropped below a key support level. Bitcoin's price has been relatively flat in the last 24 hours, trading around $87,500, and is down about 4% over the previous seven days and 15% in the past two weeks. Overall, Bitcoin has decreased nearly 25% in the past month and is over 7% lower than it was around the same time last year.

This crypto news article discusses three crypto presales that are attracting investment as Bitcoin experiences a price drop. Despite Bitcoin's recent 30% decline, Metaplanet, a company listed in Tokyo, is taking a $130 million loan to purchase more Bitcoin. Some investors are shifting towards presales that offer potential for higher returns. The article highlights Best Wallet Presale, which has raised $17.5 million and aims to become a leading mobile crypto wallet with advanced security and features like a portal for upcoming tokens. Maxi Doge, another presale having raised $4.2M, is a meme-based project focused on creating a trading community with competitions and rewards. Lastly, Remittix, which has reportedly raised over $24.5 million, focuses on streamlining cross-border remittances by enabling users to send crypto and have recipients receive fiat currency in their local bank accounts.

Coinbase's venture capital arm, Coinbase Ventures, plans to invest in nine key areas within the crypto space in the coming year. These areas include trading terminals, next-generation DeFi (decentralized finance), asset tokenization, advancing agentic AI (artificial intelligence), and specialized exchanges. They are looking to fund developer teams and projects in these categories, believing they represent the future of crypto innovation. The VC firm has been actively investing since 2018, with over 600 investments, most recently in a DeFi compliance platform called Oxbow. They are particularly interested in real-world asset (RWA) perpetual futures, proprietary automated market makers (prop-AMMs), prediction market trading terminals, and AI tools for smart contract security and development. Coinbase Ventures believes these investments will unlock new on-chain experiments and applications, driving the on-chain economy forward.

Vietnam and Binance have partnered to advance HCM City's plan to become a global financial hub. The agreement, finalized in November 2025, will see Binance introduce foreign investors and financial institutions to Vietnam, aiming to attract new capital. A key focus is on developing digital asset regulations and blockchain payment systems, with Binance sharing its global experience to help Vietnam design rules for cryptocurrency use and trading. A joint working group will monitor progress twice yearly, and a blockchain sandbox will be created to allow companies to test products under regulatory supervision. The partnership also includes training and support for startups in blockchain, AI, and fintech to improve technical capacity and knowledge. This collaboration is part of Vietnam's long-term vision to become a major Asian financial hub by 2030, building on previous agreements like the one with Nasdaq.

Klarna has launched a stablecoin that is built on the Stripes Tempo Chain. Specific details about the stablecoin, such as its name, peg, or intended use cases, are not included in the provided information. The article only states the fact of the launch and the blockchain network it utilizes.

Calvin Ayre, a major financial backer of Bitcoin SV (BSV), is reportedly under investigation for his alleged involvement in the Wirecard scandal, where 1.9 billion euros ($2.19 billion) went missing. Investigations traced funds through shell companies linked to Ayre's gambling operations. The money flowed through various entities, including companies in Antigua, Spain, the Philippines, and Hong Kong. Ayre, who previously faced charges related to illegal internet gambling and money laundering through his Bodog enterprise, allegedly used Wirecard's payment network to move gambling proceeds. Despite these revelations, the price of BSV has remained relatively stable, with a modest increase of 1.37% to $20.91 in the last 24 hours.

Edel Finance acquired 30% of the EDEL cryptocurrency, equivalent to $11 million worth of the tokens, according to Bubblemaps.

Ho Chi Minh City has partnered with Binance to support the development of a regulated digital asset market as part of its plan to become an International Financial Center (IFC). The agreement involves Binance helping the city attract investors, develop sandbox testing environments for digital assets, and provide training for financial regulators. A joint working group will be formed to oversee the implementation of the partnership and address any challenges that arise. This collaboration aligns with Vietnam's broader strategy to establish a regional finance and innovation hub. The partnership will focus on sharing expertise on digital asset rules, blockchain applications, and tokenized payment systems, with the goal of fostering a transparent and sustainable financial center.

Crypto whales are showing renewed interest in certain altcoins trading at significantly discounted prices ahead of Black Friday. Shiba Inu (SHIB) saw whale holdings increase by 4.67% in the last 30 days, with the bullbear power indicator showing buyer strength; SHIB needs to surpass $0.0000088 and then $0.0000102 to confirm a stronger recovery, while a drop below $0.0000075 could negate this move. Morpho (MORPHO), a DeFi token, also experienced a rise in top 100 holder supply by 3.18%, reaching 966.36 million MORPHO; the token needs to break $1.98 to aim for $2.49, with a potential fall to $1.09 if it drops below $1.42. Ethena (ENA) has attracted whale accumulation, with one wallet purchasing 14.56 million ENA and another holding 285.15 million ENA; a move above $0.294 is needed for ENA to target $0.33, while a fall below $0.218 could weaken the rebound idea. All three altcoins display initial signs of large holders returning but must overcome key resistance levels to validate a trend reversal.

PayPal is giving away over $1 million in Bitcoin to US users through a sweepstakes running from November 17 to December 21. Participants can enter by purchasing at least $1 of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, or Solana through PayPal, excluding their own stablecoin PYUSD. Each purchase earns entries into weekly drawings with prizes ranging from $500 to $100,000 in Bitcoin. Alternatively, users can enter by mailing in a handwritten entry. There will be 1,008 winners in total, with prizes distributed across five weekly periods. The crypto community has greeted the promotion with skepticism, with some questioning its legitimacy. This promotion follows PayPal's earlier moves into crypto, including allowing users to buy, hold, and sell cryptocurrencies since 2020 and launching its own stablecoin, PYUSD, in 2023. Recently, PYUSD-issuer Paxos acquired digital asset storage firm Fordefi.

The cryptocurrency SPX 6900 is experiencing a price rebound, leading to increased interest from investors. SPX is currently trading around $0.64, and analysts are watching to see if it can break through the $1 resistance level before the end of 2025. Positive market trends, including Bitcoin's recent price increase and the S&P 500 index's climb, are contributing to this momentum. Data indicates that investors are accumulating SPX, showing strong demand even when prices are low. If SPX surpasses $1, a further rally towards $1.60 is possible. However, failure to maintain this momentum could result in a price decline back towards $0.40.

Polymarket, a prediction market platform, has received approval from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to operate within the United States. This allows users in the US to participate in Polymarket's event-based prediction markets, where they can bet on the outcomes of various events.

Robinhood has launched a new derivatives platform, expanding its reach in the prediction market. This platform will allow users to trade derivatives, offering another way for individuals to participate in financial markets through Robinhood's services. The launch aims to broaden access to these types of investment tools for Robinhood users.

Alibaba is using blockchain tokenization to improve international payments. Instead of using multiple banks for cross-border transactions, Alibaba converts currencies like euros and US dollars into tokens on a blockchain. This allows for near real-time transfers through their payment network to financial hubs, such as Hong Kong or Singapore, before reaching China. This shortens payment times from several days to almost instantly, benefiting businesses by improving cash flow and inventory management. Alibaba is partnering with JPMorgan Chase to ensure compliance and reliable transfers and plans to introduce stablecoins in the future. According to a 2024 World Bank report, current cross-border fees average around 3%, and tokenization aims to reduce these costs.

The article discusses the potential impact on the cryptocurrency market if Kevin Hassett were to replace Jerome Powell as the Chair of the Federal Reserve. The central point is that a change in Fed leadership could influence monetary policy, which in turn could affect the crypto market. The article focuses on the possible consequences of Hassett taking over Powell's position and what it could mean for the prices and stability of cryptocurrencies.

Cryptocurrency markets are showing weakness today, particularly among altcoins. An exception to this trend is the MON token, which has experienced a price increase due to being listed on the Upbit exchange.

Grayscale's Dogecoin ETF, trading under the ticker GDOG, recently debuted on Wall Street but failed to meet analyst expectations. The article emphasizes the fund's disappointing performance relative to initial projections.

The cryptocurrency BERA, associated with the Berachain layer-1 blockchain project, has experienced a significant price drop, declining 92% from its all-time high since February 2025, including a 45% decrease in the past month. This decline may be linked to an agreement between Berachain and Nova Digital Master Opportunities Fund, a subsidiary of Brevan Howard Digital. The agreement, part of a Series B investment, granted Nova the right to demand repayment of their principal investment in cash within a year of Berachain's token generation event in early February 2025. This clause acted as insurance for Nova against a price drop, requiring them to deposit $5 million as collateral. The article suggests that if Nova exercised this right and Berachain repaid them, it could explain the continuous sell-off of BERA.

KR1, a digital asset investment company, has begun trading on the London Stock Exchange (LSE). This move aims to elevate KR1's status and attract a broader range of investors. By listing on the LSE, KR1 hopes to increase its visibility and accessibility to both institutional and retail investors, potentially leading to increased trading volume and a higher valuation for the company.

Quant's crypto, QNT, is showing positive movement, rising 4% in 24 hours and 3% over the last 30 days. It briefly hit $90 on November 25th, and analysts predict a potential rise to $100 if it breaks through the $90 resistance level, possibly reaching $135 seen in July. QNT found support at $70, forming a triple bottom, suggesting buyer interest. However, QNT is currently within a bearish pattern, and its price could decline. Some traders are neutral to bullish on QNT, but recent data shows holders are selling QNT for other cryptocurrencies. Quant Network is involved in the Tokenized Sterling Deposits (GBTD) project with UK Finance, utilizing its Overledger operating system. Quant provides the programmable money infrastructure and complies with the ISO-20022 standard. Citibank sees programmable money as the future of digital finance, which could significantly benefit QNT.

MegaETH has cancelled its plan to raise $1 billion in capital. This decision was made after a multisignature wallet error caused significant disruption and confusion around the project.

Bitcoin is facing a tough period, with US Bitcoin ETFs experiencing a record $3.7 billion outflow in November. This pullback has contributed to a significant drop in Bitcoin's price, falling from a high of $126,000 to around $80,542, its lowest point since April. The overall crypto market value has also decreased, dipping below $3 trillion. Ethereum ETFs also felt the pressure, with $1.6 billion in outflows during November. Bitcoin is currently trading near $86,948, and while its market cap remains above $1.73 trillion, investor confidence has weakened. Technically, Bitcoin is attempting to stabilize around $86,900, with potential for a bullish trend shift if it closes above $90,800. A new meme coin called Maxi Doge, has raised over $4.2 million in its presale.

WeRide and Uber have launched fully driverless robotaxi rides on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, covering a 12 square mile area. Riders using UberX, Uber Comfort, or the new Autonomous ride type may be matched with these vehicles. This follows a period of supervised rides with safety drivers. The service excludes highways, airport pickups, and trips to other islands, which will still have a safety operator. The companies plan to expand driverless coverage in Abu Dhabi and introduce the service in Dubai. WeRide and Uber intend to expand their partnership to 15 more cities outside the US and China, including Riyadh, where rides with safety drivers have begun. Uber exited self-driving development in 2020 and now partners with companies like WeRide, having invested in them to support their autonomous vehicle efforts. WeRide reported a loss of $43 million in the third quarter, an improvement from the previous year. They hold driverless testing permits in eight countries and have robotaxi programs in China, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Singapore, with plans for expansion into Europe. China is heavily investing in autonomous driving, contributing to the growth of the robotaxi industry.

JPMorgan has filed with U.S. regulators to offer a new investment note linked to BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF (IBIT). This note is structured around Bitcoin's four-year cycle, aiming to capitalize on potential price movements. If IBIT's price reaches a certain level by December 2026, investors could receive at least a 16% return. If the price doesn't reach that level, the note extends to 2028, potentially offering investors 1.5 times the gains IBIT delivers by then. There's downside protection, where investors get their principal back in 2028 unless IBIT drops by more than 30%. However, losses mirror the decline if IBIT falls beyond that threshold, potentially leading to significant losses. JPMorgan now views cryptocurrency as a tradable asset class driven by institutional investment.

Thailand's Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC) has ordered World Network, a blockchain project backed by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, to delete the biometric data of 1.2 million Thai users due to violations of the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA). The PDPC alleges that World Network's practice of exchanging crypto tokens (World tokens or WLD) for iris scans involved the illegal transfer or sale of this data to third parties. TFH, the company behind World Network, has paused its human verification services in Thailand but argues it has operated transparently and within regulations. The Thai government previously raided a Worldcoin exchange service, arresting employees for allegedly operating an unlicensed digital asset business, which carries potential prison sentences and fines. World Network is facing scrutiny in several other countries, including Spain, Kenya, Colombia and Brazil, due to concerns about data protection, lack of transparency, and the collection of data from minors. The Thai government has not banned World Network completely, but this order adds to the increasing global regulatory pressure on the project.

The price of Bitcoin is lower this holiday season compared to the same time last year. This indicates that Bitcoin holders may have less purchasing power this year, specifically referencing the hypothetical example of being able to afford a smaller turkey for a holiday meal due to the decrease in Bitcoin's value.

Texas has become the first US state to invest public funds in Bitcoin, purchasing $5 million worth of shares in BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) on November 20, 2025. The purchase was made at approximately $87,000 per Bitcoin, capitalizing on a market dip. This investment is enabled by the Texas Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act (SB 21), which allows the state to hold Bitcoin. While $10 million has been allocated for Bitcoin, only $5 million has been deployed so far. The state intends to eventually switch to self-custodied Bitcoin once security and storage systems are fully prepared, using the IBIT ETF as a temporary solution. The move is seen as a significant step in government adoption of Bitcoin.

MemeX, a memecoin launchpad, is launching a Creator Rewards Program to redistribute value within its ecosystem. The program, centered around 'Trading Rewards', redirects 100% of trading fees back to traders and token creators. When a token is traded, MemeX uses the fee to buy that token, distributing them to the creator, enhancing liquidity and creator incentive. Traders benefit from MemeX's buybacks after reaching a 100 M-token threshold, with daily buybacks tied to user activity. MemeX is adjusting its trading fee to 2.5%, with the full amount funding the Trading Rewards. MemeX has over 2.5 million pre-registrations, $7 million in funding, and is preparing a retroactive rewards program for early contributors and a leaderboard system.

Coinbase Ventures has identified four key areas where they plan to invest, anticipating significant growth in the crypto space by 2026. The first is Real-World Asset (RWA) perpetual contracts, which offer synthetic exposure to assets like energy prices or private companies without needing to hold the actual asset. RWA's have already seen substantial growth this year, increasing from $13.8 billion to $36 billion. The second area is specialized trading infrastructure, including proprietary Automated Market Makers (Prop-AMMs), which are becoming more popular on Solana. These AMMs have, at times, surpassed traditional AMMs in trading volume. The third area is next-generation Decentralized Finance (DeFi), focusing on integrating different protocols and enabling privacy through cryptographic tools. Finally, Coinbase Ventures is interested in the intersection of crypto with Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics, particularly in using crypto-based incentives to gather data for training AI and verifying proof-of-humanity.

Solana (SOL) is currently trading around $139, with a key support level at $130. A push above $145 is being eyed to potentially change the current trend. Key support levels are identified at $130 and $120, while resistance levels are at $145 and $155. The Stochastic RSI indicates bearish momentum with a reading of 25, suggesting a possible, but currently unlikely, price bounce. A break below the $130 support could lead to further selling, with $120 as a critical level to watch. An ambitious long-term price target is set at $293, based on Fibonacci extension levels. Buyers might consider entering near $130 or $120, setting stop-loss orders below $120, while sellers might consider exiting near $145 or $155. However, the information is not financial advice, and investors should conduct their own research due to the high-risk nature of cryptocurrencies.

Bitcoin's price is struggling to break past the $87,000 level after recently recovering from a drop to around $81,000. Bitcoin had previously been trading around $107,000. Most major altcoins haven't moved significantly, but Pi Network's PI token increased to a weekly high, reportedly due to rumors of an upcoming update. The total cryptocurrency market capitalization is approximately $3.075 trillion.

Kakao Bank in South Korea is moving forward with its plans to create a stablecoin, called Kakao Coin, pegged to the Korean won. They are now in the system development phase and hiring blockchain developers to build the necessary infrastructure. This includes designing backend systems, handling transactions, and managing keys. Kakao's stablecoin project gained momentum after legal issues surrounding its founder were resolved, removing potential obstacles to financial expansion. The company is also working with other firms to develop blockchain-based financial products like security tokens. This effort aligns with South Korea's broader push to develop its own stablecoin and digital asset regulations, supported by the government's Digital Asset Basic Act.

The cryptocurrency XRP is currently trading at $2.19. It has support at $1.95 (100-day EMA) and $1.80 (lower Bollinger Band). Resistance levels are at $2.28 (50-day EMA) and $2.35 (upper Bollinger Band). A move above $2.35 is considered a bullish signal, potentially targeting $4.17. The Stochastic RSI of 92 indicates overbought conditions. Buyers might consider entering positions near $1.90 or $1.85, with stop-loss orders below $1.80 to protect against losses. Sellers could consider exiting near $2.35 or $2.50. The 61.8% Fibonacci level presents resistance at $2.56, while the 138.2% Fibonacci extension targets $4.17 as a potential profit level.

BingX is developing AI tools to assist crypto traders, not replace them. Their AI Master system is designed to provide personalized market analysis and insights based on a trader's individual style and risk tolerance. BingX Labs has invested over $16 million in blockchain projects since launching in 2024. The AI analyzes market patterns, liquidity, and sentiment to give traders better context for their decisions. BingX emphasizes data security, holding ISO/IEC 27001 certification and has a BingX Shield Fund to protect users in case of platform issues. The platform views AI as a way to enhance human trading, providing faster data processing and scenario simulation, but not overriding user control. The key is to provide clarity about how the AI works and what data it uses, building trust through transparency and security.

US Bank is testing the issuance of stablecoins on the Stellar network, indicating increased institutional interest. This development is coupled with AUDD, an Australian dollar-backed stablecoin, exceeding $1 billion in transaction volume on Stellar. Stellar is also launching X-Ray, a privacy-focused upgrade utilizing zero-knowledge technology, which aligns with a growing trend of institutions seeking privacy-focused blockchain solutions. Technically, XLM is positioned on its strongest support zone of the year, with on-chain metrics showing a total value locked (TVL) reaching $168.8 million. Analysts are pointing to XLM's falling wedge patterns and 200-week EMA, hinting at a potential price rebound.

The U.S. Senate is planning a vote in December on a bill that aims to establish clear rules for the cryptocurrency market. If passed, the bill would classify cryptocurrencies as either commodities or securities, assigning regulatory oversight to either the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) or the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) respectively. The bill also focuses on setting up clear guidelines for trading and securing digital assets, strengthening investor protection, and supporting compliant crypto businesses. Donald Trump believes this bill is crucial for the U.S. to become a leader in the crypto space. It is anticipated that this legislation could attract major financial institutions to invest in Bitcoin, potentially increasing its price.

The Bank of Russia is easing restrictions on cryptocurrency investments by allowing mutual funds to include crypto-related financial instruments in their portfolios. These investments will be capped at 10% of the fund's total assets. This move expands the range of assets mutual funds can invest in and follows discussions with market participants. The central bank, once a strong opponent of crypto, is gradually softening its stance, having previously introduced an experimental legal regime for crypto transactions and authorized digital-asset derivatives for qualified investors. The bank plans for comprehensive crypto regulations to be in place by 2026 and seeks to allow financial firms to offer products directly linked to cryptocurrencies. Market participants are reacting positively, anticipating that these instruments will attract Russian investors seeking exposure to global assets and bring liquidity back to the Russian market, though demand may initially be limited due to recent market declines. Derivatives based on Bitcoin and Ethereum are expected to be the most popular.

MegaETH, an Ethereum layer-2 project, cancelled its plan to increase its token sale to $1 billion after experiencing technical issues during its pre-deposit event. The event was designed to allow verified users to deposit USD Coin in exchange for USDm, but configuration errors and KYC system failures from partner Sonar prevented verified users from accessing the platform. A multisig transaction intended for later use was executed early, leading to $250 million being deposited rapidly by unverified users. Deposits were frozen at $500 million, and users can request refunds and still receive credit toward future MEGA token rewards. The team said no user funds were at risk, but acknowledged the launch was unacceptable. MegaETH previously held a MEGA token auction that attracted over $1.3 billion in commitments for 5% of the token supply and is backed by notable figures like Vitalik Buterin and Joe Lubin. The MEGA token launch is scheduled for early 2026.

Ark Invest, led by Cathie Wood, invested over $25 million in crypto-related stocks on Tuesday amidst a market downturn. The firm acquired $13.5 million worth of Block shares, $7.6 million in Circle stock, and $3.86 million in Coinbase shares, primarily through its Ark Innovation ETF. Additional purchases included $1.52 million in Bullish stock, $878,794 in Robinhood Markets shares, and $2.8 million of its own Ark-21Shares spot bitcoin ETF. These investments come as crypto stocks have generally underperformed recently, with Block down 20.54% over the past month, Circle dropping 51%, and Coinbase falling 30%. The broader crypto market is also experiencing a decline, with Bitcoin trading at $87,948, a decrease from its all-time high of $126,000 six weeks ago.

The potential appointment of Kevin Hassett as Federal Reserve Chair is creating uncertainty in the crypto market. Hassett favors quick interest rate cuts, contrasting with Jerome Powell's cautious approach. This difference in opinion may cause confusion and volatility in crypto prices, as traders struggle to interpret the conflicting signals. Initially, some investors might prefer safer investments like government bonds due to the uncertainty around future interest rate policy. Even though lower interest rates generally benefit crypto, the immediate impact of Hassett's appointment may not be a clear rally. Traders might wait for a clearer direction from the Fed before making significant moves in the crypto market. Hassett's past association with Coinbase could also bring increased regulatory scrutiny, adding to short-term concerns.

Bitcoin stabilized around $87,541.80 after recently climbing above $88,000, following a dip to $80,000. Market sentiment remains fearful, with uncertainty whether the bottom has been reached and the possibility of further price drops. The Fear and Greed Index is at 15, indicating extreme fear among derivative traders. Social media data suggests a recovery to $88,000 led to expectations that the worst downturn is in the past, but trader behavior still shows caution. Open interest is at a six-month low of $29 billion, reflecting investors' increasing caution. Bitcoin liquidity is setting up a range between $85,000 and $88,000, with short positions increasing liquidity above $91,000. Bitcoin volatility has increased to 1.97%, the highest level in six months.

Chainlink's price is around $13, showing a recent increase of over 2%, as a spot ETF called GLINK is anticipated to launch next week, possibly on December 2. Trading volume has risen by 15% to $672 million. The ETF, managed by Grayscale, will enable institutional investors to invest in Chainlink without directly holding the cryptocurrency. Chainlink is holding above the $12 support level, with traders eyeing the $14 resistance level. Technical indicators suggest neutral to bullish momentum, with the MACD turning positive and the RSI at 57.

Bitcoin's price is currently around $86,800, down slightly in the last 24 hours. It's facing potential downward pressure and could fall to around $80,000 if it doesn't break through the $90,000 resistance level. If it holds above $80,000, it might rally towards $90,000 or even $92,000 in the short term. Market observers note institutions in Europe are developing regulated approaches to digital assets.

Bitcoin's price may be signaling a bottom, as short-term holders are selling at a loss. CryptoQuant data indicates the Short-Term Holder SOPR dropped to 0.94 in November, suggesting recent buyers are realizing losses while Bitcoin is trading between $80,000 and $90,000. Historically, when the SOPR dips below 1.0, it leads to sell pressure, liquidity rotation, and then a price bounce. MicroStrategy confirmed they could withstand Bitcoin dropping to $74,000 and remain solvent. Exchange inflows are increasing but outflows remain higher and open interest is holding steady. Bitcoin is trading in an ascending channel with support between $86,900 and $87,200. Resistance is at $88,200-$88,500, and a break above $88,900 could boost momentum. Thin trading volume suggests that the next price movement will be significant.

Andrew Tate lost $800,000 trading cryptocurrencies on the Hyperliquid exchange. He deposited $727,000 and claimed $75,000 in referral rewards, losing it all without any withdrawals. His trading involved leveraged Bitcoin positions, and he was liquidated 84 times, achieving a win rate of only 35.53%. His largest single loss was $235,000 on a Bitcoin position with 40x leverage. These losses occurred during a market crash that liquidated nearly $2 billion across 400,000 traders. Despite these losses, Tate continues to promote his Hustlers University, which claims to teach people how to trade crypto. He also promoted privacy solutions for crypto during the market downturn.

XRP's price is at a critical juncture, with potential for either a bullish or bearish outcome in November. To move upwards, XRP needs to break through resistance levels at $2.12 and $2.18, indicating a shift in market control to buyers and confirming these levels as support, ultimately breaking a descending trendline to reach $2.35-$2.45. Conversely, if XRP fails to overcome the $2.12-$2.18 resistance, it signals continued seller dominance and a likely price decline below $2, potentially retesting lows around $1.90-$1.92 and entering a new period of weakness.

The FBI and CISA are advising iPhone users to avoid using iMessage for communication with Android phones due to security vulnerabilities. While iMessage offers end-to-end encryption between Apple devices, texts sent to Android phones are transmitted as standard SMS, which lacks full encryption and makes them susceptible to data theft. This warning comes in response to hacking operations on platforms like WhatsApp and Signal, which have compromised private communications. The alert recommends switching to encrypted messaging apps like Signal or WhatsApp for safer communication. Separately, vulnerabilities have been identified in WhatsApp and Android devices. Researchers discovered a flaw in WhatsApp's registration feature that allowed access to a large number of user phone numbers. Additionally, a spyware campaign called LANDFALL has been found targeting Samsung Galaxy devices through a zero-day vulnerability, enabling attackers to monitor devices without user interaction.

Bitwise Asset Management is launching a Dogecoin ETF (BWOW) on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker BWOW, starting November 26, 2025. This move is in response to growing investor demand for altcoin investment products. The fund carries higher risk and fewer investor protections compared to traditional ETFs. Dogecoin's community and market presence drove Bitwise's decision, despite its origin as a meme. The ETF has a 0.34% management fee, waived for the first month on the initial $500 million in assets. This launch is part of a broader trend of new altcoin ETFs, including those for Solana and XRP, gaining traction as Bitcoin funds face turbulence. Canary Capital's XRP ETF and Bitwise's Solana Staking ETF have seen strong initial inflows. Grayscale is also set to launch XRP and Dogecoin ETFs on the NYSE.

Coinbase Ventures has identified nine key areas for investment in the crypto space by 2026. These areas include real-world asset perpetuals, specialized trading infrastructure like prediction market aggregators, next-generation DeFi protocols, unsecured lending with onchain and offchain risk models, privacy-preserving technologies, AI-powered onchain development tools, robotics data collection, proof of humanity solutions, and AI development tools. This announcement comes as crypto venture funding rebounded in the third quarter, reaching $4.65 billion, a 290% increase from the previous quarter. The funding was largely concentrated in stablecoins, AI-driven crypto tools, blockchain infrastructure, and trading technology. The United States accounted for 47% of invested capital and 40% of deals.

Texas has allocated $5 million into BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF, signaling confidence in Bitcoin's long-term potential even though Bitcoin's price is currently below its all-time high. This investment highlights a broader trend of institutional adoption of Bitcoin ETFs. Meanwhile, Bitcoin Hyper, a project aiming to improve Bitcoin's scalability and functionality through a Layer 2 solution using Solana Virtual Machine (SVM) technology, has raised over $28.5 million in its $HYPER token presale. This includes a large purchase of over $500,000 by a single investor recently, showing strong interest in projects that build upon the existing Bitcoin infrastructure. The project aims to offer faster and cheaper transactions on top of Bitcoin, and the $HYPER tokens are currently priced at $0.013335 during the presale.

The first Dogecoin ETF launched on the New York Stock Exchange by Grayscale, with Bitwise planning to launch its own this week. Following the ETF launch, Dogecoin's price increased by 2.2%, and trading volume reached $1.5 billion in 24 hours, representing 7% of its circulating market cap. Dogecoin's market cap is currently $22 billion, making it the ninth-largest cryptocurrency. The token has bounced off support at $0.14, and analysts suggest a potential 33% increase to $0.20 if it surpasses the $0.18 resistance level. Dogecoin faces challenges due to its unlimited supply, with 5 billion new coins added annually, and its limited real-world utility.

Santiment reports that XRP is currently slightly undervalued, even as the general cryptocurrency market experiences a recovery. This observation comes after an extended period where the crypto market, including XRP, faced significant declines.

Shiba Inu is maintaining its price above a significant support level that it has held for the past year. This stability is leading to some anticipation that the cryptocurrency's price may increase in the future, despite recent price declines.

Bitwise Asset Management has launched the Bitwise Dogecoin ETF (BWOW), which will trade on NYSE Arca. This ETF aims to track the price performance of Dogecoin and holds its underlying assets with Coinbase Custody Trust Company. The launch follows pressure from the Dogecoin community and a review period by the SEC, with a decision potentially delayed until November 2025. While NYSE Arca has certified the listing, Bitwise acknowledges the ETF carries the same risks as holding Dogecoin directly, including high volatility and potential for significant losses. BWOW joins other Dogecoin-based funds already in the market, including the Grayscale Dogecoin ETF and the Rex-Osprey DOGE ETF. 21Shares is also pursuing a similar Dogecoin ETF offering and is working to expedite SEC approval.

Strategy Inc., formerly MicroStrategy, has amassed a large Bitcoin reserve, holding roughly 641,000 BTC worth $56 billion, representing about 3% of Bitcoin's supply. The company raised $21 billion through seven securities offerings to fund this expansion. Despite the substantial Bitcoin holdings, the company's stock has fallen 68% from its highs due to investor concerns about dilution and volatility. Institutions have reduced their exposure to Strategy by $5.38 billion over the past two quarters. Strategy has shifted some of its Bitcoin custody to Fidelity Digital Assets, holding 165,709 BTC ($14.50B) there for better operational risk management. While Strategy meets market capitalization and liquidity requirements, it is barred from S&P 500 inclusion because it doesn't meet the four consecutive quarters of positive earnings due to the volatility linked to Bitcoins price swings. Because of this, they are heavily reliant on active investors. The company's profits are significantly impacted by Bitcoin's price, leading to both multi-billion dollar gains and losses.

Hyperliquid's HYPE token has hit a new low despite the platform's strong fundamentals and revenue. Key support levels to watch are between $28 and $30, with a further support zone around $21-$23. The token is in a clear downtrend, trading below all major moving averages. A potential trading range is forming on the 4-hour chart, presenting a possible long entry for aggressive traders. For a real trend reversal, the price needs to break above and hold $45 as support. Until then, the token remains in a bearish trend.

Metaplanet has leveraged its holding of 30,823 Bitcoin, worth about $2.7 billion, to secure a $130 million loan, signaling a trend of companies using Bitcoin as collateral. Metaplanet also has a $500 million credit line to purchase more Bitcoin. Bitcoin Hyper (HYPER) is developing a layer-2 solution aiming to improve Bitcoin's transaction speed and capabilities. The Bitcoin Hyper project is integrating Solana Virtual Machine (SVM) as its execution layer, enabling high-speed payments, swaps, lending, and staking with Bitcoin-backed collateral. Bitcoin Hyper's presale has raised over $28.5 million with the current token price at $0.013335, and the project targets a release between Q4 2025 and Q1 2026.

Klarna, a buy-now-pay-later company, has launched its own US dollar-pegged stablecoin called KlarnaUSD on the Stripe and Paradigm-developed Tempo blockchain, making them the first digital bank to do so. The stablecoin is currently in the testing phase with a full launch planned for 2026 and was built using Bridge, a Stripe-owned infrastructure provider. Initially, Klarna plans to use KlarnaUSD internally to lower costs associated with international payments within its own system, and there are no immediate plans to offer it to consumers. This move marks a shift in stance for Klarna CEO Sebastian Siemiatkowski, who was previously against crypto but changed his mind as the industry gained legitimacy and clearer regulations. The stablecoin market is currently valued at approximately $304 billion, with Tether's USDT and Circle's USDC being the dominant players. Other companies like Western Union and Visa are also exploring stablecoin technology for settlements and payments.

SoftBank's value has decreased by over $100 billion since late October after increasing its investment in OpenAI and selling its Nvidia holdings. The company's stock has dropped approximately 40%, resulting in a market cap loss of over 16 trillion. This decline followed Alphabet's release of Gemini 3.0, which caused investor concern regarding OpenAI's future. SoftBank's second-quarter profit had previously increased by 2.5 trillion due to a $14.6 billion gain from OpenAI, but this gain has since been reversed. SoftBank continues to spend billions, including a confirmed $6.5 billion acquisition of Ampere Computing and an upcoming $22.5 billion payment to OpenAI. The company previously sold its Nvidia and Oracle holdings to invest in AI infrastructure, and now is investing in chipmakers such as Arm Holdings and Ampere. Japanese AI stocks are also declining, with companies closely tied to Nvidia experiencing losses, while others connected to Broadcom are gaining. The market is becoming more selective with AI-related stocks, ending a period of widespread investment.

This news focuses on Solana's price in light of substantial investment flowing into cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Specifically, it notes that ETFs have attracted $621 million in inflows over a 21-day period. The article suggests this influx of capital into crypto ETFs may be relevant to understanding movements in Solana's market price.

South Africa's central bank is echoing concerns from Standard Chartered about the potential for stablecoins to destabilize banks in developing countries. Standard Chartered estimates that up to $1 trillion could move from emerging-market bank deposits into digital dollars like stablecoins within three years. Countries like Egypt, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka are considered most vulnerable to these deposit outflows. South Africa's Reserve Bank reports a significant increase in stablecoin trading, reaching almost $4.6 billion by October 2025, raising concerns about circumventing exchange control laws. While South Africa is developing regulations, major crypto platforms already hold $1.5 billion in custody for 7.8 million users. The shift toward stablecoins reflects a desire for lower volatility than other cryptocurrencies. Countries with both trade and budget deficits are especially at risk of capital leaving due to stablecoins.

In 2025, crypto exchange security has faced major challenges, highlighted by a $1.5 billion breach at Bybit. The industry's reliance on reacting to attacks after they happen is proving insufficient. Phemex exchange experienced a security incident in January 2025, prompting them to shift from reactive security to a predictive model. This involves real-time evaluation of transactions, logins, and user behavior to proactively halt suspicious activity. Since implementing this new architecture, Phemex has automatically paused 847 suspicious withdrawal attempts, including 127 confirmed account takeovers. The use of AI and machine learning is crucial for identifying complex attack patterns. Exchanges should prioritize transparency by providing continuous and verifiable Proof of Reserves, allowing users to confirm their balances and cold-wallet allocations. Security measures should also be user-friendly, applying friction only to high-risk actions and allowing customization based on individual risk tolerance. Phemex emphasizes prediction, transparency, and user-aligned controls to enhance security and build trust, moving away from reactive approaches.

Bitcoin is currently maintaining a critical support level according to Fibonacci analysis, suggesting potential for a price rebound. An analyst predicts that Bitcoin could reach new all-time highs, potentially targeting $180,000. This optimism is partly fueled by expectations of possible interest rate reductions by the Federal Reserve.