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The article provides advice from economist and trader Alex Krger on how to avoid losing money in the cryptocurrency market. The main points include buying during market dips rather than chasing hype, emphasizing that historical data shows greater gains follow periods of market panic. It stresses the importance of patience, noting that long-term Bitcoin holders typically outperform short-term traders, even during downturns. The article cautions against investing in memecoins and newly issued venture capital-backed tokens due to their high volatility, security risks, and potential for scams. Data indicates significant losses from memecoin rug pulls and a large percentage of unaudited new crypto projects. Finally, the article advises avoiding FOMO (fear of missing out) driven investments, as a significant portion of retail traders have lost money due to impulsive buying. Overall, the piece advocates for a disciplined, patient approach focused on risk management rather than chasing quick profits.

Tom Lee suggests that the recent drop in Bitcoin's price is due to a temporary issue related to market maker activity. He believes this doesn't signal a fundamental shift in the market. He also states that the trend for Ethereum remains unchanged, implying its market outlook is still positive despite Bitcoin's recent downturn.

Japan is implementing a 17 trillion stimulus plan. This large injection of money into the Japanese economy is expected to have significant effects on global financial markets. The stimulus could cause shifts in where investment money flows around the world, impacting the availability of funds in different markets.

Arthur Hayes, a well-known figure in the cryptocurrency world, has recently sold off portions of his holdings in several cryptocurrencies, including Ethereum (ETH), Ethena (ENA), and Aave (AAVE). This selling activity occurred during a downturn in the crypto market. The article directly reports Hayes sold these assets; specific quantities or financial details are not provided.

Prosecutors are arguing that a judge should not acquit Roman Storm, a developer of the cryptocurrency mixing service Tornado Cash. The government's stance is that Storm should be held accountable for his role in creating and maintaining the platform, which allegedly facilitated money laundering. The prosecutors believe there is sufficient evidence to proceed with the case and reject Storm's defense arguments for acquittal. The core of the issue revolves around whether Storm's involvement in Tornado Cash constitutes criminal activity, given the platform's use by illicit actors.

Bitcoin's price has dropped below $94,000, marking its lowest level since May. This decline coincides with a period of 'extreme fear' sentiment in the cryptocurrency market, indicating widespread concern among investors.

The cryptocurrency ASTER has broken out of a falling wedge pattern, increasing over 8% today and 12% this past week. However, there are warning signs suggesting a potential pullback. Specifically, there are two momentum divergences indicated by the Relative Strength Index (RSI) and the Money Flow Index (MFI), suggesting weakening buying pressure. Furthermore, a large amount of leveraged long positions on Binance, totaling $25.86 million compared to $6.06 million in short positions, creates a risk of rapid price decline if liquidations are triggered. The article identifies $1.28 as a key price level; closing above this level would negate the bearish divergences and confirm a stronger uptrend toward $1.59. Conversely, failure to hold $1.09 could lead to a drop toward $0.99, potentially accelerating the decline due to the concentration of long liquidations at that level.

Bitcoin's price fell to approximately $93,657, experiencing its biggest drop since May. This decline is attributed to investors reducing risk before the US futures market opened and reduced expectations of a December interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve to 44%. Technical indicators also point towards a possible 'death cross,' suggesting a potential downward trend in Bitcoin's price.

South Korea and the U.S. have finalized a trade deal where South Korea will invest $350 billion in the U.S. in exchange for reduced tariffs on Korean exports, dropping from 25% to 15%. Hyundai has pledged $86 billion by 2030, focusing on areas like AI, robotics, and U.S. parts relief, with over half the money going to new technologies. They are also planning a robot factory and AI data center with Nvidia's help. Other Korean companies like Samsung, SK Group, LG, and Hanwha are also making significant investments in areas like chip production, AI, and shipbuilding. Samsung committed $310 billion, SK Group $600 billion, LG $100 billion, and Hanwha $11 billion domestically. The trade deal stipulates that investment funds must be deposited quickly and that the U.S. gets most of the profit after the initial investment is repaid.

Solana's price fluctuated between $135 and $143 today, with analysts watching a long-term trendline from 2020 to see if it will continue to support the price during pullbacks. This trendline has historically acted as a support level, attracting buyers during market corrections. The price is currently pulling back from a resistance area, leading analysts to focus on whether the trendline near the $130 level will hold. A bounce from this level could lead to a move towards the $300-$400 resistance band. If the price breaks below the trendline, it could signal a change in the existing upward trend. Traders are monitoring the daily chart for confirmation, along with broader market movements in assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum, to determine Solana's next direction.

Metaplanet, a company investing in Bitcoin, has stated it will continue its active Bitcoin acquisition strategy despite the increasing availability of Bitcoin ETFs. The company believes its approach provides unique value compared to passively holding Bitcoin through ETFs. They suggest their methods offer advantages that ETFs cannot replicate, implying a continued commitment to direct Bitcoin investment despite the potential competition from these investment funds.

Australia is pushing the U.S. to remove all tariffs after President Trump rolled back tariffs on over 200 food imports, including beef. Australia, the largest exporter of beef to the U.S. since 2024, with over A$4 billion in annual exports, wants the U.S. to eliminate tariffs on steel and aluminum as well. India is also expecting benefits from Trump's rollback on agricultural exports like tea, coffee, and spices, with an estimated $2.5 billion to $3 billion in goods now exempted. However, some analysts believe the benefits for India will be modest, with Latin American, African, and ASEAN nations potentially benefiting more. There is also confusion in India regarding whether the rollback covers 25% or 50% tariffs.

A report by Aleo highlights the growing importance of privacy in stablecoin transactions as institutional adoption increases. Currently, only a tiny fraction (0.0013%) of institutional stablecoin flows utilize privacy measures, leaving institutions vulnerable to surveillance. With nearly $1.25 trillion in stablecoin transaction volume recorded last month, the lack of privacy exposes institutions' trading strategies, liquidity patterns, and relationships to competitors, third parties, and malicious actors. This transparency allows for potential front-running and market manipulation. Aleo suggests that embracing privacy infrastructure is crucial for institutions to secure their on-chain activities, predicting a potential shift of $1 billion to $2.5 billion into private settlements as compliant privacy solutions emerge.

Tom Lee from Fundstrat believes Ethereum could follow a similar growth pattern to Bitcoin, which has increased nearly 100 times since 2017. Lee emphasizes that significant gains require enduring market downturns and volatility. He advises against using leverage due to the risk of high volatility. Bitcoin's market capitalization is approximately $1.91 trillion, while the broader cryptocurrency market is at $3.23 trillion. Fundstrat sees Ethereum entering its own growth phase, expecting volatility along the way. Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley points out that Bitcoin's $1.9 trillion market cap is small compared to global assets like equities, fixed income, real estate, and gold. He suggests even small shifts of investment from these assets into Bitcoin could greatly increase its value. Horsley also discusses Bitcoin's cyclical nature, suggesting potential selling in 2025 could lead to a strong bullish phase in 2026. Year-to-date, Bitcoin is up 2.5% in 2025.

Reports indicate that some of the earliest and largest Bitcoin holders, often called 'OG Bitcoin Whales,' are selling off portions of their Bitcoin holdings. However, the key detail is that this selling activity doesn't necessarily signal a loss of confidence in Bitcoin's long-term value. The reason for this is not specified in the document, and further research is needed to understand the reasons.

The article discusses RealFi, which refers to the integration of real-world assets and traditional finance mechanisms into the decentralized finance (DeFi) space. Charles Hoskinson, the founder of Cardano, is reportedly enthusiastic about RealFi's potential. The article does not specify financial data, market impacts, or the precise reasons for Hoskinson's excitement, it focuses on the concept of bridging traditional finance with blockchain technology.

Bitcoin is nearing a 'death cross,' a technical pattern that occurs when its 50-day moving average crosses below its 200-day moving average. This event is often interpreted as a bearish signal, indicating potential further price declines. The market is currently testing a historically significant pattern, suggesting a crucial juncture for Bitcoin's price movement.

An individual or group known for developing a Bitcoin model with a history of accurate predictions has released a forecast for the cryptocurrency market in the short term. The specific prediction involves a projected price point or market trend expected to occur soon.

ADA and XRP are experiencing price drops due to large-scale selling by wealthy investors, known as whales. Over the past month, Cardano whales sold 440 million ADA, causing its price to fall over 23%, with a 5.5% decrease on Sunday alone, bringing it below $0.48. For XRP, whales have been selling for over a month, including 200 million tokens in the last 48 hours, impacting its price, which fell 4% on Sunday and trades below $2.20. Despite the price decreases, there's a signal that ADA may be due for a rebound, and XRP saw a spike in large transactions, the highest in four months, potentially linked to the launch of a spot XRP ETF.

Between late August and early October, Donald Trump's financial disclosures revealed purchases of over $82 million in corporate and municipal bonds. The filings showed over 175 individual transactions, potentially reaching a total value of $337 million. These bonds included investments in state, city, and county debt, as well as bonds from companies in the banking, technology, and retail sectors, including Meta, Intel, Broadcom, Qualcomm, CVS Health, Home Depot, Goldman Sachs, and Morgan Stanley. Notably, Trump purchased bonds from JPMorgan around the same time he requested the Justice Department investigate the bank. A previous filing from August showed Trump had already invested over $100 million in bonds since January. Trump's June disclosure indicated he earned over $600 million from crypto, golf courses, and licensing deals. His total assets were estimated to be at least $1.6 billion.

Charles Hoskinson, a key figure in Cardano, has identified three areas he believes will significantly boost Cardano's scalability and potential. These areas are focused on improving the network's capacity to handle more transactions and users efficiently. The announcement suggests advancements are being made to allow Cardano to process higher volumes of activity, possibly leading to increased adoption and utility of the Cardano blockchain.

Tom Lee, a market analyst, has stated that Ether (ETH), the cryptocurrency associated with the Ethereum blockchain, is potentially entering a phase similar to Bitcoin's past 'supercycle,' suggesting a period of significant price increases. However, this prediction is facing criticism from other analysts and experts in the cryptocurrency market. The article highlights the differing opinions on the future performance of Ether, specifically regarding whether it will experience a substantial and sustained upward trend.

Bitcoin experienced a significant drop this week, causing the Crypto Fear & Greed Index to fall to a level indicating extreme fear among investors. This has led to debate on whether the current downturn signifies the end of the bull run or is simply a correction within a larger upward trend. Veteran market analyst Ran Neuner argues that the bull market isn't over, pointing out that past market collapses were triggered by systemic failures or a complete loss of faith in the asset class, neither of which he sees happening now. Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao advised investors not to panic, reminding them that dips are a normal part of market cycles. Despite the price drop, some analysts highlight positive factors such as governments exploring or adopting Bitcoin and institutions integrating blockchains, alongside strong global stock markets and supportive liquidity conditions. Bitcoin is currently trading at $95,301, down 6% over the past week.

The launch of Canary Capital's XRP ETF, named XRPC, saw $59 million in first-day trading volume, surpassing Bitwise's BSOL and becoming the biggest ETF launch of the year. This has led analysts to re-evaluate XRP's potential, with some suggesting a $10 price target within three to four years is now achievable. The ETF's success indicates institutional investors are viewing XRP as a payment rail rather than a speculative asset, potentially driving demand beyond speculative trading cycles. This shift is expected to benefit ecosystems built on the XRP Ledger, such as XRP Tundra, as institutional adoption increases. XRP Tundra, which operates on both the XRP Ledger and Solana, is gaining attention. Its dual-token model, separating utility and governance, is designed to appeal to institutional investors. The project emphasizes transparency through audits and KYC verification and is currently in Phase 11 of its presale.

Harvard University significantly increased its investment in BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) during the third quarter, boosting its holdings by 257% to approximately $443 million as of September 30. This makes BlackRock's IBIT the university's largest single investment among its reported holdings, positioning Harvard as the 16th-largest holder of IBIT shares. While this Bitcoin ETF stake is a small fraction of Harvard's total $57 billion endowment, it signifies growing institutional adoption of Bitcoin. However, recent market data indicates a decline in investor demand for US-based Bitcoin ETFs, with BlackRock's IBIT experiencing outflows, including a $463.1 million outflow on Friday, November 14. Despite these outflows, BlackRock's IBIT remains the largest spot Bitcoin ETF, with net assets around $74.98 billion.

Bitcoin's price dropped to $94,000 after trading near $97,000 earlier in the day, marking the second time it has tested this support level since Friday. Over the past 72 hours, approximately $1 billion worth of Bitcoin has been deposited onto crypto exchanges. These large transfers often precede sell-offs, contributing to the downward price pressure. Overall, Bitcoin has fallen by $13,000 since Tuesday. Despite positive news regarding a potential US-China trade deal by Thanksgiving, the cryptocurrency's price continues to decline, with market sentiment remaining bearish.

Arthur Hayes, former CEO of BitMEX, sold off a significant amount of his crypto holdings on November 16, including 260 ETH, 2.4 million ENA, 640,000 LDO, 1,630 AAVE, and 28,670 UNI. Prior to that, he also sold 520 ETH, 2.62 million ENA, and 132,730 ETHFI. These moves, totaling millions of dollars, coincide with a general downturn in the altcoin market where only about 5% of major altcoins are currently profitable, according to Glassnode data. Nic Carter from Castle Island Ventures suggests that the crypto market is suffering from a lack of attention, with investors shifting focus to areas like AI and quantum technology. The article emphasizes that the crypto market's future success depends on delivering real-world utility rather than relying on hype and past cycles. It suggests investors should focus on utility and demand before making decisions.

Michael Saylor has indicated that a significant Bitcoin purchase will be made tomorrow. While the exact amount of the purchase wasn't specified, the announcement suggests that MicroStrategy, or another entity associated with Saylor, is preparing to invest a substantial sum into Bitcoin. This news could potentially influence Bitcoin's price depending on the size of the purchase.

XRP's price is currently in a downtrend, facing resistance around $2.45-$2.55. A break above $2.6 could signal a bullish reversal targeting $2.8-$3.1. Failure to break this level could lead to a retest of the $2.2-$2.3 support zone. A drop below the $2.05-$2.15 support could trigger a deeper decline towards $1.75. The price is compressing, suggesting a potential large move depending on whether it breaks the descending trendline upwards or falls below the key support level.

Google's CEO Sundar Pichai responded to speculation on Polymarket, a prediction market platform, regarding the launch of Google's new language model, Gemini 3. Traders on Polymarket are estimating a 69% chance of a November 22 launch. Polymarket, valued at $9 billion after a recent $2 billion investment from Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), allows users to bet on real-world events using cryptocurrency. Google Finance will soon display data from Polymarket and Kalshi, giving users access to market-based probabilities. Pichai's response to the Gemini 3 speculation was brief, posting two thinking face emojis on X. The launch of Gemini 3 is significant for Google as it aims to compete with other AI leaders like OpenAI. There are questions about the reliability of prediction markets and their vulnerability to manipulation through large trades by influential figures.

Ethereum is currently trading within a downtrend, facing resistance from its 100-day and 200-day moving averages. The price has stabilized around the $3,000-$3,100 range, a historically significant buying area. To shift the market structure from bearish to potentially bullish, Ethereum needs to reclaim the $3,450-$3,550 level. Failure to do so could lead to a further drop towards $2,600. Overcoming the $3,450 level would open the way for recovery. There's significant liquidation interest between $3,600 and $3,900, which could attract the price upwards if momentum shifts. The market could experience short-lived drops due to thinner liquidity below the current price.

Berkshire Hathaway's latest filing revealed a new $4.9 billion position in Alphabet (Google), consisting of 17.8 million Class A shares, leading to a 3.5% surge in Alphabet's after-hours trading. This investment, made during a quarter where Alphabet's stock already increased by 37%, was likely not initiated by Warren Buffett. The filing also showed a reduction in Berkshire's Apple holdings by 15%, amounting to $10.6 billion, leaving 238 million shares valued at $64.9 billion or 21% of the portfolio and still its largest equity holding. The company also reduced its Bank of America position by 6.1%, or $1.9 billion, leaving 568 million shares worth $29.9 billion. Warren Buffett's annual Thanksgiving letter announced Greg Abel will take over writing to shareholders and handling questions at the annual meeting next year, and that Berkshire will increase gifts to the foundations run by his three children to $1.3 billion.

Recently released documents from the U.S. Oversight Committee reveal that Tether co-founder Brock Pierce and former U.S. Treasury Secretary Larry Summers discussed Bitcoin at Jeffrey Epstein's Manhattan townhouse after Epstein's 2008 conviction. The conversation, which likely took place after 2011, followed a scientific conference hosted by Epstein. During the discussion, Pierce advocated for Bitcoin, while Summers expressed interest but was concerned about potential reputational damage due to Bitcoin's volatility. Others present included PayPal co-founder Peter Thiel, who had invested in Bitcoin in 2014. While Pierce claims his interactions with Epstein were solely related to Bitcoin, emails suggest Epstein may have had a larger role in Pierce's business ventures.

Cardano (ADA) has declined about 10% in the last week but has maintained support within a bullish falling wedge pattern, suggesting buyers are actively defending against further drops. Large wallet activity, as indicated by the Chaikin Money Flow (CMF), is showing renewed inflows, which often precedes rebound attempts. The derivatives market is heavily skewed towards short positions, with $93.15 million in short exposure compared to only $24.46 million in long positions. A price increase of roughly 2% to $0.51 could trigger a short squeeze, potentially leading to a more substantial price increase. A break above the $0.64 level would signal a full breakout attempt, while a drop below $0.49 would invalidate the bullish pattern.

The crypto market is seeing a lot of activity as Q4 2025 approaches, with investors looking for projects that offer real-world use and long-term value. LivLive ($LIVE) is a new project attracting attention because it rewards users with tokens for everyday activities like walking and shopping. The project has already raised over $2.1 million in its presale, with the current price at $0.04 and an expected launch price of $0.25. LivLive is offering bonus codes, EARLY100 for a 100% bonus on investments up to $2,000 and BOOST200 for a 200% bonus on investments of $2,000 or more, for early investors. Starknet (STRK) is currently trading at $0.1555, with a market cap of $709.5 million and a daily trading volume of $307.16 million. World Liberty Financial (WLF) is trading at $0.1423, with a market cap of $3.49 billion and a daily trading volume of $223.68 million. The article suggests that LivLive's system of rewarding real-world actions with tokens could give it a strong position in the market.

Dogecoin and Shiba Inu investors are reportedly shifting funds into Ozak AI, seeking higher returns. While DOGE and SHIB had significant gains in the past, their current market sizes may limit future growth potential. Ozak AI, priced at $0.012 in its presale, is presented as an opportunity for substantial gains, potentially 80x to 100x, due to its AI prediction agents which analyze blockchain data and execute on-chain actions. Ozak AI has raised over $4.5 million in its presale, sold over 1 billion tokens, and has partnerships with Perceptron Network, HIVE, and SINTA. Analysts suggest Ozak AI could reach $1 by 2026, offering a greater return on investment compared to Dogecoin and Shiba Inu.

Harvard University significantly increased its investment in Bitcoin during the third quarter of 2025, raising its holdings in the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) to approximately $443 million. Emory University also increased its crypto investments, holding around $52 million in Grayscale's Bitcoin Mini Trust. These moves occurred even as spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced outflows exceeding $1.3 billion and Bitcoin's price dropped from about $107,000 to under $95,000. MicroStrategy confirmed it has not sold its 47,000 Bitcoin holdings. The data suggests a difference of opinion in the market, where some investors are selling off Bitcoin, while big institutions are increasing their holdings for the long term.

Cardano (ADA) and Sui (SUI) are experiencing significant sell pressure as investors shift towards newer projects. Opter, a decentralized perpetuals exchange, is gaining attention with its OPTER token priced at $0.02 in its initial presale stage. Traders are moving away from ADA and SUI due to limited short-term growth catalysts and are attracted to Opter's self-custody, transparency, and on-chain settlement features, aligning with the growing popularity of perpetual futures trading. Opter's presale allows users to directly purchase OPTER tokens or earn them through trading activity, with a total of 400 million tokens allocated for the presale. The platform's utility, presale structure, and positioning in the derivatives market contribute to its increasing momentum. As ADA and SUI weaken, Opter gains traction through its live decentralized perpetuals exchange, limited token supply, and buyback mechanisms.

Bitcoin's price is hovering around $95,076, showing little movement in the last 24 hours. An analyst, Burak Kesmeci, suggests that Bitcoin may be showing signs of a potential price rebound, citing a technical indicator called the Bitcoin fear (VIX) score. This indicator suggests a possible buying opportunity as it has been above a crucial level for the first time in 250 days. However, the analyst also cautions that this signal doesn't guarantee a price increase. He points out that if Bitcoin falls below $95,000, it could drop to $85,000 quickly. Conversely, if Bitcoin holds above $95,000, it could potentially rally towards $110,000.

Belarus is prioritizing cryptocurrency mining to reduce its dependence on the US dollar. President Lukashenko has instructed government agencies to develop plans for expanding mining operations, potentially including the creation of state-held crypto reserves if profitable. This initiative is driven by surplus electricity from the Ostrovets nuclear plant, which provides roughly 40% of the nation's electricity. Belarus is also developing a central bank digital currency (CBDC), with a phased rollout planned for late 2026, starting with businesses. This CBDC project is closely coordinated with Russia's CBDC development. While encouraging mining, the government is also working on stricter regulations for crypto platforms to prevent fraud and capital flight. The National Bank is sequencing the CBDC rollout, coordinating with regional partners, and implementing tighter reporting requirements for crypto firms.

The cryptocurrency market is experiencing a downturn with the total market capitalization dropping to $3.23 trillion. Bitcoin is at $95,381 and Ethereum is at $3,154, with most major cryptocurrencies showing weak momentum and slight price changes. Altcoins like XRP ($2.21), BNB ($933), and Solana ($139) are also struggling to maintain gains. BitMine Chairman Tom Lee believes this drop is due to financial difficulties of large market makers potentially manipulating prices to trigger liquidations. He advises against using leverage currently, but anticipates stability and recovery within six to eight weeks.

Following the launch of an XRP ETF, Canary Capital CEO Steven McClurg stated that XRP shouldn't be compared directly to Bitcoin or Ethereum. He emphasizes XRP Ledger's purpose as a global financial network for fast and low-cost money transfers, addressing high fees (8%-15%) impacting remittances for foreign workers. McClurg acknowledges debates around XRP's centralization, responding that some centralization can offer user-friendliness, especially for users sending smaller amounts of money. While recognizing the growth of stablecoins, he highlights network fees and congestion issues on some blockchains. Ripple has introduced RLUSD, a stablecoin on the XRP Ledger, designed for faster and cheaper transactions. McClurg concludes that XRP's value lies in its utility for safe, quick, and affordable global money movement.

Zcash (ZEC) has experienced a price increase, outperforming much of the crypto market recently. The article suggests that if Zcash's price breaks above the $748 level, it could potentially rise to $1,010 or even $1,332, aligning with Fibonacci zones and its three-month upward trend. This breakout needs confirmation through increased buying volume, as indicated by the On-Balance Volume (OBV) indicator breaking a descending trendline, and strong inflows from larger holders, as signaled by the Chaikin Money Flow (CMF) exceeding 0.14. Conversely, a drop below $488 would weaken the bullish outlook and could lead to a price decline toward $421.

The cryptocurrency market is currently experiencing a downturn, contrasting with the upward trend of US equities. Bitcoin's recent performance has been weak, failing to sustain rebounds and trading around $95,000, a six-month low. According to a report by Bybit and Block Scholes, this decline began in early October and led to significant liquidations, resulting in continued low open interest, signaling investor caution. While traditional markets rallied after the end of the government shutdown, cryptocurrencies struggle to regain confidence. Altcoins also show weakness, remaining below previous levels. Derivatives trading reflects this caution, with high volatility and strong demand for put options. Funding rates are mixed for large-cap assets and mostly negative for altcoins, suggesting participants are hesitant to take on new long positions.

The crypto community is debating whether to sell XRP and buy Zcash (ZEC). XRP holders are expressing frustration with slow price movement, despite real-world progress. Zcash has gained renewed interest after former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes suggested it could be significantly undervalued due to its strong privacy features. XRP is known for its focus on global payments and connections with banks, offering more stability but slower potential growth. Zcash prioritizes user privacy, has a smaller community, and experiences more price volatility, offering potentially higher gains but also greater risk. The decision to switch depends on an investor's risk tolerance and investment goals. Some prefer XRP's stability and focus on real-world applications, while others are drawn to Zcash's potential for higher returns driven by increasing demand for privacy.

Bitcoin's price slightly increased by 0.04% to around $95,648, while Ethereum saw a small gain of 0.16%, hovering near $3,168. Robert Kiyosaki, the author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, stated he would not sell his Bitcoin or gold, despite market declines, attributing market crashes to a global cash shortage. He anticipates governments resorting to heavy money creation and plans to buy more Bitcoin after the crash, emphasizing its limited supply. Bitcoin has fallen below its short-term trend line and the 200-day moving average, potentially signaling further price drops. Ethereum is down 18.5% over the past month and 5.2% this week, with on-chain data indicating reduced profit-taking. The Ethereum market is split between caution and conviction, with its short-term trend pointing downwards and a potential drop to the $3,105-$3,110 support zone.

Bitcoin, now worth over $2 trillion, faces a challenge in attracting Gen-Z, who may not connect with its original anti-establishment narrative due to their different economic realities and preferences for community-driven tokens and projects. The article highlights that while Bitcoin has gained institutional acceptance, it needs to revitalize its message and emphasize its utility, such as privacy, self-custody, and censorship resistance, to resonate with younger users. Ownership of crypto among Gen-Z is growing, but Bitcoin's audience skews older, wealthier, and mostly male. The article suggests focusing on Bitcoin's utility, such as its role in international remittances, and refreshing its narrative to highlight its human utility beyond just being a store of value.

The newly launched Canary Capital XRP ETF (XRPC) experienced significant trading volume on its first day, reaching over $57 million. This debut surpassed the previous record held by the Bitwise Solana ETF for the highest first-day trading volume among spot crypto ETFs this year. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is expected to expedite decisions on pending XRP ETF applications, potentially leading to more XRP ETFs entering the market soon. Several firms, including Canary Capital, Franklin Templeton, ProShares, 21Shares, and Bitwise, have XRP ETF applications awaiting SEC approval. Despite positive ETF developments, XRP's price has recently decreased, and it remains to be seen whether ETF approvals will trigger a substantial price recovery, as Solana's experience shows that ETF inflows may not always offset broader market pressures.

Changpeng Zhao's lawyer is disputing claims that his presidential pardon from Donald Trump was obtained through corrupt means. The pardon, granted after Zhao pleaded guilty to anti-money laundering violations and paid $50 million, has drawn criticism from Democratic lawmakers who allege a link between Binance's business dealings with Trump's family crypto venture and the pardon. The lawyer argues the prosecution was unwarranted and refutes claims that Binance's involvement with World Liberty Financial's USD1 stablecoin and a $2 billion investment were evidence of a quid pro quo. Democratic senators have demanded an investigation into the pardon, raising concerns about its impact on future white-collar prosecutions, and a representative plans to introduce legislation restricting elected officials' cryptocurrency involvement. Trump claims he doesn't know Zhao but characterized the prosecution as politically motivated. Zhao has expressed gratitude for the pardon, and Binance is exploring re-entering the US market.

The Scaramucci family, led by Anthony and AJ Scaramucci, invested over $100 million into American Bitcoin, a Bitcoin mining company co-founded by Eric Trump and backed by Donald Trump Jr. This investment occurred despite Anthony Scaramucci's past political disagreements with Donald Trump. Solari Capital, founded by AJ Scaramucci, led a $220 million funding round for American Bitcoin prior to it becoming public through a reverse merger. Other investors include Tony Robbins and Charles Hoskinson. American Bitcoin's strategy involves both mining Bitcoin and purchasing it on the open market. As of early November 2025, American Bitcoin holds 4,004 BTC, valued at approximately $415 million, ranking it as the 25th largest corporate Bitcoin holder. This investment comes at a time when the Bitcoin mining industry faces challenges due to declining profitability, with some miners shifting towards artificial intelligence infrastructure.

Foreign investors have significantly increased their investments in Chinese stocks and Hong Kong equities, reaching $50.6 billion between January and October 2025, a substantial increase from $11.4 billion during the same period last year. This renewed interest is driven by attractive valuations in sectors like artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and next-generation technology, particularly in Hong Kong's IPO market. The Chinese government has also facilitated this inflow by easing regulations and increasing quotas for foreign investors, while Hong Kong is improving its regulatory clarity. However, much of the investment comes from passive investment vehicles like ETFs, as active fund managers remain cautious due to concerns about China's economy, regulations, and demographics. Despite the increased investment, analysts warn of risks, including weak property demand, deflationary pressures, regulatory uncertainties, and geopolitical tensions. Domestic investors, particularly retail investors, also play a major role in China's stock market, supported by significant excess savings and a shift from low bond yields to equities. Institutional investors are expected to further increase their equity holdings in the long term.

Litecoin's price increased by over 10% in the last 24 hours, and roughly 5.89% over the last week, reaching around $105.45. Trading volume also jumped by 14.4% to $1.34 billion, pushing Litecoin's market capitalization to $8.06 billion. Litecoin is currently consolidating within a range on the weekly chart, with potential support around $88. A symmetrical triangle pattern suggests a possible future breakout, with a long-term price target potentially reaching $636.

South Korean cryptocurrency exchanges like Upbit and Bithumb are experiencing decreased profits due to a decline in trading activity. This follows a profitable third quarter driven by rising crypto prices. Upbit's operating profits in the third quarter were 235.3 billion won, up 180% year-over-year, while Bithumb's increased eightfold to 70.1 billion won. However, Bitcoin's price has fallen significantly, and overall trading volumes on Upbit and Bithumb have dropped to their lowest levels this year, averaging $1.88 billion daily from November 1st. Because trading fees make up most of their revenue, the exchanges are trying to attract investors by listing new digital assets; the top five exchanges listed 391 tokens so far this year, a 47% increase from last year. Industry experts say that exchanges need to diversify their revenue streams to avoid being so heavily impacted by market volatility, and regulatory changes are needed to allow for business diversification.

Eric Trump predicts Bitcoin will surpass gold as the superior asset, citing its fixed supply and increasing institutional adoption. He envisions Bitcoin reaching $1 million per coin, emphasizing its faster and cheaper value transfer capabilities compared to gold. Trump frames Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation, corruption, and poor monetary policy, contributing to its global popularity. American Bitcoin (ABTC), co-founded by Eric and Donald Trump Jr., has rapidly grown after merging with Gryphon Digital Mining, becoming a significant public holder of Bitcoin in the US, benefiting from low energy costs in West Texas. However, analysts caution about the volatility of crypto markets impacting mining firms' earnings and asset values, as well as potential conflicts of interest due to executives benefiting from Bitcoin's rise. While Bitcoin has existed since 2009, its rapid price fluctuations differ from gold's centuries-long history as a store of value. Ultimately, the market will determine whether capital shifts from gold to Bitcoin as Eric Trump forecasts.

OKX CEO Star Xu is offering 10 Bitcoin, worth approximately $954,320, to anyone who can prove the existence of a backdoor in the OKX DeFi wallet. This challenge comes after an online claim by an employee of hardware wallet firm OneKey who alleged the wallet has a backdoor that could allow private keys to be stolen. The CEO has publicly invited scrutiny from the crypto community, emphasizing the company's commitment to security and transparency. In related news, OKX has launched a decentralized exchange (DEX) trading feature within its mobile app, allowing users to trade tokens on Solana, Base, and the X Layer network. OKX, which ranks as the fifth-largest crypto exchange, aims to provide a seamless trading experience by integrating centralized and decentralized finance through its CeDeFi program, boasting 60 million users and over 5 million DeFi wallet users.

Steak n Shake is implementing a Bitcoin-related strategy that is expected to drive faster sales growth in the third quarter. The specifics of the Bitcoin strategy are not detailed in this summary, but the core takeaway is its anticipated positive impact on the restaurant chain's revenue during this period.

XRP's price is currently $2.24, a slight decrease of 0.70% over the last 24 hours, maintaining its position as the fourth-largest cryptocurrency with a market capitalization of $134.7 billion. The SEC is considering accelerating approvals for crypto ETFs, potentially including one for XRP by Bitwise. However, some traditional financial institutions are reducing their holdings of large-cap altcoins like XRP, favoring Bitcoin, Solana, and AI-related tokens. XRP's price is currently in a symmetrical triangle pattern and needs to break above $2.33 to move higher, while falling below $2.19 could lead to further decline. Separately, a project called Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) is developing on Solana to bring faster smart contract capabilities to Bitcoin, with a presale already exceeding $27 million.

While the cryptocurrency market, including Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana, has generally experienced losses this week, Pi Network's PI token has surprisingly increased in value by 5%. Analysts suggest PI has established a support level around $0.20-$0.22, potentially leading to a rise to $0.29. AI analysis indicates possible resistance at $0.25 and then $0.30, with a potential surge to $0.35-$0.38 if the latter is surpassed. However, a bearish scenario exists where PI could fall below $0.20, with major support at $0.18. Experts cite positive updates within the Pi Network ecosystem as a factor in maintaining investor confidence. The most anticipated scenario expects PI to consolidate between $0.21 and $0.25, with a rise to $0.30-$0.35 depending on network news, and a dip to $0.18 if market conditions worsen.

Samsung Electronics is planning a new chip production line in Pyeongtaek, South Korea, aiming for mass production by 2028 to meet increasing AI-driven demand. This decision follows a 32.5% increase in their operating profit for the third quarter, driven by high demand for memory chips. The company's revenue also increased by almost 9% to approximately $60.4 billion during the same period, thanks to semiconductor and mobile phone sales. Samsung's operating profit reached $8.6 billion last quarter, a 160% increase from the previous quarter. Samsung also mentioned that its HBM3E chips are in mass production and are being sold, and samples of HBM4 are being sent to key customers. Samsung has increased prices for certain memory chips by up to 60% due to short supply and high demand for AI data centers, impacting prices for 32GB DDR5 modules which rose from $149 to $239 between September and November. Similar increases of around 50% and 30% were applied to other memory chips.

An initial $10,000 investment in BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) at its launch on January 5, 2024, would be worth $19,870 today. This represents a 98.7% gain, outperforming the S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, and even gold. The ETF experienced a peak in September where the initial $10,000 investment grew to approximately $25,000, reflecting a 150% return. However, a subsequent Bitcoin price drop reduced those gains. Despite this volatility and drawdown of roughly $6,000 from the peak, IBIT has still delivered returns outpacing major market benchmarks since its inception, largely due to Bitcoin's unique characteristics as a scarce, non-sovereign asset. The ETF's success has been supported by infrastructure developments such as spot ETF approval, BlackRock's brand, and a benchmark for auditing, transforming Bitcoin into a more accessible asset for institutions.

Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the founder of Binance, received a pardon from former US President Donald Trump, which his lawyer says was the result of a standard review process involving the Justice Department and White House lawyers, not a single phone call. The lawyer, Teresa Goody Guilln, explained that CZ's application went through several government offices, including the Justice Department's pardon attorney and the White House Counsel's Office. Goody argued that CZ's case was a regulatory matter concerning Binance's anti-money laundering compliance, not a criminal case with victims, and that he was wrongly prosecuted. She also addressed rumors of favor-trading related to the pardon, dismissing claims of business ties between Binance, Trump-linked ventures, and the stablecoin USD1 influencing the decision, stating they were based on false information. Despite the pardon, CZ will not return to run Binance, which remains under government oversight and faces restrictions from US agencies, even without US customers.

Japan's Finance Minister announced that the upcoming government stimulus package will exceed 17 trillion yen (over $110 billion), clarifying previous reports suggesting a spending cap. This aggressive fiscal response, championed by Prime Minister Takaichi, aims to combat rising living costs and invest in technologies like AI and semiconductors. However, Japan is facing a severe labor shortage, costing businesses an estimated 16 trillion yen ($104.33 billion) annually, equivalent to 2.6% of the country's GDP. This shortage is particularly impacting service industries like hotels and elderly care, hindering economic growth and leading to business closures. A study found that 2.5% of companies are in a 'danger zone' due to these shortages, facing potential failure. Companies are delaying investments due to increased labor costs, with large firms failing to follow through on 1.9 trillion yen of planned investments in fiscal year 2024. The government is considering loosening overtime rules to address the labor shortage, but analysts emphasize the need for improved training, smarter tools, and productivity upgrades, in addition to increased spending.

The cryptocurrency XRP experienced a price drop along with the broader market, though its losses were somewhat cushioned by the launch of a spot XRP ETF. ChatGPT predicts that the ETF could help stabilize XRP's price, establishing a short-term floor around $2.10 to $2.20 if it attracts significant investment. Resistance levels for XRP are identified at $2.35-$2.40, $2.50, and $2.70-$2.80, while a support level exists at $2.00. ChatGPT's projections for the next week include a bullish scenario with a peak at $2.70, a bearish scenario with a drop to $1.90, and a base case of consolidation between $2.15 and $2.45. The near-term performance of XRP will likely depend on investor demand for the new ETF and overall market conditions, with the potential for consolidation above $2.20 if conditions remain steady.

Ethereum's price is currently around $3,160 and is at a crucial point. It's stuck in a pattern where it's been struggling to move higher since August. The price needs to break above $3,653 to change the current negative trend. If it fails to hold above $3,060, it could drop further to $2,632 or even $2,192. Successfully breaking above $3,653 would signal a potential rise towards $4,242. Additionally, a project called Bitcoin Hyper is mentioned, aiming to bring faster transactions and smart contracts to Bitcoin using Solana's technology. Its presale has already raised over $27 million, with tokens priced at $0.013265.

The cryptocurrency Chainlink (LINK) recently fell below a key support level of $16, causing concern among traders who had expected it to hold. Despite this, some indicators suggest that investors are accumulating LINK, meaning they are buying and holding it rather than selling. Specifically, the amount of LINK held on exchanges is decreasing, indicating that people are moving their LINK to personal wallets. Additionally, data from futures markets shows that buyers are aggressively entering the market and experienced traders are betting on a price increase. LINK is currently trading within a descending channel, and a break above the channel's midpoint, specifically above $16.64, could signal a move towards $19.13 or even higher. However, failure to break above this level could lead to further price declines. Overall, the market is showing mixed signals, with potential for both a rebound and further losses.

The surge in gold prices to over $4,000 an ounce has fueled a surge in illegal gold mining in South Africa, specifically around the abandoned Durban Deep mine. Thousands of miners, including many from neighboring countries, risk their lives in dangerous conditions to extract gold from old mine waste and tunnels. The illegal mining is driven by poverty and high unemployment. Experts estimate that South Africa may lose up to 51 tons of gold a year through illegal mining, much of which is believed to be exported to the UAE, despite no direct legal gold trade between the two countries. The illegal mining operations cause environmental damage, strain infrastructure, and often involve conflicts between rival groups and clashes with authorities. Workers earn roughly 7,000 rand a month.

Bitcoin's price has been declining since October, but recent indicators suggest a potential recovery. The short-term holder MVRV ratio has fallen to a level where price rebounds have previously occurred. Bitcoin may be oversold based on its Puell Multiple, which has dropped to 0.92. Long-term holders have been contributing to the selling pressure, so a recovery depends on them reducing outflows. Despite signals of a possible bottom, further declines are still possible, with key support levels around $84,000 and $75,000. Whale demand has cooled, and Bitcoin ETFs have seen outflows of $492 million, indicating a lack of confidence in a strong rebound. The market is currently experiencing extreme fear, similar to levels seen in February 2023, which previously led to a limited price bounce.

Hollywood actors and filmmakers are increasingly concerned about the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and its potential impact on their industry. The emergence of AI tools capable of generating realistic video and the rise of digital actors are raising questions about the future of creative roles. Some industry professionals believe AI could democratize filmmaking, enabling smaller studios to produce higher-quality projects with limited budgets, potentially turning a non-starter $80 million animated feature into a viable $10 million project. However, concerns exist about the ethical implications and potential copyright infringement associated with AI's use of unlicensed data. Legal safeguards are emerging, with disclosure clauses related to AI usage appearing in representation agreements. Industry experts emphasize the need to address intellectual property protection, warning that the unregulated use of copyrighted material could threaten the foundation of the entertainment business.

This week in Asian crypto news, several key developments emerged. The Japanese stock exchange (JPX) is considering implementing stricter rules for companies that hold large amounts of cryptocurrencies, particularly Bitcoin. These rules may include new audits or restrictions on backdoor listings, where companies go public by merging with already listed firms, especially if they suddenly focus on crypto. This is in response to significant market downturns that have caused losses for retail investors. Tether assisted Thai authorities and the US Secret Service in a joint operation that led to the arrest of 73 individuals involved in a large-scale crypto scam in Southeast Asia. This operation also resulted in the recovery of $12 million in stablecoins. Taiwan is exploring the possibility of adding Bitcoin to its national reserves, with the central bank and Executive Yuan agreeing to study the idea. This could potentially make Taiwan one of the first countries in Southeast Asia to hold Bitcoin as part of its reserves, starting with seized Bitcoin worth nearly $300 million.

Michael Burry, known for predicting the 2008 financial crisis, closed his hedge fund, Scion Asset Management, after expressing concerns about the current market. This followed Scion acquiring $912 million in put options against Palantir, which led to Palantir's CEO criticizing short sellers like Burry. Palantir's stock dropped almost 8% despite reporting strong earnings. Burry stated his investment valuations are misaligned with the market and suggested some technology companies are artificially boosting earnings. He previously gained fame from the movie The Big Short and had a large following on X, where he shared cryptic market views. He is known for his contrarian investment style and has closed his fund once before.

US Bitcoin ETFs experienced significant outflows, totaling over $1.1 billion for the week. On Friday, November 14th, the ETFs saw a daily net outflow of over $492 million, marking the third consecutive day of negative outflows. BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) led the outflows with over $463.1 million withdrawn, followed by Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) with $25.09 million. Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC) and WisdomTree Bitcoin Trust (BTCW) also recorded negative outflows. Grayscale's Bitcoin Mini Trust (BTC) was the only ETF with a capital influx, adding $4.17 million. This performance coincided with Bitcoin's price struggling below $100,000, currently hovering around $95,500, down nearly 7% in the past week.

Tron (TRX) is currently trading around $0.2912, showing very little price movement recently. Its 24-hour trading volume is about $1.09 billion, and its market capitalization is $27.57 billion. Relay has integrated TRON into its multichain network, allowing users to swap directly into USDT on TRON through Relay's app or API, aiming for smoother cross-chain transfers. Support for TRX-native assets is planned. Technically, TRX is near $0.2925, close to the lower Bollinger band, with buying support around $0.28. If TRX stays above $0.28, it might rebound towards $0.30, and potentially $0.323. Holding above $0.30 could lead to targets between $0.34 and $0.36.

Bitcoin (BTC) experienced a price correction, falling to a low of $94,000 before recovering to around $96,000 over the weekend. While most large cryptocurrencies saw slight gains, Zcash (ZEC) continued its upward trend, surpassing $700 with a double-digit percentage increase. Dash (DASH) also saw significant gains, rising approximately 16% and re-entering the top 100 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization. Aster (ASTER) also experienced a double-digit increase, rising by 12% to $1.26. The overall cryptocurrency market capitalization has increased by $60 billion to $3.370 trillion.

The cryptocurrency Ethereum is currently trading near the $3,000 price level, and the article discusses whether buyers will be able to maintain this price. The main focus is on the $3,000 mark as a key support level for Ethereum's price, indicating its importance for potential future price movements.

Bitcoin's price is around $96,466, facing concerns about potential liquidity issues. The average purchase price of Bitcoin held in spot ETFs is about $90,146, with overall unrealized profits shrinking to roughly 4.7%. Jim Bianco suggests that if ETF investors start selling, liquidity might decrease quickly. Bitcoin's year-to-date performance is only up 2.6%, while Ethereum is down 3.7%. A single trading session saw almost $870 million in net outflows from ETFs. Despite this, some, like Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley and Michael Saylor, remain optimistic about Bitcoin's long-term prospects. Technically, Bitcoin is trying to stabilize above $94,500-$92,000, but it needs to reclaim $103,000 to shift momentum upwards. Additionally, a project called Bitcoin Hyper aims to bring faster, cheaper transactions to the Bitcoin ecosystem using Solana technology, with its presale already exceeding $27 million.

Indian police have arrested 21 individuals in Bengaluru for allegedly running a scam that impersonated Microsoft support. The group targeted United States citizens, falsely claiming Federal Trade Commission violations and demanding money for bogus security fixes. Authorities believe the scammers operated from a rented 4,500 sq ft office space since August 2025 and have potentially stolen millions of dollars in digital assets. The police acted on a tip-off, raiding the office and seizing laptops, hard drives, and mobile phones. The investigation is ongoing to identify more individuals involved and track the financial flows. Police are urging the public to be cautious of such scams and report any suspicious activity.

The cryptocurrency LivLive ($LIVE) is being promoted as a potential competitor to XRP for investment in 2025. LivLive is a presale project where users earn tokens by completing real-world activities using AR and wearable technology. The $LIVE token presale price is $0.02, with a target listing price of $0.20 and has already raised over $2.1 million. Early investors had the opportunity to significantly increase their token holdings through a limited-time bonus. XRP recently experienced a price decrease of around 3% following its first U.S. spot ETF, but continues to have institutional interest due to its cross-border payment utility. LivLive aims to differentiate itself from XRP through its integration of lifestyle, wearable tech, and gamified rewards.

Anthony Scaramucci, a prominent figure in the financial world, is leading a significant investment into American Bitcoin, a cryptocurrency venture. This venture has ties to the Trump family, although the specific nature and extent of those ties were not detailed in the short article. The investment signals increased interest from established financial figures in the cryptocurrency market, particularly in ventures that align with or are associated with recognizable brands or figures.

Large Cardano (ADA) holders, known as whales, have sold off over 4 million ADA in the past week, potentially leading to increased selling pressure and price volatility. This selling coincides with ADA's price struggling to maintain momentum above $0.582 after showing strength in October. Cardano's total value locked (TVL) has also decreased by 47% in the last three months, settling around $240 million. Founder Charles Hoskinson attributes this TVL drop to slower DeFi engagement and liquidity issues rather than technical problems. Despite updates to functionality and developer activity, Cardano's DeFi adoption lags behind other major blockchains like Ethereum, Solana, and Avalanche.

Former Federal Reserve governor Adriana Kugler resigned from her position after allegedly violating Fed trading rules. An ethics report revealed she and her husband made trades in individual stocks like Apple, Southwest Airlines, Caterpillar, and Cava Group, and bought securities during blackout periods around FOMC meetings, when interest rate decisions are made. She reportedly asked Chair Jerome Powell for a waiver to handle disallowed assets, which was denied. Kugler attributed some trades to her husband, claiming he made them without her knowledge and without intending to break any rules. She received over $41,000 in pro bono legal help and has returned to Georgetown University. The Fed implemented stricter trading rules in 2022 after similar controversies involving other officials. Her resignation allows President Trump to appoint Stephen Miran to her position.

Pi Coin is showing unusual positive movement, with its price up over the last day, week, and month, a rarity considering it's down almost 40% over the last three months. The coin recently broke out of a symmetrical triangle pattern and is testing a key level around $0.229. A close above this price point could signal further gains. The Chaikin Money Flow, which indicates money moving into the asset, has turned positive. The On-Balance Volume, tracking buying and selling volume, is showing signs of retail buyers joining in. If the price breaks above $0.229, it could move towards $0.236 and then $0.252. However, if it falls below $0.215, it could drop towards $0.208.

Iran is actively exploring the use of cryptocurrencies to circumvent sanctions imposed by the United States and the United Nations. Iranian government officials are encouraging BRICS countries, including India, to accept digital assets in trade settlements. This initiative follows renewed international sanctions on Iran due to its uranium enrichment activities and restricted access for International Atomic Energy Agency officials. Iran's interest in crypto stems from being cut off from the SWIFT payment system. The Speaker of the Iranian Parliament emphasized the potential of cryptocurrencies to facilitate independent trade and aims for Iran to become a blockchain technology hub, attracting investment in digital currencies. While the government supports this move, the private sector has concerns about the lack of clear crypto regulations, with the central bank being the sole regulator and having imposed restrictions, including blocking conversion gateways between the Iranian rial and digital assets. Despite allowing crypto mining, its regulation remains a concern for policymakers.

Solana is currently leading in decentralized exchange (DEX) trading volume, surpassing Ethereum and Binance Smart Chain (BSC). Solana's DEX volume reached $3.288 billion, exceeding BSC's $3.017 billion and Ethereum's $3.007 billion. This surge is attributed to Solana's faster transaction speeds and lower fees compared to other blockchains. Traders are shifting towards Solana because of its efficiency and smoother trading experience. If this trend continues, Solana's position in on-chain trading could become even stronger.

Dogecoin's price has increased by 0.92% in the last 24 hours, reaching $0.1635. Its market capitalization also rose slightly, to $24.83 billion. However, the trading volume for Dogecoin decreased significantly, dropping by 58.55% to $1.04 billion. The price has fluctuated between $0.1609 and $0.164, showing a recovering trend after an initial dip. Historically, Dogecoin has followed a pattern of relatively stable periods followed by significant price surges. Analysts point to these historical cycles as a potential indicator that Dogecoin may experience a similar upward trend in the future.

Robert Kiyosaki, the author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, is advising investors not to sell their Bitcoin and Ethereum, even though prices have recently declined. Bitcoin fell as low as $94,000 this week, and Ethereum also experienced a price drop, falling to $3,088. Kiyosaki believes the current market downturn is part of a larger financial issue where people need cash, causing them to sell assets, and anticipates governments will print more money, devaluing fiat currencies. Because of this, he thinks assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum will become more valuable in the long run. Bitcoin's price is currently below $96,000, with a significant decrease in trading volume, while Ethereum is around $3,100, having fallen approximately 6% over the past week and 19% over the past month.

This week in African crypto news, Discovery Bank in South Africa is partnering with the crypto exchange Luno to allow Discovery Bank customers to trade crypto directly through their banking app starting in December. In Nigeria, the crypto exchange Obiex reports achieving profitability by focusing on retail customers after a period of bootstrapping. In Ghana, brokerage firm GFX is collaborating with Singapore-based Libeara to tokenize government bonds, aiming to make them more accessible to the public. This partnership is happening as Ghana's Central Bank is preparing new regulations for tokenization.

A recent report highlights the increasing use of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and USDT in Chinese money laundering operations to bypass capital controls. These networks are now also facilitating money laundering for Western criminal groups, including those involved in the fentanyl supply chain. Drug money from the US is converted to crypto and sent to offshore accounts for Chinese clients, and some Chinese chemical sellers involved in fentanyl production directly accept crypto payments. Investor losses to crypto-related crime exceeded $2.3 billion in 2025 and pig-butchering scams drained $4 billion in 2024. The report emphasizes that this crypto-enabled laundering is a global problem that requires international cooperation. Europol recently dismantled a crime ring that created 49 million fake online accounts, including those on crypto platforms, used for money laundering and other scams.

Steak n Shake, an American fast-food chain that accepts Bitcoin, is expanding its business to El Salvador, the first country to make Bitcoin legal tender. The company credits its Bitcoin integration for an 11% increase in sales during the second quarter and a 15% increase in the third quarter. Previously, the chain briefly considered accepting Ether payments, but quickly reversed course after backlash from Bitcoin supporters. Steak n Shake is also launching a Bitcoin treasury to hold all Bitcoin received from customer payments and will donate 210 satoshis (small units of Bitcoin) for every Bitcoin Meal sold to support Bitcoin development. Furthermore, it is partnering with the Bitcoin rewards app Fold, offering customers $5 in Bitcoin when they purchase a Bitcoin Meal or Bitcoin Steakburger at any of their 400 US locations.

The article identifies BlockchainFX (BFX), Aster (ASTER), Ethereum (ETH), TRON (TRX), and Chainlink (LINK) as top cryptocurrencies. BlockchainFX is highlighted due to securing a trading license from the Anjouan Offshore Finance Authority (AOFA) before its official launch. BlockchainFX has raised $11.17M from over 17,800 investors and is approaching its $12M soft cap, with the presale price at $0.030 and a planned launch price of $0.05. The platform allows trading of various assets, including crypto, stocks, and forex. A bonus code, LICENSE50, offers a 50% increase in tokens until November 20, 6 PM UTC. A $500,000 giveaway is also mentioned for those who spend $100+ on BFX. Other cryptos, Aster, Ethereum, TRON and Chainlink are also listed, all expanding on their functionality within the market.

The U.S. Department of Justice is attempting to seize over $15 million in USDT (a type of cryptocurrency) stolen by North Korean hackers. The money was traced back to four major cryptocurrency platform hacks in 2023. The FBI initially seized the USDT in March 2025 and now needs court approval to permanently take the assets to return them to the victims. The hackers reportedly laundered the stolen funds through various methods like mixers and exchanges. In addition, five individuals in the U.S. have pleaded guilty to helping North Korean IT workers gain access to American companies by pretending the workers were based in the US. These workers stole identities to get IT jobs and generated over $2.2 million for the North Korean government. North Korean crypto theft operations have stolen more than $2 billion so far in 2025.

Several new cryptocurrencies are launching presales aiming for growth leading up to 2026. Earth Version 2 (EV2) is a sci-fi game token built on the Avalanche network, with its token sale on Ethereum. The game features combat and exploration, with 40% of its 2.88 billion tokens available in the presale, accepting ETH, BTC, BNB, USDT, and SOL. Bitcoin Hyper (HYPER) seeks to improve Bitcoin's scalability using Solana technology, priced at $0.0132 per token during its presale. EcoYield (EYE) combines renewable energy with blockchain, using data centers powered by clean energy, allowing users to earn energy credits, stake tokens, and share profits. Maxi Doge (MAXI) aims to engage its community through competitions and staking, having already raised over $3.9 million in its presale. SUBBD (SUBBD) focuses on tools for digital creators, including royalties, payments, and analytics, with its token powering platform transactions.

American Bitcoin, a Bitcoin mining company backed by Donald Trump's sons, received over $100 million in funding from AJ Scaramucci's family through Solari Capital, as part of a larger $220 million pre-IPO financing round. Other investors include the founder of Cardano and various entrepreneurs. As of May 31, 2025, the company possessed over 60,000 Bitcoin miners with a hashrate of approximately 10.17 EH/s and is building a strategic Bitcoin reserve through both mining and market purchases. The company has a partnership with a large mining operator that owns a significant portion of the company's economic interest. Concerns have been raised regarding a deal providing the firm with access to equipment from a major Chinese miner, potentially creating security and political risks. The company is actively mining Bitcoin and purchasing coins, reporting increased revenue and margins in the recent third quarter.

Bitcoin is currently trading around $95,000 after failing to maintain a $100,000 level. Despite the price decrease, data indicates that investors are increasingly betting on Bitcoin's rise. The Bitcoin funding rate, which reflects the cost of holding long positions, has remained positive, suggesting investors are maintaining these positions even as the price falls. This situation can create risk, as a sudden market downturn could trigger liquidations and further price drops. However, the current funding rate is not as high as previous spikes, suggesting the market isn't overly leveraged yet. If the funding rate continues to increase while Bitcoin remains below resistance levels, volatility and potential liquidations could occur. On the other hand, the persistent positive funding rate could also mean investors are confident in Bitcoin's long-term growth.

The article highlights three cryptocurrencies, JasmyCoin, Pi Network, and Remittix (RTX), as potential high-return investments by 2026. JasmyCoin, currently priced around $0.00882, is approximately 80% below its yearly high, but analysts anticipate a possible rally with potential gains of 83% to $0.017, and even higher in a bull market. Pi Network, trading near $0.2188, is in a tight range, requiring a break above the $0.29 to $0.30 neckline to trigger upward momentum towards targets around $0.33 and $0.36. Remittix (RTX), priced close to $0.1166, focuses on cross-border payments, having raised over $28 million and listed on BitMart and LBank exchanges; its wallet beta is live, facilitating transfers into bank accounts in over 30 countries with multiple fiat currencies supported and is fully verified by CertiK.

Elon Musk plans to improve the content users see on X by using the Grok AI system to optimize both regular posts and advertisements. Musk claims this will lead to a noticeable improvement in the quality of users' timelines almost weekly. Currently, X's post activity is similar to levels before Musk's acquisition, and ad revenue remains lower. The goal is to make X a top advertising platform through Grok, which is designed to target ads more effectively and provide safer ad placements. X is also introducing AI-powered Dynamic Product Ads and considering integrating ads into Grok chatbot responses. The platform has already made changes like restricting emoji use and banning hashtags in ads and introduced an aesthetic score for creatives. Musk believes these AI improvements will help surface content from smaller creators and enhance user engagement and monetization, potentially changing how advertising and engagement work on the platform.

The prices of major memecoins Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB) are showing different trends. Dogecoin is recovering, having reclaimed a key trendline, which suggests a potential upward movement in price. Shiba Inu, on the other hand, is testing a floor of a daily downtrend, indicating it's facing resistance and potentially further price decreases. In short, Dogecoin is showing signs of recovery while Shiba Inu is struggling to maintain its value.

Enthusiasm is growing in the XRP community about the potential impact of XRP ETFs (Exchange Traded Funds), but some analysts are advising investors to be cautious. It's important to understand that ETF issuers can only purchase a small amount of XRP as seed capital before the ETF launches. Larger XRP purchases occur after the ETF begins trading, based on market demand. Analysts will be monitoring the initial ETF inflows to determine if institutional demand drives XRP's price and liquidity. The launch of the first XRP ETF, Canary Capital XRP ETF, is seen as a crucial test for how XRP handles volume, liquidity, and inflows as more ETFs become available. Observers will track inflows, outflows, and market cap multipliers to assess the early performance of XRP ETFs.

Ethereum's price has decreased by 18.5% in the last month and roughly 5.2% this week. On-chain data suggests there's limited incentive for traders to sell for profit, which usually indicates a price bottom. However, Ethereum's price isn't bouncing back. The Net Unrealized Profit and Loss (NUPL) is at 0.23, its lowest since July 1, but not low enough to signal a definitive bottom. A significant reason for the price stagnation is the derivatives market, where heavy short positions are countered by substantial long positions, creating liquidation pressure around $3,050. If Ethereum falls below $3,053, a further price decline is likely. For Ethereum to show strength, it needs to rise above $3,653 and then $3,795 to shift from a bearish to a neutral outlook.

Kuwait's National Cybersecurity Center has warned residents about increasing attempts to hack social media accounts, particularly WhatsApp, where accounts are being taken over without user interaction. Residents are advised to update their devices and apps, enable two-factor authentication, and report suspicious activity. Separately, Kuwait's Ministry of Interior announced the seizure of over 100 kilograms of hashish and marijuana being smuggled into the country, and the dismantling of a ring involved in illegal medical operations and the distribution of stolen government-issued medications. Several suspects, including Asian nationals, have been arrested in connection with these crimes.

Oracle, Super Micro Computer, and Palantir stocks are considered oversold after a tech sell-off. This means their prices have dropped significantly and may soon rebound. Oracle's stock fell nearly 6% this week and is down 35% from its recent high due to concerns about debt used for AI expansion. Super Micro Computer's stock also declined, losing 30% in November and 45% from its peak after disappointing earnings. Palantir's stock experienced volatility following a short call from Michael Burry, but Jim Cramer defended the company's potential in defense and aerospace. Traders are watching to see if Palantir can break into the $200 range.

The cryptocurrency market is seeing increased activity with the launch of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) tracking different cryptocurrencies. Canary Capitals XRPC, an XRP ETF, recently launched on the Nasdaq. Demand for these ETFs is high, as shown by the first-day trading volumes of XRPC and Bitwise's SOL ETF. Bloomberg ETF expert Eric Balchunas suggests the SEC is working to streamline the approval process for ETF filings. Balchunas believes Bitwise's XRP ETF is likely to be the next one approved. XRPC's first-day trading volume reached nearly $60 million, surpassing the previous high of $57 million set by Bitwise's SOL ETF.