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The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has decided it will not pursue creating a digital currency for everyday consumer use in the near future. Instead, the bank will focus on improving the current payment systems, making them faster, more accessible, and incorporating non-bank providers. While a retail CBDC is technically possible, the SARB believes upgrading existing infrastructure offers a quicker path to better financial access. The central bank will continue to monitor digital currency developments. The SARB also plans to focus on using digital currency for large-scale transactions and improving cross-border payments. Furthermore, the SARB issued warnings about the risks associated with crypto assets and stablecoins, noting their potential for bypassing exchange controls. Globally, only a few countries have launched digital currencies, while the United States is considering halting its CBDC work and focusing on stablecoin and crypto legislation.

FC Barcelona is facing criticism for partnering with Zero-Knowledge Proof (ZKP), a newly launched crypto company registered in Samoa, as its official blockchain technology partner. Concerns are rising that this partnership could mislead fans into investing in risky crypto tokens. ZKP, despite claiming transparency, provides little information about its leadership or the source of its claimed $100 million funding. The company launched its token auction offering 200 million coins. Critics point out the lack of due diligence, potential for worthless tokens, and ZKP's access to Barcelona's fan base for advertising. Further raising concerns, controversial influencer Andrew Tate promoted zero knowledge proof privacy systems, and ZKP shared the video. Barcelona maintains it has no connection to ZKP's token and is not responsible for it. The club is currently dealing with financial issues, including 469 million in net debt and 900 million tied to stadium renovations, after previous unsuccessful tech investments and transfer strategies.

Global central banks have been easing monetary policy at a rate not seen in 35 years, with over 316 rate cuts since 2023, exceeding even the 2008-2010 financial crisis response. Despite this increase in money supply, Bitcoin's price has not responded as expected, decoupling from its historical correlation with global liquidity since mid-2025. This lag suggests a potential delayed rally for Bitcoin, possibly in late 2025 or 2026. Analysts point to a potential financial shock in 2026, driven by issues like US Treasury funding, Japanese yen carry-trade risks, and Chinese credit leverage. This could lead to a market downturn followed by central bank intervention, potentially boosting Bitcoin later on. The current situation where Bitcoin isn't rising with the increased money supply may present a buying opportunity, as historically Bitcoin has rallied after similar lags, although regulatory and technical factors might be playing a role.

Jake Claver, the CEO of Digital Ascension Group, anticipates a significant shortage in the available supply of XRP, potentially leading to a dramatic increase in its price. This prediction is based on the ongoing inflows into XRP ETFs, which are consistently used to purchase more XRP.

BitMine Immersion Technologies, led by Tom Lee, purchased 14,618 Ethereum (ETH) for over $44 million, as part of its plan to hold 5% of the total Ethereum supply. BitMine's current holdings are 3.63 million ETH, around 3% of the total supply, valued at approximately $10.39 billion. Corporate ETH holdings are rising, now representing 5.01% of the entire supply, worth $24.97 billion. BitMine's stock (BMNR) increased by nearly 9% following the purchase news, although it is still down 37% over the past month. Despite BitMine's accumulation, the price of Ethereum remains near $3,030, down 25% from the previous month, potentially due to outflows from spot ETH ETFs and weakened institutional sentiment.

The cryptocurrency Pi is showing signs of a potential price increase after a recent rebound. The price is currently testing a critical range between $0.25 and $0.28. If the price breaks above $0.30, analysts predict a possible 20% rise, potentially reaching $0.34-$0.36. Increased trading activity and tokens leaving exchanges suggest growing interest from buyers. A sustained hold above $0.28 is needed, followed by a strong push through $0.30 to confirm the breakout. Failure to break out may delay the bullish trend, but the overall outlook remains positive.

The article suggests that Bitcoin and the S&P 500 might experience a price increase (bull run) towards the end of the year. This is based on analysis of volatility metrics, which are measurements of how much the price of an asset is likely to fluctuate. The article implies that these metrics are currently indicating conditions that could lead to a rise in prices for both Bitcoin and the S&P 500.

Amundi, Europe's largest asset manager with 2.2 trillion euros in assets, has launched a tokenized share of its money market fund on the Ethereum blockchain. This allows investors to access the fund through both traditional methods and via blockchain, offering transparency and 24/7 accessibility. CACEIS provides the tokenization infrastructure for subscriptions and redemptions, with the first transaction recorded on November 4. This move positions Amundi at the forefront of blockchain adoption in asset management. Ethereum remains the dominant platform for tokenizing real-world assets, holding a 64% market share, and this initiative further solidifies its position.

The Shiba Inu team is planning a significant upgrade to Shibarium, its Layer-2 blockchain. This upgrade will introduce privacy features using Zama's Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) technology. The addition of privacy features to Shibarium was confirmed by marketing executive Lucie.

OpenAI's data center partners, including SoftBank, Oracle, and CoreWeave, have accumulated approximately $100 billion in debt to support OpenAI's growing computing requirements. OpenAI is not directly taking on the debt, but rather leveraging the financial resources of its partners to expand its infrastructure. Oracle has already raised $18 billion in corporate bonds and may incur up to $100 billion in debt over the next four years to fulfill its OpenAI contracts. SoftBank has allocated $20 billion for AI-related investments, with OpenAI being a primary focus. CoreWeave has borrowed over $10 billion to increase its data center capacity. Blue Owl Capital and Crusoe have jointly secured a $10 billion loan for OpenAI's first U.S. data center, with Oracle as the primary tenant. OpenAI itself has a $4 billion credit facility it hasn't used, while having signed $1.4 trillion in compute deals over eight years, exceeding its expected $20 billion annual revenue. These deals are considered essential to address the current compute shortage that restricts OpenAI's growth.

On November 28, 2025, Bitcoin is encountering significant resistance as it aims for a new all-time high. Bitcoin faces key resistance zones between $93,000 and $96,000, and then again between $100,000 and $108,000. Analysts predict these are areas where recent buyers might sell to secure profits, thus creating resistance. Overcoming these price barriers is crucial for Bitcoin to maintain its upward trajectory and achieve a new record high. Traders are closely observing Bitcoin's behavior as it tests these resistance levels.

CME Group, a major global marketplace for trading futures and options, experienced a system failure at one of its data centers, leading to a suspension of trading. The disruption halted the buying and selling of various financial instruments on their platform. This unexpected halt affected traders and investors who rely on CME for managing risk and executing trades, potentially causing uncertainty and requiring adjustments to trading strategies.

Bitcoin options trading activity has significantly increased, reaching a new all-time high when measured in Bitcoin. This surge suggests traders are adjusting their positions amidst recent market volatility. While the Bitcoin-denominated Open Interest in options has risen sharply, the USD-denominated Open Interest remains below its previous peak. Conversely, the Open Interest in Bitcoin futures has been declining since October, indicating a reduction in leveraged positions and a more cautious approach from investors. Bitcoin's price has recently rebounded, increasing by 5% to $91,300.

Bitcoin is showing signs of recovery after a recent price drop. Analysts suggest that Bitcoin could potentially reach the $96,800 to $98,000 range. This target is based on technical analysis identifying this zone as a key imbalance. However, a sustained price above $107,550 would invalidate this outlook. Bitcoin has found support around the $90,000 level, indicating renewed buyer interest. The rebound is influenced by improving market sentiment. Holding above the $90,000-$91,000 range is important for continued upward momentum, but confirmation from indicators is needed to confirm the move.

On October 31, 2025, over $16 billion in Bitcoin and Ethereum options are expiring, a major event in the crypto derivatives market. Bitcoin options, representing $13.28 billion, show a bullish outlook, with the maximum pain point at $100,000, while Bitcoin is trading at $91,389. The put-to-call ratio for Bitcoin is 0.54, indicating more traders anticipate gains. Some traders are making aggressive bets on a year-end rally, while others are capping potential gains. Ethereum options account for $1.73 billion, with a max pain level of $3,400, while Ethereum is trading at $3,014. The Ethereum put-to-call ratio is 0.48. This large expiry could cause volatility as traders adjust their positions, potentially pushing prices toward max pain levels or accelerating price swings.

Over $15 billion worth of Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP options are expiring. This event could influence the price of these cryptocurrencies. Options expiry refers to the date when contracts giving the right to buy or sell an asset at a specific price expire, potentially leading to increased trading volume and price volatility as traders adjust their positions.

MicroStrategy Chairman Michael Saylor predicts Bitcoin's value will increase 100-fold, exceeding gold's value by a factor of ten. This has led to speculation about the potential future price of XRP, though the article does not provide a specific XRP price target.

Tom Lees' BitMine, a company backed by Fundstrat, has purchased 14,618 Ethereum, valued at approximately $44.34 million. This purchase increases BitMine's Ethereum holdings to nearly 3.6 million ETH, worth over $11 billion. BitMine is aiming to accumulate 5% of the total Ethereum supply and is staking its Ethereum to earn rewards.

X Finance Bull, a crypto educator popular within the XRP community, has publicly predicted that the price of XRP will rise above $1,000 per token within the next few years.

Ethereum Layer-2 project MegaETH will refund all funds deposited through its Pre-Deposit Bridge for its stablecoin, USDm, due to operational errors during the launch. A misconfigured transaction led to early access, pushing deposits past $400 million instead of the intended $250 million limit. Although they attempted to raise the cap to $1 billion, they reduced it again to $500 million, before ultimately deciding to return all the funds. Refunds are pending a smart contract audit. MegaETH still plans to launch the USDm stablecoin and will reopen the USDC-USDm conversion bridge before the Frontier mainnet beta. MegaETH aims to offer faster and cheaper transactions compared to Ethereum, claiming 100,000 transactions per second, with staking and governance features planned after the mainnet launch.

Vietnam is increasing its use of Chinese-built 5G equipment from Huawei and ZTE. This shift comes as tariffs from the U.S. have impacted Vietnam's export economy. Recent contract filings reveal that Huawei secured a $23 million contract in April for 5G equipment, and ZTE picked up at least two deals worth over $20 million for 5G antennas. While Ericsson and Nokia still handle the core of Vietnam's 5G system, Chinese companies are winning more supporting contracts. Western officials have expressed concerns that these deals with Huawei and ZTE, which the U.S. considers security risks, could hurt trust in Vietnam's networks and potentially block future access to U.S. advanced technology. Huawei also signed a 5G technology transfer agreement with Viettel, a military-owned telecom operator, in June.

An analyst, Paul GoldEagle, has compared XRP's current price chart to Ethereum's chart from 2016-2018. The analyst suggests that XRP's current chart patterns resemble Ethereum's chart patterns from before Ethereum experienced a significant price increase, potentially indicating a similar 20x surge for XRP.

Bitget, a large cryptocurrency exchange, has introduced AI trading avatars within its GetAgent platform. These avatars represent seven different trading strategies, from conservative approaches to high-risk altcoin trading. Users can copy the trades of these AI avatars, observing their performance and strategies in real-time. To encourage users to explore this new feature, Bitget is offering a 10,000 USDT airdrop pool. The platform also allows users to interact with the avatars, asking about their trading decisions. Bitget will publish a comparative review of each avatar's performance, including one that uses a base AI model, to show how different AI trading designs perform in real-world conditions. Bitget has partnerships with LALIGA and MotoGP.

South Korean authorities suspect the North Korea-linked Lazarus Group is responsible for a $36 million cryptocurrency hack targeting the Upbit exchange. Investigations are ongoing to confirm the connection and track the stolen funds. The hack may result in increased security measures across cryptocurrency exchanges and raises concerns about North Korean involvement in cybercrime to generate revenue.

Dogecoin (DOGE) has paused its recent gains against the US Dollar and is currently consolidating. It's trading below $0.1520 and the 100-hourly simple moving average, with a bullish trend line forming support at $0.1495. If DOGE stays above $0.1490, it could try to increase again, facing resistance at $0.1550 and then $0.1565. Overcoming $0.160 might lead to further gains towards $0.1680, $0.1720, and potentially $0.1780. However, failure to surpass $0.1550 could trigger a decline. Initial support is around $0.1490, with further support at $0.1450 and $0.1420. A break below $0.1420 could send the price down to $0.1330 or even $0.130.

Bitcoin is currently trading around $91,358, retesting a key demand zone between $89,500 and $92,000. This area is crucial because if Bitcoin stays above $89,500, the overall bullish trend is expected to continue, potentially pushing the price towards $93,800 and then $95,200. However, if the price falls below $89,500, it could trigger a drop towards $86,700. Traders are closely watching spot market activity and liquidity around $90,000 and $93,000. The next move will depend on whether Bitcoin can hold the current demand zone. Clearing the resistance zone between $93,000 and $97,000 is needed to attract the bulls, and reclaiming $93,000 with rising spot volume is considered a bull trigger, while a weekly close below $89,500 is a bear trigger.

This article identifies Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) and Worldcoin (WLD) as altcoins that investors should avoid. ICP launched in May 2021 and aimed to revolutionize cloud computing, but it has been plagued by lawsuits alleging insider trading and token dumping after its launch, leading to an 80% price crash within six weeks. The article notes that although the lawsuit was dismissed, doubts about centralization and fairness remain. ICP faces limitations like instruction caps, memory limits, fixed subnets and storage bottlenecks, hindering its ability to act as a limitless on-chain compute platform. Daily active users are around 4.8k, which is a very low number. Its tokenomics also include an unlimited supply. The current ICP price is $4.08. Worldcoin, backed by Sam Altman, aims to create a global digital ID by scanning irises and giving users its WLD token, but it faces regulatory issues and bans in countries like Spain, Portugal, Brazil, Columbia, Hong Kong, and Thailand due to privacy concerns. Concerns about exploiting vulnerable populations and ethical issues have also been raised. Only 23% of its 10 billion WLD tokens are currently in circulation and the current WLD price is almost 65.5 cents, down almost 74% over the last year. Worldcoin has around 30.1k daily active users.

Solana traders have been targeted by a months-long browser malware attack that intercepted and skimmed funds from every cryptocurrency swap they made. The malware specifically targeted users of the Solana blockchain, injecting malicious code into their web browsers to redirect transactions and steal funds. This issue affected an unknown number of users, and the total amount stolen has not been disclosed, but it potentially impacted a significant volume of Solana transactions over an extended period. Users are advised to check their browser extensions and remain vigilant about potential security threats.

Trading in commodity and index futures on the CME Group was temporarily stopped because of a problem with the cooling system at a data center operated by CyrusOne. This outage affected contracts for assets like oil (WTI), palm oil, foreign exchange, and Treasury bonds during trading hours in Asia. Separately, stock futures remained relatively unchanged overnight, and the Nasdaq Composite is expected to end its seven-month period of gains, largely due to increased uncertainty surrounding the profitability of artificial intelligence.

The launch of new XRP ETFs has renewed discussions about XRP potentially reaching $100. Analyst Cheeky Crypto explored the inflows needed for this to happen, drawing comparisons to Bitcoin's ETF experience. Bitcoin ETFs saw approximately $38 billion in net demand, leading to a $1.76 trillion increase in Bitcoin's market cap, a multiplier of about 46. Applying similar demand to XRP, JP Morgan estimates potential inflows of $4-$8 billion for XRP ETFs, while Canary Capital's CEO suggests $5-$10 billion in the first month. With a multiplier of 50-100, $5 billion in new ETF demand could push XRP to $6-$10. $30 billion in net inflows with a multiplier of 200 could move XRP towards $100, while $50 billion in inflows could potentially lead to $150+ per XRP. Achieving $100 for XRP requires sustained institutional inflows, positive market sentiment, and a broader crypto uptrend. XRP ETFs boost demand by making investing easier for institutions, increasing buying pressure and potentially driving long-term price growth. ETF inflows add steady, long-term demand, helping prices rise by reducing available supply and increasing confidence among larger investors. Clear regulations, strong ETF adoption, and renewed market optimism could attract large institutional buyers and increase XRPs long-term demand.

Spain's Sumar parliamentary group has proposed a change to cryptocurrency taxation that could significantly increase the tax rate on crypto gains to a maximum of 47%. This proposal aims to move crypto profits from the savings tax bracket, currently capped at 30%, to the general income tax base, which has higher rates. The proposed changes would also treat gains from non-financial crypto assets as ordinary income, apply a 30% corporate tax rate to crypto gains for businesses, and classify all digital assets as seizable. Spain’s securities regulator would also have to design a risk traffic light that platforms must display to users, showing a simple risk indicator for various tokens. Critics of the proposal suggest it could lead investors and companies to move their crypto holdings outside of Spain. Lawyers also question the practicality of seizing self-custodied assets or those held on foreign platforms. Supporters argue the changes are needed to close tax loopholes and protect retail investors from risky crypto investments. The proposed tax changes could reduce trading activity and discourage new crypto businesses from establishing themselves in Spain.

Ethereum has recovered to the $3,000 level, sparking debate about its future performance. Historically, December has been a mixed month for Ethereum, with more negative than positive outcomes since 2016. An analyst at The Motley Fool pointed out that since 2016, Ethereum has ended December higher than it started only four times, with an average December return of about 7%. However, the first and second quarters of the year have generally been strong for Ethereum. Tom Lee, chairman of BitMine Immersion Technologies, predicts Ethereum could reach $7,000 by early 2026, a 150% increase, and potentially $62,000 by 2035 if decentralized finance expands as he envisions. Despite a recent drop to $2,600, Ethereum is now trading above $3,000 and could recover further if investment flows back into exchange-traded funds.

Pi Network's token, PI, is currently trading around $0.26, a significant drop from its peak of $2.98 in February. The project's founders, Dr. Chengdiao Fan and Dr. Nicolas Kokkalis, envisioned Pi as a cryptocurrency for everyday users, accessible through mobile phone mining, unlike Bitcoin which they viewed as too expensive and complicated. Their plan was to create an ecosystem where PI could be used for real-world transactions, such as paying for services or goods, without the need for traditional banking. Pi Network never had an ICO or token sale, instead opting for equity funding, similar to a Silicon Valley startup. The founders believed mobile accessibility was crucial for broader adoption, especially for those without computers or banking access. Their long-term goal was to enable micropayments and other digital interactions not supported by traditional finance, connecting people across borders.

On November 28, 2025, the cryptocurrency market experienced minimal price movement overall. The Real World Assets sector showed positive growth, with Keeta rising 6.82% and Sky increasing 4.60%. Bitcoin's price increased slightly by 0.35%, reaching approximately $91,000, while Ethereum decreased by 1.21% to around $3,000. SocialFi and CeFi sectors saw small gains, and certain currencies like TRON and Monero performed well compared to their respective sectors. Layer 2 and Meme tokens declined, though SOON rose 5.93% and REKT jumped nearly 45%. CryptoQuant's CEO indicated that on-chain data for Bitcoin suggests a potentially negative trend, implying that future price increases may depend on broader economic factors.

South Korean authorities suspect North Korea's Lazarus group was behind a $30 million hack of the Upbit cryptocurrency exchange. The hackers stole Solana-based tokens and quickly converted them into Ethereum using sophisticated techniques across 185 wallets. This incident occurred as Upbit's parent company, Dunamu, announced a $10.3 billion merger with Naver. The hack has increased uncertainty for both companies, especially as Dunamu is already facing regulatory issues, including a $26.5 million fine for violating financial transaction rules and a partial business suspension. These penalties have delayed Upbit's license renewal, impacting the entire Korean crypto market. The merger with Naver aimed to diversify revenue and expand globally, but the hack could complicate regulatory reviews and potentially delay the deal. Dunamu has temporarily halted deposits and withdrawals on Upbit, launched security checks, and pledged to reimburse customers for their losses.

South Korean cryptocurrency exchange Upbit suffered a $30.6 million hack, with North Korea's Lazarus Group suspected as the perpetrator. The stolen funds, primarily Solana-linked assets, were quickly moved across multiple wallets to obscure tracking. Upbit's operator, Dunamu, will reimburse affected users using its own reserves and has halted transactions. Investigators note similarities to a 2019 Ethereum theft from the same platform. The breach occurred shortly after Naver announced plans to acquire Dunamu. South Korea may reconsider sanctions on North Korea as a result of crypto thefts funding weapons programs.

Balancer, a decentralized exchange, is planning to refund investors after successfully recovering funds from a recent security exploit that initially put $128 million at risk. The company has not yet released the amount that was recovered. This refund aims to compensate users affected by the exploit, restoring confidence in the platform. Specific details regarding the refund distribution process are expected to be released soon.

Solana's price is around $142, up 4% in the last 24 hours but down almost 1% over the past week. Analysts are watching the $130 price level closely. If Solana stays above $130, it could potentially rise to $250 or even $293. However, if it falls below $130, it might drop to $75 or $50. There's also talk of a potential long-term price pattern that could lead to a $2,000 target if Solana breaks above the $250-$300 range. Data suggests many Solana holders are currently at a loss, which historically has been a sign of a market bottom. Institutional interest is growing, with one entity raising funds to increase its Solana holdings. Solana ETFs initially saw large inflows but recently experienced their first net outflow of $8.1 million, although total assets managed are still near $918 million.

Dogecoin (DOGE) is currently performing worse than other major cryptocurrencies. This underperformance is attributed to a break below a key support level, signaling a potential shift towards a downward (bearish) trend for DOGE.

XRP's price is facing difficulty breaking past the $2.280 resistance level and may decline below $2.150. It had previously increased above $2.20, reaching a high of $2.286 before correcting downwards. There's a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $2.2250. If XRP can't break through the $2.250 resistance, it could fall towards support levels at $2.150 and $2.10. A break below $2.10 might lead to further declines toward $2.050 and even $2.00. Conversely, if XRP breaks above $2.250, it could test higher resistance levels at $2.2850, $2.350, $2.4320, and potentially $2.50. Technical indicators show the MACD losing pace in the bullish zone and the RSI below 50.

Thailand has introduced a 0% tax on capital gains from cryptocurrency trading, effective from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2029. This tax break applies only to individuals trading through exchanges, brokers, or dealers licensed by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Thailand (SEC). The goal is to encourage traders to use local, regulated platforms. Standard income tax rules will still apply to crypto income from foreign or unlicensed exchanges, mining, staking, and airdrops. Investors wanting to benefit from the 0% tax need to keep accurate records of their transactions on approved platforms. After December 31, 2029, the tax law will be reviewed and potentially renewed.

Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin donated a total of 256 ETH, worth approximately $2.9 million, to the privacy messaging projects SimpleX Chat and Session using the Railgun privacy protocol. The donations are intended to support the development of permissionless account creation and metadata privacy in encrypted messaging. Buterin sent 128 ETH to each project and encouraged users to download and use them. He highlighted the importance of decentralization and the challenges of balancing strong metadata privacy with user convenience. He also emphasized the need for more developer attention to these problems. Currently, Ethereum (ETH) is trading at $3,007.

The cryptocurrency XRP is facing potential price decreases. Historical trading patterns suggest a possible drop to $1.50. This information is based on past performance and could indicate a downward trend for the token's value.

XRP's price is currently around $2.18, a decrease of about 1.58% in the last 24 hours. Although the weekly chart indicates a longer-term bearish trend, the daily chart shows a potential for a short-term recovery or sideways movement. Key resistance to watch is the $2.30 to $2.40 range, and a break above $2.40 could lead to a target of around $2.60. On the downside, strong support lies between $2.05 and $2.07, which could prevent further price declines.

XRP's price is currently around $2.18, a decrease of about 1.58% in the last 24 hours. While a long-term bearish trend is still present on the weekly chart, a short-term bullish divergence is forming on the daily chart, suggesting potential for a small price increase or sideways movement. Key resistance levels to watch are between $2.30 and $2.40; a break above $2.40 could lead to a target of $2.60. On the downside, strong support lies between $2.05 and $2.07, which could prevent further price drops.

MegaETH, a project that initially attracted $500 million in pre-deposits, has been halted due to a series of unspecified missteps. The project, which seemingly aimed to be a major player in the Ethereum space, is now facing a complete rewind, indicating a likely failure to launch as originally planned. This means that investors who pre-deposited funds will likely see those funds returned, and the project's future is uncertain following these issues.

Analysts are observing specific altcoins, namely Ethereum, XRP, and Cardano, against Bitcoin, to identify potential signals of an upcoming altcoin season. The market is currently consolidating, with liquidity primarily focused on Bitcoin, but there are indications that this could shift, potentially benefiting altcoins. Rising trading volumes are also being monitored as a possible early sign of increasing interest in altcoins. One analyst, Michael van de Poppe, suggests that altcoins tend to strengthen when Bitcoin's price stabilizes. Another analyst, Dan Gambardello, refutes claims that an altcoin season is impossible, citing regular cycle patterns and early increases in trading volume. Ethereum is trading near $3,035.11, XRP is near $2.19, and Cardano is around $0.4315. The performance of these coins is being watched closely for further indications of market direction.

Ethereum's price has shown signs of recovery, surpassing the $3,000 mark. Currently, Ethereum is trading above $2,960, supported by a bullish trend line around $2,950. The immediate challenge for Ethereum is to break through the $3,080 resistance level, which could then lead to further gains towards $3,120 and potentially $3,165. However, failure to overcome the $3,080 resistance could trigger a decline, with initial support around $2,950 and further support at $2,880. A break below $2,880 might lead to a drop towards the $2,800 region. Technical indicators show the MACD losing momentum in the bullish zone and the RSI below 50, suggesting a possible shift in market sentiment. Key support is identified at $2,950 and major resistance at $3,080.

AI agents are emerging in decentralized finance (DeFi) to automate on-chain trading. These agents monitor markets, make trading decisions, and execute transactions, optimizing for best prices and lowest risks. They can scan liquidity across different blockchains, manage risk by rebalancing positions and hedging, and facilitate cross-chain trading. The goal is to provide traders with tools for faster, smarter, and safer trading executions without emotional influence.

Glassnode reports that Bitcoin's short-term holder Realized Profit/Loss Ratio has significantly decreased, indicating recent Bitcoin buyers are selling at a loss and that liquidity has dried up. While the long-term holder Realized Profit/Loss Ratio has also declined, it remains significantly positive, showing long-term holders are still realizing profits far exceeding losses. However, Glassnode warns that if the long-term holder ratio continues to fall towards 10x or lower, the risk of a deeper bear market increases. Currently, Bitcoin is trading around $90,600, down 1.3% over the past week. The future of Bitcoin's price may depend on the trend of the long-term holder ratio and whether liquidity will continue to be squeezed.

Bitcoin has rebounded above $90,000 after falling to around $80,000 last week. The price increase was influenced by general market optimism, improved financial activity, and growing expectations that the Federal Reserve will lower interest rates in December. Other cryptocurrencies like Ethereum, XRP, and Solana also experienced gains. However, analysts are cautious, pointing out that the rise might not last. They note resistance around $92,000 to $95,000 and that large investors have been selling off their Bitcoin holdings. The market's Fear & Greed Index also indicates extreme fear, suggesting weak confidence. The future direction of Bitcoin will likely depend on factors like Federal Reserve decisions, institutional investment, and renewed interest from individual investors.

Sony is entering the Web3 entertainment space with its Soneium blockchain, a platform designed for entertainment, gaming, and intellectual property. Soneium is partnering with Idol Runway Collection (IRC), a large Japanese idol and fashion festival, to use blockchain to enhance fan engagement. The goal is to reward fans for their online activity related to J-Pop, turning their contributions into an "IRC Score" that unlocks benefits like early ticket access and voting rights for the IRC event. This builds on the trend of Asian entertainment companies exploring Web3, such as Korean group tripleS who lets fans use tokens to influence group decisions. Some past attempts have failed, like Momentrica, because they lacked meaningful fan participation. Sony hopes to avoid these issues by focusing on creating a platform that supports active fan engagement and rewards.

The EU is intensifying its fight against cryptocurrency-related money laundering by appointing Giuseppe Lopez, an Italian law enforcement officer, to lead Europol's financial crime division (EFECC). This move comes as authorities struggle to handle the increasing use of cryptocurrencies by criminal organizations to launder money across borders. The EFECC aims to help member countries track financial movements, identify beneficiaries, and seize assets. Operation Oscar, launched in April 2022, has already frozen and seized over $2.3 billion in assets related to sanctions against Russia. Recently, US officials seized approximately $15 billion in Bitcoin from an alleged cyber fraud operation, highlighting the scale of the problem and the challenges in combating crypto-related financial crimes. The increasing usage of digital assets by criminals to mask illicit proceeds due to cryptos swift, cross-border characteristics, combined with its anonymity, makes it an attractive option for laundering.

Bitcoin's price experienced a recovery, climbing above $90,000 but faced resistance around $92,000. It broke below a short-term bullish trend line around $90,800. Currently trading above $90,000 and the 100-hour simple moving average, Bitcoin could see further gains if it surpasses the $92,000 resistance, potentially reaching $93,750 or even $95,500. However, failure to break through $92,000 could lead to a decline, with immediate support around $90,500 and major support near $89,080, possibly falling further to $86,300. Technical indicators show the MACD losing pace in the bullish zone and the RSI below 50.

Bitcoin's price is holding steady near $69,000. While there's potential for the price to increase, outflows from Bitcoin ETFs are limiting significant upward movement. This means that more money is leaving these investment funds than is entering, which can put downward pressure on Bitcoin's price, counteracting any potential gains.

In Asian markets, Bitcoin remained near $90,000, while Asian stocks showed mixed performance. Bitcoin traded between $90,600 and $91,400. Asian equity indexes in South Korea and Japan decreased, while Australia saw slight gains. Chinese stocks remained in focus following JPMorgan's upgraded market view, despite developer concerns. Expectations of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, with futures markets pricing in a high probability of a cut next month and multiple cuts by the end of 2026, influenced market sentiment. US spot Bitcoin ETFs continued to attract inflows, with daily net inflows around $21 million, bringing cumulative net inflows to about $57.6 billion. BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust saw significant inflows, while Fidelity's FBTC experienced outflows. The combination of ETF ownership and Fed cut expectations is expected to influence the market going forward.

Justin Sun provided an update on the effort to recover $456 million in missing TrueUSD (TUSD) reserves. The Dubai International Financial Centre Court issued a worldwide asset freeze on Aria Commodities DMCC and related entities. Sun claims the missing funds are being traced globally to ensure full recovery. The issue originated in 2020 after Techteryx acquired TUSD and TrueCoin continued managing the reserves. TrueCoin, First Digital Trust (FDT), Legacy Trust, and offshore entities are accused of forging documents and moving reserves into bank accounts linked to Aria DMCC. FDT CEO Vincent Chok allegedly approved these transfers for undisclosed kickbacks. The U.S. SEC previously accused TrueCoin of misleading investors about TUSD's reserves. Sun accused FDT and related parties of embezzling the funds and supported Techteryx with a loan of around $450 million. FDT denies these claims and plans legal action against Sun.

Bitcoin is at a point where its price could either significantly increase or decrease. An analyst points out that Bitcoin's indicators are showing a strong bearish divergence, a potential sign of a price drop. Historically, similar situations have presented buying opportunities that led to profits. Another analyst notes that Bitcoin often falls towards its 200-week moving average after breaking below the 50-week moving average, with the 200-week MA acting as major support. However, another crypto expert highlights that Bitcoin has broken above a short-term range after continuously being rejected since a drop from $116,000, which could signal a trend reversal. A daily close above $87,000 would confirm this breakout. Observing the market closely is advised to see how these potential trend reversals play out.

Coinbase, a large cryptocurrency exchange, internally moved around 800,000 Bitcoin from older to newer types of digital addresses starting November 22, 2025. This internal reshuffling made it seem like $68 billion worth of Bitcoin was being sold by long-term holders, creating a false signal in the crypto market. Because of the size of Coinbase's holdings, this internal wallet rebalancing distorted on-chain metrics like Long-Term Holder Net Position Change, Exchange Netflow, and Spent Output Age Bands. In reality, no actual selling occurred. The total crypto market capitalization briefly fell to $2.88T before rebounding above $3T, but remains fragile and below the 50-week moving average. To confirm strength, total market cap must reclaim the $3.25T$3.3T area, which currently acts as the first major resistance.

CalPERS, the largest public pension fund in the U.S., has seen a significant drop in the value of its investment in MicroStrategy (MSTR), a company known for holding large amounts of Bitcoin. CalPERS purchased over 448,000 shares of MicroStrategy for $144 million in the third quarter, but the value has since fallen to approximately $80 million. This decline is attributed to a drop in MicroStrategy's stock price, which is closely linked to Bitcoin's performance and a general downturn in the market for high-risk technology and crypto-related assets. JPMorgan analysts have suggested that MicroStrategy could be removed from major stock indexes like the MSCI USA and Nasdaq 100, potentially leading to billions of dollars in outflows as funds tracking those indexes would be forced to sell their shares. This index risk, combined with waning investor enthusiasm for MicroStrategy's leveraged Bitcoin strategy, has caused the company's market value to more closely align with the value of its Bitcoin holdings, eliminating the premium it once held. While the loss is manageable for CalPERS given its overall asset size of $550 billion, it highlights the risks associated with gaining Bitcoin exposure through equity proxies.

Mike Novogratz of Galaxy Digital stated that about 30% of crypto market makers were wiped out during an October 10th crash that he attributes to a price malfunction at Binance which triggered liquidations in leveraged markets. This event caused a loss of liquidity and capital from retail investors, damaging market sentiment. Novogratz believes that despite this setback, Bitcoin could reach $100,000 by the end of the year, driven by macro tailwinds, specifically actions taken by the Federal Reserve, although OG sellers are taking profit against ETF inflows. He also noted that the crypto market is evolving into a business ecosystem where projects are being evaluated on real-world performance, not just potential. While the market is structurally weaker due to the loss of market makers, Novogratz anticipates a global liquidity boom that will be favorable to crypto.

Australia is introducing new regulations for crypto with the Corporations Amendment (Digital Assets Framework) Bill 2025, aiming to better protect investors and unlock a potential $24 billion boost to the economy. The core of the bill is a new licensing requirement for crypto exchanges and custodians, meaning they'll need an Australian Financial Services License (AFSL) and will be overseen by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). This new law creates two categories: digital asset platforms and tokenized custody platforms, and sets strict rules for how they handle transactions, store assets, and disclose risks and fees. Smaller companies dealing with less than A$10 million annually or only involved incidentally in crypto will be exempt from licensing. The rollout will be phased, giving companies time to adjust. The government hopes this will make Australia a leader in safe and innovative crypto regulation.

Solana's price is currently near $142, a level analysts consider a crucial resistance point. If it breaks through this level, some predict it could rally towards $200. Failure to surpass $142 could see the price drop to around $125, according to some analysts. One analyst suggests institutions may be manipulating the market since Solana did not pass a softer resistance level of $141. Solana Spot ETFs recently experienced their first net outflows after a 21-day streak of inflows. The first SOL Spot ETF to post net outflows was 21 Shares Solana ETF (TSOL). Investors are also watching upcoming monetary policy decisions from the Federal Reserve and the Bank of Japan in December, which could impact the crypto market.

Bolivia is allowing banks to offer accounts and services related to stablecoins like USDT. This move comes after a significant increase in crypto usage within the country, with crypto activity reaching $294 million in the first half of 2025. Banco Bisa has already started providing USDT custody and transfer services. Businesses are testing USDT for payments, especially in sectors like car sales and imports, potentially driven by US dollar shortages and local currency instability. While not legal tender, this allows banks to offer stablecoin savings products and payment options. Cross-border transfers using stablecoins are expected to be a key use case, but adoption faces challenges like limited internet access and the need for consumer protection and regulation. The government's plan is to integrate crypto into the financial system, starting with stablecoins. Several months of testing are anticipated to see how it will impact transaction volumes, banks and businesses adapt.

Bitcoin's price briefly surpassed $90,000 amid market volatility and ongoing selling pressure, though it remains significantly below its all-time high. Concerns about a potential bear market are growing as confidence weakens among investors. Adding to the uncertainty, SpaceX transferred 1,163 Bitcoin, worth approximately $105.23 million, to Coinbase Prime, suggesting a possible shift in custody. This large transfer is notable because SpaceX has been largely inactive in Bitcoin transactions for months, with the last one happening in October. This activity is significant because large movements by major corporate holders can influence market sentiment. The market is struggling with selling pressure and uncertainty, so further volatility is possible. Bitcoin needs to surpass the $95,000-$98,000 range to signal a genuine recovery.

XRP's price has increased by 22% after repeatedly finding support around the $1.85 level. Binance's XRP reserves have significantly decreased, dropping by 2.7 billion XRP, suggesting that large investors are accumulating the token. Additionally, XRP spot ETFs in the U.S. are experiencing consistent inflows, indicating growing institutional interest. The price is currently around $2.20, and there's an increase in leveraged trading activity. XRP has successfully defended the $1.85 support level multiple times since December 2024, historically leading to significant price increases.

Bitcoin's price drop from $110,000 to around $80,000 is being attributed to early Bitcoin holders, or 'whales,' selling off their holdings. These whales, who bought Bitcoin at an average price of $16,000, are now taking profits, selling hundreds of millions of dollars worth each day. This selling pressure is stronger than the buying activity from institutions like ETFs and MicroStrategy. According to CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju, Bitcoin is in a late stage of its market cycle, meaning big gains are less likely in the short term. While a major crash isn't expected, corrections of up to 30% are possible, potentially bringing Bitcoin down to around $70,000.

Dogecoin and Shiba Inu are experiencing volatility as they attempt to regain relevance in the cryptocurrency market. Dogecoin, despite a nearly 60% yearly decline, is seeing optimism due to its new ETF, which has attracted inflows of 365,420 DOGE on November 26, bringing total assets to 6.48 million. Shiba Inu is gaining momentum through adoption milestones, including being added to Japan's approved assets list, and speculation about a potential SHIB ETF. CoinCodex projects that Shiba Inu could rise by 18% to $0.00001026 by November 2026 if market sentiment improves, although technical indicators remain bearish. Dogecoin's strength lies in its ETF connection to institutional products, while Shiba Inu focuses on regulatory approvals and infrastructure upgrades. Their performance in 2026 will depend on the overall crypto market recovery and the return of memecoin enthusiasm.

XRP's price isn't reacting strongly to the launch of several new ETFs linked to it, despite nearly $800 million in assets flowing into these ETFs. XRP has only gained about 3% in the past week. This muted response could be due to a lack of participation from regular individual investors. Interest in XRP futures is at a level similar to before a price surge in June 2025, raising hopes for another potential breakout if retail traders return. For XRP's price to reverse its current downward trend, it needs to climb to at least $2.40, with potential targets of $2.60 and $3.10 if momentum builds. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is showing a buy signal. Separately, a new meme coin called Maxi Doge ($MAXI) has raised over $4 million in its presale.

Upbit, a major South Korean crypto exchange, experienced a security breach on November 27, 2025, resulting in the loss of approximately $36.37 million worth of assets from a Solana-network hot wallet. The exchange detected an abnormal withdrawal of about 54 billion Korean won at 04:42 KST. Deposits and withdrawals for Solana-based assets were immediately suspended, and remaining holdings were moved to cold storage. Affected assets included SOL, USDC, and various Solana ecosystem tokens like ACS, BONK, RAY, JUP, PYTH, ORCA, JTO, LAYER, RENDER, MOODENG, and TRUMP. Upbit's parent company, Dunamu, has pledged to cover the entire loss from its own reserves, ensuring no impact on customer funds. A security review is underway, with external experts assisting in the investigation. Approximately $8-9 million in LAYER tokens have been frozen. This incident follows a past hack in 2019 and highlights the ongoing security risks associated with hot wallets.

Avalanche's AVAX token has regained a top 20 crypto ranking as Securitize received EU regulatory approval to launch a blockchain-based securities market on the Avalanche network. Securitize got the go-ahead from Spain's National Securities Market Commission (CNMV) to operate a trading and settlement system using blockchain technology. This allows them to offer their services across the European Single Market. Securitize chose Avalanche for its speed, regulatory compliance, and ability to scale. The first EU-compliant issuance is planned for early 2026. Technically, AVAX price is holding near the $12-$15 support level. It recently increased by 6.5% to $14.94 and faces resistance at $15.21. AVAX One Treasury has recently invested $110 million purchasing AVAX tokens, signaling long-term institutional confidence.

Chainlink is currently leading in DeFi development activity, according to Santiment's ranking of real development events on GitHub, surpassing other projects like DeepBook and DeFiChain. This leadership reflects its significant role across various networks as the crypto market shows signs of recovery. Chainlink's technology is also being used to support tokenized stocks on Solana through the xStocks platform, which relies on Chainlink for pricing data. The xStocks market on Kamino has reached almost $5 million with over 270 users, providing a way to trade traditional assets within the Solana ecosystem. Chainlink also dominates the oracle sector, securing approximately 62% of the market with about $80.5 billion in total value secured, greatly exceeding its closest competitor. The price of Chainlink is currently around $13.36, up 3.47% in the last 24 hours, driven by its active development, new integrations, and increasing on-chain applications.

Nasdaq has proposed increasing the limit on BlackRock's IBIT Bitcoin options contracts from 25,000 to 1 million. Max Keiser believes this could lead to a new all-time high for Bitcoin because it removes barriers for large institutional traders. Jeff Park says the previous limit was too small and the increase will support growing trading volume. Analyst Adam Livingston notes this upgrade unlocks deeper liquidity and allows banks to create new financial products using Bitcoin. JPMorgan is planning to launch Bitcoin-backed structured notes that track IBIT's performance, offering another way for institutions to invest in Bitcoin.

Conor McGregor accused Khabib Nurmagomedov of running a scam with his new NFT collection on Telegram, which sold out and generated about $4.4 million. McGregor claimed Khabib deleted promotional posts after the sale, implying a deception. Khabib responded by calling McGregor a liar. On-chain investigator ZachXBT then pointed out McGregor's own failed crypto token launch from earlier in the year, where he allegedly abandoned the project after the sale, leaving investors with losses. McGregor deleted his posts about Khabib after facing backlash for hypocrisy. There are no reports of users losing access to their NFTs, which function as digital gifts on Telegram.

XRP's price is currently around $2.22, testing a key resistance level within a long-term downtrend. Technical indicators suggest increasing buying interest. Sellers are defending resistance at $2.25 and $2.60. A break above $3.13 could lead to a rally towards $3.60. XRP is facing resistance while buyers are consistently stepping in on price drops. Binance's XRP reserves have decreased by 300 million since October, now standing at 2.7 billion, potentially reducing selling pressure and supporting price stability as users move XRP into long-term storage, this impacts supply, volatility and price action.

The article suggests that despite Bitcoin's recent price drop to around $82,000 after briefly exceeding $126,080, the market is stabilizing as it climbs above $91,000. It identifies XRP, Solana, and Ethereum as promising altcoins to invest in. XRP is highlighted for its role in international payments and its potential to reach $10 or more by 2026, especially with upcoming regulation and ETFs. Solana is recognized as a strong competitor to Ethereum, with analysts suggesting it could potentially reach $750, driven by the introduction of spot ETFs and the tokenization of real-world assets. Ethereum is described as the backbone of DeFi and Web3, potentially reaching $10,000 by year-end with upcoming upgrades and favorable regulatory conditions. The article also mentions Bitcoin Hyper (HYPER), a Bitcoin Layer-2 scaling solution built on the Solana Virtual Machine (SVM), as an emerging candidate, noting its successful presale exceeding $28.5 million and potential for significant gains.

According to AI model Claude, XRP could fluctuate to $1 or $10 by the end of the year, based on market conditions. If things go poorly, it could drop 17% from its current price of around $2.18. However, positive events like more ETF approvals could push it higher. Shiba Inu is predicted to potentially rise to between $0.00005 and $0.00009, which could mean gains of up to 11%. Even in a worst-case scenario, it might still slightly increase in value. Pepe is predicted to increase 420% potentially reaching $0.000024. However, if the market struggles, it could decrease 35% to $0.000003. Additionally, the meme coin Maxi Doge ($MAXI) is gaining traction, raising $4.2 million in its presale.

BNB's price increased by 4.25% to around $891, despite a significant decrease in activity on its blockchain. Daily transactions on BNB Chain have fallen by almost 50% this month, down to 15.1 million, and network usage has dropped to 19%. Despite this slowdown, the price of BNB has remained stable, suggesting that large investors may be repositioning their holdings. The stability is seen as a positive sign that traders anticipate future positive developments. Long-term confidence in BNB is supported by planned roadmap upgrades, the ongoing review of a proposed spot BNB ETF by the U.S. SEC, and the token's burn mechanism, which permanently removes BNB from circulation. In Q3 2025, approximately $1.2 billion worth of BNB was burned. Lower on-chain activity could lead to smaller future burns, but the reduced supply helps maintain BNB's value if the network recovers.

T. Rowe Price has applied to the SEC to list an actively managed crypto ETF on the NYSE Arca exchange. The proposed ETF, called the T. Rowe Price Active Crypto ETF, would hold a basket of cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin, and Shiba Inu. Bitcoin and Ethereum will be prioritized as the largest holdings. T. Rowe Price will actively manage the fund by adjusting its holdings based on market signals rather than tracking a specific index. The ETF will determine its daily value using a reference rate from major trading platforms and will use a regulated custodian for secure, offline storage of its digital assets. The fund may also use stablecoins like USDC to manage liquidity. The application includes risk management and market surveillance controls to address volatility, price manipulation, and cyber threats. The SEC has not yet approved the application.

Shiba Inu (SHIB) has experienced three consecutive days of gains, triggering a 'golden cross' pattern on its hourly chart, where the 50-period moving average surpassed the 200-period average, potentially signaling an upward trend. Despite a 60% year-to-date loss, SHIB could see a near-term price increase from $0.0000080 to $0.000012, representing a 50% potential upside. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) also indicates positive momentum. Trading volumes, currently around 3% of the circulating market cap, need to increase to confirm this bullish outlook. The article also mentions Pepenode ($PEPENODE), a mine-to-earn game, having raised over $2.2 million in its presale, allowing users to mine meme coins virtually without hardware. Users can buy $PEPENODE by linking a compatible wallet to the Pepenode official website and swapping USDT or ETH, or using a bank card.

Vitalik Buterin, the co-founder of Ethereum, donated 256 ETH, split evenly as 128 ETH each, to the Session and SimpleX projects. These projects are focused on developing end-to-end encrypted messaging apps that prioritize privacy, decentralization, and user protection without relying on phone numbers. Buterin emphasized the importance of privacy in digital systems, calling for more developers to address the existing technical challenges. This follows his previous statements about privacy being essential for decentralization and his concerns about data exposure, including his criticism of X's geo-inference system.

JPMorgan plans to launch Bitcoin-backed notes in December 2025 that will amplify Bitcoin's gains or losses by 1.5 times. This has sparked controversy within the Bitcoin community, with some accusing JPMorgan of trying to destabilize crypto treasury firms like Strategy. Critics believe the new product could trigger margin calls on Bitcoin-backed loans held by these companies. JPMorgan also supported a proposed MSCI policy that could exclude companies with significant crypto holdings from stock indexes, potentially forcing them to sell Bitcoin to remain eligible for inclusion. In response, Bitcoin supporters are calling for account closures and a boycott of JPMorgan.

EU member states have agreed on a revised version of the Chat Control legislation, affecting 450 million Europeans using digital communication services. The new agreement removes mandatory message scanning, but privacy experts are still concerned about the potential for mass surveillance. Platforms can voluntarily scan for illegal content, and companies deemed high-risk may be pressured to monitor user communications. Concerns exist about technical problems leading to false alarms, potentially impacting innocent people. The legislation allows for review clauses that could reintroduce mandatory scanning in the future. This also could lead to requirements for age verification for digital services, potentially ending anonymous communication. Cryptocurrency exchanges like Kraken and Binance have already removed privacy coins from European markets due to regulatory pressure. The legislation will now undergo trilogue negotiations between EU member states, the European Parliament, and the European Commission to determine the final framework.

Bitwise has updated its SEC filing to include staking in its proposed Avalanche (AVAX) ETF, making it the first issuer to do so. The fund, to be traded under the ticker BAVA on NYSE Arca, aims for Q1 2026 approval. Bitwise is offering a sponsor fee of 0.34%, lower than competitors VanEck (0.40%) and Grayscale (0.50%). BAVA will stake up to 70% of its AVAX holdings, passing staking rewards (minus a 12% cut) back to shareholders. Bitwise is waiving all sponsor fees for the first month on the initial $500 million of inflows, making it the lowest-cost entry point. Other proposed Avalanche ETFs from Grayscale and VanEck are targeting the NASDAQ, also aiming for Q1 2026 approval.

An anonymous crypto analyst known as The Bearable Bull, with a large following on X, has predicted that XRP could rise to $8, representing a 263.4% increase from its current price of around $2.2. The analyst, who previously remained anonymous while building crypto businesses, says this projection marks a new beginning for XRP and for him personally as he steps into the public eye. He believes a generational wealth cycle is ending for XRP holders. However, another crypto analyst, Zach Humphries, has stated that predictions of XRP reaching $100 by the end of 2025 are mathematically unrealistic. He argues that for XRP to reach $100, its market capitalization would need to exceed the total value of all major cryptocurrencies combined, although he remains bullish on XRP in the long term.

XRP is experiencing selling pressure amidst a general downturn in the crypto market, but there's also increased institutional interest with the launch of US spot XRP ETFs. XRP reserves on the Binance exchange have significantly decreased since October, reaching some of their lowest levels at approximately 2.7 billion XRP. This suggests investors are moving their XRP off exchanges, likely into personal wallets for longer-term holding rather than short-term trading. About 300 million XRP have left Binance since October 6. Lower exchange reserves combined with new ETFs could lead to a shift in XRP's market momentum. XRP's price is struggling to stabilize around the $2 level, facing resistance from key moving averages indicating sellers remain in control.

The amount of XRP held on the Binance exchange has significantly decreased, dropping to 2.7 billion tokens, one of the lowest levels ever. Since October 6th, over 300 million XRP tokens, worth around $651 million, have been taken off the exchange. This decrease suggests that people are buying and holding XRP for the long term rather than trading it. This trend coincides with the launch of new XRP Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) from companies like Canary Capital and Grayscale, which allow institutions to invest in XRP more easily. Some analysts believe that if this buying and holding trend continues, it could potentially increase the price of XRP due to reduced availability on exchanges.

Solana ETFs experienced their first day of net outflows, totaling $8.1 million, ending a 21-day streak of inflows. This was primarily driven by a $34 million withdrawal from the 21Shares TSOL fund. Despite this setback, other Solana ETFs, like the Bitwise BSOL, Grayscale, and Fidelity's FSOL, saw inflows, partially offsetting TSOL's outflow. Overall, Solana ETFs hold about 6.83 million SOL tokens, valued at approximately $964 million. While Solana's network activity shows declines in active addresses and fees, Solana ETFs still experienced a weekly net addition of $103 million. Meanwhile, XRP ETFs continued their inflow streak, adding $21 million, and Bitcoin ETFs saw $21.12 million in inflows. Ethereum ETFs, however, experienced net outflows for November.

TON is currently holding near the $1.60 level, with funding rates turning positive, indicating a potential shift towards bullish sentiment among traders. This follows a period of selling pressure and aligns with a broader, albeit slow, recovery in the crypto market led by Bitcoin and Ethereum. While TON's price movement has been less pronounced compared to these major assets, the positive funding rates suggest some traders believe a bottom may be forming. Additionally, Telegram has launched tokenized stock trading within TON wallets, allowing users to trade U.S. equities, which expands the network's utility.

Dogwifhat (WIF) is currently priced around $0.38, showing a slight increase of 4.26% over the last day. However, it's stuck in a tight trading range between $0.36 and $0.40. Traders are waiting to see if it breaks out above $0.40, which could signal a bullish trend, or falls below $0.36, which could lead to further price drops. Trading volume has increased to $165 million, suggesting more activity, but not enough to push the price out of its current range. The total supply of WIF tokens is about 998.9 million, and it's ranked 192nd globally. Despite some positive signs, the overall trend is still considered downward, and it needs more buying pressure to potentially reverse this trend.

Balancer DAO is considering a recovery plan worth $8 million following a recent security exploit that resulted in a loss of $110 million. This exploit significantly impacted Balancer, reducing its Total Value Locked (TVL) by approximately two-thirds. The recovery plan aims to address the aftermath of the exploit and potentially restore confidence in the platform.

Charles Hoskinson, the founder of Cardano, anticipates a significant rally in altcoins like ADA, ETH, and XRP within the next 3 to 6 months, projecting new all-time highs. He attributes Bitcoin's surge past $100,000 to institutional investment focused initially on Bitcoin ETFs, while altcoins lagged due to regulatory uncertainties. Hoskinson believes this is temporary, expecting regulatory clarity, demographic expansion, and increasing capital inflows to shift focus towards altcoins. He highlights the growing crypto user base, exceeding 550 million and potentially reaching 1 billion, and the increasing stablecoin market, possibly reaching $1 trillion, as key drivers for the next market expansion. Tokenized real-world assets could bring trillions more into the crypto space, further supporting altcoin performance.

BlackRock has not filed for an XRP ETF. BlackRock's Global Head of Digital Assets, Robbie Mitchnick, previously worked at Ripple, fueling speculation. BlackRock states client demand hasn't met its internal threshold. Analysts believe the delay is strategic, citing incomplete regulatory clarity for XRP in the U.S., despite a court ruling that it is not a security in secondary sales. BlackRock also evaluates market size, liquidity, and institutional investment potential, and while XRP has high market capitalization, U.S. institutional involvement is still developing. BlackRock typically waits for favorable regulatory and market conditions before launching products. The company has internal understanding of XRP and Ripple, suggesting a future ETF is possible depending on regulations and market readiness.

Ethereum traders are increasingly using leverage, as shown by the futures-to-spot ratio rising to 6.84, which is the highest level in Q4. This signals a greater expectation of price swings. While Bitcoin's open interest has decreased, Ethereum's has remained relatively stable, suggesting investors are shifting their focus to Ethereum. If Ethereum can hold above $3,000, the next target for buyers is around $3,390, a level considered key to confirming further upward movement. Some analysts believe Ethereum looks strong and could reach that level, while others remain cautious, noting previous rejections at a key moving average. A break above $3,000 is needed to confirm a move upward. Others note that Ethereum retraced 61.8% from the 2025 rally, and that the environment is right for a push up in December.

Approximately $13 billion worth of Bitcoin options, representing 150,000 BTC, are expiring on Friday. The "max pain point" for these options is $101,000, with a put/call ratio of 0.61. Simultaneously, there's an increase in Bitcoin deposits into exchanges from large holders, potentially signaling an intent to sell and exert downward pressure on the price, possibly hindering recovery. However, BitMex founder Arthur Hayes suggests Bitcoin may have already found a bottom near $80,000, citing improved liquidity conditions due to the end of the Federal Reserve's Quantitative Tightening and expanded bank lending. Despite whale outflows, Bitcoin has shown recovery signs, reclaiming the $90,000 level, indicating potential accumulation at lower prices, though uncertainty persists regarding the sustainability of this recovery in the face of the impending options expiry.

Visa is expanding its stablecoin payment capabilities to Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (CEMEA) through a new partnership with Aquanow. This allows financial institutions in these regions to use USD Coin (USDC) for faster and cheaper transaction settlements, operating 24/7 instead of traditional wire transfers that can take days. Visa's stablecoin transaction volume has reached an annualized rate of $2.5 billion. Visa has also added support for new stablecoins like PayPal USD, Global Dollar, and euro-backed EURC, along with the Stellar and Avalanche blockchain networks. Aquanow, a crypto infrastructure firm, will provide the technology to connect Visa's network with stablecoins, serving over 300 clients in 50 countries and processing billions in crypto transactions monthly. The stablecoin market has grown to over $305 billion in 2025, attracting interest from major companies and banks. This expansion occurs as regulations for digital currencies are becoming clearer, such as Europe's MiCA regulation and the US's GENIUS Act.

The Chainlink Reserve, a system that automatically converts revenue into LINK tokens, is approaching one million LINK. It currently holds over 973,700 LINK after accumulating for three consecutive months. This reserve grows through revenue from enterprise users and on-chain service fees, which are then used to purchase LINK on decentralized exchanges and lock them up for several years. The continued growth suggests increasing usage of Chainlink's services by both businesses and on-chain protocols. This system is designed to promote long-term stability and reduce the circulating supply of LINK by storing tokens for an extended period.

A crypto analyst known as 24HRSCRYPTO predicts that XRP will reach $100 before Bitcoin reaches $1 million. This prediction contrasts with forecasts from figures like Michael Saylor, who anticipate Bitcoin reaching valuations in the millions. Based on current prices, XRP needs a 4,445% increase to hit $100, while Bitcoin needs a 990% increase to reach $1 million. The analyst believes XRP's price is positioned for faster growth due to increasing demand and adoption of the Ripple ecosystem. The analyst further predicts that XRP could reach $1,000 before Bitcoin reaches $19 million. This would require a 45,300% jump for XRP, while Bitcoin would need to climb roughly 20,635% to reach $19 million.

A wealth manager at Fidelity believes the recent Bitcoin price drop, which saw it decline by 11.8% over two weeks, is a positive development. He views this "crash" as a necessary correction to remove excessive speculation and leverage from the market, which had been driven by rapid gains in various risk assets including meme stocks and unprofitable tech companies. This correction aligns Bitcoin's price more closely with its actual adoption and utility, creating a healthier and more stable market foundation for future growth. The pullback helps to eliminate market distortions and encourages disciplined capital allocation, ultimately benefiting Bitcoin's long-term investment profile.

Reliance Industries, Brookfield Asset Management, and Digital Realty Trust, operating under the joint venture Digital Connexion, plan to invest $11 billion in India by 2030 to build AI-focused data centers. A major part of this investment will be a 1-gigawatt campus in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. This project is part of a larger trend of tech companies investing in India's data center infrastructure, with total investments projected to exceed $100 billion by 2027. Other companies like Google, OpenAI, Amazon, and Tata Consultancy Services are also investing heavily in Indian data centers. This expansion aims to support the increasing demand for AI computing power. However, the growth of data centers is creating challenges related to water and energy consumption in India. Investment of $720 billion is estimated to increase power capacity to support data centers by 2030. Andhra Pradesh aims to become a technology hub through these investments, expecting to create jobs in various sectors.

Hyperliquid's price, trading around $35-$36, is showing potential signs of recovery after a recent drop from the mid-$40s. Analysts are closely watching the $35.8 level; breaking above it could lead to a price target of $42.3, while failing to hold above the low $30s could signal further decline. Order book data indicates increased buying activity between $35 and $36.5, suggesting possible accumulation. Whether Hyperliquid can reach $50 in 2025 depends on its performance around the current price range and the overall market's interest in alternative cryptocurrencies.