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The Best Wallet Token ($BEST) presale has raised over $17.5 million and has only two days remaining. Best Wallet aims to offer a non-custodial crypto wallet that combines security with user-friendly features, allowing users to access 330 decentralized exchanges (DEXs) and 30 bridges. The project anticipates potential returns for investors, estimating a possible 95% ROI by 2026 if the project captures at least 5% of the global crypto wallet market. The wallet will offer benefits such as reduced fees and staking rewards for $BEST holders. The presale price is currently $0.026005, and the project predicts a potential price of $0.05106175 by the end of 2026. Investors have a limited time to buy $BEST at the presale price.

Bolivia has reversed its long-standing ban on cryptocurrencies and will now allow crypto banking, beginning with the integration of stablecoins like USDT into its financial system. Banks will be permitted to offer crypto savings accounts, crypto-based credit cards, and approve loans that accept crypto payments. This means Bolivians can use stablecoins for daily transactions and savings. Banco Bisa, a major bank, is already providing services for storing and sending stablecoins, particularly for cross-border payments. The Central Bank of Bolivia lifted its ban in June 2024, and transaction volumes in the country have surged by over 500% in the last two years, indicating strong public interest. This move aligns Bolivia with other Latin American countries like Brazil and Argentina in embracing cryptocurrency innovation.

Grayscale Investments has filed an S-3 form with the SEC to convert its Zcash Trust (ZCSH) into a spot Zcash exchange-traded fund (ETF). This move follows Grayscale's efforts to convert other crypto trusts, like its Bitcoin Trust, into ETFs. If approved, this would allow investors to gain exposure to Zcash through a regulated investment vehicle that directly holds the underlying asset, instead of holding the cryptocurrency directly. The S-3 filing is a registration statement for securities offered to the public, indicating Grayscale's intent to make the Zcash ETF available for trading on a national securities exchange.

Blockchain analytics platform Bubblemaps has accused Edel Finance of 'sniping' 30% of its own EDEL tokens, worth $11 million, during the token's launch earlier in November. Bubblemaps claims that a network of around 160 wallets, funded in a coordinated manner through Binance and MEXC, accumulated the tokens and then tried to hide the activity through a maze of wallets and liquidity positions. According to Bubblemaps, the token contracts code explicitly included these secondary wallets. Edel Finance co-founder James Sherborne disputed the allegations, stating that the team acquired approximately 60% of the token supply and locked it into vesting contracts. Bubblemaps rejected this explanation, likening it to a known defense used in previous token scandals. The EDEL token, which is used in a lending protocol for tokenized stocks and real-world assets, has seen its market capitalization decline by 62% to $14.9 million in the past week and is currently trading at $0.02937.

This article discusses the potential for Dogecoin's price to reach $0.3 by December 2025. It does not definitively state that this will happen, but rather explores the possibility.

In a recent performance update of the CoinDesk 20, Bitcoin Cash (BCH) was the only cryptocurrency showing positive gains. BCH increased in value by 2.8%. All other cryptocurrencies tracked by CoinDesk 20 either remained stable or decreased in value.

Ethereum's price has slightly increased, rebounding from a support level near $2,500 and reaching approximately $2,900, with the potential to test $3,000. However, overall market conditions remain bearish, indicating a cautious outlook. To establish a bullish trend, Ethereum needs to rise above $3,500 and maintain that level; otherwise, further declines toward $2,500 or even $2,100 are possible. Open interest, a measure of futures contracts, has decreased to around $16.9 billion, reflecting reduced speculative activity and trader hesitancy. A sustained price increase coupled with rising open interest is needed to confirm a shift in market sentiment.

U.S. jobless claims were reported lower than what economists had predicted. Following this announcement, the price of Bitcoin increased.

CleanSpark, a Bitcoin mining company, announced record revenue of $766.3 million for fiscal year 2025, a 102% increase year-over-year. The company reported a net income of $364.5 million, or $1.25 per share, a significant turnaround from the previous year's net loss of $145.8 million. During the year, CleanSpark mined approximately 8,000 Bitcoins and holds over 13,000 in its treasury. The company's gross margin was 56.5% in the fourth quarter. CleanSpark ended the period with substantial assets, including $1.2 billion in Bitcoin holdings and $1 billion in working capital. The company is expanding into AI data centers, diversifying its revenue streams. CleanSpark recently raised $1.13 billion through a zero-coupon convertible note offering, using some funds to buy back shares and plans to use the remaining funds for AI development, data center growth, and to repay Bitcoin-backed debts. CleanSpark stock experienced a minor dip in pre-market trading following the earnings release.

The SEC's Investor Advisory Committee is holding a meeting on December 4th to discuss the possibility of trading tokenized versions of stocks, like Apple, on a blockchain. Nasdaq has proposed allowing these tokenized stocks to trade alongside traditional shares, under the same rules and regulations. The main point of discussion is whether tokenization can fit into the existing market system without needing special exceptions. Key questions include how to maintain shareholder rights and ensure fair trading practices in a blockchain environment. The meeting will explore different models, including 'native' tokens (where the company directly issues the token) and 'wrapper' tokens (which are more like derivatives). The goal is to determine if tokenized equities can operate under current regulations or if new rules are needed. The outcome could significantly impact how stocks are traded and regulated in the future, with a potential start date for live trading as early as the third quarter of next year if blockchain infrastructure is ready.

XRP saw significant ETF inflows, surpassing Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana with over $164 million in a single day, primarily from the launch of Grayscale and Franklin Templeton XRP ETFs. XRP's open interest is rising again, aiming for $4 billion, supported by Franklin Templeton's statement on XRP's role in global settlement. Over 73 million XRP tokens have left exchanges, indicating reduced selling pressure. A key demand zone for XRP is identified between $2.17 and $2.25, while keeping above $1.95 maintains the current setup.

Naver Financial plans to acquire Dunamu, the operator of the Upbit crypto exchange, in a stock-swap deal valued at approximately $10.3 billion. Naver Financial will issue 87.56 million new shares to Dunamu shareholders, with an exchange ratio of 2.5422618 Naver Financial shares for each Dunamu share, making Dunamu a wholly-owned subsidiary by June 30, 2026. The deal is subject to shareholder votes scheduled for May 22, 2026, and regulatory approvals, including a business combination review by the Fair Trade Commission. Shareholders who oppose the deal can exercise appraisal rights at 117,780 won per Naver Financial share between May 22 and June 11, 2026, with the deal potentially cancelled if appraisal demands exceed 1.1 trillion won. Naver aims to leverage the merger for future growth in digital assets and is reportedly preparing to launch a Korean won-backed stablecoin after the merger, aligning with South Korea's increasing support for digital asset innovation.

Story Protocol's IP token experienced a significant price drop in Q4 but is now showing signs of recovery. After falling to $2.20, the price rebounded nearly 40% to $3.25 following Bitcoin's recovery. This renewed interest is occurring at a historically significant accumulation zone. Recent developments, including the release of a technical paper on Confidential Data Rails (CDR) and the launch of prediction markets with MusicByVirtuals, have boosted positive sentiment. Data from Dune Analytics reveals strong network activity, with daily transactions and DeFi transactions increasing. However, the number of active accounts remains low, suggesting mixed sentiment among investors. The Story Protocol Foundation is actively buying back tokens, having completed over 60% of its planned buyback program, which adds support to the price. Analysts suggest a possible retest of the $4.30 level is possible, with stronger bullish continuation expected in early 2026 if the price holds its current range.

Strategy is facing a significant financial test as $120 million in preferred share dividends come due in December. The company's cash reserves were only $54 million at the end of Q3, potentially requiring them to use proceeds from Euro-denominated STRE preferred shares to cover the shortfall. The company currently holds 649,870 BTC. Strategy's strategy of leveraging Bitcoin's price increases to fund operations is under pressure due to the recent BTC downturn. A potential removal from indexes in mid-January could trigger $2.8 billion in immediate sales of MSTR shares held by passive funds, with more selling pressure to follow. The company's ability to buy more BTC is limited by its current stock price, and its break-even point for BTC is just above $74,000. Strategy may consider delaying dividend payments or issuing more STRC preferred shares to alleviate the cash burden. The company faces $700 million in annual dividend obligations while waiting for a potential Bitcoin recovery. Convertible debt maturities between 2028 and 2032 could force Strategy to sell BTC to cover obligations.

Strategy's stock price has fallen significantly this year, down nearly 60% over the last year and over 40% year-to-date. Despite this, the company's Bitcoin holdings, acquired at an average cost of $74,430 per coin, are currently in profit, trading around $86,000, representing a roughly 16% gain. The company holds 649,870 BTC, worth nearly $56 billion. Chairman Michael Saylor has affirmed his commitment to the Bitcoin strategy. Some market commentators suggest the stock's weakness is partly due to its use as a hedging tool for Bitcoin exposure, putting downward pressure on the share price. Analysts have warned that a substantial drop in Bitcoin's price could force Strategy to sell its holdings, potentially impacting both the stock and the Bitcoin market itself. Despite recent losses, over a five-year period, Strategy's shares have climbed more than 500%.

XRP's price is currently around $2.20, showing a slight increase of 1.5% over the past week. While short-term investors are accumulating XRP, long-term holders are selling off their assets. From November 23rd to 25th, long-term holders increased their selling from 54 million XRP to 84 million XRP. This selling pressure from long-term holders is a potential warning sign, as their profit levels are high, incentivizing them to cash out. XRP needs to break above $2.24 to continue its upward trend, targeting $2.58 and $2.69. However, the inflow of money from large wallets is not yet strong enough to counter the selling from long-term holders. Key support level to watch is $2.06, a breach could lead to XRP revisiting $1.81.

A new cryptocurrency project that aimed to change how stablecoins work experienced a major setback when its associated token's value plummeted by 90%. This significant price drop indicates a severe loss of investor confidence and substantial market volatility for the project.

Arthur Hayes predicts Bitcoin will find strong support around $80,000 and stay in that range until 2026, when he expects a larger bull market. He suggests investors should look at Bitcoin Layer 2 solutions, DeFi, and on-chain leverage exchanges instead of buying Bitcoin directly. Several projects are gaining traction, including Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER), a Bitcoin Layer 2 solution integrating the Solana Virtual Machine, with a presale that has raised over $28.5 million and is priced at $0.013335. Best Wallet Token ($BEST), aiming for a 40% crypto wallet market share by the end of 2026, has a presale that has raised over $17.5 million, priced at $0.026005. Hyperliquid ($HYPE) dominates decentralized perpetuals exchange volume with fast on-chain execution.

Hedera (HBAR) is showing signs of a potential turnaround after stabilizing above the $0.14-$0.145 support level. A bullish divergence has formed on the daily chart, where the price made lower lows but the RSI indicator moved in the opposite direction with higher lows, suggesting weakening selling pressure. Hedera reacted firmly at the lower trendline, indicating stronger buyer defense. The price reclaimed the $0.14 level, now acting as short-term support, with the market attempting to stabilize. Momentum indicators like the VWRSI and RSI are showing early strength, suggesting a possible transition from weakness to accumulation. Intraday, HBAR recovered modestly, reclaiming the $0.145 zone, with buyers stepping in. Volume decreased as the day progressed, indicating reduced selling pressure.

Opendoor's stock has seen a significant rebound, increasing dramatically from lows earlier in the year. The company hired a new CEO, Kaz Nejatian, formerly of Shopify, in September 2025. Nejatian plans to drastically scale the business using AI and automation, aiming for a ten-fold increase. He quickly implemented new strategies and AI tools, focusing on increasing home purchase volume and cutting costs. While initial results showed an increase in home purchases, the company's Q3 2025 performance revealed challenges, including fewer homes sold and a negative EBITDA margin compared to the previous year. The new CEO is targeting net profitability by the end of 2026 through technology improvements and expense management. Opendoor has substantial debt and expenses, but also has significant cash reserves.

Ethereum experienced a slight price decrease of 1.1% on Wednesday. Wallets holding between 10,000 and 100,000 ETH have reached an all-time high, exceeding 21 million ETH in combined balance. Holders with over 100,000 ETH have also increased their positions, reaching roughly 4.3 million ETH. Exchange reserves of ETH are declining, indicating a move towards staking or offline storage. A notable trader, previously known for successful short positions, has invested an additional $10 million into ETH long positions, bringing their total to $44.5 million, and seeing immediate gains.

Swiss digital asset bank AMINA is experimenting with Google Cloud's ledger technology to potentially enable instant payments. The bank is testing the ledger's capabilities to streamline and speed up transaction processing for digital assets. This trial suggests a move towards faster and more efficient payment systems within the cryptocurrency and digital asset space, although specific details about the scale or scope of the trial are not provided.

Franklin Templeton has announced details for its Solana ETF, which is expected to launch soon. They plan to charge a management fee of 0.19%, which is lower than competing Solana ETFs and will waive fees on the first $5 billion in assets. Despite the positive ETF news, the price of Solana is currently around $136, showing little change. Solana ETFs have already seen inflows of $621 million since launch, with Bitwise's BSOL contributing the most. Analysts suggest that if Solana breaks through the $142 resistance level, it could continue to rise; however, if it falls below the $120 support, it could drop significantly.

Shiba Inu's popularity is decreasing, leading investors to look for alternative cryptocurrencies. Many Shiba Inu holders are now turning their attention to Mutuum Finance (MUTM). Mutuum Finance is currently in Phase 6 of its presale, with 95% of the allocation already secured, and the price is $0.035, reflecting a 250% increase from Phase 1. The presale has generated $19,000,000 and attracted 18,200 holders so far. Phase 6 is almost sold out, and the price will increase to $0.04 in Phase 7. The final listing price is projected to be $0.06. Mutuum Finance plans to launch its V1 protocol on the Sepolia testnet in Q4 2025, including liquidity pools and lending/borrowing features, and HalbornSecurity is auditing the code. Mutuum Finance is also giving away $100,000 in MUTM to the community, with ten winners receiving $10,000 each.

Clean Energy Technologies (CETY) stock surged by over 120% to $2.36 following the announcement of a $10 million contract for a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in New York State. This 5MW/20MWh project, CETY's largest storage contract to date, aims to enhance grid reliability and peak-shaving capabilities, with potential expansion to 20MW/80MWh. CETY will handle all aspects of the project as the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractor. The contract boosts CETY's project backlog to over $20 million, and the company anticipates securing additional similar BESS projects in the near future, focusing on larger, higher-margin opportunities to achieve positive free cash flow and explore strategic mergers and acquisitions.

The UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is moving forward with creating crypto regulations by testing them in a controlled environment called a sandbox. The FCA has approved a company named Eunice to conduct live experiments with crypto exchanges like Coinbase, Crypto.com, and Kraken. These experiments involve testing standardized templates to see if they improve transparency in the crypto market. This approach allows the FCA to observe how crypto products behave in real-time before creating final rules, moving away from relying solely on policy discussions. The trials are linked to a discussion paper from last year and align with the FCA's plan to finalize crypto rules by 2026. The FCA has also recently made changes, such as lifting the ban on crypto exchange-traded notes for retail investors, and is considering applying traditional finance rules to crypto. The sandbox program will continue to influence the design of the next phase of UK crypto regulation, with future policy decisions expected to be based on the findings produced through these real-world tests.

OpenAI projects it will have 220 million paid ChatGPT users by 2030, a large increase from the current 35 million. This projection assumes about 8.5% of the estimated 2.6 billion weekly active users will become paying subscribers. Revenue from subscriptions and new features, like shopping assistance and ads, could reach $20 billion annually by 2025. While revenue is increasing, OpenAI is currently experiencing losses due to high research and development costs. The company generated $4.3 billion in revenue in the first half of 2025 but incurred $2.5 billion in losses. OpenAI anticipates 20% of its revenue will come from new features like shopping and advertising. Business subscriptions for ChatGPT have increased significantly, especially in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Major tech companies are investing heavily in AI, with global investments potentially reaching $4 trillion by 2030. Companies like Amazon, Alphabet, and Meta are raising billions through bond sales to fund AI infrastructure development.

Apple's stock reached an all-time high of $280, giving the company a market capitalization of $4.08 trillion, a 36% increase since early summer. Alphabet, Google's parent company, saw its stock surge 17% in November, approaching a $4 trillion market value after launching its Gemini chatbot. In contrast, Nvidia's stock fell over 15% from its peak, resulting in a $720 billion loss in market value over the past month. Meta Platforms also experienced a 15% drop since its October earnings report, following the announcement of increased capital spending for AI projects. These shifts reflect changes in the big tech landscape as companies reassess their AI investments and strategies for profitability. Other AI-related companies such as Oracle, Advanced Micro Devices, and SoftBank also experienced declines in their stock values.

Kevin Hassett is a leading candidate for the next Federal Reserve Chair under a potential Trump administration, which could lead to earlier interest rate cuts and a more favorable approach to crypto. This shift could boost demand for riskier assets like crypto. The article highlights Best Wallet Token ($BEST) as a potential beneficiary, focusing on its user-friendly design, security features (MPC), and tokenized perks. Best Wallet aims to capture 40% of the global crypto wallet market by the end of 2026. The $BEST presale has raised $17.5 million, with the token priced at $0.026005 and staking at 75%. Large transactions suggest interest from institutional investors. The Best Wallet Token presale closes soon.

The European Central Bank (ECB) has expressed concerns about the high valuations of Big Tech companies in the U.S. stock market, noting that their earnings don't fully justify their current market value. The ECB believes this imbalance, along with other factors like high government debt and trade uncertainties, could lead to sudden market selloffs. They highlight that crypto assets and stock markets are among the top short-term threats to financial stability. The ECB acknowledges this situation differs from the dot-com bubble due to Big Tech firms' established business models and revenues, but warns of potential corrections in financial markets. They are also watching France's fiscal situation and its potential impact on the Eurozone. A member of the ECB governing council warned that a sharp drop in financial markets and crypto is among the most serious near-term threats.

Filecoin's value increased by 1.8% despite a general downturn in the cryptocurrency market. The token's rise indicates it's performing better than many other cryptocurrencies currently.

Binance Wallet has introduced on-chain stock trading, allowing users to buy and sell tokenized versions of stocks directly within the app. This means users can now trade digital representations of real-world stocks, with each token's value mirroring the underlying company's market price. Trades settle instantly on the blockchain, reducing transaction times and fees compared to traditional brokers. The total market capitalization of tokenized stocks exceeded $8 billion in 2025. In addition, Binance Wallet is offering a second wave of SOON airdrop rewards on Binance Alpha, where users with at least 241 Alpha Points can claim 55 SOON tokens on a first-come, first-served basis, costing 15 Alpha Points per claim.

Deere & Company's stock fell by 5% despite exceeding expectations in its fourth-quarter earnings. The company reported earnings of $3.93 per share, surpassing the estimated $3.85, and revenue jumped 11% to $12.39 billion, significantly exceeding the expected $9.82 billion. However, the market reacted negatively to the company's forecast for fiscal year 2026, which projects net income between $4.00 billion and $4.75 billion, below analyst estimates of $5.33 billion. Full fiscal year 2025 net income dropped 29% to $5.027 billion from the prior year. The Small Agriculture & Turf division experienced a significant margin collapse, falling to 1.0% from 10.1%, attributed to tariff pressures and increased warranty costs. The company anticipates continued margin pressure from tariffs and challenges in the large agriculture sector.

Optimism's price is currently around $0.3167, showing a daily decrease of 2.49%. Market data reveals that open interest, a measure of demand in the derivatives market, is low, indicating limited buying interest. The price has been fluctuating between $0.31 and $0.33, with weak recovery momentum. Despite a slight increase of 1.87% over the past 24 hours, trading volume remains average. Technical indicators suggest a persistent downward trend, with the price struggling to move higher. Unless the price can rise above and stay above $0.37, the overall trend is expected to remain negative.

The likelihood of the Federal Reserve reducing interest rates in December has significantly increased, now standing at 85%. This development coincides with indications of recovery in the prices of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH). The increased probability of a rate cut suggests a potential shift in monetary policy, which could influence investment strategies across various markets, including the cryptocurrency sector. The recovery signs from Bitcoin and Ethereum might reflect growing investor confidence, possibly influenced by the anticipation of lower interest rates.

The Trump administration is reportedly negotiating a trade deal with Taiwan to increase U.S. semiconductor production. The plan involves Taiwanese companies, particularly TSMC, investing billions in U.S. chip plants, sending technical workers to train American employees, and transferring semiconductor manufacturing skills. This aims to reduce U.S. reliance on foreign chipmakers. Taiwan is also pushing for a reduction of its 20% tariff on U.S. exports as part of the deal. While South Korea and Japan have pledged larger investments, Taiwan's contribution emphasizes technical expertise and a science park model. Trump previously threatened a 100% tariff on imported semiconductors if companies didn't build in the U.S., which prompted Taiwan's increased cooperation. Taiwan intends to keep its most advanced chip research and design within its own borders, but aims to increase US production. China has expressed concern regarding Taiwan.

The article discusses several penny stocks that are attracting attention in the crypto and technology sectors. Bitfarms (BITF) is shifting from Bitcoin mining to AI and high-performance computing. Bit Digital (BTBT) is expanding into Ethereum staking and AI services through its WhiteFiber division, showing revenue growth. BTCS (BTCS) focuses on blockchain infrastructure and staking, with recent earnings exceeding expectations, leading to increased trading activity. Getty Images (GETY) is adapting its licensing model due to competition from free image platforms and AI-generated content. Enlivex Therapeutics (ENLV) is advancing its immune therapy trials and has secured funding for sepsis treatments. These penny stocks, priced under five dollars, offer opportunities for traders seeking volatility, but carry risks associated with smaller companies and evolving markets.

An investment firm CIO, Jeff Park, suggests Bitcoin's price movements are now tied to a two-year cycle driven by ETF flows and institutional investor behavior, rather than the traditional four-year halving cycle. He believes institutional investors, especially hedge funds, are evaluated over one- to two-year periods, and their decisions to buy or sell Bitcoin via ETFs are heavily influenced by performance targets and year-end profit and loss. Park points out that Bitcoin's price near $84,000 is close to the average cost basis of current ETF holdings. Investors who bought Bitcoin ETFs early in 2024 are significantly up, while those who bought later in 2025 are at a loss, creating different incentives to hold or sell. He concludes that if Bitcoin's price remains flat, it could lead to selling pressure from institutions aiming for a 30% return on investment, overriding the impact of the halving cycle. At the time of the report, Bitcoin was trading at $87,559.

An analyst named Cobb has presented an "origin cycle theory" which uses past data to make a positive prediction about the future price of XRP. This theory suggests that XRP's price could increase in the coming weeks, based on observed patterns from its history.

Gold prices rose to $4,166.13 per ounce due to expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in December. Weak US economic data, including stalled retail sales growth and a sharper-than-expected drop in core producer inflation, fueled these expectations. The probability of a 25 basis point rate cut at the Fed's December meeting jumped to 80.7% from 42.4% a week prior. The US dollar index decreased by 0.5%, making gold more affordable for international buyers. Other precious metals also increased, with silver approaching record levels at $52.02 per ounce and platinum gaining 0.2% to $1,559.90. Industrial metals like copper also rose, supported by supply adjustments and central bank gold buying.

Bitcoin's price may be nearing a low point, indicated by short-term investors selling their Bitcoin at a loss. This behavior, known as capitulation, has historically been a reliable sign that the market is bottoming out. The article suggests that this recent selling pressure from short-term holders could signal an upcoming price recovery for Bitcoin.

Texas has made a significant move by purchasing $5 million worth of Bitcoin for its treasury. This marks a notable investment by the state into the cryptocurrency market. This purchase could potentially signal a growing acceptance of Bitcoin as a legitimate asset class by governmental entities, and may encourage other states or public institutions to consider similar investments in the future.

Large-cap altcoins like Ethereum, Solana, and XRP are losing favor with investors as their prices have fallen below their starting levels for the year. Data shows investors are facing increasing losses on these coins. Glassnode data indicates that Ethereum, XRP, and Solana are experiencing a decline in the percentage of coins held at a profit, while realized losses, representing the USD value of coins moved at a loss, have reached levels not seen since April. This loss pressure may lead new investors to exit, potentially driving prices down further. Santiment suggests that these assets may be undervalued, indicating a potential for recovery. However, a report by Altcoin Vector states that a recovery depends on Bitcoin's price stabilizing.

The Bank of Japan (BOJ) is considering raising interest rates as early as December due to the weakening yen, which is currently trading near 156 per dollar. This shift follows concerns that the weak yen could lead to sustained inflation. A Reuters poll indicates that a small majority of economists expect a rate hike at the December 18-19 meeting, forecasting a rate of 0.75% by March. Several BOJ board members have signaled their readiness to act, with some suggesting the need to push real interest rates higher. Furthermore, the market value of the BOJ's ETF holdings reached a record 83.2 trillion yen at the end of September, including 46 trillion yen in paper gains, and the bank plans to gradually sell off its ETF holdings, starting as early as next year at a pace of 330 billion yen per year by book value.

Cathie Wood's Ark Invest purchased $25 million worth of crypto-related stocks on November 25th, focusing on Block Inc. ($13.5 million), Circle Internet Group ($7.6 million), and Coinbase stock ($3.86 million) through its various exchange-traded funds, primarily the Ark Innovation ETF (ARKK). This investment occurred during a period of price declines for these companies, with Block down 20.54%, Circle down 51%, and Coinbase down 30% over the past month. In addition to those three companies, Ark also invested smaller amounts in Bullish ($1.52 million), Robinhood Markets ($878,794), and its own Ark-21Shares spot bitcoin ETF ($2.8 million). Despite recent declines, Coinbase remains ARKK's fourth-largest holding, valued at $391 million. Ark's strategy involves buying during market downturns, aiming to capitalize on lower entry prices in digital asset companies, even with Bitcoin falling from a $126,000 high to $87,948 in six weeks.

WhiteBIT, a cryptocurrency exchange, is celebrating its seventh anniversary and announcing the creation of W Group, a larger fintech ecosystem. W Group encompasses eight companies including the WhiteBIT exchange itself, a payment solutions provider called Whitepay, a blockchain platform named Whitechain, a marketplace for trading CS2 skins called white.market, an analytical platform The Coinomist, an educational show ByHi show, a Georgian non-banking institution PayUniCard, and a digital bank HashBank. W Group aims to make finance more accessible and secure, serving 35 million users globally with a capitalization of nearly $39 billion. The WhiteBIT exchange handles $2.7 trillion in annual trading volume and its native token, WBT, has increased significantly in value. WhiteBIT is expanding globally and emphasizes security, holding high ratings and certifications. The company also hosted the first International Crypto Trading Cup and a metaverse graduation ceremony. WhiteBIT has partnered with Juventus FC and offers various products and services for both individual and institutional clients. They also launched WhiteBIT Nova debit card, which processed over $50 million in transactions in its first year. WhiteBIT is focused on building comprehensive and secure solutions for the crypto and blockchain space.

Dogecoin's price could increase by 40% if it stays above $0.15 and surpasses $0.162 and $0.171. Recently launched Dogecoin ETFs from Grayscale and Bitwise have generated attention, but initial trading volumes were lower than expected, suggesting major investors are observing before committing. A potential price dip is signaled by a hidden bearish divergence on the Relative Strength Index (RSI), needing Dogecoin to maintain its $0.15 level to prevent a fall toward $0.13 or even $0.11-$0.12. Overcoming resistance at $0.162 and $0.171 is crucial for Dogecoin to aim for $0.20, which would constitute the 40% gain. Market opinions are divided, with some analysts noting long-term bullish patterns and increased institutional interest, while others highlight the weaker-than-anticipated ETF inflow as a potential headwind.

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.

The Japanese government has approved a 17.7 trillion yen ($113 billion) stimulus package to boost its economy. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans to fund the package through existing funds, savings, and increased tax revenue, which is expected to be 77.8 trillion yen, a 12% increase from last year's forecast. The stimulus focuses on three key areas: immediate relief for households and businesses facing rising costs, long-term investments in strategic industries like shipbuilding, semiconductors, and AI, and strengthening defense and diplomatic capabilities. Households will receive 20,000 yen per child in cash, subsidies for electricity and gas bills until March 2026, and a temporary removal of the gasoline tax. This initiative comes as Japan's economy faces challenges, including a 1.8% annualized contraction in the September quarter, around 3% inflation, and a weakened yen. The government aims to avoid increasing its already high debt-to-GDP ratio of 230% and the potential for destabilizing financial markets by carefully managing its funding sources and monitoring market responses to the stimulus.

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.