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Upexi, a Nasdaq-listed company that manages a Solana-focused treasury, has arranged a private placement to raise up to $23 million as its Solana (SOL) strategy encounters sharp market swings and the company’s shares decline. The deal with a single institutional investor covers 3,289,474 common shares and matching warrants at a combined price of $3.04 per share — above recent at-the-market trading — with warrants exercisable at $4.00 for 48 months. Upexi will receive $10 million at closing and could realize an additional $13 million if all warrants are exercised. The company plans to register the new securities with the SEC after closing. Upexi holds more than 2 million SOL, continues to prioritise long-term Solana exposure, and uses staking and holdings in its treasury to generate yield for investors. Management frames the financing as liquidity support to sustain operations, portfolio allocation and its internal Solana return strategy amid elevated SOL trading volumes and market turbulence. Shares have fallen sharply in recent weeks, which the company says the financing will help address.

S&P Global Ratings downgraded Tether’s USDT stability assessment from ’Strong’ to ’Weak’, citing concerns about reserve composition, convertibility and redemption liquidity — particularly Tether’s exposure to bitcoin and other higher‑risk or less liquid assets. The agency warned that concentrated holdings and assets that are hard to convert quickly (including bitcoin, gold, loans and corporate bonds) could reduce collateral coverage after market shocks and raise counterparty and market risk. S&P also flagged weaker regulatory frameworks in some jurisdictions and insufficient independent audits or proof‑of‑reserves disclosures. At the same time, S&P noted that about three‑quarters of USDT’s backing remains in low‑risk instruments such as US Treasuries and short‑term financial assets. Tether pushed back, calling the report misleading and defending its holdings — citing large US Treasury balances and significant gold holdings — and its CEO criticized traditional rating models. Traders should expect heightened scrutiny and potential short‑term volatility: monitor USDT liquidity spreads, on‑chain flows, exchange order books and any Tether disclosures on reserves or redemption policy. The downgrade could prompt shifts toward alternative stablecoins or fiat settlements among counterparties and influence regulatory and institutional risk assessments.

Institutional investors last week pulled funds from Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) and redirected capital into XRP following the recent launch of U.S. spot XRP ETFs. CoinShares data showed outflows of $1.27 billion from Bitcoin funds, $589 million from Ethereum funds and $156 million from Solana funds, while XRP funds recorded $89.3 million in net inflows. Overall, crypto funds saw $1.94 billion of outflows in the week — the fourth consecutive weekly outflow streak and the third-largest since 2018 — bringing four-week outflows to $4.92 billion (about 2.9% of assets under management). Despite the outflows, year-to-date inflows into major crypto funds remain sizeable at $44.4 billion. SoSoValue attribution indicates U.S. spot XRP ETFs accounted for strong demand: U.S. spot XRP funds logged $199.45 million of net inflows during the latest week, including $164.04 million across the first two trading days after launches. Grayscale and Franklin Templeton’s XRP ETFs pulled in $67.4 million and $62.6 million respectively; further launches (21Shares, CoinShares, WisdomTree) may increase flows. The inflows have supported XRP’s price recovery above $2 despite broader market declines. Key implications for traders: expect increased liquidity and correlation shifts as institutional flows favor XRP over BTC/ETH/SOL; watch ETF rollouts, fund launch schedules and short-term volatility as positions rebalance.

Analysts say an altcoin season is unlikely despite recent rebounds in Bitcoin and major altcoins. CF Benchmarks’ Gabe Selby flagged nearly $4 billion in ETF outflows since October 10, noting November 2025 is tracking as the worst month for institutional ETF flows — a sign of institutional profit-taking rather than panic selling. Bitget CMO Ignacio Aguirre said the weekend rebound could indicate a near-term bottom, with easing retail capitulation. However, B2BINPAY analysts point to extremely weak sentiment — the Fear & Greed Index fell below 20 after November’s sell-off and sits near 15 — and insufficient capital rotation into altcoins. The consensus: worst may be behind the market, but the market structure still favors caution over a broad risk-on altcoin rally.

MicroStrategy (Strategy) told bondholders its Bitcoin reserve comfortably covers its convertible notes, presenting a “BTC Rating” of 5.9x coverage at an average purchase price of $74,000 per BTC and 2.0x coverage even in a stressed scenario with BTC at $25,000. The company cites roughly 650,000 BTC (per BitcoinTreasuries) accumulated over five years and recent moves including transferring ~58,000 BTC to Fidelity Custody and raising $21 billion year-to-date for purchases. The disclosure aims to reassure investors after a sharp share-price decline, exclusion from the S&P 500 and reported institutional outflows (analyst Shanaka Perera cited $5.4bn pulled in Q3). Market context shows institutions favoring spot Bitcoin ETFs (e.g., Harvard building a $443m position in BlackRock’s ETF) over leveraged corporate proxies, contributing to MicroStrategy’s valuation discount versus its BTC holdings. MSCI and JPMorgan-related stories about index inclusion and alleged short positions have added volatility, though SEC filing checks found no direct JPMorgan short in MSTR stock. Key statistics: 5.9x BTC-to-debt coverage at $74k, 2.0x at $25k, ~650,000 BTC treasury, $21bn raised YTD, ~58,000 BTC moved to custody.

Securitize has launched a regulated security token platform built on Avalanche after obtaining EU licensing, enabling operations across all 27 EU member states while retaining its existing US licensing. The dual-license rollout positions Securitize as a cross-border security token operator, targeting institutional adoption by offering regulatory clarity, built-in compliance (KYC/AML, investor accreditation) and Avalanche’s technical advantages: high throughput, low fees, and sub-second finality. The platform leverages Avalanche subnets to isolate asset classes and meet jurisdictional requirements. Expected benefits include increased access for European investors to tokenized US securities, improved liquidity via cross-market trading, faster settlement, and lower costs. Challenges overcome include navigating complex EU and US securities laws and implementing investor protections. Short- and long-term implications highlighted are broader institutional participation, potential expansion into additional asset classes (real estate, private equity), and a likely industry trend toward multi-jurisdictional licensing and regulated tokenization partnerships.

Bitcoin (BTC) traded around $87,232 on Nov. 26 as price action showed consolidation within an $86,000–$89,000 range. Hourly charts place BTC nearer support than resistance, and a daily close below $87,000 would likely prompt a retest of support the following day. On higher timeframes the market lacks conviction: volume has declined, indicating neither buyers nor sellers hold clear strength. CoinStats data cited bulls as stronger than bears on the day, but overall momentum is weak. Traders should expect continued sideways trading and muted volatility in the near term unless volume and directional conviction return.

Michael Saylor’s corporate Bitcoin treasury firm Strategy tweeted that it found “something better than bitcoin… More bitcoin,” signalling a buy-more stance as Bitcoin suffers its worst monthly drop since 2022. Bitcoin fell about 25% in November, briefly reaching a low near $80,524 and trading around $87,087 at press time. Strategy said it increased BTC purchases during the 2022 crypto winter and reiterated its resilience: it has 5.9x assets to convertible debt at its $74K average cost basis and would still have 2.0x at $25K BTC. The tweet comes amid broader market pressure after an October liquidation event that erased billions in leveraged positions and recent outflows from Saylor-inspired digital-asset treasury firms and some Bitcoin ETFs. Primary keywords: Bitcoin, buy more Bitcoin, Michael Saylor, Strategy, BTC price drop. Secondary/semantic keywords: crypto winter, convertible debt ratio, ETF outflows, liquidation event. Traders should note Strategy’s message as a confidence signal from a major corporate holder and a reminder of aggressive accumulation strategies during drawdowns.

OpenAI’s ChatGPT has expanded from a writing tool into a global AI platform, reaching about 800 million weekly active users by October 2025. The company released GPT-5 (August 2025), adding processing modes—Auto (balanced), Fast (speed) and Thinking (complex reasoning)—plus voice, image generation, advanced code assistance, real-time web search and task automation. ChatGPT now handles coding, calendar management, research briefs and integrated shopping with partners such as Walmart and Etsy. Product updates include group chats, Study Mode, parental controls and broader pricing tiers (ChatGPT Go for emerging markets; ChatGPT Enterprise for enterprise/federal clients). Mobile app revenue since May 2023 is reported at $2 billion, with ~2.5 billion daily prompts and roughly 1 million business clients. OpenAI is expanding data centers and pursuing major fundraising while integrating with platforms including Apple Intelligence. At the same time, the company faces legal and reputational risks — lawsuits alleging harmful advice linked to teen suicides, German/EU copyright cases, privacy and regulatory scrutiny — which could affect product availability and partnerships. Leadership remains with CEO Sam Altman and COO Brad Lightcap. For crypto traders: this acceleration of AI platform adoption and enterprise integration may boost demand for related infrastructure tokens and NFTs used in AI marketplaces, increase on-chain activity in networks hosting AI services, and influence partner ecosystems; however regulatory/legal uncertainty could introduce volatility.

World Liberty Financial (WLFI) saw an 8% price rise after large-scale buys by the project team and major market participants. The WLFI team purchased about $7.79 million worth of tokens, removing roughly 46.56 million WLFI from circulation. Market maker Wintermute increased its WLFI holdings by ~505%, buying about $840,000 and bringing its balance to roughly $1.01 million. Whales have collectively bought around $31.5 million in WLFI in recent activity. Despite accumulation, derivatives and spot data point to heightened volatility: combined perpetual futures liquidations reached about $1.09 million, with near-equal losses for shorts ($443,120) and longs ($444,200) on November 25. Retail spot sellers offloaded roughly $2.6 million of WLFI in 48 hours, and the open-weighted funding rate remained negative at -0.0139%, signalling bearish positioning by traders. A liquidation heatmap shows dense liquidity clusters below the current price, which could attract downside if selling pressure intensifies, though continued team and whale accumulation could sustain upside momentum. Key takeaways for traders: significant token buybacks reduced circulating supply and supported demand, but the almost symmetric liquidation profile and concentrated bid/ask clusters increase the probability of sharp, rapid moves in either direction.

On-chain investigator ZachXBT and Conor McGregor publicly accused each other of questionable conduct around celebrity NFT drops after Khabib Nurmagomedov’s “Papakha” collection sold out fast. Khabib’s Papakha NFTs—digital versions of the Dagestani papakha hat— reportedly sold 29,000 units in about 25 hours and generated millions; promotional posts were later deleted, prompting McGregor to allege the drop exploited Khabib’s late father’s name and Dagestani culture to mislead buyers. Khabib’s team defended the project as legitimate “exclusive digital gifts with real-time value.” Separately, ZachXBT accused McGregor of similar behavior for promoting and quickly selling tokens/NFTs then removing promotional material, pointing to McGregor’s prior 2022 “McGregor Realm” involvement. The exchanges renew a public rivalry and underscore broader risks in celebrity-backed NFT launches: limited post-sale transparency, reputational damage, and potential regulatory scrutiny. For traders: expect short-term volatility in related NFT marketplaces and any associated tokens, heightened due diligence on celebrity drops, potential liquidity shifts if community trust erodes, and increased probability of regulatory inquiries that could affect market access or listings.

Market strategist STEPH IS CRYPTO highlights a potentially significant setup for XRP. The weekly Stochastic RSI on XRP’s chart has dropped below 4, a historically rare and deeply oversold reading that previously preceded large rallies (past gains cited between 94% and 591%). XRP trades around $2.16, holding above the prior bull peak of $1.96; a fall to $1.55 would still preserve the weekly higher-low bullish structure. Analysts note the current market structure resembles XRP’s 2017 accumulation phase — extended sideways action, tightening ranges and falling volatility — which historically preceded major breakouts. The combination of a rare oversold weekly momentum signal, intact higher-low market structure, and prolonged accumulation creates a watchlist setup for traders. The report cautions that timing is uncertain: XRP could remain in accumulation before any breakout. This is informational and not financial advice.

Bitcoin and several top altcoins have launched a relief rally, but technicals suggest bearish control remains intact. BTC recovered toward ~$89,800 but faces resistance at the 20-day EMA (~$93,400); failure there risks a retest of $80,600 and a deeper slide to $73,777, while a decisive break above the 20-day EMA would open the path toward $100,000. Analysts quoted include Peter Brandt (calling the move a “dead cat bounce”), Timothy Peterson (AI-based model: 15% chance BTC closes below $84,500 in 2025 and <50% to reclaim $100k by Dec 31), and Augustine Fan (expects a $82k–$92k range with downside if price falls below $78k). Ether’s recovery meets resistance near $3,000 and the 20-day EMA (~$3,120); upside could reach $3,350, but a drop below $2,623 risks collapse to $2,400. XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, ADA, HYPE, BCH and LINK all show short relief rallies that are likely to encounter selling at their 20-day EMAs or recent breakdown levels. Key short-term levels highlighted: XRP 20-day EMA ~$2.20 and support $1.61; BNB breakdown ~$860 with support $790/$730; SOL resistance ~144 with supports at $126/$95; DOGE support $0.14 and resistance ~0.16; ADA support $0.38, resistance $0.50; HYPE resistance $35.50, risk to $29.30/$24; BCH support $443 or upside to $606; LINK 20-day EMA ~$13.88, support $10.94. Implication for traders: expect rallies to be met with selling — trades should emphasize risk management, watch the 20-day EMA and key supports for breakdowns that would confirm continuation of the broader downtrend. This article is market commentary and not investment advice.

Polygon co-founder and CEO Sandeep Nailwal raised the idea of reverting the network token ticker from POL back to the original MATIC after repeated feedback that retail users and small merchants still recognize MATIC more easily. POL was introduced in September 2024 as part of the AggLayer migration aimed at expanding token utility (data availability and sequencer decentralization in addition to gas and staking); migration completion is reported at about 99%. Nailwal framed the suggestion as a thought experiment to address confusion among non-expert users. POL trades near $0.14 and has underperformed recently, showing a notable decline over 30 days. Community sentiment is mixed: informal polls indicate strong support for reverting, while other stakeholders advise patience, improved marketing, and education for POL rather than a rollback. Critics note technical and operational frictions — exchanges and integrations have already moved to POL, so a ticker reversal could be costly and may not solve fundamental network or price issues. For traders, the debate could affect retail discoverability and short-term flows around MATIC/POL listings and liquidity, but it does not change underlying protocol fundamentals. Key names: Sandeep Nailwal (Polygon co-founder/CEO), Marc Boiron (Polygon Labs CEO). Keywords: Polygon, POL, MATIC, token ticker, ticker change, token migration, AggLayer, retail recognition.

Bitcoin (BTC) rose back above $90,000 on Nov. 26 after recovering from a recent trough near $80,000, marking its highest level in about a week. The move reflects a broader rebound in crypto market momentum ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. No other specific drivers, institutional flows, or regulatory developments were reported in the article; the price action appears driven by market-wide momentum and short-term buying interest. Traders should note the quick recovery from the ~$80K low to above $90K as a sign of renewed bullish sentiment, increased volatility around holiday liquidity conditions, and potential for short-term range trading or breakouts.

India has approved a ₹7,280 crore (about $815–816 million) incentive programme to establish a domestic rare‑earth permanent magnet (REPM) supply chain. The scheme aims to fund five integrated manufacturing units — up to 1,200 tonnes per annum (tpa) each, totalling 6,000 tpa — to convert rare‑earth oxides into metals, alloys and finished magnets. It includes a two‑year setup window and five years of production incentives. India imported 53,748 tonnes of rare‑earth magnets in FY2024–25, and the plan seeks to cut heavy import dependence, support sectors such as electric vehicles (EVs), wind turbines, aerospace and defence, and attract investment and jobs under Atmanirbhar Bharat. Major industrial groups including Vedanta and JSW have shown interest, but domestic NdPr oxide supplies are limited, so raw materials may still be sourced from abroad or require new mining. The move aligns with global efforts to diversify supply after Chinese export restrictions and follows similar projects overseas. For crypto traders: the policy is primarily industrial and commodity‑focused, but could affect tokenised commodity projects, mining‑linked tokens, and blockchain supply‑chain initiatives that track critical minerals. Expect increased market attention on projects that provide tokenised exposure to rare‑earths or offer blockchain solutions for supply‑chain provenance; however, direct impact on major crypto assets is limited.

Nasdaq ISE has filed with the SEC to raise option position and exercise limits for BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF, iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), increasing limits from 250,000 to 1,000,000 contracts (a 400% rise) and removing limits on physically-settled FLEX IBIT options. Nasdaq cites strong IBIT liquidity, growing institutional participation, and demand for advanced hedging tools as reasons. If approved after the SEC’s public comment period, the change would enable larger institutional positions, support more complex strategies and hedges, improve market efficiency, and create potential arbitrage opportunities. The move mainly benefits institutional traders but could also widen retail liquidity and product sophistication. Approval may set a precedent for other exchanges and spot-BTC ETFs as institutional adoption of Bitcoin products scales.

LunarCrush reported that the recent launch of Monad produced an extraordinary social performance: a 550× increase in engagement rate and placement in LunarCrush’s top‑ten AltRank. The analytics platform highlighted that Monad’s campaign drove sharply higher social activity, outpacing many contemporaneous altcoin launches and attracting notable attention across crypto communities. Key metrics cited include the 550× engagement surge and the resulting top‑10 AltRank position — indicators LunarCrush uses to measure social momentum and potential market interest. LunarCrush framed these outcomes as evidence that coordinated launch strategies and strong community engagement can rapidly elevate a project’s visibility on social analytics and altcoin rank metrics. The report implies traders should watch social-driven momentum indicators like engagement rate and AltRank as potential early signals of interest and short‑term trading activity around new token launches.

Around 7,000,000 ADA from about 1,683 wallets remain delegated to a retired Cardano stake pool run by operator Homer J. (ticker AAA) after a temporary network fork. Although the staked ADA is not irretrievably lost, delegators to the inactive pool will not earn staking rewards until they re-delegate to an active pool. Community stakeholder Cardano YOD₳ flagged the issue and urged affected holders to switch delegation; some users are already moving to pools such as MANDA and PLKOZ. The news briefly pressured ADA price, which dipped to $0.4059 before trading at $0.4141 with a 24-hour volume down ~21.8% at $571.4M. Upcoming December catalysts — Midnight token launch on Dec. 8, 24/7 trading of ADA on Coinbase from Dec. 5, and a proposal to expand exchange listings — may influence price recovery. Key details for traders: ~7M ADA idle in a retired pool (no rewards), ~1,683 affected wallets, operator ticker AAA, short-term selling pressure observed, monitor re-delegation flows and on-chain staking activity for potential impacts on liquidity and momentum.

Tether (USDT) has reportedly become the largest private holder of physical gold outside central banks, according to Financial Times reporting. The company’s significant accumulation of gold is presented as additional tangible backing for its USDT stablecoin, aimed at improving perceived stability and investor confidence. The move addresses longstanding questions about stablecoin reserves by adding physical asset coverage, potentially reducing volatility for USDT and the broader crypto market. Market-concentration and regulatory scrutiny are cited as risks: large gold holdings could influence private gold markets and attract oversight. Analysts expect other stablecoin issuers might consider similar strategies, while central banks retain larger aggregate reserves. Key implications for traders include improved perceived safety of USDT, potential reduced stablecoin-driven volatility, and the possibility of shifts in gold prices or market liquidity if private demand from crypto issuers grows.

Bitcoin surged intraday, reversing an earlier dip and forcing a large short squeeze after an hourly flip to positive price action. Data from Coinglass reported $8.03 million in BTC derivatives liquidations during the last hourly session — roughly $8.00 million in shorts versus about $21,930 in longs — producing a 36,389% liquidation imbalance against short positions. BTC fell to an intraday low near $86,171 before reclaiming the $90,000 area and was trading around $89,760–$89,887 at report time, up about 2.6% in 24 hours. The report links the squeeze to renewed institutional demand and ETF inflows, suggesting momentum may push BTC toward the $100,000 level. Key SEO keywords: Bitcoin, BTC, liquidation imbalance, short squeeze, derivatives, ETF inflows.

An analyst on X identified a repeating monthly-chart fractal for XRP that mirrors the symmetrical triangle that preceded the coin’s 2017 parabolic rally. The pattern shows a long-term triangular compression followed by a breakout above the upper trendline and a short consolidation box — the same sequence that preceded XRP’s 2017 surge. Monthly RSI has spiked into the 80s (only the second historical occurrence), suggesting a strong momentum event with a possible brief pullback before renewed strength. Market signs supportive of a larger move include increased liquidity on exchanges, sustained long-term holder conviction, and rising institutional interest. Analysts project measured-move targets far above current prices; one cited target is $45 if momentum continues and the breakout holds. Traders are advised to wait for monthly confirmation and for XRP to hold the breakout zone — failure to do so would reduce upside prospects. This is a technical analysis-driven view and not financial advice.

Dogecoin (DOGE) futures activity surged dramatically, with 24-hour futures volume rising 5,590.40% to $38.71 million, according to CoinGlass. The spike coincided with DOGE repeatedly testing a historical support level at $0.14 — the price has bounced from this level five times recently. DOGE moved from a low of $0.133 on Nov. 21 to a high near $0.1549 before consolidating; at the time of reporting it traded around $0.15, up about 1% over 24 hours. Market commentary notes subdued leverage and stable open interest, suggesting traders are waiting for a clear macro or sector-specific catalyst. The surge in activity comes alongside the U.S. debut of Dogecoin-related ETFs: Bitwise’s BWOW and Grayscale’s GDOG (the latter launched with a zero-fee structure). GDOG’s first trading day recorded $1.41 million in volume but no net inflows. Broader crypto market sentiment remains in “extreme fear” after a recent sell-off, leaving speculative assets underperforming large-cap flows into year-end. Key takeaways for traders: elevated futures volume signals heightened interest and potential volatility around the $0.14 support; watch resistance at $0.1549 and ETF flows (BWOW, GDOG) for directional cues.

The Federal Reserve’s latest Beige Book reports little net change in U.S. economic activity across most districts, with two districts noting slight declines and one slight growth. Price pressures showed moderate increases overall; wages rose moderately but certain sectors (manufacturing, construction) face higher cost and margin pressures. Employment weakened modestly: layoffs and hiring freezes increased in some areas, while many firms used attrition or reduced hours rather than mass cuts. Several contacts said AI is boosting productivity and displacing entry-level roles, reducing demand for new hires. Some districts reported easing difficulties in finding workers, though skilled-labor shortages and reduced immigrant labor remain issues. Contacts expect continued cost pressures, but inflation is described as minimal in many districts. The Beige Book’s findings have increased market expectations of a December rate cut (probability cited above 80%), contributing to recent market rallies. For crypto traders: the report signals a generally supportive macro backdrop—moderate wage growth and easing inflationary concerns could reinforce risk asset appetite, though regional slowdowns and persistent sectoral pressures (margins, tariffs) warrant caution.

XRP spot ETFs recorded $199.45 million in net inflows over two trading days (Nov. 24–25), outpacing the prior full week’s $179.60 million, according to SoSoValue. Monday accounted for $164.04 million and Tuesday $35.41 million. Major issuers adding assets included Bitwise (+$21.30M), Franklin (+$7.12M) and Canary (+$6.99M). Aggregate investor capital across all XRP ETFs reached $622.11 million, with total net assets at $644.64 million — about 0.49% of XRP’s market cap. Trading activity also rose: the latest session saw roughly $44 million in trade value versus early-November daily averages of $20–25 million. Despite heavy inflows, XRP’s price remained rangebound between $2.16 and $2.29 with no immediate directional reaction. This two-day inflow is the strongest start for XRP ETFs since launch and signals increased institutional interest; traders should monitor ongoing ETF flows, trading volume and whether inflows begin to translate into sustained price momentum.

Dogecoin (DOGE) traded around $0.1504 on Nov. 26 after a 1.68% 24-hour gain, but momentum is limited as price remains between short-term support at $0.1486 and resistance at $0.1535. On the daily chart DOGE recently bounced off resistance near $0.1539; a failure to close above that level could prompt a test of the $0.1450 area. Mid-term indicators show no clear reversal signals, leaving a continued decline the more likely path through month-end. Key data: current price ~$0.1504, hourly channel support $0.1486, resistance $0.1535, daily resistance $0.1539 and potential target/support $0.1450. Traders should expect muted volatility near the range unless either bulls push a decisive daily close above $0.1539 or bears force a break below $0.1486/$0.1450.

Zcash (ZEC) has weakened across recent updates, trading around $504 at the latest report and near local support at $491.52. Earlier data showed a 5.29% intraday surge, but the more recent outlook indicates a 0.5% decline with sellers in control on the midterm (weekly) timeframe. Technicals on the hourly chart warn that failure to bounce and a daily close at or near $491.52 could trigger a downside breakout toward the $480 area. On the weekly chart, a break and close below the $500 zone — especially a weekly close under the prior candle low near $475 — would raise the probability of a deeper decline to $400–$450. Key levels to watch: support at $491–$480, immediate resistance around $500–$504, and longer-term resistance near $750. Traders should monitor daily and weekly closes around these zones, tighten risk management, and size positions for increased downside risk if the $500 support fails.

XRP triggered a major derivatives-market event: CoinGlass reported a 1,447% liquidation imbalance over a 12‑hour window, with roughly $1.32 million in total liquidations. Approximately $1.23 million came from long positions versus about $85,580 for shorts, signalling heavily skewed long exposure that was abruptly forced out. The price impact on spot charts was muted — XRP traded in a narrow $2.14–$2.18 range — indicating volatility concentrated in leveraged derivatives rather than large visible candle movement. Across all digital assets during the same 12 hours, total liquidations hit $81.2 million (BTC ~$16.97M, ETH ~$10.76M), and smaller coins also saw significant hits. Earlier reporting also highlighted an earlier extreme one‑hour event showing an even larger long-to-short liquidation ratio, underlining a pattern of overcrowded bullish derivatives positioning. Traders should monitor leverage and liquidity depth: if order-book depth recovers quickly the episode may act as a reset of crowded longs; if not, persistent weak liquidity could extend selling pressure and push XRP lower. Key keywords: XRP, liquidation imbalance, CoinGlass, long liquidations, liquidity depth.

An organized, premeditated home invasion in San Francisco netted roughly $11 million in Ethereum (ETH) and Bitcoin (BTC) from investor Lachy Groom, reported to be Sam Altman’s ex-partner. According to police and media reports, an assailant posing as a delivery worker gained entry into Groom’s Mission District residence, restrained and assaulted a co-resident named Joshua, and used personal information and coercion to force access to the victims’ crypto wallets. The theft unfolded over about 90 minutes before police arrived; authorities are treating it as a likely organized-crime operation. The episode highlights persistent physical-security risks for self-custody holders and may prompt wealthy holders to shift funds to institutional custody, increase private security, adopt stricter device hygiene, and avoid public displays of holdings. For crypto traders, the immediate market effect on ETH and BTC is likely limited but the story reinforces long-term themes: custody risk, potential demand for insured or institutional custody services, and renewed attention to operational security among high-net-worth holders.