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Syrah Resources, an Australian mining company, has secured a second extension from Tesla regarding a potential default on their graphite supply agreement. Tesla had issued a default notice in July because Syrah allegedly failed to provide acceptable graphite material samples from its Louisiana plant, which is crucial for Tesla's electric vehicle batteries. The deadline, initially set for September 16 and then extended to November 15, is now pushed to January 16, 2026. The contract, established in 2021, aims to supply Tesla with 8,000 metric tons of graphite over four years. Despite the extension, Syrah's shares fell approximately 3% to 29.5 cents. In a separate development, Syrah has reached an agreement with the US International DFC for additional funding support for its Balama Graphite Operation in Mozambique. This agreement includes an $8.5 million disbursement and deferral of approximately $5 million in interest and fees. Syrah will also issue warrants to the DFC for about 17.5 million shares. However, the DFC noted unresolved default events tied to the DFC loan but granted a waiver for the disbursement.

Strategy has purchased 8,178 Bitcoin for $835.6 million, at an average price of $102,171 per coin. The purchase was funded through the company's STRE (Steam) and STRC (Stretch) preferred offerings. This significant acquisition increases Strategy's total Bitcoin holdings to 649,870 BTC, valued at over $48.37 billion, with an average cost of $74,433 per coin. The company's stock price has decreased significantly in recent months. Michael Saylor's company is taking advantage of market conditions to increase its Bitcoin holdings.

The European Central Bank (ECB) is concerned that the increasing popularity of stablecoins pegged to the US dollar could destabilize Europe's financial system. Olaf Sleijpen, the Dutch central bank governor, highlighted the risk of these stablecoins causing macroeconomic shocks if they lose their peg, potentially forcing issuers to rapidly sell their backing assets. He pointed to the significant growth of the stablecoin market, citing CoinGecko data showing a nearly 50% increase this year to around $310 billion, with Tether's USDT rising from $127 billion to $183 billion and USDC doubling from $37 billion to $74 billion. The US Treasury projects the stablecoin market could reach $2 trillion by 2028. The ECB worries that large-scale selling of reserves by major issuers could impact liquidity, asset prices, and inflation, potentially requiring the ECB to adjust its monetary policy. Other officials, including Piero Cipollone from the ECB Executive Board and Italy's economy minister Giancarlo Giorgetti, have also warned about the dangers of dollar-backed stablecoins to the Eurozone's financial stability, with some advocating for a digital euro to counter their influence.

Robert Kiyosaki, a financial commentator, criticized Warren Buffett's view that Bitcoin is mere speculation. Kiyosaki suggests Buffett's opinion reflects a reliance on traditional financial systems like Wall Street and the U.S. dollar.

Bitcoin's price is currently around $95,200, showing a slight decrease. Despite this, Robert Kiyosaki, the author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, is buying more Bitcoin. Kiyosaki believes Bitcoin will eventually reach $250,000 due to global economic issues and government money printing. He also predicts gold will reach $27,000 and silver $100. Technically, Bitcoin faces potential further declines towards $91,800 or even $83,200 if it doesn't break above $102,000. However, a new project called Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) aims to bring Solana-level speed and smart contract capabilities to the Bitcoin ecosystem, with a presale exceeding $27.8 million.

In November 2025, five crypto presales are attracting investor attention: Opter, Layer Brett, BlockDAG, Rollblock, and Remittix. Opter, priced around $0.02, offers a perpetual futures exchange. Layer Brett, at $0.0058, combines meme culture with an Ethereum Layer 2 network, having raised over $4.4 million. BlockDAG, currently at $0.005 per token, has raised over $436 million and aims for high transaction speeds. Rollblock is tied to a working casino-style gaming platform with over 50,000 active players, with the RBLK token priced at $0.068 and funding exceeding $12.1 million. Remittix, priced at $0.1166, focuses on cross-border payments and has raised over $28.1 million with 685 million RTX tokens sold and targets real world remittance. These projects are in various stages of development, with planned exchange listings and product launches anticipated soon.

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson predicts a major cryptocurrency bull run in 2026, urging the crypto community to be more positive and less critical of new ideas. He believes negativity is hindering growth in the crypto space. This prediction follows a previous one where Hoskinson suggested Bitcoin could reach $250,000 once big tech companies fully embrace crypto. Currently, Cardano's ADA is trading around $0.4944, having recently fallen below the $0.50 support level. Analysts suggest that if ADA can reclaim its previous accumulation zone, it could move towards $0.52 or even $0.54; however, failure to do so could lead to a retest of the $0.47 support. The article also highlights SUBBD, an AI-powered creator platform, which has raised close to $1.34 million in its presale and aims to benefit from the next bull run by offering a fairer system for creators and fans.

According to an expert, XRP's price may increase if it maintains a specific support level. This potential rally is connected to the possible launch of a Ripple ETF (Exchange Traded Fund). The expert suggests that holding this key support is crucial for XRP to experience positive price movement following the ETF launch.

Altcoins are experiencing downward pressure as Bitcoin's price decline increases risk aversion in the market. XRP is fluctuating around $2.2 after being unable to reach $2.5, while Zcash is gaining attention due to interest in privacy coins. The overall altcoin market is weak, reflecting Bitcoin's condition, with traders hesitant to invest more until Bitcoin stabilizes above $100,000. Layer-1 tokens, gaming assets, and memecoins are particularly affected, while AI-related and DePIN tokens are showing more stability. Analysts warn of potential further declines in altcoin values if Bitcoin doesn't recover above its moving averages.

BitMine Immersion has acquired $173 million worth of Ether. Separately, Tom Lee has offered an explanation for the recent weakness in the cryptocurrency market.

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan suggested that the strong XRP community played a significant role in the creation of XRP ETFs. Hougan noted that many new crypto investors seek broad market exposure rather than in-depth understanding of individual cryptocurrencies. He indicated that Bitwise prioritizes launching single-asset ETFs for cryptocurrencies with passionate and dedicated communities, even if other parts of the crypto world are skeptical. According to the article, Hougan stated that the XRP ETF's positive performance is due to XRP's large, loyal, and vocal community. Several XRP ETFs are launching, including Franklin Templeton's EZRP on November 18 and Bitwise's own on November 20, following Canary Capital's $250 million debut on November 13. The article concludes that the sustained interest of the XRP community makes XRP ETFs commercially viable, regardless of market capitalization, utility, or narratives.

Ethereum's price has fallen to around $3,000 due to broader cryptocurrency market conditions, but its underlying economic activity is growing rapidly. The network's transaction revenues, stablecoin settlement volumes, and decentralized app ecosystem are expanding significantly. The supply of stablecoins on the Ethereum blockchain has increased dramatically, indicating strong real-world demand. While Ethereum's market capitalization has also grown, it hasn't kept pace with the growth in stablecoin supply, suggesting the market may be undervaluing the network's actual strength. Despite weak price sentiment, Ethereum's fundamentals remain strong, with the value of stablecoins secured on the blockchain reaching a new all-time high. The network's block space usage is also at an all-time high, driven by real economic activity.

The article discusses the potential for XRP to be a good investment during economic uncertainty, referencing past market reactions to US government shutdowns. Analysts noted that XRP saw a 70% increase after the 2019 shutdown, suggesting a similar outcome could occur after the current shutdown ends. The article highlights how investors tend to favor assets with defined utility during uncertain periods. XRP's established role in payments and the growing XRPL ecosystem, including XRP Tundra, are presented as examples of utility-focused projects. XRP Tundra is described as a dual-token system with TUNDRA-S on Solana for utility and TUNDRA-X on XRPL for governance and reserves. The article mentions the ongoing presale for TUNDRA-S at $0.183, which includes a 9% bonus, and TUNDRA-X at a reference value of $0.0915, which ends on January 12th, 2026. The piece also emphasizes XRP Tundra's staking options, which offer different APYs based on lock-up periods, and its verification and audit records. The article concludes by urging investors to monitor the shutdown's outcome and consider positioning themselves for potential policy-driven market shifts.

The Milk Mocha project, based on the popular comic series, has launched a presale for its $HUGS token. The presale is designed without KYC requirements and has seen rapid allocation depletion following the closing of its whitelist. Early supporters benefit from preferential token pricing, while the project employs a burn mechanism to manage supply. Token holders can stake $HUGS for up to 50% APY and participate in a gamified staking experience. An upcoming NFT collection will offer benefits like higher staking rewards and early access to events. The project also includes a referral system for earning bonus tokens and plans for community governance to allow token holders to influence its direction. Future plans include a HUGS Play Zone with games and token-based prizes, as well as pair staking of Milk and Mocha NFTs. The project aims to integrate art, storytelling, and ownership within its ecosystem.

The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB), managing over $142 billion, disclosed a new investment in MicroStrategy (MSTR) valued initially at $127 million, later reduced to $80 million due to stock volatility. This investment offers a way for the pension fund to gain Bitcoin exposure indirectly, as many funds face restrictions on direct Bitcoin purchases. MicroStrategy, known for holding significant Bitcoin reserves, recently acquired an additional 8,178 BTC for $835.6 million, averaging $102,171 per BTC, bringing their total holdings to 649,870 BTC acquired for $48.37 billion, or $74,433 each. Strategy's stock recently traded below its net asset value as Bitcoin's price declined, raising concerns about share dilution and the company's Bitcoin-heavy balance sheet.

The crypto market experienced a pullback, with the global market capitalization decreasing to around $3.23 trillion. Bitcoin traded near $95,400 and Ethereum around $3,155. Market sentiment is currently fearful, with the Fear and Greed Index at 18, indicating extreme fear. Tom Lee of Fundstrat believes this pullback is temporary and doesn't negate the potential for future gains, suggesting Ethereum could follow a similar growth trajectory to Bitcoin's past performance. He attributes the current weakness to potential balance sheet issues among market makers, leading to liquidations. Short-term analysis indicates oversold conditions, with average Relative Strength Index readings near 41. Ethereum's price is currently above the average cost basis for long-term holders, potentially providing support. Altcoins are generally showing weakness, with most recent gains fading. Lee anticipates a recovery within six to eight weeks, advising against leveraged positions due to the risk of forced sell-offs.

The cryptocurrency Digitap ($TAP) is being promoted as a potentially lucrative investment, especially for those looking to invest $1,000. Digitap is an omnibank with a unified dashboard that combines fiat and cryptos smoothly with a Visa-linked debit card. The project has already raised nearly $2 million in its presale, with over 110 million tokens sold at $0.0313 per token, and the price is set to increase to $0.0326 in the next stage before launching at $0.14. The platform offers a no-KYC policy and staking rewards up to 124% APR. Experts predict it could potentially generate significant returns, with listings on major exchanges like Binance and Coinbase anticipated in 2026, potentially leading to a 100x increase in value. The tokenomics include a fixed supply of two billion $TAP tokens, with allocations for presale, marketing, and exchange listings. The platform also uses a deflationary model where tokens are automatically bought back and burned as activity increases.

The price of FIRO has increased nearly 60% in the last 24 hours and over 300% in the past month, surpassing even Zcash in performance. This surge follows a breakout from a flag pattern, signaling continued bullish momentum. Technical analysis suggests a potential target of $8.49 if market conditions remain favorable, and a possible move towards $10.35 if it clears that level. Indicators like Chaikin Money Flow and Bull-Bear Power confirm strong buying pressure. Key resistance levels to watch are $6.01 and $8.18. A drop below $3.00 would weaken the structure, while falling under $2.49 would invalidate the current rally.

SunnyMining is a platform that allows users to earn passive income from their Bitcoin (BTC) and XRP holdings. Instead of just holding these assets and waiting for their price to increase, users can deposit them on SunnyMining and earn yield. The platform supports multiple yield strategies, requires no special hardware, and is designed to be user-friendly for beginners. Users can allocate their BTC and XRP across different options, reinvest earnings, and adjust their strategies as needed. The platform emphasizes a long-term approach to maximize returns through compounding. SunnyMining aims to provide a simple and transparent way for users to grow their digital assets.

Crypto markets are experiencing volatility, with Bitcoin around $94,000 and Ethereum at $3,140. Bitcoin has decreased by over 11% and Ethereum by 13% in the past week. CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju suggests that the current dip is due to older Bitcoin holders selling to traditional finance firms, who are expected to hold long-term. He notes that new liquidity is entering the market through ETFs and companies like MicroStrategy. Analysts believe that Bitcoin's drop from $126,000 was caused by short-term holders selling in panic, while long-term holders took profits, viewing it as a typical correction in a bull market. JAN3 CEO Samson Mow argues that now is not the time to be pessimistic, citing buyers with significant capital like MicroStrategy and Tether. The limited supply of Bitcoin, combined with strong demand, is expected to drive prices higher over time.

Bitcoin has reached a milestone with 95% of its total supply now mined. This means that approximately 19.94 million Bitcoins are currently in circulation, out of a maximum possible supply. This event is noteworthy because the availability of new Bitcoins will continue to decrease over time until the last Bitcoin is mined.

This week, nearly $300 million worth of various cryptocurrencies will be released into the market. These releases, known as token unlocks, involve both large single releases and smaller daily releases. LayerZero has the biggest single release at over $37 million. Other notable single releases include SOON at almost $26 million and YZY at about $14.5 million. Solana leads in daily releases with almost $70 million being unlocked. Other daily unlocks include TRUMP, Worldcoin, Dogecoin, and Avalanche. These unlocks can potentially affect the price of these cryptocurrencies as more tokens become available for trading.

Harvard University has significantly increased its investment in Bitcoin, nearly tripling its holdings of BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) during the third quarter of 2025. The university now holds approximately $443 million worth of IBIT shares, making it the largest single holding among Harvard's officially reported investments and placing them as a top 16 holder of the ETF. This increase represents a 257% rise from their holdings at the end of June. While this investment is a small fraction of Harvard's total endowment, it signals growing acceptance of Bitcoin as a reserve asset by major institutions. Simultaneously, BlackRock's IBIT has experienced recent outflows, with approximately $463.1 million withdrawn on Friday, November 14th. Despite these outflows, IBIT remains the largest spot Bitcoin ETF, with assets under management close to $75 billion.

Bitcoin's price briefly dropped to $93,000, causing a large number of traders to lose money due to leveraged positions. This event shifted market sentiment towards fear and a search for safer investments. Investors are now looking at new cryptocurrency projects that offer practical uses and stability, rather than just being trendy. Three projects gaining attention are Bitcoin Hyper, Best Wallet Token, and Bitcoin Blaze. Bitcoin Hyper aims to improve Bitcoin's speed and transaction costs, having already raised $27.8 million in its presale. Best Wallet Token supports a secure cryptocurrency wallet, and its presale has collected over $17.1 million. Bitcoin Blaze is a smaller, earlier-stage project focused on fast Bitcoin payments, raising over $218,900. These projects are seen as potentially more stable investments during a time of market uncertainty.

Aave, a decentralized finance (DeFi) lending platform, is launching a mobile application for retail users on Apple's App Store. This app will allow users to access crypto yield-earning opportunities directly from their mobile devices. The app's release on a major platform like the Apple App Store marks a significant step towards bringing DeFi services to a broader, more mainstream audience.

Alfa-Bank in Russia is currently testing a new payment system called Vzglyad, which allows customers to make purchases using facial recognition. This system is being tested internally with employees using Android devices and on Alfa-Bank's own payment terminals. The system aims to authorize offline purchases without needing cards, phones, or physical contact with the terminal. It uses real-time biometric analysis and a PIN code option for security. The bank hopes the system will improve transaction efficiency and security and is open to collaboration with other payment industry players. Separately, Russia plans to continue testing its central bank digital currency, the digital ruble, with a goal for full public launch by September 1, 2026, after phased trials, and its use for salary payments will be optional. The EU imposed new sanctions on Russian financial institutions and energy exports, including Alfa-Bank, MTS Bank, Absolut Bank, and automaker Sollers, as well as subsidiaries and branches. The EU will also suspend the operation of the Mir payment system in some parts of Europe starting November 25 and extended sanctions to Russian industrial and defense companies.

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan suggests that Bitcoin's struggle to break $100,000 is due to several factors. Government delays in approving ETF filings slowed down the introduction of new crypto investment products. The $100,000 mark triggered profit-taking, with some long-term holders selling upside potential through options. Lingering fears from past crypto market crashes, like FTX, made investors hesitant to make large bullish bets. According to Hougan, the four-year cycle theory is becoming less relevant as new factors like institutional money, regulations, and tokenized assets take hold. He believes this pause is temporary and that increased institutional demand will eventually drive Bitcoin's price higher.

GMI Cloud, a U.S.-based GPU-as-a-Service provider and Nvidia cloud partner, plans to construct a $500 million AI factory in Taiwan, powered by 7,000 Nvidia Blackwell Ultra GPUs. The 16-megawatt facility, expected to be operational by March 2026, aims to support large-scale AI inference, training, and multimodal workloads for Asian enterprises. The AI factory will integrate Nvidia technologies, including NVLink and Quantum InfiniBand, to provide high-performance compute capacity. GMI Cloud is collaborating with companies like Trend Micro, Wistron, and VAST Data to enhance the platform's capabilities, including cybersecurity, automated production, and data infrastructure. The company anticipates the project to generate $1 billion in total contract value. GMI Cloud is planning an IPO in two to three years and is also planning to build another 50-megawatt data center in the U.S. The company is seeking $400 million from Taiwanese banks and an additional $200 million by the end of 2025 to support the project.

Bitcoin's price sharply declined, reaching $93,000. This drop occurred as a substantial $1 billion was deposited into cryptocurrency exchanges. The market downturn happened even with existing optimism surrounding potential trade agreements between the US and China.

Bitcoin is currently trading around $95,700, having decreased in value by nearly 10% over the past week. It failed to break through a significant resistance level, leading analysts to believe further price decreases are possible. Bitcoin is also trading below its 50-week Exponential Moving Average, which is an indicator that could signal further selling pressure. Over $1 billion worth of Bitcoin has recently been moved to exchanges, suggesting that investors are preparing to sell. Some analysts suggest that if Bitcoin does not hold its current support levels, it could fall to $74,000. However, others believe that a price reversal is possible, especially if Bitcoin holds above $94,000, potentially leading to a rise back to $100,000.

Bitcoin's price is currently around $93,000, after dropping below a key technical support level, the 50-week exponential moving average (EMA) at $100,506. Analysts suggest there is a risk of further price declines potentially revisiting levels below $90,000, possibly down to $71,000. Despite the downturn, some investors, like Michael Saylor's Strategy, are using the dip to buy more Bitcoin, acquiring 8,178 BTC for $835.6 million, bringing their total holdings to 649,870 BTC. If Bitcoin can reclaim $95,000 as a support level, it could trigger a move back towards recent highs above $104,504. However, weak institutional investment and general market uncertainty are contributing to the downward pressure on the cryptocurrency.

The article discusses BlockchainFX ($BFX), Zcash, and Chainlink as potential crypto investments. BlockchainFX aims to connect traditional finance with blockchain, offering a trading ecosystem for forex, stocks, commodities, and digital assets. It generates revenue through trading fees, subscriptions, and other services, and features a Visa card for real-world spending. The BFX presale is currently underway at $0.03, targeting a listing price of $0.05, and a giveaway of $500,000 worth of BFX tokens is planned. Zcash is highlighted for its focus on privacy enhancements and blockchain compliance, while Chainlink is recognized for its data integrations and role in supporting smart contracts. The article positions BlockchainFX as a strong contender due to its multi-faceted approach and potential for high returns compared to the more specialized functions of Zcash and Chainlink.

UK prosecutors have ordered Joseph James O'Connor to surrender $5.4 million in Bitcoin linked to the 2020 Twitter hack. O'Connor, who pleaded guilty in the United States to charges including computer intrusion and wire fraud, is currently serving a five-year prison sentence. The Crown Prosecution Service secured a civil recovery order to seize 42 Bitcoins and other crypto assets connected to O'Connor's involvement in the scheme. These assets, frozen during his extradition, will be sold by a court-appointed trustee. The 2020 Twitter hack compromised over 130 high-profile accounts, including those of Barack Obama and Elon Musk, and promoted a Bitcoin scam that generated over $100,000.

The crypto market's fast-paced nature makes it difficult for traders to keep up with all the factors that influence price changes. AI-powered signals have emerged as a tool to help traders anticipate market trends by analyzing large amounts of data. However, the effectiveness of these AI signals varies, requiring traders to carefully evaluate different platforms. Key considerations include the accuracy and historical track record of the signals, transparency in how the signals are generated, integration with trading platforms, and the cost versus potential value. Traders should be wary of blindly following AI recommendations and should always conduct their own research before making investment decisions. Scams are also a risk, so verifying reviews, track records, and regulatory compliance is crucial when selecting an AI signal provider. Combining AI signals with personal research and risk management can improve trading outcomes.

Bitcoin's price has fallen 17.7% recently, while gold has increased in value. Peter Schiff, a known Bitcoin critic, suggested people sell their Bitcoin. However, historical data shows Schiff often makes such pronouncements near Bitcoin's price bottoms. Short-term Bitcoin holders have already sold off their holdings at a loss, a sign of capitulation that typically precedes a price rebound. Market fear is extremely high, reaching levels usually seen only when Bitcoin is near its lowest points. The overall crypto market has bounced slightly after falling to $3.14 trillion. These factors suggest that Schiff's warning might coincide with Bitcoin attempting to establish a price floor.

The cryptocurrency Internet Computer (ICP) experienced a significant decrease in value, dropping by 13.2%. This decline had a negative impact on the overall performance of the CoinDesk 20 index, pulling it lower.

Franklin Templeton launched its XRP ETF, EZRP, on November 18th, followed by Bitwise on November 20th. Nine XRP ETFs are expected between November 18th and 25th. Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER), a Bitcoin Layer 2 project, has raised over $27.78 million in its presale, with the token priced near $0.013285 and staking rewards around 41% APY. Bitcoin Hyper aims to improve Bitcoin's usability through Layer 2 scaling. The Bitcoin Hyper presale offers early participants projected yields of 41% APY. Projections estimate a potential $HYPER price of around $0.32 in 2025 and $1.5 in 2030. A whale purchased $502K worth of $HYPER last Wednesday.

According to cryptographer Adam Back, Bitcoin is unlikely to face a significant threat from quantum computing for at least 20 to 40 years. This counters predictions, such as venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya's, suggesting the threat could emerge in as little as two to five years. Back highlights that current quantum computers are not advanced enough to break Bitcoin's encryption. The National Institute of Standards and Technology has already approved post-quantum encryption standards that Bitcoin could adopt well in advance of any real threat. There's an ongoing debate within the Bitcoin community about preparing for the quantum era. Some experts advise moving coins from certain types of Bitcoin addresses which expose public keys directly, because these may be more vulnerable. Developers are exploring potential upgrades like Bitcoin Improvement Proposal 360, which introduces quantum-resistant signatures. Approximately 6 to 7 million Bitcoin are estimated to be in older address formats that could be targeted in a quantum attack. El Salvador recently redistributed its Bitcoin holdings across multiple addresses to reduce risk. Upgrading decentralized networks to quantum-resistant measures poses challenges due to the need for coordination and the larger size and computational demands of post-quantum signature schemes.

Singapore's stock exchange (SGX) will launch Bitcoin and Ethereum perpetual futures trading on November 24, 2025, specifically targeted at institutional investors. These futures contracts, benchmarked to the iEdge CoinDesk Crypto Indices, will allow institutions to trade on the price movements of Bitcoin and Ethereum with leverage and without an expiry date, providing tools for managing crypto risks. The exchange highlights that perpetual futures trading volumes are high, especially in Asia, and bringing this activity onshore will enable institutions to trade with greater confidence and scale. Retail investors will not have access to these new crypto-linked futures products on SGX, and instead can consider coin-tracking ETFs in Hong Kong for traditional-market exposure to digital assets. An analyst noted that Bitcoin has recently declined significantly, partly due to pullback from institutional flows.

A long-term Cardano holder lost over $6 million trying to swap ADA for USDA on the Minswap decentralized exchange. The trader's large transaction caused significant slippage because the exchange lacked sufficient liquidity. Instead of receiving the expected value for their ADA, the holder received only $847,690 in USDA. The ADA tokens had been held for five years, originating from the project's genesis wallets, and were used for staking. The incident highlights the Cardano network's challenges with decentralized exchange activity and liquidity, particularly in smaller pools like the one for USDA. The trader did not use any additional tools that could have reduced the price impact.

Bitcoin ETFs have seen returns of roughly 100% since January 2024, matching physical gold ETFs while the S&P 500 returned approximately 45%. This has led to debate about whether Bitcoin should be viewed as a risk-on asset like stocks or a store of value like gold. BlackRock recently deposited 4,880 BTC (worth about $467 million) and 54,730 ETH (worth nearly $176 million) into Coinbase, which could signal a possible sale or strategic rebalancing. Younger investors are increasingly interested in crypto ETFs, with 47% of new ETF buyers planning to invest in them. Other crypto news includes potential flash reversal signals for Bitcoin, Gold, and Silver, XRP losses, a warning from the European Central Bank about stablecoins, and Bitcoin's correlation with the Nasdaq.

YoungHoon Kim, who claims to have a very high IQ, predicts Bitcoin will reach $220,000 within 45 days and says he will donate profits to build churches. This is not his first bold prediction as he previously stated Bitcoin could increase 100 times in value over the next decade. However, experts and other Bitcoin supporters are doubtful that Bitcoin will reach $220,000 in the near future. The crypto market has recently declined, with Bitcoin losing significant market value. Arthur Azizov suggests Bitcoin's price drop is due to changing market sentiment and outflows from spot ETFs and sees potential support levels at $89,000-$94,000, with a worst-case scenario of a return to $72,000-$74,000.

Bitcoin is currently trying to find stability around $95,000 after falling from a high of $110,000. Technical charts show a bearish trend, but there are also signs of possible short-term support. If Bitcoin can break above the $100,000-$105,000 range, it could regain upward momentum. However, if it fails to hold above $95,000, it could drop further to $90,000 or even $88,000. On-chain analysis reveals that large Bitcoin holders are increasing their activity on exchanges, which could lead to more selling pressure and volatility.

A guide for beginners looking to get into crypto cloud mining in 2025 recommends five platforms based on a review of over 60 services. Cloud mining is gaining popularity because it allows users to rent computing power from data centers instead of buying their own mining equipment. The top platforms were chosen based on transparency, energy efficiency, contract flexibility, and daily output. AutoHash is recommended for beginners due to its AI-optimized mining and short contract cycles, with the potential to earn up to $3,542 per day. BitFuFu is highlighted for high-performance Bitcoin mining, BitDeer for long-term mining stability, ECOS for predictable contracts, and NiceHash for flexible, on-demand mining. The guide advises beginners to start with short contracts, verify infrastructure, understand profitability indicators, compare daily output to contract price, and use platforms with transparent daily reporting. The expert suggests that cloud mining is becoming an accessible way to earn crypto, especially with cleaner energy and AI-driven optimization.

Infura, a company that provides essential blockchain infrastructure, is expanding its Decentralized Infrastructure Network (DIN) to operate on EigenLayer. This move allows users who have staked their Ethereum (ETH) to also secure Infura's services. By using EigenLayer, Infura's DIN becomes an Autonomous Verifiable Service, which means Ethereum stakers can earn rewards or lose part of their stake based on the service's performance. This incentivizes operators to maintain high uptime and reliability. This expansion marks the first large-scale marketplace for RPC and API data to run as an EigenLayer Autonomous Verifiable Service, utilizing restaked ETH for security.

The cryptocurrency market is currently experiencing volatility with Bitcoin's price fluctuating, causing investor concern. However, some analysts remain optimistic about Bitcoin's long-term potential, projecting prices as high as $1 million by 2028. This situation is driving interest in infrastructure projects like Bitcoin Layer-2 solutions, which aim to improve Bitcoin's scalability and transaction speed. Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) is one such project, utilizing Solana's Virtual Machine to create a faster, cheaper environment for Bitcoin transactions and decentralized finance (DeFi). The $HYPER presale has already raised over $27.8 million, indicating strong investor interest. Projections suggest that if Bitcoin Hyper successfully executes its roadmap, the token price could increase by approximately 6.5 times by 2026. Bitcoin Hyper aims to keep Bitcoins base-layer security while offloading activity to a dedicated execution environment.

IonQ is currently considered the leading publicly traded quantum computing company, with its stock increasing by over 600% in the last three years. In the third quarter of 2025, IonQ reported $40 million in revenue, a 222% increase compared to the same period in 2024, exceeding analyst expectations. The company has partnerships with AstraZeneca, Nvidia, and Amazon, demonstrating the potential of quantum computing to speed up processes like drug development. Other companies in this sector, such as Rigetti Computing and D-Wave Quantum, have also experienced significant stock gains in 2025, rising 156% and 293% respectively. While McKinsey projects the quantum computing market could reach $1 trillion by 2035, these companies are currently operating at a loss as they invest heavily in research and development. The stocks have high price-to-sales ratios, suggesting investor optimism.

Large investors, often referred to as whales, have recently purchased 150,000 Chainlink (LINK) tokens. This accumulation of LINK by whales suggests a potential upward movement in the price of Chainlink.

The article discusses Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a new DeFi project building a dual lending system, as a potential crypto to reach $1. MUTM's presale is in Phase 6, priced at $0.035, and has raised $18.7 million with 18,000 holders, selling 800 million tokens out of the 1.82 billion allocated for the presale. The V1 testnet launch is scheduled for Q4 2025 on Sepolia and will include the core lending system components. Mutuum Finance completed a CertiK audit with a score of 90/100 and offers a $50k bug bounty. Analysts predict a 3x to 4x increase from the presale price after the testnet launch and before exchange listings, with potential for further gains after the platform goes live. The project includes features like mtTokens and a buy and distribute model to incentivize long term participation. Long-term projections suggest a 15x to 20x increase with the introduction of a stablecoin and layer 2 deployment. Whale allocations are accelerating the presale progress.

Bitcoin's recent "death cross," where the 50-day moving average dipped below the 200-day moving average, has created market uncertainty. Despite this, historical data suggests such patterns can precede recoveries. The article highlights three cryptocurrencies as potential investments in this environment. Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER), a Bitcoin Layer 2 solution, has raised over $27.8 million in its presale, with a mainnet launch targeted between Q4 2025 and Q1 2026. Maxi Doge ($MAXI), an Ethereum-based meme coin, has raised over $4 million in its presale and offers a staking APY of 76% for early participants. Solana ($SOL), a high-throughput Layer 1, is currently trading around $142 with a market cap above $78 billion and has seen ETF inflows.

Charles Hoskinson, the founder of Cardano, has acknowledged that the blockchain network needs to improve its marketing and expand its decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem to succeed long-term. He says that Cardano is perceived negatively by some in the crypto space. Hoskinson plans to improve Cardano's public image by hosting multiple events starting in 2026. He also discussed Cardano's Midnight sidechain project, which aims to enhance privacy and connect Cardano to other blockchains like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Currently, Cardano has $680 million in total value locked, with over 1.3 million users staking more than 15 billion ADA tokens. Hoskinson believes that Cardano could reach over 10 million users by 2030 if Midnight's privacy features are implemented. He emphasized the importance of rational privacy, identity, and cooperation for blockchains and explained how Midnight aims to address these areas, especially concerning user data protection through innovations like Kachina, Nightstream, and Fully Homomorphic Encryption.

Cathie Wood's ARK Invest sold 1.87 million shares of Pinterest, valued at $50.2 million, after a previous sale of 572,735 shares. This decision follows Pinterest's recent earnings miss and weak guidance, attributed to moderating ad spend in the U.S. and Canada. ARK invested $6.19 million into Bitmine Immersion Technologies, purchasing 169,407 shares across three ETFs. The firm also acquired 184,505 shares of Twist Bioscience for $5.51 million and 138,677 shares of Beam Therapeutics for $3 million. Additionally, ARK sold 49,041 shares of Iridium Communications, worth $818,494, continuing a week-long selling trend. These trades show a shift from social media and satellite communications towards crypto infrastructure and biotech, with the largest investment being in Bitmine.

Despite recent price drops in Bitcoin and Ethereum, and investor fear, the core argument for Bitcoin's value remains strong. Governments continue to spend more than they earn, and central banks are increasing the amount of money in circulation worldwide. As of September 2025, the global money supply has reached $142 trillion, a 446% increase since 2000. The United States' budget deficit reached $1.775 trillion in fiscal year 2025. Institutions like Harvard University have significantly increased their Bitcoin ETF holdings, despite market volatility. The increasing money supply strengthens Bitcoin's role as a hedge against inflation, because its supply is limited, while fiat currency is not. Many believe that if you think the price of Bitcoin is ultimately going to increase, then the current price doesn't matter, you just buy it.

The article highlights four companies – Chevron, Brookfield Asset Management, Enterprise Products Partners, and Waste Management – as potentially strong dividend stocks. Chevron aims to increase its dividend annually through 2030, supported by growing oil production and cost reductions, while maintaining payouts even with oil prices below $50 a barrel. Brookfield Asset Management anticipates 18% annual growth in distributable earnings through 2030, driven by expansion in infrastructure, renewable energy, and other sectors, allowing for consistent dividend increases. Enterprise Products Partners offers a high dividend yield and has raised payouts for 27 years, backed by long-term contracts and upcoming capital projects that will boost cash flow. Waste Management, after acquiring Stericycle, expects revenue growth and projects significant free cash flow through 2027, enabling continued dividend growth due to its stable, recession-resistant business model.

Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Arabia's leader, is in Washington for meetings covering several key areas. Discussions will include potential defense agreements between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia, access to artificial intelligence technology and chips, and a significant initiative for a civilian nuclear energy agreement with the United States.

Internet Computer (ICP) has dropped in value by about 32% over the past week after reaching nearly $9.50 earlier in November. The price decrease has investors wondering if they should buy more or if the price will continue to fall. Some analysts suggest ICP could bounce back, potentially reaching $20 or even $100 if Bitcoin rises significantly. However, Bitcoin's current price is down around 10% for the week making that scenario less likely in the immediate future. One indicator, the Relative Strength Index (RSI), suggests ICP might be oversold, which could signal a price increase soon as the indicator is hovering around 30.

Michael Saylor's bitcoin-focused company, Strategy, has purchased an additional 8,178 bitcoins for approximately $835.6 million. The average price paid per bitcoin in this latest purchase was around $102,171. This increases Strategy's total bitcoin holdings to 649,870, acquired at an average price of approximately $74,433 per bitcoin for a total cost of $48.37 billion. The company funded this purchase through the sale of various classes of preferred and common stock, raising $136.1 million from preferred stock sales alone. Strategy's consistent bitcoin accumulation reflects its belief in bitcoin as a long-term investment, and the company is prepared to continue buying bitcoin using various financial strategies.

Rivian's stock price jumped 36% after their Q3 2025 earnings report showed better-than-expected progress towards profitability. The company reported an adjusted loss of $0.65 per share, beating the expected $0.72 loss, and revenue reached $1.56 billion, exceeding estimates. Notably, Rivian achieved a gross profit of $24 million, significantly surpassing analyst expectations of a $38.6 million loss. This improvement stems from cost reductions in their R1 platform and $154 million in gross profit from software and services, boosted by their joint venture with Volkswagen. They reduced cost of goods sold per unit by about $2,200 from the previous quarter, and the automotive gross profit loss per vehicle dropped to $985 from $3,142 in the previous quarter. Rivian expects further cost reductions with the upcoming R2 model, slated for launch in the first half of 2026 and priced around $45,000. Rivian ended Q3 with $7.7 billion in liquidity, including $7.1 billion in cash. Stifel raised its price target on Rivian to $17 from $16, maintaining a Buy rating. The company is also planning an Autonomy & AI Day on December 11, 2025, to discuss its autonomous driving technology strategy.

Large Bitcoin investors have resumed substantial purchasing activity, acquiring $835 million worth of Bitcoin in the past week. This indicates a renewed strategy of accumulating significant amounts of the cryptocurrency, potentially influencing its market dynamics.

The price of Ethereum is declining, driven by weakening momentum, significant outflows from Ethereum ETFs, and increased selling by long-term holders. This selling pressure has pushed Ethereum below key moving averages and raised concerns about a potential drop below $3,000. Spot ETH ETFs have experienced over $1.4 billion in net outflows since the start of November. Long-term holders are selling their Ethereum at the fastest rate since 2021, adding to the supply in the market. While some large whale wallets are accumulating Ethereum, their buying activity hasn't been enough to offset the overall selling pressure. Ethereum is currently trading around $3,182, with its intraday low reaching $3,023, leaving it vulnerable to a further decline towards $3,000 if selling continues.

Dogecoin is at a crucial point, according to crypto analysts. One analyst suggests traders should buy Dogecoin now because its price could increase significantly, potentially over 610% from its current price of around $0.00000169 against Bitcoin, targeting a price between $0.000012 and $0.000014. However, another analyst warns that Dogecoin's price is in danger of falling below a key support level around $0.159, which has supported its price since mid-2023. If Dogecoin fails to stay above this level, it could signal a weakening uptrend and threaten its potential to reach $0.3.

In 2025, cloud mining is becoming a popular option for mining Bitcoin, Dogecoin, and Litecoin due to rising electricity costs and mining difficulty. Miners are looking for transparent platforms with stable contracts and consistent payouts. Ten platforms are highlighted for their reliability and ease of use, including DeepHash, which is U.K.-registered and uses renewable energy, Bitdeer with its large global infrastructure, and NiceHash, which offers a flexible hash power marketplace. Other platforms mentioned are ECOS, StormGain, ViaBTC, Binance Cloud Mining, Hashing24, Kryptex, and Salad, each offering unique features like mobile mining, government oversight, or GPU sharing rewards. The choice of platform depends on individual goals, risk tolerance, and desired involvement level. Cloud mining allows users to earn cryptocurrency without owning mining hardware, and there are now more reputable platforms available.

The Singapore Exchange (SGX) is launching Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) perpetual futures on November 24. Perpetual futures are futures contracts without an expiration date, allowing continuous trading. This move aims to provide institutional investors with a regulated way to access cryptocurrency markets. SGX's perpetual futures will use the iEdge CoinDesk Crypto Indices as a benchmark, aligning with common institutional price discovery methods. The iEdge CoinDesk Cryptocurrency Reference Rate Indices are released daily at 4 PM SGT. Industry players like OKX and DBS Bank have expressed support for SGX's new product.

Michael Saylor's company has purchased an additional 8,178 Bitcoin. This purchase occurred despite current concerns and instability in the cryptocurrency market. The size of the purchase suggests a continued investment strategy in Bitcoin.

Strategy has increased its Bitcoin holdings with a recent purchase of 8,178 Bitcoins for approximately $835.6 million. The average price paid per Bitcoin in this transaction was about $102,171. Strategy's Bitcoin investments have yielded a 27.8% return so far in 2025. As of November 16, the company now holds a total of around 649,870 Bitcoins, acquired for nearly $48.37 billion at an average cost of roughly $74,433 per Bitcoin.

A prominent crypto trader, known for gambling on platforms like Roobet and Stake.com, has opened a large short position on XRP, betting that its price will decline. This trader is using 20x leverage, meaning that any price movement, whether up or down, will be amplified by a factor of 20. This action coincides with a generally bearish trend in the crypto market, with the trader also initiating similar short positions on Bitcoin and Zcash.

Zymeworks' stock (ZYME) experienced a significant surge of 57% following the announcement of positive Phase 3 trial results for its cancer drug, Ziihera. The trial evaluated Ziihera, in combination with chemotherapy, as a first-line treatment for HER2-positive gastroesophageal adenocarcinoma. The results demonstrated statistically improved progression-free survival compared to the standard treatment. A combination of Ziihera with Tevimbra and chemotherapy also showed improved overall survival and progression-free survival. Jazz Pharmaceuticals, which holds the rights to Ziihera, saw its stock rise by 21% in premarket trading. Jazz plans to submit a supplemental Biologics License Application in the first half of 2026, seeking approval for Ziihera as a first-line treatment. BeOne Medicines, which has commercialization rights in the Asia-Pacific region, gained 3.9%. Zymeworks is eligible for further milestone payments and royalties from its partners.

Strategy, the company with the largest corporate Bitcoin holdings, has purchased 8,178 BTC for approximately $835.6 million, averaging $102,171 per Bitcoin. This is their largest purchase since July and brings their total holdings to 649,870 BTC, worth nearly $62 billion. The purchase follows rumors that Strategy was selling its Bitcoin, which were later proven false. Company representatives stated that they had actually been buying Bitcoin during the week when its price dropped. The company has seen a year-to-date Bitcoin yield of 27.8% in 2025.

Despite a recent price drop below $100,000, Bitcoin is still being accumulated. More coins are being moved into wallets that rarely sell, indicating a continued belief in Bitcoin's long-term value. This accumulation trend has been particularly active since September, even as prices have declined. Accumulation addresses now hold a record of over 2.86 million Bitcoins. These addresses have a realized price of $79,000 per BTC. Inflows to these accumulation addresses have increased significantly, reaching over 8,000 BTC daily. Much of the trading activity is coming from newly created, short-term wallets. The most significant accumulation is occurring in wallets holding 100 to 1,000 BTC. The ongoing accumulation suggests that the Bitcoin cycle may not be over, and many holders still have confidence in its future.

Cypherpunk Technologies (CYPH) saw its stock price increase by over 300% after debuting on the Nasdaq as a cryptocurrency treasury company, a shift from its previous focus as biotech firm Leap Therapeutics. The company has invested heavily in Zcash (ZEC), a cryptocurrency focused on privacy, due to growing concerns about digital surveillance. However, this launch coincides with a downturn in the crypto market, including Bitcoin's price dropping below $100,000 and over $1 billion in crypto liquidations, creating challenges for Cypherpunk's new strategy. Zcash itself has fallen about 30% from its peak of $750, and privacy coins face increased regulatory scrutiny regarding money laundering compliance. Analysts have issued a Hold rating for CYPH shares, with a price target of $1.25, which suggests a potential 30% decrease from current levels. While Cypherpunk has acceptable debt and liquidity, its returns on assets and equity are negative, with declining revenue and net losses reported.

The Trump Organization and Dar Global are partnering to develop the Trump International Hotel Maldives, a luxury resort that will be the world's first tokenized hotel project. This means investors can buy tokens representing a stake in the hotel's development, allowing them to participate in the project from its beginning. The resort, featuring 80 high-end villas, is scheduled to open by the end of 2028. This initiative differs from past tokenization efforts by focusing on the development phase rather than completed properties. The Trump Organization is expanding its presence in the Gulf region with Dar Global, including projects like Trump Towers in Jeddah and Dubai, and collaborations on resorts and golf courses in Qatar and Oman. The tokenization of real estate is expected to grow significantly, potentially reaching a value of $4 trillion by 2035.

Ondas Holdings (ONDS) stock experienced a significant rally, increasing by 23.58% over the past week. This surge followed an upgrade from Oppenheimer, who now rates the stock as 'outperform' with a price target of $12, suggesting a potential upside of 67% from Friday's closing price. The upgrade was triggered by Ondas' strong third-quarter results, where revenue reached $10.1 million, a 582% increase compared to the previous year. This growth was attributed to strong sales of Iron Drone and Optimus systems, along with the acquisition of Apeiro Motion. The company has also raised its 2025 revenue forecast to $36 million, up from the previous $25 million, and achieved a gross margin of 26% during the quarter, with potential for further expansion in the coming years. Oppenheimer also highlighted the company's $22.2 million backlog and the growth potential in the Counter-UAS market, which is projected to increase significantly by 2027.

South Korean regulators are introducing new rules to control the high volume of trading in risky leveraged ETFs by local investors. Starting December 15, South Korean investors will need to complete an hour-long online training session before they can invest in inverse or leveraged ETFs listed in foreign markets. If investors wish to purchase derivative products in foreign markets they will also need to complete a three-hour mock-trading program. This is due to South Korean investors' high risk-taking behavior, especially in U.S.-listed tech stock ETFs. Direct investment by South Korean retail investors in U.S. ETFs and stocks has reached $28.3 billion in 2025, including $6.9 billion in October. While September saw a slight decrease in overseas ETF activity, with $9.8 billion in purchases, April was the peak month with $12.08 billion. Popular ETFs among South Korean investors include SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust, Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X SHS ETF, and Direxion Daily TSLA Bull 2X Shares. Despite a cooling trend, inverse or leveraged ETFs still account for a significant portion of their investment choices.

Cardano's price is currently experiencing a decline, extending a period of losses over the past few weeks. The price of ADA has fallen further in the last 24 hours. Data indicates that ADA's recent price movement has negatively impacted investors who expected the price to rise.

Dell Technologies stock fell over 5% in premarket trading after Morgan Stanley downgraded its rating from Overweight to Underweight, significantly lowering the price target from $144 to $110. The primary reason for the downgrade is the anticipated increase in memory costs, specifically DRAM and NAND chips, which is expected to negatively impact Dell's profit margins. Morgan Stanley has reduced its fiscal year 2027 earnings per share forecast by about 12%. This downgrade contrasts with recent positive ratings from other firms, one of which had a price target of $180 following a major contract announcement.

This week, several cryptocurrencies will release previously locked tokens into the market, which could lead to short-term price fluctuations. LayerZero (ZRO) will unlock 25.71 million tokens on November 20, valued at approximately $36.76 million; 13.42 million ZRO to strategic partners, 10.63 million ZRO to core contributors, and 1.67 million ZRO for repurchased tokens. SOON will unlock 15.21 million tokens on November 23, worth around $28.29 million; with 8.3 million tokens for NFT holders airdrop, 4.17 million for the ecosystem, 2.22 million for community incentives, and 520,830 for airdrop and liquidity. YZY, associated with Ye (Kanye West), will unlock 37.5 million tokens on November 19, valued at about $14.35 million, entirely allocated to Yeezy Investments LLC marking the project's first unlock since its token generation event in August. Other unlocks to watch include ZKsync, KAITO, and ApeCoin.

Figment has partnered with OpenTrade and Crypto.com to launch a new product that aims to provide institutional investors with approximately 15% annual returns on their stablecoin holdings. Crypto.com will act as custodian, securing the underlying SOL assets in segregated accounts for investors. This yield is generated through Solana staking rewards managed by Figment, combined with a perpetual futures strategy handled by OpenTrade to minimize price volatility. The offering, named OpenTrade Stablecoin Staking Yield Powered by Figment, is designed as a more secure alternative to traditional DeFi lending, addressing concerns about counterparty risk and smart contract vulnerabilities. Institutional clients can deposit and withdraw stablecoins via Figment, earning interest immediately without lock-up periods. Figment Europe Ltd and Apex Group also previously listed Ethereum and Solana ETPs on the SIX Swiss Exchange.

Cardano's ADA token has fallen below the $0.50 support level due to significant selling by large holders, or whales, who have sold approximately 440 million ADA in the past month. This drop indicates increased bearish pressure, with technical analysis suggesting the next support level is around $0.25 if the selling continues. While the price decline is significant, ADA is still within a falling wedge pattern, which could lead to a temporary price increase. However, short positions, bets that the price will go down, heavily outweigh long positions, bets the price will go up, creating the possibility of a short squeeze, where a price increase forces those betting against ADA to buy it back, further driving up the price. For ADA to recover, it needs to reclaim the $0.60 level; otherwise, a drop to $0.25 is possible if it falls below $0.49.

Shiba Inu (SHIB) has been added to Japan's Green List, recognizing it as a trusted cryptocurrency alongside Bitcoin and Ethereum. This means SHIB is now subject to the same regulatory compliance as other major cryptocurrencies in Japan. A proposal is in place to significantly reduce the tax on cryptocurrencies on the Green List from 55% to 20%, which could incentivize more investment in SHIB. The final approval of the tax rate and regulations is scheduled for Japan's 2026 fiscal year budget cycle. Meanwhile, the Japan Exchange Group, which runs the Tokyo Stock Exchange, is considering stricter rules for listed companies that heavily invest in cryptocurrencies, focusing on risk and governance to protect investors and shareholders.

Injective (INJ) price predictions for 2025 are being discussed due to the recent launch of its EVM mainnet in November 2025. Historically, Injective has shown a pattern of significant price corrections followed by strong rallies. After a drop to around $2.74 in October 2025, INJ has started to recover, currently trading around $6.8. This aligns with a past trend where INJ bottoms out in October and then experiences a climb. The Injective network has become the number 2 in Layer-1 code commits over the past year. Injective has also recently transitioned to its Mainnet, which is seen as a positive development for investor confidence.

Nvidia's stock price dipped slightly in premarket trading after news broke that Peter Thiel's hedge fund, Thiel Macro LLC, sold its entire stake of 537,742 shares during the third quarter, a position valued at approximately $100 million based on September 30 prices. This exit precedes Nvidia's upcoming earnings report, where analysts expect earnings of $1.23 per share on $54.83 billion in revenue. Despite this sale and a similar move by SoftBank, some Wall Street analysts remain optimistic, with D.A. Davidson maintaining a $250 price target, citing continued strong demand. Hedge fund sentiment appears mixed, with a nearly equal number increasing and decreasing their Nvidia positions in the third quarter, reflecting uncertainty about AI company valuations. The fund now holds Apple, Microsoft, and a reduced Tesla stake as its primary positions.

UBS and Ant International are working together to improve international payments using blockchain technology. The goal is to make payments faster and more efficient by digitizing bank deposits, allowing money to move across borders instantly. This partnership aims to reduce delays and costs associated with traditional international banking, while also helping businesses manage their money in different currencies more effectively.

The article identifies eight cryptocurrency exchanges that are considered the best for users in Nigeria in 2025. It focuses on providing information relevant to Nigerian crypto traders looking for platforms to buy, sell, and manage their digital assets. The article serves as a guide to navigate the crypto exchange landscape within Nigeria, highlighting platforms that are expected to be prominent in the coming year.

Solana's price has slightly decreased by 0.6% in the last 24 hours, bringing its current value to $141.10. The cryptocurrency needs to overcome a significant resistance level to potentially reverse its current downward trend. However, an oversold Relative Strength Index (RSI) suggests there might be a temporary upward price movement soon.

Bitcoin is currently trading just 9% higher than the price at which Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) acquired it. This indicates a decrease in profitability for Bitcoin, as revealed by crypto analyst JA Maartunn.

GoPlus Security has issued a warning about security vulnerabilities in x402 tokens, a new type of cryptocurrency payment protocol supported by companies like Coinbase and Google. Their report indicates that many x402 tokens have flaws like unlimited minting capabilities and excessive developer control, making them susceptible to exploits. A cross-layer x402 protocol was already exploited on October 28, resulting in the loss of USDC from over 200 wallets. Another project, Hello402, experienced unlimited minting issues and liquidity failures, causing its token price to plummet. GoPlus's AI auditing engine identified several specific x402 tokens, including FLOCK, x420, U402, MRDN, PENG, x402Token, x402b, x402MO, and H402 (Old), as high-risk due to various vulnerabilities that could lead to users losing funds.

Plug Power's stock price dropped nearly 10% to $2.25, even though their latest earnings report was better than expected. While revenue met forecasts at $177.1 million and the loss per share was less than predicted (-$0.12 vs -$0.13 expected), investors are worried about the company's very negative profit margins. Gross margin was -70.7% and net margin was -313.7%. Plug Power announced a plan to raise $275 million by selling assets and cutting costs to improve its financial situation. The stock has been volatile, falling 15.3% in the past week. Analysts have different opinions on the stock's future, with price targets ranging from $0.90 to $3.00, and are waiting for proof that the company can improve its profit margins. The company plans to give an update on its plans at a digital symposium.

Tether, the company behind the USDT stablecoin, is considering a $1.15 billion investment in Neura Robotics, a German startup. This deal would value Neura between $9.3 billion and $11.6 billion. Neura aims to produce 5 million robots by 2030 for industrial and household tasks, competing with companies like Tesla. Tether has made over $10 billion in profit in the first three quarters of 2025 and is diversifying its investments beyond stablecoins, including commodity-trade lending where they've already invested $1.5 billion. Neura previously raised nearly $140 million from investors like BlueCrest and Volvo Cars Tech Fund in January. Tether's tokenized gold product, XAUT, has seen its market cap increase 70% to over $2.1 billion in the past three months.

DeFi yield protocols, despite attracting retail users, are largely dominated by whales who control the majority of the value locked. While retail accounts for most deposits, whales, representing a small percentage of users, hold the vast majority of assets in these protocols. Specifically, 5.4% of depositors control 94.3% of the total value locked in yield protocols which collectively hold $10.28B. Lending protocols, offering similar services, hold even more liquidity at over $66B. The top depositors on platforms like Aave and Morpho hold a significant portion of the total value locked. This concentration also impacts airdrops, benefiting large entities disproportionately. Overall DeFi liquidity has decreased by about 16% recently, bringing total value locked to $125B. The initial wave of permissionless trading, DeFi has evolved, now experiencing significant presence from whales and institutions, and DeFi still has risks due to low transparency.

Dragonfly Energy (DFLI) stock price increased after the company announced its Q3 earnings, with a loss of $0.20 per share, significantly better than the expected loss of $0.71 per share. The stock price rose by 4.9% to $0.81, and trading volume more than doubled. The revenue for the quarter was $16 million, a 25.5% increase year-over-year, driven by a 44% increase in sales to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Dragonfly Energy raised $90 million through public offerings and restructured its debt. For Q4, the company expects revenue of $13 million, representing a 7% increase from the previous year.

Franklin Templeton launched its XRP ETF, ticker EZRP, on November 18th, following Canary Capitals' XRPC ETF which had $58 million in first-day trading volume. Whale activity in XRP has increased, with 716 transactions exceeding $1 million, accumulating $768 million worth of XRP in four days. XRP's price is around $2.24, down slightly, with a $135 billion market cap and decreased trading volume. Technical indicators suggest a potential price rebound. Bitwise plans to launch its own XRP ETF on November 20th, aiming to expand institutional access to XRP. Analysts note that XRP's price drop following the ETF launch mirrors Bitcoin's pattern after its ETF launch.

CoinLedger is a crypto tax software that simplifies the process of calculating and reporting crypto taxes. It offers features such as quick transaction imports from major exchanges and wallets, cost basis and capital gains calculations, and portfolio tracking. The software has a user-friendly interface and generates tax-ready reports, including Form 8949 for US users. CoinLedger supports various DeFi and NFT activities, but may require manual adjustments for niche exchanges or complex transactions. It offers different pricing plans, including a free plan with limited features and paid plans ranging from $49 to $199 per tax year based on the number of transactions. The software integrates with tax software like TurboTax and has positive user reviews for its customer support and reliability. CoinLedger is considered a legitimate option for individuals, active investors, and professional traders to manage their crypto taxes.

This week is crucial for financial markets as Nvidia releases its third-quarter earnings report and several major economic reports are published across the U.S., Japan, and Europe. Nvidia's report on Wednesday will reveal earnings and revenue figures for the July-September quarter, with analysts expecting $1.25 earnings per share on $54.83 billion revenue, a 56% increase year-over-year. Investors will closely scrutinize Nvidia's guidance for the next quarter, anticipating a forecast of $61.88 billion in revenue and any commentary on their large order backlog, particularly regarding data centers and AI. The U.S. is releasing a wave of economic data including manufacturing indices, housing data, and consumer sentiment reports. Japan is reporting on GDP, industrial production, trade figures, and inflation. Europe and the U.K. are issuing inflation data, GDP figures, producer price indices, consumer confidence readings, and retail sales numbers.

Quantum Computing Inc. (QUBT) reported a significant revenue increase in Q3 2025, reaching $0.38 million, which surpassed estimates by 284% and represents a 280% year-over-year growth. The company's loss per share matched expectations at $0.05, an improvement from the $0.06 loss in the previous year. Despite the strong revenue performance, QUBT shares have decreased by 39.4% since the beginning of 2025. Analysts are maintaining a Hold rating on the stock, projecting a $0.05 loss per share on $0.2 million revenue for Q4. The company operates within the Internet Software industry, which is currently ranked in the top 26% of Zacks industries.

Xpeng, the Chinese electric vehicle maker, reported its Q3 earnings. The company's loss per share was RMB0.16, much better than the expected loss of RMB0.57. Vehicle deliveries increased by 149.3% to 116,007 units, and revenue rose by 101.8% to RMB20.38 billion. The gross margin improved to 20.1%, and the vehicle margin reached 13.1%. However, Xpeng's forecast for Q4 revenue, between RMB21.5 billion and RMB23.0 billion, was lower than the analysts' estimate of RMB25.09 billion. As a result, the stock price fell by approximately 2% in premarket trading despite the strong Q3 results.

Japan is implementing an economic stimulus package exceeding $110 billion in response to its economy contracting 1.8% in the third quarter of 2025. This contraction ended a previous 18-month period of growth. The stimulus aims to combat rising prices and invest in technology sectors. It includes cash support, tax relief, and industry incentives. Labor shortages are costing Japan approximately $16 trillion annually. The Bank of Japan is considering raising interest rates, creating a potential divergence from the government's stimulus efforts which could weaken the yen. The stimulus coincides with global trends of increased liquidity, including US Treasury outflows and Chinese injections. Some analysts believe this increased liquidity could benefit Bitcoin as investors seek hedges against inflation.

China-Japan relations are strained following comments made by Japan's Prime Minister regarding a potential military response if Taiwan is attacked. China has responded with threats of economic consequences and strategic actions. These actions include a travel advisory warning Chinese citizens about safety risks in Japan and deploying coast guard ships to patrol disputed islands. China's Education Ministry also cautioned students about studying in Japan. These actions are expected to negatively impact Japan's tourism sector, potentially reducing its economy by an estimated 2.2 trillion yen (approximately $14.2 billion), which is about 0.36% of Japan's GDP. A Japanese Foreign Ministry official is in China to clarify the Prime Minister's comments. China has a history of using economic measures against countries that challenge its views.

A CBC report revealed that unregistered crypto-to-cash services in Canada are enabling anonymous financial transfers, bypassing anti-money laundering laws. These services facilitate cash handovers worth thousands or millions without proper identification. One instance involved a Toronto outlet handing over $1,900 in cash after verifying a $5 bill, while another exchange, Ukraine-based 001k, offered to deliver $1,000,000 in Montreal. Experts estimate over 20 such services operate in Canada, most without registration. These platforms use online channels like Telegram and offer face-to-face deals across multiple cities. Crypto analysis firm Crystal reported that Hong Kong services processed $2.5 billion in 2024, and Canada's market could mirror that due to weak enforcement. FINTRAC, the financial intelligence agency, oversees 2,600 businesses but struggles to track unregistered operators, creating loopholes for illicit activities.

Berkshire Hathaway, led by Warren Buffett, revealed a $4.9 billion investment in Alphabet (Google) as of September 30, consisting of 17.85 million shares. This news caused Alphabet's stock to increase by 5.5% in premarket trading. The investment is notable because Berkshire Hathaway has historically avoided technology stocks, with Apple being a major exception. Buffett and his partner had previously expressed regret for not investing in Google earlier. The move suggests a potential shift in Berkshire's investment strategy, as they have typically focused on more traditional sectors like banking, insurance and consumer goods. This investment also occurs amid broader concerns about spending on artificial intelligence.

Tom Lee, from BitMine Immersion Technologies, predicts Ethereum will experience a large price increase similar to Bitcoin's growth since 2017. Long-term Ethereum holders have significantly increased their holdings this year, accumulating 17 million more ETH, bringing their total to 27 million ETH. BitMine purchased $234 million worth of ETH in the past week through institutional brokers. The current price of Ethereum is around $3,150, close to the average cost basis of long-term holders at $2,900. Some critics are questioning Ethereum's advantages compared to faster blockchain networks.

Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, is defending Bitcoin as a hedge against traditional financial systems and inflation. He argues that Bitcoin, along with gold and silver, offers value outside the control of institutions like Wall Street and the Federal Reserve. Kiyosaki believes the current financial system, reliant on fiat currency, is vulnerable due to inflation and debt. He contrasts Bitcoin, which has a limited supply of 21 million coins, with fiat currencies that can be printed without limit. Kiyosaki predicts Bitcoin could reach $250,000 by 2026.