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Bitcoin spot ETFs saw a rebound after a five-day outflow streak, attracting $75.5 million in net inflows on Nov. 19. BlackRock’s IBIT led the recovery with $60.6 million of inflows, reversing a record $523.2 million outflow. Grayscale’s Bitcoin Trust added $53.8 million, while Fidelity’s FBTC and VanEck’s HODL saw combined outflows of $39 million. Following this shift, Bitcoin spot ETFs drew $238 million in net inflows on Nov. 21. Fidelity’s FBTC topped the list with $108 million, and Grayscale’s mini Bitcoin Trust logged $84.9 million. BlackRock’s IBIT experienced $122 million of outflows. Total assets under management for spot Bitcoin ETFs rose to $110.1 billion, about 6.5% of Bitcoin’s market cap, with cumulative net inflows reaching $57.6 billion. These flows suggest renewed institutional demand and potential bullish momentum for Bitcoin spot ETFs.

Ethereum spot ETFs ended a six-day net outflow streak on November 6 with a $12.51 million inflow, led by BlackRock’s ETHA ($8.01M) and Fidelity’s FETH ($4.95M), offsetting Grayscale’s ETHE outflows ($3.53M). Assets under management (AUM) then stood at $21.75 billion, about 5.45% of Ethereum’s market cap. By November 21, the sector snapped an eight-day net outflow streak, logging a $55.71 million inflow. Fidelity’s FETH led that surge with $95.4M, lifting its cumulative inflows to $2.542B, while Grayscale’s Ethereum Mini Trust added $7.7M (cumulative $1.424B). BlackRock’s ETHA saw a $53.68M outflow, though it still holds $12.89B in cumulative inflows. Combined AUM was $16.859B, about 5.1% of the market cap, with overall net inflows totaling $12.632B. These renewed inflows signal recovering demand for regulated Ethereum exposure and may influence market sentiment and trading strategies.

Aerodrome, a decentralized exchange on the Base network, has warned users of a suspected DNS hijacking on its main domain, aerodrome.finance. The platform’s security team is investigating the DNS hijacking and urges users to avoid the primary site until the issue is resolved. No funds have been reported lost, and no alternative access URL has been announced. This DNS hijacking incident highlights ongoing DeFi security risks, including phishing and potential fund theft. Traders should verify DNS records, switch to official mirrors when available, and follow platform updates closely.

Cardano experienced a rare chain partition on November 21 when a malformed delegation transaction exploited a deserialization vulnerability in node software. The mainnet split into a “healthy” chain (excluding the bad transaction) and a “poisoned” chain (including it), causing staking pools, wallets and dApps to stall and ADA to tumble over 6%. Within 12 hours, the Intersect governance body and Input Output Global released hotfixes (node v10.5.2/10.5.3) and urged all operators to upgrade to the healthy chain. No user funds were lost. Cardano co-founder Charles Hoskinson denounced the event as a premeditated attack by disgruntled SPOs and has notified the FBI. The wallet owner later apologized, citing a technical challenge and AI-generated code. Intersect is now conducting a full post-mortem and will publish an official incident report.

Bitcoin treasury firm Strategy tweeted it will continue accumulating BTC. It highlighted that during the 2022 crypto winter, Bitcoin’s average purchase price was around $30,000, even as prices plunged 50% to nearly $16,000. At that trough, the company opted to buy more Bitcoin. This renewed accumulation underscores its long-term bullish view on BTC. Large-scale buying by treasury firms can tighten supply and buoy market sentiment, potentially supporting higher prices. Traders should monitor institutional demand as a key indicator of Bitcoin’s outlook.

Solana price has fallen to $125 amid broad market volatility triggered by Bitcoin’s slide below $85,000 and $2 billion in liquidations. Over the past month, SOL is down 30%, losing its $130 support. Analyst Ali predicts a test of the critical $100 support level, where a hold could signal a rebound, while a break may drive further losses. Despite the downturn, Solana-based ETFs have seen 18 consecutive days of inflows, contrasting with Bitcoin ETF outflows after four days. These inflows reflect investor confidence in Solana’s long-term prospects, although short-term price action will hinge on wider market stability and ETF demand.

Ethereum plunged more than 10% in 24 hours, falling below the $3,000 mark to trade around $2,701. The sell-off wiped out over $150 million in long-position liquidations, thinning market depth and amplifying volatility. On the daily chart, ETH sits in a descending wedge, repeatedly testing support near $2,930, while key resistance levels at $3,000 and $3,200 need reclaiming for any rebound. Whale accumulation has stalled, and the MVRV Long/Short Difference has dropped to a four-month low, signaling long-term holders are losing profitability. Without renewed whale support, Ethereum could test downside floors at $2,650 and $2,606 before any recovery.

Fed dissent has surged within the Federal Reserve ahead of the December meeting, endangering expectations of an interest rate cut. According to WSJ’s Nick Timiraos, growing opposition from key policymakers means the Fed may hold rates steady rather than deliver the 25-basis-point cut anticipated by markets. If Fed dissent persists, President Trump’s promise of sharp rate reductions after installing a new Fed chair in May may falter. Internal divisions are at their worst in years, with Evercore ISI economist Krishna Guha warning of a fracture in the consensus mechanism that could push decisions to a narrow majority vote. The breakdown in Fed consensus not only delays policy easing but also raises concerns over central bank independence. Traders should reassess their rate-cut forecasts and monitor FOMC voting alignments closely for cues on future monetary policy shifts.

Bitcoin Greed & Fear Index has plunged into extreme fear at levels below 5. This drop in the Bitcoin Greed & Fear Index’s 21-day moving average to 10% historically marks market bottoms and tactical lows. Bitcoin briefly dipped to $80,880 before rebounding to $84,800, leaving it down 10% for the week and 23% for the month. Analysts like Markus Thielen of 10x Research warn that the overall downtrend may persist but could moderate, potentially triggering a swift 10% bounce as seen in March. Traders may view the current extreme fear reading as a buy signal for a potential short-term rebound.

Two recent cases underscore the extreme randomness of solo mining in Bitcoin. On September 8, a miner with 200 TH/s on CKPool beat 0.00278% odds to mine block #913,593 and earn 3.129 BTC (~$348,000). Then on November 21, another independent miner with just 6 TH/s on Solo CKPool defied 1-in-180 million odds under an 850 EH/s network hashrate to claim 3.146 BTC (~$265,000). Both paid 2% pool fees yet captured full block rewards. These rare solo mining wins open a window into Bitcoin mining variance and highlight the lasting allure of solo mining despite network centralization.

Bitcoin price plunged below the critical $85,000 level, briefly touching $81,000 in a sharp weekly sell-off that closed beneath the 50-week moving average. On-chain data from CoinGlass reveals the Coinbase Bitcoin Premium Index has remained negative for 21 straight days, signaling sustained sell pressure from US spot traders and indicating capitulation among short-term holders. The weekly chart shows expanding red candles and dominant selling volume, confirming bearish momentum. Key support now sits at the 100-week moving average near $80,000; a close below this could open the path to the 200-week moving average. To stem further losses and avoid a prolonged bear phase, Bitcoin must quickly reclaim the $90,000 mark. While some analysts view extended negative premiums and capitulation as late-cycle cleanses that precede strong recoveries, the breakdown below a year-long uptrend and prevailing US investor bearishness underscore near-term risks for traders.

Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX, says the Bitcoin bottom may be near after the price fell below $82,000, its lowest in six months. He attributes the slide from October’s high of $126,000 to USD market liquidity shortages and broader tech stock corrections. Hayes advises traders to wait for a liquidity rebound and market signals before adding positions. Veteran analyst Peter Brandt echoes this view, forecasting a potential drop to $58,000 ahead of a new bull cycle that could push Bitcoin toward $200,000. Brandt points to historical patterns, like the 2019–2020 crash and 72% plunge, as typical market cycle corrections. Investor Raoul Pal also highlights past cycles where deep price corrections led to record highs. Despite short-term volatility, both Hayes and Brandt maintain a long-term bullish outlook. They stress that price corrections can set the stage for future growth. Traders should watch liquidity conditions and market sentiment for signs of a sustained recovery.

According to Santiment data, Bitcoin sentiment across X, Reddit and Telegram has plunged to its weakest level since December 11, 2023, as bearish comments now outnumber bullish ones. The spike in bearish mentions reflects retail panic selling at a two-year high and may amplify Bitcoin market volatility. Historically, extreme fear in social media sentiment has preceded rapid rebounds—in late 2020 and mid-2022—once selling pressure subsided. Traders should monitor Bitcoin sentiment indicators, on-chain metrics and key support levels to pinpoint potential entry points and prepare for a likely recovery.

Crypto author Robert Kiyosaki sold $2.25 million worth of Bitcoin at an average price of $90,000 per BTC (initially bought at $6,000), realizing a 15× profit. He reinvested the proceeds into two surgery centers and a billboard business, aiming to generate about $27,500 per month in tax-free cash flow by February. Combined with existing real estate passive income, his monthly cash flow is set to exceed six figures. Despite the sale, Kiyosaki remains extremely bullish on Bitcoin and plans to use the new cash flow to accumulate more BTC on price dips. He likens this strategy to lessons learned playing Monopoly with his “Rich Dad,” stressing the importance of turning crypto gains into stable, real-world cash-flow assets while staying long on Bitcoin.

US XRP spot ETFs saw a net inflow of $11.89 million on Nov. 21, led by Bitwise’s $11.28 million and Canary’s $0.62 million. Bitwise XRP ETF has amassed $117 million in total net inflows, while Canary XRPC ETF reached $306 million. Combined assets under management (AUM) stand at $384 million, with a net asset ratio of 0.33% and cumulative inflows of $423 million. The consistent inflows into XRP spot ETFs indicate rising institutional demand. Traders may interpret this momentum as bullish for XRP, as ETF flows often signal broader market confidence and liquidity improvements.

Moonrock Capital founder Simon Dedic has accused Coinbase of orchestrating an insider-driven price pump ahead of its acquisition of Solana ecosystem trading platform Vector.fun. Posting on X, Dedic noted that the VECTOR token (TNSR) surged eightfold over a two-day market downturn, only to crash 40% following the public announcement. He also highlighted that the actual developers, the Tensor Foundation, remain outside the deal and appear poised to cash out undisclosed holdings, leaving TNSR holders with no equity benefit. Dedic called for on-chain tokens to be treated as equivalent to corporate equity, underscoring a severe misalignment between token value and shareholder interests.

Circle has launched the Arc Layer 1 public testnet, a Move-built, EVM-compatible blockchain designed as an “internet economic operating system.” It features native USDC gas payments, eliminating reliance on volatile tokens like ETH, and offers low fees, high throughput and fast finality for micropayments and remittances. The Arc testnet, open for three weeks, invites developers to deploy nodes, test smart contracts and experiment with an eight-step interaction guide—from claiming USDC/EURC test tokens and minting NFTs to adding liquidity on Curve and ArcFlow Finance. Arc integrates with Circle’s full-stack platform for lending, capital markets, forex and payments, while Circle governs the validator set ahead of planned decentralization at mainnet launch in H1 2024. Eleven projects are already live, covering P2P fiat channels, NFT marketplaces, stablecoin wallets and cross-chain infrastructure. Traders should use the testnet to explore tooling, wallets and dApps, maintain realistic airdrop expectations and prepare for Arc’s production launch.

Solana spot ETFs saw strong inflows over two days, attracting $23.66 M on Nov. 20 and $10.58 M on Nov. 21. On Nov. 20, the Bitwise SOL ETF led with $20.12 M, followed by Fidelity’s FSOL with $2.34 M. The next day, 21Shares’ TSOL added $5.97 M, with FSOL contributing $2.97 M. Total net inflows since launch have topped $510 M, while assets under management peaked at $745 M and currently stand at $719 M, with a net asset ratio of 1.01%. Analysts say institutional interest, on-chain growth and ecosystem developments are driving demand. Traders should monitor Solana spot ETF flows as a barometer for altcoin momentum and portfolio diversification away from BTC and ETH ETFs.

Crypto analyst Doctor Profit, who accurately forecast Bitcoin’s $125,000 cycle top, now warns of a deeper bear market. Bitcoin price fell 8.4% in 24 hours and over 17% in two weeks, marking the first stage of a larger downtrend. According to his model, the next critical target is near $60,000. On-chain data reveals coordinated institutional selling, with Grayscale and BlackRock moving billions of dollars of BTC to exchanges in large batches. Grayscale-linked wallets transferred dozens to hundreds of BTC per transaction, while BlackRock’s IBIT vehicles repeatedly offloaded 300 BTC tranches. These flows coincide with a 30% market contraction warning issued in September. As institutional outflows intensify and technical cycles track lower, traders should brace for sustained bearish pressure on the Bitcoin price before a potential long-term recovery.

Sovereign Bitcoin adoption could be an unprecedented market catalyst. ProCap CIO Jeff Park told the Pomp Podcast that if a developed country announced real BTC purchases for its treasury, Bitcoin could surge to $150,000 overnight. That is a 76% jump from current levels. Park stressed the need for genuine sovereign adoption. He warned that rumors or marketing stunts would not drive sustainable price gains. Park also highlighted quantum computing concerns. He said regulatory clarity on quantum threats could ease selling pressure among long-term holders. Glassnode data shows whale profits in this cycle match previous cycles. Clear guidance on quantum risk may halt some profit-taking. Jan3 founder Samson Mow echoed Park’s view. He believes sovereign Bitcoin adoption may arrive sooner than expected. Any official pivot to Bitcoin by an OECD country would trigger a sharp rally. Traders should monitor government balance-sheet moves and quantum computing updates. A confirmed sovereign Bitcoin adoption would likely spark bullish momentum. Meanwhile, uncertainty around quantum computing remains a key factor in market sentiment.

Bitcoin staged a sharp rebound overnight, climbing from a low of $80,636 to $85,040 on OKX spot markets, marking a $4,000 recovery amid renewed hopes for a Federal Reserve rate cut. The rebound follows dovish comments by New York Fed President John Williams, who indicated the Fed has room to lower rates in the near term given a cooling U.S. labor market. Over the past 24 hours, the crypto market saw $1.82 billion in liquidations across 371,251 positions, with long positions bearing $1.57 billion of that total. Ethereum mirrored Bitcoin’s recovery, rising from $2,622 to a peak of $2,800 before settling at $2,775. Traders should note that while the dovish Fed signal and deleveraging clear the way for a bullish move, uncertainties persist due to ongoing U.S. government shutdown impacts on economic data and Fed policy clarity.

Cardone Capital has stepped up its Bitcoin strategy by acquiring 185 BTC at an average price of $82,500 per coin, spending approximately $15.26 million. This latest purchase adds to its ongoing accumulation—totaling 935 BTC—funded by monthly cash flows from its real estate portfolio. Institutional investment in Bitcoin is rising as investors seek a store of value amid volatility and inflation. Traders may view this move as a bullish signal for Bitcoin demand, and analysts will watch how such large-scale acquisitions shape market trends and broader cryptocurrency adoption.

On November 22, OKX data shows Bitcoin Cash (BCH) led gains with a 9.53% rise to $534.5. Other top performers include FET (+7.34%), AAVE (+4.98%), 1INCH (+4.82%) and UNI (+4.51%). Meanwhile, Strike (STRK) fell 7.44% to $0.203. SNX dropped 6.23%, ORDI fell 2.70%, APT lost 2.51%, and OP declined 1.41%. This daily report highlights cryptocurrency price movements and market volatility for key tokens, offering traders insight into short-term opportunities and risk management of these cryptocurrency price movements.

MicroStrategy, the largest Bitcoin treasury company, is under pressure as its market-asset-value multiple (mNAV) premium collapses to as low as 1.2, down 54.9% from its 2.66 peak. The stock (MSTR) now trades at a discount to its Bitcoin holdings. Concerns are rising over potential removal from major indices like Nasdaq-100 and MSCI USA, which could trigger up to $11.6 billion in passive outflows. Executives have slowed Bitcoin purchases, adding just over 9,000 BTC in November versus 79,000 last year. Cash reserves have dwindled to $54.3 million, prompting issuance of €710 million in perpetual preferred shares at 8–10% dividends. Senior vice president Wei-Ming Shao plans to depart in December and has sold $19.7 million in MSTR stock under a prearranged 10b5-1 plan. Despite these headwinds, institutional investors (Renaissance, state pension funds, central banks) still back the stock. Founder Michael Saylor reaffirms a “HODL” stance, insisting no Bitcoin will be sold unless prices fall below $10,000. Analysts from Matrixport, CryptoQuant and Willy Woo argue debt-related sell-off risks are overstated, noting convertible notes due in 2027–2032 can be refinanced or repaid without asset fire sales. The near-term outlook remains mixed, with market confidence hinging on Bitcoin price stability and index decisions.

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has canceled the release of October’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) report. The November CPI is now scheduled to be published on December 18. Likewise, the October real income report is postponed, with the November edition due the same day. The third-quarter Employment Cost Index will be released on December 10. This inflation report delay could introduce uncertainty around inflation expectations and Fed policy timelines. Traders should adjust plans for potential volatility ahead of these revised release dates.

Global market volatility pushed Bitcoin below $80,000 this week. Meanwhile, privacy coin Zcash (ZEC) soared over 1,400%, sparking debate over genuine demand versus speculative capital. Institutional investors await a potential crypto pullback as Wall Street warns of an imminent AI bubble burst and 10–15% market correction. Four major altcoin ETFs – Solana (SOL), XRP, Litecoin (LTC) and Hedera (HBAR) – have attracted only $700m in inflows since launch. On-chain analysts, including Arthur Hayes, view a dip to $80,000 as a buying opportunity for Bitcoin. In Q3, 11 leading financial firms showed diverging strategies in tech and crypto allocations. Looking ahead to 2026, experts predict structural growth in AI-powered DeFi, RWA integration and TradFi–DeFi convergence. The week also saw privacy solutions from a16z-backed Seismic and Vitalik’s Kohaku draw attention, while Zcash Foundation reported $15.87m in assets and $0.60m quarterly operating costs. DeFi protocols launched new tools: 1inch’s Aqua protocol for shared liquidity, Aave App’s 6% yield products and Zama’s encryption layer. Web3 updates included DappRadar’s shift, the Yala stablecoin depeg event, Polygon–Revolut crypto payments partnership, and Citadel Securities entering the digital assets space. These developments underscore mixed signals: short-term downward pressure on Bitcoin amid volatility, but growing demand for privacy solutions and institutional participation.

On November 20, the Cardano network returned to normal after a crafted malformed delegation transaction exploited a serialization bug. The incident caused a rare chain split. Intersect, the Cardano network support organization, traced the issue to a cryptographic library flaw dating back to a 2022 Preview testnet. When the malformed transaction hit mainnet, it split the ledger into two parallel chains. Engineers released a hotfix and upgraded nodes to version 10.5.3 overnight to converge the chains. No user funds were compromised. The wallet behind the malformed transaction belongs to a former testnet participant. The FBI has opened an investigation. Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson confirmed the network’s resilience. The user “Homer J” publicly apologized for triggering the split. Full resynchronization is underway as stakeholders monitor stability.

An on-chain whale known as “66kETHBorrow” has significantly increased its Ethereum position amid the recent market downturn. Lookonchain data shows the whale acquired 57,725 ETH (≈$162.8 M) during heavy sell-off and added another 7,837 ETH (≈$21.9 M) hours later. This aggressive ETH accumulation brings total holdings to 440,558 ETH (≈$1.23 B). Meanwhile, ETH price has broken below critical support levels, sliding toward the $2,660 zone and forming a bearish alignment with moving averages. High sell-off volumes confirm mounting liquidation pressure. Despite the bearish trend, the Ethereum whale’s conviction signals potential buying interest at lower prices. Historically, such large-scale accumulation during panic phases can mark the early formation of local bottoms. Traders should monitor whether ETH reclaims the 50-day moving average and stabilizes above $3,000.

Two on-chain crypto whales recently funneled over $5.4 million in USDC into HyperLiquid, a decentralized margin protocol, to open high-leverage longs on Bitcoin and Ethereum. The first whale deposited $3.72 million USDC and took 15× leveraged positions on $27.7 million of BTC and $20.3 million of ETH, highlighting growing institutional appetite for decentralized perpetuals trading. A second wallet added $1.7 million USDC and opened a 20× leveraged BTC long amid current market consolidation, after realizing a $705,000 profit on a prior trade. These sizeable USDC inflows and aggressive leverage increases underscore bullish whale sentiment and may amplify BTC volatility through rapid liquidations. Traders should monitor HyperLiquid activity for potential margin-driven swings in price.